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4d567c5d67ca1c3b5e4c0b32d34fd28e | How is your activity restricted if you're recovering from an Epstein-Barr virus infection? | There are some rare complications of mono, so see your doctor if you or your child has any of these symptoms: Sudden, sharp pain on the left side of the belly, which could mean a problem with your spleen Very little urine, a sign of dehydration Trouble breathing or swallowing -- call 911 immediately Also call if your symptoms don't go away after 4 to 6 weeks. |
a8870d40be8b4e1b18162f7d03be629a | How can an Epstein-Barr virus infection be prevented? | No vaccine can protect you against the EBV virus. The best way to avoid catching it is to stay away from anyone who has mono. Don't share any items, including glasses, silverware, and toothbrushes, with someone who is infected. Also avoid kissing or having sex with an infected person. |
b33d777f9bd5a06ed7db1e6e78d48932 | How do you protect yourself from catching mono? | No vaccine can protect you against the EBV virus. The best way to avoid catching it is to stay away from anyone who has mono. Don't share any items, including glasses, silverware, and toothbrushes, with someone who is infected. Also avoid kissing or having sex with an infected person. |
b1f4007e7f7cca7608c3e527897df331 | How common is Epstein-Barr virus? | Even though Epstein- Barr virus ( EBV) isn't a household name, you've probably been infected without knowing it. Lots of people carry the virus but don't get sick. |
9154917a1416ff96f82b918a5a5835d9 | How does mono, or Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), spread? | The virus is found in saliva, so you can catch mono from kissing someone who's infected. You can also get it from drinking from the same glass or using an infected person's toothbrush. It's also found in blood and semen, so it's possible to get mono from sex, a blood transfusion, or an organ transplant. You don't have to be sick to pass the virus to someone else. EBV stays in your body long after you get over mono. The virus can become active again months or years later, making you contagious once more. |
a05bf2b3bb3c297877e01c5aef513214 | How is mono diagnosed? | It's hard to tell whether you have mononucleosis just by your symptoms. Fever, fatigue, and sore throat could also be signs of other illnesses, like the flu or a cold. See your doctor for an exam to learn for sure what's making you sick. He might find signs that you have mono, such as an enlarged spleen, an organ in your belly that filters blood. Your doctor will also check to see if you have a swollen liver and white patches on your tonsils. You may also need to get some blood tests. |
ffe2526edc2b02f606d24f511edf8d07 | What are symptoms of Epstein-Barr virus infection? | If you do get symptoms, most likely you'll have: Fatigue Fever Lack of appetite Rash Sore throat Swollen glands in the neck Weakness and sore muscles Although you should start feeling better in 2 to 4 weeks, the fatigue can stick around much longer. |
9ce47844850e9a27fe6eaf01eafda840 | How does the Epstein-Barr virus spread? | The virus is found in saliva, so you can catch mono from kissing someone who's infected. You can also get it from drinking from the same glass or using an infected person's toothbrush. It's also found in blood and semen, so it's possible to get mono from sex, a blood transfusion, or an organ transplant. You don't have to be sick to pass the virus to someone else. EBV stays in your body long after you get over mono. The virus can become active again months or years later, making you contagious once more. |
b6ad2d9c892aca59b773a873797e0518 | What are the symptoms of mono? | Once you're infected with EBV, symptoms can take 4 to 6 weeks to show up. When they do, they're often mild, especially in young children. Kids' symptoms may be more like those of a cold or flu. Teens often have more obvious symptoms of mono. If you do get symptoms, most likely you'll have: Fatigue Fever Lack of appetite Rash Sore throat Swollen glands in the neck Weakness and sore muscles Although you should start feeling better in 2 to 4 weeks, the fatigue can stick around much longer. You may still feel tired a couple of months later. |
e642e5544f3bdbf324da163e980ac37b | What are other disease caused by the Epstein-Barr virus? | EBV is best known for causing mononucleosis, but less often it can lead to other diseases, including: Ear infections and diarrhea in children Guillain- Barre syndrome Certain cancers, including Burkitt's lymphoma and cancers of the nose and throat Studies also show a link between EBV and multiple sclerosis ( MS), but more research is needed to determine if the virus can lead to MS. |
2b6cfb367fbf9536a94128962422ff18 | How long does it take to recover from an Epstein-Barr virus infection? | If you do get symptoms, most likely you'll have: Fatigue Fever Lack of appetite Rash Sore throat Swollen glands in the neck Weakness and sore muscles Although you should start feeling better in 2 to 4 weeks, the fatigue can stick around much longer. You may still feel tired a couple of months later. |
ff79e9b960de5582bce51822edd3d191 | What are common symptoms of allergies in children? | For instance, if your child has a mild allergy, such as hay fever, you can expect symptoms such as: Watery, runny eyes Runny nose Sneezing Nasal congestion These symptoms can make your child feel bad, but it's not life-threatening. But sometimes a child can have what's known as anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction that needs immediate medical treatment. Many cases are caused by food allergies, medications, or insect stings. Do you know what to watch for? |
