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5e873d8ca1c80fac4972113243c6a331 | What is a stroke? | Stroke: A sudden loss of brain function caused by less blood flow to part of your brain. Causes include blood clots in the brain and bleeding into the brain. |
538de4ad41ecd6cb9188b98f7a3ce26b | What is a stent? | Stent: A small tube your doctor puts in during an angioplasty to keep the coronary artery open for blood flow. Permanent stents are made of metal mesh, while others are designed to dissolve. |
27b29c9794cc09d90a347746be15898d | What is an aneurysm? | Aneurysm: A sac formed by a bulging blood vessel wall or heart tissue. If it gets too large, it can rupture. The bleeding can be life-threatening. Large aneurysms should be treated. |
ae89f37ea9aa005210ac5f0e78e794e7 | What is the definition of aneurysm? | Aneurysm: A sac formed by a bulging blood vessel wall or heart tissue. If it gets too large, it can rupture. The bleeding can be life-threatening. Large aneurysms should be treated. |
8fcc0d7675543f85756b32964e277ddd | What is the definition of angina or angina pectoris? | Angina (also called angina pectoris): Discomfort or pressure, usually in the chest. It's a temporary feeling that happens when your heart muscle doesn't get enough blood. You may also feel pain in your neck, jaw, or arms. |
9cad8daf183b65266421c0fc4f55d612 | What is the definition of ischemia? | Ischemia: When you don't get enough oxygen-rich blood to an organ to keep it healthy. When it happens to your heart, it can cause chest pain. |
1e70e7a92505f1b93b74b0c3565ddaf7 | What is the definition of mitral stenosis? | Mitral stenosis: When your mitral valve narrows and prevents the easy flow of blood. |
5d5455488532b0fbdc5267b876d46328 | What is the definition of cardioversion? | Cardioversion: A procedure used to return an irregular heart rhythm to normal through an electric shock or drugs. It can be used in emergencies. |
dbdef266c3e39dea507046f66f5265aa | What is the definition of vasodilator? | Vasodilator: A type of drug that relaxes and dilates blood vessels, allowing more blood flow. |
fe6bdb5c88a1f8cd196fb4648aa4bc7a | What is the definition of aortic valve replacement? | Aortic valve replacement: A diseased aortic valve can become either too narrow or leaky. In those cases, the doctor will replace it. |
9b34544da9a4655fbe84d43a88fa60ff | What is the definition of myocarditis? | Myocarditis: Inflammation of the myocardium (heart muscle). |
b4d410590606c844cf35354cd3c7689e | What is the definition of inotropic medication? | Inotropic medication: A drug used to strengthen your heart's contractions and improve blood circulation. |
04955f63a29e5d07b26b1da0d18a423b | What is the definition of immunosuppressants? | Immunosuppressants: Drugs that keep your body's immune system from rejecting a transplanted organ, like a heart. |
1f364a1285ebd901c456ee4b162b9cb0 | What is the definition of angioplasty or balloon angioplasty? | Angioplasty/balloon angioplasty: A blocked artery treatment. The doctor places a special balloon catheter where the artery narrows, then inflates it to help increase blood flow to your heart. He'll probably place a device called a stent in there to help keep the artery open. |
05dd395c3751978e639977ce4efa7874 | What is the definition of heart block? | Heart block: When your heart can't beat the way it should because electrical signals between the atria and ventricles are out of whack. Severe cases may require a pacemaker. |
710bcbec5ba523504531c9cc858d0691 | What is the definition of angiotensin receptor neprilysin inhibitors? | Angiotensin receptor neprilysin inhibitors ( ARNIs): Drugs used to treat heart failure. They ease the strain on the heart muscle. |
3ca00c0152ca371a419f586caac9b2b3 | What is the definition of defibrillator? | Defibrillator: A machine that gives your heart an electric shock to re-establish a normal heart rhythm. It's used in cardiac arrest. |
f153c5d3f51c4973155c8098f4937185 | What is the definition of valvuloplasty? | Valvuloplasty: This procedure improves valve function by reshaping the heart valve. |
9ab33f04b89b19be4bd6f369f73a753c | What is the definition of myocardial biopsy? | Myocardial biopsy (cardiac biopsy): When your doctor cuts out a tiny piece of heart muscle tissue for analysis. |
94e59a482942ee086111930b3b646e93 | What is ischemia? | Ischemia: When you don't get enough oxygen-rich blood to an organ to keep it healthy. When it happens to your heart, it can cause chest pain. |
