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546b1e7ee3416eea40ef47689de28355 | What is a fluorescein angiogram? | This lets the doctor see how well blood moves in your retina. It helps diagnose diabetic retinopathy, retina detachment, and macular degeneration. The doctor will inject a special dye, called fluorescein, into a vein in your arm. It travels quickly to blood vessels inside your eye. Once it gets there, the doctor uses a camera with special filters to highlight the dye. He takes pictures of the dye as it goes though the blood vessels in the back of your eye. This helps him spot circulation problems, swelling, leaking, or abnormal blood vessels. |
eeefbe1d2690a5aec65f67ec58b712ec | What is a non-contact tonometry eye exam? | This test helps diagnose glaucoma. The doctor will use a tool called a tonometer that blows a tiny puff of air, measuring eye pressure indirectly by the eye's resistance to the puff. Applanation instruments can also measure pressure. They are the most accurate, but you'll need local anesthetic. |
d134a6389f83be9872486975db596e0a | What is a slit-lamp exam? | The doctor uses this microscope to shine a beam of light shaped like a small slit on your eye. He may also dilate your pupils during the test. It can help diagnose cataracts, glaucoma, detached retina, macular degeneration, cornea injuries, and dry eye disease. |
e175eef86246adc201d33c85c48aec32 | What is a dilated pupillary exam? | The doctor uses special drops to expand your eye's pupil (he'll call this dilate). That lets him check your retina for signs of disease. |
cc25fb7874daed4364c9295425b9fff1 | What is a retinal tomography? | This computerized test maps the curve of your cornea. It can show problems with your eye's surface, like swelling or scarring, or conditions such as astigmatism. You might have it before you have surgery, a cornea transplant, or a contact lens fitting. |
7b27817c2e7c62f99d860d639a524886 | What is a fluorescein angiogram? | This lets the doctor see how well blood moves in your retina. It helps diagnose diabetic retinopathy, retina detachment, and macular degeneration. The doctor will inject a special dye, called fluorescein, into a vein in your arm. It travels quickly to blood vessels inside your eye. Once it gets there, the doctor uses a camera with special filters to highlight the dye. He takes pictures of the dye as it goes though the blood vessels in the back of your eye. This helps him spot circulation problems, swelling, leaking, or abnormal blood vessels. |
6ed0e9926a5c390a50ccaaecdcd4de04 | How many men get osteoporosis? | But men still make up 20% of all cases. That means about 2 million men in the United States have osteoporosis right now. More than 43 million men and women have osteopenia, a condition where your bones thin. It can lead to osteoporosis if not properly treated. |
927e6dd91d066992f114e3911a4bb877 | What are some long-acting bronchodilator asthma inhalers available in the United States? | Advair, Dulera, and Symbicort (a combination of a long-acting beta-agonist bronchodilator and an inhaled steroid) Salmeterol ( Serevent) Formoterol ( Foradil) Formoterol solution for nebulizers ( Perforomist) Long-acting beta-agonist bronchodilators raise the risk of death from asthma and should only be used as additional treatment for people who are using an inhaled steroid. |
68a76e95d219bcbc47cdcc2591286376 | What is a bronchodilator? | Almost all people with asthma use a bronchodilator to help open their airways. Short-acting bronchodilators are used as a "quick relief" or "rescue inhalers", while long-acting bronchodilators can be used every day to control asthma -- along with an inhaled steroid. |
bd36b7d5c50c5d810290dd50b4508f91 | What are the risks of using long-acting bronchodilator asthma inhalers? | Advair, Dulera, and Symbicort (a combination of a long-acting beta-agonist bronchodilator and an inhaled steroid) Salmeterol ( Serevent) Formoterol ( Foradil) Formoterol solution for nebulizers ( Perforomist) Long-acting beta-agonist bronchodilators raise the risk of death from asthma and should only be used as additional treatment for people who are using an inhaled steroid. For details, talk to your doctor and see the drugs' black-box warning. |
3fbd5962857f5dc643ad28e39729da13 | What should I keep in mind when using bronchodilators? | And keep in mind that not only is smoking and exposure to cigarette smoke especially dangerous when you have asthma, it can also interfere with how your body responds to the medication. So it's best to avoid smoke and cigarette smoking. |
76ee7e2e336027cb13d25fa88e8a51a4 | What are the side effects of using theophylline as a bronchodilator? | Side effects of theophylline include: Nausea and vomiting Diarrhea Stomachache Headache Rapid or irregular heartbeat Muscle cramps Jittery or nervous feeling Hyperactivity These side effects may also be a sign that you've taken too much medication. Your doctor will check levels of the drug in your blood to make sure you're getting the proper amount. |
4642abcd37b09e61a280bb5d10be9cf2 | How do anticholinergic bronchodilators work? | Bronchodilators can have side effects such as: Nervous or shaky feeling Higher heart rate or palpitations Upset stomach Trouble sleeping Muscle aches or cramps Anticholinergics are bronchodilators mainly used for treating COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, like emphysema) and asthma. Atrovent treats COPD and can be used off-label to treat asthma flares. You can get it as an inhaler and a nebulizer solution. Dry throat is the most common side effect. If the medication gets in your eyes, it can cause blurred vision for a short time. Tiotropium bromide ( Spiriva Respimat) is for people who have either asthma or COPD. It comes in an inhaler. Anyone over 6 can may use this medication once daily as a long-term asthma treatment. It's used for COPD flares and long-term treatment if inhaled bronchodilators don't help. |
