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d5f2601b1a6a1ba871dc5d52aae23c32 | What emotional help can palliative care bring for prostate cancer? | Experts can recommend support groups and counselors to help you manage depression, fear, and anxiety. They can also help you open the doors of communication with your partner to talk about sensitive issues like sex. |
475f58eb60c503908994391064d33613 | How can palliative care help me with my advanced prostate cancer? | When you have advanced prostate cancer, you can turn to palliative care to manage your symptoms and get the emotional support you need. It can be a big help at a time when you may be looking for relief from pain or new ways to deal with a swirl of intense feelings. |
fd83c2ba686ef276f092d40e0b5a1de3 | Can pain relief drugs help with prostate cancer? | Some of the prostate cancer symptoms you can get help with are: Trouble peeing or needing to pee often Problems with erections or ejaculation Loss of sex drive Pain in your lower back, hips, and upper thighs Different pain relief drugs can help, and palliative care specialists are trained to spend time to pick the right medicine for your needs. |
e545c191d31843c919ad33051f7ecd9b | When can you get palliative care for prostate cancer? | Unlike hospice care, which is only given at the end of life, you can get palliative care at any stage of a serious illness, starting at your diagnosis. It can continue for weeks or months, including while you get treatment. |
b28d3b3821a6f53a6f93ac251d762c4a | Is chemotherapy considered palliative care for prostate cancer? | One of the most important goals of palliative care is easing the physical symptoms of the cancer itself and any side effects from treatment. |
07784022a9a2d127492cec895568ddb6 | What is palliative care for advanced prostate cancer? | It can be a big help at a time when you may be looking for relief from pain or new ways to deal with a swirl of intense feelings. Unlike hospice care, which is only given at the end of life, you can get palliative care at any stage of a serious illness, starting at your diagnosis. It can continue for weeks or months, including while you get treatment. Any medical professional -- such as a doctor, nurse, dietitian, pharmacist, or therapist -- can provide palliative care, but there are also specialists in the field. Most hospitals have palliative services, and some have centers that you can visit without having to stay overnight. Your primary care doctor may also be involved in the palliative care you get. One of the most important goals of palliative care is easing the physical symptoms of the cancer itself and any side effects from treatment. Some of the prostate cancer symptoms you can get help with are: Trouble peeing or needing to pee often Problems with erections or ejaculation Loss of sex drive Pain in your lower back, hips, and upper thighs Different pain relief drugs can help, and palliative care specialists are trained to spend time to pick the right medicine for your needs. |
fcb45e9899d85314fb8ceb152d4d21f0 | What symptoms of prostate cancer can palliative care help me with? | One of the most important goals of palliative care is easing the physical symptoms of the cancer itself and any side effects from treatment. Some of the prostate cancer symptoms you can get help with are: Trouble peeing or needing to pee often Problems with erections or ejaculation Loss of sex drive Pain in your lower back, hips, and upper thighs Different pain relief drugs can help, and palliative care specialists are trained to spend time to pick the right medicine for your needs. |
21e64ef80c2e8e0dc743933e221d959a | At home, what kinds of things call for protective eyewear? | It can include: Goggles, which are more impact resistant than safety glasses Safety glasses with side protection/shields Face shields, including welding helmets Full-face respirators, which include face shields At home: Protective eyewear can help prevent eye injury from: Household chemicals Workshop activities Gardening and lawn work Car repair or maintenance tasks If you injure your eye(s), get medical attention immediately. |
b658a90ba55ec8365d7a41735a922077 | What are some terms Iâll hear about eyeglass lenses, and what do they mean? | Lenses: Your glasses may have: Monofocal lenses: One vision correction for all distances Multifocal (bifocal, trifocal, progressive, or no-line) lenses: Correct both near and distant vision Ultraviolet ( UV) protection: A lens coating that blocks the sun's damaging and invisible UV rays Antireflective lens coating: Lessens light reflection off your glasses, and reduces daytime glare and the nighttime "starburst" effect around lights You may want to ask your eye doctor about other features like: Photochromatic lenses: They darken in situations where you'd otherwise wear sunglasses but act as regular eyeglasses in normal (usually indoor) light. |
00ad1c3be559428e1eba35192f12a811 | What kinds of materials are eyeglass frames made from? | They can may be made from: Plastic Plain metal A mix of plastic and metal Specialty metals like titanium and carbon graphite -- both are highly damage resistant Fit: Your new specs should feel almost as if you aren't wearing them. |
46b3884cb7b728ef576b7c228a7e014a | How should a new pair of eyeglasses feel when I put them on? | They can may be made from: Plastic Plain metal A mix of plastic and metal Specialty metals like titanium and carbon graphite -- both are highly damage resistant Fit: Your new specs should feel almost as if you aren't wearing them. They shouldn't rub against your ears or nose, fall off easily, or just not feel right. Give yourself enough time to get used to them. If problems don't go away, tell your eye doctor. |
