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2efd87e03a1ec5f858fac6f050df880f | How can poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac cause skin allergies? | When parts of the leaves of these plants are damaged or bruised, they release an oil called urushiol. And if that gets on your skin, it causes an itchy red rash with bumps or blisters. You can treat the rash with wet compresses, calamine lotion, oatmeal baths, or hydrocortisone cream. But see a doctor right away if your reaction is severe or if you breathed in the oil, perhaps from burning plants. |
1f102c45ae1e2f192aff62e66a86e806 | How can pregnancy or childbirth cause a hot flash? | There's a lot we don't know about hot flashes, and the fact that they can happen to menopausal women as well as expectant and new mothers proves how mysterious they are. Once study found they peaked at week 30 for pregnant women and week 2 after giving birth for new moms. But as with menopause, this is a time when hormone levels shift dramatically and women put on extra weight. |
5ae73d73684ae866270e181e47ec7fc4 | Does breast cancer cause hot flashes? | Treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, ovary removal, and antiestrogen therapy can bring on what's called chemical menopause. And with it comes lower estrogen levels and symptoms like hot flashes. Hot flashes that result from breast cancer treatment can be more frequent and severe than natural ones. If you've been through menopause already and had hot flashes then, you'll probably get them again if you take tamoxifen to treat your cancer. They'll be about as severe and happen about as often as the first time around. |
4939a2a94aa7abaa582e976c84b5b6d7 | Does pregnancy or recent childbirth cause hot flashes? | There's a lot we don't know about hot flashes, and the fact that they can happen to menopausal women as well as expectant and new mothers proves how mysterious they are. Once study found they peaked at week 30 for pregnant women and week 2 after giving birth for new moms. But as with menopause, this is a time when hormone levels shift dramatically and women put on extra weight. |
4fa4060ced1a126f6b3ad1b49ad943bd | What can set off a hot flash? | Things that can set off a menopausal hot flash include: A workout in hot weather Spicy food Alcohol Smoking Hot weather Tight clothing Stress Eating a lot of sugar Whether it's a symptom or medication side effect, these health conditions -- or their treatments -- can also lead to hot flashes. |
618fab28b4e51b6531340f75cb25d4c8 | What is a hot flash? | The technical term is vasomotor symptom. It comes along with a drop in your body's level of the hormone estrogen. Another name you might hear is night sweats. They are hot flashes that wake you up after you've gone to bed. |
6df4c7f61d5d0ea7c45b830841a3ed86 | How is a hot flash related to menopause? | For most people, a hot flash isn't just a rise in body temperature, it's a mix of things: A sudden warmth that's most intense across your head and chest Reddened skin Sweating, either light or heavy Rapid heartbeat Anxiety Flashes aren't just a menopause thing, but that is when you're most likely to have them. They differ from woman to woman, but they start before or during menopause. There are no rules for how often they hit or how long they last. You might have several a day or none. They can last anywhere from 30 seconds to 10 minutes. They can happen once an hour or once a day. |
8ff0d708796032ff98c8d233baaaaa64 | How can multiple sclerosis (MS) cause a hot flash? | Heat can make your symptoms worse, whether it's hot and humid outside or you have a fever. You might notice what's called Uhthoff's sign, changes in vision when you get too hot. Any problems should go away once you cool back down. Some people with MS also have hot flashes that aren't linked to hormones. Your doctor might call them paroxysmal symptoms. It sounds scary, but it just means your autonomic nervous system, which controls your organs, blood vessels, and some muscles, isn't working like it should. Let your doctor know. |
9eee3e70d733c5be25acb591d6327f1d | What are the characteristics of a hot flash? | For most people, a hot flash isn't just a rise in body temperature, it's a mix of things: A sudden warmth that's most intense across your head and chest Reddened skin Sweating, either light or heavy Rapid heartbeat Anxiety Flashes aren't just a menopause thing, but that is when you're most likely to have them. |
d73ecf8761567521aff7d45d059a4abf | Are there any specific factors that might cause a hot flash to last longer? | You might also have them longer if you smoke, are overweight, stressed, depressed, or anxious. Your heritage can also play a role. African- American women have them for about 11 years. But for Asian women, it's about half that time. |
af3c78e46a4c357bfdc53c237c6af2f0 | How can prostate or testicular cancer cause a hot flash? | Men with prostate cancer sometimes get a treatment called androgen suppression therapy. It lowers their levels of the hormone testosterone, which helps radiation therapy work better. But it can also cause hot flashes. If your treatment is temporary, the flashes should go away a few months after it stops. But for some men, it's permanent. Your doctor will prescribe medications to ease your symptoms. Men who've had their testicles removed to treat cancer may also get hot flashes. |
