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120e5629e18d8ce416f6c50c76f1beeb | How can treatments for psoriasis affect diabetes? | In some cases, she may be able to give you medicine that helps keep both health issues in check. For instance, some people who take a type 2 diabetes drug called a glucagon-like peptide-1 ( GLP-1) notice that their skin gets better. This may be because it slows down your immune system. That helps ease inflammation throughout your body. On the other hand, some drugs that treat psoriasis can raise your blood sugar and make your diabetes harder to control. That means your doctor probably won't give you corticosteroids (steroids) or cyclosporine, which are both used to calm inflammation. |
3a92e2a2244622d4d933b1956f00a740 | How can eating healthily help with psoriasis and diabetes? | Certain foods like fruits, veggies, and whole grains can help control your diabetes and psoriasis. Others (like sugary treats and alcohol) will make them worse. Ask a dietitian or nutritionist to help you plan healthy meals. |
1420442195305f4d0f35ff2a20b9ec80 | Can an infection cause low levels of white blood cells? | Infection: Viruses can affect your bone marrow and cause low WBCs for a while. Severe infections, like blood infections, can lead to your body using up WBCs faster than it can make them. HIV kills a specific kind of white blood cell. |
9797699a0af3975817cf9c3138e4abb3 | How does your doctor check how many white blood cells you have? | Your doctor measures how many of these cells you have by sending some of your blood to a lab to do a complete blood count, or CBC. Your white blood cell count is one of the numbers you get back from this test. |
9710d6bdcb8f01e6008bfab857f8206c | Can medicines cause low levels of white blood cells? | Medicines: Some drugs, including antibiotics, can destroy WBCs. |
d466b7a8dbddbc595d2e23798df80354 | Can poor nutrition cause low levels of white blood cells? | Nutrition: Not eating well or low levels of certain vitamins, such as folic acid and B12, can affect how your body makes WBCs. Alcohol abuse can mess with the nutrients in your body and with WBC counts, too. |
1ee358c0493b45825957bd019507f74c | How can spleen problems cause low levels of white blood cells? | Spleen problems: The spleen also makes WBCs. Infections, blood clots, and other problems can make it swell and not work the way it should. This will drop your WBC count. |
65b159056c379af112ac5365e7fb7b9f | What is the normal range of how many white blood cells a person has? | A blood test that shows a WBC count of less than 4,000 per microliter (some labs say less than 4,500) could mean your body may not be able to fight infection the way it should. |
c3dbcbc3caf7af09f2a8c74459ebebde | What are other causes of low libido besides low testosterone? | Low testosterone is only one of the causes of low libido. Stress, sleep deprivation, depression, and chronic medical illnesses can also sap a man's sex drive. |
c31a19f76077a2a7595d2f0e02ef145c | Can you prevent breast cancer? | While there is no definitive way to prevent breast cancer, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk: Maintain a healthy weight. Be physically active and get at least 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise five or more days per week. Eat a healthy diet with at least five servings of fruits and vegetables daily; limit the amount of processed meat and red meat eaten. Women should drink no more than one alcoholic beverage daily (men should drink no more than two alcoholic beverages daily). |
80d94512e42612e26095491b52bfe97b | Does hormone replacement therapy (HRT) increase the risk of breast cancer? | Other risk factors include: Having cancer in one breast (may recur or develop in other) Having a history of ovarian, uterine, or colon cancer Having a genetic abnormality such as a BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation Late menopause (after age 55) Starting menstruation early in life (before age 12) Having a first child after age 30 Never having children Being overweight or obese after menopause Evidence suggests that the longer a woman is exposed to female hormones (either made by the body, taken as a drug, or delivered by a patch), the more likely she is to develop breast cancer. Hormone replacement therapy may be given to postmenopausal women who have menopausal symptoms. The longer a woman is on HRT with a combination of estrogen and progestin, the greater her chances may be of being diagnosed with breast cancer. It is unclear if HRT with estrogen alone, which is sometimes prescribed for women who have had a hysterectomy, increases the risk of breast cancer. |
a3f250ae4607e91b8f109cc582815d5a | What are the the risk factors associated with breast cancer? | Certain factors increase the risk of developing breast cancer. However, having many risk factors does not mean a woman will develop breast cancer, and having no risk factors does not mean she will not develop the disease. Age is the single-most important risk factor for breast cancer. The chances of developing the disease increase with age. About 95% of women diagnosed with breast cancer each year are over age 40, and about half are age 61 and older. Personal risk is also greater if an immediate family member (mother, sister, or daughter) has had breast cancer, particularly if it was at an early age. Also, women who have had a breast biopsy (removal of breast tissue) that shows certain types of benign disease, such as atypical hyperplasia, are more likely to get breast cancer. |
cf97a7ae9dc1bd014b11d24d23fb35a8 | What are some other risk factors for breast cancer? | Other risk factors include: Having cancer in one breast (may recur or develop in other) Having a history of ovarian, uterine, or colon cancer Having a genetic abnormality such as a BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation Late menopause (after age 55) Starting menstruation early in life (before age 12) Having a first child after age 30 Never having children Being overweight or obese after menopause Evidence suggests that the longer a woman is exposed to female hormones (either made by the body, taken as a drug, or delivered by a patch), the more likely she is to develop breast cancer. |