bef78cbc60b0c57cb09cf3b3c1a8a1b2 | What are some good features to have in eyeglass lenses? | Lenses: Your glasses may have: Monofocal lenses: One vision correction for all distances Multifocal (bifocal, trifocal, progressive, or no-line) lenses: Correct both near and distant vision Ultraviolet ( UV) protection: A lens coating that blocks the sun's damaging and invisible UV rays Antireflective lens coating: Lessens light reflection off your glasses, and reduces daytime glare and the nighttime "starburst" effect around lights You may want to ask your eye doctor about other features like: Photochromatic lenses: They darken in situations where you'd otherwise wear sunglasses but act as regular eyeglasses in normal (usually indoor) light. Scratch protection: They're recommended for plastic lenses. Tints: They're mostly just for looks, but they can help if your eyes are sensitive to light. |
214e9260b88926420f0d1733925037a9 | Who is at high risk for colon cancer? | History of inflammatory bowel disease ( Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis) Close relatives who have had colorectal disease or polyps before age 60 Family history of familial adenomatous polyposis or hereditary non-polyposis colon cancer Specific recommendations for high-risk people are as follows: Colonoscopy at the time of initial polyp diagnosis If 1-2 small adenonatous polyps with low grade abnormality, repeat in 5 years. |
beaa6cd5806b9812e2b476111459748f | What are specific recommendations for people who have had surgery for colorectal cancer? | If 3-10 adenomatous polyps or 1 adenomoatous polyp greater than 1 centimeter, repeat colonoscopy within three years after polyp removal With certain types of polyps or with high grade abnormality, repeat colonoscopy within three years If normal, repeat again in five years If more than 10 adenomatous polyps, repeat in less than 3 years If polyps are permanently attached and not on a stem and are removed in portions, repeat colonoscopy in 2-6 months to verify complete polyp removal Colonoscopy within one year after surgery; if normal, repeat in three years; if still normal, repeat in five years. Colonoscopy at age 40 or 10 years before the age that the immediate family member was diagnosed with cancer, whichever is earlier; if normal, repeat every five years. |
e8fde68d967d73db41103be83fc4bc0f | What are specific recommendations for people with a family history of hereditary nonpolyposis colon cancer? | Colonoscopy every one to two years, starting at age 20 to 25 or2 to 5 years before the age that an immediate family member had cancer, whichever is earlier Genetic testing offered to first-degree family members Colonoscopy every one to two years, starting eight years after the start of pancolitis (involvement or the entire colon) or 12-15 years after the start of left-sided colitis |
d9b58f6dc7008620c3da4e169a931921 | What are specific recommendations for people with a family history of colorectal cancer? | Colonoscopy at age 40 or 10 years before the age that the immediate family member was diagnosed with cancer, whichever is earlier; if normal, repeat every five years. |
fe5a77c1eef8128d72106e919ca4bf5a | What are specific recommendations for people with a family history of familial adenomatous polyposis relative to colorectal cancer? | At age 10 to 12, annual flexible sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy. If positive genetic test, colon removal should be considered because of very high risk of colorectal cancer. |
24df1b7903fff9e3bcd97ad57923cbd7 | What cancer treatments can help me get to remission? | Different treatments can help you get to remission: Drugs like chemotherapy or targeted therapies Radiation Surgery Hormone therapy Immunotherapy Bone marrow or stem-cell therapy You may need to combine two or more treatments to get to remission. |
75f2c449c133d0e8bd2aac284aed3a4b | What are the types of cancer remission? | There are two types: Partial: Treatments have killed off most of your cancer cells, but tests show you still have some in your body. Your tumor has shrunk at least to half of its original size or doesn't grow bigger. Your doctor may also say it's stable. Complete: All signs of your cancer and its symptoms are gone. |
9a9d25a751c9ec54905aa155169234a9 | Can I combine cancer treatments? | Different treatments can help you get to remission: Drugs like chemotherapy or targeted therapies Radiation Surgery Hormone therapy Immunotherapy Bone marrow or stem-cell therapy You may need to combine two or more treatments to get to remission. You could have surgery to remove a tumor, then take medicine or radiation to kill cancer cells left behind. |
58bc94e3cc0a656762154c07a19091f8 | Does cancer remission mean that it is gone forever? | That doesn't mean your cancer is gone forever. You can still have cancer cells somewhere in your body. Regular checkups will help your doctor make sure the disease isn't active again. |
98e4eff0cae29ea14aeaf62c9d9d4f24 | What are the side effects and risks of cancer treatment? | Every cancer treatment has risks and side effects. Some drugs and radiation can lower fertility or make it hard to get pregnant later on. Talk to your doctor to decide which treatments are right for you. |
2be926392d9652b7307f31ad3dd83568 | How does maintenance therapy keep my cancer in remission? | That means you take lower doses of cancer drugs or hormones to keep the disease from coming back. You're still in remission, and these treatments help you stay there. |
a785b767d387b827b1ec2fef3d7c3edd | Are liver donations from a living donor more likely to succeed? | Your chances of surviving are better, partly because the donated liver comes from someone who is healthy. Your odds of success are also higher because the liver gets transplanted within minutes of being removed from the donor, rather than hours later. |
74cb9a5a0ccbb9ff456dafc841e72f2e | What are the best fabrics to wear if you have sensitive skin? | Cotton is cool where silk is warm; both are absorbent, helping to draw body moisture away from the skin. Rayon and linen are also comfortable for sensitive skin but are heavier than cotton or silk. Clothing should be loose fitting with a minimum of creases and folds. |
