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What is an allergy and how does it affect the eyes?
They can make your eyes red, itchy, burning, and watery, and cause swollen eyelids. But infections and other conditions can cause the same symptoms, so call your doctor if your symptoms don't improve. Some people also have nasal allergies.
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Is there a known connection between stress and heart failure?
Among other changes, adrenaline and other hormones speed your heart rate and breathing and raise blood sugar levels. And some of the effects of it on the heart may have other causes.
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Can naltrexone help treat opioid use disorder?
But there are medications that can help you through opioid withdrawal and prevent symptoms. It comes in several forms: Tablet of ( Suboxone, Zubsolv) Shot ( Buprenex) Film placed in your mouth against your cheek ( Belbuca) Skin patch ( Butrans) Implant that goes under your skin and lasts about 6 months ( Probuphine) Naltrexone also blocks opiate receptors. Unlike methadone, it can't ease withdrawal symptoms or cravings. But you can't get high if you use drugs while taking it. Naltrexone works best as part of a broad recovery treatment program. You'll start it when you're done with detox.
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Can opioid addition lead to changes in your brain?
It creates changes in your brain that make you more likely to get addicted. Prescription drug addiction alters the circuits responsible for mood and reward behavior.
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What are the three types of mouthguards?
There are three types of mouth guards: Stock mouth protectors are preformed and come ready to wear. They are inexpensive and can be bought at most sporting good stores and department stores. However, little can be done to adjust their fit, they are bulky, make breathing and talking difficult, and they provide little or no protection. Boil and bite mouth protectors also can be bought at many sporting goods stores and may offer a better fit than stock mouth protectors. It is placed in hot water to soften, then placed in the mouth and shaped around the teeth using finger and tongue pressure. Custom-fitted mouth protectors are individually designed and made in a dental office or a professional laboratory based on your dentist's instructions.
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How do I care for my mouth guard?
To care for your mouth guard: Rinse your mouth guard with cold water or with a mouth rinse before and after each use or clean it with a mild soap and a toothbrush. Clean the mouth guard in cool, soapy water and rinse it thoroughly. Place the mouth guard in a firm, perforated container to store or transport it. This permits air circulation and helps to prevent damage. If the mouth guard is acrylic, keep it in fresh clean water. Protect the mouth guard from high temperatures -- such as hot water, hot surfaces, or direct sunlight -- to minimize distorting its shape. Bring the mouth guard to each regularly scheduled dental visit to have your dentist exam it.
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What are the symptoms of parapsoriasis?
Spots are usually pink or red but also can appear brown or yellowish. They can be raised and bumpy with a scaly or wrinkly appearance. You typically get them on your chest, stomach, and back, but they also may appear on your arms and legs. They're generally round or oval but can be different sizes. You may itch, but you probably won't have any other symptoms. The rash pattern of guttate psoriasis looks like parapsoriasis and also shows up on your chest.
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Where is the uvea in the eye?
The word “uveitis” is used because the swelling most often affects the part of your eye called the uvea. It's between the white part of your eye -- called the sclera -- and the inner layers of your eye.
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How do you treat anterior uveitis?
If you don't get better with those treatments, or if your uveitis is severe, your doctor may prescribe stronger drugs. If you have intermediate, posterior, or panuveitis, they may give you injections, oral medications, or an immunosuppressive drug. They could also suggest an implantable device that slowly releases medication.
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What are the structures of the uvea?
Your uvea contains three important structures: The iris. Its job is to help your lens focus and make the fluid that nourishes the inside of your eye. The choroid.
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How do you treat uveitis?
If you don't get better with those treatments, or if your uveitis is severe, your doctor may prescribe stronger drugs. These drugs may include immunosuppressives. If you have anterior uveitis, your doctor will probably prescribe eye drops at first.
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How long does "chemo brain" last?
He will also want to know when your problems started and how they affect your everyday life. But for some people, the fuzzy feelings will linger for several months or sometimes a year or more.
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What are the risks of rapid weight loss?
Possible serious risks include: Gallstones, which occur in 12% to 25% of people losing large amounts of weight over several months Dehydration, which can be avoided by drinking plenty of fluids Malnutrition, usually from not eating enough protein for weeks at a time Electrolyte imbalances, which rarely can be life threatening Other side effects of rapid weight loss include: Headaches Irritability Fatigue Dizziness Constipation Menstrual irregularities Hair loss Muscle loss The dangers of rapid weight loss increase with the time spent on the diet. Most people seeking rapid weight loss, though, usually do it on their own.
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How do you diagnose Alzheimer’s disease?