1e84903dad950d2195eff12ca00474fb | What is the link between menopause and breast cancer? | However, the rates of many cancers, including breast cancer, do increase with age. In addition, some of the drugs used to manage menopausal symptoms may increase or decrease a person's cancer risk. Certain factors increase the risk of developing breast cancer. |
26d75cd4cffa882e037faa393194cec7 | How often should you get a breast exam? | The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists ( ACOG) recommends that women in their 20s and 30s have a health care provider perform a breast exam every one to three years and then every year once they turn 40. The ACS states that research has not shown a clear benefit of performing regular breast self-exams. Women who choose to perform breast self-exams should have their technique reviewed during an exam by a healthcare provider. Any change in their breasts noted on breast self-exams should be reported promptly to a doctor. Women who are considered to have an increased risk for breast cancer may benefit from getting a yearly MRI of their breasts along with their yearly mammogram. Three-dimensional mammography may also be an option for some women. To find out if you are at increased risk for breast cancer, consult your doctor. |
fd24c8c74e32071dddeb3b0cf3b257f2 | What are bedsores? | Bedsores: Bedsores (also known as pressure ulcers) are skin ulcers that develop from pressure when people lie in bed or sit in a chair for long periods of time. Bedsores are a fairly common problem in people who have trouble moving on their own. People with diabetes are more prone to bedsores because of their poor circulation and decreased feeling in their skin. Frequent rotation or re-positioning helps to prevent bedsores. |
4e51aa05cc5eadeda18f706763255569 | Do I need to call a doctor if I use emergency contraception | You don't have to call a doctor after using emergency contraception, but if you have questions or anything worries you, go ahead. You don't need any routine follow-up exam or tests. If your next period is more than a week late, you should take a pregnancy test. |
31f703f89f58b99682133156108b1e62 | What emergency contraception pills contain the hormone levonorgestrel? | Pills containing a hormone called levonorgestrel: My Way (over-the-counter) Plan B One- Step (over-the-counter) Preventeza (over-the-counter) Take Action (over-the-counter) Birth control pills can also be used as emergency contraception, but you have to take more than one pill at a time to keep from getting pregnant. |
d91067d953961ef60ee25c01936bf0f2 | What foods are rich in phytochemicals? | Food sources: Apples, apricots, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, garlic, legumes, onions, red peppers, soybeans, sweet potatoes, and tomatoes. |
1e1b73f02ef63bc73ff97b2edd925c28 | What are the most important nutrients to get if you have a cold? | Antioxidants -- which include beta carotene and vitamins C and E -- are essential nutrients and can help keep your immune system strong. They help protect your body on the inside. |
39fe20d39009d7f99327005ef41dff02 | What foods are high in phytochemicals? | Foods high in phytochemicals are also important for wellness. Phytochemicals are in all plants, so a diet that includes a variety of grains, fruits, and vegetables will give you these healthy substances. |
d28c5a16510659069eb66b34fb10632d | What foods are rich in carotenoids? | Foods rich in vitamin C include: broccoli, cantaloupe, cauliflower, kale, kiwi, orange juice, papaya, red, green or yellow pepper, sweet potato, strawberries, and tomatoes. |
8275f483d6303cf057676940d3fab105 | Does chicken soup help fight colds? | Chicken soup appears to help fight colds in at least two research studies. It helps clear nasal congestion as well as thin mucus so you can better cough it up. Also, research shows it may have a mild anti-inflammatory effect that can help ease cold symptoms. |
f519745d9f9d2e5167e29c0d9bbefd2f | How can I add more antioxidants to my diet? | The best way to include them in your diet is to eat more fruits and vegetables. If you cook them, use as little liquid as possible to keep the nutrients in the food. |
4bbaf9830836521677c7dccd30123868 | What foods are high in glutathione? | Glutathione is another nutrient that helps the immune system work well so it can fight infections. Food sources: You can get it from broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, spinach, and other cruciferous vegetables. |
8eabd11b09d0a68a3e0e52ed1f9048e7 | Does hot tea help fight colds? | Drinking hot tea is another great old home remedy. Hot tea helps to thin mucus and ensure proper hydration of the body. Green and black teas are filled with flavonoids, which are potent antioxidants. |
1178a78bdf0b613af8d2f93d92bce39c | What foods are rich in vitamin C? | Foods rich in vitamin C include: broccoli, cantaloupe, cauliflower, kale, kiwi, orange juice, papaya, red, green or yellow pepper, sweet potato, strawberries, and tomatoes. |
52954591d0fe9fd527dfc56815c452fb | What foods are high in bioflavonoids? | Foods high in bioflavonoids may also help you stay healthy. Research shows that these key nutrients help to boost immune system activation. These natural substances accompany vitamin C in plants and act as an antioxidant. Food sources: You can find bioflavonoids in the pulp and white core that runs through the center of citrus fruits, green peppers, lemons, limes, oranges, cherries, and grapes. Quercetin is a highly concentrated bioflavonoid found in broccoli, citrus fruits, and red and yellow onions. |
ffd764da768f595758ddb684934d9c22 | Are cold compresses good for shingles? | Cold compresses: Run a washcloth under cool water and place it on your blisters for about 20 minutes at a time. Not only can this relieve itching, it also keeps your blisters clean. That helps you avoid a skin infection. A couple of important notes: If your blisters aren't oozing anymore, stop using cold compresses If you are using any creams or patches on your rash, don't use compresses at the same time 3. |