fecd5b33c3ebd5aaa0504bff7b7f6cb4 | What do you feel when you get a hot flash? | For most people, a hot flash isn't just a rise in body temperature, it's a mix of things: A sudden warmth that's most intense across your head and chest Reddened skin Sweating, either light or heavy Rapid heartbeat Anxiety Flashes aren't just a menopause thing, but that is when you're most likely to have them. |
1d934c08600848580d09754c33b7d981 | What can lead to hot flashes? | Things that can set off a menopausal hot flash include: A workout in hot weather Spicy food Alcohol Smoking Hot weather Tight clothing Stress Eating a lot of sugar Whether it's a symptom or medication side effect, these health conditions -- or their treatments -- can also lead to hot flashes. |
20caa1b1a6fbf700a3c4a0bf136a3fd3 | What does it mean when you feel hot? | But that's not the only reason you could lose your cool. It could be a reaction to spicy food or signs of an illness. And you don't have to be female to have one. Men get them, too. |
a25f81d3ec58727b4971da5d8775b201 | What can cause a menopausal hot flash? | Things that can set off a menopausal hot flash include: A workout in hot weather Spicy food Alcohol Smoking Hot weather Tight clothing Stress Eating a lot of sugar Whether it's a symptom or medication side effect, these health conditions -- or their treatments -- can also lead to hot flashes. |
6a089a1601a547878be50bd7faed4505 | Does multiple sclerosis cause hot flashes? | Some people with MS also have hot flashes that aren't linked to hormones. Your doctor might call them paroxysmal symptoms. It sounds scary, but it just means your autonomic nervous system, which controls your organs, blood vessels, and some muscles, isn't working like it should. Let your doctor know. |
d278533fb132fd06542333292731775b | Does prostate and testicular cancer cause hot flashes? | Men with prostate cancer sometimes get a treatment called androgen suppression therapy. It lowers their levels of the hormone testosterone, which helps radiation therapy work better. But it can also cause hot flashes. If your treatment is temporary, the flashes should go away a few months after it stops. But for some men, it's permanent. Your doctor will prescribe medications to ease your symptoms. Men who've had their testicles removed to treat cancer may also get hot flashes. |
a7e0a81f1619c53365f93ee3b626a5ec | When do hot flashes happen? | For most people, a hot flash isn't just a rise in body temperature, it's a mix of things: A sudden warmth that's most intense across your head and chest Reddened skin Sweating, either light or heavy Rapid heartbeat Anxiety Flashes aren't just a menopause thing, but that is when you're most likely to have them. They differ from woman to woman, but they start before or during menopause. There are no rules for how often they hit or how long they last. You might have several a day or none. They can last anywhere from 30 seconds to 10 minutes. They can happen once an hour or once a day. |
3a3100edbffde7c0945bd18771cd9ad2 | How can you eat healthy to control your diabetes? | This is crucial when you have diabetes, because what you eat affects your blood sugar. No foods are strictly off-limits. Focus on eating only as much as your body needs. Get plenty of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. Choose nonfat dairy and lean meats. Limit foods that are high in sugar and fat. Remember that carbohydrates turn into sugar, so watch your carb intake. Try to keep it about the same from meal to meal. This is even more important if you take insulin or drugs to control your blood sugars. |
b75e5c5d8db11a0af85aeb5e9fd38734 | How can stress affect how you control your diabetes? | When you're stressed, your blood sugar levels go up. And when you're anxious, you may not manage your diabetes well. You may forget to exercise, eat right, or take your medicines. Find ways to relieve stress -- through deep breathing, yoga, or hobbies that relax you. |
ea4917ac1be35892ca65afc66480d857 | How can alcohol affect how you control your diabetes? | Watch your alcohol. It may be easier to control your blood sugar if you don't get too much beer, wine, and liquor. So if you choose to drink, don't overdo it. The American Diabetes Association says that women who drink alcohol should have no more than one drink a day and men should have no more than two. Alcohol can make your blood sugar go too high or too low. Check your blood sugar before you drink, and take steps to avoid low blood sugars. If you use insulin or take drugs for your diabetes, eat when you're drinking. Some drinks -- like wine coolers -- may be higher in carbs, so take this into account when you count carbs. |
8e7e79e933971bfc5be71f21325e036e | Can death or loss cause depression? | Death or loss: Sadness and grief are normal reactions. Sometimes, though, such big stresses can bring serious symptoms of depression, like thoughts of suicide or feelings of worthlessness. Conflict: Personal turmoil or disputes with family or friends may lead to depression. |