a8b5d10122e45225dd014606f24d0364 | What are the types of bronchodilators for asthma? | For treating asthma symptoms, there are three types of bronchodilators: beta-agonists, anticholinergics, and theophylline. You can get these bronchodilators as tablets, liquids, and shots, but the preferred way to take beta-agonists and anticholinergics is inhaling them. |
ff67ec8c6050062fd127098cdb0c9b35 | What are the risks of using theophylline as a bronchodilator? | Always tell your doctors if you take theophylline for asthma because certain medications, like some antibiotics, seizure medicines, and ulcer medicines, can interact with it. Make sure your doctor knows about any other medical conditions you may have. |
fab3790bc454e00ee9787f6da269a133 | What causes myofascial pain syndrome (MPS)? | Myofascial pain may develop from a muscle injury or from excessive strain on a particular muscle or muscle group, ligament or tendon. Other causes include: Injury to muscle fibers Repetitive motions Lack of activity (such as having a broken arm in a sling) Myofascial pain symptoms usually involve muscle pain with specific "trigger" or "tender" points. |
ccf5fd01cfddbb48bb2ea213508fa320 | How is myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) treated? | Medications for sleep, depression or muscle spasm are sometimes used, as well. Non-drug treatments may include: Physical therapy " Stretch and spray" technique: This treatment involves spraying the muscle and trigger point with a coolant and then slowly stretching the muscle. Massage therapy Trigger point injection In some chronic cases of myofascial pain, combinations of physical therapy, trigger point injections, and massage are needed. |
b09bc8512aa404263d6cb0853a67877b | Are nasal steroid sprays dangerous? | Nasal steroid sprays are not the anabolic steroids some athletes take to bulk up their muscles. Rather, they are corticosteroids, which are man-made drugs that are nearly the same as a chemical, called cortisol, that your body makes naturally. They are some of the most effective medicines for treating allergy symptoms and often recommended first. You spray these steroids directly in your nose. So, most allergy experts feel there is little if any chance of serious side effects on other parts of your body. Mild side effects are rare, but irritation, headache, and a bloody nose can happen. |
e79f95e1d1ecc8e691d91e550d50fa3b | What does the treatment for psoriatic arthritis depend on? | Medications can often help manage psoriatic arthritis, but when they don't, surgery might be an option. Your treatment will depend on how severe your condition is. You may need to try more than one thing before you and your doctor find what works. |
05e8e1abfee5a9914435503cf20380fe | When is surgery needed to treat psoriatic arthritis? | Most people with psoriatic arthritis will never need surgery. But when nothing else has worked, surgery can relieve pain, help an affected joint work, and allow you to move more. A procedure called synovectomy removes the diseased lining of a joint. If the damage is very bad, you may need surgery to replace your joint, called arthroplasty. When a joint can't easily be replaced, joint fusion might make it stronger, more stable, and less painful. |
78f2da9491ae1e2a114074347b7a7b56 | How soon can you leave the hospital after coronary artery bypass surgery? | You may be able to leave the hospital after 4 or 5 days. But this will depend on how fast you recover and whether you have any other problems. |
434172d1aa1df2443ebb001155cd5f78 | How can you prepare for coronary artery bypass surgery? | Your doctor will also let you know if you need to make any changes to your diet or lifestyle before the surgery and make any changes to medicines you take. Also tell your doctor about any vitamins and supplements you take, even if they are natural, in case they could affect your risk of bleeding. You'll also need to make plans for recovery after your surgery. |
4e4a0210834c1f1e076e43a7cc2a5bb3 | How soon can you start walking after coronary artery bypass surgery? | After the surgery, you will need to spend a day or two in the intensive care unit so doctors can make sure your heart and breathing are fine. |
4f7a8a90f2525bd5df2f3d5dd0ee0bd3 | What are the risks of coronary artery bypass surgery? | Every surgery comes with risks, and coronary artery bypass surgery is no different. Some of those include: Blood clots that can increase your chances of having a stroke, heart attack, or lung problems Bleeding too much Infection Abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) Pneumonia Problems breathing Fever and pain Kidney failure Memory loss and trouble thinking clearly Many things affect these risks, including your age, how many bypasses you get, and any other medical conditions you may have. |
d4855dd6bb422a72a9b2f46b83854c20 | How soon can you get back to work after coronary artery bypass surgery? | If you work at a desk job and you don't have any complications from the surgery, you can probably go back to work 4 to 6 weeks after your surgery. If your job involves more physical activity, you may need extra recovery time at home. It will likely take about 2 to 3 months for you to completely heal. |
