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c763a4232b7a04f27d6028ebf42951a6 | What is spasticity and how does it relate to multiple sclerosis? | It happens mostly in the muscles of the legs and arms, and it may keep you from moving your limbs freely. |
c05011d294e009582bd3fb2593cfa7c0 | Is there a specific treatment for muscle sclerosis spasticity? | Physical therapy, medications, surgery, or a mix of these treatments can ease spasticity when you have MS. To decide the best way to help you, your doctors will think about your overall health, how severe your symptoms are, and: Does the condition keep you from doing everyday tasks? |
f8435d868c7d5d90c76f75b8626f07e1 | Can surgery help treat muscle sclerosis-related spasticity? | When other treatments don't work, there are two types of surgery that can treat spasticity. |
72bc71f6540fbe3ca5d0883890ae7f8b | What is tendon release and how is it used to treat MS-related spasticity? | A surgeon cuts severely tight tendons away from the muscles. It may make spasticity happen less often and make it less severe, depending on how old you are. Over time, you may need to have the surgery again. |
2a8db5e6b97739c5cf364820fc582773 | What causes spasticity in people with multiple sclerosis? | Spasticity happens because of an imbalance in the electrical signals coming from the brain and spinal cord, often when multiple sclerosis has damaged the nerves there. This unevenness makes your muscles contract on their own and makes them tense. |
e754215f5b59d7090895eca3393452c4 | Do surgeries usually help in treating muscle spasticity? | These surgeries can help, but they're usually only for extreme cases of spasticity and are rarely performed in patients with MS.. |
07c4dd4e3deff34356e0eab98172bbb9 | What is Rogaine for hair loss? | Rogaine (topical minoxidil) and Propecia (finasteride) are the only drugs approved by the FDA to treat pattern baldness (hair loss resulting from hereditary causes). Rogaine is a topical solution that is applied by directly rubbing it onto the scalp where hair growth is desired. Only about 10% to 14% of the people who try this lotion experience hair growth. However, Rogaine lotion can help to slow hair loss. |
eda5597d6491aaa0ff3c74e426568847 | Who is not a candidate for hair replacement? | Candidates for hair replacement procedures include: Men with male-pattern baldness Some women with female-pattern (genetic) hair loss A person who has lost some hair as a result of burns or other scalp injuries People who've experienced recent hair loss Hair replacement is not recommended for the following people: Women with a diffuse, or wide-spread, pattern of hair loss Those who do not have sufficient "donor" sites (hair-bearing portions of the head from which hair-bearing skin is taken) People who form keloid scars that can result from trauma, surgery, burns, or radiation injury Hair Grafting or Hair Transplant Hair grafting -- also called a hair transplant -- is an outpatient hair replacement procedure performed in the dermatological surgeon's office. |
4d637ad27c2212373e965cd6b69a29db | Can childbirth cause hair loss? | Thyroid disease, severe infection, or flu; fungus infections such as ringworm of the scalp For women, childbirth may cause temporary hair loss due to the changes that take place in the body. |
ee55f918abf023e0b1f6bba977d0f676 | What can cause hair loss? | Factors that can cause hair loss include: Medications, vitamins, or minerals. Drugs used to treat high blood pressure, heart problems, depression, or gout; chemotherapy or radiation treatment for cancer patients; unusually high levels of vitamin A or low levels of iron or protein; for women, birth control pills can cause hair loss. Illness. Thyroid disease, severe infection, or flu; fungus infections such as ringworm of the scalp For women, childbirth may cause temporary hair loss due to the changes that take place in the body. |
861ca429f593bacde18e7fc77d940c06 | What happens during and after hair grafting? | In hair grafting, the dermatological surgeon first removes a portion of the hair-bearing scalp from the back of the head. Then, the surgeon cuts the removed scalp into small segments with varying amounts of hair in each graft, which, when transplanted into the balding area, produce a very subtle thickening and "natural" look. With each session, 50 or more hair-bearing segments are usually transplanted. " Donor" sites are closed with stitches, which usually are then concealed by the surrounding hair. After the grafting session is complete, the scalp will be cleaned then covered with gauze and, if necessary, a bandage. Stitches will come out approximately 10 days later. |
4df5e7a74f6de36ffd147217d5bae7a6 | Will there be any discomfort or side effects with hair grafting? | Most side effects that come with hair grafting usually go away within one to three weeks. Among the most common side effects are: Swelling Bruising around the eyes Crusting on the "donor" and "recipient" sites of the scalp A lack of feeling or sensation around the "donor" and "recipient" sites of the scalp Itching at the "donor" site Scalp Reduction A scalp reduction is the removal of non-hair-bearing skin from the scalp so that the remaining hair-bearing skin can be stretched to fill in the bald area of the head. |
59db9c0aa0d09c81d4cf07ad9d9dd471 | Who is a candidate for hair replacement therapy? | Candidates for hair replacement procedures include: Men with male-pattern baldness Some women with female-pattern (genetic) hair loss A person who has lost some hair as a result of burns or other scalp injuries People who've experienced recent hair loss Hair replacement is not recommended for the following people: Women with a diffuse, or wide-spread, pattern of hair loss Those who do not have sufficient "donor" sites (hair-bearing portions of the head from which hair-bearing skin is taken) People who form keloid scars that can result from trauma, surgery, burns, or radiation injury Hair Grafting or Hair Transplant Hair grafting -- also called a hair transplant -- is an outpatient hair replacement procedure performed in the dermatological surgeon's office. |