15553516dec23507b3e4a6b2d7e144af | What is a beta-blocker? | Beta-blocker: A drug that slows heart rate, lowers blood pressure, and controls angina. It protects you from future heart attacks if you've already had one. |
5a34b8c5226f785e21fe30edcc598107 | What is a heart block? | Heart block: When your heart can't beat the way it should because electrical signals between the atria and ventricles are out of whack. Severe cases may require a pacemaker. |
16c92ae9e81cbccef00597ac8d425799 | What is cardiac ablation? | Ablation: Removing or destroying tissue. Cardiac ablation can treat atrial fibrillation, a type of irregular heart rhythm that sometimes leads to heart failure. |
e3d4bc411ea5008a00c969c4e080143b | What is minimally invasive heart surgery? | Minimally invasive heart surgery: In this technique, your doctor makes small cuts on the side of your chest, rather than in the middle. It leaves your breastbone intact, so you may heal and recover quicker. |
5e3f58bd1641fd73b192eb2481eb61fe | What is ventricular fibrillation? | Ventricular fibrillation: An erratic, disorganized firing of impulses from the ventricles, so they're unable to contract or pump blood to the body. This is a medical emergency that must be treated with CPR and defibrillation. |
50be1a781f23020d39f33d9ad89483a2 | What is a mechanical valve? | Mechanical valve: It replaces a diseased heart valve. If you get one, you'll take blood thinners to prevent blood clots. |
bef0d498a24881f1fb8da3a3896fccec | What is a heart attack? | Heart attack (myocardial infarction): Permanent damage to your heart muscle. It happens when a blocked artery leads to a lack of blood supply. |
fd56f96a1a3b89fcab0de577eb31f5e2 | What is transient ischemic attack? | Transient ischemic attack ( TIA): A stroke-like event that can last minutes or hours. It happens when your brain can't get oxygen-rich blood. The effects wear off, usually with no permanent damage, after blood flow resumes. It can be a warning sign of stroke. |
1d43d650fe82fc747a467cce2cbf92b3 | What is atrial fibrillation | Atrial fibrillation ( AF or AFib): An irregular heart rhythm. The upper chambers (atria) of the heart quiver and don't empty into the lower chambers (ventricles) completely. |
5654f5df545b13385275e5cbdfd603c1 | What is a multigated acquisition scan? | Multigated acquisition scan ( MUGA scan): A test used to tell how well your heart pumps. |
3bb2ec8d990e01f12ae231fe53ef36e3 | What is ventricular tachycardia? | Ventricular tachycardia: A rapid, life-threatening rhythm that starts in the heart's lower chambers. It prevents your heart from filling with blood, and less blood is able to pump through the body. |
532261b195ee43b488f564d95799070c | What is an intra-aortic balloon pump assist device? | Intra-aortic balloon pump assist device ( IABP): A device that helps your heart pump. Your doctor inserts a balloon through an artery at the top of your leg, and it goes into your chest. It inflates and deflates to help your heart move blood in and out. |
bc8226796878306b7f22e082b2216196 | What is the definition of heart attack (myocardial infarction)? | Heart attack (myocardial infarction): Permanent damage to your heart muscle. It happens when a blocked artery leads to a lack of blood supply. |
b0c05ca8055e973803165e5da4b5a06e | What is the definition of ablation? | Ablation: Removing or destroying tissue. |
a4bba0e448fd32cbadb874bc11d18d19 | What is the definition of a pacemaker? | Pacemaker: A small electronic device implanted under your skin. It sends electrical impulses to the heart muscle to regulate your heart rhythm. |
7ced6d0eb98d69f6d1b6c73cb607d627 | What is the definition of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation? | ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation): If you can't provide oxygen for your own blood or enough blood circulation, you can be put on life support known as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. The doctor withdraws blood from a large vein in and passes through a device that puts oxygen into it and takes carbon dioxide out before it goes back into your body. |
88d6c759af17698e3d4e7ecb5741c430 | What is the definition of implantable cardioverter defibrillator? | Implantable cardioverter defibrillator ( ICD): An implant that monitors your heart rate and rhythm. When it finds a very fast, abnormal rhythm, it gives the heart muscle an electrical shock so it can beat in a normal rhythm again. |
976e753ea039323d956ffa5536747aa0 | What is the definition of restenosis? | Restenosis: Closing or narrowing of an artery that was previously opened with a procedure like angioplasty. |
