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b68d1aeb399a526b692a42e79f6e4897 | What vision problems could children with retinopathy of prematurity have? | Complications: Children who've had ROP are more likely to get other problems later on: Myopia (nearsightedness) Strabismus (misalignment of the eyes) Amblyopia (lazy eye) Glaucoma Retinal detachment Your child will need regular eye exams by a specialist as often as he recommends. If the doctor catches them early on, he can treat most of these conditions without any vision loss. |
9f260e3fee86415b8cfdf6fa8e58d77b | How is retinopathy of prematurity treated? | Medications placed inside the eye. Studies are ongoing to see if the medications that treat adult age-related macular degeneration can be used. Early treatment can help preserve central vision, which lets your child see straight ahead, read, see colors, and drive. Some of these procedures can lead to a loss of side vision. |
ea49e4771a5971ae11e211cfafaf0464 | What vision problems could babies with strabismus have? | Complications: Because the eyes focus in two different areas, the brain receives two different images. To make up for this, your baby's brain ignores the image from the crossed eye and processes only the image from the stronger eye. This can affect her depth perception. It can also lead to amblyopia, or lazy eye. This happens when the crossed eye doesn't develop good eyesight or even loses vision. About one-third of children with strabismus get amblyopia. |
1704efaefd40122b6c5a9fdc1cc27231 | What is retinopathy of prematurity? | It usually affects both eyes and is the main reason children have vision loss. Babies who weigh about 2 ¾ pounds and are born earlier than 31 weeks are most likely to get it. Fortunately, most will have a mild case and won't need treatment. More severe forms can cause vision loss and even blindness if you don't take care of them. ROP causes blood vessels in the eye to grow abnormally and spread through the retina. These new blood vessels are fragile, and they leak blood into the eye. Scar tissue can form and pull the retina away from the back of the eye, causing vision loss. Treatment: The disease has five stages. Infantile esotropia is a type that affects premature babies. |
a45404fa417e5e0631e8aefb4428447c | How are babies treated for strabismus? | He'll block the stronger eye so her brain sees only images from the weaker one. He might use an eyepatch or drops that blur vision. This will strengthen her crossed eye and help her see better. Once her vision is stable, the doctor may do surgery to repair muscles around her eye. But her eyes will be better in the long run if she gets treatment before age 2. Even after surgery, she may still need glasses. Because strabismus can return, stick to the regular eye exam schedule her doctor recommends. |
927e6dd91d066992f114e3911a4bb877 | What are some long-acting bronchodilator asthma inhalers available in the United States? | Advair, Dulera, and Symbicort (a combination of a long-acting beta-agonist bronchodilator and an inhaled steroid) Salmeterol ( Serevent) Formoterol ( Foradil) Formoterol solution for nebulizers ( Perforomist) Long-acting beta-agonist bronchodilators raise the risk of death from asthma and should only be used as additional treatment for people who are using an inhaled steroid. |
68a76e95d219bcbc47cdcc2591286376 | What is a bronchodilator? | Almost all people with asthma use a bronchodilator to help open their airways. Short-acting bronchodilators are used as a "quick relief" or "rescue inhalers", while long-acting bronchodilators can be used every day to control asthma -- along with an inhaled steroid. |
bd36b7d5c50c5d810290dd50b4508f91 | What are the risks of using long-acting bronchodilator asthma inhalers? | Advair, Dulera, and Symbicort (a combination of a long-acting beta-agonist bronchodilator and an inhaled steroid) Salmeterol ( Serevent) Formoterol ( Foradil) Formoterol solution for nebulizers ( Perforomist) Long-acting beta-agonist bronchodilators raise the risk of death from asthma and should only be used as additional treatment for people who are using an inhaled steroid. For details, talk to your doctor and see the drugs' black-box warning. |
3fbd5962857f5dc643ad28e39729da13 | What should I keep in mind when using bronchodilators? | And keep in mind that not only is smoking and exposure to cigarette smoke especially dangerous when you have asthma, it can also interfere with how your body responds to the medication. So it's best to avoid smoke and cigarette smoking. |
76ee7e2e336027cb13d25fa88e8a51a4 | What are the side effects of using theophylline as a bronchodilator? | Side effects of theophylline include: Nausea and vomiting Diarrhea Stomachache Headache Rapid or irregular heartbeat Muscle cramps Jittery or nervous feeling Hyperactivity These side effects may also be a sign that you've taken too much medication. Your doctor will check levels of the drug in your blood to make sure you're getting the proper amount. |
4642abcd37b09e61a280bb5d10be9cf2 | How do anticholinergic bronchodilators work? | Bronchodilators can have side effects such as: Nervous or shaky feeling Higher heart rate or palpitations Upset stomach Trouble sleeping Muscle aches or cramps Anticholinergics are bronchodilators mainly used for treating COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, like emphysema) and asthma. Atrovent treats COPD and can be used off-label to treat asthma flares. You can get it as an inhaler and a nebulizer solution. Dry throat is the most common side effect. If the medication gets in your eyes, it can cause blurred vision for a short time. Tiotropium bromide ( Spiriva Respimat) is for people who have either asthma or COPD. It comes in an inhaler. Anyone over 6 can may use this medication once daily as a long-term asthma treatment. It's used for COPD flares and long-term treatment if inhaled bronchodilators don't help. |
