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556ad87f8295a9be62be72400e945e65 | What is palatal myoclonus? | Palatal myoclonus: This is a tremor in the roof or soft palate of your mouth. Your face, tongue, diaphragm, and throat may be involved. These muscle twitches come fast. You could have as many as 150 a minute. Bursts of movement might happen while you sleep. |
9e41c572258524bcebf16074410800d5 | How is myoclonus diagnosed? | Other nervous system conditions that can cause myoclonus include: Stroke Brain tumor Alzheimer's disease Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementia Sometimes the cause is a medical condition, such as: Head or spinal cord injury Infection Kidney or liver failure Medication reaction Lack of oxygen Your doctor will do an exam and take note of which parts of your body have spasms. He may recommend the following: Electroencephalogram ( EEG): This tracks and records the patterns of electrical activity in your brain to figure out where the myoclonus starts. The doctor will put small discs (called electrodes) on your scalp. He'll connect them to wires that send signals to a computer. Electromyography ( EMG): This test checks the health of your muscles and the nerve cells that control them. It uses electrodes to sense and record the signals your nerves send to your muscles. |
fcc052f11b73528e4cde4b7e7eb79572 | What is myoclonus? | This is sudden jerking, quivering, or twitching of a muscle or group of muscles. You can have one episode or many in a row. And they can last as long as a few minutes. Some types of myoclonus happen to healthy people. A hiccup or doing a double take when something startles you are common examples. But some people have myoclonus because of a health problem like MS, dementia, or Parkinson's disease. |
9aff0016bf4550ac940e2c0e015c639b | How does Botox help treat myoclonus? | Botox injections: The botulinum toxin "freezes" your muscles and keeps them from twitching. This may work best if myoclonus affects only one area of your body. |
5c2063fe80c29369c251912c75392cbc | Which medical conditions can cause myoclonus? | Other nervous system conditions that can cause myoclonus include: Stroke Brain tumor Alzheimer's disease Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementia Sometimes the cause is a medical condition, such as: Head or spinal cord injury Infection Kidney or liver failure Medication reaction Lack of oxygen Your doctor will do an exam and take note of which parts of your body have spasms. |
ade01c1b206b9716d1f6dfa7d7ac0bef | What is sleep myoclonus? | Sleep myoclonus: Your muscles spasm while you sleep. It mainly affects your lips, eyes, fingers, and toes. It's rare, but it might wake you up. |
2d7f27cbc7fff067a30a63ddaf0986fc | What is electromyography? | Electromyography ( EMG): This test checks the health of your muscles and the nerve cells that control them. It uses electrodes to sense and record the signals your nerves send to your muscles. |
371608eedcaa721bd2521cf59daee1f2 | How can magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) help with the diagnosis of myoclonus? | Magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI): Your doctor will use this test to take detailed pictures of your brain, spinal cord, and other body parts that might be involved. |
635fad0322bb3c471d021fb968708234 | How can an electroencephalogram (EEG) help diagnose myoclonus? | He may recommend the following: Electroencephalogram ( EEG): This tracks and records the patterns of electrical activity in your brain to figure out where the myoclonus starts. The doctor will put small discs (called electrodes) on your scalp. |
c961fc8998dd04c1f8cfa6f5919862e3 | There are two effective treatments for social phobia: prescription medication and behavioral therapy. Teens may receive both at the same time. | Reticular reflex myoclonus: Twitching or jerking throughout your whole body can happen with this kind of myoclonus. Triggers include movements or something you see or hear. |
b9452936b662713fed9ef090c6a25757 | What is brainstem myoclonus? | Brainstem myoclonus: A sudden noise or something you see might cause a grimace. Your elbows, knees, neck, and other parts of your body may flex. |
2dba22a2850495691a75e14693caa54d | What is cortical reflex myoclonus? | Cortical reflex myoclonus: This is the most common type of myoclonus. People who have this are prone to sudden jerk-like movements in their upper limbs and face. |
944cafdeb3eefc191f42d6123839b938 | What is action myoclonus? | The types of myoclonus include: Action myoclonus: It's triggered by movement. It can affect your arms, legs, face, and voice. |
098978b6a8e3813fd8f0fdad35b195ea | What are symptoms of Pompe disease for adults? | This could look like: Trouble eating and not gaining weight Poor head and neck control Rolling over and sitting up later than expected Breathing problems and lung infections Enlarged and thickening heart or heart defects Enlarged liver Enlarged tongue If you're older when symptoms start -- as late as an adult in your 60s -- it's known as late-onset Pompe disease. This type tends to move slowly, and it doesn't usually involve your heart. You might notice: Feeling weak in the legs, trunk, and arms Shortness of breath, a hard time exercising, and lung infections Trouble breathing while you sleep A big curve in your spine Enlarged liver Enlarged tongue that makes it hard to chew and swallow Stiff joints Many symptoms are similar to other medical conditions. |
45385fd0dd6309e51495960ed6f82e08 | How do myozyme and lumizyme work to help with Pompe disease? | Two medications replace the missing protein and help your body process sugar correctly. You take them by injection. Myozyme, for babies and children Lumizyme Living with Pompe disease can be challenging. |