7e088cd67cb19d97929cfb2ccdd8df55 | Why do you need coronary artery bypass surgery? | Your coronary arteries supply your heart muscle with blood. If they have too much plaque built up in them, it can narrow or even block your blood from passing through. If your heart can't get enough blood or oxygen, you can have a heart attack. If your coronary arteries are dangerously blocked, your doctor may recommend an operation to get around, or âbypassâ the blockage. It's like taking an alternate route when your usual ride home is clogged up by traffic. The operation builds that bypass. |
b670ac67822c593cc2a56f695de0b0d4 | What is Hatha yoga like? | Hatha Yoga What it's like: Gentle " Hatha yoga" originally meant the physical practice of yoga; the poses rather than the breathing exercises. The term now is often used when a few different yoga styles are combined to create a simple class that's good for beginners learning to do basic poses. |
28ea71e8362c589efbac97d13f0520b9 | How do I get the most benefit out of yoga? | To get the most benefit, you should choose a yoga style that matches your current fitness level, as well as your personality and goals for practicing yoga Try different classes and teachers, and see what works for you. |
dc5d3ca79192c31392de2be5c7da1758 | What is Ashtanga yoga like? | Ashtanga Yoga What it's like: Challenging You do a nonstop series of yoga poses. Ashtanga yoga also uses a special breathing technique that's said to help focus the mind and control the flow of breath through the body. |
b515784613333198b0a961a7966cb7cc | What causes yeast infections in men? | Candida albicans is a common fungus. You've probably got a small amount living in your mouth, digestive tract, or on moist parts of your skin. Women often have some in their vagina. Most of the time, Candida doesn't cause any problems. But if too much of it grows in one place, you get a yeast infection. You could get this inside your mouth (doctors call this oral thrush) or as a skin infection. Men can also get a yeast infection on the tip of their penis. This leads to an inflammation called balanitis. It's more common in men who aren't circumcised and have a foreskin that's still intact. |
2e2792fa6c61e29ebe2bcfbd8dffbc14 | How are yeast infections in men diagnosed? | Since many sexually transmitted infections ( STIs) share some of the symptoms of a yeast infection, you shouldn't try to diagnose yourself. See your doctor. He'll ask about your symptoms and examine your penis. |
0188385fabc84548af248f1ac2955331 | Can yeast infections in men cause complications? | If your immune system is weak, there's a chance that the fungus can spread into your bloodstream. This is a serious condition called invasive candidiasis. The odds are higher when you: Have HIV Have diabetes Are having chemotherapy or radiation Need dialysis Are taking immunosuppressants (drugs that quiet your immune system) Have a central venous catheter (a tube in your chest that's used to give you medicine) A high fever, chills, upset stomach, and headache are all signs that your yeast infection may have spread. If you notice these symptoms, call your doctor right away. |
e7ab905984d05b72b0b5900a52fb1268 | Does Avastin (bevacizumab) cure colon cancer? | But Avastin makes chemotherapy work better. A: Avastin is approved for the treatment of cancer of the colon or rectum that has spread to other parts of the body. It must be given along with chemotherapy that includes a drug called 5-fluorouracil (5- FU) or capecitabine ( Xeloda). |
37f41e684e17f35cd7329358460f6985 | Does a person taking Avastin (bevacizumab) still need chemotherapy? | A: Avastin doesn't work all by itself. Chemotherapy is still needed. But Avastin makes chemotherapy work better. |
0815be17fd27da4199ab3318150d8ac3 | How can exercise help you recover from depression? | Many studies have established that regular physical activity can help you feel better when you are recovering from depression. The type of physical activity really doesn't matter. Just choose something that you enjoy. Start slowly, perhaps with walks around the neighborhood. Try exercising with a friend or relative, or sign up for a class. Sharing the activity with someone may help you stick to a new exercise regimen. |
aff6e283b72497cd1fe1feef63082902 | How can avoiding alcohol help you in recover from depression? | Avoid alcohol and drugs. Alcohol and many illicit drugs can contribute to depression and make it worse. In fact, substance abuse often goes hand in hand with depression. Alcohol and drugs may also affect how well antidepressants work. If you think you have a substance abuse problem, you need to get help now. Addiction or abuse can prevent you from fully recovering from your depression. |
a1c77d358b102ba6afa503e88af895c6 | If a child gets night terrors, how often do they happen? | In children younger than 3 ½ years, peak frequency of night terrors is at least one episode per week. Among older children, peak frequency of night terrors is one to two episodes per month. The doctor may want to do an evaluation to exclude other possible disorders that might cause night terrors. |
f4dfcfb43fe97993156eb2ec8d0415be | How can exercise help to manage psoriatic arthritis? | The best way to improve your symptoms is to get moving with gentle, low-impact exercises like walking, swimming, yoga, and tai chi. Movement can lessen pain and expand your range of motion. These activities may also help you relax, ease your stress, and sleep better. |