0bb106fb2c14180d75dac9d41c6e63c1 | Is it OK to exercise when you have shingles? | To give it the right support, you can: Eat nutritious food and have regular meals. Ask someone to make a run to the grocery store for fresh fruit and such if you're not up for it. Try to get a good night's sleep and rest anytime you need to. Do gentle exercises, such as walking or stretching. Light activity can help take your mind off the pain. Keep it simple though, and check with your doctor if you're trying something new. |
ef6ddd28e6650adfa187aecbf09ee0be | What medications can make you lose potassium? | Some diuretics for heart failure can make you lose potassium in your pee. If you are taking one, have your levels checked. If yours are low, you can raise them by taking a supplement or eating more potassium-rich foods. |
db6a73f5b5cf8f98a45e05fe697acf85 | What medications can raise your levels of potassium? | Some medications can raise your levels, including some ACE inhibitors, spironolactone ( Aldactone), triamterene, and trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole ( Bactrim). |
518eaef7b967469bf25e679420d93f1b | Does DNA fingerprinting have medical uses? | Identify diseases that are passed down through your family. Help find cures for those diseases, called hereditary conditions. |
05d8293234217f43f990634fe31e02c8 | How do men with prostate cancer get chemotherapy? | Generally, chemotherapy drugs are given intravenously (directly into the vein) or by mouth. Once the drugs are absorbed, they enter the bloodstream and travel to virtually all parts of the body to reach cancer cells that may have spread beyond the prostate. |
2c6df3950b39ffe78c295885a2295675 | What are high-risk HPV strains? | Not all of the 40 sexually transmitted HPV viruses cause serious health problems. High-risk HPV strains include HPV 16 and 18, which cause about 70% of cervical cancers. Other high-risk HPV viruses include 31, 33, 45, 52, 58, and a few others. |
5028adbf190ee78a8f43f60ebac9740d | What are low-risk HPV strains? | Low-risk HPV strains, such as HPV 6 and 11, cause about 90% of genital warts, which rarely develop into cancer. These growths can look like bumps. Sometimes, they’re shaped like cauliflower. The warts can show up weeks or months after you’ve had sex with an infected partner. |
1bea8c3fc9ff97c663af7f4be79d2f01 | What are the symptoms of HPV infection? | Often, there are no symptoms of an HPV infection, and the body clears the infection on its own in a few years. Many people never know they were infected. But sometimes an infection with high-risk types of HPV will last longer. This can cause changes in the cells of the cervix that could lead to cancer including vulvar cancer. The same thing could cause abnormal changes in cells of the penis and anus, but this is rare. |
81804005998fb47a0ab06988bb00ba5f | How can you prevent HPV? | You can get HPV through sex (vaginal, anal, or oral). It spreads through skin-to-skin contact. HPV can infect skin not normally covered by a condom, so using one won’t fully protect you. You can’t get HPV from a toilet seat, swimming pools, or from an infected person’s blood. The only way to avoid all risk of any type of HPV infection is to never be sexually active -- no vaginal, anal, or oral sex. To lower your risk, you can also limit the number of sex partners you have. You can also choose partners who've had few or no sex partners before you. Three vaccines -- Cervarix, Gardasil, and Gardasil-9 -- protect against HPV. They’re available to boys and girls as young as 9 and adults up to age 26. The vaccines focus on some of the higher-risk types of HPV. All three guard against HPV 16 and 18. Gardasil and Gardasil-9 are also effective against HPV 6 and 11, which cause most genital warts. Gardasil-9 also covers against the high-risk strains 31, 33, 45, 52, 58. |
b20741e9bb851e28bb09a6da00b7d262 | How can antidepressants cause sexual problems? | Many men and women with depression tell of having low or no sexual desire. And that puts a tremendous strain on intimate relationships. As helpful as antidepressants are in boosting a person's mood or sense of self-worth, some types of antidepressants -- for example, the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors ( SSRIs) -- can have undesirable side effects. Those side effects can result in sexual problems. Antidepressants help boost mood in people with depression by altering the functioning of brain chemicals (neurotransmitters). But the same chemicals are involved in the sexual response. |
4f586d7033551bb9cf71fe5a79c25eb7 | Is acupuncture safe? | The FDA regulates the equipment and requires that practitioners use each needle only once. You should be able to see your acupuncturist take each individual needle out of a sterile packet. Clean needles make sure that more serious side effects like infection with HIV or hepatitis B won't happen. |
a3aab0dbf599f059ea92293bf163dda8 | How many needles do acupuncture treatments use? | Most acupuncture treatments use between five and 15 needles. They're hollow and so slender that you may not even feel them when the practitioner puts them into your skin. |
6fa1720e183a898da63886e306642e45 | What is the treatment for breast cancer recurrence? | The type of treatment you get for local breast cancer recurrences depends on the type of treatment you got at first. If you had a lumpectomy, local recurrence is usually treated with a mastectomy. If you had a mastectomy, recurrence near the mastectomy site is treated by removing the tumor if possible, usually followed by radiation. In either case, you may have hormone therapy, chemotherapy, or radiation after surgery. Sometimes, you doctor will use a combination. If breast cancer is found in the other breast, it may be a new tumor unrelated to the first breast cancer. This would be treated like a new case of breast cancer. You would get either a lumpectomy or mastectomy, followed by more treatments if necessary. If the cancer comes back in another part of the body, such as the bones, lungs, liver, or brain, you may get surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, hormone therapy, targeted therapy, or a combination. It depends on your specific situation. Doctors may recommend that women whose cancer cells have high levels of the HER2 protein undergo targeted therapy, alone or with chemotherapy, with one of these drugs: Ado-trastuzumab emtansine ( Kadcyla) Lapatinib ( Tykerb) Neratinib ( Nerlynx) Pertuzumab ( Perjeta) Trastuzumab ( Herceptin) Immunotherapy stimulates you own immune system to find and destroy cancer cells. |