Doctors can't definitely diagnose Alzheimer's disease until after death, when they can closely examine the brain under a microscope. But they can use tests to rule out other conditions that might cause the same symptoms. He'll want to know: Your symptoms, including any trouble you have with everyday tasks Other medical conditions you have now or had before Medications you take Your personal history, like your marital status, living conditions, employment, sexual history, and important life events Your mental state. The doctor will ask you a series of questions that help him figure out if you're having a mental health problem, like depression. CT scans can show brain changes that are common in the later stages of Alzheimer's. It can help doctors see if a tumor or a stroke has caused symptoms that look like Alzheimer's. This studies the relationship between the brain and behavior.
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Will warts go away on their own?
Even those warts that eventually go away can take months, or even years, to disappear. Also, keep in mind that any wart can be a “mother” wart that spreads to other parts of your body. Most dermatologists say it is best to treat warts, either at home or in the doctor's office, as soon as they appear. In some instances, your dermatologist will use laser to treat especially stubborn warts, although there is no evidence that this form of treatment works any better than other treatment options.
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What are some of the most effective at-home wart treatments?
While at-home wart treatments can take weeks or months to work, salicylic acid plasters or solutions that peel away the wart can be very effective when used correctly. Be sure to follow directions carefully. Use a dedicated pumice stone, emery board, or nail file to remove dead skin from the wart the day after each application of wart remover. Don't use the file for any other purpose; it could spread the virus to another part of your body. Use duct tape like you would a wart-remover patch. Put a small strip over the wart and leave it in place for about six days. At the end of the sixth day, remove the tape, soak the wart in water and then gently debride it with a pumice stone, emery board, or nail file. Repeat the process as often as it takes to remove the wart. Yet another option is a freeze spray where liquid butane is sprayed directly onto the wart to freeze and kill the tissue. This is generally only effective on smaller warts because the spray cannot get as cold or as deep as the freezing treatments you would get in your doctor's office. It can also be fairly painful because the spray has to be applied to the wart directly for several seconds. You will likely develop a blister around the area. If it breaks, make sure to keep it clean with an anti-bacterial to prevent infection. The blister and the wart should disappear within a few days.
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How do you get warts?
Warts are more likely to develop on broken skin, such as picked hangnails or areas nicked by shaving, because the virus is able to enter the top layer of skin through scratches or cuts. !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(); }); } While dermatologists still don't know why, certain people are more likely to get warts than others. Additionally, children get warts much more often than adults, because their immune systems have not yet built up their defenses against the numerous types of human papillomavirus that exist. Biting nails creates an opening for virus to enter your skin.
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When do you need to see a doctor about warts?
If you bite your fingernails or cuticles, do your best to stop. Dermatologists have a variety of wart treatment and removal techniques that are stronger and may work faster than commercially available products. Also, remember that all warts can be “mother” warts that give rise to additional warts in your skin. So, the faster you remove the wart, the less likely it will spread. Put a small strip over the wart and leave it in place for about six days.
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What is a renin test?
It's an enzyme that helps control your blood pressure. When your blood pressure drops too low or your body doesn't have enough salt, renin gets sent into your bloodstream. That triggers a chain reaction that creates a hormone called angiotensin and signals your adrenal glands to release another hormone called aldosterone. Angiotensin makes tiny blood vessels narrower, and aldosterone tells your kidneys to hold on to salt and fluid. Both those things can raise your blood pressure. If that process gets out of balance, your blood pressure can get too high. High or low levels may help explain why you have high blood pressure: High renin with normal aldosterone may show that you're sensitive to salt.
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What tests other than blood tests do people with diabetes use?
Two simple ones that check your urine can help you and your doctor watch for kidney disease and severe high blood sugar. Keep detailed records of any urine or ketone tests you perform.
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What is the promise in the Flat Belly Diet?
That's the promise of the Flat Belly Diet. Now for the fine print: The kind of fat matters. The plan focuses on monounsaturated fats, which you get from olive oil, nuts, and other plant foods. To do that and lose fat (not water weight), you'd have to cut about 1,600 calories out of your diet every day!
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When should you call your doctor after your colonoscopy?
Colonoscopy Animation The scope bends, so the doctor can move it around the curves of your colon. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following: Excessive or prolonged rectal bleeding Severe abdominal pain, fever, or chills
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What medications are typically prescribed for bone protection in bone metastases?
Your doctor may also suggest starting bisphosphonate therapy as soon as possible to reduce the effects of bone metastasis on your body. You receive it by injection under the skin every four weeks. Your doctor may recommend radiation to kill cancer cells in the bones. This can be done with external beam radiation, which focuses on one section of bone, or with radiopharmaceuticals, which are given by injection and release radiation to many different areas of bone.
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What causes trochanteric bursitis?
The hip joint is one of the largest and strongest joints in the human body. The small pouches are filled with a thick fluid and are meant to lubricate joints and protect body parts from friction. The trochanteric bursa, like other bursae, may become inflamed if the hip is overused or injured. Trochanteric bursitis affects about five of every 1,000 adults and generally occurs in middle-aged or older people, though people of any age may get the condition. Active adults who regularly walk, run, or cycle may be susceptible to trochanteric bursitis. The side of the leg includes a long piece of connective tissue called the iliotibial band ( ITB), which runs from the hip to the knee. If the ITB is tight from hard use, it may rub against the trochanteric bursa and cause irritation, leading to bursitis.