81d35c1c4bba26dc0d150b958cf7324d | Are hypoallergenic products good for sensitive skin? | And it can take action against manufacturers whose products or any of their ingredients are found to be: Unsafe Improperly labeled Adulterated Misbranded Hypoallergenic skin care products are not necessarily safer for sensitive skin. There are no federal standards governing manufacturers' use of the term âhypoallergenic.â So it can mean whatever a particular company wants it to mean. The National Institutes of Health ( NIH) and the National Library of Medicine ( NLM) Specialized Information Services group maintain a Household Products Database online. You can look up products by brand name to see what's in them and whether anything they contain could irritate your skin. |
81f4b73f8ef85baaa9862b4fa74eba09 | Will a child with sensitive skin outgrow it? | A child with sensitive skin due to eczema has a very good chance of outgrowing it before age 5 and a 40% to 50% chance of outgrowing it by the time he or she is a teen. About 80% of people ages 11 to 30 have outbreaks of acne. For most of them, acne typically goes away sometime in their 30s. Psoriasis is considered a chronic, lifelong disease. |
b287db43144ddc804db58f70906e1115 | What causes sensitive skin? | Causes of sensitive skin reactions include: Skin disorders or allergic skin reactions such as eczema, rosacea, or allergic contact dermatitis Overly dry or injured skin that can no longer protect nerve endings, leading to skin reactions Excessive exposure to skin-damaging environmental factors such as sun and wind or excessive heat or cold Genetic factors, age, gender, and race differences in skin sensitivity are less well-defined but still may play a role in causing skin reactions. |
f21a0b5eb21edb00d31d81c2622493b4 | Is sensitive skin inherited? | A number of the skin diseases and conditions linked to sensitive skin are known or believed to run in families. They include acne, eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea. Skin irritation from a reaction to a skin care, cosmetic, or household product is not inherited. |
771054801ad10d7526d48b0a82937892 | What kind of cleaning products are best for sensitive skin? | But most dermatologists agree that âdeodorantâ soap or highly fragranced soap contains strong detergents and shouldn't be used on the face. Soap-free cleansers such as mild cleansing bars and sensitive-skin bars along with most liquid facial cleansers have less potential for facial skin irritation than soaps. The same is true for cleansing creams and disposable facial washcloths. |
f4075b43f27fafb792a4ae0607f9d13e | How do you test a skin care product if you have sensitive skin? | Before putting a new product on your skin, do the following: For several days, apply a small amount behind an ear and leave it on overnight. If your skin does not become irritated, follow the same procedure, this time applying the product on an area alongside an eye. If you still don't see irritation, the product should be safe for you to apply on any area of your face. |
0e908a9d6d2ca971aaca7003eb68524b | What is sensitive skin? | Or they say they have it because even though they have no visible effects after contact with a product, it always makes their skin feel uncomfortable. But here is what dermatologists look for when diagnosing sensitive skin: Skin reactions such as pustules, skin bumps, or skin erosion Very dry skin which doesn't properly protect nerve endings in the skin A tendency toward blushing and skin flushing Have a dermatologist check your skin. That's the best way to find out if you have sensitive skin or whether something else is causing your skin condition. Causes of sensitive skin reactions include: Skin disorders or allergic skin reactions such as eczema, rosacea, or allergic contact dermatitis Overly dry or injured skin that can no longer protect nerve endings, leading to skin reactions Excessive exposure to skin-damaging environmental factors such as sun and wind or excessive heat or cold Genetic factors, age, gender, and race differences in skin sensitivity are less well-defined but still may play a role in causing skin reactions. |
813c791865028cb3c62dfe6fb4654b1a | Which men are more likely to get breast cancer? | It's rare for a man under age 35 to get breast cancer. A man's chance of getting breast cancer goes up with age. Most breast cancers happen to men between ages 60 and 70. Other things that raise the odds for male breast cancer include: Breast cancer in a close female relative History of radiation exposure of the chest Enlargement of breasts (called gynecomastia) from drug or hormone treatments, or even some infections and poisons Taking estrogen A rare genetic condition called Klinefelter's syndrome Severe liver disease, called cirrhosis Diseases of the testicles such as mumps orchitis, a testicular injury, or an undescended testicle Symptoms of breast cancer in men are similar to those in women. |
db3032842b1cb38bcdcbbe4c2842af30 | How is breast cancer in men treated? | Likewise, the same treatments that are used in treating breast cancer in women -- surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, biological therapy, and hormone therapy -- are also used to treat breast cancer in men. The one major difference is that men with breast cancer respond much better to hormone therapy than women do. About 90% of male breast cancers have hormone receptors, meaning that hormone therapy can work in most men to treat the cancer. |
b8b5be7618397734cc4b5b827780e0aa | How serious is breast cancer in men? | Doctors used to think that breast cancer in men was more severe than it was in women, but it now seems that it's about the same. The major problem is that breast cancer in men is often diagnosed later than breast cancer in women. This may be because men are less likely to be suspicious of something strange in that area. Also, their small amount of breast tissue is harder to feel, making it more difficult to catch these cancers early. It also means tumors can spread more quickly to surrounding tissues. |