112304072c5ef2316742e30c2b94d664 | How often should you see your doctor to check for breast cancer recurrence? | At first, your follow-up appointments may be every 3 to 4 months. The longer you are cancer-free, the less often you will need to see your doctor. |
fdde8967c7066a2ff8bce04427021000 | What are the risk factors for a breast cancer recurrence? | Tumor size. The larger the tumor was, the greater the chance of recurrence. Cancer spread. If your breast cancer had spread to your lymph nodes, the more lymph nodes that had cancer cells, the more likely your risk of recurrence. Your risk is also higher if cancer cells were found in the lymph vessels or blood vessels of your breast. Hormone receptors . About two-thirds of all breast cancers have receptors for estrogen (called ER+) or progesterone ( PR+) or both types. HER2. This gene triggers the growth of cancer cells. Histologic grade. This term refers to how much the tumor cells resemble normal cells when viewed under the microscope. The higher the histologic grade, the higher the odds of recurrence. Nuclear grade. This is the rate at which cancer cells in the tumor divide to form more cells. Cancer cells with a high nuclear grade are usually more aggressive (faster growing). |
f2a61e224b3fe9cecaabb1e93e29fddc | How do you know if there is a recurrence of breast cancer? | You should keep doing breast self-exams, checking the treated area and your other breast each month. You should tell your doctor about any changes right away. Also, keep getting regular mammograms. In some screening centers, three-dimensional mammograms are available in addition to traditional digital mammograms. If genetic tests show you have the BRCA mutations, you may also need an MRI of your breast. Talk to your doctor about the best screening tests for you. |
b5f7b148d76de8fe7d2d6ac2ab796826 | What does breast cancer recurrence mean? | For some women it does, and for others it doesn't. When breast cancer comes back, it's called recurrence. |
86b1655bcc0ee836f0fe620a1c5154bd | What breast changes might be a recurrence? | Breast changes that might be a recurrence include: A lump or thickening in or near the breast or in the underarm that doesn't go away after your period A change in the size, shape, or contour of the breast A marble-like area under the skin A change in the feel or appearance of the skin on the breast or nipple, including skin that is dimpled, puckered, scaly, red, warm, or swollen Blood or clear fluid coming out of a nipple Along with monthly breast self-exams, you should go to follow-up appointments with your doctor. |
b61e85a7ac1848b1976a778267cb4e73 | Is there proof that certain foods or ingredients cause ADHD, dyslexia, or learning and behavior problems? | So while there have been several studies looking at the link between food and symptoms, there's no proof that certain foods or ingredients cause ADHD, dyslexia, or learning and behavior problems. However, some doctors think cutting out artificial food additives or flavors may ease mood problems in kids with autism. They also think processed foods and sweets can raise the risk of depression in kids and teens. |
5400af866b23ba7e37a5a69efad6ee9b | How can a healthy diet affect ADHD symptoms? | So serving your kids a healthy diet of natural foods might be a good idea. Swapping out candy or processed snack foods, which often contain artificial colors or flavors, for healthy foods may also help your child's symptoms for other reasons. |
85002537a354f896943a48aebc6525ed | What is celiac disease and how is it related to ADHD? | In another small study of both adults and children with ADHD, 15% of them were found to also have celiac disease. This is a condition that makes it hard to digest foods that have gluten. It's found in wheat, barley, and rye. A gluten-free diet helped that group with focus and behavior symptoms. |
cb0ad6ed50b1e305d5aaaaaf0c33be36 | Is there research to support the Feingold diet? | Research about the diet is mixed. Some experts say it may help some kids but not all. You shouldn't use the diet in place of your child's ADHD medications or therapy. |
8be8407bf61801e541b1b20a96e9234a | What is the Feingold diet designed to do? | The Feingold diet is designed to help kids with symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD), dyslexia, and other learning disabilities. It involves avoiding certain foods that some people think make symptoms worse. |
950998f932115ead3aeb9f27212f1667 | What is the history of the Feingold diet? | The diet was developed in the 1970s by Benjamin Feingold, MD, a pediatrician and allergist from San Francisco. He came up with it when treating kids with hives from allergies. Feingold began studying the diet's effect on the children and came up with the theory that artificial food colors, additives, preservatives, and even natural salicylates can cause ADHD symptoms or learning problems. |
b50d1b6ad37cfa02d6e811ba8ffbf59f | What do people who support the Feingold diet believe it helps? | Those who support the diet believe that taking artificial food coloring or sweeteners, preservatives, and some fruits and vegetables out of a kid's diet can help with focus and behavior. |
5acf3f0db09bc72a3290dc7a8a036d64 | Do certain foods or drinks trigger migraines? | In some people, certain foods and drinks -- or things they contain -- can trigger a migraine. One well-accepted migraine trigger is tyramine. |