e00a83dff77d69a4fd3a7a7238012bd2 | What in your life can cause depression? | Life events: Even good things, like moving or graduating, could make you depressed. Other changes that can do that include: A new job Loss of employment or income Marriage Divorce Retirement Having a baby Other illnesses: Sometimes depression pairs with, or can be a reaction to, another illness. |
df9fba2393f7479e41bc69a0447a3991 | What illnesses can cause depression? | Examples include: Sleep problems Chronic pain Anxiety ADHD Medications: Depression can be a side effect of something you take for another condition. |
10710fed090c0e0711bd3d8c2c132b7e | Are genetics linked to depression? | Genetics: A history of depression in your family may make it more likely for you to get it. It's thought that the condition can be passed down. The exact way this happens, though, isn't clear. |
2fce69d6b5401ea1aa9a5a85899f1c96 | What can raise your odds of depression? | Substance abuse: Nearly 30% of people who abuse drugs or alcohol have depression, too. |
28029ccb7f959a8fa99d8f571e339b5d | Can medications cause depression? | Examples include: Sleep problems Chronic pain Anxiety ADHD Medications: Depression can be a side effect of something you take for another condition. If this happens to you, talk with your doctor about changing what you take. |
d7dfcbc3b2de6c62fbadec102723d36a | Can abuse cause depression? | Conflict: Personal turmoil or disputes with family or friends may lead to depression. Abuse: Past physical, sexual, or emotional abuse can bring it on, as well. |
5abacda28c22644143ac767180372d17 | Can substance abuse cause depression? | Substance abuse: Nearly 30% of people who abuse drugs or alcohol have depression, too. Some people misuse substances when they feel down. For others, heavy use of alcohol or drugs can bring on depression symptoms. |
7638f39377f892b89df7c9ec51c4d2a5 | What are symptoms of strange sensations related to multiple sclerosis? | It may travel down your spine or into your arms or legs. |
8130b5226a3d28a74b0d29abcd713a1a | What are symptoms of walking problems related to multiple sclerosis? | Clumsiness or lack of coordination: MS can make it hard to get around. You might have: Trouble walking A hard time keeping your balance Changes in your gait Dizziness: You may feel lightheaded. |
19801d23e9035557033b726a80e9f79e | What strange sensations are caused by multiple sclerosis? | It may travel down your spine or into your arms or legs. Numbness, often in your face Tingling Not everyone who has CIS will get MS. |
f9835d94aeebfd020ffcc774fee07b08 | Is multiple sclerosis related to double vision and involuntary eye movements? | Eye problems: In addition to the optic neuritis that comes with CIS, MS can cause: Nystagmus: involuntary eye movements Diplopia: double vision Fatigue: You may feel very tired. |
779b3c6d0b43ac78e0031afdeadab491 | What specific early-onset symptoms are present in multiple sclerosis? | The most common symptoms are: Bladder and bowel problems: You may have to pee more often, need to go at night, or have trouble emptying your bladder fully. |
6b9f41a051f98900b7a057680348861a | Is hearing loss a common part of aging? | Think of how a person's first silver strands may only show in a certain light. The start of an age-related hearing problem can be just as subtle. But it's important to pay attention to those first signs. People with untreated hearing loss are more likely to be depressed, feel isolated, and have memory problems later on. If any of these symptoms sound familiar, talk to your doctor or an audiologist about getting a hearing test. |
5a3b0b4ad1315457dba39011d09f7774 | How does hearing loss make kids' voices sound muffled or unclear? | When aging takes a toll on your cochlea, the inner ear organ that helps you hear, the cells that detect high-pitched sounds are usually the first to fail. This can make it harder to understand anyone with a high-pitched voice, like children and women. It's also the reason you may not hear your microwave beep or the crickets chirping at sunset. |
7cd59e319d8c548dc35fd705bf30d1b6 | Does hearing loss make you feel tired when you socialize? | You're exhausted after social events. When you can't hear all the sounds of speech, your brain has to fill in the gaps to make sense of what others are saying. That takes a great deal of focus, especially when there's more than one person speaking at a time. All this effort may leave you tired after social events. If this sounds like you, talk to your doctor or an audiologist. Professionally fit hearing aids could ease the strain. |
35ef02c491f6967418990987a32a3d15 | How can you track heartburn triggers? | Heartburn can limit your menu choices, interrupt your sleep, and interfere with your daily activities. Keeping tabs on what you eat and when you eat will help your doctor determine what's causing your symptoms. Then together, you can figure out how to prevent them. You can track heartburn triggers by keeping a heartburn diary. Make sure you include notes about portion size -- and be honest! If you have pain after eating a certain food, write that down, too. |