0af6acbcd1c064f1acfb15d586fd20b7 | What is scalp reduction for hair loss? | Among the most common side effects are: Swelling Bruising around the eyes Crusting on the "donor" and "recipient" sites of the scalp A lack of feeling or sensation around the "donor" and "recipient" sites of the scalp Itching at the "donor" site Scalp Reduction A scalp reduction is the removal of non-hair-bearing skin from the scalp so that the remaining hair-bearing skin can be stretched to fill in the bald area of the head. Scalp reduction can reduce as much as half of the bald area. It is a procedure performed to cover bald areas on the top and back of the head and is not found to be beneficial for the frontal hairline. |
f87520862cc43a296425decd68912168 | What is Propecia? | Propecia is the first pill that can treat male pattern hair loss. Like all prescription products, it should be given under a doctor's care. While it is effective, if treatment is discontinued, results may not be maintained. |
73e8a16415903fccdffae3862d592099 | How long does hair grafting take? | After each session, a healing process of two to four months is usually recommended. |
895445afd28d33a94b915e90639350cf | What is hair grafting for hair replacement? | Candidates for hair replacement procedures include: Men with male-pattern baldness Some women with female-pattern (genetic) hair loss A person who has lost some hair as a result of burns or other scalp injuries People who've experienced recent hair loss Hair replacement is not recommended for the following people: Women with a diffuse, or wide-spread, pattern of hair loss Those who do not have sufficient "donor" sites (hair-bearing portions of the head from which hair-bearing skin is taken) People who form keloid scars that can result from trauma, surgery, burns, or radiation injury Hair Grafting or Hair Transplant Hair grafting -- also called a hair transplant -- is an outpatient hair replacement procedure performed in the dermatological surgeon's office. Micro grafts contain only one to two hairs per graft, while slit grafts contain between four and ten, and punch grafts hold 10-15 hairs. Also available are mini-grafts (containing two to four hairs) and strip grafts (long thin grafts containing 30 to 40 hairs). Local anesthetic is injected into the scalp and sedation is available if needed for relaxation and comfort. |
8640c9bb9103845fc23366f7cbd2a55b | What are national resources to help locate palliative care programs? | These national resources can help you to locate palliative care programs and providers in your area: Getpalliativecare.org Palliativedoctors.org National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization Center to Advance Palliative Care: The center, based at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, has a mission to increase availability of palliative care services. |
d58f6937435baea18916cc977d04eaa3 | What is the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization? | National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization This nonprofit organization is the nation's largest to represent hospice and palliative care programs and professionals. It engages in advocacy for patients and families, develops educational programs and materials, and conducts research. |
19ffc07e6d309398f1daa45412635472 | What is the National Institutes of Health: Clinical Trials on Palliative Care? | National Institutes of Health: Clinical Trials on Palliative Care The U. S. lists detailed information on clinical trials of palliative care on this site. |
69c8495f87ee8d8dcadabd99ec46e2e6 | What is the Center to Advance Palliative Care? | These national resources can help you to locate palliative care programs and providers in your area: Getpalliativecare.org Palliativedoctors.org National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization Center to Advance Palliative Care: The center, based at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, has a mission to increase availability of palliative care services. It operates a web site for patients and families called "getpalliativecare.org." This site provides general information on palliative care and links to news stories. It also offers patients' personal stories and links to resources for them and their caregivers. The resources range from financial and caregiver help to information about specific diseases. |
f92c66e12d12418a026fbb3fa5ef1e1f | What is the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine? | The American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine This professional organization represents more than 4,000 doctors who specialize in hospice and palliative medicine, as well as other professionals who are interested in the field. |
b0b5ba0663fd6535c035e9352b49e42d | What happens if your doctor is hesitating to make a referral for palliative care? | Most doctors welcome the services that a palliative care team provides to their patients. However, on rare occasions, a primary care doctor might hesitate to make a referral. If you encounter this problem, ask your doctor for an explanation. You can also ask the palliative care team to help you explain why you would like such services. Then you can speak with your primary care doctor about how palliative care could benefit you. |
a0cfb99b50e6df3b27d42ca4bb7743f0 | How do you pay for palliative care? | Most insurance plans cover palliative care treatment in full or partially. Typically, Medicare and Medicaid also cover palliative care. If you're concerned about costs, speak to a social worker from the palliative care team. |