3168ddc4d3a1cffbf1929db20723f19d | What is the definition of stroke? | Stroke: A sudden loss of brain function caused by less blood flow to part of your brain. Causes include blood clots in the brain and bleeding into the brain. |
a1d5d7a2a9ea30106f370f4c582f779c | What is the definition of atrial flutter? | Atrial flutter: A heart rhythm that's too fast and causes the upper chambers (atria) to beat too fast and not in sync with the lower chambers (ventricles). |
73e84a5a648ca5b7314c12c7f5340a42 | What is the definition of ventricular tachycardia? | Ventricular tachycardia: A rapid, life-threatening rhythm that starts in the heart's lower chambers. It prevents your heart from filling with blood, and less blood is able to pump through the body. |
04ac2c90e613bfc365f40e0cf8c5fce2 | What is myocarditis? | Myocarditis: Inflammation of the myocardium (heart muscle). |
35583121d2ffa9283678dd86b42d8237 | What is the definition of pulmonary hypertension? | Pulmonary hypertension: High blood pressure in your pulmonary arteries. |
5d70efe176af0175fd79a53ccdfa5dd2 | What is the definition of coronary artery bypass graft? | Coronary artery bypass graft: If your coronary artery disease results from heart failure, a doctor can take arteries or veins (called grafts) from other parts of your body to reroute blood flow around blocked heart arteries. |
914a6bf9262d6b4627dfbfe6f0bf58e6 | What is the definition of atherosclerosis ("hardening of the arteries")? | Atherosclerosis ("hardening of the arteries"): Plaque builds up inside your arteries and can lead to coronary artery disease and other problems. |
7dc8491e2c80664a51e16f6b6fe0d977 | What is the definition of aortic valve homograft? | Aortic valve homograft: When your doctor uses a human valve to replace your narrow or leaky aortic valve. This operation involves cardiopulmonary bypass. |
bf109e3cabbd0605708bfc996cae5bc4 | What is the definition of beta-blocker? | Beta-blocker: A drug that slows heart rate, lowers blood pressure, and controls angina. It protects you from future heart attacks if you've already had one. |
a58735064b30d02757ec6ca99c0e4eb0 | What is the definition of stent? | Stent: A small tube your doctor puts in during an angioplasty to keep the coronary artery open for blood flow. Permanent stents are made of metal mesh, while others are designed to dissolve. |
eb3b5b2ab5cfcfa52f4cbda33fccf3fe | What is the definition of left ventricular assist device? | Left ventricular assist device ( LVAD): A device used to help your heart work when you have end-stage heart failure. |
907b21bee18f3db3c813b9bca678fd7d | What is the definition of cardiomyopathy? | Cardiomyopathy: A serious condition in which your heart doesn't pump as well as it should and becomes weak. It can lead to heart failure and valve problems. |
f7d8efcf4cd5a44ddac14b98b6313a8b | What is the definition of coronary artery disease (atherosclerosis)? | Coronary artery disease (atherosclerosis): A buildup of fatty material in the wall of the coronary artery that causes it to narrow. It can lead to heart failure. |
b18792d4d8475e38f9425b1dc1e33868 | How do I treat impetigo? | If this does not help, seek care from your doctor. You may need a prescription medication. Topical mupirocin ointment, available only by prescription, is highly successful in treating mild forms of the infection. Don't try over-the-counter antibacterial ointments; they are too weak to kill strep and staph infections, and applying the ointment carelessly may actually spread the impetigo. If you have a more severe infection, you may need to take oral antibiotics. |
9857f2bca2bebbd1d8b54739ee4c40a3 | What should I do if someone in my household has impetigo? | Even if only one family member has impetigo, everyone in the household should follow the same sanitary regimen. Wash regularly with soap and water. This should help clear up mild forms of the infection. If this does not help, seek care from your doctor. You may need a prescription medication. Topical mupirocin ointment, available only by prescription, is highly successful in treating mild forms of the infection. Don't try over-the-counter antibacterial ointments; they are too weak to kill strep and staph infections, and applying the ointment carelessly may actually spread the impetigo. If you have a more severe infection, you may need to take oral antibiotics. |