a8b5d10122e45225dd014606f24d0364 | What are the types of bronchodilators for asthma? | For treating asthma symptoms, there are three types of bronchodilators: beta-agonists, anticholinergics, and theophylline. You can get these bronchodilators as tablets, liquids, and shots, but the preferred way to take beta-agonists and anticholinergics is inhaling them. |
ff67ec8c6050062fd127098cdb0c9b35 | What are the risks of using theophylline as a bronchodilator? | Always tell your doctors if you take theophylline for asthma because certain medications, like some antibiotics, seizure medicines, and ulcer medicines, can interact with it. Make sure your doctor knows about any other medical conditions you may have. |
6665112badb518e552872c57855b5538 | What are long-acting bronchodilators? | Short-acting bronchodilators are used as a "quick relief" or "rescue inhalers", while long-acting bronchodilators can be used every day to control asthma -- along with an inhaled steroid. They should only be used with inhaled steroids for long-term control of asthma symptoms. You'll take a long-acting bronchodilator twice a day. |
87b6a35d28102b9f6b02249ca4eda5ca | How do I know if I have keratitis? | Symptoms to look out for: Severe pain Blurred vision Tearing Redness Extreme sensitivity to light Discharge Treatment usually includes antibiotic or antifungal eyedrops. Some people need antiviral drugs and steroid eyedrops. |
b0401ff17dce65bd764e6db91ded252e | How is the cornea structured? | To understand potential problems, it helps to know the parts of the cornea. Is has three main layers: Epithelium. The outermost layer. It stops outside matter from getting into your eye. It also absorbs oxygen and nutrients from tears. Stroma. The middle and thickest layer lies behind the epithelium. It's made up mostly of water and proteins that give it an elastic but solid form. Endothelium. This is a single layer of cells on the very back of the stroma. The aqueous humor, a clear fluid in the front chamber of your eye, is in constant contact with this layer. It works like a pump. The stroma absorbs excess liquid and the endothelium pulls it out. Without this function, the stroma would become waterlogged. Your cornea would get opaque and hazy, and so would your vision. |
5d5050fff2d7ff4831d1288f02dd9248 | What conditions can cause damage to the cornea? | Keratitis: This inflammation sometimes occurs after viruses, bacteria, or fungi get into the cornea. They can get in after an injury and cause infection, inflammation, and ulcers. If your contact lenses cause an eye injury, that, too, can lead to keratitis. |
8883035c8011af8b98638701f44bc856 | What are symptoms of corneal problems? | Your cornea usually heals itself after most minor injuries or infections. But during the healing process, you might notice symptoms like: Pain Blurred vision Tearing Redness Extreme sensitivity to light These symptoms also come with other eye problems, so they may signal a more serious issue that requires special treatment. If you have them, go to your eye doctor. |
2f4a1202e09adef44440d75b68a2c79d | How do you get keratoconus? | Causes include: Genetics (you can inherit a tendency for the condition from a parent) Eye trauma (from rubbing your eyes a lot) Eye diseases like retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, and vernal keratoconjunctivitis, along with Down syndrome, osteogenesis imperfecta, Addison's disease, Leber's congenital amaurosis, and Ehlers- Danlos syndrome are associated with keratoconus. |
ec92b8747d288ae85cf91e284d5a77b2 | Can you prevent genetic corneal diseases? | But you can hang onto your vision if you find and treat them early. |
70efa61f669dc027744b28025cbb8c2d | How are cornea problems caused by Fuch's dystrophy treated? | Treatment includes: Eyedrops/ointments Drying your swollen cornea with a hair dryer (at arm's length) two or three times a day Corneal transplant (full or partial) Lattice dystrophy: This is abnormal protein fibers in the stroma. |
91da4669d6575a95cb8035632da8f37c | What can happen if your cornea is damaged? | If your cornea is damaged by disease, infection, or an injury, the resulting scars can affect your vision. They might block or distort light as it enters your eye. |
e3f601c6cb3d478496169308fa35dd5c | How is corneal damage caused by keratitis treated? | Symptoms to look out for: Severe pain Blurred vision Tearing Redness Extreme sensitivity to light Discharge Treatment usually includes antibiotic or antifungal eyedrops. Some people need antiviral drugs and steroid eyedrops. |
030ac436716c6c2f41b4448934256a66 | How does ocular herpes (herpes of the eye) damage your cornea? | Ocular Herpes ( Herpes of the Eye): Like fever blisters, this viral infection can come back again and again. The main cause is the herpes simplex virus I ( HSV I), the same one that leads to cold sores. It can also result from the sexually transmitted herpes simplex virus II ( HSV II) that causes genital herpes. This condition creates sores on the cornea. Over time, the inflammation can spread deeper into your cornea and eye. |
ef55ca5f3326d7f400deb592fa1ac3ce | How can herpes zoster (shingles) affect my cornea? | Herpes Zoster ( Shingles): You can only get it if you had chickenpox. The itchy illness goes away, but the virus that causes it doesn't leave your body. It stays in your nerves, but it isn't active. Later in life, it can travel down those nerves and infect specific body parts like your eye. A shingles rash on the face can cause sores on your cornea. They usually heal by themselves, but antiviral medication and topical steroid eyedrops can ease inflammation. |
1e4c74860f9ab74bd553772cc5be54ef | What causes cornea problems related to keratoconus? | Causes include: Genetics (you can inherit a tendency for the condition from a parent) Eye trauma (from rubbing your eyes a lot) Eye diseases like retinitis pigmentosa, retinopathy of prematurity, and vernal keratoconjunctivitis, along with Down syndrome, osteogenesis imperfecta, Addison's disease, Leber's congenital amaurosis, and Ehlers- Danlos syndrome are associated with keratoconus. |