a2b84cb6cd371ab3c0c3799116002dc3 | What can help with heartburn? | what the pain feels like what makes it feel better Remember, understanding your heartburn triggers and learning how to avoid them can help you dodge the discomfort of heartburn. An episode of heartburn every now and then is usually nothing to worry about. But call your doctor if you have heartburn frequently of if severe heartburn that interferes with your daily activities. |
ddfd99eef72491e1a669c09692746b62 | What can you do to prevent heartburn after meals? | Eat five or six small meals each day, instead of several large meals. Don't eat before bedtime. Allow 2 hours to digest your food before lying down. This allows time for the food to pass out of the stomach and into the small intestine, rather than having it back up into the esophagus. Lying down makes digestion difficult and makes heartburn more likely. |
80dfe41eea32ef907bcec26b97462b8e | What information should you keep track of for your heartburn? | Your diary should include the following information for each day: what you eat and drink, and when time and type of exercise medicines you take and the time you take them if you have pain, and if so, when your pain started (for example, did the heartburn happen after you ate breakfast or took an aspirin?) |
066bf333268ed5f29cc3e2d7d39e8f74 | What food and drinks trigger heartburn? | A number of foods and drinks can cause the LES to relax. Food and drinks that commonly trigger heartburn include: alcohol, particularly red wine black pepper, garlic, raw onions, and other spicy foods chocolate citrus fruits and products, such as lemons, oranges and orange juice coffee and caffeinated drinks, including tea and soda peppermint tomatoes However, unless these foods are causing you heartburn you don't have to avoid them. |
3259ae6035c5ee9b6b48d2fea52855a2 | What should you do if medicines are causing your heartburn? | But call your doctor if you have heartburn frequently of if severe heartburn that interferes with your daily activities. |
8911cbe6239dfde2e2901a7c951a0b04 | Can my doctor help me stop biting my nails? | If you still struggle after trying multiple methods, talk to your doctor about whether therapy's a good option to help you get to the bottom of the problem and take nail biting out of the picture. |
9a599c1371caa4b03296f5ebe390eb30 | Why is communicating with your baby during the first year important? | Because early speech and language skills are associated with success in developing reading, writing, and interpersonal skills, both later in childhood and later in life. |
a84207e6300b72268b15b30ed5f2fa3f | What causes a migraine with brainstem aura? | Triggers may include: Alcohol Stress Lack of sleep Some medications Hunger Female hormone changes Bright lights Caffeine Nitrites in some foods, like sandwich meat, bacon, and processed foods Overdoing physical activity Weather or altitude Symptoms differ for everyone, but some are typical: Nausea Vomiting Sensitivity to light and sound Cold hands or feet Dizziness Double vision or graying of vision Slurred speech or trouble speaking Temporary blindness Loss of balance Confusion Trouble hearing Body tingling Loss of consciousness Aura symptoms may last between 5 minutes and 1 hour. |
3d4f278775e0ace202c567d8db673233 | How does diet affect migraine with brainstem aura? | Diet can also affect migraines. Do these things: Eat a balanced diet. |
c6ffefe12989de79915bcd0e14bf7873 | What are the symptoms of a migraine with brainstem aura? | Triggers may include: Alcohol Stress Lack of sleep Some medications Hunger Female hormone changes Bright lights Caffeine Nitrites in some foods, like sandwich meat, bacon, and processed foods Overdoing physical activity Weather or altitude Symptoms differ for everyone, but some are typical: Nausea Vomiting Sensitivity to light and sound Cold hands or feet Dizziness Double vision or graying of vision Slurred speech or trouble speaking Temporary blindness Loss of balance Confusion Trouble hearing Body tingling Loss of consciousness Aura symptoms may last between 5 minutes and 1 hour. |
b3f352b17e6d53ce466b6234e3292b31 | What foods commonly trigger migraine with brainstem aura? | Some common food triggers include: Dairy Wheat Chocolate Eggs Rye Tomatoes Oranges Along with these changes, If you don't respond to other treatments and you have 4 or more migraine days a month, your doctor may suggest preventive medicines. |
632bbe24676b09047573f0f9cca8654a | What is Migraine with Brainstem Aura? | Migraine with brainstem aura or MBA (formerly known as basilar migraines) are headaches that start in the lower part of the brain, called the brainstem. They cause symptoms such as dizziness, double vision, and lack of coordination. These changes, called an aura, can happen about 10 minutes to 45 minutes before your head hurts. The headache pain of a basilar migraine often starts on one side of the head and then gradually spreads and gets stronger. |
12a0893a1f9883e7707927a25cae545d | Can migraine with brainstem aura be prevented? | To keep from getting a MBA, it helps to avoid the things that usually cause one. Keep a journal of your attacks so you can figure out the things that trigger them. It also helps to live a healthy lifestyle. That means you need to: Get enough sleep. |
