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1b42f7c1fc962d87aa0b743621821b06 | What is stage IV prostate cancer? | This happens when your cancer has spread to the bladder, rectum, lymph nodes, organs, or bones. Cases of stage IV are rarely cured. Still, treatments can extend your life and ease your pain. |
b6f2054b2287b46e4be4addd70c73378 | What are the treatments for stage III prostate cancer? | With stage III, you should consider the following treatments: External radiation plus hormone therapy External radiation plus brachytherapy and possible hormone therapy Radical prostatectomy, often combined with removal of your pelvic lymph nodes. Your doctor might recommend radiation after surgery. |
3b7622b9c71b161bf4872f7d9eab3a0b | What is Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS)? | Actually a group of more than 10 disorders, EDS is characterized by over-flexible joints, stretchy skin, and abnormal growth of scar tissue. Symptoms can range from mild to disabling. Depending on the specific form of EDS, other symptoms may include: A curved spine Weak blood vessels Bleeding gums Problems with the lungs, heart valves, or digestion Epidermolysis bullosa ( EB). |
f3d81a2d0f963ccd36ce004e9fa75d0e | What are inherited disorders of connective tissue? | !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(); }); } Some connective tissue diseases -- often called heritable disorders of connective tissue ( HDCTs) -- are the result of changes in certain genes. Many of these are quite rare. |
cd8bea92aeb8a496e1cf9b2c9d27b650 | What is epidermolysis bullosa (EB)? | People with EB have skin that is so fragile that it tears or blisters as a result of a minor bump, stumble, or even friction from clothing. Some forms of EB may involve the digestive tract, the respiratory tract, the muscles, or the bladder. Caused by defects of several proteins in the skin, EB is usually evident at birth. |
29ecaf117481c62d6c0353c9fd268d1d | what is osteogenesis imperfecta? | Osteogenesis imperfecta is a condition of brittle bones, low muscle mass, and lax joints and ligaments. There are several types of this condition. Specific symptoms depend on the specific type and may include: Blue or gray tint to the whites of the eyes Thin skin Curved spine Breathing problems Hearing loss Teeth that break easily The disease occurs when a mutation in two genes responsible for type 1 collagen reduces the amount or quality of the protein. Type 1 collagen is important to the structure of bone and skin. |
40ee677bd31855d6a2766c05c91aaffd | What is mixed connective tissue disease? | People with MCTD have some features characteristic of several diseases, including lupus, scleroderma, polymyositis or dermatomyositis, and rheumatoid arthritis. When this occurs, doctors often make the diagnosis of mixed connective tissue disease. While many people with mixed connective tissue disease have mild symptoms, others may experience life-threatening complications. |
482e996c97c730c59a541623ec6d81c3 | What is vasculitis? | Vasculitis is a general term for more than 20 different conditions characterized by inflammation of the blood vessels. These can affect blood flow to the organs and other body tissues. Vasculitis can involve any of the blood vessels. |
af0138782013824113e02f66f9ce9020 | What are the symptoms of pudendal neuralgia? | You usually feel pudendal neuralgia symptoms in your lower body, genitals, or perineum (the area between your genitals and anus). These may include: A sharp or burning pain More sensitivity Numbness or a pins-and-needles feeling, like when your leg falls asleep A swollen feeling These feelings might be worse when you sit down. Or you may have symptoms on both sides of your body, and they might go into your belly, buttocks, or legs. You also may have problems such as: A sudden or frequent need to go to the bathroom Trouble or pain during sex For men, problems getting an erection If you have pelvic pain, tell your doctor. |
b981b1ed06a81e2ddf130011e6ad8e83 | How is pudendal neuralgia diagnosed? | You also may have problems such as: A sudden or frequent need to go to the bathroom Trouble or pain during sex For men, problems getting an erection If you have pelvic pain, tell your doctor. At your appointment, you'll answer questions about your symptoms and get a physical examination. Your doctor will put a finger into your vagina or rectum and put pressure on the nerve to check on it. You might also get an imaging test with an MRI machine. It uses powerful magnets and radio waves to take a picture of your body's internal organs. Your doctor may also give you a pudendal nerve block. This is a shot you get in your pelvis to numb the nerve and see if your symptoms go away. |
a6388aa6b72ee24ae9dd14f02f48a5ec | What is the most common food intolerance? | These triggers cause about 90% of food allergies: Peanuts Tree nuts (such as walnuts, pecans and almonds) Fish Shellfish Milk Eggs Soy Wheat The most common food intolerance is lactose intolerance. It happens when people can't digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy. |
19a4367942bd37072c31427e27ee43e6 | What are the symptoms of food allergy? | You may have these symptoms: Gas, cramps, or bloating Heartburn Headaches Irritability or nervousness A food allergy happens when your immune system mistakes something in food as harmful and attacks it. It can affect your whole body, not just your stomach. Symptoms may include: Rash, hives, or itchy skin Shortness of breath Chest pain Sudden drop in blood pressure, trouble swallowing or breathing -- this is life-threatening. Call 911 immediately. |