78386669f960132cfadc3810d9176f98 | What are symptoms of Pompe disease for babies? | A baby between a few months old and age 1 has early-onset, or infantile, Pompe disease. This could look like: Trouble eating and not gaining weight Poor head and neck control Rolling over and sitting up later than expected Breathing problems and lung infections Enlarged and thickening heart or heart defects Enlarged liver Enlarged tongue If you're older when symptoms start -- as late as an adult in your 60s -- it's known as late-onset Pompe disease. |
6521d6075586f103f2d4554269c858af | How can support groups help you with pompe disease? | Support groups can be a good source of practical tips, too. For example, if you have trouble eating, you can try adding thickeners to your food to make it safer to swallow. You might need to use a feeding tube to make sure you get enough nutrients. |
4d9308020e484ba1fe9e304bb69df1f9 | What is Pompe disease? | Pompe disease causes muscle weakness and trouble breathing. It mostly affects the liver, heart, and muscles. You might hear Pompe disease called by other names such as GAA deficiency or type II glycogen storage disease ( GSD). |
a7b15875b1b77d551155eb72a73918af | Where do you get Pompe disease? | You get Pompe disease from your parents. To get it, you have to inherit two flawed genes, one from each parent. You can have one gene and not have symptoms of the disease. What symptoms you have, when they start, and how much trouble they are can be very different for different people. |
e44ec648397f3a6259fcf5754ad096a9 | What do you need to know about living with Pompe disease? | Myozyme, for babies and children Lumizyme Living with Pompe disease can be challenging. You and your family may want to see a counselor to help you come to terms with what's happening, especially as your abilities change. A support group can also be a safe place to share your feelings and find understanding. |
4a92ffadd84a00915ce83ddcb7034bd7 | What do you need to know about Pompe disease? | If your doctor thinks you might have Pompe disease, it's often confirmed with these tests: Check a sample of muscle to see how much glycogen there is Check a blood sample to see how well the "bad" protein is working Look for the genetic problem that causes Pompe disease It can take about 3 months to diagnose Pompe disease in a baby. |
a625f84e617118b52b1fb96608bd26bd | Where can you find more information about Pompe disease? | You can find more information and connect with other people who have Pompe disease through the web site of the Acid Maltase Deficiency Association. |
7c1d6438da3c8515fad12b9f4360faa4 | How do treatments affect people with Pompe disease? | Although it can happen to anyone, it's more common in African- American people and some Asian groups. |
84cf5217a34f8c47bb6393e9f5c20a99 | What happens when Pompe disease shows up later in life? | This might include: A cardiologist (heart doctor) A neurologist, who treats the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles A respiratory therapist, who can help your lungs and breathing A nutritionist, who can help you eat to stay healthy Generally, the later in life the disease shows up, the slower it moves. Babies can be treated, but because their symptoms are more intense and progress quickly, they usually don't live for more than a year. With late-onset Pompe disease, the muscle weakness gets worse over time and will eventually lead to serious breathing problems, perhaps many years later. |
6b454e602e8705372978386ac73d0816 | What should you ask your doctor after being diagnosed with Pompe disease? | What treatments are best for me now? Is there a clinical trial that would be good for me? Do these treatments have side effects? What can I do about them? How do we check on my progress? Are there new symptoms I should watch for? How often should I see you? |
34ad310030aa3c4ab1dd1747dc97a1eb | What will the doctor ask you to figure out if you have Pompe disease symptoms? | You might notice: Feeling weak in the legs, trunk, and arms Shortness of breath, a hard time exercising, and lung infections Trouble breathing while you sleep A big curve in your spine Enlarged liver Enlarged tongue that makes it hard to chew and swallow Stiff joints Many symptoms are similar to other medical conditions. To help figure out what's going on, your doctor may ask: Do you feel weak, fall often, or have trouble walking, running, climbing stairs, or standing up? Do you have a hard time breathing, especially at night or when you lie down? Do you get headaches in the morning? Are you often tired during the day? When you were a child, what kinds of health problems did you have? Does or did anyone else in your family have troubles like these, too? |
3166cb1fb5aa204ad9700bf494881e48 | How do doctors decide which medication to prescribe for epilepsy? | Even the best doctors don't know which drug will work best for any given person. As part of managing the condition, your doctors will try to get a sense of the full picture: your type of seizures, your age and gender, other medical conditions, medicines you're on or may be on later, and epilepsy drugs you've tried in the past. Based on that information, she may narrow down the field to a few drugs to try. But after that, it's an educated leap of faith. |