eee2c75f650a3f79ec71669f5f7992f9 | What information about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease will your doctor assign grades to? | The original GOLD system used the term stages to refer to the different levels of COPD. Now they're called grades. |
47825b7cbf9e8e3a84824dc1569ab274 | What are the different chronic obstructive pulmonary disease groups? | Based on all of these things -- your symptoms, spirometry results, and exacerbation risk -- your doctor will put your COPD into one of these groups: Group A: Low risk, less symptoms Group B: Low risk, more symptoms Group C: High risk, less symptoms Group D: High risk, more symptoms If you have questions about any terms that your doctor uses -- whether âgradesâ or âgroups,â ask. |
8f66a476c50bf1916fb0dd88506cbbe8 | What is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD) may sound like a single condition, but it includes several kinds of lung diseases. All of them can make you feel breathless. |
46792915c28e14898cc49b9ff69e9304 | What is exacerbation risk in relation to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? | These results have four grades, too: GOLD 1: Mild GOLD 2: Moderate GOLD 3: Severe GOLD 4: Very severe Another thing that's part of your overall COPD assessment is your exacerbation risk. An exacerbation is a time when your COPD symptoms get so much worse that you need to make a change in your medication. Your doctor might also call it a flare. These flare-ups are more likely if your spirometry result is GOLD 3 or GOLD 4. |
330c4b2bbc3f8984b2884742322680ca | What are your spirometry results based on? | Spirometry results are based on two measurements: Forced vital capacity ( FVC). This is the largest amount of air you can breathe out after breathing in as deeply as you can. Forced expiratory volume ( FEV-1). FEV-1 shows how much air you can exhale from your lungs in 1 second. |
0e0e6d6db4112e8c1d81accabe988f6f | What do your symptom grades for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease mean? | Your doctor will assign grades to these four things: How severe your current symptoms are Your spirometry results The chances that your COPD will get worse The presence of other health problems You'll answer some questions, either on the COPD Assessment Test ( CAT) or the Modified Medical Research Council (m MRC). CAT scores range from 0-40 and m MRC scores have five grades. For example, if you report that you only get winded when you do hard exercise, you might have m MRC grade 0. If you report being so breathless you can't even leave the house or get dressed, you could have m MRC grade 4. |
e1cd29f113dc2b721c9321f29db1488f | What is the GOLD system for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? | The GOLD system bases the stage of your COPD on several things: Your symptoms How many times your COPD has gotten worse Any times you've had to stay in the hospital because your COPD has gotten worse Results from spirometry, a test that checks the amount of air and speed that you can exhale GOLD stands for the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease. |
cdfb1ab16a43a56c3e2f9db2ae8ac7c6 | How can you keep someone from Alzheimer's disease from becoming constipated? | Some Alzheimer's medications can cause constipation. It can also happen if someone doesn't eat or drink enough. Make sure your loved one: Gets plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains in her diet. These are great sources of fiber, which can help curb constipation. Drinks enough water and other fluids. Stays active. Exercise can help get things moving in the bathroom, too. |
4b6927caa1532fc01abac80e7f81f1d2 | How can you ease dry mouth for someone with Alzheimer's disease? | Remind your loved one to drink water, and try other ways to avoid dry mouth: Dunk breads, toast, cookies, or crackers in milk, hot chocolate, or tea to soften them. Remind her to take a drink after each bite of food to moisten her mouth and help her swallow. Add broth or sauces to foods to make them softer and wetter. Offer sour candy or fruit ice to help her mouth make more saliva. |
1d3a84c621fd2b7dc69baaa8b853a385 | Can good nutrition ese symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease? | There's no special diet for people with Alzheimer's disease, but good nutrition can ease some symptoms and help them feel good. |
f730116e109095ffb7205022473aefee | What do the abbreviations on a prescription for glasses mean? | When you look at your prescription for eyeglasses, you will see numbers listed under the headings of OS and OD. They are Latin abbreviations: OS (oculus sinister) means the left eye and OD (oculus dextrus) means the right eye. Occasionally, you will see a notation for OU, which means something involving both eyes. In general, the further away from zero the number on your prescription, the worse your eyesight and the more vision correction (stronger prescription) you need. A âplusâ (+) sign in front of the number means you are farsighted, and a âminusâ (-) sign means you are nearsighted. These numbers represent diopters, the unit used to measure the correction, or focusing power, of the lens your eye requires. Diopter is often abbreviated " D." var s_context; s_context= s_context || {}; s_context['wb.modimp'] = 'vidfloat'; if(webmd.useragent && webmd.useragent.ua.type === 'desktop'){ webmd.ads2.disable Initial Load(); webmd.ads2.disable Ads Init = true; $(function() { webmd.p.pim.increment(); $('.responsive-video-container').insert After('.module-social-share-container'); require(['video2/1/responsive-player/video-loader'], function(video Loader) { video Loader.init({ autoplay: webmd.useragent.ua.type === 'desktop' && ! |