b036382d1e3392e71e2be03844389be7 | What happens during anaphylaxis? | Lungs: Trouble breathing or noisy breathing Coughing, wheezing Sneezing Congestion Tightness in the lungs Hoarseness Heart and Blood Vessels Chest pain Low blood pressure Weak, rapid pulse Dizziness, fainting Skin Pale or flushed skin Hives or welts Itchy skin Sweating Mouth Swelling of the throat, face, lips, or tongue Stomach and Digestion Abdominal pain Nausea, vomiting Diarrhea The person's airways narrow and their throat swells, which can make it hard to breathe. Their blood vessels widen, making their blood pressure fall, sometimes to dangerous levels. Anaphylactic reactions usually happen fast. Symptoms often become the most serious within 3 to 30 minutes of exposure to the allergy trigger. Quicker reactions are usually more severe. |
65ec1c0e80785f8edff307a0919b6dc0 | How can I split up homework so my child with ADHD doesn't get bored or inattentive? | Does your child start strong, then sputter out? Split up assignments so she doesn't have to do it all at once. Instead of a solid hour, have her tackle three 20-minute sessions with playtime or a snack in between. Or switch subjects: math for 20 minutes, then English for another 20, then back to math. She'll struggle less, and her work may improve. |
ac5252365531393da7b522facd59b99a | Is it ok to reward a child with ADHD for doing simple tasks like finishing their homework? | They're not bribes. It's OK to reward your child when she does a good job. A little encouragement can go a long way. |
f8741c3a0969e09251e79cad6070a03b | What are some questions to ask your doctor about different treatments for psoriasis? | It's important to know about the side effects of any treatment your doctor recommends. Some questions you may want to ask include: What serious side effects should I watch for and when should I call for medical help? What can I do to help manage the side effects of my medication? What should I know about being in the sun? What are my options if I can't handle the side effects of this drug? Is it safe if I'm thinking about getting pregnant? |
ddcaed898f126b7a7d939a1722bf57db | How does light therapy treat psoriasis? | Ultraviolet light targeted at problem areas can help control psoriasis outbreaks. But it should be done only under a doctor's care. Common side effects are minor burns and a higher risk of skin cancer. It also can make you more sensitive to sunlight. With photochemotherapy, which includes a drug that makes the ultraviolet light work better, short-term side effects also include nausea, itching, and red skin. |
9a400176d896ede855eadf942f3960dc | What are side effects of salicylic acid for psoriasis? | Salicylic acid: This helps get rid of dead skin cells. It also may irritate your skin. If you use it on your scalp over a long period, it could make your hair weak and possibly fall out. |
ab2824d7ba527261cfce6e8eed768b75 | What are side effects of anthralin for psoriasis? | Anthralin: This medicine makes skin cells grow more slowly and helps get rid of scales. The most common side effect is skin irritation. It also can stain your skin as well as clothing, fabric, and even hard surfaces. It's best to let it stay on your skin only for a short time and then wash it off. |
b005e025159347db98f358a6c34084bf | What are the side effects of biologics to treat psoriasis? | Biologics: These are strong drugs made from living cells. Because they affect your immune system, they can raise your chances of a serious infection, including tuberculosis. |
79d1a710b6f0718f81135d804dc17fec | What can treat psoriasis? | These include topical treatments you put on your skin, light therapy, pills, shots, and infusions (drugs put directly into your bloodstream with a small needle and a tube). Each comes with its own possible side effects. Your doctor can help you weigh the risks and benefits of any treatment. |
536b87cd39a4d2ca275a9b2b8fab6499 | What are the side effects of retinoids that treat psoriasis? | When treatments like creams, ointments, shampoos, and phototherapy don't do enough to control your psoriasis, you may need to take medicine. Retinoids: These drugs made from vitamin A can raise your chances of liver problems. Your doctor will do regular blood tests to watch for that. They also bring a risk of birth defects, so women who take them shouldn't get pregnant for at least 3 years afterward. Other possible side effects include: Depression Dry, cracked skin or lips Hair loss Joint pain Nosebleeds Trouble seeing in the dark Methotrexate: This drug, usually taken as a pill or shot, slows the growth of skin cells and eases inflammation. |
96e22b0accb5748401e704266d2b458f | What are side effects of coal tar for psoriasis? | Coal tar: This thick, black byproduct of coal can slow down the growth of skin cells, ease inflammation, help with itching and scaling, and make your skin look better. But it also can irritate and dry out your skin and make you more sensitive to sunlight. |
c1cea7c7237d7236db4866acf056a33e | What are side effects of light therapy (phototherapy) for psoriasis? | Common side effects are minor burns and a higher risk of skin cancer. It also can make you more sensitive to sunlight. With photochemotherapy, which includes a drug that makes the ultraviolet light work better, short-term side effects also include nausea, itching, and red skin. |
1c8b43e406962e2d9311f9517cc871fa | What are the side effects from psoriasis skin treatments that have vitamin D in them? | Vitamin D: Topical treatments that have vitamin D, like calcipotriene and calcitriol, can irritate your skin. |