f71f157c84ffdb96cc006c08bbd2f0c5 | Can you switch your epilepsy medication to generic drugs? | Switching to a generic can lower the price tag of living with epilepsy. Other people don't choose to switch; their insurance company substitutes generic drugs for them. Though generics save money, there is concern. One generic drug is often switched for another, on as frequently as a monthly basis. Although generic drugs are tightly regulated by the FDA, small differences are allowed. Most epilepsy experts believe frequent switches among generic drugs can increase chances for seizures. Until scientific studies settle the issue, they generally advise sticking with brand-name drugs if you can afford them. |
4c5f54be1aacc1cd71509a8a15002ccd | What does radiation for cancer consist of? | This common treatment uses high-energy particles or waves to destroy or damage cancer cells to keep them from spreading. It might be your only treatment, or you might get it along with surgery or chemotherapy. |
d9b5d1b69e0644825be3c8a30f9b1c4b | What is oral chemotherapy? | â No Needleâ) Chemotherapy With this type of treatment, you swallow a drug in liquid, tablet, or capsule form at home. It works as well as other forms of chemotherapy for some types of cancer, but not all chemo drugs can be taken by mouth. There are some that the stomach can't absorb, and others can be harmful if you swallow them. Oral drugs can cost more out-of-pocket than traditional chemo, too. Again, the side effects can vary, but they're similar to the ones you'd have with regular chemo. |
fc6922f98d4efd6797334784d05e2d6c | How does oral chemotherapy treat cancer? | â No Needleâ) Chemotherapy With this type of treatment, you swallow a drug in liquid, tablet, or capsule form at home. It works as well as other forms of chemotherapy for some types of cancer, but not all chemo drugs can be taken by mouth. There are some that the stomach can't absorb, and others can be harmful if you swallow them. Oral drugs can cost more out-of-pocket than traditional chemo, too. Again, the side effects can vary, but they're similar to the ones you'd have with regular chemo. If your doctor recommends oral chemo, it's important to take it exactly as prescribed. Call your doctor right away if you can't keep your medication down because you're vomiting. |
7dd64dc19f254eb4f659a413a73c49bf | How does chemotherapy treat surgery and what are its side effects? | There are two ways to get it: â Traditionalâ Chemotherapy You get most chemo medications through an injection into a vein. But you can get some types as a shot in your muscle, under your skin, or as an ointment or cream to put on your skin. The side effects vary from person to person, even if you have the same type of cancer and get the same treatment as someone else. Some of the most common issues are: Fatigue Vomiting Nausea Diarrhea Hair loss Mouth sores Pain Chemotherapy can sometimes cause long-lasting side effects, like infertility and nerve damage. |
a1c7154e280b94c2f6a9214deeacbaa7 | What types of surgeries are used for cancer? | Along with a traditional operation, doctors can also fight some types of cancer with: Laser surgery (beams of light) Electrosurgery (electric currents) Cryosurgery (very cold temperatures to freeze cancer cells) You'll get medication to block pain during and after your surgery. |
731c106dea82cbe419a61e6a9076ad47 | How will I know if a specific cancer treatment works? | With any cancer treatment, it might take a while before you know how it affects your disease. Stay in touch with your doctor and keep her in the loop about anything that doesn't feel right. |
6e752b02adc33d3f9991e992db9519a0 | Where do I get chemotherapy? | In most cases, you'll get your chemotherapy at an outpatient clinic. You won't know how it will make you feel until you've had your first treatment. So plan to have someone to drive you home. |
e57cdc4985e701a2e9de9e61123656ae | How do I receive traditional chemotherapy? | There are two ways to get it: â Traditionalâ Chemotherapy You get most chemo medications through an injection into a vein. But you can get some types as a shot in your muscle, under your skin, or as an ointment or cream to put on your skin. |
e4213ca158d76a18f2589478ea203fb4 | What medications are used during surgery for cancer? | Along with a traditional operation, doctors can also fight some types of cancer with: Laser surgery (beams of light) Electrosurgery (electric currents) Cryosurgery (very cold temperatures to freeze cancer cells) You'll get medication to block pain during and after your surgery. You might also get other meds, such as antibiotics to lower the risk of infection. |
b51d6b578934510f518b831b60cc31e1 | What are some other cancer treatments? | Immunotherapy, also called biologic therapy, which gets the body's immune system to fight cancer. Hormone therapy, also called hormone treatment or hormonal therapy, which treats cancers that use hormones to grow (such as breast cancer and prostate cancer). Stem cell transplants. Doctors use chemo or radiation to destroy as many cancer cells as possible, then try to replace them with healthy stem cells from bone marrow or blood. Photodynamic therapy. Doctors inject a special drug into the bloodstream, then use a specific type of light to make it kill cancer cells. With any cancer treatment, it might take a while before you know how it affects your disease. Stay in touch with your doctor and keep her in the loop about anything that doesn't feel right. You are the most important part of your cancer care team. |
58500db659f3471396c44b78b9a5fcdc | What treatments for cancer exist other than surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation? | Photodynamic therapy. |
804a34d1e405851819aa14cf7b1c6588 | Do I have to take oral chemo exactly as prescribed? | If your doctor recommends oral chemo, it's important to take it exactly as prescribed. Call your doctor right away if you can't keep your medication down because you're vomiting. |