73c567605da49944785e57110d806694 | What should I know about getting extra potassium to treat hypokalemia? | You can get more potassium by taking supplements. Most of these you can take by mouth. In some cases it's necessary to get your potassium injected by IV. For example: If your potassium level is dangerously low If taking supplements don't raise your potassium levels If your low potassium levels cause abnormal heart rhythms When your hypokalemia is a result of another medical condition, your doctor will help you treat that. |
f454aec56b807b5f5945c00df2f8ca6e | How is hypokalemia treated? | For example: If your potassium level is dangerously low If taking supplements don't raise your potassium levels If your low potassium levels cause abnormal heart rhythms When your hypokalemia is a result of another medical condition, your doctor will help you treat that. If you have low potassium because of diuretics, he may take you off them. Sometimes that makes the condition go away. Always check with your doctor before you stop any medicine. Also, ask him before you take any potassium supplements. This might cause too much potassium to build up in your system, which could lead to hyperkalemia. |
7a8f0332b0f4a6ba82034ed491fc8dee | What are less common causes of hypokalemia (low levels of potassium in the blood)? | Most commonly, you get hypokalemia when: You vomit a lot You have diarrhea Your kidneys or adrenal glands don't work well You take medication that makes you pee (water pills or diuretics) It's possible, but rare, to get hypokalemia from having too little potassium in your diet. Other things sometimes cause it, too, like: Drinking too much alcohol Sweating a lot Folic acid deficiency Certain antibiotics Diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acids called ketones in your blood) Laxatives taken over a long period of time Certain types of tobacco Some asthma medications Low magnesium Several syndromes can be associated with low potassium, such as: Cushing's syndrome Gitelman syndrome Liddle syndrome Bartter syndrome Fanconi syndrome Women tend to get hypokalemia more often than men. |
7bf6a4847bd1901ffe62529d74d3a36d | What syndromes are linked to hypokalemia (low levels of potassium in the blood)? | Other things sometimes cause it, too, like: Drinking too much alcohol Sweating a lot Folic acid deficiency Certain antibiotics Diabetic ketoacidosis (high levels of acids called ketones in your blood) Laxatives taken over a long period of time Certain types of tobacco Some asthma medications Low magnesium Several syndromes can be associated with low potassium, such as: Cushing's syndrome Gitelman syndrome Liddle syndrome Bartter syndrome Fanconi syndrome Women tend to get hypokalemia more often than men. |
62fd8817a3cd07e3cd67811fa986fd92 | When should I see a doctor about my IBS? | You think you've got it under control when along comes a new symptom, or the ones you already have just won't go away. Should you make a doctor's appointment or wait it out? If you're not sure, it's always best to get it checked. Whenever you have a symptom of irritable bowel syndrome that lasts a long time, or if you get a new symptom, see your doctor. If you usually take over-the-counter medications but now they don't ease problems like diarrhea, gas, or cramping, you also need to see a doctor. |
3d60580d0df97c3dd1944fc73a700d26 | Are fever, vomiting, and anemia related to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? | If you have one or more, or think you do, you should call your doctor. Any of these problems could point to another, more serious condition. Your doctor can help you figure out what's going on. Even if you don't think the problem is physically part of IBS, but it bothers you, tell your doctor. For example, if you're stressed out or anxious about it, or if you're losing sleep over the problem, let your doctor know. |
d697ada36dabff58c396ea438edade26 | Is weight loss related to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? | If you find you're losing weight for no reason, it's time to get it checked out. |
d31225d2393433fb7c44bb01d35f1f45 | How does weight loss affect irritable bowel syndrome? | If you find you're losing weight for no reason, it's time to get it checked out. |
c73ce8b6334cf6ca9db7a276a97edb95 | Is rectal bleeding a part of IBS? | It could just be a side effect from your irritable bowel syndrome constipation, caused by a tear in your anus. The bleeding also might be caused by a hemorrhoid. But if you have a large amount of blood in your stool, or if the bleeding just won't go away, you should get medical attention as soon as possible. |