d8fd7328448454429c88026394b1295d | What are side effects of tazarotene for psoriasis? | Tazarotene: This is a retinoid cream, which means it's made from vitamin A. It can irritate your skin and make you more sensitive to sunlight. It's not recommended for women who are pregnant or plan to get pregnant because it can raise your chances of having a child with certain birth defects. |
e8a929444796ecacacfad709590e10fe | What are some topical treatments that treat psoriasis? | These are medicines you rub on your skin, including your scalp. If you have mild or moderate psoriasis, one of these may be all you need to control it. In more severe cases, you may use one along with other treatments. |
8b59b95f8c5f850e17f75e35d275984e | What are side effects of corticosteroids for psoriasis? | Corticosteroids: These powerful drugs ease inflammation and can help a lot. But you shouldn't use them over a long period. They can make your skin thinner and may stop working as well. |
55cb3bf4c4af4f846c79de5286a64a93 | What are questions that I can ask for my doctor about psoriasis treatments and its side effects? | Some questions you may want to ask include: What serious side effects should I watch for and when should I call for medical help? What can I do to help manage the side effects of my medication? What should I know about being in the sun? What are my options if I can't handle the side effects of this drug? Is it safe if I'm thinking about getting pregnant? |
5190bd5df48dfd51a63489a4b0330556 | How can you use retinoids for warts? | How to use: Follow your doctor's instructions for applying retinoids to warts. Creams may need to be used for a few months before warts disappear. |
749a1c0e08d35eb7ee4d041b551eb51f | How are retinoids used for acne? | How to use: Smooth a pea-sized amount of retinoid cream over the skin once a day 20 to 30 minutes after washing your face. |
fbf9f03fe424a1a040e625f3ca26bd48 | How can you use retinoids for wrinkles? | How to use: Apply to your face, neck, chest, hands, and forearms at least twice a week. |
d7f4c99f672f0f326ff1f3a26875e28d | What else do you need to know about using retinoids for warts? | What else you need to know: When you first use retinoids, you may notice redness, peeling of your skin, or worsening of your acne. |
14f4b9cb62ba7f8a1f202a590ae73e42 | How can retinoids help with acne? | If you have moderate to severe acne that hasn't gotten better with other treatments, a retinoid may help. When spread on the skin, retinoids can unclog pores, allowing other medicated creams and gels to work better. They also reduce acne outbreaks by preventing dead cells from clogging pores. By clearing acne and reducing outbreaks, they may also reduce the formation of acne scars. Retinoid pills treat oil production, bacteria that cause acne, and inflammation. |
ecaf361ea63935a10746ae957640a451 | How can retinoids help with warts? | Doctors may prescribe retinoids for warts, particularly when other treatments have failed. Retinoid cream works by disrupting the wart's cell growth. |
b2c3779ce6505a1e056e5239bad5ceec | What do you need to know about using retinoids for acne? | What else you need to know: When you first use retinoids, you may notice redness, peeling of your skin, or worsening of your acne. You can minimize this by using the product every other day until your body gets used to it, or mix it with moisturizer. |
8ad9e8d8557895161563ceed3e4ac521 | How can retinoids help with wrinkles? | Tretinoin was the first retinoid approved by the FDA to treat wrinkles. This prescription retinoid works by increasing the making of new collagen. It also stimulates new blood vessels in the skin, giving skin a rosy appearance, fading age spots, and reducing precancerous skin spots called actinic keratosis. Tretinoin also may help prevent more serious effects of ultraviolet radiation. Over-the-counter retinoids may not work as well as tretinoin in reducing wrinkles, but they can improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin. |
a9a5d603b0b4f4aa0bb7284f3fc39186 | How do integrase strand transfer inhibitors (INSTIs) help treat HIV and AIDS? | Atazanavir or ATV ( Reyataz) Darunavir or DRV ( Prezista) Fosamprenavir or FPV ( Lexiva) Indinavir or IDV ( Crixivan) Lopinavir + ritonavir, or LPV/r ( Kaletra) Nelfinavir or NFV ( Viracept) Ritonavir or RTV ( Norvir) Saquinavir or SQV ( Invirase, Fortovase) Tipranavir or TPV ( Aptivus) These stop HIV from making copies of itself by blocking a key protein that allows the virus to put its DNA into the healthy cell's DNA. |
8adbc4c18e2a4d42912eb03ed84ed2f7 | How do protease inhibitors (PIs) help treat HIV and AIDS? | Delavirdine or DLV ( Rescripor) Doravirine, or DOR ( Pifeltro) Efavirenz or EFV ( Sustiva) Etravirine or ETR ( Intelence) Nevirapine or NVP ( Viramune) Rilpivirine or RPV ( Edurant) These drugs block a protein that infected cells need to put together new HIV virus particles. |
cf5ba9e97288b0119cf826ea5bc5df66 | How does maraviroc (MVC) help treat HIV and AIDS? | Enfuvirtide, or ENF or T-20 ( Fuzeon) Maraviroc, or MVC ( Selzentry), also stops HIV before it gets inside a healthy cell, but in a different way than fusion inhibitors. It blocks a specific kind of "hook" on the outside of certain cells so the virus can't plug in. |
1a2e1b549a66d0d9e4437a5107cb51f4 | What is bradycardia? | If your doctor says you or a loved one has bradycardia, a resting heart beat that's less than 60 beats per minute, it's only part of the diagnosis. Your doctor will also want to figure out which type it is. She may talk to you about these kinds: sinus bradycardia, sick sinus syndrome, and heart block. What kind of treatment you get, if any, will depend on how mild or serious your case is, along with which kind you have. |