9076c98bafcba859dcf6e4c65940b07d | What can treat skin problems related to urinary incontinence? | No matter how well your incontinence products work, when urine continually touches your skin, you can get rashes and even infections. Most experts agree that changing pads or underwear whenever you feel wet can help. So can rinsing the genital area with warm water and drying it thoroughly each time you change pads. Some people find skin care products featuring a moisture barrier helpful in reducing skin irritation. Any products for diaper rash can help. |
37b95fd4e11a9fdc8006e572df9dbd42 | What barrier devices can help women with urinary incontinence? | Some devices control the flow of urine. Women can choose devices that go inside the vagina, like tampons or vaginal sponges. They provide temporary control by putting pressure on the tissues of the bladder. This helps keep urine from escaping and is particularly good for stress incontinence, where exercise, laughing, and sneezing causes urine to leak. |
7d117e332d5cd54b41c4509e847466d0 | What is a saturation point of products sold for urinary incontinence? | All incontinence protection products have a "saturation" point -- they can hold only so much liquid -- but the products don't absorb at the same rate. Sometimes the difference can be dramatic. There's no standard for terms such as "plus" or "ultra plus," so try different brands to find what works best for you. |
53b20b4814215b066f8fe6b9c63eb91e | How can a pessary help with urinary incontinence? | For 24-hour protection, many women find a pessary helpful. This is a plastic device that's inserted into the vagina. It increases pressure on the urethra muscles and adds support to the pelvic region. These devices are fitted to your pelvis size, so you'll need to visit your doctor. You can remove them for cleaning. They should be replaced each year -- and that means another trip to the doctor. Ask your doctor if a pessary is a good option for you. |
d2605ca32634033a426b055beee3d541 | What are urinary incontinence products with odor control? | Most incontinence pads, liners, and disposable underwear feature some type of odor control. Often, the materials are treated with a natural odor-absorbing compound such as baking soda. Sometimes, though, manufacturers add fragrance to the pad, liner, or garment. Some people find this pleasant, but for others it causes skin irritation. If you have sensitive skin, odor control compounds may cause you problems. |
d9ffa1d3472cca7834e8c6e9e9c94419 | How can sprays and special detergents help you with urinary incontinence? | If you accidentally leak urine onto clothing or furniture, there are several products -- sprays and special detergents -- that remove urine stains and odors. Most are sold in pharmacies. Some can be found in mail order health catalogs or online. |
1f0b30767a422ffd7ffb4888bd962cc1 | What type of medication will my doctor suggest for my hepatitis C? | Your doctor might call these new drugs direct-acting antivirals. They zoom in on the virus that's making you sick. Each drug works in a slightly different way. But in general, the medicine interferes with proteins that help the virus grow or spread. |
07b7801c5a3deeba091562e99b3fe48b | Can vosevi (Sofosbuvir, Velpatasvir and Voxilaprevir) treat my hepatitis C? | Sofosbuvir, velpatasvir, and voxilaprevir ( Vosevi): This can also treat all types of hep C with one tablet that you take each day. |
6d1b67b2f2fdb1f04b4a0f769ce08292 | Can elbasvir and grazoprevir (Zepatier) be used to treat my hepatitis C? | Elbasvir and grazoprevir ( Zepatier): This once-a-day pill treats HCV types 1 and 4. It may also offer new hope for people with hep C who also have cirrhosis, HIV, late-stage kidney disease, and other hard-to-treat conditions. Like the other antivirals, the side effects are mild. You might have a slight headache or bellyache, or you might feel tired. |
f839e2e3404714c9ac4afbb0e2d193df | Do all hepatitis C medications work the same? | There's no one-size-fits-all option. There are many different types, or "genotypes," of hepatitis C. Type 1 is the most common. This is important to understand when you talk to your doctor. Not all meds work on all types. Which medicine is best for you also depends on how much liver scarring (cirrhosis) you have. |
4d3945117a72f84f9cb84328e73ccb03 | How soon does my hepatitis C medication remove all traces of the virus from my blood? | Most of the time, these meds remove all traces of the virus from your blood within 12 weeks. This is called sustained virologic response ( SVR), and it's what doctors look for to tell if you're cured. How long you'll need treatment can vary. It may range from 8 to 24 weeks. |
f2b5d657d67d96da3870653702d2a179 | Is ledipasvir and sofosbuvir (Harvoni) used to treat hepatitis C? | Ledipasvir and sofosbuvir ( Harvoni): This once-a-day pill launched a revolution in hep C treatment. It was the first interferon-free med for people with type 1. A year later, the FDA also gave the thumbs up for people with HCV types 4, 5, and 6 to use it. Side effects are mild. You might feel tired or have a slight headache. Some people have a bellyache, diarrhea, and trouble sleeping. |
b81511b2b1147ce395ee34ce0cc706c0 | How can daclatasvir (Daklinza) treat my hepatitis C? | Daclatasvir ( Daklinza): Approval of this drug meant no more shots for the 1 in 10 people infected with hepatitis C virus ( HCV) types 1 and 3. You take this pill once a day with sofosbuvir ( Sovaldi). You might get a headache or feel a little tired. Tell your doctor if you feel super-sluggish. |