47ecbf084fc75cddf54e80e85bb7f869 | What is the hands-on treatment for psoriatic arthritis? | Massage may loosen up muscles, ease pain and stiffness, and help you relax your joints. Spas and clinics offer massages, or you could have a massage therapist come to your home. Acupuncture and acupressure may also ease your pain. In acupuncture, the therapist inserts tiny, thin needles into specific spots on your body related to your pain. An acupressure therapist presses firmly into your skin with fingers instead. Ask your doctor to help you find a good therapist. You should also tell them about your condition before you begin treatment. |
72ffabd38e92848ff3860eb2a25b47c2 | What should you do before starting exercises to manage psoriatic arthritis? | Before you start a new kind of exercise, talk to your doctor to make sure it's safe for you. To learn an exercise like yoga or tai chi, take a class where you can have someone check your form. Tell your teacher or trainer that you have psoriatic arthritis, so they don't let you do any moves that could hurt your joints. |
35e333905193aaeb323b86727011955c | What are natural remedies for psoriatic arthritis? | Herbs, supplements, and skin treatments that people commonly use for psoriatic arthritis and related psoriasis include: Aloe vera Apple cider vinegar Capsaicin from hot peppers Dead Sea salts Oats Oregon grape Tea tree oil Turmeric No medical studies prove that these will ease your symptoms, though. The Food and Drug Administration doesn't control these products, and they may not contain the ingredients listed on the package. Be careful, and talk to your doctor before taking any supplements. |
8256cfe79eda305d82e94a01188434cb | How can a healthy diet help with psoriatic arthritis? | Some people claim that certain diets, such as eating only gluten-free foods, will ease inflammation. Your symptoms may get better if you follow these diets, but there's no proof they work. Your best bet? Stay at a healthy weight. It helps ease your inflammation, joint pain, and fatigue. A nutritious diet is also a good idea to help you avoid heart disease. Having psoriatic arthritis makes it more likely that you'll get it. |
5b98f35e3c1e4dff433d8990fd4c6ab5 | What medications are used to treat sleepwalking? | Medications that may be useful include: Estazolam Clonazepam ( Klonopin) Trazodone ( Oleptro) Drugs can often be discontinued after several weeks without recurrence of sleepwalking. Occasionally, sleepwalking increases briefly after discontinuing the medication. Relaxation techniques, mental imagery, and anticipatory awakenings are the preferred treatment options for long-term treatment of people with a sleepwalking disorder. |
49e2822d06f2235fb847d3e7fc40a035 | What are tips to prevent sleepwalking? | There is no known way to absolutely prevent sleepwalking; however, certain steps can be taken to minimize one's risk. These include: Get adequate sleep. Limit stress. Meditate or do relaxation exercises. Avoid any kind of stimulation (auditory or visual) prior to bedtime. |
650fabdfa2ab3625269f9f0f37d76aad | What if I am dehydrated due to vomiting during chemotherapy? | Call your doctor if your vomiting is severe or comes back often so you can't keep anything down, or when you also have any of these symptoms: Dark urine Small amount of urine Rapid heart rate Headaches Dizziness when standing up Flushed, dry skin Coated tongue Irritability and confusion Before each treatment session, tell your health care team if you've been feeling queasy. |
905207fcf290b9c77692c67e7b5716b3 | Does cancer treatment still work if I am vomiting? | Also, your cancer drugs can't work if you've thrown them up. If vomiting continues, you may have to stop your cancer treatment temporarily. You may also need fluids through an IV to help your body reset its chemical balance and regain nutrients for energy. |
e09f8afc73dd7a62fdb9317b54b0db5a | When should I call a doctor about vomiting from chemotherapy? | Also, your cancer drugs can't work if you've thrown them up. If vomiting continues, you may have to stop your cancer treatment temporarily. You may also need fluids through an IV to help your body reset its chemical balance and regain nutrients for energy. Call your doctor if your vomiting is severe or comes back often so you can't keep anything down, or when you also have any of these symptoms: Dark urine Small amount of urine Rapid heart rate Headaches Dizziness when standing up Flushed, dry skin Coated tongue Irritability and confusion Before each treatment session, tell your health care team if you've been feeling queasy. |
f463290b7c103c92755864042ac79ba6 | Should I take drugs for nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy? | Different drugs work for different people, and you may need more than one drug to get relief. Be sure to tell your doctor or nurse if you feel very queasy, have been throwing up for more than a day, or if it's so bad that you can't keep liquids down. That could lead to dehydration, which can cause serious problems if not treated. |
b2b91c47ec6f72f57244aa7942bca61f | What are tips to prevent asthma when Iâm outdoors? | Try to avoid extreme temperature changes -- they are causes of asthma for some people with asthma. To protect yourself from insect stings, wear shoes, long pants and sleeves, and do not wear scented deodorants, perfumes, shampoos, or hair products. |
3cb6e5d9f470e74b8eb454c4e39e2839 | How can I prevent an allergic asthma reaction to insects? | Many homes and apartments have cockroaches and other insects. Some people with asthma are allergic to a protein in their droppings. To prevent an allergic asthma reaction, try the following steps to control insects in your home: Use roach baits or traps. Insect sprays can be used but should only be sprayed when no one is at home. Before you or your child returns home after spraying, make sure that your home has been aired out for a couple of hours. Because cockroaches survive in high-humid environments, fix water leaks in and around your home. Cover food in lid containers and clean dishes after eating and sweep floors after you have eaten. |