aadbd5279e1f42cd0df14272aad4b83a | How long do the aura symptoms of a migraine with brainstem aura last? | Triggers may include: Alcohol Stress Lack of sleep Some medications Hunger Female hormone changes Bright lights Caffeine Nitrites in some foods, like sandwich meat, bacon, and processed foods Overdoing physical activity Weather or altitude Symptoms differ for everyone, but some are typical: Nausea Vomiting Sensitivity to light and sound Cold hands or feet Dizziness Double vision or graying of vision Slurred speech or trouble speaking Temporary blindness Loss of balance Confusion Trouble hearing Body tingling Loss of consciousness Aura symptoms may last between 5 minutes and 1 hour. When the headache starts, you might feel an intense throbbing or pulsating pain on one or both sides of your head or sometimes at the back of your head. |
ad741b99c42db5747bdb6c205f763e6a | How are migraines with brainstem aura diagnosed? | After you've had at least two attacks of at least two auras, your doctor often make the diagnosis of migraine with brainstem aura. The condition has many of the same symptoms as another type, called hemiplegic migraine. But the hemiplegic kind usually causes weakness of one side of the body or trouble speaking. Symptoms of MBA can also seem like the signs of other more serious conditions, like seizure disorders, stroke, meningitis, or brain tumors. To rule those out, you'll need to see a brain doctor, called a neurologist. He'll give you a thorough exam and ask you questions about your symptoms. He'll may also use tests like MRI, CT scans, and nerve tests to see what's causing your symptoms. |
eb5b906e5a5da3dd46aa19e7e2a785f0 | What are the symptoms of migraine with brainstem aura? | Triggers may include: Alcohol Stress Lack of sleep Some medications Hunger Female hormone changes Bright lights Caffeine Nitrites in some foods, like sandwich meat, bacon, and processed foods Overdoing physical activity Weather or altitude Symptoms differ for everyone, but some are typical: Nausea Vomiting Sensitivity to light and sound Cold hands or feet Dizziness Double vision or graying of vision Slurred speech or trouble speaking Temporary blindness Loss of balance Confusion Trouble hearing Body tingling Loss of consciousness Aura symptoms may last between 5 minutes and 1 hour. |
9132c0c7239413cc81813b77a423154a | What are different names for migraine with brainstem aura? | Migraines with brainstem aura are known by several different names: Basilar migraine Basilar artery migraine Basilar-type migraine Bickerstaff's syndrome Brainstem migraine Vertebrobasilar migraine MBA can affect people of all ages. |
9327164de5948de64a9b4afdd241aef1 | What medications can help to prevent migraine with brainstem aura? | Some common food triggers include: Dairy Wheat Chocolate Eggs Rye Tomatoes Oranges Along with these changes, If you don't respond to other treatments and you have 4 or more migraine days a month, your doctor may suggest preventive medicines. You can take these regularly to reduce the severity or frequency of the headaches. These include seizure medicines, blood pressure medicines (like beta blockers and calcium channel blockers), and some antidepressants. CGRP inhibitors are a new class of preventive medicine that your doctor may recommend if other medicines don't help. |
2d7f583226f470ec9b4681e36a4f46aa | What can you do to prevent migraine with brainstem aura? | That means you need to: Get enough sleep. Limit your stress. Exercise daily. |
242446b3fd0a65cfe5d0964ada3a26bc | How long do basilar migraines last? | This type of migraine can last anywhere from 4 to 72 hours. And it takes time to recover from one. You may feel drained for up to 24 hours after it's over. |
7567a2d79a0e217535ea6b7f2b82447a | How is migraine with brainstem aura diagnosed? | After you've had at least two attacks of at least two auras, your doctor often make the diagnosis of migraine with brainstem aura. The condition has many of the same symptoms as another type, called hemiplegic migraine. But the hemiplegic kind usually causes weakness of one side of the body or trouble speaking. Symptoms of MBA can also seem like the signs of other more serious conditions, like seizure disorders, stroke, meningitis, or brain tumors. To rule those out, you'll need to see a brain doctor, called a neurologist. He'll give you a thorough exam and ask you questions about your symptoms. |
146d2702563eab0f2481521b7a1d9cb4 | What preventative medications are used for migraine with brainstem aura? | Some common food triggers include: Dairy Wheat Chocolate Eggs Rye Tomatoes Oranges Along with these changes, If you don't respond to other treatments and you have 4 or more migraine days a month, your doctor may suggest preventive medicines. You can take these regularly to reduce the severity or frequency of the headaches. These include seizure medicines, blood pressure medicines (like beta blockers and calcium channel blockers), and some antidepressants. CGRP inhibitors are a new class of preventive medicine that your doctor may recommend if other medicines don't help. |