4e9b6a3a36692b744d4a86d31938e31c | How can cognitive behavioral therapy help you deal with your mood swings? | Cognitive behavioral therapy is a type of short-term treatment. Your therapist will help you change patterns of thinking and behavior that add to problems in your life. For instance, if criticism sends you into a tailspin, you may work on new ways to receive and react to constructive feedback. |
c2a26eed1003a915273cd8c2bdc2fbf9 | Can bipolar disorder cause intense mood swings? | People with bipolar disorder have highs and lows that are much more intense and longer-lasting than usual mood swings. For example, it's normal to feel great, like everything's going your way, for a day or two. Someone with bipolar disorder, though, can spend several days or weeks being the life of the party: racing around, talking fast, not sleeping much, and doing destructive things like running through the family's bank account. That's called a manic phase. They could possibly hear voices, too. Similarly, it's not uncommon to have trouble getting out of bed to go to a job you don't like. But someone with bipolar disorder may stay in bed for 4 days and lose that job. |
fdfa84aed9c491d4551c0daf93c11bb9 | Can borderline personality disorder cause mood swings? | A characteristic of this mental illness is sudden, intense shifts in mood -- such as anxious to angry, or depressed to anxious -- usually without the extreme highs seen in bipolar disorder. These are often "triggered" by what seem like ordinary interactions with other people. |
9e02df554d392911709169aebb57ad70 | How can hormonal changes cause mood swings? | For women, PMS, pregnancy, menopause (the year after your last period), and perimenopause (the years before it) can lead to unpredictable moods. Men's hormones tend to stay pretty stable until age 30, when testosterone begins to gradually decline. About a third of men age 75 and older have low levels of testosterone. That can cause mood swings, along with erectile dysfunction, sleep problems, and, yes, hot flashes. When your mood swings get in the way of your job, your relationships, or any other part of your life, make an appointment with your doctor to sort out what's going on. |
33c62978f2740ca56399e282645bee37 | When should you see a doctor about your mood swings? | When your mood swings get in the way of your job, your relationships, or any other part of your life, make an appointment with your doctor to sort out what's going on. Simple changes may help you handle mild, uncomfortable, annoying (to you or to others) mood swings. |
3311a60aa0c0f799c623aad4a8e4b39f | How many Americans are affected by bipolar disorder each year? | This treatable mental illness affects 3% of adult Americans each year. |
3dab234152ea7e871b25d3a3936edf5d | How can depression cause mood swings? | Someone who is depressed may have mood swings, too. They'll have their lows, then feel OK, but they won't get the manic highs that someone with bipolar disorder would. Depressed people may feel worse in the morning and become more cheerful later in the day. If you've been feeling sad, drained, restless, or hopeless for more than 2 weeks, it's time to call your doctor. |
e1add7b7c45e65e1fe66d91df11f7ae8 | Can attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) cause mood swings? | Mood swings, a hot temper, and easily getting frustrated can sometimes be symptoms of ADHD in adults. |
3f8819f396ecddb7bf8e88a40dc3fd97 | What is psychological abuse as it relates to elder abuse? | They include: Torn or bloody clothes, especially underwear Sexually transmitted diseases Bruises, especially on both sides of the body or around the breasts or genitals Bleeding from the vagina or bottom Psychological abuse is any action that hurts a person emotionally. It can happen when someone threatens him, yells at him, calls him names or talks down to him, ignores him over and over, and controls what he does, who he sees, and where he goes. |
27ac2b335aa922cb1ddf05ac44b619a3 | What should you do if you see signs of elder abuse? | First, try talking privately with the person you suspect is in trouble. You can start by saying you think something is wrong and you want to help. If he won't answer your questions, it's possible that he is being abused. If he tells you someone's hurting him or you suspect he's in immediate danger, call 911. If the problem isn't urgent, contact Adult Protective Services in the state where he lives. You don't need proof of the abuse to make the call. The agency will send someone to the person's home to check out the report and, if necessary, take steps to make sure he's safe. |
31bbc7e81b9fb2c7d632c6effd19a94e | What are signs of psychological abuse in relation to elder abuse? | Watch for signs of this kind of abuse in your loved one's actions or his relationships with you and others. He might: Act withdrawn or frightened Have changes in his behavior that you can't explain Rock back and forth, suck, or mumble to himself Be depressed, confused, or lose interest in things he enjoyed Have trouble sleeping Financial abuse is when an older person's money or property are threatened. |
44195183db910cf8ebb85aaec282ef14 | What is physical abuse as it relates to elder abuse? | It can happen in different ways: Physical abuse is any action that causes injury or bodily harm. It can include hitting, shoving, kicking, or burning an older person, tying him to a bed or wheelchair, locking him in a room, or giving him drugs his doctor hasn't prescribed. |