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How can you cope with tinnitus?
Tinnitus may bother you more when it's quiet. Follow these suggestions: Try not to notice the ringing or buzzing. Keep yourself distracted with work and favorite activities. Learn which coping techniques work for you and practice them regularly. Over time, you may find that you get used to tinnitus, and the sounds in your head no longer bother you.
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How does smoking affect tinnitus?
It harms blood flow to the sensitive nerve cells that control your hearing. It also acts as a stimulant in your body. This can make the ringing in your ears sound louder. But stress and worry can make your symptoms worse.
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How can joining a support group help tinnitus?
It may seem hard to believe, but learning to ignore your tinnitus can help you cope with it. Learn which coping techniques work for you and practice them regularly.
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How common is bedwetting in kids?
About 5 to 7 million children over age 6 regularly wet their bed. Most children do not need bed-wetting treatment and outgrow it. Although immaturity of the bladder or other medical conditions are more common, the possibility of sleep apnea must be considered when a child is being evaluated for bed-wetting problems. Parents should consider treatment for bed-wetting if their child is still wetting the bed between ages 6 and 7, according to the National Enuresis Society -- or sooner if the child seems troubled by bed-wetting.
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What is a laparoscopic total abdominal colectomy?
Doctors use it to help treat conditions including: Inflammatory conditions of the intestine, such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis Familial polyposis, an inherited (hereditary) condition in which hundreds to thousands of polyps (small growths) form along all of the large intestine The term "laparoscopic" refers to a type of surgery called laparoscopy, which lets the surgeon do the operation through very small cuts in the abdomen. They use a laparoscope, which is a tool with a small camera on it, to see inside you. When the entire large intestine is freed, the surgeon will free the right colon from the ileum.
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What is the recovery like after a laparoscopic total abdominal colectomy?
He will also cut and close the main blood vessels (arteries) that supply blood to the colon throughout the surgery. After surgery, your doctor will encourage you to boost your activity level steadily once you are home. If you are fit and did regular exercise before surgery, you may resume exercising when you feel comfortable and your doctor approves. However, you should avoid strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and abdominal exercises such as sit-ups for 6 weeks after surgery. When you go home, your doctor will probably recommend a “soft” diet, which means you can eat almost everything except raw fruits and vegetables. You should continue this diet until your post-surgical checkup. If the diet makes you constipated, call your doctor's office for advice.
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What muscle and nerve tests are used to diagnose amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)?
These tests include: Electromyography: EMG is one of the most important tests used to diagnose ALS. Small electric shocks are sent through your nerves. Your doctor measures how fast they conduct electricity and whether they're damaged. A second part of the test also checks the electrical activity of your muscles. A nerve conduction study: This measures the ability of your nerves to send signals. A small sample of your muscle tissue may be taken if your doctor thinks you have a muscle disease other than ALS. You will be given something to numb the area before the tissue is taken.
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How can you avoid Tylenol poisoning?
Keep all medication out of the reach of children and securely locked up. Know the correct dose of acetaminophen and the amount of acetaminophen in the preparation you are using. For example, acetaminophen with codeine and cold medicine containing acetaminophen should not be taken together. Read product labels. When you are given a new medication, always make sure the doctor knows all of the medication and supplements that you are taking, both prescribed and nonprescribed. The easiest way to do this is to keep a written list of medications and supplements and go over it with your doctor. Do not take acetaminophen if you consume alcoholic beverages.
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How can surgery help with treating aneurysm?
An MRI can also be used to check your aorta or blood vessels in your brain. A surgeon can treat it by inserting a clip that cuts off blood flow to the affected area.
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How is an aneurysm treated?
The only way to get rid of an aneurysm is to have it repaired with surgery or an endovascular procedure. Even for an operable aneurysm, your doctor may first try medication and a wait-and-see approach, with tests every now and then to track its growth.
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What is hand osteoarthritis?
The older you are, the more likely it is. Two types of bony bumps near your finger joints are common. Bouchard's nodes show up on the middle joint of a finger, and Heberden's nodes on the joint near your fingertip. OA can affect many of the joints in your hands, but it's most common in: The base of your thumb where it comes together with the wrist (trapeziometacarpal or carpometacarpal joint) The joint closest to your fingertip (distal interphalangeal joint or DIP) The joint in the middle of your finger (proximal interphalangeal joint or PIP) Your doctor will look at your hands and ask you questions about your symptoms and family history. Ice or heat.
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How are obstructive sleep apnea and being overweight connected?