ae691d63d821245d6eea00c0a2ea82b7 | How can you change your diet to prevent migraine with brainstem aura? | Diet can also affect migraines. Do these things: Eat a balanced diet. Avoid drugs and alcohol. Don't skip meals. Limit caffeine. Avoid any foods that have been triggers. |
75fadf02d9ace27959d0407d5ef4c2b5 | What are basilar migraines? | Migraine with brainstem aura or MBA (formerly known as basilar migraines) are headaches that start in the lower part of the brain, called the brainstem. They cause symptoms such as dizziness, double vision, and lack of coordination. These changes, called an aura, can happen about 10 minutes to 45 minutes before your head hurts. The headache pain of a basilar migraine often starts on one side of the head and then gradually spreads and gets stronger. |
9f3d31df7a5c6884b26a624d8b95454c | What is a cystectomy and how can it treat bladder cancer? | If cancer has spread to the muscle layer of your bladder and is still small, your doctor may be able to perform a partial cystectomy. But most people who have cancer that has grown into the muscle of the bladder will need a more extensive surgery instead. If the cancer is large or has spread to more than one part of your bladder, your doctor will likely remove the entire organ and the nearby lymph nodes. This is a radical cystectomy. |
912cb1c7650ae3c5053dffaa7dc4828c | What is bladder cancer treatment like? | For both of these procedures, you'll be given medication so that you won't be awake. You may have to stay in the hospital for up to a week afterward. Usually, you can go back to your normal routine in a few weeks. |
d7057b2037c567886f5f33e1c4f327d5 | What is intravesical therapy to treat bladder cancer? | This treatment is also used for early-stage cancers. Your doctor uses a catheter to inject a liquid medication right into your bladder. He'll choose between two different types of medications -- immunotherapy or chemotherapy (âchemoâ). Immunotherapy. In this method, your body's own immune system attacks the cancer cells. Your doctor will inject a germ called Bacillus Calmette- Guerin ( BCG) into your bladder through a catheter. This germ is related to the one that causes tuberculosis. This draws your body's immune cells to your bladder. There, they're activated by the BCG and begin to fight the cancer cells. Your doctor may start this treatment a few weeks after you have a TURBT. Intravesical chemotherapy (âchemoâ). If your doctor and you decide on this treatment, he'll inject cancer-fighting medications into your bladder through a catheter. The chemo works to kill the harmful cells. Systemic chemo. Your doctor will give you chemo through an IV. That means the medication travels through your bloodstream to other parts of your body. It can kill cancer cells that may have spread beyond your bladder. |
fec570a6d0352c140e94791d7773ded2 | What is radiation therapy to help treat bladder cancer? | This treatment involves using high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells. It's a lot like getting an X-ray -- only much stronger. It doesn't hurt. You might need to get radiation 5 days a week for several weeks. Your doctor may recommend it for one of the following reasons: You have early-stage bladder cancer You have early-stage cancer but can't have surgery As a follow-up to TURBT or partial bladder removal surgery To prevent or treat symptoms of advanced bladder cancer |
b01bfaa807c856fb16ea70b19000611b | What are conditions that can seem like food poisoning but aren't? | A host of other conditions can lead to many of the same symptoms of food poisoning. Most common is gastroenteritis, which is caused by a virus. Others include gallbladder problems, pancreatitis, and inflammatory bowel disease. So figuring out if you have food poisoning is as much about the timing as it is about the symptoms themselves. |
aa1c4e29ef9409a76b98c8407aa6e2d4 | When would you get blood tests if you have food poisoning? | Blood tests can detect the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes and the hepatitis A virus. Specific blood tests can tell how sick you are by looking for inflammation and signs that you're dehydrated. |
d4a6c8f78e370d093320268d36764f79 | Can artificial nails cause allergic reactions? | Issues you should watch for include: Allergic reaction: The chemicals used to attach or remove artificial nails can irritate your skin. You may see redness, pus, or swelling around your fingernails. |
3e747d094f57db913da72cf08f1b1d3b | What are some safety tips for using artificial nails? | If you've had nail fungus before, stay away from artificial nails. Don't use them to cover up nail problems. Get nails that can be soaked off instead of filed off. Ask your manicurist not to cut or push back the cuticles too much. They help guard against infections. Pick a salon that hardens gel polish with LED lights, which have smaller amounts of UV light. Apply a broad-spectrum ( UVA/ UVB) sunscreen to your hands before you go under the lights. Use cream moisturizer on your nails, especially after you soak them in acetone. Take a break from artificial nails every couple of months. |