65f211b2faee52137726e48240782bbd | How is breast cancer in men diagnosed? | The same techniques that are used to diagnose breast cancer in women are used in men: physical exams, mammography, and biopsies (examining small samples of tissue under a microscope). |
90a63afb17ff88e1cddd7564ee3dcce0 | What are the symptoms of breast cancer in men? | Other things that raise the odds for male breast cancer include: Breast cancer in a close female relative History of radiation exposure of the chest Enlargement of breasts (called gynecomastia) from drug or hormone treatments, or even some infections and poisons Taking estrogen A rare genetic condition called Klinefelter's syndrome Severe liver disease, called cirrhosis Diseases of the testicles such as mumps orchitis, a testicular injury, or an undescended testicle Symptoms of breast cancer in men are similar to those in women. Most male breast cancers are diagnosed when a man discovers a lump on his chest. But unlike women, men tend to delay going to the doctor until they have more severe symptoms, like bleeding from the nipple. At that point, the cancer may have already spread. |
f2eadc4feaaeb8a289bf3ed8241709c4 | What are synthetic oxygen carriers in blood doping? | These are chemicals that have the ability to carry oxygen. Two examples are: HBOCs (hemoglobin-based oxygen carriers) PFCs (perfluorocarbons) Synthetic oxygen carriers have a legitimate medical use as emergency therapy. It is used when a patient needs a blood transfusion but: human blood is not available there is a high risk of blood infection there isn't enough time to find the proper match of blood type Athletes use synthetic oxygen carriers to achieve the same performance-enhancing effects of other types of blood doping: increased oxygen in the blood that helps fuel muscles. |
9a38060043ae717b36fa6be016cc52b3 | What are injections of erythropoietin in blood doping? | EPO is a hormone produced by the kidney. It regulates the body's production of red blood cells. In medical practice, EPO injections are given to stimulate the production of red blood cells. For example, a synthetic EPO can be used to treat patients with anemia related to chronic or end-stage kidney disease. Athletes using EPO do so to encourage their bodies to produce higher than normal amounts of red blood cells to enhance performance. |
7b0836ebcf6f976bcd0f7d56b471f233 | What are the risks of synthetic oxygen carriers for blood doping? | Blood transfusions also have potential side effects of: allergic reactions fever rashes or hives The risks of EPO injections include: hyperkalemia (potentially dangerous elevation of plasma potassium levels in the body) high blood pressure mild flu-like symptoms Athletes who use synthetic oxygen carriers have an increased risk of: heart disease stroke heart attack blood clot |
8b31c039d0faf1f7303bc70ebbe9c620 | What are the three widely used types of blood doping? | The three widely used types of blood doping are: blood transfusions injections of erythropoietin ( EPO) injections of synthetic oxygen carriers Here are some more details about each of these types of blood doping: Blood transfusions. |
9854128563f4a62e9903c1bddb445917 | What are the risks of erythropoietin injections for blood doping? | Blood transfusions also have potential side effects of: allergic reactions fever rashes or hives The risks of EPO injections include: hyperkalemia (potentially dangerous elevation of plasma potassium levels in the body) high blood pressure mild flu-like symptoms Athletes who use synthetic oxygen carriers have an increased risk of: heart disease stroke heart attack blood clot |
6841f542dcdc893170612f246144cbf6 | What are the risks of blood transfusions for blood doping? | Blood doping via transfusion carries additional risks. Tainted blood can spread infectious diseases such as: HIV hepatitis B hepatitis C Over time, repeated blood transfusions can cause a dangerous buildup of iron in the body. |
e6ad2a54b1982afa08007aa0dc4ecde6 | What are the types of blood transfusions used for blood doping? | Illicit blood transfusions are used by athletes to boost performance. There are two types. Autologous transfusion. This involves a transfusion of the athlete's own blood, which is drawn and then stored for future use. Homologous transfusion. In this type of transfusion, athletes use the blood of someone else with the same blood type. |
4bd714e8aba018000fe8f96d1ba451e2 | How do I stop the bleeding from a broken foot? | If the bone is pushing through the skin, do not touch it or try to put it back in place. Apply ice. |
87a4bea595698d18ecc12e6ae19f9cea | Can deep vein thrombosis (DVT) make my legs swell? | Deep vein thrombosis ( DVT) and thrombophlebitis: If you have DVT, it means there's a blood clot in a vein in your leg. It could break off and travel to your lung. When that happens, it's called a pulmonary embolism, and it can be life-threatening. In thrombophlebitis, also called superficial thrombophlebitis, clots form closer to the surface of the skin and aren't likely to break off. |
05f58bb63516c096bed0b37a762e26c6 | How can you tell if varicose veins are causing your legs to swell? | Varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency: You get these conditions when the valves inside your leg veins don't keep the blood flowing up toward your heart. Instead, it backs up and collects in pools, causing bluish clusters of varicose veins on your skin. Sometimes, they can make your legs swell. Some other symptoms might include: Pain after sitting or standing for a long time Changes in skin color -- you might see clumps of red or purple veins, or the skin on your lower legs might look brown Dry, irritated, cracked skin Sores Achy legs Learn more about symptoms of varicose veins. |