ad561f52de328680967dcdc25c924c34 | What are the symptoms of food intolerance? | Food Allergy: Usually comes on suddenly Small amount of food can trigger Happens every time you eat the food Can be life-threatening Food Intolerance: Usually comes on gradually May only happen when you eat a lot of the food May only happen if you eat the food often Is not life-threatening A food allergy and an intolerance both can cause: Nausea Stomach pain Diarrhea Vomiting When a food irritates your stomach or your body can't properly digest it, that's an intolerance. You may have these symptoms: Gas, cramps, or bloating Heartburn Headaches Irritability or nervousness A food allergy happens when your immune system mistakes something in food as harmful and attacks it. |
4f038f41ed811a03dab9eac7c6911228 | What are common triggers of food allergies? | These triggers cause about 90% of food allergies: Peanuts Tree nuts (such as walnuts, pecans and almonds) Fish Shellfish Milk Eggs Soy Wheat The most common food intolerance is lactose intolerance. |
9972bc44368ce861643ba9ad42676fc8 | What are the symptoms of Stevens-Johnson syndrome? | SJS usually starts with a fever and feeling like you have the flu. A few days later, other symptoms appear, including: Painful red or purple skin that looks burned and peels off Blisters on your skin, mouth, nose, and genitals Red, painful, watery eyes SJS is dangerous. If you have these symptoms, go to the emergency room. |
691e7b649edb62855eec5ec26bd7b898 | When are you more likely to get Stevens-Johnson syndrome? | Some of the most common are: Medicines for gout, a painful form of arthritis -- especially allopurinol ( Aloprim, Zyloprim) Pain relievers such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol), ibuprofen ( Advil, Motrin), and naproxen sodium ( Aleve) Sulfa antibiotics, a kind of drug that fights infections (including Bactrim and Septra) Medicines that treat seizures or mental illness The medicines most likely to cause problems in kids are sulfa antibiotics, Tylenol, and drugs that treat seizures, especially carbamazepine ( Carbatrol, Tegretol). If you're going to get SJS, it will most likely happen in the first 2 months you're taking a drug. An infection, like pneumonia or the herpes virus that causes cold sores, can also trigger SJS. This happens more often with kids than adults. You're more likely to get SJS if you have: HIV or other problems with your immune system Had SJS before Certain genes you inherit from your parents Radiation treatments You'll be treated for SJS in the hospital by a special team of doctors and nurses. |
85f8e2a619969da4f7ffe3965c9e8056 | What is recovery like after treatment for Stevens-Johnson syndrome? | You could be in the hospital from 2 to 4 weeks. It takes time to recover from SJS, and most people do. Severe cases can be fatal, though, especially during the 3 months after it started. The most common complications tend to be sepsis (an inflammatory reaction in your whole body), trouble breathing because fluid builds up in your lungs, or many organs that stop working. Your chances are better if you're young and otherwise healthy, but you're still at greater risk for up to a year. Sometimes SJS has effects that will show up years after you heal, including: Scars where your skin peeled Dry eyes that hurt in bright light Trouble seeing Infections in your gums or mouth Lung problems such as bronchitis, which causes a bad cough and trouble breathing There's often no way to know how you'll react to certain medicines -- even ones your doctor prescribes. |
4ef24e9bee4f1c612baa4e6078123b66 | What foods have high amounts of isoflavones? | The following foods are high in isoflavone and may help symptoms of menopause: Isoflavone Amount ( Mg) In Food (100g) Soybeans, green, raw 151.17 Soy flour (textured) 148.61 Soybeans, dry roasted 128.35 Instant beverage soy, powder, not reconstituted 109.51 Miso soup mix, dry 60.39 Soybean chips 54.16 Tempeh, cooked 53.00 Soybean curd cheese 28.20 Tofu, silken 27.91 Tofu, yogurt 16.30 Soymilk 9.65 While safe when taken in moderate amounts through diet, there remains some questions about the safety of consuming extraordinary amounts of soy and isoflavone supplements in women with a history of estrogen-dependent cancer, like breast cancer. |
99569e90e9d48bc4c692fa9fc7baf546 | How can nutritional supplements help treat menopause symptoms? | Many women going through menopause try to get relief from their symptoms by including phytoestrogens, or natural estrogens, in their diet. There are also other nutritional supplements that are touted to help relieve menopausal symptoms, such as black cohosh and flaxseed. |
e945db2d8e3481dc61ad83d336c5c8c8 | What questions should I ask my doctor about alternative therapies for menopause? | Ask yourself the following questions about alternative therapies: What is the treatment? What does it involve? How does it work? Why does it work? Are there any risks? What are the side effects? Is it effective? ( Ask for evidence or proof) How much does it cost? |
76f0d8de8fee40c2ecfb1a2494318827 | How can my doctor help me find the right alternative therapy for menopause? | Once you answer these questions, discuss the therapy with your doctor. Make sure your doctor knows what therapy you are considering in order to discuss possible interactions or side effects with your current treatment. |
72a89c85b6e99da817f435f6e3b118a8 | What's the difference between alternative therapies and complementary therapies? | Alternative treatments are often used alone, while complementary treatments are alternative treatments that are used in combination with traditional treatments, such as medication or surgery. |
8ead164a7ba1188cdb58bff2128521a1 | Can botanicals relieve menopause symptoms? | Some botanicals, such as phytoestrogens, may help relieve menopause symptoms, although research findings are contradictory and women who have their uterus or have had breast cancer should exercise caution. |