42866940a477e5d67149f59aea48fcfe | What does corneal disease mean? | The term corneal disease refers to many conditions that affect this part of your eye. These include infections, tissue breakdown, and other disorders you get from your parents. Your cornea usually heals itself after most minor injuries or infections. |
c5a78ab751f1294b12b209afb6197d6a | How are cornea problems diagnosed? | If you have them, go to your eye doctor. |
d358d6486166b66e44acdcd45f2fd1ce | How are cornea problems caused by map-dot-fingerprint dystrophy treated? | You may also notice: Moderate to severe pain Increased sensitivity to light Excessive tearing A feeling that something is in your eye Treatments include an eye patch, a soft contact lens "bandage," eyedrops, ointments, "tacking it down," or removing the loose layer. This is a minor procedure your doctor can do in her office. |
4d14dab52f6873577dcac9934fb59239 | Who can get Fuchs' dystrophy? | Signs of the disease may appear in your 30s or 40s, but it takes about 20 years for it to affect your vision. Women get it more often than men. |
b386c8f67695968805a7b5f24d7a73ab | What are symptoms of corneal damage caused by keratitis? | Symptoms to look out for: Severe pain Blurred vision Tearing Redness Extreme sensitivity to light Discharge Treatment usually includes antibiotic or antifungal eyedrops. |
2b5e9b163c9c7ecf8f4a47bffbbe3aa4 | Is lattice dystrophy treatable? | Treatments include: Prescription eyedrops Ointments Eye patches Corneal transplant Symptoms may go away with treatment, but over time you may need a corneal transplant. Results of this surgery are usually good, but the condition can come back. |
e81a999b9fb586c18607af754b20174b | How are cornea problems caused by lattice dystrophy treated? | Treatments include: Prescription eyedrops Ointments Eye patches Corneal transplant Symptoms may go away with treatment, but over time you may need a corneal transplant. Results of this surgery are usually good, but the condition can come back. |
f37a6e55e56b2994772bc97cad90f841 | How does keratitis damage your cornea? | Keratitis: This inflammation sometimes occurs after viruses, bacteria, or fungi get into the cornea. They can get in after an injury and cause infection, inflammation, and ulcers. If your contact lenses cause an eye injury, that, too, can lead to keratitis. |
d0019b3a7de8322dfc7617a2bfdcb942 | How does map-dot-fingerprint dystrophy affect your cornea? | It usually affects adults over 40. It's usually painless, doesn't affect your vision, and gets better without treatment. But sometimes the epithelial layer can get worn down and expose the nerves that line your cornea. That causes severe pain, especially when you wake up in the morning. It can also change your cornea's normal curve and cause astigmatism, nearsightedness, or farsightedness. |
856f3277c5deff559c33bb7d27204db1 | How does Fuch's dystrophy cause cornea problems? | Fuchs' dystrophy: This inherited condition causes a slow breakdown of endothelial cells and the swelling of the cornea. This makes it harder to remove water from your stroma. Your eye swells and your vision gets worse. Haze and small blisters may appear on the surface. |
6af065f09786e0bd720425463a805249 | What are corneal dystrophies? | Corneal Dystrophies: There are more than 20 of these diseases. They cause structural problems within your cornea. |
ec61c331d06905bd91045205c96cd47e | What is map-dot-fingerprint dystrophy? | This affects the back layer of your epithelium, which separates it from the stroma. It grows irregularly (thick in some places, thin in others). |
c93b8cc5a9f9ada7ae59308767f766c0 | What could happen if your cornea gets damaged? | If your cornea is damaged by disease, infection, or an injury, the resulting scars can affect your vision. They might block or distort light as it enters your eye. |
c3bea06802ec541df0d820078a557cff | How does lattice dystrophy cause cornea problems? | Treatment includes: Eyedrops/ointments Drying your swollen cornea with a hair dryer (at arm's length) two or three times a day Corneal transplant (full or partial) Lattice dystrophy: This is abnormal protein fibers in the stroma. It can happen at any age, but early changes can be seen in childhood. It gets its name from the clear overlapping lines of proteins. They can make your cornea cloudy and reduce your vision. They could wear down your epithelial layer. |
7b2dd52d2cf17585e8c4ae162d6cf505 | What are signs of cornea problems caused by Fuch's dystrophy? | If your cornea is damaged by disease, infection, or an injury, the resulting scars can affect your vision. Corneal Dystrophies: There are more than 20 of these diseases. That causes severe pain, especially when you wake up in the morning. As your cornea changes, your vision may get blurry. |
57796ee53fdb8eed4d3345226c60c9c2 | How are cornea problems related to keratoconus treated? | At first, glasses or soft contacts can solve the problem. As the disease goes on, you may need to wear rigid gas permeable lenses. For people with early keratoconus, a procedure called corneal crosslinking can be performed. During this procedure, the doctor will replace your damaged cornea with a donated one. This operation is usually successful. But you probably will still need glasses or contacts to see clearly. |
e650cb656ef527cb0ae812052054defd | Who is most likely to get problems in the cornea because of herpes zoster (shingles)? | If you have them, go to your eye doctor. If you're over 50, get the vaccine. |
73431fe7823d5c81998c745b087405a6 | Are cornea problems preventable? | If you have them, go to your eye doctor. You may also notice: Moderate to severe pain Increased sensitivity to light Excessive tearing A feeling that something is in your eye Treatments include an eye patch, a soft contact lens "bandage," eyedrops, ointments, "tacking it down," or removing the loose layer. |