a738c8543d6fee40bcea82a935143019 | How can I prevent asthma from pet dander? | To prevent asthma symptoms when you have pet allergies, try the following suggestions: It is best not to own any pets if you or your child is highly allergic. Long visits to friends and family who own pets should be avoided. If you do visit, make sure you or your child takes asthma or allergy medicines before the visit. Exposure to the pets should be kept to a minimum when visiting. If you must have a cat or dog in the home, restrict its living area. It should not be allowed in your or your child's bedroom at any time. If possible, keep the pet outside. Wash your pet weekly. Remove as much carpeting as possible. |
84681e90a9dc355c7c75661c0be6fe35 | How can I prevent asthma while traveling? | For allergic asthma prevention when you travel, use the following suggestions: Pack your asthma drugs with you in your carry-on bag. Include an inhaler and antihistamines. Bring an extra bronchodilator and asthma inhaler in case you need them. Ask for a nonsmoking room. Remove feather pillows and ask for synthetic, nonallergenic pillows -- or bring your own plastic pillow cover from home. If possible, keep the vent on the room air conditioner shut. |
8d3c1b1d98c1f1fa47f75da223f9393f | How can I prevent allergic asthma while driving? | For allergic asthma prevention when driving in your car, try these tips: Keep windows closed and set the air conditioner to use recirculated air if you are allergic to pollen. Don't permit smoking in the car. |
d61835bc1a0fefbae43301dd6c179e4b | What causes colds? | It's an illness caused by a tiny, infectious thing called a virus. More than 200 types lead to your misery, but the most common one is the rhinovirus, which is thought to be responsible for at least 50% of colds. Other viruses that can cause colds include coronavirus, respiratory syncytial virus, influenza and parainfluenza. |
8aab10d062f42041ac59dff8c775c279 | What is "cold season" in the United States? | The reason may partly have to do with the opening of schools. Cold weather may also play a role because it leads you to spend more time indoors, where you're in closer contact with people who are contagious. Changes in humidity in different seasons may also affect how often people get sick. The most common cold viruses survive better outside the body. |
bc3facdfd011d9e51adce4a4ab2e1d25 | What are symptoms of a cold? | When a cold strikes, you may have symptoms like: Scratchy or sore throat Sneezing Stuffy nose Watery eyes Mucus draining from your nose into your throat More severe symptoms, such as high fever or muscle aches, may be a sign that you have the flu rather than a cold. |
589cfb1d50e5872811ae19c3b2a5269c | Can being cold or wet cause you to get sick? | One myth that needs to get busted: Getting chilly or wet doesn't cause you to get sick. But there are things that make you prone to come down with a cold. For example, you're more likely to catch one if you're extremely tired, under emotional distress, or have allergies with nose and throat symptoms. |
691c91365feceee120324f3e1206d213 | How can you catch the common cold? | You can catch it from another person who is infected with the virus. This can happen by direct physical contact with someone who has a cold, or by touching a surface contaminated with their germs -- like a computer keyboard, doorknob or spoon --- and then touching your nose or mouth. You can also catch it from infected droplets in the air released by a sneeze or a cough. |
bef2705e4e2b8d459ed7d22cc9b9bde4 | What are the signs of a cold? | !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(); }); } A runny nose, scratchy throat, and nonstop sneezing -- you can't miss the signs of a cold. |
10afff7d86bb02781ce7cef130b0e90e | When should I call the doctor about my cold? | Most colds last about 7 to 10 days, but if your symptoms linger, you may need to call the doctor. Sometimes, colds lead to an infection by bacteria in in your lungs, sinuses, or ears. If that happens, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics, which work against bacteria but not against viruses. |
53726cafda6a4b3114c2063a96d04d94 | Why do children get sick so often? | Children have about 5-7 colds per year. A big part of the reason: They spend time at school or in day care centers where they're in close contact with other kids most of the day. Also, kids aren't as conscientious about sneezing into the crook of their arm or frequent hand washing â not to mention keeping their hands to themselves. |
5034127c6f731ed12cd1a7aa55af5e80 | How common are colds in the United States? | The CDC says 22 million school days are lost each year in the U. S. because of them. Some estimates say that Americans have 1 billion colds a year. |
269229fd96543575a41fb502c2a0ceb4 | How long will I be in the hospital after knee or hip replacement surgery? | You'll leave the hospital about 3 days after your surgery. Your doctor may ask you to stay overnight for days or weeks at a rehab center before going home. Other folks go straight back home. If you go back to your own place after the hospital, you'll probably visit a clinic three times a week for physical therapy sessions that last about an hour each. |