8ddce6b7e8ab77fd5a82af9e38e00960 | Does acupuncture help with breast cancer treatment side effects? | A small study shows that acupuncture may help relieve hot flashes caused by some breast cancer treatments. Yoga, massage, and meditation have also been shown to decrease these hot flashes. Other benefits of acupuncture may include less vomiting, pain, and fatigue. |
3b161f05bfef5e7b51019af2239719e1 | Is reiki good for relaxation if you have breast cancer? | Another form of energy medicine that is sometimes used in the treatment of breast cancer is reiki, a practice that comes from Japan. Practitioners pass their hands over a person's body to manipulate bioenergy. Most women who try reiki report feelings of relaxation and reduced pain, but no research has yet proved its benefits or shown how it works. |
1b272f2bb68e124ebc5412b5da5bc5b3 | What questions do I need to ask my doctor before doing complementary treatment for breast cancer? | Ask your doctor these basic questions: What are the proven benefits of this complementary treatment? What are the "anecdotal" benefits reported by patients but not officially studied, such as less stress or better sleep? What are the risks, if any? Can this form of complementary treatment interfere with my standard breast cancer care? |
a7e246bca223e026a1e7f53af0d537fd | How does immunotherapy or biologic therapy treat advanced melanoma? | Immunotherapy or biologic therapy. These drugs help your immune system find and attack cancer cells. Depending on the ones you take, you might have to go in for treatment every 2, 3, or 4 weeks. Your doctor might want you to take more than one drug. |
e45c5f3773c6aa692183e5880245168a | What is targeted therapy for advanced melanoma and what are the risks? | These drugs turn off the genes in melanoma cells that make them grow out of control. Targeted therapy can do a good job at first, but it tends to stop working in time. Then you'd need to try another treatment. It's rare, but targeted therapy can cause problems with your heart, liver, kidneys, skin, or eyes. Some people may get a different kind of skin cancer called squamous cell carcinoma. |
b63df2145b850dcee25f180f5cd4508a | What are the side effects of treatment for advanced melanoma? | But they have some in common: Feeling very tired Changes in your appetite Constipation or diarrhea Itching Rashes Tell your doctor if you have any side effects, even if they don't seem too bad. Your doctor can help you manage them or keep them from getting worse. |
c571e500ae671a4dfe8eb855f2ce80e3 | What are the risks of chemotherapy for advanced melanoma? | Some chemo drugs can damage your nerves and cause pain, burning, tingling, or weakness or make you more sensitive to heat or cold. Those problems usually go away when you stop treatment. Other side effects include: Hair loss Mouth sores Infection Bruising or bleeding Each kind of treatment has its own particular side effects to look out for. |
560c2839b05c2a924efda3404a57f342 | Is there treatment for melanoma once it's spread? | Based on where the disease spreads and how healthy you are, your doctor can suggest some treatments that would help you the most. It's important to have an open, honest talk with him about the kind of therapy you want, how long you want it, and your goals for your care. |
f16c52000ed7dd57f84700d1ddf94495 | How will I feel if melanoma is spreading? | How the disease makes you feel depends on where in your body the cancer has spread to. For example, if it spreads to lymph nodes, they can get swollen and painful. If the melanoma goes to your lungs, you may have trouble breathing or a cough that won't go away. If it shows up in your liver, you may have indigestion, a swollen belly, or yellow skin and eyes, a condition called jaundice. In general, though, it's common for people with advanced melanoma to feel very tired, not feel hungry, and lose weight without trying. |
59b6e26ab218d42783ade105a40d81cc | How does radiation treat advanced melanoma? | Radiation. |
a84a5f7766018731cbc89e3f81ca2744 | How does surgery treat advanced melanoma? | This is the main way to remove melanoma from the skin and lymph nodes. You might also have an operation on organs where the cancer has spread. There's no guarantee your surgeon will get all of it. Some melanoma is too small to see, even with high-tech scans. |
577bdd2b455ba36a98276ab2f8d925fc | How does melanoma spread? | Melanoma spreads when the tumor's cells travel through your body's tissues, blood, or lymph nodes. They can settle in your organs and keep growing there. They can do this because they're sneaky. Every day, your body makes cancerous cells. Normally they don't make it past âcheckpointsâ in your immune system, which destroys them. But melanoma cells can use these checkpoints to avoid attack. |
e131d50ef8a30af51b132cbd5e3b1993 | What are symptoms of wheezing? | The symptoms of wheezing include a musical or whistling sound and labored breathing, particularly when exhaling; sometimes they're accompanied by a feeling of tightening in the chest. You can hear wheezing more loudly if you plug your ears and exhale rapidly, or by using a stethoscope to listen to breathing over the lungs. |
dd874d7485caf3170c15504df80e60fc | What causes neurofibromatosis? | Neurofibromatosis is often inherited (passed on by family members through our genes), but about 50% of people newly diagnosed with the disorder have no family history of the condition, which can arise spontaneously through a mutation (change) in the genes. Once this change has taken place, the mutant gene can be passed on to future generations. |