009dda0953f07e54642f9a970c9c1364 | How can you tell if a sprain or a broken bone is causing your legs to swell? | If you twist your ankle or break a bone, you'll likely get some swelling. It's your body's natural reaction to the injury. It moves fluid and white blood cells into the area and releases chemicals that help you heal. |
282f5ffb495c09df6f2df4c1d627c1b5 | Should I call my doctor if my medication is causing my legs to swell? | The medications most likely to cause swollen legs include: Heart medicines called calcium channel blockers are often to blame: Amlodipine ( Norvasc) Nifedipine ( Adalat CC, Afeditab CR, Nifediac CC, Nifedical XL, Procardia) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs), like: Aspirin Ibuprofen Naproxen Celecoxib ( Celebrex) Certain diabetes drugs, including metformin Hormone medications containing estrogen or progesterone Some antidepressants Call your doctor if you take any of these drugs and get swollen lower limbs. |
4b2cb38648c7226e42bb851152053689 | What home remedies can help reduce swelling in my legs? | On long car rides, switch positions and stop for breaks as often as you can. |
9b87ecd90c41ec5172a5f9b05dbb55eb | Are the first symptoms of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) puffy legs? | One of the first symptoms of DVT or thrombophlebitis is one swollen leg (especially the calf), as blood pools in the area. Check with your doctor right away if you have swelling in one leg or any of these other symptoms: Leg pain, tenderness, or cramping Skin that's tinged red or blue Skin that feels warm Learn more about blood clots in veins. |
b887c3a3071f05a4e532c45e23034e2b | Can congestive heart failure make my legs swell? | Several things can lead to extra fluid, or edema, in one leg, or both: Congestive heart failure: This happens when your heart is too weak to pump all the blood your body needs. It leads to fluid buildup, especially in your legs. Other symptoms of congestive heart failure: Shortness of breath or trouble breathing Tiredness Cough Learn more about heart failure symptoms. |
8fbc9fd505e3d0656519f87988f545b4 | Can preeclampsia make my legs swell? | If you notice these other symptoms as well, let your doctor know because it might mean you have a serious condition called preeclampsia: Severe swelling, especially around your eyes Bad headache Vision changes, like blurriness or sensitivity to light If, during the last trimester or soon after delivery, you have swollen legs and shortness of breath, talk to your doctor about a condition called peripartum cardiomyopathy, a type of heart failure related to pregnancy. |
d026eb73c850b384b98eb21058d92870 | Is my medication making my legs swell? | Sometimes, swelling can be an unwelcome side effect of prescription drugs. The medications most likely to cause swollen legs include: Heart medicines called calcium channel blockers are often to blame: Amlodipine ( Norvasc) Nifedipine ( Adalat CC, Afeditab CR, Nifediac CC, Nifedical XL, Procardia) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs), like: Aspirin Ibuprofen Naproxen Celecoxib ( Celebrex) Certain diabetes drugs, including metformin Hormone medications containing estrogen or progesterone Some antidepressants Call your doctor if you take any of these drugs and get swollen lower limbs. |
12f175711a77fbe14a27a5e33f178c26 | Can long-term kidney disease make my legs swell? | Long-term kidney disease happens when your kidneys don't work the way they should. Instead of filtering water and waste material from your blood, fluid gathers in your body, which causes swelling in your arms and legs. You may also notice symptoms like these: Fatigue Shortness of breath Nausea Too much thirst Bruising and bleeding Acute kidney failure -- when your kidneys suddenly stop working -- can also cause swollen legs, ankles, and feet. |
c662d2708ffa816d1e6b1aea775a3165 | Can varicose veins make my legs swell? | Varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency: You get these conditions when the valves inside your leg veins don't keep the blood flowing up toward your heart. Instead, it backs up and collects in pools, causing bluish clusters of varicose veins on your skin. Sometimes, they can make your legs swell. Some other symptoms might include: Pain after sitting or standing for a long time Changes in skin color -- you might see clumps of red or purple veins, or the skin on your lower legs might look brown Dry, irritated, cracked skin Sores Achy legs Learn more about symptoms of varicose veins. |
978cb3366c9e2291bf8dcf26ac81ecf0 | How can you tell if congestive heart failure is causing your legs to swell? | Several things can lead to extra fluid, or edema, in one leg, or both: Congestive heart failure: This happens when your heart is too weak to pump all the blood your body needs. It leads to fluid buildup, especially in your legs. Other symptoms of congestive heart failure: Shortness of breath or trouble breathing Tiredness Cough Learn more about heart failure symptoms. |
8aa84e8a3b4ad0d682c6ebf48506d826 | How can you tell if medications are causing your legs to swell? | Sometimes, swelling can be an unwelcome side effect of prescription drugs. The medications most likely to cause swollen legs include: Heart medicines called calcium channel blockers are often to blame: Amlodipine ( Norvasc) Nifedipine ( Adalat CC, Afeditab CR, Nifediac CC, Nifedical XL, Procardia) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs), like: Aspirin Ibuprofen Naproxen Celecoxib ( Celebrex) Certain diabetes drugs, including metformin Hormone medications containing estrogen or progesterone Some antidepressants Call your doctor if you take any of these drugs and get swollen lower limbs. |
7ea269cba27bcd04a0756108913e655f | Why might my legs be swollen? | But it may also be a sign that you're overweight or don't get enough exercise, or of more serious medical conditions. |
14b9940d31506b0de635a551dba0a311 | How can you tell if long-term kidney disease is causing your legs to swell? | Long-term kidney disease happens when your kidneys don't work the way they should. Instead of filtering water and waste material from your blood, fluid gathers in your body, which causes swelling in your arms and legs. |