More than half of people with obstructive sleep apnea are either overweight or obese, which is defined as a body mass index ( BMI) of 25-29.9 or 30.0 or above, respectively. In adults, excess weight is the strongest risk factor associated with obstructive sleep apnea. Although modest weight loss improves obstructive sleep apnea, it can be difficult for fatigued and sleepy patients to lose weight. In extremely obese patients, bariatric surgery is associated with an 85% success rate in improving the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea.
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What are other factors associated with obstructive sleep apnea?
But many other factors also are associated with the condition in adults. About 25%-40% of people with obstructive sleep apnea have family members with the condition, which may reflect an inherited tendency toward anatomical abnormalities. Ethnicity. Sleep apnea also is more common in African- Americans, Hispanics, and Pacific Islanders than in whites.
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What is the most common cause of obstructive sleep apnea in adults?
During sleep, when throat and tongue muscles are more relaxed, this soft tissue can cause the airway to become blocked. But many other factors also are associated with the condition in adults. In adults, excess weight is the strongest risk factor associated with obstructive sleep apnea.
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What is obstructive sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea has many different possible causes. In this syndrome, which affects up to 25% of the extremely obese, excess body fat not only interferes with chest movement but also compresses the lungs to cause shallow, inefficient breathing throughout the day and night. Obstructive sleep apnea is up to four times as common in men as in women, but women are more likely to develop sleep apnea during pregnancy and after menopause.
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What should you drink to avoid deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
Wear loose clothes and drink lots of water when you travel. They'll dehydrate you, which makes your veins narrower and blood thicker, so you're more likely to get a clot.
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What exams and tests are used to diagnose an abscess?
The sore is on or near your rectal or groin area. Go to a hospital's Emergency Department if any of these conditions occur with an abscess: Fever of 102 ° F or higher, especially if you have a chronic disease or are on steroids, chemotherapy, or dialysis A red streak leading away from the sore or with tender lymph nodes (lumps) in an area anywhere between the abscess and your chest area (for example, an abscess on your leg can cause swollen lymph nodes in your groin area) Any facial abscess larger than 1 cm or a half-inch across The doctor will take a medical history and may ask you: How long the abscess has been present If you recall any injury to that area What medicines you may be taking If you have any allergies If you have had a fever at home The doctor will examine the abscess and surrounding areas. The doctor may open and drain the abscess.
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Who is most likely to get abscesses?
Those with any of the following are all at risk for having more severe abscesses. Call your doctor if any of the following occur with an abscess: You have a sore larger than 1 cm or a half-inch across.
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How is plantar fasciitis diagnosed?
With the right treatment, this condition usually goes away in several months. To speed up your recovery and rule out other injuries, you may want to see your doctor. This could be something like a broken bone or pinched nerve. There are a few options your doctor could try to ease your pain and reduce inflammation in your foot.
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What are options to ease your pain if you have plantar fasciitis?
There are a few options your doctor could try to ease your pain and reduce inflammation in your foot. She might even recommend you try a few therapies at the same time. These include: Medication . These options include: Shock-wave therapy. This literally “shocks” your plantar fascia with sound waves. It also stuns your nerves to stop pain. Tenex procedure. An ultrasound is used to target and remove scar tissue. Surgery. This operation takes your plantar fascia off of your heel bone. Surgery is usually the last resort if you have severe pain or a stubborn injury that other treatments don't help.
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How can lifestyle choices help manage mitral valve regurgitation?
Mitral valve regurgitation, when some of your blood flows the wrong way through a valve in your heart, doesn't have to slow you down. Exercise: It plays a big role in managing many types of heart disease. You'll need to talk to your doctor about what kinds of physical activity are safest for you. It can trigger a heart attack or chest pain in some people. Medication (prescribed by a doctor), exercise, and relaxation therapy are a few ways to reduce tension. Smoking: It increases your risk for heart attacks and makes regurgitation worse. If you are a smoker and have trouble stopping, talk to your doctor about ways you can break the habit.
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How is mitral valve regurgitation diagnosed?
Mitral valve regurgitation, when some of your blood flows the wrong way through a valve in your heart, doesn't have to slow you down. Your doctor has several ways to get a better idea of how your condition has progressed: Exercise stress test, in which you are monitored while on a treadmill Chest X-ray CT scan, which uses many X-ray images to create a picture of your heart Echocardiogram, which uses sound waves to make an image of the beating heart, similar to an ultrasound test Cardiac catheterization, in which a thin, flexible tube is guided from a blood vessel to your heart so the doctor can do tests You may get follow-up tests from time to time, depending on your case.
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How is treatment-resistant depression diagnosed?