e7318d17882c66781af5fa9cb433bd40 | What is the outlook for a person with neurofibromatosis? | Often, the symptoms of NF1 are mild and people who have it are able to lead full and productive lives. Sometimes, however, pain and deformity can result leading to significant disability. The outlook for people with NF2 depends of the person's age at onset of the diseases and on the number and location of tumors. Some can be life-threatening. Often, those with schwannomatosis have severe pain, and this can be very debilitating. |
9db162b5441966ac511517dec23ddb10 | What is sciatica? | !s_sensitive, chron ID: $('article embeded_module[type=video][align=top]:eq(0)').attr('chronic_id'), continuous Play: true, cp Options: { flyout: true }, display Ads: true, mode: 'in-article', sticky: true }) }); }); } else { $(function(){ $('.responsive-video-container').remove(); }); } Sciatica is a common type of pain affecting the sciatic nerve, a large nerve extending from the lower back down the back of each leg. |
e8179b723e84dcaa13c199c4e8fef55a | What causes sciatica? | Sciatica is caused by irritation of the root(s) of the lower lumbar and lumbosacral spine. Additional common causes of sciatica include: Lumbar spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal in the lower back) Degenerative disc disease (breakdown of discs, which act as cushions between the vertebrae) Spondylolisthesis (a condition in which one vertebra slips forward over another one) Pregnancy Muscle spasm in the back or buttocks Other things that may make your back pain worse include being overweight, not exercising regularly, wearing high heels, or sleeping on a mattress that is too hard or too soft. |
a3fb61a98c85af5abb9ab0f6c1c20690 | What worsens sciatica pain? | Additional common causes of sciatica include: Lumbar spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal in the lower back) Degenerative disc disease (breakdown of discs, which act as cushions between the vertebrae) Spondylolisthesis (a condition in which one vertebra slips forward over another one) Pregnancy Muscle spasm in the back or buttocks Other things that may make your back pain worse include being overweight, not exercising regularly, wearing high heels, or sleeping on a mattress that is too hard or too soft. |
875504bb2e4339deea3177f9f148aa68 | How often will you have flare-ups of hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)? | HS can be unpredictable. You may have a flare-up every few weeks, or you may go months with clear skin. Some women find they have breakouts before their periods. They may go away while you're pregnant or breastfeeding. There's no sure way to prevent breakouts. But they may not come back as often or be as bad if you follow your treatment plan, take any medication your doctor prescribes, and make some changes to your lifestyle. |
c1dd024bc6dc59934ca805d0c42512fa | What should I do if my Crohn's disease doctor isn't right for me? | If your doctor doesn't hit the mark in all areas, these tips may help you: Bring questions. Come to your doctor visit with a list of things that are on your mind. Bring up the most pressing ones first. Your doctor or a staff member might also answer questions by email. Let you doctor know if you don't understand something or need something repeated. Ask anything -- no question is too basic. Be honest. Keep notes of your symptoms and the treatments you've tried, including over-the-counter drugs and nutrition supplements. Tell your doctor how you feel. And if you miss a dose of a prescribed drug, be sure to mention that. If you don't think your doctor is right for you, you can look for another one. Your insurance provider, regular doctor, friends, or the American College of Gastroenterology may be able to help you find one who specializes in treating Crohn's. |
8f0bc0a698dda9bd286b56427ebd2a1a | What kind of doctor should I look for if I have Crohn's disease? | Or it may be severe and require complex treatment. In that case, the number one thing to look for is the right kind of gastroenterologist. A gastroenterologist is a doctor who specializes in digestion and problems in the gut. If you have severe Crohn's, find a gastroenterologist who specializes in inflammatory bowel disease. You can find one at most medical centers and teaching hospitals or through the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America. If you can't see a specialist, your primary care doctor may need to consult with one to plan your care. |
f220189f073049391874eeb1fd558ced | How can I avoid health problems caused by Crohn's disease? | Willing to treat Crohn's aggressively if necessary. The better your treatment is at keeping your gut from becoming inflamed, the more likely you are to avoid scarring and other health problems that Crohn's can cause. This helps you avoid hospital stays and surgeries and keep up with your job, family, and the things you enjoy. |
f9a7d4cabadb9195a62179dbcba0292f | How helpful should my Crohn's disease doctor be? | You want a doctor who can explain your disease or answer your questions fully and clearly. If your doctor doesn't have enough time to answer your questions, make sure a nurse or other person in the office can. |
85c2b296793a10a4626b5a4ede691ec5 | What should my Crohn's disease doctor discuss with me? | Looks beyond drug treatment. Your doctor should also talk to you about more than medications. You also need to discuss food and nutrition, helpful lifestyle habits like exercise and not smoking, and surgery if it could help you. |
e68c5774c55d0157cdeb2ef869d7349d | How should the doctor treating my Crohn's disease help me? | Your Crohn's doctor should be willing to work with your primary care doctor, who is your partner for treating any other medical problems you may have. Your Crohn's doctor should also be able to refer you to people who will help you make other health changes such as quit smoking, get more exercise, or improve your diet. |