531641810cfb5716e6fb443100efd74f | What causes my legs to swell? | Your legs swell for two main reasons: Fluid buildup (edema): It happens when the tissues or blood vessels in your legs hold more fluid than they should. This can happen if you simply spend a long day on your feet or sit for too long. But it may also be a sign that you're overweight or don't get enough exercise, or of more serious medical conditions. Inflammation: It happens when the tissues in your legs get irritated and swollen. It's a natural response if you break a bone or tear a tendon or ligament, but it also may be a sign of a more serious inflammatory illness, like arthritis. |
214beb91c46e1c25b80b370f68c5fe4a | Can leg swelling be a sign of something serious? | But since leg swelling can be a sign of something serious, don't ignore it. If you notice other symptoms, especially leg pain, shortness of breath, or extreme fatigue, call your doctor right away. |
0e858f9f9d5e63a2965671811234d7a9 | Can pregnancy make my legs swell? | By the third trimester, your growing baby puts pressure on the veins in your legs. This slows the circulation of your blood and causes fluid to build up. The result: mild swelling. |
720618e5e5f1a8a17834313bc52cfa73 | How can you tell if deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and thrombophlebitis is causing your legs to swell? | Deep vein thrombosis ( DVT) and thrombophlebitis: If you have DVT, it means there's a blood clot in a vein in your leg. It could break off and travel to your lung. When that happens, it's called a pulmonary embolism, and it can be life-threatening. In thrombophlebitis, also called superficial thrombophlebitis, clots form closer to the surface of the skin and aren't likely to break off. One of the first symptoms of DVT or thrombophlebitis is one swollen leg (especially the calf), as blood pools in the area. Check with your doctor right away if you have swelling in one leg or any of these other symptoms: Leg pain, tenderness, or cramping Skin that's tinged red or blue Skin that feels warm Learn more about blood clots in veins. |
9dc61023392f60fa60888c9de936fcd1 | What sleep milestones should you expect in your 10-month-old? | but there's nothing to worry about if they are still taking 2 naps. If you're going to skip a nap, it's better to skip the morning one. An after-lunch nap will help baby stay awake through the afternoon and avoid pre-bedtime crankiness. Your baby should make up for the lost nap by sleeping for an extra hour or two at night, and sleeping through the night. |
fb13c03d9c08e9df3a42dc79d54280ac | What motor skills milestones should you expect in your 10-month-old? | In this portion of Web MD's month-by-month guide, you'll discover what baby milestones you can expect your child to achieve when she's 10 months old. Your 10-month-old is enjoying the freedom of exploring in many different ways. Babies at this age can crawl, pull from a seated position to standing, squat while holding on or sit back down, and cruise around while holding onto the furniture or your hands. Walking is now just a couple of months away, so you can expect your baby to soon be on the go even more. At 10 months, your baby's coordination has improved a lot. Children at this age are pretty adept at picking up small objects in their pincer grasp. They can also spot items easily at this age and quickly get to them. |
711b5a6b93949c822e1b03b15e5c9cc4 | What are some tips for your babyâs 10th month? | Even though your baby isn't talking yet, engage her in real conversations. For instance, respond to her babbles with â Really?â or â That's so interesting!â Or carry on a conversation using a stuffed animal or puppet. You'll encourage your baby to keep talking and learning new words. Turn on the tunes. Any type of music will work, whether it's pop, country, or show tunes. Your baby will love bopping and bouncing along to the rhythm. Hide toys and help your little one look for them to practice object permanence-the idea that things continue to exist, even when she can't see them. At 10 months, your baby should be babbling, making eye contact, and responding to your words and actions. If you are worried that your baby isn't communicating appropriately, call your pediatrician for an evaluation. |
0fa7558e902b72080fd46f486e0e7ef4 | What communication milestones should you expect in your 10-month-old? | Babies at this age are mimics, and you may notice your baby copying just about everything you do, from brushing your hair to picking up the phone. Your baby will listen to the sound of your words and will watch you carefully to gauge your reactions to situations. If you cry at a sad movie, for example, you may see your baby's face crumple up, too. Ten-month-olds can understand and follow simple, one-step commands, such as âwave bye-byeâ or "clap hands." They also can attach meanings to certain words. When you say âcarâ or âdog,â your baby may point at the object, and she should respond to the sound of her own name. |
9a268e8d7995b84ae6e7805318694e1e | Who is at risk for septic arthritis? | Young children and elderly adults are most likely to develop septic arthritis. People with open wounds are also at a higher risk for septic arthritis. In addition, people with a weakened immune system and those with pre-existing conditions such as cancer, diabetes, intravenous drug abuse, and immune deficiency disorders have a higher risk of septic arthritis. In addition, previously damaged joints have an increased likelihood of becoming infected. |
85c2937ad98d48898d92678829d0e818 | What are the symptoms of septic arthritis? | Symptoms of septic arthritis usually come on rapidly with intense pain, joint swelling, and fever. Septic arthritis symptoms may include: Chills Fatigue and generalized weakness Fever Inability to move the limb with the infected joint Severe pain in the affected joint, especially with movement Swelling (increased fluid within the joint) Warmth (the joint is red and warm to touch because of increased blood flow) A procedure called arthrocentesis is commonly used to make an accurate diagnosis of septic arthritis. |