5b2b0ed2338e6b5ea0a6634217f0caa2 | Can you treat keratoconus? | At first, glasses or soft contacts can solve the problem. As the disease goes on, you may need to wear rigid gas permeable lenses. For people with early keratoconus, a procedure called corneal crosslinking can be performed. During this procedure, the doctor will replace your damaged cornea with a donated one. This operation is usually successful. |
5d45c962bc3a4511da4a9f48c13b219a | What are the symptoms of sleep apnea? | Common sleep apnea symptoms include: Waking up with a very sore or dry throat Loud snoring Occasionally waking up with a choking or gasping sensation Sleepiness or lack of energy during the day Sleepiness while driving Morning headaches Restless sleep Forgetfulness, mood changes, and a decreased interest in sex Recurrent awakenings or insomnia var s_context; s_context= s_context || {}; s_context['wb.modimp'] = 'vidfloat'; http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/sleep-apnea/basics/definition/con-20020286; Audio Jungle; Renars Jurkovskis; Stockbyte; Photo Talk; ukrainec; Brian Chase; Peter Cade; i Stock. |
852f5e16fb9839de1920bfd2074f9e1b | I have seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Should I increase the dose of my antidepressant? | An increase in medication may help, but consult your doctor about it. Don't increase the dose on your own; instead ask your doctor to evaluate your condition and tell you if you need more medication, or perhaps a different antidepressant. |
48b3927bb393806d18172e683b3d879e | What are symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and who tends to get it? | They found this tendency to have seasonal mood and behavior changes occurs in different degrees, sometimes with mild changes and other times severe mood shifts. Symptoms of SAD can include: Sleeping too much Experiencing fatigue in the daytime Gaining weight Having decreased interest in social activities and sex SAD is more common for residents in northern latitudes. It's less likely in Florida, for instance, than in New Hampshire. |
5e534136a37fbd3a7b046945b47eab21 | Why do I seem to get so gloomy each winter, or sometimes beginning in the fall? | You may have what's called seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. The condition is marked by the onset of depression during the late fall and early winter months, when less natural sunlight is available. Some people have depression year round that gets worse in the winter; others have SAD alone, struggling with low moods only in the cooler, darker months. SAD affects up to 3% of the U. S. population, or about 9 million people, some experts say, and countless others have milder forms of the winter doldrums. |
802a26217761d0dff01459eb4c9fc188 | I have seasonal affective disorder (SAD). What can I do on my own to ease winter depression? | You may have what's called seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. It can be used in combination with talk therapy, antidepressant medication, and supplements of the hormone melatonin, which can help synchronize the body clock. So does getting regular exercise, maintaining social activity, and talking with friends. Taking a vitamin D supplement may also help alleviate some symptoms of winter depression. Talk to your doctor about the proper dosage. Resist the urge to overeat. Most experts recommend a diet with enough protein and plenty of complex carbohydrate-containing foods such as whole grain products and starchy vegetables (instead of simple carbohydrates such as candy and soda). |
4a5c3ba1bdf70a5dc49e3137b7b17cf4 | How are broken wrist or forearm treated? | When it happens close to the base of your hand, it's called a broken wrist. If it's farther up the bone toward the elbow, you've got a broken forearm. You may also need an operation if the fracture shattered your bone, or if the broken pieces don't line up right. Your surgeon attaches something to the bone to hold it in place, such as: Metal pins or rods A plate and screws A device outside your body that he connects to your bone through the skin Treatment without surgery. If the pieces of your bone are lined up correctly, your doctor will put your wrist or arm in a cast. |
10df1a50201b8789be6e5dce42712a74 | How can I adjust my to-do list to make time for a healthy habit? | When you create your to-do list, pretend you have only about 80% of the time you think you do to get it all done. That can keep you from overloading yourself. Set clear priorities at the start of each day, so you know what you need to finish by the end of it. Write down everything that âshouldâ get done. Then edit it down to only the top few, and make sure they include your health goals. |
846f93bc9ead3a83263fe2c112f508d9 | How important is sleep to creating healthy habits? | So when you're reviewing your time journal, ask yourself: What tasks take longer than they should? Sleeping at least 7 hours a night leads to better and longer workouts, according to the Sleep Disorders Center at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Getting enough sleep helps with memory, coordination, and mood, too. |
ba5678b6a252eb5940209e8b40b23b1e | How can getting up early help you make time for healthy habits? | That can keep you from overloading yourself. Morning is a great time to get things done, before other things intrude and pile up. Plus, you start the day with a big check mark on your to-do list. |
6c4b38b19811556eb564bb2ba25a4dcc | How can I find the time to start a healthy habit? | If you're convinced that your day is already overscheduled and overbooked, think again: There might be a minute or two (or 10!) Does anything surprise you? Snoozing longer than you thought? Maybe that's an extra 10 minutes of found time. Staying late at work consistently? Perhaps you can stay 45 minutes instead of an hour (or leave on time one day a week) and use the time to make a healthy dinner. Do you overestimate what's realistic to get done in a day? Then edit it down to only the top few, and make sure they include your health goals. You've just banked 30 minutes for some healing ZZZs. |