2ed5c34749531b283ee2e788618b7f11 | If I donât think my Crohn's doctor is right for me what should I do? | If you don't think your doctor is right for you, you can look for another one. Your insurance provider, regular doctor, friends, or the American College of Gastroenterology may be able to help you find one who specializes in treating Crohn's. |
15a54949ccf12abd7e64b9d9803f78ea | Why do doctors prescribe nitroglycerin for chest pain? | Doctors usually prescribe nitroglycerin for angina pectoris, which often is called just "angina." It's sudden heart-related chest pain. It happens because something prevents the flow of blood to your heart muscle. Nitroglycerin helps widen the blood vessels so more blood gets to your heart muscle. That helps stop the pain. |
e89492d39bb7efff98dcc9b43a79d3f8 | Why is it dangerous to take ED medicine with nitroglycerin? | Prescription ED pills include: Avanafil ( Stendra) Sildenafil ( Viagra) Tadalafil ( Cialis) Vardenafil ( Levitra, Staxyn) Why shouldn't you take your ED medicine with your nitroglycerin? The reason is that both lower your blood pressure. Taken together, your blood pressure may get to a very low, and dangerous, level. Because of this effect, the American Heart Association warns against it. You may still be able to take both medicines, at different times. Talk with your doctor about how long you should wait between taking the two medicines. |
547f318439045c23a54bc2b4ffa13348 | What should you do if you take nitroglycerin and still have chest pain? | If you take your nitroglycerin as instructed and you still have chest pain, get medical help right away. |
8b40f00a806cfa6b0546e030d4035e83 | When should you call the doctor about dehydration in a child? | Dehydration can be serious in a baby or young child. If you notice these signs, see a doctor right away: Extreme sleepiness Less responsive than usual Few wet diapers Cold and blotchy hands and feet No tears when crying Dark yellow pee Very dry mouth Usually, dehydration is easy to treat at home if you get out of the heat and drink plenty of liquids. But once you're thirsty, you're probably already dehydrated, so it's best to drink plenty of fluids regularly. |
8b498dc215cb608dac80703df3f3ac27 | What causes dehydration? | You can become dehydrated for many different reasons. It could be from sweating too much. Vomiting or diarrhea can quickly remove fluids from your body, too. So can medicines that make you pee a lot. All of these things can cause you to lose more water and electrolytes (essential minerals in your blood and body fluids) than are good for you. If you don't have enough, your body has trouble doing the things it's supposed to do. There's really only one way to treat dehydration -- replace the fluids and electrolytes your body has lost. |
3ef933ac48b9f50e2f277edbebfbfc6e | What are the symptoms of trochanteric bursitis? | Other causes of trochanteric bursitis include: muscle tears hip injuries hip surgery complications poor posture diseases such as gout (a form of arthritis with sudden, sharp attacks of pain, often at the base of the big toe) You'll first notice trochanteric bursitis when you feel pain at the outside of your hip. At first, the pain may be sharp, but with time, it may turn into a dull ache. Moving your hip, particularly going down stairs, might make the pain worse. If left untreated, the pain may start going down your upper leg. You'll likely feel it when you lay on the side of your affected hip and when getting up from a chair. The joint becomes stiff, and the bursa itself is sensitive to touch. In extreme cases, your hip joint may become red and swollen and you may even have a fever. |
d7d23477ce60100b28ad19f75668c2fc | How is trochanteric bursitis diagnosed? | When you visit your doctor, she'll most likely do a physical exam, focusing on how long you've had the condition and specific movements that cause the pain. She may order X-rays to rule out other issues, since bursitis itself doesn't show up on X-rays. You could get an ultrasound test, and you may get an MRI if your hip isn't responding to treatment. In some cases, your doctor may inject your bursa with an anesthetic. If the pain goes away at once, you most likely have trochanteric bursitis. |
4bb8c98d8793ee8fbe16362c41a0c0ed | What are other causes of trochanteric bursitis? | Other causes of trochanteric bursitis include: muscle tears hip injuries hip surgery complications poor posture diseases such as gout (a form of arthritis with sudden, sharp attacks of pain, often at the base of the big toe) You'll first notice trochanteric bursitis when you feel pain at the outside of your hip. |
346378bba4bd2cffd3479d82c8c0706e | What is trochanteric bursitis? | The outside point of the hip, which is called the greater trochanter, has a bursa called the trochanteric bursa. ( The other bursa, on the inside of the hip area, is called the iliopsoas bursa.) When that outside hip bursa gets inflamed, you have trochanteric bursitis. Also known as greater trochanteric pain syndrome ( GTPS), it is a common condition and easily treatable. You'll find bursa sacs at many of the body's major joints, including the elbow, shoulder, and knee. The small pouches are filled with a thick fluid and are meant to lubricate joints and protect body parts from friction. The trochanteric bursa, like other bursae, may become inflamed if the hip is overused or injured. |
417bd048f4bf52106bedfe046a1f370c | Can eating breakfast help with bad breath? | Eat breakfast: Even if you brush your teeth when you get up, your morning breath may reappear if you don't eat. Morning mouth may be associated with hunger. |