Sometimes, other conditions or problems can cause similar symptoms. So when you meet with your doctor, he or she will want to: Confirm the diagnosis. Some people who apparently have treatment-resistant depression were misdiagnosed. They never had only depression in the first place. Instead, they have conditions like bipolar disorder (where antidepressants may be less effective than in unipolar depression), or problems with drugs or alcohol that can cause or worsen depression, or a medical condition (such as hypothyroidism) that can cause symptoms of depression, and may have been getting the wrong treatment. When major depressive disorder is accompanied by other medical or psychiatric disorders (such as anxiety disorders, eating disorders, or personality disorders), the depression often is harder to treat, particularly if the additional disorders that are present don't receive their own independent treatment. Make sure you've been using your medicine correctly. Up to half of all people who get prescribed drugs for depression don't take them as recommended. They miss doses or stop taking them because of side effects. Some give up too soon - it can take 4-12 weeks for a medicine to take effect. Sometimes taking a medicine at too low a dose also explains an inadequate response. Check for other causes. Other issues - ranging from thyroid problems to substance abuse - can worsen or cause depression. So can many medicines used to treat common medical problems. Sometimes, switching medicines or treating an underlying condition can resolve a hard-to-treat depression. Life with depression is hard, but treatment-resistant depression can be especially brutal.
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What matters when trying to lose weight?
But it's not that simple, as many people can tell you from their own experience. Your metabolism -- how well your body turns calories into fuel -- also matters. And if you cut too many calories, it's bad for you. You slow down your metabolism, and that can make you fall short on some nutrients. You will need to plan portions so that you don't end up eating more than you bargained for.
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How is Sjögren's syndrome diagnosed?
You may also get other tests. To confirm the diagnosis, the doctor may do a biopsy, taking tissue from your inner lip to check in a lab. The doctor will ask about medical history and do a physical exam.
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How is lupus diagnosed?
Blood tests for lupus include: Antinuclear antibody test ( ANA). Most people with lupus have a positive ANA blood test. The doctor will ask about medical history and do a physical exam.
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How do you treat Bell's palsy?
There's no test that can tell you for sure if you have Bell's palsy. If your doctor suggests your symptoms might be triggered by the herpes virus (herpes simplex 1) or by shingles (herpes zoster), he may give you an antiviral medication, like acyclovir. Your doctor may also give you a short course of corticosteroids (like prednisone). In the meantime, your doctor will tell you to take extra care to protect your eye on the affected side. He may suggest you wear an eye patch, since you won't be able to blink. In very rare cases -- where symptoms don't improve after some time -- he may suggest surgery to reduce pressure on your facial nerve.
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How can you tell if you have Bell's palsy?
That means in most cases, they determine you have Bell's palsy only after other conditions have been ruled out. Your doctor will start by doing a complete and careful physical exam. If he suspects you have Bell's palsy, he'll try to close your eyelid on the affected side of your face. If it doesn't close, it'll signal that you have what doctors call “the Bell phenomenon.” With this condition, your eye rolls upward and outward when you try to close it. He'll probably test your hearing and sense of balance. It may also help him predict how fast and fully you'll recover. There aren't any that can stop it.
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How can I learn about what triggers my headache?
If you have four or more severe, prolonged migraine headache days each month, your doctor may suggest you try medicine and other things to prevent your attacks. How often do you have them? Do you have any symptoms before the headache starts? Where is the pain? How long does it last? At what time of day do the headaches happen? Do you seem to get them after you eat certain types of food? For women, at what time in your monthly cycle do they happen? Are the headaches triggered by something in your environment, such as smells, noise, or some kinds of weather? How would you describe the pain: throbbing, stabbing, blinding, or piercing, for example?
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Can chiropractic and osteopathy therapy help relieve my headaches?
Osteopaths also can use manipulation and soft tissue techniques on the head, neck, and upper back. It may be especially helpful for tension headaches.
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When will the doctor do genetic testing to diagnose a hemiplegic migraine?
Familial hemiplegic migraine ( FHM) means it runs in your family, and you could pass it on to your children. Your doctor might prescribe drugs to prevent hemiplegic migraine, to stop them once they've started, and to relieve your symptoms.
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How does a rheumatoid arthritis (RA) vaccine work?
Doctors took samples of their blood and separated out certain cells called dendritic cells. These are inflammatory cells of the immune system. The tol DC treatment -- a first-in-class immunotherapy for RA -- will be given to people with RA who have anti- CCP in their bodies and take the drug methotrexate.
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Is a rheumatoid arthritis (RA) vaccine available for treatment?
Fortunately, today's drugs go a long way to help control the disease and its symptoms. Because it isn't a biologic, researchers say it may cost less and be easier to make than biologics. Now the Australians are conducting the first human trial of DEN-181.
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What should you do to someone with a snakebite while waiting for medical help?
Have the person lie down with wound below the heart. Keep the person calm and at rest, remaining as still as possible to keep venom from spreading. Cover the wound with loose, sterile bandage. Remove any jewelry from the area that was bitten. Remove shoes if the leg or foot was bitten. At the hospital, treatment will depend on the type of snake.
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What are triglycerides?