7ec93bc914bce9c1c3f28f110d4e26d6 | What causes septic arthritis? | Septic arthritis usually is caused by bacteria that spread through the blood stream from another area of the body. It can also be caused by a bacterial infection from an open wound or an opening from a surgical procedure, such as knee surgery. |
0c70c60082c00ef048f553b1be578f98 | What is the treatment for septic arthritis? | Septic arthritis treatments include using a combination of powerful antibiotics as well as draining the infected synovial fluid from the joint. |
0a11b685e4c641a7f7abf3dab187773e | What is septic arthritis? | Septic arthritis is also known as infectious arthritis, and is usually caused by bacteria. It can also be caused by a virus or fungus. The condition is an inflammation of a joint that's caused by infection. Typically, septic arthritis affects one large joint in the body, such as the knee or hip. |
133416b96f7fddda48de47ce5d239b88 | What viral or fungal infections can cause septic arthritis? | Viruses include: Hepatitis A, B, and C Parvovirus B19 Herpes viruses HIV ( AIDS virus) HTLV-1 Adenovirus Coxsackie viruses Mumps Fungi that can cause arthritis include histoplasma, coccidiomyces, and blastomyces. |
3152c4144b0c8147c929f2486bc3db5a | How can skipping meals trigger migraines? | Being hungry to the point that you feel shaky can bring on a migraine. Some researchers think low glucose (blood sugar) levels may cause changes in your brain that bring them on. |
311d3050f14cb7bdf889761f9611e60b | How can sleeping too much or too little trigger migraines? | It's important to keep a regular schedule. If you can't fall or stay asleep or if you're getting 7 to 8 hours a night and still feel tired, talk to your doctor. You could have a sleep disorder like sleep apnea or insomnia. They can cause headaches, including migraine headaches. Getting treatment for them may help ease your aching head. |
aa6cb7fff566a3865b96f6c2447d4aca | Why should adults get the hepatitis B vaccine? | Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for adults seeking protection from hepatitis B exposure. Any adult working in high-risk environments like STD clinics or drug rehab centers, should be vaccinated for Hepatitis B. Health care workers, public safety workers, household contacts, and sexual partners of persons with chronic hepatitis B should also receive the hepatitis B vaccine. |
332048a8866d00f8f82aa98b3843817d | What adults should get the chickenpox vaccine? | Other significant changes include: The ACIP now suggests that adults without evidence of prior immunity to chickenpox receive the varicella vaccine. Special consideration should be given to: Those at high risk for infection or transmission, such as health care workers and teachers. Those who are in close contact with people at high risk of infection. Family and others who come in contact with people with compromised immune systems. |
9df60dc6e1e42df70113f0599abc3b60 | Is walking good for certain parts of your body? | Core: No. Walking doesn't specifically target your core. Arms: No. This workout doesn't target your arms. Legs: Yes. Walking works the major muscles in your legs. Glutes: Yes. Walking uphill is great for your glutes. Back: No. This workout doesn't focus on your back muscles. |
b31ae39b12ce56bb5308342a108490a4 | When should you tell someone you're dating that you have genital herpes? | It's up to you to decide the right time to tell a date that you have genital herpes. Follow two rules: First, don't wait until after having sex. Second, don't wait until you're just about to have sex -- in which case the attraction may be too strong for either of you to think rationally and act responsibly. |
4ba818e134757e894bf37f7b4bffe068 | How does genital herpes affect HIV? | Having genital herpes can increase the risk of being infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, and it can cause serious problems for people living with HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). People who have genital herpes sores are more likely to be infected with HIV during intercourse. |
c887e36c2b24f96c6860f33a64f635b5 | Is it harder to treat genital herpes and HIV when you have both? | Higher doses of antiviral drugs are often needed to treat herpes in people with HIV. Also, many people with HIV have strains of the herpes virus that are resistant to treatment with the standard antiviral drugs. |
4df9d10c2b0051e1c158f55c89508738 | My child prefers a limited diet. Should I be worried about that? | As long as growth and weight gain are normal and the baby is achieving his or her milestones, there's usually no reason to worry about a fussy baby who prefers a limited diet. But if you find yourself worried about infant feeding problems, talk to your pediatrician before trying the following tips. |
1f75cd12f63aa7f47fe6f95004181e39 | What complications can happen in infants or children who have rumination disorder? | Among the many potential complications associated with untreated rumination disorder in infants and children are: Malnutrition Lowered resistance to infections and diseases Failure to grow and thrive Weight loss Stomach diseases such as ulcers Dehydration Bad breath and tooth decay Aspiration pneumonia and other respiratory problems (from vomit that is breathed into the lungs) Choking Death In most cases, infants and young children with rumination disorder will outgrow the behavior and return to eating normally. |