246e0f765ac13baa9311ca0723747977 | Can chewing gum with xylitol help with bad breath? | Chew sugarless gum with xylitol: Gum with the natural sweetener xylitol can prevent the growth of bad-breath bacteria. The gum itself can bring more saliva to your mouth, which will naturally make your mouth fresher. |
25361cf165e830ce5b591cc5f97c6c7d | Can drinking water help with bad breath? | Drink water: If your bad breath is caused by weight loss, water can dilute the chemicals that cause the odors. Water also helps wash away bacteria and food particles. |
93946082eb9549235715edaa48806833 | Can dieting bring on bad breath? | Diets that lead to weight loss: We agree that it seems unjust, but when your body breaks down fat, the process releases chemicals that can give your breath an unpleasant smell. |
e840e292305c5f3f5495668bc4829b4f | Can taking care of health problems help with bad breath? | Take care of health problems: Work with your doctor to keep diabetes, allergies, and other conditions under control. |
642ae0ebcd2784fc8ead0f5d7ea2eb37 | Can cleaning your teeth help with bad breath? | Clean those teeth: Not only do they prevent odor-causing plaque from building up in your mouth, but brushing, flossing and rinsing are healthy for your gums and teeth, too. If you can't brush after a meal, give your mouth a good rinse with water to at least loosen up and free those trapped bits. |
dcea7beb90869d8c411be093d2c135cd | Does tobacco cause bad breath? | Bad breath starts with what you put in your mouth. Garlic for lunch? |
3adaabba7d076e4e13a334fc34c771a1 | How do medications or health issues cause bad breath? | Medications or health issues: Drugs that cause dry mouth can also contribute to bad breath. Health problems such as seasonal allergies, chronic sinusitis, bronchitis, respiratory infections, stomach problems, diabetes, and liver and kidney diseases factor in, too. Unrelenting bad breath may also be a sign of gum disease. |
5b086cb2575da75f33f5e1c35d998499 | How does dry mouth cause bad breath? | Dry mouth: Feeling parched? Saliva's job is to serve as a continuous rinse cycle for your mouth. If you don't have enough, your mouth loses its freshness fast. In fact, morning breath is worse for people who sleep with their mouths open. |
e9409a510aeaac458bdcfed6eb02cd97 | How does food trapped in your mouth cause bad breath? | Food "trapped" in your mouth: We're not talking about just a little spinach on your teeth. After a meal, any food particles that remain between your teeth, in your gums, or on your tongue can release their odor into your breath -- which gets worse as that food decays. And without good care of your teeth and gums, this stuck food can set off a cascade of events leading to gum disease. |
698d74fac5284cae02fbf5cc81080670 | Can using mouthwash or dental rinse help with bad breath? | Antiseptic mouthwash can help kill bacteria that cause bad breath and plaque that can lead to gingivitis, an early, mild form of gum disease. Adding a fluoride rinse to your daily routine can help prevent tooth decay. |
e9414e5b48e38edf49d4d7f4ab08b67f | Can cleaning your tongue help with bad breath? | Clean that tongue: Bacteria on your tongue can contribute to bad breath. When you brush your teeth, brush your tongue, too, or use a tongue scraper. |
b929d524655deababf15dcbcd84160d7 | Can eating hard fruits or vegetables help with bad breath? | Eat a hard fruit or vegetable: Apples, carrots, celery, and other hard fruits and vegetables help clear odor-causing plaque and food particles from your mouth. |
4ec766092ef7bf3fc29d48a0939b7deb | How can stress affect blood sugar levels in people with diabetes? | This is your fight-or-flight response. It prompts your body to act like it's under attack. When this happens, your hormone levels go up. Your body burns its stored energy sources -- glucose and fat -- to meet the threat. When you have diabetes, insulin can't break through the cells to break down the glucose, and your levels rise. Stress can also cause blood sugar to rise indirectly. You may be less likely to take care of yourself by eating right, exercising, or taking your medicine when you're stressed out. Learn to relax. Try meditation, yoga, or massage. |
52a69deae6a962fd2fa1ed61970a4e76 | How do brushing and flossing affect glucose and blood sugar? | And serious gum disease can make it harder to keep your blood sugar under control. Like all infections, it may cause your glucose to rise. That, in turn, can make other infections more likely. Make sure you not only brush and floss your teeth but also rinse with an antiseptic mouthwash daily. Keep up with your dentist visits, work on managing your blood sugar, and, if you have gum disease, treat it -- and any other infection in any part of your body -- ASAP. |
6030dea450b76e0e9e048831c5102d5a | How does smoking affect blood sugar? | If you light up, you raise your chances of getting diabetes. If you already have diabetes, you're more likely to have trouble finding the right dose of insulin and controlling your blood sugar. Smoking makes it harder to keep your blood sugar levels down. The lesson here: If you smoke, quit. |
99e99b4d385595d9893dee37e0a51f9c | How can dietary choices keep blood sugar levels under control? | Watch what you eat since that's one of the most important things you can do to control your blood sugar, also called blood glucose. That's because of the impact that carbohydrates -- the sugars and starches in foods -- can have. |
93003a81b51210250072c1c920c6ef06 | How can smoking affect blood sugar levels in people with diabetes? | If you light up, you raise your chances of getting diabetes. If you already have diabetes, you're more likely to have trouble finding the right dose of insulin and controlling your blood sugar. Smoking makes it harder to keep your blood sugar levels down. The lesson here: If you smoke, quit. Blood sugar levels go up from time to time. |