9932d18d711b8741349fe36d2939ec74 | What is radical nephrectomy? | The surgery for stage IV renal cell carcinoma is called a radical nephrectomy. A surgeon removes your whole kidney and some of the tissue around it. If your cancer hasn't spread much farther than your kidney, the procedure might cure you. Even if your cancer has spread, surgery could help you live longer. It can also relieve symptoms like pain and bleeding. |
c0eaa37751db98432b0c80be031840e8 | What happens during radical nephrectomy? | During the procedure, the surgeon makes a cut in your side, back, or belly and removes: Your whole kidney The adrenal gland that's on top of the kidney Some of the fat around the organ Some nearby lymph nodes After surgery, you'll go to a recovery room. |
7847bf3f7817cb455a7fe0845b2297e1 | What causes acrocyanosis? | Acrocyanosis is caused by narrowing (constriction) of small arterioles (tiny arteries) toward the end of the arms and legs. |
2fc1b1cee8c5c79e88a4f7f0b5be9318 | How long can you use decongestants? | Decongestants come in oral or nasal spray forms. Decongestants are used to reduce swelling in the nasal passageways. However, nasal spray decongestants should not be used for more than a few days because, if they are used too long and then stopped, they can cause rebound symptoms. |
074867ba73033589c3d7417a1c36c68f | What is the best flu medicine? | The flu treatment you should take depends on your symptoms. For example, if you have nasal or sinus congestion, then a decongestant can be helpful. |
e394be8fb90f14603802851713711db8 | When should antihistamines be used for the flu? | If you have a runny nose, postnasal drip, or itchy, watery eyes -- then an antihistamine may be helpful for your flu symptoms. Antihistamines block the effect of "histamine," and help relieve such annoying symptoms as sneezing, itching, and nasal discharge. |
caa8e72059c46dcfcb5dbc9e66b9b534 | Which flu treatment is best for my sore throat? | Over-the-counter pain relievers and medicated lozenges and gargles can also temporarily soothe a sore throat. Get your doctor's approval before using any medications, including over-the-counter drugs, and don't use lozenges or gargles for more than a few days. Call your doctor if your throat is still sore after a couple of days or if it is severe. The medications could mask signs of strep throat, a bacterial infection that should be treated with antibiotics. |
415491d68bd38755dda3f0f9cf2bb70b | Is it safe to take a decongestant if I have high blood pressure? | Decongestants can increase blood pressure and heart rate. Pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine are oral decongestants commonly available in over-the-counter products. Check with your doctor or pharmacist about safety. |
3ec169a7342e6fd0c43d4a54a28647b5 | Can antibiotics help my flu symptoms? | Antibiotics cannot help flu symptoms. The flu is caused by a virus, and antibiotics only treat bacterial infections. Taking antibiotics needlessly may increase your risk of getting an infection later that resists antibiotic treatment. If you get a secondary bacterial infection with the flu virus, your doctor may prescribe an antibiotic to treat the secondary infection. |
df3ed6a3ef6bb6c23d156ab6af732382 | What does the virus that causes genital herpes (HSV-2) do in your body? | HSV-2 lives in the nerves. When it's active, it travels to the surface of the infected area (skin or mucous membrane) and makes copies of itself. This is called "shedding" because these new viruses can, at this time, rub off on another person. Then the virus travels back down the nerve to a ganglion (mass of nerve tissue), usually at the base of the spine, where it lies dormant for a while. |
79613f3d1210caeb9a9c4d5600b58d21 | How is presbyopia treated? | But there are a lot of ways to improve it. Readers: Yes, those cheap glasses you see at the drugstore can often do the trick. Pick the weakest pair that lets you see what you need to read. Bifocals work for many people. If you have glasses already, this might be the option for you. They're eyeglasses with two different prescriptions in one lens. The top part corrects for distance vision. The lower section helps you see objects up close. Progressive lenses are similar to bifocals, but there's a gradual or blended transition between the two prescriptions instead of separate sections Contact lenses can also treat presbyopia. You might try: Multifocal lenses, which come in soft or gas-permeable versions. Monovision lenses: One lens helps you see objects at a distance. The other is for close-up vision. |