dd77c9106b38ee2e73b0dbfcb27e22c2 | How can you check if tyramine is causing your migraine? | It can help you and your doctor find out if tyramine or some other trigger is to blame for your migraines. Take note of the time and date the headache starts. Then answer these questions: How exactly does the migraine feel? Where does the migraine episode fall in your menstrual cycle? What have you eaten recently? Have you been exposed to other common headache triggers, such as a change in altitude, change in temperature, strong smells, bright lights, loud noises, changes in sleep habits, or unusual stress? Remember, headaches may not start for 24 hours after you eat certain trigger foods. That's why including the foods you've eaten during the past day or two may help you figure out if tyramine is part of the problem. |
b8ff09ee60122372999824089476f72b | Which foods have tyramine? | It's especially found in aged and fermented foods, such as: Aged cheeses Smoked fish Cured meats Some types of beer Also, foods high in protein may contain more tyramine if: They have been stored for a long time They have not been kept cold enough Because of its chemical structure, tyramine is called a monoamine. |
9816aaa57ef062d19c0956212fa8f3a6 | Do foods high in protein contain tyramine? | It's especially found in aged and fermented foods, such as: Aged cheeses Smoked fish Cured meats Some types of beer Also, foods high in protein may contain more tyramine if: They have been stored for a long time They have not been kept cold enough Because of its chemical structure, tyramine is called a monoamine. |
57796ac049d29149d2040b8469b357c2 | When did researchers start suspecting that tyramine was related to migraine? | People taking the drugs began to get headaches and high blood pressure when they ate foods containing tyramine. |
7ce77d64f0232f51609694b634445889 | Do experts fully understand how tyramine triggers migraines? | Experts are still trying to understand how tyramine triggers migraines. One explanation is that it causes nerve cells in your brain to release the chemical norepinephrine. Having higher levels of tyramine in your system -- along with an unusual level of brain chemicals -- can cause changes in the brain that lead to headaches. |
d33b6749439dbd7debc95cbbf215c39f | How can I check if tyramine is triggering my headache? | It can help you and your doctor find out if tyramine or some other trigger is to blame for your migraines. Take note of the time and date the headache starts. Then answer these questions: How exactly does the migraine feel? Where does the migraine episode fall in your menstrual cycle? What have you eaten recently? Have you been exposed to other common headache triggers, such as a change in altitude, change in temperature, strong smells, bright lights, loud noises, changes in sleep habits, or unusual stress? Remember, headaches may not start for 24 hours after you eat certain trigger foods. That's why including the foods you've eaten during the past day or two may help you figure out if tyramine is part of the problem. |
ee409b64979a13e8553b9a044316b814 | What foods contain tyramine? | It's especially found in aged and fermented foods, such as: Aged cheeses Smoked fish Cured meats Some types of beer Also, foods high in protein may contain more tyramine if: They have been stored for a long time They have not been kept cold enough Because of its chemical structure, tyramine is called a monoamine. |
be3acc52c78e11f52d068686a58c1527 | How can tyramine trigger migraines? | Experts are still trying to understand how tyramine triggers migraines. One explanation is that it causes nerve cells in your brain to release the chemical norepinephrine. Having higher levels of tyramine in your system -- along with an unusual level of brain chemicals -- can cause changes in the brain that lead to headaches. |
023efa3995f63a03d461755636a28a0c | What problems might caused by melatonin supplements taken with some medicines? | Doctors are also studying to see if melatonin can help with: Alzheimer's disease Cancer Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis ( ALS) High nighttime blood pressure Sleep problems in children with autism spectrum disorders While melatonin generally brings fewer side effects than other sleep medicines, you could still have: Daytime sleepiness Headache Dizziness Stomach discomfort Anxiety Crankiness A "heavy head" feeling Short-lived depression Melatonin supplements might cause problems if you take them with some medicines, including: Blood-thinning medications (anticoagulants) Drugs that suppress the immune system (immunosuppressants) Diabetes drugs Birth control pills Tell your doctor if you're thinking about taking any supplement, especially if you take any medicine or have a health condition. |
fcb3aac84800afa7cd4f7ac78148e300 | How well does melatonin work? | Some studies say it could help with jet lag and some sleep issues like delayed sleep phase disorder, shift work disorder, and some sleep disorders with children. Other research shows it may let people with insomnia fall asleep slightly faster. It may also help you sleep better through the night, but not necessarily longer. Still more studies have shown that melatonin doesn't help sleep problems at all. There's also not enough research to say it helps with any issues not related to sleep. |
05968b72f4e34316e75c378fed8524f5 | What are side effects of melatonin? | Doctors are also studying to see if melatonin can help with: Alzheimer's disease Cancer Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis ( ALS) High nighttime blood pressure Sleep problems in children with autism spectrum disorders While melatonin generally brings fewer side effects than other sleep medicines, you could still have: Daytime sleepiness Headache Dizziness Stomach discomfort Anxiety Crankiness A "heavy head" feeling Short-lived depression Melatonin supplements might cause problems if you take them with some medicines, including: Blood-thinning medications (anticoagulants) Drugs that suppress the immune system (immunosuppressants) Diabetes drugs Birth control pills Tell your doctor if you're thinking about taking any supplement, especially if you take any medicine or have a health condition. |