c6df8c696639253d03a879236439d7ec | How do dietitians combat cancer-related fatigue? | Make an appointment with a dietitian. A registered dietitian provides suggestions to work around any eating problems that may be interfering with proper nutrition (such as early feeling of fullness, swallowing difficulty, or taste changes). A dietitian can also suggest ways to maximize calories and include proteins in smaller amounts of food (such as powdered milk, instant breakfast drinks, other commercial supplements, or food additives). |
2f99c7e6e010daa9321399a74b8cb00f | How can someone being alert to the warning signs of fatigue combat cancer-related fatigue? | Be alert to the warning signs of fatigue. Fatigue warning signs may include tired eyes, tired legs, whole-body tiredness, stiff shoulders, decreased energy or a lack of energy, inability to concentrate, weakness or malaise, boredom or lack of motivation, sleepiness, increased irritability, nervousness, anxiety, or impatience. |
cab63822c2523931471c5dc6dce7eecf | How does meeting calorie needs combat cancer-related fatigue? | Cancer-related fatigue is often made worse if you are not eating or drinking enough or if you are not eating the right foods. Maintaining good nutrition can help you feel better and have more energy. The following are strategies to help improve nutritional intake: Meet your basic calorie needs. The estimated calorie needs for someone with cancer is 15 calories per pound of weight if your weight has been stable. Add 500 calories per day if you have lost weight. Example: A person who weighs 150 lbs. needs about 2250 calories per day to maintain his or her weight; active people need 20 calories per pound of weight to maintain their body weight. |
d5ec3e5a2d8b9e8a9f43c6d4f6657d79 | How does breathing evenly and wearing comfortable clothes combat cancer-related fatigue? | Beverages containing caffeine do NOT count. |
de3df4336fabfba5e6e9942c9bdc13f0 | How does immobility cause cancer-related fatigue? | Immobility can reduce endurance and decondition muscles. |
5e38a6d31c22c0797471e3e2379e2ef2 | How do vitamins combat cancer-related fatigue? | Take a vitamin supplement if you are not sure you are getting enough nutrients. A recommended supplement would be a multivitamin that provides at least 100% of the recommended daily allowances ( RDA) for most nutrients. Note: vitamin supplements do not provide calories, which are essential for energy production. So vitamins cannot substitute for adequate food intake. Also, some doctors are strict about vitamin intake during chemotherapy so be sure to discuss what vitamins should be taken. |
9700a74a19f19ef99a42a430d1c797ac | How does hypothyroidism cause cancer-related fatigue? | If the thyroid gland is under-active (hypothyroidism), metabolism may slow down so that the body does not burn food fast enough to provide adequate energy. This is a common condition in general, but may happen after radiation therapy to the lymph nodes in the neck or some targeted therapies. Symptoms include feeling cold and unexplained weight gain, in addition to severe fatigue. |
2efd50b1c03a4b584d3336bf756f60c6 | How does evaluating your energy level combat cancer-related fatigue? | Evaluate your energy level. Think of your personal energy stores as a "bank." Deposits and withdrawals have to be made over the course of the day or the week to balance energy conservation, restoration and expenditure. Keep a diary for one week to identify the time of day when you are either most fatigued or have the most energy. Note what you think may be contributing factors. |
f33adcb29647963c15b06f413654860a | How do hormonal changes cause cancer-related fatigue? | Pain. |
a35652ec968506a2cb0b64176e43c1a4 | How does anemia cause cancer-related fatigue? | Hemoglobin is a substance in the red blood cells that enables the blood to transport oxygen through the body. When the blood can't transport enough oxygen to the body, fatigue can result. |
046e7c52890bdfc031fd0465998b4364 | When should someone with cancer-related fatigue talk to their doctor? | Be sure to let your doctor or nurse know if you have: Increased shortness of breath with minimal exertion Uncontrolled pain Inability to control side effects from treatments (such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or loss of appetite) Uncontrollable anxiety or nervousness Ongoing depression |
6f0890717f8cadc14bc7cffbe528c669 | How does overworking yourself cause cancer-related fatigue? | When the blood can't transport enough oxygen to the body, fatigue can result. |
9e5d290e0a6fc4b4bb1d8b441306cdc1 | How does protein combat cancer-related fatigue? | Include protein in your diet. Protein rebuilds and repairs damaged (and normally aging) body tissue. The estimated protein needs are 0.5 to 0.6 grams of protein per pound of body weight. Example: A 150 lb. person needs 75 to 90 grams of protein per day; active people need 1-1.5 grams of protein per pound of body weight. The best sources of protein include foods from the dairy group (8 oz. milk = 8 grams protein) and meats (meat, fish, or poultry = 7 grams of protein per ounce). |
9899a14c160100efe0575ec2cc3241e5 | What are some other ways to combat cancer-related fatigue? | Plan ahead and organize your work. Change storage of items to reduce trips or reaching. Delegate tasks when needed. Combine activities and simplify details. Schedule times to rest. Balance periods of rest and work. Rest before you become fatigued. Remember that frequent, short rests are beneficial. Pace yourself. A moderate pace is better than rushing through activities. Alternate sitting and standing. |