86729578091cfa54e39479907785c960 | What are the first steps to rehab after a knee or hip replacement surgery? | As soon as a few hours after your surgery -- depending on your condition and your doctor's orders -- a physical therapist may get you up out of bed to practice using a walker or crutches. You'll also learn how to get in and out of a chair, and begin exercises that strengthen the muscles in your legs. You may also have a session with an occupational therapist, who will teach you simple ways to navigate your kitchen or put on your socks and shoes. |
ed8781f4eecb7c2f26ee4f339ed6934c | When am I most contagious when I have the flu? | Some experts believe you're most likely to spread the virus in the first t 3 to 4 days. That's because the more you cough and sneeze, the more droplets you shoot into the air and onto objects around you. |
c52a397cd020fb10c1623dbbf9a200fe | How long is the flu contagious? | Typically, you're contagious from 1 day before you have any symptoms. You stay that way for 5 to 7 days after you start feeling sick. Kids and people may be able to spread the virus for even longer, until all of their symptoms fade. |
511cf0ec81018c6c939f0b81ab97ec25 | Do flu medicines stop the flu from being contagious? | You can still make other people sick even if you're taking antiviral mediations that treat the flu. The CDC recommends four FDA-approved drugs to treat the flu: baloxavir marboxil ( Xofluza), oseltamivir ( Tamiflu), peramivir ( Rapivab), and zanamivir ( Relenza). These drugs could shorten the time that you're sick. |
bb8778daef0facccd7885db7b57901e0 | What are side effects of opioids? | Although opioids are excellent in controlling pain, they do have side effects. Among the most common are: Constipation . |
023a2c184d6aef979c92ac2dc43293f8 | What causes bone pain and how can it be treated? | There are many causes for bone pain in life-threatening illness, including cancer metastases to the bone and compression of bones in the spine from degenerative bone disease or damage from long-term use of steroids to treat a condition like lung disease. Using anti-inflammatory adjuvants -- even something as simple as ibuprofen, or something stronger such as a corticosteroid -- can lessen bone pain. |
d1aa9567d578dcd008c3631c573d4b2d | What causes nerve pain and how can it be alleviated during palliative care? | Nerve pain, or "neuropathic" pain occurs when one or more nerves is injured or damaged. It can develop as a result of long-term chemotherapy or cancer itself, trauma, or other medical disorders. AIDS, diabetes, and shingles are examples of diseases often associated with neuropathic pain. Tricyclic antidepressants and anti-seizure medications can each lessen nerve pain because they change the way pain sensations travel to the brain. |
57176852e78a59f8b1f52c3e77b47619 | What should you consider when choosing a treatment for prostate cancer? | When choosing a treatment, think about: The risks. Talk to your doctor about the pros and cons of each type of therapy. The side effects. Consider whether or not you're willing to deal with how the treatment might make you feel. Whether or not you need it. Not all men with prostate cancer need to be treated right away. Your age and overall health. For older men or those with other serious health conditions, treatment may be less appealing than watchful waiting. |
23fa0f399cde9b00526d72390d91a7e0 | How is immunotherapy used to treat prostate cancer? | This treatment works with your immune system to fight the disease. It's used to treat advanced prostate cancer. |
574d6515d171048e4c405631da008934 | How can immunotherapy help with treating prostate cancer? | This treatment works with your immune system to fight the disease. It's used to treat advanced prostate cancer. |
75b8bc774abdba59cb2b9232b105f278 | What are watchful waiting and active surveillance for prostate cancer? | How quickly the tumor is likely to grow Your age and how healthy you are Your personal preferences Your doctor might suggest waiting to see if your tumor will grow or spread before you treat it. Most prostate cancer grows slowly. Some doctors think it's better not to treat it unless it changes or causes symptoms. In watchful waiting, your doctor will closely track how the disease makes you feel. With active surveillance, you'll also get regular tests to check on the cancer. |
baa16376c48afb9727288cf0e318bbbc | How is bisphosphonate therapy used to treat prostate cancer? | If the disease reaches your bones, these drugs can ease pain and prevent fractures. |
78ceda541930ddd97dd736478aa8570b | How is active surveillance done to help with prostate cancer? | How quickly the tumor is likely to grow Your age and how healthy you are Your personal preferences Your doctor might suggest waiting to see if your tumor will grow or spread before you treat it. Most prostate cancer grows slowly. Some doctors think it's better not to treat it unless it changes or causes symptoms. In watchful waiting, your doctor will closely track how the disease makes you feel. With active surveillance, you'll also get regular tests to check on the cancer. |
09201c78d9fca46d626f9e66ca53a4ea | Why should you never discontinue any medication for depression without talking to your doctor? | You should never discontinue any medication without talking to your doctor about it first. Most antidepressants are gradually tapered off when a decision is made to stop them. If you abruptly stop taking some antidepressants, you could develop physical symptoms such as nausea, dizziness, headache, flu-like symptoms, or stomach upset (called a "discontinuation syndrome"). While symptoms from abrupt discontinuation generally pose no medical hazard, they can be uncomfortable and resolve once a medicine has been restarted. |