f7c1c9c7ab8ffdd79a3ed1898da3e506 | Why should you talk to your doctor first before taking melatonin supplements? | Doctors are also studying to see if melatonin can help with: Alzheimer's disease Cancer Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis ( ALS) High nighttime blood pressure Sleep problems in children with autism spectrum disorders While melatonin generally brings fewer side effects than other sleep medicines, you could still have: Daytime sleepiness Headache Dizziness Stomach discomfort Anxiety Crankiness A "heavy head" feeling Short-lived depression Melatonin supplements might cause problems if you take them with some medicines, including: Blood-thinning medications (anticoagulants) Drugs that suppress the immune system (immunosuppressants) Diabetes drugs Birth control pills Tell your doctor if you're thinking about taking any supplement, especially if you take any medicine or have a health condition. |
ab44ab222b4a1a4e9a44032cee80aa6b | Who is more likely to get hepatitis C? | People with HIV are more likely to have hepatitis C. About one in 4 people in the U. S. who have HIV also have hepatitis C, according to the CDC. Having both makes serious, life-threatening complications -- including liver failure -- more likely. |
d0f3bffceb5fd96712382a0dc99fa288 | What should you do if you find out you have hepatitis C? | The CDC recommends hepatitis C testing if you: Were born between 1945 and 1965 Have used injected drugs Have HIV Were born to a mother who had hepatitis C Were treated for a blood clotting problem before 1987 Got a blood transfusion or organ transplant before July 1992 Have been a long-term hemodialysis patient Work in health care or public safety and were exposed to blood through a needle stick or other sharp object injury If you get tested and find out you have hepatitis C, tell your sex partner(s) and anyone else who may have been exposed to your blood, including through drug use. |
56c1fc94fa543f39fffb0b502781e050 | What can you do to prevent hepatitis C? | Without using condoms, the following situations increase your risk of getting hepatitis C from sex: If you or your partner have HIV or another sexually transmitted disease Have multiple sexual partners Have rough sex that could cause tears or fissures Receiving anal intercourse Sex while menstruating To lower your chances of getting infected by someone who has or may have hepatitis C or infecting your partner, avoid sex acts that could cause bleeding. These include using toys, receiving anal sex, and using drugs while having sex. Don't have sex when you or your partner has your period or has genital sores. Always use a condom when you have sex with a new partner. If you use a sex toy that might break the skin, cover it with a condom. Put a new one on before someone else uses the toy. |
5b6d22ffe8a42022865bfaa00bb4c6f8 | What is trigeminal neuralgia? | This condition causes pain as a result of inflammation of a facial nerve. The pain is described as intense and lightning like, and it can occur in the lips, scalp, forehead, eye, nose, gums, cheek, and chin on one side of the face. The pain can be set off by touching a trigger area or by slight motion. |
3944764e3e7c04838f7f3848042e2200 | What kind of pain is caused by nerve damage? | Damage to nerves can interfere with the way those signals are transmitted and cause pain signals that are abnormal. For instance, you may feel a burning sensation even though no heat is being applied to the area that burns. Nerves can be damaged by diseases such as diabetes, or they can be damaged by trauma. Certain chemotherapy drugs may cause nerve damage. Nerves can also be damaged as a result of stroke or an HIV infection, among other causes. The pain that comes from nerve damage could be the result of damage to the central nervous system ( CNS), which includes the brain and spinal cord. Or it could result from damage to peripheral nerves, those nerves in the rest of the body that send signals to the CNS. The pain caused by nerve damage, neuropathic pain, is often described as burning or prickling. Some people describe it as an electrical shock. Others describe it as pins and needles or as a stabbing sensation. Some people with nerve damage are often hypersensitive to temperature and to touch. Just a light touch, such as the touch of a bed sheet, can set off the pain. |
384c4464ff0a368cf0f1099c0bef9c95 | What happens due to pain caused by tissue damage? | The injury to body tissue can come from a disease such as cancer. Or it can come from physical injury such as a cut or a broken bone. The pain you experience may be an ache, a sharp stabbing, or a throbbing. It could come and go, or it could be constant. You may feel the pain worsen when you move or laugh. Sometimes, breathing deeply can intensify it. Pain from tissue damage can be acute. For example, sports injuries like a sprained ankle or turf toe are often the result of damage to soft tissue. Or it can be chronic, such as arthritis or chronic headaches. And certain medical treatments, such as radiation for cancer, can also cause tissue damage that results in pain. |
fb9be882e00fad5eb8f11071cb5e61b9 | What is acute and chronic pain? | There are several ways to categorize pain. One is to separate it into acute pain and chronic pain. Acute pain typically comes on suddenly and has a limited duration. It's frequently caused by damage to tissue such as bone, muscle, or organs, and the onset is often accompanied by anxiety or emotional distress. Chronic pain lasts longer than acute pain and is generally somewhat resistant to medical treatment. It's usually associated with a long-term illness, such as osteoarthritis. In some cases, such as with fibromyalgia, it's one of the defining characteristic of the disease. Chronic pain can be the result of damaged tissue, but very often is attributable to nerve damage. Both acute and chronic pain can be debilitating, and both can affect and be affected by a person's state of mind. But the nature of chronic pain -- the fact that it's ongoing and in some cases seems almost constant -- makes the person who has it more susceptible to psychological consequences such as depression and anxiety. At the same time, psychological distress can amplify the pain. About 70% of people with chronic pain treated with pain medication experience episodes of what's called breakthrough pain. Breakthrough pain refers to flares of pain that occur even when pain medication is being used regularly. Sometimes it can be spontaneous or set off by a seemingly insignificant event such as rolling over in bed. And sometimes it may be the result of pain medication wearing off before it's time for the next dose. |