c1e43cafb367ed85619a56efc03fc79a | How does limiting work combat cancer-related fatigue? | Limit work that requires reaching over your head. Use long-handled tools, store items lower and delegate activities. Limit work that increases muscle tension (isometric work). |
59c6af26923f219efd00d57364336f98 | How can friction cause blisters? | You can get blisters when something rubs against your skin, like a tool handle or a new pair of shoes. Unlike corns and calluses, which show up after rubbing that's gone on for a long time, friction blisters come from brief, intense contact on a small area. |
517909063d85faa4e3ef781467eb6ae2 | What is a blister? | Whether your shoes are too tight or you touched a hot stove, the result is all too familiar: a painful pocket of skin that's filled with fluid. A single blister like that is usually easy to treat at home, but if you see signs of infection, it's time to call your doctor. |
57eb021546cae7c4edee7955be77eb78 | How should I get help for my friend who has suicidal thoughts? | If you think your friend is in danger, stay with him or her if you can. Don'tleave a suicidal person alone. Call 911, take the person to an emergency room, or contact a crisis hotline like 1-800- SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273- TALK (1-800-273-8255). Get support from other friends and family members, even if your friend asks you not to. It's too serious to keep secret -- and you can't keep your friend safe all on your own. If your friend has been seeing a mental health professional (therapist, counselor, psychologist, social worker, or psychiatrist), call them and make them aware of the situation. |
d31b083187ca894b776f1791238083af | Can I use baking soda to style my hair? | Style your hair: Some people skip shampoo and use a mixture of baking soda and apple cider vinegar on their hair. Over time this will make a bad hair day worse. Like your scalp, your hair is naturally acidic. Baking soda might shine your locks up at first, but over time it'll cause frizz, tangles, and breaks. |
f4c11921cccfd04e5da9ce849843f2f1 | How can baking soda treat insect bites and stings? | Treat insect bites and stings: While it isn't good for everyday use on your skin, it can soothe the redness, itching, and stinging that are signs of a mild reaction to an insect bite. Many over-the-counter creams contain baking soda. You can also make your own paste of one part baking soda to three parts water. This also works for poison ivy and rashes. |
4cec04901f5518c3859fbbd54878757c | How can I use baking soda to keep my mouth healthy? | Keep your mouth healthy: Brushing your teeth with toothpaste that has baking soda can hold off tooth decay and keep your gums and mouth in good shape. A half-teaspoon of baking soda mixed in a glass of water can also freshen your breath. |
db00a80bc0e958625f46838cfe8d20c7 | How can I use baking soda to help chemotherapy work? | Help chemotherapy work: While no scientific studies have found that baking soda cures cancer, research does show that it can help some cancer treatments work better. Some chemotherapy drugs need alkaline conditions. Others become more toxic in an acid environment. That's why some doctors suggest using some form of sodium bicarbonate for best treatment results. Your oncologist can tell you if your drugs will get a boost from baking soda. Mouth and throat changes are common chemo side effects. If this happens to you, rinse your mouth three times daily with a mixture of 1 cup warm water, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/8 teaspoon salt, followed by a rinse with plain water. |
1f313b51b4cafd798e5288842be9db8f | How can I use baking soda to control odors? | Control odors: Most bad smells come from either strong acids (think sour milk) or bases (like spoiled fish). When you add baking soda and change the p H balance, the odors in your fridge or your carpet come into a neutral state. Try it for yourself. |
f9dca7e56ed978a560f1e0261db1a53f | Can I use baking soda boost my athletic performance? | Boost athletic performance: You might hear about runners drinking a large amount of baking soda before a race or meet. This is called soda loading, and it can make you sick if you get too much too often. |
f80cb5967318c763b3fc59edceac6a02 | How can I use baking soda to calm indigestion? | You can use it to: Calm indigestion: Add 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda to a glass of water to zap acid in your stomach. But acid doesn't cause all kinds of indigestion, so if your symptoms don't improve after 2 weeks, call your doctor. Don't take baking soda within 2 hours of other medications. When the baking soda lowers stomach acid, it can slow the rate at which your body absorbs some medicines and change the way others work. Don't give it to a child under 6 unless your pediatrician tells you to. |
5e5edc945395512e3451b953f432ca84 | What is the treatment for an enlarged liver (hepatomegaly)? | How you get treated for your enlarged liver depends on what's causing it. For example, if drinking too much alcohol is the source of the problem, you need to stop to avoid damage. Talk to your doctor to get advice on quitting. If you have an underlying disease, medication or other types of treatments may help. |