Simply put, they are fat in the blood. They are important to life and are the main form of fat – they are sometimes called “lipids” -- in the body. Some are made in the body from other energy sources, such as carbohydrates. When you're between meals and need more energy, your body's hormones release them so you tap those unused calories.
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Could having pain during ejaculation or urination be a sign of cancer?
If the swelling doesn't go away in a week or so, have your doctor take a look. Less often, bladder or prostate cancer might be to blame. If it hurts when you pee or have an orgasm, you may have an infection or swelling of your prostate gland or urethra.
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Could having trouble swallowing be a sign of cancer?
Lump in the neck. If the feeling doesn't let up or it gets worse, see your doctor. Less often, bladder or prostate cancer might be to blame.
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Is blood in the stool a sign of cancer?
Cancers can bleed, but so can a bunch of other things, like ulcers, hemorrhoids, infections, or a sore. No matter what the cause, blood in your stool needs to be checked out. You may need a colonoscopy or other tests to find the problem.
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How is appetite loss a warning sign of cancer?
Cancer can have this effect by changing your metabolism, the way your body turns food into energy. Stomach, pancreatic, colon, and ovarian cancers also can put pressure on your stomach and make you feel too full to eat. Less often, when you find it hard to swallow, it can signal cancer of the esophagus.
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How is having trouble swallowing a warning sign of cancer?
Lump in the neck. If the feeling doesn't let up or it gets worse, see your doctor. Less often, bladder or prostate cancer might be to blame.
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How is extreme fatigue a warning sign of cancer?
Cough that doesn't go away. It's one of the most common cancer symptoms. We're not talking about a normal type of tiredness here -- it's exhaustion that doesn't go away. If changing your activity level or getting more sleep doesn't make you perk up, see your doctor.
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How many cups do you use in cupping therapy?
Or you might just try one to see how it goes. Some people also get “needle cupping,” in which the therapist first inserts acupuncture needles and then puts cups over them.
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What does it mean when a child cant see well out of one eye?
One could turn in or out. If a cataract is blocking light from her eye, the doctor may recommend surgery to remove it.
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What is the long-term outlook for amblyopia?
Early diagnosis and treatment are the keys to good results. Amblyopia becomes much harder to treat after about 7-9 years of age, so make sure your child gets eye exams early on. And follow your doctor's advice about treatment, even when it's hard. Most kids don't want to wear an eye patch every day. Ask your doctor if atropine is an option for your child.
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Who is more likely to get amblyopia?
If amblyopia runs in your family, your child is more likely to get it. With early diagnosis and treatment, most children will gain vision.
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What should I do if I think there is something wrong with my child's vision?
If you feel something's wrong with your child's vision -- even if nothing shows up at the vision check -- make an appointment with a pediatric eye doctor. Some eye care experts say kids should get an eye exam at 6 months, 3 years, and then every year while they're in school. Ask your doctor what's right for your child. If a cataract is blocking light from her eye, the doctor may recommend surgery to remove it.
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How do I prepare for an exercise stress test?
Don't drink or eat anything with caffeine for 12 hours before the test. Don't take the following heart medications on the day of your test, unless your doctor tells you otherwise or the medication is needed to treat chest discomfort the day of the test: Isosorbide dinitrate (for example, Isordil, Dilatrate SR) Isosorbide mononitrate (for example, ISMO, Imdur, Monoket) Nitroglycerin (for example, Deponit, Nitrostat, Nitro- Bid) If you use an inhaler for your breathing, bring it to the test. Don't discontinue any drug without checking with him first. Ask your doctor about any specific instructions. If you take insulin to control your blood sugar , ask your doctor how much you should take the day of the test.
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What is an exercise stress test?
He'll learn how much your heart can manage before an abnormal rhythm starts or blood flow to your heart muscle drops. There are different types of these. You'll walk on a treadmill or pedal a stationary bike. It'll get more difficult as you go. Your electrocardiogram, heart rate, and blood pressure will be tracked throughout. Your doctor uses the test to: Help to assess symptoms, such as chest pain, shortness of breath or palpitations, to determine whether they are coming from the heart See if enough blood flows to your heart as you get more active Learn how your heart medications are working Find out if it's likely that you have coronary heart disease and need more testing Identify abnormal heart rhythms See how well your heart valves are working Help you develop a safe exercise program Don't eat or drink anything except water for 4 hours before the test.
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What causes pain in multiple sclerosis?
The pain can affect different places in your body. It depends on the cause: Damage to the neurons in your brain and spine Aches in your bones, joints, and muscles Lots of things affect what you feel, including how long you've had MS, your age, and how active you are. This may stem from too much pressure on your bones, joints, and muscles.
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What is multiple sclerosis pain like on your face?
Or it could be a stabbing pain in your eye, cheek, or jaw. It may last from a few seconds to a few minutes. Instead, it's the result of nerve damage.
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How can pain vary in multiple sclerosis?