24dfacaee359f766c50594b6d8d0f341 | What kind of pain can you get from endometriosis? | Aside from the pain, other symptoms include: Really long or extremely heavy periods Severe migraines or lower back pain during your period Painful bowel movements Allergies that get worse around your period Bleeding between periods Fatigue Nausea Diarrhea Pelvic or belly pain might start before your period and last for several days. Leg pain. Endometriosis can affect nerves that connect to your groin, hips, and legs. Painful bowel movements . Depending on the areas affected by endometriosis, it might hurt to go to the bathroom. If it's severe, it might also cause bleeding and constipation. |
9c105972117fb4783246996e0bcf87cf | What are symptoms of food intolerance? | Intolerances usually show up as stomach trouble like gas, pain, bloating, or diarrhea -- not the rashes, hives, and watery eyes that are common with allergies. |
31da65c69be8271c7de5df4d57f03122 | What are FODMAPs? | Intolerances are often linked to things in the food, such as: Lactose, a natural sugar found in milk, cheese, and other dairy products Sulfites, for instance in wines, pickled foods, and sodas Gluten, a protein in wheat, barley, rye, and some other grains Fructose, a natural sugar found in most fruits and also in high-fructose corn syrup, a sweetener used in some soft drinks and some processed foods, like pastries and cereal FODMAPs (fermentable oligosaccharides disaccharides monosaccharides and polyols), carbohydrates that draw water into your intestine during digestion FODMAPs cause gas, bloating, and abdominal pain in some people (usually those with other digestive issues). Many plant foods contain FODMAPs, including apples, honey, garlic, and wheat. |
b815ce2bee8d852b3287ad7b2bc2ca01 | How can a hydrogen breath test help to diagnose a food intolerance? | Your doctor also may recommend a test called a hydrogen breath test, which you can take at her office. Depending on what she thinks your intolerance might be, she'll give you a drink with large amounts of lactose, fructose, sucrose, or glucose. She'll then test your breath every 15 minutes to check the amount of hydrogen or methane. If you have too much of one of these, it indicates your body isn't able to break it down. That likely means you have an intolerance. For this test to work the way it should, you may need to eat a low-carb diet for a few weeks before testing. |
260845441b1ccc473c819efd97a2bd20 | What's the difference between a food allergy and a food intolerance? | An intolerance means your body has a hard time digesting a food or an ingredient in it, such as a dye or a chemical. That's different from an allergy. An allergy is when your body's immune system thinks the food is harmful and tries to fight it off. |
06831eef0570e17c12c52eb38a75063d | How do doctors diagnose a food intolerance? | Your doctor will ask about your medical history, the foods you eat, and your symptoms and may suggest some screening tests. You also may need to keep a detailed food and symptoms diary. Your doctor may suggest an exclusion diet: You'll stop eating foods that are the most common intolerance triggers. As these foods are slowly brought back into your eating plan, you and your care provider will keep track of your symptoms so you can see which foods or additives you are sensitive to. |
dbbc7783506a18056ff573042f8b5556 | What foods are often linked to food intolerance? | Intolerances are often linked to things in the food, such as: Lactose, a natural sugar found in milk, cheese, and other dairy products Sulfites, for instance in wines, pickled foods, and sodas Gluten, a protein in wheat, barley, rye, and some other grains Fructose, a natural sugar found in most fruits and also in high-fructose corn syrup, a sweetener used in some soft drinks and some processed foods, like pastries and cereal FODMAPs (fermentable oligosaccharides disaccharides monosaccharides and polyols), carbohydrates that draw water into your intestine during digestion FODMAPs cause gas, bloating, and abdominal pain in some people (usually those with other digestive issues). |
78e051e92db5ac1a9cea5d6e55602bea | How can you prevent food intolerance? | It can be uncomfortable, but food intolerances usually aren't dangerous. Prevention for food intolerances is much the same as for allergies: Read labels and be careful when eating out to avoid the food or ingredient as much as possible. |
54be29ef3a5b216b8e03e0ac5f5d894d | Should I track my rheumatoid arthritis (RA) triggers? | When you look back, you may see connections you didn't notice at the time. While avoiding triggers is important, you also need to understand the limits of what you can do on your own to stop flares. |
ea2683f1d8021f2b8905cc940c501def | How can proper shoes help with your arthritis? | These make it easier for a person with rheumatoid arthritis to fasten the shoes. In general, running shoes are often an advantage because of their light weight. When picking out a shoe, ALWAYS try on several pairs and walk around in them before purchasing. Great-fitting shoes are worth investing time and effort. |
98d48eb540b6192ffe37e9c9e08ce545 | What do I need to know about arthritis footcare? | Many forms of arthritis commonly affect the feet. Osteoarthritis frequently causes degeneration of the cartilage and bony spurs at the base of the big toe. Wider shoes may be necessary. Degeneration of the arch of the foot can lead to spur formation on the top of the foot. This can put pressure on adjacent nerves of sensation, which can cause burning of the foot and toes. When this discomfort occurs, patients should avoid tying the shoe tightly or wear a shoe that does not bind at the point of the spur. |