3e5a4f80a0fba41c9509a13871ba435e | What medications can raise my glucose levels? | But if you miss a dose or take the wrong dose of your medicine, you could cause your levels to spike. Some drugs, such as corticosteroids, can have the same effect. Other meds that could raise your glucose include: Diuretics (âwater pillsâ) Drugs used to treat depression Blood pressure medicines If you're on any of these medicines and you notice your blood sugar is high, talk to your doctor. He may adjust your diet or medications. |
1ce2e796d39dab651373bf8c001e48b2 | When should I get the seasonal flu vaccine? | Or just weighing the pros and cons of the seasonal flu vaccine? The flu vaccine is not only about protecting you from getting the flu but also to prevent you from transmitting the flu to vulnerable people around you, such as the elderly, children, or the immuno-compromised. |
ef121bcbb3f91d90c59e87cd15b7331d | Why do we need to get flu vaccines every year? | Flu viruses change, so flu vaccines must change, too. Each year's vaccine is unique, cultivated from the flu strains health officials believe will be most menacing that year. |
21eb1826ef9ac0f17f7fa16541c9900e | Can people with egg allergy safely get the flu vaccine? | It's long been advised that people with allergies to eggs should not get the flu shot. However, the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology says the vaccine contains such a low amount of egg protein that it's unlikely to cause an allergic reaction in those with an egg allergy. If you have a severe egg allergy (anaphylaxis), talk to your doctor before getting the flu vaccine. Also, flu vaccines not made with the use of eggs are available. |
1a23082c1d13a5b144c480f92cb23d3d | What is the link between autism spectrum disorders and the flu vaccine preservative thimerosal? | Concern that there's a link between autism spectrum disorders and the vaccine preservative thimerosal has prevented some parents from getting their kids vaccinated. Worry no more. Studies have found that there is no link between vaccines containing thimerosal and ASD. And if you're still worried, thimerosal-free flu vaccines are now the standard for children in the U. S. -- and available to adults for the asking. |
de7b43aa17ed424f0cff61c7e35b8b47 | What are some eating tips for people with Crohn's disease? | Eat small meals or snacks every few hours rather than three large meals a day. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water and other fluids. When you're not having a flare, focus on eating a wide variety of healthy foods. To be sure you get enough nutrients, ask your doctor about taking a multivitamin. If you have little appetite or trouble eating solid foods, try drinking liquid nutritional supplements. After a flare, slowly add back the foods you have avoided and boost your calories and protein to help make up for what you may have missed. |
99f4c91311e9af9bda3c584bc025f415 | What should you eat during a Crohn's disease flare-up? | As a general rule, the best foods to stick to during flares are bland, low-fiber, and low-fat. Some foods that may fit the bill are: Bananas White bread and white rice Applesauce Smooth peanut butter Skinned potatoes Steamed or broiled fish, such as salmon and halibut Cheese, if you're not lactose intolerant Refined pasta Cooked vegetables Cooked eggs or egg substitutes Some foods can be hard to digest and may make the situation worse. |
11be225bc213629613bce8b10e03e385 | What are some foods to avoid during a Crohn's flare? | Some foods that may fit the bill are: Bananas White bread and white rice Applesauce Smooth peanut butter Skinned potatoes Steamed or broiled fish, such as salmon and halibut Cheese, if you're not lactose intolerant Refined pasta Cooked vegetables Cooked eggs or egg substitutes Some foods can be hard to digest and may make the situation worse. You may want to avoid: High-fiber foods Fried foods Full-fat dairy products, such as whole milk, half-and-half, and ice cream Raw vegetables and fruits Foods and drinks with caffeine, including chocolate and coffee Beans Cabbage Carbonated beverages Cakes, cookies, and other sweet foods Crohn's makes it harder for your body to absorb vitamins and minerals such as: Vitamin B12 Folate Calcium Vitamin D Iron Zinc Magnesium You may get regular blood tests to check that you're getting the nutrients you need. |
feb4a42f1b18d2b178cee0aa78b8a680 | Should you exercise if you have Crohn's disease? | People often exercise to try to lose weight, but it may also help stop weight loss. Exercise may boost your appetite. Being active also helps strengthen bones and muscles, both of which can be weakened by Crohn's. Building muscle may help you gain weight. |
c998a1949fa256fea851051385e3181b | What are the types of motor tics? | Motor tics can be classified as either simple or complex. Simple motor tics may include movements such as eye-blinking, nose-twitching, head-jerking, or shoulder-shrugging. Complex motor tics consist of a series of movements performed in the same order. For instance a person might reach out and touch something repeatedly or kick out with one leg and then the other. |
8e05b658d1a76a8040de273ecf215a29 | Do ADHD medications cause tics? | Doctors once believed that certain medications, including some used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, induced tics in children that were prone to them. Newer studies, though, suggest this is not the case. |
b303a83ce66b93ead98a10d012c49f96 | Can Tourette's get better? | The severity of Tourette's syndrome often changes over time. There may be periods of reduced tic frequency followed by heightened tic activity. Fortunately, many people with Tourette's syndrome find that their condition improves as they get older. |
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