63ad81765e0f23a5779f113086e588d2 | What are alternative therapies? | Complementary and alternative therapies are treatments that are considered nontraditional. They include dietary and herbal supplements, acupuncture, chiropractic, and massage therapy, biofeedback, homeopathy, and eating certain foods that are thought to prevent disease or heal. |
face4ff629da3b01405ccf3e5f3d14e8 | How can black cohosh help ease menopause symptoms? | The North American Menopause Society reports that black cohosh may be helpful in the very short term (six months or less) for treatment of hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness, but the evidence of its effectiveness is mixed. Safety beyond six months of use is not known. |
f6a8e6789bf16fae7690c161b23cf1a7 | Can evening primrose oil help menopause symptoms? | Evening primrose oil is another botanical that is often used to treat hot flashes, although there is no scientific evidence to support this. Side effects include nausea, diarrhea, problems with the immune system, and blood clotting . Many women with other conditions, or those who take certain medications, should not take evening primrose oil. |
9f455226ad834e5afe3bb745f4f89917 | What botanicals are safe to take during menopause? | The following foods are high in isoflavone and may help symptoms of menopause: Isoflavone Amount ( Mg) In Food (100g) Soybeans, green, raw 151.17 Soy flour (textured) 148.61 Soybeans, dry roasted 128.35 Instant beverage soy, powder, not reconstituted 109.51 Miso soup mix, dry 60.39 Soybean chips 54.16 Tempeh, cooked 53.00 Soybean curd cheese 28.20 Tofu, silken 27.91 Tofu, yogurt 16.30 Soymilk 9.65 While safe when taken in moderate amounts through diet, there remains some questions about the safety of consuming extraordinary amounts of soy and isoflavone supplements in women with a history of estrogen-dependent cancer, like breast cancer. Clinical trials are underway to answer these questions. Because little is known about many botanicals, the best way to evaluate their safety and effectiveness is to become an educated consumer. |
dff6fc89e3ffd389a283e803539d5d41 | What should you expect in a dilated eye exam for vitreomacular adhesion? | Dilated eye exam: Drops will be put on your eye to enlarge your pupil. That'll give your doctor a look at your retina, macula, and optic nerve at the back of your eye. It's a good way to find things like a macula hole or detached retina. VMA can cause both of those. This painless procedure also shows problems with blood vessels, like swelling or leaking. Because your pupils are dilated, your vision will be blurry for several hours afterward. You may need someone to drive you home from your appointment. If you wear contact lenses, you'll need to remove them before the test. |
d82238e8790f033fb079e9523319c0c1 | What should you expect in an optical coherence tomography for vitreomacular adhesion? | Optical coherence tomography: This gives your doctor a 3- D view of the cell layers inside the retina. It uses light to take pictures of the back of your eye. It shows the thickness of the retina and can also show swelling in the macula. This test can also see how well you are healing after treatment for VMA. Like with the fluorescein angiogram, you may have your pupils dilated and will sit with your head motionless on a special chin rest. |
9109473f69c3fcf516f367336b38e3a1 | What should you expect in an Amsler grid for vitreomacular adhesion? | Amsler grid: This examines your central vision. You'll be asked to look at a dot in the middle of a grid. If you have blurred or distorted central vision, the grid will appear fuzzy or misshapen. If it does, that means there's a problem with your macula, a tiny portion of the retina that picks up details. Vitreomacular adhesion can cause swelling or a change in the shape of your macula. All of these can affect your vision. |
7b6eef4a3f5292fe25df41538fe4dc2c | What should you expect in a fluorescein angiogram for vitreomacular adhesion? | Fluorescein angiogram: Your eye doctor may want to give you this after a dilated eye exam. It's a more detailed look at the blood vessels in your eyes. You'll be given eye drops to dilate your pupil in this test. You'll put your head on a chin rest so it stays still. Dye that glows green under a fluorescent light will be injected in your arm. A camera takes pictures as the dye travels through the blood vessels in your retina. It shows the doctor any damage there. The test can be done in your eye doctor's office. It can also rule out things like age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. The test is safe, but you may have nausea and a warm feeling when the dye is put in. You should also expect your skin to turn a bit yellow. Your pee may become a darker, orange color for a day or two after the test. Like what happened with the dilated eye exam, your vision will be blurry for hours afterward. You'll need to someone to drive you home. |
7f60dee96c1b8cae50e46bd7663b4934 | What should you expect in a visual acuity test for vitreomacular adhesion? | Visual acuity test: This will happen first. It's the standard eye chart with letters that get smaller as you go down the rows. You'll be asked to read the smallest line of letters you can see with one eye, then the other. This will tell your doctor how much vision you've lost since your last eye exam. |
0b6dbfec4cdc7626ef9aa37166dd644c | When do eye freckles form? | There are two types of eye freckles. |
4e48b37e08a5f497646e9a8a7f2fdfa5 | What causes eye freckles? | Doctors don't know why some people have them and others don't, but a couple of things may affect your chances: Race: Choroidal nevi -- in the back of your eye -- are much more common in white people or people with lighter skin tones than in black people. Sun exposure: It's possible that sun damage might raise your chances of nevi, and there's evidence that iris freckles are related to being out in the sun. A 2017 study found that people who spent more time in the sun had more iris freckles. |