547814607562a37fced8fd4f8a152670 | What causes abnormal growths relative to an enlarged liver (hepatomegaly)? | This could be from: Obesity An infection (such as hepatitis B or hep C) Some medications or alcohol Toxins Autoimmune disease (your body's immune system attacks healthy tissue) Metabolic syndrome (a group of risk factors for heart disease that includes high blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels, and belly fat) Genetic disorders that cause fat, protein, or other substances to build up Abnormal growths may cause an enlarged liver. These may be due to: Cysts Tumors that start in or spread to the liver A problem with blood flow. |
af03ace9ca3953d738bdbf2504822f1a | What are the symptoms of an enlarged liver (hepatomegaly)? | Most of the time, if you have a slightly enlarged liver, you won't notice any symptoms. If it's severely swollen, though, you may have: A feeling of fullness Discomfort in your belly Depending on the cause of your enlarged liver, you may notice symptoms like: Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice) Fatigue and weakness Nausea Weight loss Your doctor will do a physical exam to see if your liver is larger than it should be. |
8ccd5f770a3c8d32887f1c72be98bdd6 | What should I know about an enlarged liver (hepatomegaly)? | !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(); }); } If your doctor tells you that you've got an enlarged liver, it means it's swollen beyond its normal size. There's usually another condition that's causing it, such as hepatitis. You have a lot of treatment choices, but you first need to find out the source of the problem. Getting treated is important. Your liver has a lot of big jobs to do. Just to name a few key ones, it helps clean your blood by getting rid of harmful chemicals that your body makes. It makes a liquid called bile, which helps you break down fat from food. And it also stores sugar, called glucose, which gives you a quick back-up energy boost when you need it. Depending on what's causing your liver to swell, you could end up with long-term damage if you don't get treated. |
367d1f1c687de3ff51015b8e3c6bccea | What is masturbation? | !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(); }); } Masturbation is the self-stimulation of the genitals to achieve sexual arousal and pleasure, usually to the point of orgasm (sexual climax). It is commonly done by touching, stroking, or massaging the penis or clitoris until an orgasm is achieved. Some women also use stimulation of the vagina to masturbate or use "sex toys," such as a vibrator. |
fb407380c10bd64d80427ccca26442c0 | Is masturbation normal? | Masturbation is only considered a problem when it inhibits sexual activity with a partner, is done in public, or causes significant distress to the person. It may cause distress if it is done compulsively or interferes with daily life and activities. |
5d8c345d09ba04b51bde18de6efd8002 | Is masturbation harmful? | In general, the medical community considers masturbation to be a natural and harmless expression of sexuality for both men and women. It does not cause any physical injury or harm to the body, and can be performed in moderation throughout a person's lifetime as a part of normal sexual behavior. |
b66aa1631eac7bba72aeaf3da32e9a1e | How are chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and left-sided heart failure linked? | It's not directly related to COPD. But the two conditions may influence each other. For example, low oxygen in the blood from COPD may put extra strain on your heart, which worsens left-sided heart failure. And too much fluid in your lungs from heart failure can make breathing even harder if you have COPD. |
288f33fc01e52c6fe274ea7244fc757b | How can you tell if it is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or heart failure that is causing breathing problems? | Your doctor may give you: Physical examination: Listening to your lungs and heart, and looking at the veins in your neck, can help your doctor tell the difference between COPD and heart failure. Chest X-ray: Heart failure may cause fluid in your lungs to be visible on a chest X-ray. With COPD, your lungs are usually clear or may look like they're over-inflated. Brain natriuretic peptide ( BNP) test: This hormone is usually at high levels in your blood if you have heart failure, whether or not you also have COPD. Pulmonary function tests: Doctors can use breathing tests to diagnose COPD. Echocardiogram: An ultrasound test of your heart that can evaluate the heart chambers, valves, and pumping strength. Cardiac enzymes: This blood test can help diagnose a heart attack or too much strain on your heart. Every case is different. Some people have severe COPD and only mild heart failure. Others have severe heart failure and only mild COPD. In these cases, the more severe condition is more likely to be the cause of breathing symptoms. If COPD and heart failure are equally severe, doctors must make their best guess as to which condition is causing your symptoms. To make things even more complicated, COPD and heart failure can at times act up at the same time. For example, if you have worsening heart failure symptoms that cause rapid breathing, this can make COPD symptoms worse, as well. If your doctor can't tell which condition causes your shortness of breath, he'll probably treat both together. |
f97df95a5038b8bbfe2938dd8e9593d9 | What are drugs associated with alcohol interactions? | Left-sided heart failure is most often caused by high blood pressure or coronary artery disease. |