017bb5849f10e915634a334f0f6c60fe | What are the symptoms of presbyopia? | You'll notice: You need to hold reading material at arm's length. |
eb7f1da2fc8bb84a39c4597beb748e56 | How do you know if you have presbyopia? | Blurred vision at a normal reading distance Headaches or fatigue from doing close work Your eye doctor can diagnose presbyopia with a thorough eye exam. |
edc5394cce338cebdcd74085022cb23b | How does presbyopia occur? | Presbyopia is often confused with farsightedness, but the two are different. Presbyopia happens when the natural lens in the eye gets less flexible. Farsightedness is from a misshaped eyeball that causes light rays to focus incorrectly once they have entered the eye. |
157f1762aa9bfd2ef499723463eaebb0 | What other procedures can treat presbyopia? | KAMRA Inlay is an FDA-approved implant. That means a doctor will surgically place it in one eye. It can work for people with presbyopia who haven't had cataract surgery. Other procedures are available as well. |
06d68a16862b61efbb4fd5c7da8342c8 | How is a Raindrop Inlay used to treat presbyopia? | KAMRA Inlay is an FDA-approved implant. That means a doctor will surgically place it in one eye. |
d182dc7877518663b7f51507506897ac | How can you treat presbyopia? | But there are a lot of ways to improve it. Readers: Yes, those cheap glasses you see at the drugstore can often do the trick. Pick the weakest pair that lets you see what you need to read. |
eac948119a02526d1f0581ee1c0be9f4 | How is presbyopia diagnosed? | Blurred vision at a normal reading distance Headaches or fatigue from doing close work Your eye doctor can diagnose presbyopia with a thorough eye exam. |
88320f0395e03491a26611e1250f4426 | What are symptoms of fulminant hepatitis A infection? | You could have symptoms like: Spontaneous bleeding or easy bruising Confusion and changes in alertness Liver function that gets worse Yellowing of the skin and eyes that gets worse Make an appointment if you have any of the symptoms and you recently: Traveled out of the country, especially if you went to Mexico, South America, Central America, or anywhere without good sanitation Ate at a restaurant that reported a hepatitis A outbreak Found out someone close to you, like a roommate or caregiver, was diagnosed with hepatitis A Had sex with someone who has hepatitis A Ate raw shellfish Used illegal drugs When you see your doctor, he may spot some more signs that you've got the disease. |
db81cf8637c75cb4b64c72840ff41e66 | How long do symptoms of hepatitis A last? | How long it lasts can vary from person to person. Symptoms can range from mild to severe. Some things to keep in mind: Mild hepatitis A may last 1 to 2 weeks. Most people are much better within 3 weeks. Young children who get symptoms usually get better within 2 months. If you have a severe infection, it can cause problems for several months. You may need to stay in the hospital. Some people have symptoms that can last more than 3 months or have problems that come and go for 3 to 9 months. |
a0a72e45073b06483966a67e0871e708 | When should you call your doctor about your child's cough? | Call 911 if your child: Is struggling for breath, can't talk, or grunts with each breath Is choking and unable to stop Has passed out or stopped breathing Has blue-tinged lips or fingernails Call your doctor right away if your child: Has trouble breathing or talking Persistent vomiting Turns red or purple when coughing Drools or has trouble swallowing Seems very sick or fatigued May have an object caught in their throat Has chest pain when breathing deep Is coughing blood or wheezing Has a weak immune system or is not fully immunized Is younger than age 4 months with a rectal temperature above 100.4 ° F ( Do not give fever medicine to infants.) Has a fever over 104 F, with no improvement in two hours after fever medicine |
a57fd92906373e83b352243ac919589f | When should you call 911 about your child's cough? | Call 911 if your child: Is struggling for breath, can't talk, or grunts with each breath Is choking and unable to stop Has passed out or stopped breathing Has blue-tinged lips or fingernails Call your doctor right away if your child: Has trouble breathing or talking Persistent vomiting Turns red or purple when coughing Drools or has trouble swallowing Seems very sick or fatigued May have an object caught in their throat Has chest pain when breathing deep Is coughing blood or wheezing Has a weak immune system or is not fully immunized Is younger than age 4 months with a rectal temperature above 100.4 ° F ( Do not give fever medicine to infants.) |