1085a5a6a0cfe3593d0c78bea35ac90a | What are signs of financial abuse in relation to elder abuse? | Signs may include: Withdrawals from bank accounts that your loved one can't explain A new "friend" who may be taking financial advantage of him Legal documents that have been changed or disappeared Missing financial statements Unpaid bills, utilities that are shut off, or threats of eviction Signatures that seem to be forged Neglect happens when caregivers don't tend to an older person's needs. |
9bcfd5243c16ba3773fd2bab69a8904d | What are physical signs of sexual abuse in relation to elder abuse? | There may be physical signs as well as those you can't see. They include: Torn or bloody clothes, especially underwear Sexually transmitted diseases Bruises, especially on both sides of the body or around the breasts or genitals Bleeding from the vagina or bottom Psychological abuse is any action that hurts a person emotionally. |
5a71c3b90d43fe03b349b942cbe0d90a | What is neglect as it relates to elder abuse? | Signs may include: Withdrawals from bank accounts that your loved one can't explain A new "friend" who may be taking financial advantage of him Legal documents that have been changed or disappeared Missing financial statements Unpaid bills, utilities that are shut off, or threats of eviction Signatures that seem to be forged Neglect happens when caregivers don't tend to an older person's needs. It can mean not giving him enough food, water, clothing, housing, and medications or not helping him bathe, dress, or pay the bills. Abandoning the person completely is also a type of abuse. Sometimes a caregiver knows he's neglecting the person, but others may not know they're doing anything wrong. |
8d2403f956e401157ce204f9a6793005 | What is Fluzone? | Fluzone is a high-dose version for those ages 65 and older. It's better at protecting an older person's immune system. There is a âneedle-lessâ option for people ages 18 to 64: the jet injector vaccine with Afluria, which uses a tool and high pressure to deliver the vaccine. |
f4f5e32b706816a2647fa786460b8fd0 | How is male "menopause" diagnosed? | To make the diagnosis of male "menopause," the doctor will: Perform a physical exam Ask about symptoms Order tests to rule out medical problems that may be contributing to the condition Order blood tests, which may include measuring testosterone level If testosterone levels are low, testosterone replacement therapy may help relieve symptoms such as: Loss of interest in sex (decreased libido) Depression Fatigue Just as with hormone replacement therapy in women, testosterone replacement therapy has potential risks and side effects. |
b54db9a7d075fe5d7d3c8b0dd2903226 | What is male "menopause?" | Because men do not go through a well-defined period referred to as menopause, some doctors refer to this problem as androgen (testosterone) decline in the aging male -- or what some people call low testosterone. It is normal for men to experience a decline in the production of the male hormone testosterone with aging, but this also occurs with conditions such as diabetes. |
7e06c649439a2da120fddb70ca086457 | Can male "menopause" be treated? | To make the diagnosis of male "menopause," the doctor will: Perform a physical exam Ask about symptoms Order tests to rule out medical problems that may be contributing to the condition Order blood tests, which may include measuring testosterone level If testosterone levels are low, testosterone replacement therapy may help relieve symptoms such as: Loss of interest in sex (decreased libido) Depression Fatigue Just as with hormone replacement therapy in women, testosterone replacement therapy has potential risks and side effects. Replacing testosterone may worsen prostate cancer and increase the risk of heart disease, for example. |
d43f7c06abec05ff34ab560c84240c76 | What are symptoms of male "menopause?" | Along with the decline in testosterone, some men experience symptoms that include: Fatigue Weakness Depression Sexual problems The relationship of these symptoms to decreased testosterone levels is still controversial. |
d8a6bd3d49bc39440a1bb6442a137592 | What symptoms might you have if mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) spreads throughout your body? | If MAC goes all over your body, you may have: High fever or chills Night sweats Belly pain Diarrhea Weight loss Fatigue Swollen glands Fewer red blood cells (anemia) You could also have more serious symptoms like: Blood infections Hepatitis Pneumonia Many other infections can cause the same symptoms as MAC. |
a3fbeeeaa1d16277e5374c79a3c64a48 | How can a yeast infection seem like a sexually transmitted disease (STD)? | There are several reasons you might have symptoms that are like a yeast infection. Herpes, genital warts and trichomoniasis (trich) can also cause irritation, itchiness, and discharge that has a slight odor. With other sexually transmitted diseases, such as gonorrhea, you don't always have symptoms, but you might experience pain and burning when you pee. STDs often need a different kind of treatment than a yeast infection. For example, trich isn't caused by a fungus. It's caused by bacteria. To treat it, you'll usually need to take strong antibiotics for a short period of time. |
f0e38633363b14831c64d05647eb687b | How can not having enough estrogen seem like a yeast infection? | As you get older, your level of estrogen goes down. This can cause changes in your body, like thinner skin. That can lead to uncomfortable symptoms like itching and discharge. Sometimes, using a vaginal lubricant to reduce friction can help. You may also want to talk to your doctor about taking a small dose of estrogen. |