6349e5295b0714a3a4d1f65a15b61a6e | How risky are antidepressants in the treatment for depression in people with bipolar disorder? | In people with bipolar disorder, antidepressants have a small but significant risk for triggering manic or hypomanic symptoms, and antidepressants are usually not recommended without also taking a mood stabilizer. Antidepressants also may be less effective in people with bipolar than unipolar (major) depression, and their long-term value and safety are more controversial and less well-established in bipolar than unipolar depression. |
d3b199d9c67f33c126ad048e7ac5b0ae | How safe are antidepressant medications for children and teens? | The FDA has the manufacturers of all antidepressant drugs put a boxed warning that states that antidepressants have been shown to increase suicidal thinking and behavior in children and adolescents and should be used with caution. |
8322ded7ae7779d73e8705772af5ccc3 | When and how can you stop taking antidepressants? | When you and your doctor determine that you are better and have remained well without a relapse for at least several months, your doctor may gradually taper you off your medicines. Once you and your doctor have determined it is safe for you to stop taking your medicine altogether, you should continue to be monitored during periodic follow-up appointments (about every three months) to detect any signs of depression recurrence. |
721d2783e5be60e052ddbbdb59397344 | How does eating smart boost the immune system? | When you're on immunotherapy, eat a range of healthy foods. Fruits, vegetables, and protein are all important. The goal is to get different nutrients to support your immune system and your body's other systems. Even if you're not that hungry during treatment, try to have small amounts of foods you know are good for you. |
164131802630f35b39bea195214ce7f9 | How does sleeping well boost the immune system? | Aim for 7 hours of sleep a night. It isn't bad to get less sometimes, but if you don't get enough most nights, it could strain your system. That means you'll be more likely to get sick from colds, the flu, and more serious infections. You also won't be able to recover from them as well as a healthy person. |
21ecf5e069e91165e527b82fccdcbe0f | How does avoiding illness boost the immune system? | Other ways to ease stress include: Deep breathing Massage Meditation Reading Listening to music Talking to a mental health professional You want your immune system focused on fighting cancer, not stomach bugs or colds, so steer clear of crowded places where germs abound. But even your kitchen has surprising risks for a weak immune system. These tips can help protect you from bacteria there: Thoroughly wash your hands before and after food prep. Set the fridge temperature at or below 40 F. Put a dish under thawing meat, fish, or poultry to catch drips. Wash fruits and veggies before you peel or cut them. Don't eat raw sprouts. Rinse packaged salads and similar items, even those labeled âprewashed." |
8fb9ce2b7b098fa9182387a65c523f34 | How is an ankle fracture diagnosed? | What your doctor recommends depends on the type of break you have and how severe it is. He'll look at X-rays or other scans to figure out the best approach. |
0569ed172bfccc9c68ecafb5c2cf35ba | How often should men do Kegel exercises? | It may also be easier to contract the muscles for just two or three seconds at first. After a few weeks, increase the time until eventually you're contracting the muscles for a slow five or 10 seconds, and do the exercises standing up. |
8e81b3c35a9e707048b97f035c5be877 | When should I see results from Kegel exercises? | If you do Kegels three times a day, you should see better bladder control in three to six weeks -- some men see it even sooner. Try keeping a record of your urine leakage each day to help you notice improvements. If you don't see any change in a month, you may not have located the right muscles for Kegel exercises. Give your doctor or urologist a call. |
eaad9d2d846d55d4ab95b374482e7b65 | How can men find their Kegel muscles? | One of the easiest ways to locate your muscles is during urination. Here's how: Halfway through urination, try to stop or slow down the flow of urine. Don't tense the muscles in your buttocks, legs, or abdomen, and don't hold your breath. When you can slow or stop the flow of urine, you've successfully located these muscles. Some men find these muscles by imagining that they are trying to stop the passage of gas. Squeezing these muscles gives a pulling sensation; these are the right muscles for pelvic exercises. It's important not to contract other muscles. |
40ae82dd4fcb60cc85a7f1a83094a5db | What are Kegel exercises for men? | Kegels are exercises that help you zero in on and strengthen muscles below the bladder that help control urination. In men, urinary incontinence can be caused by a weak urinary sphincter that may result from surgery for prostate cancer, an overactive bladder, or a bladder that doesn't contract. Kegel exercises can help you improve -- or in some cases completely regain -- bladder control. |
8a1d55eda1f3eac1230d3c7eb2bd506a | What will the surgeon consider before doing the nose job? | The surgeon will evaluate the structures of your nose and other facial features. After this evaluation, he or she can tell you if your expectations are realistic. The surgeon will also consider your overall health and should discuss with you the risks, recovery time, and costs involved. |