0a4967a8eb853633185bf435241349c0 | What are iris freckles? | The other type of eye freckles are called iris freckles. These are tiny flecks in the colored part of your eye. They're more like the freckles on your skin than moles -- they're only on the surface of your eye and don't affect its shape. About half of all people have iris freckles. |
c56effcb58ddbecfd607c6a649010b24 | What are other reasons to see an eye doctor for eye freckles? | Other reasons to see an eye doctor include: A freckle in your eye that's grown or changed its shape or color Eye pain You see flashing lights Other changes in your vision To protect your eyes, wear sunglasses that block at least 99% of UV rays when you're outside. |
f54eb84bcf5cbd7eea31e2b36fa35ffc | Do eye freckles need treatment? | Most don't -- they're harmless, just like most moles and freckles on your skin. They're not likely to affect your vision or cause any problems. The only reason you might need treatment for an eye freckle is if your doctor thinks it might be a melanoma. |
fd92b4f79a844ccf0276a825f44136ea | How can eye freckles vary by color? | They have different names depending on where they are: Conjunctival nevus: On the surface of your eye Iris nevus: In the colored part of your eye Choroidal nevus: Under your retina (in back of your eye) Nevi can be yellow, brown, gray, or a combination of colors. They're made by special cells called melanocytes, which give your skin and your eyes their color. Those cells are usually spread out, but if enough of them clump together, they form a nevus. |
9fab7e37091c31359fd93363be8ca587 | How can I protect my eyes from eye freckles? | Other reasons to see an eye doctor include: A freckle in your eye that's grown or changed its shape or color Eye pain You see flashing lights Other changes in your vision To protect your eyes, wear sunglasses that block at least 99% of UV rays when you're outside. While we don't know for sure, sunglasses might lower of the chances that a harmless nevus will turn into melanoma. |
883f205b9807ff1635cd6f4078bb5817 | What are the different names for eye freckles? | But others are hidden in the back of your eye, where no one but your eye doctor will ever see them. They have different names depending on where they are: Conjunctival nevus: On the surface of your eye Iris nevus: In the colored part of your eye Choroidal nevus: Under your retina (in back of your eye) Nevi can be yellow, brown, gray, or a combination of colors. |
ebf82732167a90ca62a74621ec9952da | What medical tests or exams may a doctor ask for during an ADHD diagnosis? | To rule out other conditions, a doctor may ask for tests, including: Hearing and eyesight A blood test for lead levels A blood test for diseases such as thyroid disease A test to measure electrical activity in the brain A CT scan or MRI to check for brain abnormalities To diagnose ADHD, doctors most often use guidelines established by the American Psychiatric Association. |
819de6fa8f769a426c5ce2ecbf56b454 | What is the Behavior Assessment System for Children? | This test looks for things like hyperactivity, aggression, and conduct problems. It also looks for anxiety, depression, attention and learning problems, and lack of certain essential skills. |
6ffaff49965765dfe04ac656501b3fdc | What is the Child Behavior Checklist/Teacher Report Form? | Among other things, this scale looks at physical complaints, aggressive or delinquent behavior, and withdrawal. |
c4eed0aa42e08e8f814fcc2160fbeec2 | What do doctors look for to diagnose ADHD? | Instead, doctors rely on several things, including: Interviews with the parents, relatives, teachers, or other adults Personally watching the child or adult Questionnaires or rating scales that measure symptoms of ADHD Psychological tests The doctor needs to see how much a person's symptoms are affecting his daily moods, behavior, productivity, and lifestyle habits. And he needs to rule out other conditions. |
4678cd0438a2a46a85777aa94a7e2a64 | What ratings scales do doctors use to evaluate and track ADHD symptoms? | Along with these APA guidelines, doctors may also use rating scales to help them evaluate and track ADHD symptoms. A few examples are The Vanderbilt Assessment Scale. This 55-question assessment tool reviews symptoms of ADHD. It also looks for other conditions such as conduct disorder, oppositional-defiant disorder, anxiety, and depression. The Child Attention Profile ( CAP). This scale is generally filled out by teachers and tracks common ADHD symptoms. Behavior Assessment System for Children ( BASC). This test looks for things like hyperactivity, aggression, and conduct problems. It also looks for anxiety, depression, attention and learning problems, and lack of certain essential skills. Child Behavior Checklist/ Teacher Report Form ( CBCL). Among other things, this scale looks at physical complaints, aggressive or delinquent behavior, and withdrawal. |
d5be531da19c1965e64a8202cb6c5528 | How is hyperactive-impulsive type ADHD diagnosed? | Hyperactive- Impulsive Type: A person must have at least 6 out these 9 symptoms, and few symptoms of inattentive type: Fidgets or squirms a lot Gets up from his seat a lot Runs or climbs at inappropriate times Has trouble playing quietly Always âon the goâ as if âdriven by a motor" Talks excessively Blurts an answer before the question has been completed Trouble waiting his turn Interrupts others 3. |