46ada133c23d27c26d708d0ed227b11e | How much calcium should I get through supplements? | It depends on how much you're already getting in your diet. Adults need 1,000 milligrams of calcium (from all sources) every day, and that amount goes up with age. Women over 50 and men over 70 need 1,200 milligrams per day. If you think you need a supplement to boost your number, check with your doctor. |
8c229fbf69e4a524247da5978a460627 | What can happen if I get too much calcium? | High levels of the mineral in your blood can lead to kidney problems, as well as hardened blood vessels and tissue. Some studies also link high calcium intake, particularly from supplements, with a greater risk of heart disease, though the results aren't settled. |
1af3d6fd9453e07137ae2292de1fd3e1 | What type of insulin do you need? | Insulin comes in four basic forms: Rapid-acting insulin starts to work within 30 minutes after injection. Its effects only last 2 to 3 hours. Regular- or short-acting insulin takes about 30 minutes to work and lasts for about 3 to 6 hours. Intermediate-acting insulin takes up to 4 hours to work fully. It peaks anywhere from 4 to 12 hours, and its effects can last for about 12 to 18 hours. Long-acting insulin begins to work in about 2 hours and then lasts up to a full day, steadily without a real peak. Your doctor can tell you which type will work best with your diabetes type and blood sugar level. |
98a01e00a80e525a3fec4fcfbf593a36 | What questions might your doctor ask you about insulin? | How do you feel while taking your insulin? Have you noticed any side effects? How are you responding to your insulin dose? Are you having any problems with high or low blood sugar? Have you had any trouble using your insulin syringe, pen, or pump? Do you know how to store and dispose of your used syringes or needles? |
109d8bbabe939be4d09dfb03330a5ab4 | What can I eat while taking insulin? | Ask your doctor for food recommendations to help your insulin work best. For instance, you'll want to know how much to eat at each meal, which types of foods are best for you to eat, whether you need to have snacks, and when you should eat. If you drink alcohol, ask your doctor if that's OK while you're taking insulin, and what your limit should be. |
e1f4360bd2b9c2e3955bc920a74c1e64 | What questions should I ask my doctor about the side effects of insulin? | The most common side effects are low blood sugar and weight gain. Ask your doctor what others you might have, and what to do if you get them. |
a332e0f09d6f0b2a772a0ac71ab15bdb | What questions should I ask my doctor about reusing syringes? | Doing so can lower your costs, but it is not without risk. Ask your doctor if that's safe for you, and how to keep your syringes clean so you don't get an infection. If you throw out your syringes after each use, ask how to safely dispose of them. |
1c420a81b32b5a5271cbc5c6d2f3f1dd | What questions should I ask my doctor about when to take insulin? | It depends on things such as: The type of insulin you use (fast-acting, premixed, etc.) How much and what type of food you eat How much exercise you get Other health conditions you have The type of insulin delivery system (such as shots, pump, or inhaler) you use Your doctor may want you to take insulin a half-hour before meals, so it's available when sugar from food enters your bloodstream. Find out exactly when during the day you need to take each of your injections, and what to do if you forget to give yourself an injection. |
5020565cc8138b0d5c0684bd380db999 | What questions should I ask my doctor about storing insulin? | Most insulin makers recommend storing it in the refrigerator, but injecting cold insulin can be uncomfortable. Make sure it's at room temperature before injecting. Ask your doctor whether to store your insulin in the fridge or at room temperature. Also find out how long your insulin will last, and how to tell if it has gone bad. |
0bdb6dda1b4a59ffbb88382e72054c0b | What questions should I ask my doctor about the type of insulin I need if I am diabetic? | Insulin comes in four basic forms: Rapid-acting insulin starts to work within 30 minutes after injection. Its effects only last 2 to 3 hours. Regular- or short-acting insulin takes about 30 minutes to work and lasts for about 3 to 6 hours. Intermediate-acting insulin takes up to 4 hours to work fully. It peaks anywhere from 4 to 12 hours, and its effects can last for about 12 to 18 hours. Long-acting insulin begins to work in about 2 hours and then lasts up to a full day, steadily without a real peak. Your doctor can tell you which type will work best with your diabetes type and blood sugar level. |