3ac683d8eeff0e0699e0b6a6a51c07f0 | Where should I keep my medications for diabetes if I'm traveling? | Keep medicines, syringes, and blood sugar testing supplies in your carry-on luggage. Don't put them in checked luggage in case the airline loses your bag. Also, the cargo hold isn't heated or insulated well, which could damage your medicine and supplies. |
04c8c57399f39ac21438bd2d6ab54dcd | What should I do to maintain foot care while travelling if I have diabetes? | Instead, wear shoes that are specially made for ocean or beach walking. Protect your feet at all times when you're walking by the pool, in the park, on the beach, or swimming in the ocean. Do not wear open-toe shoes, including sandals and flip-flops. If your toes aren't protected, you raise your risk of injuring them. Follow your daily foot care routine. |
9e8a5b41d5be3e506bec10fc557c0200 | What should I do if I have a diabetes-related medical emergency in a foreign country? | If you have an emergency and you don't know where to go, try to reach the American consulate, the Red Cross, or a local medical school. Try to learn helpful phrases in the local language such as: " I need help" or " I have diabetes, where is the hospital?" or " I need sugar." Another resource for English speakers who need to find medical help is the International Association for Medical Assistance to Travelers ( IAMAT) (www.iamat.org). You can reach IAMAT at 716-754 4883. |
6ad408ac75b1ec8c98d822df29ae1e52 | How can traveling affect my diabetes? | Changes in what you eat, how active you are, and time zones can affect your blood sugar levels. |
d292830e04814a364a95bd4187232ab3 | How can I care for my insulin injections if I have diabetes? | Bring a list of the medicines you take and keep it with you at all times. |
765f89c165cd49353d47c44382ba5de2 | How much medication for diabetes should I bring for travel? | Take enough medicines and supplies to last an extra week in case you get stranded or stay longer than you planned. If you're traveling with someone, ask if he can carry some of them for you. |
729ae642322cca1329626134456f4d8f | Does my insulin injection schedule change with time zones if I have diabetes? | Time zone changes of 2 or more hours may mean you need to change your injection schedule. Check with your doctor for special instructions. |
2f8a5fed082d64be911255833a0fc63c | What should I pack to care for my feet while traveling if I have diabetes? | Follow these tips to keep your feet healthy away from home: Pack at least two pairs of shoes so you can change them often. This will help prevent blisters and sore pressure points. Pack comfortable shoes, socks, and a first aid kit to treat minor foot injuries. |
257662bc05525d019d2e0b46801626e5 | Is there anything that I need to always carry if I have diabetes? | Always carry hard candy, a small snack, or glucose gel or tablets in case your blood sugar dips too low. |
fbbbd3e7fb26950eae49012fc9d91e9c | Do I need to inform others that I have diabetes when traveling? | Let the airlines, cruise ships, and tour guides know in advance that you have diabetes. |
53b5e193fc8f60d878bfac1555ef18ec | What if I need an insulin injection during my flight if have diabetes? | If you are traveling on an airplane and you need an insulin injection during your flight, follow your usual procedure with one difference: Put only half as much air into your insulin bottle as you normally would. The pressure is different in airplanes than on the ground. |
961dceee5176d3f8ba5afc4bc7dab9dd | When my doctor is examining for glaucoma, should I tell him or her if I'm taking any medications? | Tell your doctor what medications you're taking. Certain drugs, even over-the-counter medications -- especially those used to treat sinus and cold congestion, and stomach and intestinal disorders -- may cause an acute closed-angle glaucoma attack. Bring a list of all your medications with you to the eye doctor. |
ab3b2474b59fd870cf00177786389341 | How do I know if I have glaucoma? | Your eye doctor will measure your eye pressure with a gadget called a tonometer. She'll give you drops that numb your eye so you don't feel anything. Tell her if you've had refractive surgery. It can affect your eye pressure reading. |
5813b7bd19a80b950e2a34aea6753c07 | What will the doctor do if he or she thinks I have glaucoma? | If she thinks you have glaucoma, your eye doctor will check your optic nerve for signs of damage. She'll have you take a test that measures the sharpness of your side vision (she'll call this your peripheral vision). |
ecd27050c7fc94030f57983f7fa6d428 | What are the symptoms for acute closed or narrow-angle glaucoma? | People often describe this as âthe worst eye pain of my life.â Symptoms strike quickly: Severe throbbing eye pain Eye redness Headaches (on the same side as the affected eye) Blurry or foggy vision Halos around lights, Dilated pupil Nausea and vomiting This type of glaucoma is a medical emergency. See an ophthalmologist or go to an emergency room immediately. Damage to the optic nerve may begin within a few hours and, if not treated within 6 to 12 hours, it may bring severe permanent loss of vision or blindness and even a permanently enlarged (dilated) pupil. |