688ed5661996dbba926e22afcaf04a9a | Where on food labels should I check for trans fats? | Check the Nutrition Facts label and the ingredient list. If the Nutrition Facts label says the product has "0 g trans fat," that doesn't necessarily mean it has no trans fats. It could have up to half a gram of trans fats per serving. So check the ingredient label to see if "partially hydrogenated oils" is on the list. Those are trans fats. |
3779796859fac056df42cd663d45f2be | Why do I need to check food labels for trans fats? | You might have seen those trans fats listed as "partially hydrogenated oils." While food companies slowly remove trans fats from their products, you still need to check labels. |
05b30c30233a83e4e206e5fcdb0aa14f | What are the kinds of chest retractions? | In adults, they're also caused by: Asthma Pneumonia A bad allergic reaction Epiglottitis, when the tissue that covers your windpipe swells up The kind of chest retractions you have depends on their location. Subcostal retractions: When your belly pulls in beneath your rib cage Substernal retractions: If your belly pulls beneath your breastbone Suprasternal retractions: When the skin in the middle of your neck sucks in. It's also called a tracheal tug. Superclavical retractions: Happen on the part of your neck above your collarbone Intercostal retractions: Happen between each rib Wherever they're happening, chest retractions mean your body's not getting enough air. |
0940690d7d8d01f74166c475ad9aaf78 | What should you expect during laser resurfacing? | Generally, laser resurfacing is an outpatient procedure, meaning there is no overnight stay. The doctor may treat individual wrinkles around your eyes, mouth, or forehead or treat your entire face. For small areas, the doctor will numb the areas to be treated with a local anesthetic. The doctor may also sedate you. You may get general anesthesia if your whole face is being treated. If the doctor is just treating parts of your face, the procedure will take about 30 to 45 minutes. A full-face treatment takes up to two hours. |
8d27c0c76d7cd271440c9590509d3248 | What types of makeup can you wear after laser resurfacing? | Once the treated areas have healed, you can wear makeup to hide the pink to red color that is typically seen after laser skin resurfacing. Green-based make-ups are particularly suitable for this camouflage since they neutralize the red color. Oil-free make-ups are recommended after laser resurfacing. |
129d4de45ad6812438ddcdc4f256e828 | How can you prepare for laser resurfacing? | Start by consulting a plastic surgeon or dermatologist to find out if you're a good candidate. Be sure to choose a doctor who has documented training and experience in laser skin resurfacing. The doctor will determine which laser treatment is best for you after considering your medical history, current health, and desired results. Tell the doctor if you get cold sores or fever blisters around your mouth. Laser skin resurfacing can trigger breakouts in people who are at risk. If you decide to go ahead with laser skin resurfacing, your doctor will ask you to avoid taking any medications or supplements that can affect clotting -- such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or vitamin E -- for 10 days before surgery. If you smoke, you should stop for two weeks before and after the procedure. Smoking can prolong healing. Your doctor may prescribe an antibiotic beforehand to prevent bacterial infections and also an antiviral medication if you are prone to cold sores or fever blisters. |
3e16eafc2bb80f014381f08850591804 | Who is a good candidate for laser resurfacing? | If you have acne or if you have very dark skin, you may not be a candidate. This technique is also not recommended for stretch marks. You should discuss whether laser resurfacing is right for you by consulting with the doctor before having the procedure done. |
162b1632842dffaef27d0fe689118324 | What is CO2 laser resurfacing? | This method has been used for years to treat different skin issues, including wrinkles, scars, warts, enlarged oil glands on the nose, and other conditions. The newest version of CO2 laser resurfacing (fractionated CO2) uses very short pulsed light energy (known as ultrapulse) or continuous light beams that are delivered in a scanning pattern to remove thin layers of skin with minimal heat damage. Recovery takes up to two weeks. |
33496ef248b714aed1f1d41052dff54a | Who is more likely to get hyponatremia? | But at any age, you're more likely to get it if you have a condition like kidney disease, SIADH, or heart failure. It can also happen if you take the drugs that make the condition more likely. If you drink too much water when you do something that's physically very hard -- like a marathon -- you may be more likely to develop hyponatremia. |
9cde6aa61b2efbcf5960fe3a7bda7b7e | What causes of infertility can in vitro fertilization treat? | When it comes to infertility, IVF may be an option if you or your partner have been diagnosed with: Endometriosis Low sperm counts Problems with the uterus or fallopian tubes Problems with ovulation Antibody problems that harm sperm or eggs The inability of sperm to penetrate or survive in the cervical mucus Poor egg quality Genetic disease of mother or father An unexplained fertility problem IVF is never the first step in the treatment of infertility except in cases of complete tubal blockage. Instead, it's reserved for cases in which other methods such as fertility drugs, surgery, and artificial insemination haven't worked. |
e9b08b011003d8d67e56786c9e70d608 | What are the success rates for in vitro fertilization? | Success rates for IVF depend on a number of factors, including the reason for infertility, where you're having the procedure done, and your age. The CDC compiles national statistics for all assisted reproductive technology ( ART) procedures performed in the U. S., including IVF, GIFT, and ZIFT, although IVF is by far the most common; it accounts for 99% of the procedures. The most recent report from 2016 found: Pregnancy was achieved in an average of 27.3% of all cycles (higher or lower depending on the age of the woman). |