be9bac526cff63f62ce3f9f09f9ee7e4 | When should I get medical help for hyperventilation? | Chest pain, including pain that is crushing, squeezing (feels like a heavy weight on the chest), or is sharp and stabbing, especially if it is worse with deep breaths Difficulty breathing Racing heartbeat Fevers or chills Calm the person to help reduce anxiety. |
5a637f4869107a467f83f244c175fa06 | What does measurable mean in weight loss goals? | Your device will track the calories you burn, so you'll be able to clearly know when you succeed. |
709fad6bbd49f192f2dcf17dbe3d731e | What does specific mean in weight loss goals? | Look at your fitness device to see how many calories you burn a week by exercising. |
19a3c0fed3fdc6979d7c1dab7471f6aa | What does time-bound mean in weight loss goals? | This is your goal for this week. Period. You can choose to pursue this goal again next week, or you can set a new goal. It's easier to commit to a goal -- and be successful -- if you do it for a set amount of time. |
99923fed9ce5c92c04234c0dc7d75e6d | What does attainable mean in weight loss goals? | Since you're already burning 1,000 calories a week through exercise, bumping it up a bit should be manageable. To burn 1,250 calories, you'll need to add about one extra workout. |
f27abdc147db892c8f2ee3476a074fb3 | Can using a fitness tracker help me set up S.M.A.R.T. goals for weight loss? | Use the info you track, your calories burned, food eaten, and hours slept to shape S. M. A. R. T. goals for yourself. Here's one example of how to do it. Look at your fitness device to see how many calories you burn a week by exercising. Let's say it's 1,000 calories. Use that data to bump up your calorie burn. For example, a S. M. A. R. T. goal is â I will walk enough to burn at least 1,250 calories through exercise this week.â Specific. |
89fafe4d2a8e33393e37479a48ea2c42 | Should you fill your prescriptions ahead of time for cholesterol medications? | And ask your pharmacist any questions you have about your medicine. Let your doctor know if you have trouble getting to the pharmacy, have financial concerns, or have other problems that make it hard for you to get your prescriptions filled. |
3c8cae9517037c9d53c7c3f7056b5348 | What are tips for when you are taking your cholesterol medications? | Take all drugs the way your health care provider tells you to. Know why you are taking your medicine. Take your medicine, at the same time every day. Do not stop taking it or change it without talking with your doctor first. Even if you feel good, keep taking it. |
bd0ec3cb85923734a77d40a387f46a86 | What should you discuss with your doctor about cholesterol medications? | Before having surgery with anesthesia, including dental work, tell the doctor or dentist what medicines you take. Some medicines may affect your heart rate. Ask your doctor if you need to check your heart rate and how often you should do it. Ask your doctor if you should avoid alcohol. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how to simplify your medicine routine. If you don't feel like your medicine is making a difference, tell your doctor. Get some colored labels and place them on your medicine bottles to simplify your routine. |
491bccad20b7712777ba4542323d7287 | Can you take over-the-counter herbal treatments with cholesterol medications? | Do not stop taking it or change it without talking with your doctor first. These can change how your cholesterol medicine works for you. |
4dd4ac8149b7810907ad15eceb388c3c | Iâm a caregiver for someone with Alzheimerâs. How can I lessen the agitation they feel sometimes? | You may be able to lessen the agitation by simplifying her routine or distracting her from the stress that caused the problem. A few things to try: Create a calm place for her. Check for physical reasons she might be agitated, like hunger, thirst, needing to use the bathroom, or being too hot or cold. Exercise can ease anxiety and stress. Use low lighting or night-lights to help her feel less confused and afraid at night. You may feel frustrated, but try to keep your voice calm and steady and avoid arguing or criticizing her. |
72fbc3846d2fde9e05797acaa4bfb410 | What is Buerger's disease? | Although the cause is unknown, there is a strong association with tobacco use or exposure. The arteries of the arms and legs become narrowed or blocked, causing lack of blood supply (ischemia) to the fingers, hands, toes and feet. Pain occurs in the arms, hands and, more frequently, the legs and feet, even when at rest. With severe blockages, the tissue may die (gangrene), requiring amputation of the fingers and toes. Superficial vein inflammation and symptoms of Raynaud's occur commonly in people with Buerger's disease. |
d9a0133132720fd7492e7bc3271954dc | What is peripheral arterial disease (PVD)? | Peripheral vascular disease ( PVD) or peripheral arterial disease ( PAD) is sometimes called âpoor circulation.â It usually refers to the narrowing of arteries in the legs, causing less blood flow to the muscles. PAD can also affect the arms, stomach and neck. It is caused by atherosclerosis of the arteries (cholesterol plaques causing hardening and narrowing of the artery) due to high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, high blood pressure, inactivity and obesity. The most common symptom of PAD of the legs is claudication, which is pain occurring while walking and relieved with rest. You may also feel cramping or a tiredness in the leg or hip muscles while walking. |
c99ca0d4bfcfd37fbb66bd1851b9889a | What are blood clotting disorders? | Blood clotting disorders are conditions that make the blood more likely to form blood clots in the arteries and veins. These conditions may be inherited (congenital, occurring at birth) or acquired and include: Elevated levels of factors in the blood which cause blood to clot (fibrinogen, factor VIII, prothrombin) Deficiency of natural anticoagulant (blood-thinning) proteins (antithrombin, protein C, protein S) Elevated blood counts Abnormal fibrinolysis (the breakdown of fibrin) Abnormal changes in the lining of the blood vessels (endothelium) The lymphatic system is a circulatory system that includes an extensive network of lymph vessels and lymph nodes. |