You might not have any at all. Or you could feel a tingle, stab, or spasm. The pain can affect different places in your body. People with MS are three times more likely to have them.
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Does multiple sclerosis cause face or head pain?
You might not have any at all. It's called the “ MS hug.” It could make surprising things uncomfortable, such as the feel of your bedcovers or getting dressed. Or it could be a stabbing pain in your eye, cheek, or jaw. It may last from a few seconds to a few minutes.
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Does multiple sclerosis cause pain in your back and bones?
It depends on the cause: Damage to the neurons in your brain and spine Aches in your bones, joints, and muscles Lots of things affect what you feel, including how long you've had MS, your age, and how active you are. It happens when you push your body to move. You can get it if you have a hard time walking or other movement problems.
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How is a latex allergy treated?
Take an antihistamine or try a soothing lotion like calamine or a 1% hydrocortisone cream. Skip antihistamine creams or gels. They might make your skin feel worse. These symptoms can be life-threatening: Trouble breathing or swallowing Feeling sick to your stomach Chest pain Drop in blood pressure Wheezing Tightness in your chest If you have an epinephrine auto-injector, use it and then call 911. You still need to go to the hospital even if the shot worked.
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What are the symptoms of a latex allergy?
Watch for these uncomfortable -- but not dangerous -- symptoms: Red, itchy rash where your skin touched latex Swelling around the skin where it touched you Sneezing, runny nose, or teary eyes If your skin is red and itchy at the spot where you touched latex, or your nose gets stuffy and you sneeze, don't worry too much. Symptoms can show up anywhere from 12-36 hours later. These symptoms can be life-threatening: Trouble breathing or swallowing Feeling sick to your stomach Chest pain Drop in blood pressure Wheezing Tightness in your chest If you have an epinephrine auto-injector, use it and then call 911.
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What are ways to cope with erectile dysfunction (ED)?
The first step in addressing your concerns about ED is to be honest with yourself, your partner, and your doctor. Once ED has been brought out into the open, coping with it as you go through treatment will be easier and less stressful. It is also important to know that the treatment you choose may not work the first time or may not work every time. For some couples, sex therapy may be necessary to help you and your partner cope. It may also help you to hear from some men who have ED and learn about their experiences.
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Is peppermint oil safe?
Peppermint oil may cause side effects such as heartburn and it may interact with certain medications. Talk to your health care provider before using peppermint oil. In most adults, the small doses of peppermint oil contained in dietary supplements and skin preparations appear to be safe.
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What are possible drug interactions with peppermint oil?
Peppermint oil also is used for a variety of health conditions and can be taken orally in dietary supplements or topically as a skin cream or ointment. Peppermint oil may cause side effects such as heartburn and it may interact with certain medications. Talk to your health care provider before using peppermint oil. Be cautious about combining peppermint oil with certain drugs because it may inhibit the body's ability to metabolize the drugs and increase the risk of side effects.
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Who should avoid peppermint oil?
When used as directed, dietary supplements and skin preparations containing peppermint oil are likely safe for most adults. Pregnant and breastfeeding women, however, should avoid such products because little is known about their safety during pregnancy and lactation.
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How can peppermint oil be used medicinally?
It may also help indigestion and prevent spasms in the GI tract caused by endoscopy or barium enema. Some studies show that used topically it may help sooth tension headaches and cracked nipples from breastfeeding—but more research is needed to confirm these studies. Several studies suggest that enteric-coated peppermint oil capsules -- which allow the oil to pass through the stomach so it can dissolve in the intestines -- may help relieve common symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome such as abdominal pain, bloating, and gas.
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What factors can cause tongue cancer?
The human papillomavirus ( HPV) can cause cancers on the base of the tongue. HPV also can infect your genital area and cause cervical cancer, penile cancer, and anal cancer. It's the most common sexually transmitted infection. There are many types of HPV. The ones that raise your odds of getting cancer are called high-risk HPV. Other things that may raise your chances of getting tongue cancer include: Tobacco use Alcohol use Jagged teeth Not taking care of your teeth and gums Your genes also may play a role in whether you're likely to get tongue cancer. Take good care of your teeth and gums.
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What are the symptoms of musculoskeletal pain?
Sometimes, the muscles twitch or burn. Symptoms vary from person to person, but the common symptoms are: Pain Fatigue Sleep disturbances Your doctor will conduct a thorough physical examination and medical history. For some acute musculoskeletal pain, these techniques have been shown to speed recovery.
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How is musculoskeletal pain treated?
Different types of manual therapy, or mobilization, can be used to treat people with spinal alignment problems. In patients with musculoskeletal disorders such as fibromyalgia, medications to increase the body's level of serotonin and norepinephrine (neurotransmitters that modulate sleep, pain, and immune system function) may be prescribed in low doses. Some of the medicines used to aid sleep include zolpidem ( Ambien), eszopiclone ( Lunesta), and ramelteon ( Rozerem).