fa652cf709590d72bd409896c8c25eb3 | What can be combined with in vitro fertilization to help with infertility in a man? | In cases where the man's sperm count is extremely low or there is poor motility (movement of the sperm), doctors may combine IVF with a procedure called intracytoplasmic sperm injection. In this procedure, a sperm is taken from semen -- or in some cases right from the testicles -- and inserted directly into the egg. Once a viable embryo is produced, it is transferred to the uterus using the usual IVF procedure. |
459075947b5e3c6ba806a1b0e8bd505b | What are some questions to ask at the in vitro fertilization clinic? | If you think that IVF might make sense for you, carefully assess any treatment center before undergoing the procedure. Here are some questions to ask the staff at the fertility clinic: What is your pregnancy ratio per embryo transfer? What is your pregnancy rate for couples in our age group and with our fertility problem? What is the live birth rate for all couples who undergo this procedure each year at your facility? How many of those deliveries are twins or other multiple births? How much will the procedure cost, including the cost of the hormone treatments? How much does it cost to store embryos and how long can we store them? Do you participate in an egg donation program? |
d42221b48aed6dfc0d6c55856289559d | How can shingles cause chest pain? | Caused by the varicella zoster virus, shingles may prompt a sharp, band-like pain before a telltale rash appears several days later. |
a86acd7808b1478f5f86ae8a226c7dd1 | How can pneumonia or lung abscess cause chest pain? | These lung infections can cause pleuritic and other types of chest pain, such as a deep chest ache. Pneumonia often comes on suddenly, causing fever, chills, cough, and pus coughed up from the respiratory tract. |
2973fec19eac7094573c5d29fb70f9b8 | How do anxiety and panic attacks cause chest pain? | Another potential cause of chest pain is anxiety and panic attacks. Some associated symptoms can include dizziness, sensation of shortness of breath, palpitations, tingling sensations, and trembling. |
3d2feea66530a3126b8c83ee08221f87 | How can pancreatitis cause chest pain? | You may have pancreatitis if you have pain in the lower chest that is often worse when you lie flat and better when you lean forward. |
1aecfc93b681703c336fa6494047428d | How can gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) cause chest pain? | Also known as acid reflux, GERD occurs when stomach contents move back into the throat. This may cause a sour taste in the mouth and a burning sensation in the chest or throat, known as heartburn. Factors that may trigger acid reflux include obesity, smoking, pregnancy, and spicy or fatty foods. Heart pain and heartburn from acid reflux feel similar partly because the heart and esophagus are located close to each other and share a nerve network. |
0f60b00d240d88eac072961820718af2 | How can esophageal rupture or perforation cause chest pain? | A sudden, severe chest pain following vomiting or a procedure involving the esophagus may be the sign of a rupture in the esophagus. |
6d33e66f7d8946eb904e962d2258b0c8 | How can pulmonary hypertension cause chest pain? | With chest pain resembling that of angina, this abnormally high blood pressure in the lung arteries makes the right side of the heart work too hard. |
6824a0f2f5dbb719482ea2d98c626b45 | When should you see the doctor for chest pain? | When in doubt, call your doctor about any chest pain you have, especially if it comes on suddenly or is not relieved by anti-inflammatory medications or other self-care steps, such as changing your diet. Call 911 if you have any of these symptoms along with chest pain: A sudden feeling of pressure, squeezing, tightness, or crushing under your breastbone Chest pain that spreads to your jaw, left arm, or back Sudden sharp chest pain with shortness of breath, especially after a long period of inactivity Nausea, dizziness, rapid heart rate or rapid breathing, confusion, ashen color, or excessive sweating Very low blood pressure or very low heart rate Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Fever, chills, or coughing up yellow-green mucus Problems swallowing Severe chest pain that does not go away |
8e0aa1e13cd984992691f08db53b0227 | How can hypertrophic cardiomyopathy cause chest pain? | This genetic disease causes the heart muscle to grow abnormally thick. Sometimes this leads to problems with blood flow out of the heart. Chest pain and shortness of breath often occur with exercise. Over time, heart failure may occur when the heart muscle becomes very thickened. This makes the heart work harder to pump blood. Along with chest pain, this type of cardiomyopathy may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and other symptoms. |
9e37fdac453a17c07471afd80a027b91 | How can esophageal contraction disorders cause chest pain? | Uncoordinated muscle contractions (spasms) and high-pressure contractions (nutcracker esophagus) are problems in the esophagus that can cause chest pain. |
ea2bd31bbfb3c0e35788fa1cedcbb010 | How can hiatal hernia cause chest pain? | This common problem occurs when the top of the stomach pushes into the lower chest after eating. This often causes reflux symptoms, including heartburn or chest pain. The pain tends to get worse when you lie down. |
b59522dc859e668ecec3d87a8008b7f1 | How can myocarditis cause chest pain? | In addition to chest pain, this heart muscle inflammation may cause fever, fatigue, fast heart beat, and trouble breathing. Although no blockage exists, myocarditis symptoms can resemble those of a heart attack. |