067552ac8c91ba8c9da7e44f713fb79a | What is lymphedema? | These conditions may be inherited (congenital, occurring at birth) or acquired and include: Elevated levels of factors in the blood which cause blood to clot (fibrinogen, factor VIII, prothrombin) Deficiency of natural anticoagulant (blood-thinning) proteins (antithrombin, protein C, protein S) Elevated blood counts Abnormal fibrinolysis (the breakdown of fibrin) Abnormal changes in the lining of the blood vessels (endothelium) The lymphatic system is a circulatory system that includes an extensive network of lymph vessels and lymph nodes. The lymphatic system helps coordinate the immune system's function to protect the body from foreign substances. Lymphedema is an abnormal build-up of fluid that causes swelling, most often in the arms or legs. Lymphedema develops when lymph vessels or lymph nodes are missing, impaired, damaged or removed. Primary lymphedema is rare and is caused by the absence of certain lymph vessels at birth, or it may be caused by abnormalities in the lymphatic vessels. Secondary lymphedema occurs as a result of a blockage or interruption that alters the lymphatic system. Secondary lymphedema can develop from an infection, malignancy, surgery, scar tissue formation, obesity, trauma, deep vein thrombosis ( DVT), radiation or other cancer treatment. |
68581f3601a15e7011cf8f5a45c5ce3e | What is peripheral venous disease? | When your muscles relax, the valves close, keeping blood flowing in one direction through the veins. If the valves inside your veins become damaged, the valves may not close completely. This allows blood to flow in both directions. When your muscles relax, the valves inside the damaged vein(s) will not be able to hold the blood. This can cause pooling of blood or swelling in the veins. The veins bulge and appear as ropes under the skin. The blood begins to move more slowly through the veins, it may stick to the sides of the vessel walls and blood clots can form. |
9095c90e138b36dfc8eaeb7596d49094 | What does vascular pain feel like? | Symptoms may include: Pain or heaviness in the area affected Numbness, weakness, or a tingling in the affected area Therapies to treat vascular pain can include medications, angioplasty, or bypass surgery. |
bad184b2eb445be888f886e909ae55f6 | What are the different types of weight loss surgeries? | Restrictive surgeries work by shrinking the size of the stomach and slowing down digestion. Malabsorptive/restrictive surgeries change how you take in food. They give you a smaller stomach and also remove or bypass part of your digestive tract, which makes it harder for your body to absorb calories. Implanting an electrical device, the newest of the three techniques, prompts weight loss by interrupting nerve signals between the stomach and the brain. |
4ed3fa8c74ca7d2ce09e832bfd29fe60 | What are conditions associated with pelvic floor disorders? | When pelvic floor disorders develop, one or more of the pelvic organs may stop working properly. Conditions associated with pelvic floor disorders include: Pelvic organ prolapse Urinary incontinence Anal incontinence " Prolapse" refers to a descending or drooping of organs. |
f25ff14b1fceb4899718189a40593f55 | How is pelvic organ prolapse treated? | Your doctor may order a variety of tests: Urinary tract X-ray (intravenous pyelography) CT scan of the pelvis Ultrasound of the pelvis MRI scan of the pelvis Treatment of pelvic organ prolapse depends on how severe the symptoms are. Treatment can include a variety of therapies, including: Behavioral treatments, such as doing Kegel exercises designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles Mechanical treatments, such as inserting a small plastic device called a pessary into the vagina to provide support for the drooping organs Surgical treatment, either to repair the affected tissue or organ or to remove the organ (such as removal of the uterus by hysterectomy) Many risk factors for pelvic organ prolapse are out of your control. |
b384af4c81a5dc7b17bfb6587b860a6a | What are the symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse? | Some women notice nothing at all, but others report these symptoms with pelvic organ prolapse: A feeling of pressure or fullness in the pelvic area A backache low in the back Painful intercourse A feeling that something is falling out of the vagina Urinary problems such as leaking of urine or a chronic urge to urinate Constipation Spotting or bleeding from the vagina Symptoms depend somewhat on which organ is drooping. If the bladder prolapses, urine leakage may occur. If it's the rectum, constipation and uncomfortable intercourse often occur. A backache as well as uncomfortable intercourse often accompanies small intestine prolapse. |
87f9f09d3f590c08cc670b7f8f3a74fa | How is pelvic organ prolapse diagnosed? | Your doctor may order a variety of tests: Urinary tract X-ray (intravenous pyelography) CT scan of the pelvis Ultrasound of the pelvis MRI scan of the pelvis Treatment of pelvic organ prolapse depends on how severe the symptoms are. Treatment can include a variety of therapies, including: Behavioral treatments, such as doing Kegel exercises designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles Mechanical treatments, such as inserting a small plastic device called a pessary into the vagina to provide support for the drooping organs Surgical treatment, either to repair the affected tissue or organ or to remove the organ (such as removal of the uterus by hysterectomy) Many risk factors for pelvic organ prolapse are out of your control. |