28a5fc5f3ed384fb137e5139c9df579d | What are treatments for severe shortness of breath from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or heart failure? | If your doctor can't tell which condition causes your shortness of breath, he'll probably treat both together. Treatments for COPD focus on your lungs and your airways, the branching network of tubes inside the lungs. The main treatments for COPD are bronchodilators, which are inhaled medicines that help open the airways. Heart failure treatments curb the workload on your heart and help prevent unhealthy growth of heart muscle. Several types of medicines do this. If you have severe shortness of breath from COPD and heart failure, you may get other treatments, as well: Corticosteroids, such as prednisone or methylprednisolone ( Solu- Medrol), which can improve breathing in people with COPD Antibiotics if any bacterial infection may be part of the problem Supplemental oxygen Non-invasive positive pressure ventilation, a form of machine-assisted breathing Mechanical ventilation, or temporary life support, through a breathing tube IV medicines to ease heart strain And, if you have either condition and smoke, quitting should be a top priority for your health. If you have both COPD and heart failure, a team of doctors will probably treat you, including a primary care physician, a cardiologist, and a pulmonologist, who is a doctor specializing in lung conditions. |
d4cdb255adf99d78c8c74fdf99e8e107 | Mixing alcohol and medications can increase the risk of what complications? | If you have severe shortness of breath from COPD and heart failure, you may get other treatments, as well: Corticosteroids, such as prednisone or methylprednisolone ( Solu- Medrol), which can improve breathing in people with COPD Antibiotics if any bacterial infection may be part of the problem Supplemental oxygen Non-invasive positive pressure ventilation, a form of machine-assisted breathing Mechanical ventilation, or temporary life support, through a breathing tube IV medicines to ease heart strain And, if you have either condition and smoke, quitting should be a top priority for your health. |
8921e91193f74341036f34b3d923cfd5 | Can bisphosphonates help strengthen the bones of people with advanced prostate cancer? | Bisphosphonates to Strengthen Bones These drugs help reduce or delay problems such as fractures caused by bone metastases in prostate cancer. |
1100fe304d081bd493db897a82ce5a58 | Can radiation therapy help treat bone pain in people with advanced prostate cancer? | Radiation Therapy for Bone Pain Radiation is given to reduce bone pain in advanced prostate cancer. External beam radiation therapy: Radiation using a high-energy X-ray machine that directs radiation to the painful bones Radioisotopes: Radiation therapy delivered through an injection that targets and attacks the area of bone containing cancer. Strontium 89 is a commonly used radioisotope. Radium 223 ( Xofigo) is a radioisotope used to treat metastatic prostate cancer, which improves pain and prolongs survival. |
9015e4b1339550b40f92ad8d75171cbe | Can treatment for advanced prostate cancer cause infertility? | Most treatments for prostate cancer cause infertility. Several techniques can help preserve fertility, but they must be done before cancer treatment has been initiated. If you want to preserve your fertility, tell your doctor before undergoing any treatment for prostate cancer. |
b7c0cc686d8e8a65f0e7245977bdebde | What side effects could I have from calcium channel blockers for heart failure? | Side effects of calcium channel blockers include: Drowsiness Increased appetite Swelling Contact your doctor if these side effects are persistent or severe. |
167e7e2608f23161e548a71b0c7bc7f8 | How do calcium channel blockers treat heart failure? | As a result, calcium channel blockers relax blood vessels and increase the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart, while reducing its workload. Calcium channel blockers may be used to treat heart failure caused by high blood pressure when other medications to lower blood pressure do not work. |
1ea9e9544cb2fabb571b3ef1ad88dee3 | When should you call the doctor about the side effects of taking calcium channel blockers for heart failure? | Weight gain Breathing difficulty Coughing or wheezing Irregular or slow heartbeat Skin rash When taking calcium channel blockers: Ask your doctor if you need to avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while taking your calcium channel blocker. |
f4e1575621696ae3b7c9215f45b2a83e | How should I take calcium channel blockers? | Calcium channel blockers include: Norvasc Plendil Cardizem Covera Isoptin Calcium channel blockers should be taken with food or milk. Follow the medication label directions. The number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and how long you need to take it will depend on the type of medication prescribed and on your condition. |
347bb185d6a0b0bd07555820c3b02181 | What are examples of calcium channel blockers? | Calcium channel blockers include: Norvasc Plendil Cardizem Covera Isoptin Calcium channel blockers should be taken with food or milk. |
4b5638a1d8f7876e2600404481d08aac | When should you call your doctor right away about side effects of calcium channel blockers? | If you have any of the following side effects, contact your doctor right away. Weight gain Breathing difficulty Coughing or wheezing Irregular or slow heartbeat Skin rash When taking calcium channel blockers: Ask your doctor if you need to avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while taking your calcium channel blocker. |