70df431f38c5bef20806eccb00afa03f | How is rumination disorder treated in infants and children? | Treatment of rumination disorder mainly focuses on changing the child's behavior. Several approaches may be used, including: Changing the child's posture during and right after eating Encouraging more interaction between mother and child during feeding; giving the child more attention Reducing distractions during feeding Making feeding a more relaxing and pleasurable experience Distracting the child when he or she begins the rumination behavior Aversive conditioning, which involves placing something sour or bad-tasting on the child's tongue when he or she begins to vomit Psychotherapy for the mother and/or family may be helpful to improve communication and address any negative feelings toward the child due to the behavior. |
9020d46da95772a3118af3adf539d667 | How common is rumination disorder in babies and children? | Rumination disorder most often occurs in infants and very young children (between 3 and 12 months), and in children with cognitive impairments. It is rare in older children, adolescents, and adults. It may occur slightly more often in boys than in girls, but few studies of the disorder exist to confirm this. |
2b11c1edbd0fde4acce196ebd1f5e06d | Can you prevent rumination disorder? | There is no known way to prevent rumination disorder in infants and children. However, careful attention to a child's eating habits may help catch the disorder before serious complications can occur. |
7fbcb757cb819907bd64ac284d227320 | What are symptoms of rumination disorder in infants and children? | Symptoms of rumination disorder in babies and young kids include: Repeated regurgitation of food Repeated re-chewing of food Weight loss Bad breath and tooth decay Repeated stomachaches and indigestion Raw and chapped lips In addition, infants with rumination may make unusual movements that are typical of the disorder. |
445ad60a69e375cee25e079c78f56247 | Do children and infants outgrow rumination disorder? | Among the many potential complications associated with untreated rumination disorder in infants and children are: Malnutrition Lowered resistance to infections and diseases Failure to grow and thrive Weight loss Stomach diseases such as ulcers Dehydration Bad breath and tooth decay Aspiration pneumonia and other respiratory problems (from vomit that is breathed into the lungs) Choking Death In most cases, infants and young children with rumination disorder will outgrow the behavior and return to eating normally. For older children, this disorder can continue for months. |
c75c3173ac6b6437c2f2aeb6b381a69f | Does retinopathy of prematurity improve on its own? | For many babies, ROP often gets better on its own. But if it's severe and the risk of a detached retina is high, your child's doctor will want to start treatment. About 10% of babies screened for ROP will need to be treated. |
80f086c5f628709f120f56684856a791 | How will the doctor examine my baby with retinopathy of prematurity? | If your baby has ROP, the doctor will see where it is in the eye, how severe it is, and what the blood vessels in the eyes look like. |
f90f03847921ffe43886c7c0fa9fd302 | What kinds of babies does retinopathy of prematurity affect? | ROP tends to affect premature babies who weigh less than 2 ¾ pounds and are born before the 31st week of pregnancy. ( A full-term pregnancy lasts 38-42 weeks.) |
4a7007a3f928627cf5fed9748e1781cd | How many babies born with retinopathy of prematurity in the United States will become legally blind? | Over time, these blood vessels and the associated scar tissue can cause serious vision problems, such as: Damage to the retina and detachment (the retina is moved from its normal place) that leads to permanent and severe loss of vision Crossed eyes (strabismus) Increased eye pressure (glaucoma) " Lazy eye" (amblyopia) Nearsightedness (myopia) Of the 14,000 babies in the U. S. born with ROP each year, 400 to 600 will become legally blind. |
15c5c498dfec30c39520ce1cd57b61c8 | What are the symptoms of retinopathy of prematurity? | Only an ophthalmologist can tell if your baby has ROP. All infants who are at risk for it should be screened shortly after birth and again once they go home from the hospital. Sometimes, ROP isn't spotted until a baby is 4 to 6 weeks old. |
352d629f4b795473287c4dadb4e2a3c1 | Is laser surgery used to treat retinopathy of prematurity? | Small laser beams are used to treat the sides of the retina. This stops the growth of abnormal blood vessels. It takes 30-45 minutes per eye. This is the most common way ROP is treated, and it's been done safely for many years. But your baby may lose some or all of her peripheral (side) vision. |
53fbdbb72bd76bf38ad17d9896d12a85 | What is retinopathy of prematurity? | The smaller a baby is at birth, the greater his chance of having retinopathy of prematurity ( ROP), an eye disorder that can lead to vision loss. But most babies who are born with it get better over time. Many don't need treatment at all. |
c9dce0ed265171f43c0d36ae87c7d0ed | What are the causes of retinopathy of prematurity? | A baby's eyes begin to develop around the 16th week of pregnancy. If she's born very early, this process is cut short. The blood vessels in her eyes don't have enough time to develop as they should. Instead, they grow where they're not supposed to. Or they can be so fragile that they bleed or leak. |
9aab1dce612cbf5eef4bbb6558b35b46 | Is cryotherapy used to treat retinopathy of prematurity? | Instead of burning away the scars, freezing cold temperatures are used to stop more blood vessels from spreading on the retina. This is an older form of ROP treatment. It also causes a loss of side vision. |
621018a16eaebc8c83d620c7e53c490b | Is scleral buckling used to treat retinopathy of prematurity? | A small, stretchy band is placed around the white of the eye, causing it to compress slightly. This allows the torn retina to move closer to the outer wall of the eye where it belongs. |
1c05006c259fbbf456d0fbbd67b13083 | Is vitrectomy used to treat retinopathy of prematurity? | During this surgery, the clear gel (vitreous) in the center of the eye is removed and replaced with saline solution. Then, the scar tissue that's pulling the retina out of place is removed. |
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