2664ff4c593efb01ba21e1274914bf1a | What happens when you have a nose job? | A nose job is usually done as an outpatient procedure, meaning there is no overnight stay. You'll get general or local anesthesia. With general anesthesia, you'll sleep through the operation. With local anesthesia, you will be sedated and your nose will be numbed so you are relaxed and unable to feel the pain. During an operation, the surgeon makes cuts within the nostrils. In more difficult cases, the surgeon may also make cuts across the base of the nose. The surgeon then reshapes the inner bone and cartilage to produce a more pleasing appearance. |
d70b757a6ba6d6ab69540868ef489b9b | How do surgeon do the nose jobs? | The surgeon will evaluate the structures of your nose and other facial features. After this evaluation, he or she can tell you if your expectations are realistic. |
148a4db887845d1e14923c265dac98ae | What happens after nose job surgery? | After a nose job, people usually wear a nasal splint for the first week. You can expect swelling and some bruising around the eyes after surgery that will begin to improve after the third day. It can, though, last up to two weeks. Expect your nose to have a little swelling, which probably only you and your surgeon will notice. This will go away over the next six months. The final shape of your nose will be apparent after it has completely healed. You should avoid strenuous activity for three to six weeks after surgery. You may return to your social activities as soon as within two to three weeks without any recognizable signs that you had a procedure done. |
e8d0ddc7ca7ca1b1dc7f38a3bf8df362 | What are the symptoms of bigeminy? | Others describe PVCs as their heart working too hard or beating too fast. But you may not notice anything at all. Many people don't know they have bigeminy until the abnormal rhythm shows up on a heart test called an electrocardiogram ( EKG). Many different things can bring on bigeminy. They include: Your family history An infection in your heart, or somewhere else in your body Things that rev up your heart: caffeine, nicotine, drugs like cocaine, and some over-the-counter or herbal medicines Too many or too few electrolytes (minerals like potassium and sodium) in your blood Thyroid disease Some heart conditions can also lead to bigeminy. |
d40cce37802c51712a950e6656d23f52 | What causes bigeminy? | Many different things can bring on bigeminy. They include: Your family history An infection in your heart, or somewhere else in your body Things that rev up your heart: caffeine, nicotine, drugs like cocaine, and some over-the-counter or herbal medicines Too many or too few electrolytes (minerals like potassium and sodium) in your blood Thyroid disease Some heart conditions can also lead to bigeminy. |
2068dd416fe645c0718c9113c67871fb | What is bigeminy? | After every routine beat, you have a beat that comes too early, or what's known as a premature ventricular contraction ( PVC). PVCs are common and not always harmful. If you're in good health, you may not even need treatment. But if you have a heart condition, you may need to take medicine to control your bigeminy. Lifestyle changes can also keep this abnormal heart rhythm from getting worse. |
e90aaa10ab4f2a77358ba3e91d88e7e0 | Why should I treat my childâs hearing loss early? | Early treatment is key for children. If children can't hear well, it will affect their ability to talk, communicate, make friends, and develop normally. Babies should be tested in the hospital when they are born, or at least by the time they're a month old. If there is a problem, they need professional help as early as possible, before they are 6 months old. Keep an eye out if your toddler has lots of ear infections. Although hearing loss caused by ear infections is usually temporary, it can cause lasting problems if children struggle while they're learning critical skills. |
c8ce25233488242b48537bfacf934452 | Can DEET help prevent insect and spider bites? | It can be found in a variety of lotions and sprays and purchased in most drug stores. There has been some concern about the negative effects of using this chemical, particularly for children, but none of the natural plant products are likely to be as reliable. The American Academy of Pediatrics ( AAP) recommends that DEET not be used on children younger than two months of age. Picaridin is a plant-derived compound and is also somewhat effective against mosquitoes and ticks. Essential oil of eucalyptus (eucalyptus globulus) is a natural insect repellent. |
2f9ba43fda565d838fa31950ae11907a | Can natural insect repellent work for preventing insect and spider bites? | Essential oil of eucalyptus (eucalyptus globulus) is a natural insect repellent. Make a solution by adding five drops or eucalyptus oil to 1 cup of water and dab it on your skin. Essential oil of citronella also discourages insects when placed on exposed skin. A few dabs of calendula (calendula officinalis) ointment on the face, arms, and legs may keep insects away and is also available as a commercially available product. |
759724a8c82abfac1e66737b53633bf7 | What is picardin? | Picaridin is a plant-derived compound and is also somewhat effective against mosquitoes and ticks. |
9e4a4424af0dd253edf8208169eb10fc | What is the lymphatic system? | The lymphatic system is a network of nodes (knots of tissue) connected by vessels that drain fluid and waste products from the body. The lymph nodes act as tiny filters, straining out foreign organisms and cells. The lymphatic system also is involved in producing important white blood cells called lymphocytes that help protect you against various infections caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi. |
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