f7e0333af0cbc0cd95962f85f30186b2 | How can allergies or other skin conditions seem like a yeast infection? | Cleaning products can trigger symptoms if you're allergic to one or more of their ingredients. Soaps and feminine hygiene products can sometimes do this, as can laundry detergents. Certain skin conditions can also cause itching and other symptoms. They sometimes require treatment with steroid ointments like hydrocortisone. Small cuts can even feel itchy and irritated while they're healing. |
fbeb4f81504caf5ba5c3ba69c2d88808 | How can bacterial vaginosis (BV) seem like a yeast infection? | This is an infection that's caused by an overgrowth of bacteria. There's no specific cause for it, but along with redness and itchiness, you might notice discharge that's gray or white and has a fishy odor. If you have BV, your doctor may prescribe oral antibiotics like metronidazole or tinidazole, or vaginally applied antibiotic creams or gels with metronidazole or clindamycin. |
d2276c00b032c19700e815e07a12bcee | How will I know if my insurance company covers varicose veins? | An estimated 30% to 60% of adults have varicose veins, but they are generally not a problem.. |
c6a1c865f0bd29a7daadd2b561c3ff76 | What are spider veins? | Spider veins are smaller, red, purple, and blue vessels that are also twisted and turning. Spider veins are easily visible through the skin as well. They are most often seen on the legs, chest, or face. |
63042dd94af9fdf6840cbe206bc50d0d | When is treatment for varicose veins not necessary? | Many people have no pain or other symptoms. For these individuals, no treatment is necessary, unless they want the veins removed for cosmetic reasons. |
0568f0d2e91c3175b85c00971eb8c04d | How can changing your lifestyle help with treating varicose vein? | Surgery is generally used to treat large varicose veins. |
8071c1073c8e183e96f5f8f42086a73b | How do lasers and intense pulsed light help treat varicose veins? | These devices use heat energy to selectively damage or destroy abnormal veins. An advantage of these treatments is that no needles or sclerosing solutions are required; however, there may be some minor discomfort. Side effects do occur, including discoloration or staining and blister formation. Examples include Vasculight and Photo Derm. |
687183f65e8e0d3fd778fe64cca39823 | Is stem cell therapy approved to treat heart failure? | It's not approved to treat heart failure, yet. You can get it through a clinical trial. That's when the research moves from the lab to the hospital to see if a treatment is safe and if it works. If you want to try stem cell therapy, ask your doctors if there are studies that may be a good fit for you. |
cbfcca1eb346068193ef0b9fb3ed465d | How are stem cells used to treat heart failure? | Doctors are testing several different methods of giving people stem cells: Intramyocardial injection: Cells go right into the heart muscle, usually during another procedure like open-heart surgery, bypass surgery, or implanting a pacemaker. Intracoronary infusion: A catheter puts cells into your coronary artery. It goes into a large blood vessel in your groin and threaded through your heart. Intravenously: Cells go right into the bloodstream through a needle placed in a vein. |
442778dab39369eb44b076567d9c2dbc | What can you do to prevent altitude sickness? | The best way you can lower your chance of getting altitude sickness is through acclimatization. That means you let your body slowly get used to the changes in air pressure as you travel to higher elevations. You'll want to climb to higher altitudes gradually. Going slowly helps your lungs get more air through deeper breaths and allows more of your red blood cells to carry oxygen to different parts of your body. |
beacfa1cb826fabd58f8355842c7094d | Why does altitude sickness happen? | When you go to higher altitudes, this pressure drops and there is less oxygen available. If you live in a place that's located at a moderately high altitude, you get used to the air pressure. But if you travel to a place at a higher altitude than you're used to, your body will need time to adjust to the change in pressure. Any time you go above 8,000 feet, you can be at risk for altitude sickness. |
c216e19d05a7de8c3dfb1ea2d4d4640e | What is altitude sickness? | You may also have: Loss of coordination and trouble walking A severe headache that doesn't get better with medication A tightening in your chest If you develop a severe form of altitude sickness like HAPE or HACE, you might have: Confusion Shortness of breath even at rest Inability to walk A cough that produces a white or pink frothy substance Coma Anyone can develop altitude sickness, no matter how fit, young, or healthy they are -- even Olympic athletes can get it. |
1986bb2bcd94670240ccb7dcf05802dd | What are some ways to avoid altitude sickness? | Some of the basic guidelines for acclimatization are: Start your journey below 10,000 feet. If you have to fly or drive somewhere that's higher up, stop at one destination that's lower for at least a full day before going any higher. If you walk, hike, or climb over 10,000 feet, only go up an additional 1,000 feet per day. For every 3,000 feet you climb, rest at least a day at that height. â Climb high and sleep lowâ: If you have to climb over 1,000 feet in a day, make sure you come back down to a lower altitude to sleep. Drink 3-4 quarts of water every day and make sure about 70% of your calories are coming from carbs. Don't use tobacco, alcohol, or other medications, such as sleeping pills. Know how to identify the first signs of altitude sickness. Immediately move to a lower elevation if you start to develop these symptoms. |