cb4f7c6293eae1857a68367205697a86 | How should I take calcium channel blockers for heart failure? | Calcium channel blockers include: Norvasc Plendil Cardizem Covera Isoptin Calcium channel blockers should be taken with food or milk. Follow the medication label directions. The number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and how long you need to take it will depend on the type of medication prescribed and on your condition. |
689bc0a61112b30499cd0c9df1f4a24b | What are other guidelines for taking calcium channel blockers for heart failure? | While taking calcium channel blockers, have your blood pressure checked regularly, as advised by your doctor. Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory so that your response to the drug can be monitored. While taking this medication, your doctor may tell you to take and record your pulse daily. Your provider will tell you how rapid your pulse should be. If your pulse is slower than advised, contact your doctor about taking your calcium channel blocker that day. |
cc5ac926124c151ca3f5f5734ae2ca93 | Who is commonly affected by myasthenia gravis? | Though anyone can develop myasthenia gravis, those most likely to do so are women between age 20 and 40 or men between age 50 and 70. If a woman with myasthenia gravis gives birth, the baby may have some temporary, and potentially life-threatening, muscle weakness (neonatal myasthenia) because of antibodies that have transferred from the mother's bloodstream. Typically, during the baby's first weeks of life, the antibodies are cleared from the baby's circulation and the baby develops normal muscle tone and strength. |
1b2098f2a72ea217c17a5a3a0d9fe977 | What are the first symptoms of myasthenia gravis? | The disease most commonly affects muscles that control eye and eyelid movement, so the first symptoms you notice may be eyelid drooping and/or blurred or doubled vision. The majority will go on to develop weakness in other muscle groups within one or two years. |
d8dd1ba753121eea258fb32ab7568778 | What percentage of people with myasthenia gravis patients have thymoma? | Although most thymomas are benign (not cancerous), the thymus is usually removed (thymectomy) to prevent the potential spread of cancer. In fact, thymectomy seems to improve symptoms of myasthenia gravis in some patients, even if no tumor is present. |
7134c7e8c7a1c879005b1d9fb0cf36c4 | is myasthenia gravis an autoimmune disorder? | Myasthenia gravis is considered to be an autoimmune disorder. In an autoimmune disease, some of the body's antibodies (special proteins in your body that are supposed to be programmed to fight foreign invaders such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi) mistake a part of your own body as foreign, resulting in its destruction. In the case of myasthenia gravis, antibodies block, attack or destroy the acetylcholine receptors needed for muscle contraction. |
d43eda61bdf4654cc45c2953be186096 | Should you drink coffee for liver health? | And coffee may not be for everyone. Even though it might help your liver, it may raise your chances of other conditions. |
9874bb994bd860737db1c6998181c5b9 | Who is more likely to be affected by some chemicals in coffee that may raise cholesterol level or blood pressure? | For example, some chemicals in it may raise your cholesterol level or blood pressure. That could be a caution sign for: People with high blood pressure Children and teens Older adults No matter how good coffee might be for you, the key to taking care of your liver is still your lifestyle. |
33dae21e0bb392fa5de90357e2cbc88a | Iâm trying to watch my portion sizes. Whatâs the best way to do that at restaurants? | At restaurants: Ask for half or smaller portions. Eyeball your appropriate portion, set the rest aside, and ask for a doggie bag right away. If you have dessert, share. |
8dd3efa0048e8f2a7309bfed27677bf0 | Iâm trying to watch my portion sizes. Whatâs the best way to do that at the supermarket? | At the supermarket: Beware of mini-sized snacks -- small crackers, cookies, and pretzels. Most people end up eating more than they realize, and the calories add up. Choose foods packaged in individual serving sizes. If you like to eat ice cream out of the carton, pick up ice cream sandwiches or other individual-size servings. |
8991754c59efc8d895ac57d062e489a0 | Iâm trying to watch my portion sizes. Whatâs the best way to do that at home? | At home: Use smaller dishes at meals. Serve food in the right portion amounts, and don't go back for seconds. Put away any leftovers in separate, portion-controlled amounts. Consider freezing the portions you likely won't eat for a while. Never eat out of the bag or carton. Don't keep platters of food on the table; you are more likely to "pick" at it or have a second serving without realizing it. |
9c5e3e7918f552c9b5a61ab9dd14d2b0 | Whatâs the best way to find out what a serving size looks like? | The best way to determine the amount of food in a serving is to look at the Nutrition Facts label and measure it. For example, fill a measuring cup with the proper-sized portion of vegetables, rice, etc. and then empty it onto a plate. That will help you learn what these serving sizes look like. |
76e87802b696ed1a690131f47c6684ea | How long does an organ transplant surgery take? | It depends on what organ you're getting, along with many other things. For example, you may spend less time in the operating room if you've already had surgery on that organ or a previous transplant. Transplant surgery times differ a lot. A few examples include: Liver, 5 to 8 hours Kidney, 4 to 5 hours Pancreas, 2 to 4 hours Both kidney and pancreas, 5 to 7 hours Your surgeon can give you a better estimate, taking into account your specific circumstances. |
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