7d87c75c50f2b5f80e5a48b299c75683 | What questions should I ask my doctor about where to inject insulin? | Most people inject it into their lower belly area, since it's easy to reach. ( Be sure to stay at least 2 inches from the belly button.) You can also inject insulin into your arms, thighs, or buttocks. Ask your doctor or diabetes educator to show you the right way to inject, including how to keep your needle and skin clean to prevent infections. Also learn how to rotate the injection site so you don't develop hard, fatty deposits under the skin from repeated injections. |
f486029c6143c053385ce856eb4980f3 | How do I know what diet changes to make if I use insulin? | Ask your doctor for food recommendations to help your insulin work best. For instance, you'll want to know how much to eat at each meal, which types of foods are best for you to eat, whether you need to have snacks, and when you should eat. If you drink alcohol, ask your doctor if that's OK while you're taking insulin, and what your limit should be. |
ab9e1725e53821c2f86c4dca0190c407 | What can help with suicidal patients with schizophrenia? | If you know someone who is thinking or talking about suicide, get them help. You can call 911 or a crisis line, such as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. If someone has schizophrenia and is not suicidal now, they need: Treatment for any depression symptoms Improvement in how well they follow their schizophrenia treatment People who can closely watch them, especially if they've had significant losses A safety plan that prepares for any failure to develope effective means of coping or a worsening of symptoms |
3b027bb464daf69092d33141df333984 | Which patients with schizophrenia are more likely to attempt suicide? | The classic person with schizophrenia who attempts suicide may: Be a male under age 30 Have a higher IQ Have been a high achiever as a teen and young adult Be painfully aware of schizophrenia's effect on him Suicide is also more likely in someone who is: Hopeless Socially isolated Living in a hospital In worsening health Suffering from a recent loss or rejection Lacking support from other people Having family stress or instability Fearing that their mental condition could worsen Too dependent on treatment or has lost faith in it Suicide among people with schizophrenia is also linked to: Long-term illness Family history of suicide Past or present history of depression Drug abuse Being very upset and impulsive Suicidal thoughts Greater number of prescriptions for schizophrenia medications and antidepressants Negative attitudes toward medication and not following their treatment plan Not being able to work and being dependent on others In general, the core symptoms of psychosis -- hallucinations and delusions -- seem to have a weaker link to suicide than symptoms such as: Hopelessness Negative outlook on life Sense of worthlessness Awareness that schizophrenia is negatively affecting how the person thinks Keep an eye out for signs that the person feels hopeless or that they have suffered a loss. |
751995fd6cfb212472a7242965da0750 | How much melatonin does it take to help increase sleep? | A host of studies show that as little as 0.1 to .3 milligrams may be enough for most people. Experts suggest that the fast-release melatonin is possibly more effective as a sleep remedy than the slow-release formulas. |
97351c9f86dce6f22ca30a583fbe5b1e | What should you know about tryptophan as a natural sleep aid? | Yet some people who took tryptophan as a natural supplement developed a syndrome eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome ( EMS). Some people died. Scientists later believed the deaths were the result of taking the amino acid tryptophan. Not everyone who took tryptophan, however, experienced these side effects. In addition, not everyone who took tryptophan received help for insomnia. The influence of tryptophan on sleep continues to be studied in major sleep laboratories across the nation. While this amino acid is not available as a natural dietary supplement or sleep remedy, you can easily include tryptophan in your diet through food sources such as turkey, cheese, nuts, beans, eggs, and milk. |
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