42a0293fd61b035627f9ae7b29937b91 | What are the symptoms of altitude sickness? | You might have: Headache Dizziness Nausea Vomiting Fatigue and loss of energy Shortness of breath Problems with sleep Loss of appetite Symptoms usually come on within 12 to 24 hours of reaching a higher elevation and then get better within a day or two as your body adjusts to the change in altitude. |
96a71c2ca046cc24a2b8721eb172f098 | What are the different types of altitude sickness? | The symptoms can feel like a hangover â dizziness, headache, muscle aches, nausea. High Altitude Pulmonary Edema ( HAPE) is a buildup of fluid in the lungs that can be very dangerous and even life threatening. High Altitude Cerebral Edema ( HACE) is the most severe form of altitude sickness and happens when there's fluid in the brain. It's life threatening and you need to seek medical attention right away. |
e4da5208c0b35d06a193e2c2e30c4d1d | Who usually gets altitude sickness? | You may also have: Loss of coordination and trouble walking A severe headache that doesn't get better with medication A tightening in your chest If you develop a severe form of altitude sickness like HAPE or HACE, you might have: Confusion Shortness of breath even at rest Inability to walk A cough that produces a white or pink frothy substance Coma Anyone can develop altitude sickness, no matter how fit, young, or healthy they are -- even Olympic athletes can get it. In fact, being physically active at a high elevation makes you more likely to get it. Your chance of getting altitude sickness depends on a few other things: how quickly you move to a higher elevation, how high you go up, the altitude where you sleep, and other factors. Your risk also depends on where you live and the altitude there, your age (young people are more likely to get it), and whether you've had altitude sickness before. Having certain illnesses like diabetes or lung disease doesn't automatically make you more likely to develop altitude sickness. But your genes could play a role in your body's ability to handle higher elevations. |
b2f167dc0d98a510afef1b4be69de694 | What are the symptoms of severe altitude sickness? | You may also have: Loss of coordination and trouble walking A severe headache that doesn't get better with medication A tightening in your chest If you develop a severe form of altitude sickness like HAPE or HACE, you might have: Confusion Shortness of breath even at rest Inability to walk A cough that produces a white or pink frothy substance Coma Anyone can develop altitude sickness, no matter how fit, young, or healthy they are -- even Olympic athletes can get it. |
44233a539a56cf5ea90010dbcdbea411 | When can you leave the hospital after a severe asthma attack? | When the doctors at the hospital decide that you're well enough to go home, they'll make sure that you have: Medicines to keep your asthma under control An asthma action plan that lets you know how to prevent asthma attacks and manage your condition. You should already have one of these, but if you don't, you will when you leave the hospital. |
96914d9ac1340dc4a81f45c9356d1f40 | What is included in your treatment for severe asthma at the hospital? | Your treatment in the hospital may include continuous use of an asthma nebulizer, and also supplemental oxygen and steroid medicine to stop the attack. The doctor may also give you a dose of magnesium sulfate, which you'd get by IV, to help the muscles around your airways relax. These aren't medicines that would be a normal part of asthma care -- doctors just use them for emergencies. |
f491369759ca4e17cee71598fc563a12 | How is cradle cap prevented? | Once the cradle cap is under control, you can keep it at bay by washing your baby's hair often enough with baby shampoo and brushing her scalp with a soft brush. Ask your pediatrician how often to wash your baby's hair after cradle cap goes away. Your doctor may also suggest that you use the hydrocortisone cream or another lotion or ointment after the cradle cap has stopped being a problem. |
6daf31640ade1b5763af5ec1f0ccc91f | Who shouldn't take bee pollen? | There is evidence that bee pollen is not helpful in boosting athletic performance or stamina. |
e44173cb1cc554cfff88cc3c80cdb401 | What are benefits of bee pollen? | A few studies have been promising: One small study found evidence that bee pollen might reduce some side effects of radiation therapy for cancer. Other studies looked at an extract of bee pollen and found some benefits in men suffering from chronic prostatitis or enlarged prostate. Another study found that a product containing bee pollen (and several other ingredients) seemed to reduce PMS symptoms. However, more research needs to be done before it's known whether bee pollen truly helps those conditions. |
74afeed00c6ba4a1db4a4c138ba2947f | What are the risks of taking bee pollen? | Generally, bee pollen seems fairly safe. However, it could cause potentially serious allergic reactions in people with allergies to honey, pollen (like ragweed or other plants, depending on where the bee pollen comes from), or bee stings. Symptoms could include itching, redness, swelling, hives, shortness of breath, and even anaphylactic shock. Risks. If you have any medical conditions, check with a doctor before you start using bee pollen regularly. It might not be safe for people with allergic asthma, blood disorders, or liver disease. |
590972c9c3c6e7f4bab91a8197cc0e96 | How nutritious is bee pollen? | It's a good source of vitamins, minerals, proteins, and carbohydrates. Note that bee pollen is not the same as other substances derived from bees -- which are sometimes used as supplements -- like bee venom, royal jelly, and honey. |
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