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How can bone fractures affect you emotionally?
Spine and hip fractures in particular can make it hard for you to get around. See a mental health professional who can help you manage problems you might have with anger, anxiety, hopelessness, or a sense of lost dignity. That can cause severe pain and affect your lungs, intestines, and heart. Since you may be in bed as you heal -- and not very active -- hip fractures can lead to: Bedsores Blood clots in your legs or lungs Muscle loss Pneumonia Your health care team will help you avoid or manage these problems.
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What are the most common fractures for people who have osteoporosis?
When you have osteoporosis, bone fractures are high on the list of concerns. They each have their own long-term effects, but they do have some things in common.
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What are symptoms of Sjogren's syndrome?
Dry eyes and dry mouth are the most common symptoms. You can have dryness in your throat, nose, lips, or skin. The glands in your neck and face might swell up. Women may get dryness in their vagina. Some people also get swelling, pain, and stiffness in their joints. If you get heartburn, your doctor may give you medicines that curb the amount of acid in your stomach.
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What is the cause of Sjogren's syndrome?
Your white blood cells, which normally protect you from germs, attack the glands that are in charge of making moisture. Doctors don't know the exact cause. An infection with a bacteria or virus may be a trigger that sets the disease in motion. For example, let's say you have a defective gene that's linked to Sjogren's, and then you get an infection.
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What can I do to manage Sjogren's syndrome?
There's a lot you can do to manage your symptoms. For example, sipping water frequently can help a dry mouth. Chewing gum or sucking on a candy can stimulate saliva flow and help keep your mouth moist. Be sure they're sugar-free, so you don't get cavities. Also ask your doctor, dentist, or pharmacist about mouthwashes or sprays that can relieve dryness. For dry eyes, a lot of people find that using a humidifier or vaporizer at night can help. These machines also can help your dry mouth or nose.
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I’m in my 50s. What are some medical checks that will help me stay healthy?
Check your skin for any unusual spots or moles. Be sure to ask your doctor to check your skin once a year, as well. Be sure to get your eyes examined regularly -- at least every 1 to 2 years until age 60 and then every year thereafter. Go more often if you have vision problems or risk factors for eye problems. Checking your immunizations. People over age 50 should get a flu shot every year. Consider Hepatitis A and B vaccines if you haven't already had them.
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I’m in my 50s. When I have my annual physical, what tests should my doctor perform or recommend?
You're in your 50s. Colon cancer screening is recommended for everyone at age 50. This is the age when most people start gaining weight. Blood pressure . Get it tested. Cholesterol profile. Blood sugar.
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Besides tests that are recommended for men and women over 50, what tests should women over 50 have at their annual physical?
Combining a Pap test with a human papillomavirus ( HPV) test can safely extend the interval between cervical cancer screenings from three years to five years in many women between the ages of 30-65. At this age, all women should have started routine mammograms to help detect any early signs of breast cancer. Your doctor can tell you how often you should repeat the test.
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How does diet affect psoriasis?
There's no scientific proof that staying away from certain foods or following a specific diet will help your condition. But what you eat and drink may make a difference. They include: Fruits and veggies, especially berries, cherries, and leafy greens Salmon, sardines, and other fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids Antioxidant-rich herbs and spices, like thyme, sage, cumin, and ginger Heart-healthy sources of fat, like olive oil, seeds, and nuts Some foods can make inflammation worse.
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How can a gluten free diet help with psoriasis?
You may wonder whether your psoriasis would get better if you ate a gluten-free diet. Although you may hear about success stories from others who have tried it, so far studies aren't clear that it helps. This kind of eating plan is needed if you have celiac disease, which, like psoriasis, is an autoimmune disease. Research suggests that people with psoriasis are more likely to also have another autoimmune disease. If you go gluten-free, it means you have to cut out foods that have grains like wheat, barley, and rye. The downside is that those foods are also heart healthy, and psoriasis raises your chance of getting heart disease. Talk to your doctor before you make any changes in the food you eat.
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How much vitamin D do you treat rheumatoid arthritis?
Your doctor can check your vitamin D level with a blood test. How much you need: All adults up to age 70 should get 600 international units ( IU) of vitamin D per day. Starting at age 71, you should get 800 IU per day. You may need more if you are low in vitamin D. Your doctor can check your vitamin D level with a blood test.
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Is diet important when I have rheumatoid arthritis?
Your diet is key. It's the best source of nutrients. Go for foods that are rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein. You can ask your doctor if you also need to take supplements. Why you need it: Your body needs it to use the calcium you get from food or supplements.
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What is the best way for someone with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) to get the nutrients they need?
Your diet is key. It's the best source of nutrients. Go for foods that are rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein. You can ask your doctor if you also need to take supplements. Why you need it: Your body needs it to use the calcium you get from food or supplements.