4c2d4d7ac6ce3126194fd324dacada9a | What can I do to make my shopping with rheumatoid arthritis easier? | Reachers. Take yours with you to help retrieve items from high shelves at the store. For heavy or breakable items, though, ask a store employee or another shopper for help. Motorized shopping carts. Many stores have them. You can sit while you cruise the aisles. If the store doesn't have them, use a shopping cart, even if you only need a few things, to spare your hands and energy. You'll have something to lean on, too. Shopping bags. Reusable ones can be easier on your hands and wrists than plastic grocery bags. Have the bagger fill them halfway. To carry the bags, slide them over your forearms so your hands are free. Cross your arms and hold them close to your body to lighten the load on your shoulder and elbows. |
39330fdea874946d38db2dfd031da4b6 | Are there ways to make life easier with rheumatoid arthritis? | With rheumatoid arthritis, you can still lead an active life, look great, and do the things you enjoy. There are gadgets, which your doctor may call âassistive devices,â that can help you regain your independence and make daily tasks easier. Some are specially designed for people with conditions like RA, to make it easier to bend, reach, or grip. You might find them at a pharmacy or medical supply store, or you can search online for some devices. |
f1018021c68bd45ac699ba5b678e5e47 | How can I modify certain products to make them more convenient for rheumatoid arthritis? | Some to consider: Leather seats, which are easier to slide in and out of than upholstered seats Power window and seat controls Heated seats, which can soothe sore hips and lower backs Running boards, which make it easier to climb in and out Larger, easier-to-grip steering wheels With a little effort and craftiness, you can find or modify products that can help you keep doing your favorite hobbies and activities. Assistive devices like these can help: Kneelers and lightweight hoses for gardening Book stands for hands-free reading Large, easy-to-hold playing cards and electric shufflers for card games Equipment such as automated ball-teeing devices and ball retrieval aids for golf Light-weight spring-operated scissors for crafts Automatic needle threaders for needle work |
357267dacbcbb7d9b6b8929dd13ca60a | What are the most common types of arrhythmia? | The most common types of arrhythmia include: Premature atrial contractions. |
2da9d850ab86f884903cead81826c741 | What is the sinoatrial (SA) or sinus node? | There's a node in the upper right section of your heart that monitors your body's need for blood. It's called the sinoatrial ( SA) or sinus node, and it acts like a natural pacemaker. It's the main control and source of each heartbeat. It can speed up your heart rate when you need it, like when you exercise or get sick, or even when you feel happy. |
eebfc0d622235c453fa8f6e5c152f2d4 | What are ventricular and supraventricular heart arrhythmias? | Heart arrhythmias fall into two categories. One starts from inside the heart's lower chambers. Doctors call this kind "ventricular" because the lower chambers of the heart are the ventricles. The other kind starts outside or above the ventricles. You may hear these called "supraventricular" arrhythmias. |
30db674af7971d77feca6797525fbced | What are symptoms of a heart rhythm disorder? | Common symptoms include: Palpitations, or "skipped beats" Thumping or fluttering in the chest Sensation of the heart racing Other things that might happen: Feeling faint or tired Light-headedness or passing out Shortness of breath Chest pain or discomfort You may have these sensations and have no arrhythmias. |
1f8708017fc1e13b7fbe9bb588ca1d6e | Can a a vagus nerve stimulator help treat complex partial seizures? | Devices: A vagus nerve stimulator is like a pacemaker for your brain -- it sends mild electrical pulses to a nerve in your neck. Your doctor might recommend this if other treatments haven't worked for you. |
91cea778b63b08d23d169caaa3bfda3d | Are there foods that can help prevent complex partial seizures? | Changes to your diet: A special diet -- like the high-fat and low-carb ketogenic diet -- may help prevent seizures in some people. |
25797d5b4c9e061eb8693b743ff5c1a3 | What kind of tests do you get in an ER for a possible heart attack? | At the hospital, an emergency department doctor will examine the person and run tests to see if chest pain stems from a heart attack or another cause. Tests may include an electrocardiogram ( ECG), chest X-ray, and blood tests. |
b075633eb7b6c312865bd4659faa1a6e | What are symptoms of a heart attack? | Chest discomfort that may last more than a few minutes or go away and come back; it may feel like squeezing, fullness, pressure, or pain. Pain or discomfort in the upper body, including arm, left shoulder, back, neck, jaw, or below the breastbone Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath (with or without chest pain) Sweating or "cold sweat" Indigestion, heartburn, nausea, or vomiting Light-headedness, dizziness, or extreme weakness Anxiety or rapid or irregular heartbeats Do not drive to the hospital unless you have no other option. |
bbc9f65cd0dc70a2cbf5e1e31ae478b7 | When should you seek immediate medical care if you think you have glaucoma? | If you have any of the following symptoms, seek immediate medical care: Seeing halos around lights Vision loss Redness in the eye Eye that looks hazy (particularly in infants) Nausea or vomiting Eye pain Narrowed vision (tunnel vision) Your eye doctor will use drops to open (he'll call it dilate) your pupils. |