34665cb1562abfcd19c3bd2ae5b21673 | Do I have glaucoma if I have higher-than-normal eye pressure? | In fact, some people with normal pressure can have it, while others with higher levels may not. High pressure without damage to the optic nerve is called ocular hypertension. If you have this, your doctor will want to test your eyes often. |
20e9a4cc80e4c6a51c4d58825a9ae651 | What are the symptoms of open-angle glaucoma? | With this condition, you might not have any symptoms until you lose a significant amount of vision. |
b30910e51c3e9a481d14a8cb661ea5e1 | What are symptoms for open-angle glaucoma? | With this condition, you might not have any symptoms until you lose a significant amount of vision. |
2be3b79e2f5a59b54f3f413bf68ec4df | Do infants get congenital glaucoma? | This usually shows up in newborns or during your baby's first few years. Symptoms include: Tearing, sensitivity to light, and eyelid spasms A larger cornea and clouding of the normally transparent cornea Habitual rubbing of the eyes, squinting, or keeping the eyes closed much of the time Symptoms depend on what's causing your pressure to rise. |
c6a394958c967c1815a82b81c79f5a19 | Can eye injuries hide glaucoma? | Eye injuries like corneal edema, bleeding, or retinal detachment can hide glaucoma symptoms. If a cataract is the cause, your vision will have been worse for a while. If you have had an injury to your eye, an advanced cataract, or inflammation in your eyes, your eye doctor will check often to make sure you don't have glaucoma, too. |
dd155c4f415526fca776dbf342cd65c6 | What are the symptoms of congenital glaucoma in infants? | This usually shows up in newborns or during your baby's first few years. Symptoms include: Tearing, sensitivity to light, and eyelid spasms A larger cornea and clouding of the normally transparent cornea Habitual rubbing of the eyes, squinting, or keeping the eyes closed much of the time Symptoms depend on what's causing your pressure to rise. |
e82ef65608f36d7404130917dd2fd97e | What are the symptoms of acute closed- or narrow-angle glaucoma? | People often describe this as âthe worst eye pain of my life.â Symptoms strike quickly: Severe throbbing eye pain Eye redness Headaches (on the same side as the affected eye) Blurry or foggy vision Halos around lights, Dilated pupil Nausea and vomiting This type of glaucoma is a medical emergency. See an ophthalmologist or go to an emergency room immediately. Damage to the optic nerve may begin within a few hours and, if not treated within 6 to 12 hours, it may bring severe permanent loss of vision or blindness and even a permanently enlarged (dilated) pupil. |
6af2f7f9be1a979f9b05ddc77de27825 | How will my child's doctor diagnose congenital glaucoma? | The main sign is a cloudy cornea. Babies are checked for this at birth. If you suspect an eye problem, call an eye doctor. |
bc7115e9d534e6ee274081bcb70c45e3 | What are the symptoms of chronic open-angle glaucoma? | The first sign is often the loss of your side vision (the doctor will call this peripheral vision). It happens slowly, so you may not notice the changes. |
8862591fbe266c93849d76156173815e | What are examples of common benign skin tumors? | Some common benign tumors include: Warts (skin tumor resulting from a virus) Seborrheic keratoses (growths on the skin ranging from light skin color to dark brown) Nevi (skin growths such as moles or birthmarks) Dermatofibromas (scar tissue from an old bug bite or acne lesion) Lipomas (normal fat in an abnormal location, most often from a traumatic injury) What Causes Skin Cysts? |
5bb47258635ad22a4c56e4749391cb9c | Will your doctor check your abdomen during a physical exam? | Your doctor can use a range of examination techniques including tapping your abdomen to detect liver size and presence of abdominal fluid, listening for bowel sounds with a stethoscope, and palpating for tenderness. |
978fa46ccc97194a80e446f4489aa272 | Will your doctor check your heart and lungs during a physical exam? | Listening to your heart with a stethoscope, a doctor might detect an irregular heartbeat, a heart murmur, or other clues to heart disease. Lung Exam. Using a stethoscope, a doctor listens for crackles, wheezes, or decreased breath sounds. These and other sounds are clues to the presence of heart or lung disease. |
a2e16ee5905d20e29ca562d5bdff8614 | What might be included in an annual physical exam for a man? | Penis exam: A doctor might notice evidence of sexually transmitted infections such as warts or ulcers on the penis. Prostate exam: Inserting a finger in the rectum lets a doctor feel the prostate for its size and any suspicious areas. |
647ed72b2597120aa8083d5548baf0a8 | What vital signs will your doctor check during a physical exam? | Vital Signs. |
750ff9165ea2363b6954ddfa001f4d50 | Will you get a screening lipid panel (cholesterol test) during an annual physical exam? | A screening lipid panel (cholesterol test) is recommended every 4 to 6 years, according to the American Heart Association. Your doctor might check more frequently if you have risk factors for heart disease. Abnormal cholesterol levels increase the risk for heart attacks and strokes. |
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