a38080954855ecee1ca74c71fad23aa1 | What is a pelvic floor disorder? | Normally, these muscles and the tissues surrounding them keep the pelvic organs in place. These organs include your bladder, uterus, vagina, small bowel, and rectum. Sometimes, these muscles and tissue develop problems. Some women develop pelvic floor disorders following childbirth. And as women age, pelvic organ prolapse and other pelvic floor disorders become more common. Your doctor may order a variety of tests: Urinary tract X-ray (intravenous pyelography) CT scan of the pelvis Ultrasound of the pelvis MRI scan of the pelvis Treatment of pelvic organ prolapse depends on how severe the symptoms are. |
021eeebcce2d9e4c66d1e095d2ba8ab9 | What are the presenting symptoms of headaches in hemicrania continua? | The headaches often have some of the same symptoms as other kinds of headaches. This overlap can make them tricky for doctors to diagnose. Like migraines, they can cause: Nausea or vomiting Sensitivity to noise or light Throbbing pain Hemicrania continua also shares features of cluster headaches. For example, people who have it may have problems with how part of their nervous system works. That causes symptoms that happen on the painful side of the face and head, including: Stuffy or runny nose Nosebleeds (which are rare) Tearing, redness, or irritation of the eyes Drooping eyelids Sweating Some things tend to make symptoms worse, such as: Stress Changes in sleep patterns Bright lights Fatigue Overdoing exercise Alcohol Some people have symptoms when they: Feel pressure on their neck Flex or rotate their neck Doctors can make a diagnosis of hemicrania continua if you've had pain consistently, without it switching sides or disappearing even briefly, for at least 3 months. |
e25e73d91193065037373ae254857277 | What neck conditions cause hemicrania continua? | That causes symptoms that happen on the painful side of the face and head, including: Stuffy or runny nose Nosebleeds (which are rare) Tearing, redness, or irritation of the eyes Drooping eyelids Sweating Some things tend to make symptoms worse, such as: Stress Changes in sleep patterns Bright lights Fatigue Overdoing exercise Alcohol Some people have symptoms when they: Feel pressure on their neck Flex or rotate their neck Doctors can make a diagnosis of hemicrania continua if you've had pain consistently, without it switching sides or disappearing even briefly, for at least 3 months. |
6dc46a3958b19cf1d0a4ac3282a24d98 | What are the symptoms of a hemicrania continua? | People with hemicrania continua describe a dull ache or throb that's interrupted by pain that is: Jolting Sharp Stabbing These attacks usually happen three to five times a day. |
48b2de2ccb997b754dcfb8f4dfade694 | Can a hemicrania continua be treated? | With the right treatment, though, most people can get nearly complete relief from the pain. |
d1ff3038a02fd7f76bcd68999286c47d | What are the symptoms of hemicrania continua? | People with hemicrania continua describe a dull ache or throb that's interrupted by pain that is: Jolting Sharp Stabbing These attacks usually happen three to five times a day. Some people will have these headaches steadily for months or years. For others, the pain will last for at least 3 months and then will go away for weeks or months, then come back. |
8506cf95db34729fdd6c9ab69fb9d8ed | What can make the symptoms of hemicrania continua worse? | That causes symptoms that happen on the painful side of the face and head, including: Stuffy or runny nose Nosebleeds (which are rare) Tearing, redness, or irritation of the eyes Drooping eyelids Sweating Some things tend to make symptoms worse, such as: Stress Changes in sleep patterns Bright lights Fatigue Overdoing exercise Alcohol Some people have symptoms when they: Feel pressure on their neck Flex or rotate their neck Doctors can make a diagnosis of hemicrania continua if you've had pain consistently, without it switching sides or disappearing even briefly, for at least 3 months. |
25930cffb95f9a1cf80b8d16d2a3aec7 | What anti-inflammatory medications can ease hemicrania continua headaches? | Some anti-inflammatory medications ease hemicrania continua headaches. Indomethacin, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug ( NSAID), often gives fast relief. Daily doses of indomethacin for hemicrania continua typically range from 25 to 150 milligrams. A common side effect of the drug is irritation of the lining of the stomach and digestive tract. So, people who take it may also need medication to help their stomach make less acid. |
554579a4a3b0ef57b201b53a9b4d0f21 | How is surgery used to treat stage IV colorectal cancer? | You may need an operation to remove the cancer, both in the colon and in other places where it has spread. Or you may need surgery to bypass the cancer and hook back up the healthy parts of the colon. |
be21a2213c1b7851b5b4497176294794 | How is stage 0 colorectal cancer treated? | Stage 0 colorectal cancer is found only in the innermost lining of the colon. Surgery should be able to take it out. Your procedure will depend on how big the cancer is. Your surgeon may be able to remove the tumor and a little tissue near it. He may call this procedure a polypectomy. If you have larger tumors, your surgeon may need to remove the diseased part of the colon and reattach the healthy tissue so that your bowels still work. Doctors call this procedure an anastomosis. |
92766c1d4a16bff550998b91d4ede2a5 | What does stage IV colorectal cancer mean? | Treatment involves: Surgery to remove the tumor and all involved lymph nodes if possible Chemotherapy after surgery Radiation if the tumor is large and invading the tissue surrounding the colon Stage IV colorectal cancers have spread outside the colon to other parts of the body, such as the liver or the lungs. You may also hear the cancer called "metastatic,â which means that it has spread. The tumor can be any size and may or may not include affected lymph nodes. |
2c61ae1ef63b6021f95b2ad24099ed13 | How is recurrent colorectal cancer treated? | Treatment may involve: Surgery to remove the recurrences If all the cancer can't be removed in an operation, chemotherapy is the main treatment. |
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