128f78c1e64c903c4da39d2863c9773b | What is diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain? | This pain comes from nerve damage in the feet, legs, hands, or arms caused by diabetes. Individuals with diabetic neuropathy experience various kinds of pain including burning, stabbing, and tingling. |
721989b1ab4c04d3a0e93e506667fb2a | What is complex regional pain syndrome? | This is a chronic pain syndrome that can follow a serious injury. It's described as persistent burning. Certain abnormalities such as abnormal sweating, changes in skin color, or swelling may be noticed in the area of the pain. |
ce158f58ca6d679a587f93894f347407 | What is central pain syndrome? | This syndrome is marked by chronic pain that stems from damage to the central nervous system. The damage can be caused by stroke, MS, tumors, and several other conditions. The pain, which is typically constant and may be severe, can affect a large part of the body or be confined to smaller areas such as the hands or feet. The pain often can be made worse by movement, touch, emotions, and temperature changes. |
9e8261c9ed5174f912c44afb63ae25f1 | How can a dentist tell when a wisdom teeth removal is needed? | Your dentist will look at the shape of your mouth and the position of your teeth to make a decision. Your age plays a role, too. Still not ready to part with your molars? You can ask your dentist to explain what he sees with your teeth. In many cases, you can wait several months to see if things change before making your decision. But if you have pain or notice swelling or a bad odor near your back teeth, it may be time for a second look. |
9b9061fe5d7a4b5bdeecc1bb1ad8c80f | What are the symptoms of depersonalization disorder? | The primary symptom of depersonalization disorder is a distorted perception of the body. The person might feel like he or she is a robot or in a dream. Some people might fear they are going crazy and might become depressed, anxious, or panicky. For some people, the symptoms are mild and last for just a short time. For others, however, symptoms can be chronic (ongoing) and last or recur for many years, leading to problems with daily functioning or even to disability. |
53a707e82dfcb16fcc7c30573c3feecb | What tests will my doctor do to see if I have ischemic colitis? | These include: The decongestant pseudoephedrine Some migraine and heart drugs Estrogen Ischemic colitis is a master of disguise. Its symptoms can mimic other conditions, including a flare of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease. Those long-lasting conditions result from a problem with your immune system, not low blood flow. Doctors may ask for any of these tests to decide if you have ischemic colitis: Imaging tests, like CT scans and angiograms. These use X-rays at different angles to get a detailed image of your colon and blood vessels. Stool samples. Doctors look for infections that may be causing your symptoms. Colonoscopy. This test looks inside your colon. |
74ca6d2768b5a5c79dc193441e9bd211 | How is ischemic colitis treated? | If you have a mild case -- and most cases are mild -- the inner lining of your colon is inflamed, sore, and bleeding. It usually heals on its own, but you may get antibiotics to prevent infection. You'll probably get IV fluids to keep you hydrated. To give your colon a rest while it heals, you won't be able to drink or eat anything for a few days. If you have a more serious case, a surgeon may need to remove dead tissue or repair your bowel. |
1671cd37678cddbb568d12b72fbb2bb4 | What are the causes of ischemic colitis? | Surgery to repair an aortic aneurysm (a bulge in the artery) can lead to ischemic colitis. Other operations in your belly or your circulatory system can also cause problems. The risk also goes up if you're a long distance runner. During a marathon, blood flow may shift away from your gut to meet the oxygen needs of your leg muscles. Dehydration could play a role, too. It's rare, but some medications can trigger an ischemic colitis attack. These include: The decongestant pseudoephedrine Some migraine and heart drugs Estrogen Ischemic colitis is a master of disguise. |
a53731f652f4f65f49f0597f36dfe218 | What is ischemic colitis? | Ischemic colitis is inflammation in your large intestine, or colon. It results from a lack of blood flow to the area, usually because an artery is blocked or narrowed. You need blood flow to your colon because it brings oxygen that keeps your tissues alive. If the blockage goes on for too long, it can cause serious problems. But if you get treatment soon, you should heal quickly. Ischemic colitis is more common in people over 60, but younger folks can get it, too. |
bd71b74034c1983f34d4c0c528b0a181 | How do I use a peak flow meter? | Here's what you do: Stand up or sit up straight. Make sure the indicator is at the bottom of the meter (zero). Take a deep breath in, filling the lungs completely. Place the mouthpiece in your mouth; lightly bite with your teeth and close your lips on it. Be sure your tongue is away from the mouthpiece. Blast the air out as hard and as fast as possible in a single blow. Remove the meter from your mouth. Record the number that appears on the meter and then repeat steps one through seven two more times. Record the highest of the three readings in an asthma diary. |
e88ce0affdeaa45c6b239e0b5293c0ab | Why should I use a peak flow meter? | Readings from a peak flow meter can help you or your child recognize early changes that may be signs of worsening asthma. During an asthma attack, the smooth muscles that surround the airways tighten and cause the airways to narrow. The peak flow meter alerts you to the tightening of the airways often hours or even days before you have any asthma symptoms. By using your PEF with your asthma action plan, you will know when to take your rescue (quick acting) asthma inhaler or other asthma medicine. |