9eb6e85306f6853743555eae02993e7a | How is laser surgery used for treating glaucoma? | This procedure can slightly increase the flow of the fluid from the eye for people with open-angle glaucoma. It can stop fluid blockage if you have angle-closure glaucoma. Procedures include: Trabeculoplasty: Opens the drainage area Iridotomy: Makes a tiny hole in the iris to let fluid flow more freely Cyclophotocoagulation: Treats areas of the middle layer of your eye to reduce fluid production Microsurgery. |
08dc1eefb08fe7e09fdcc821e3781bea | How is glaucoma diagnosed? | If you have any of the following symptoms, seek immediate medical care: Seeing halos around lights Vision loss Redness in the eye Eye that looks hazy (particularly in infants) Nausea or vomiting Eye pain Narrowed vision (tunnel vision) Your eye doctor will use drops to open (he'll call it dilate) your pupils. Then he'll test your vision and examine your eyes. He'll check your optic nerve, and if you have glaucoma, it will look a certain way. He may take photographs of the nerve to help him track your disease over time. He'll do a test called tonometry to check your eye pressure. He'll also do a visual field test, if necessary, to figure out if you've lost your side, or peripheral, vision. Glaucoma tests are painless and take very little time. |
0886655102748323bd86408109ee7580 | What is angle-closure glaucoma? | It's less common in the West than in Asia. You may also hear it called acute or chronic angle-closure or narrow-angle glaucoma. Your eye doesn't drain right because the drain space between your iris and cornea becomes too narrow. This can cause a sudden buildup of pressure in your eye. It's also linked to farsightedness and cataracts, a clouding of the lens inside your eye. |
f926088693e1ca3bf72447a52d24acbd | How often should you get an eye exam if you have a family history of glaucoma? | If you're over age 40 and have a family history of the disease, you should get a complete eye exam from an eye doctor every 1 to 2 years. If you have health problems like diabetes or a family history of glaucoma or are at risk for other eye diseases, you may need to go more often. |
a41d9df87beffbd2786ae31b7f22ea27 | What is open-angle glaucoma? | It's the most common type. Your doctor may also call it wide-angle glaucoma. The drain structure in your eye -- it's called the trabecular meshwork -- looks normal, but fluid doesn't flow out like it should. |
1137a9a64aaf4ceb6ef1e75849265724 | Can you prevent glaucoma? | But if you diagnose and treat it early, you can control the disease. |
78ccbf7af539c5058045171d2689bfa1 | How do you know if you have glaucoma? | Most people with glaucoma have no early symptoms or pain. You need to see your eye doctor regularly so she can diagnose and treat glaucoma before long-term visual loss happens. |
c8de152d1e813cb3d845207e8f8c0ab0 | How is microsurgery used for treating glaucoma? | In a procedure called a trabeculectomy, the doctor creates a new channel to drain the fluid and ease eye pressure. Sometimes this form of glaucoma surgery fails and has to be redone. Your doctor might implant a tube to help drain fluid. Surgery can cause temporary or permanent vision loss, as well as bleeding or infection. |
c911d35b1c31026b8d3bad57d6e3102e | How is infant or congenital glaucoma treated? | Open-angle glaucoma is most often treated with various combinations of eye drops, laser trabeculoplasty, and microsurgery. |
5f5f9b206b98a91d43467d43d89e87ca | What is the outlook of glaucoma? | At this time, lost vision can't be restored. However, lowering eye pressure can help preserve the sight you have. Most people with glaucoma who follow their treatment plan and have regular eye exams don't go blind. |
61b737b9ec0ad7b29c796190b40a4a26 | Why should you get an eye exam if you think you have glaucoma? | Detecting glaucoma early is one reason you should have a complete exam with an eye specialist every 1 to 2 years. Occasionally, pressure inside the eye can rise to severe levels. In these cases, you may have sudden eye pain, headache, blurred vision, or the appearance of halos around lights. |
4145d2cc63044875dc31d6d8bb32a503 | How is glaucoma treated? | Your doctor may use prescription eye drops, laser surgery, or microsurgery to lower pressure in the eye. |
b9c6003a96fd125509e1ad78ab0c2f0f | How is open-angle glaucoma treated? | Open-angle glaucoma is most often treated with various combinations of eye drops, laser trabeculoplasty, and microsurgery. Doctors in the U. S. tend to start with medications, but there's evidence that early laser surgery or microsurgery could work better for some people. |
8330b26b5e2d9e08375306317b8e9cab | How are eye drops used for treating glaucoma? | These either reduce the formation of fluid in the eye or increase its outflow, thereby lowering eye pressure. Side effects may include allergies, redness, stinging, blurred vision, and irritated eyes. |
91e93eabf782a3871c52d8721fd6e177 | What are the warning signs of glaucoma? | If you have any of the following symptoms, seek immediate medical care: Seeing halos around lights Vision loss Redness in the eye Eye that looks hazy (particularly in infants) Nausea or vomiting Eye pain Narrowed vision (tunnel vision) Your eye doctor will use drops to open (he'll call it dilate) your pupils. |
2e77c32b1082750f9a066f629f570d7a | How is glaucoma treated in infants? | Infant or congenital glaucoma -- meaning you are born with it -- is primarily treated with surgery, because the cause of the problem is a very distorted drainage system. |
c0599dc33aabd13b2935613480185aa1 | What is microsurgery for glaucoma? | In a procedure called a trabeculectomy, the doctor creates a new channel to drain the fluid and ease eye pressure. Sometimes this form of glaucoma surgery fails and has to be redone. Your doctor might implant a tube to help drain fluid. Surgery can cause temporary or permanent vision loss, as well as bleeding or infection. |
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