322f65c9a0501ebc299298ee4d030787 | How do you determine your personal best peak flow number? | To find your personal best peak flow number, take peak flow readings: Twice a day for two to three weeks when asthma is in good control At the same time in the morning and in the early evening As instructed by your doctor or asthma care provider You should always use the same meter. |
6929e056b87b84798a03acc49292a578 | Why should I use my peak flow meter every day? | Daily readings will help you: Recognize early drops in airflow Know when your child's personal best improves naturally as he or she grows If your PEF drops below 80% of your personal best, follow your asthma action plan and check PEF more frequently that day or as directed by your doctor. |
8a0bc14b66b8da8c572f43e26a0049aa | Who should use a peak flow meter? | Peak flow meters are very helpful if you or your child have moderate to severe asthma and require daily asthma medications. Even most children ages 6 and up should be able to use a peak flow meter with good results. People with moderate-to-severe asthma should have a peak flow meter at home. |
0e34d6a9504b95abc908102c22a22693 | What should you do once you figure out your personal best peak expiratory flow (PEF)? | Once you have determined your or your child's personal best PEF, work with your asthma care provider to determine at what point you should start taking quick-relief drugs to relieve an asthma attack or seek emergency medical attention. These are called your asthma peak flow zones. All of this information should be recorded in your personal asthma action plan. |
61ce58da25c8c1e44500c8d2cb4dc867 | What are sleepwalking symptoms? | Sleepwalking episodes can range from quiet walking about to agitated running or attempts to "escape." Other characteristics of sleepwalking include: A wide, glassy stare as the person quietly roams the house Slow responses to questions; if the sleepwalker is returned to bed without exchanging words, he or she usually won't remember the event upon awakening. Embarassment, especially among older children, who may awaken more easily at the end of an episode Sleepwalking is not associated with previous sleep problems, sleeping alone in a room or with others, fear of the dark, or anger outbursts. Some studies suggest that children who sleepwalk may have been more restless sleepers when they were ages 4 to 5, and more restless with more frequent awakenings during the first year of life. |
20d7d6d6915118c0bbf4ad69b40afc10 | Is sleepwalking linked to other sleep problems? | Embarassment, especially among older children, who may awaken more easily at the end of an episode Sleepwalking is not associated with previous sleep problems, sleeping alone in a room or with others, fear of the dark, or anger outbursts. Some studies suggest that children who sleepwalk may have been more restless sleepers when they were ages 4 to 5, and more restless with more frequent awakenings during the first year of life. |
a3bc4d7b0b52d985f5132b2b6b300f41 | How do pancreatic neuroendocrine cancers develop? | Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors arise from a separate group of hormone-producing cells in the pancreas. Like adenocarcinoma, islet cell cancers are generally diagnosed with imaging and biopsy. These types of tumors may cause no symptoms or symptoms related to hormones secreted by the tumor. |
038ef6649c85da711fd23261a40c816a | How are blood tests used for the early detection of pancreatic cancer? | Certain substances, such as carcinoembryonic antigen ( CEA) and CA 19-9, are elevated in people with pancreatic cancer. However, blood tests don't allow for early detection of pancreatic cancer, because these levels may not rise until pancreatic cancer is advanced, if at all. |
b5b98479f2cc0a5abc54324df98c4a53 | When is pancreatic cancer usually diagnosed? | Diagnosing pancreatic cancer usually happens when someone comes to the doctor after experiencing weeks or months of symptoms. Pancreatic cancer symptoms frequently include abdominal pain, weight loss, itching, or jaundice (yellow skin). |
6e6fe96a333b35cc75afda5011ef6745 | What is laparoscopy for pancreatic cancer? | Using laparoscopy, a surgeon can collect tissue for biopsy, as well as see inside the abdomen to determine if pancreatic cancer has spread. However, laparoscopy has higher risks than other biopsy approaches. |
7467eda4202a4b9c30178b7964ce0bdc | What is endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography for pancreatic cancer? | Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography ( ERCP): A flexible tube with a camera and other tools on its end (endoscope) is put through the mouth to the small intestine, near the pancreas. ERCP can collect images from the area, as well as take a small biopsy with a brush. |
8f8b6d895debafbeac15c3d0c4d3f3ab | Is it possible to detect pancreatic cancer early? | Treating pancreatic cancer is challenging when it's discovered at an advanced stage, as is usually the case. Researchers are seeking methods of early detection, but so far none has proved useful. |
fc35d15f1617e6a154af8d633d728895 | What tools are used to diagnose pancreatic cancer? | A doctor then embarks on a search for the cause, using the tools of the trade: By taking a medical history, a doctor learns the story of the illness, such as the time of onset, nature and location of pain, smoking history, and other medical problems. During a physical exam, a doctor might feel a mass in the abdomen and notice swollen lymph nodes in the neck, jaundiced skin, or weight loss. Lab tests may show evidence that bile flow is being blocked, or other abnormalities. |
4cdb728dfec3a1f08b553fa90d2b36fb | When is a biopsy used to diagnose pancreatic cancer? | If imaging studies detect a mass in the pancreas, a pancreatic cancer diagnosis is likely, but not definite. Only a biopsy -- taking actual tissue from the mass -- can diagnose pancreatic cancer. |
dce5e4ec012ff0cce586ea6b28831024 | When is pancreatic cancer diagnosed? | Diagnosing pancreatic cancer usually happens when someone comes to the doctor after experiencing weeks or months of symptoms. Pancreatic cancer symptoms frequently include abdominal pain, weight loss, itching, or jaundice (yellow skin). |
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