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00ec58458966a6c54d2bccf5a1172b17 | When should you see your doctor about vomiting and nausea? | Pain in the middle or lower right side of the abdomen Headache or stiff neck and light hurts the eyes Vomiting blood or black, tarry stools Confusion or lethargy Get medical care if the person has any of the following symptoms: Can't keep down liquids or foods for more than 24 hours Fever with abdominal pain Signs of dehydration (dizziness; decreased, dark urination; fatigue) Unable to take medication the person normally takes Nausea or vomiting is due to surgery, anticancer drugs, motion sickness, pregnancy, or vertigo. |
7b7559a8aff53848a0c57205e6d7eb57 | What are self care options for nausea? | Have the person drink small amounts of water, sports drinks, or clear liquids. If the person can keep it down, give the person light, bland foods like bread and crackers. |
043983f62412fd41ba0446d93e9626aa | When should you call 911 about vomiting and nausea? | Pain in the middle or lower right side of the abdomen Headache or stiff neck and light hurts the eyes Vomiting blood or black, tarry stools Confusion or lethargy Get medical care if the person has any of the following symptoms: Can't keep down liquids or foods for more than 24 hours Fever with abdominal pain Signs of dehydration (dizziness; decreased, dark urination; fatigue) Unable to take medication the person normally takes Nausea or vomiting is due to surgery, anticancer drugs, motion sickness, pregnancy, or vertigo. |
d5f9983f28a0b3662f64ee25aa057137 | How is cytomegalovirus (CMV) treated? | Over half of adults in the U. S. have had it in their body by the time they turn 40. It's not a problem for most people because a healthy immune system can easily control it. But it can make people with weakened immune symptoms, like someone with advanced HIV, very sick. |
3cb267eeb432a439b37e76033aab397e | How does cytomegalovirus (CMV) spread? | You probably won't catch CMV from casual contact, but it's possible to get it by touching your eyes, nose, or mouth after contact with an infected person's: Saliva Semen Vaginal fluids Blood Urine Breast milk You can also get cytomegalovirus through: Sexual contact Blood transfusions Organ transplants An infant can get it before birth, which usually happens when a woman gets CMV while pregnant, or through breastfeeding. |
3284cacc06069353bd622dc2cec1bbd3 | How does cytomegalovirus CMV affect people with HIV? | If you have symptoms, they're mild and similar to other illnesses: Fatigue Swollen glands Fever In persons with advanced HIV, CMV can move around your body if it's not treated. You could have: Blind spots or moving black spots, called "floaters," in your eyesight Blurred vision Blindness Diarrhea Belly pain Painful or difficult swallowing Pain, weakness, or numbness at the base of your spine that makes walking a struggle In rare cases, CMV can also cause: Changes to your personality Headaches Trouble concentrating Shortness of breath Dry cough If you're HIV-positive, your chance of becoming sick with CMV is greatest when your CD4 count is below 100. |
c349e85961f6d9becf15119a9c6a34fc | What does congestive heart failure do to your body? | Congestive heart failure can cause: Shortness of breath: This happens when fluid collects in your lungs. It's also called pulmonary edema. It may be worse when you're lying down or when you're active. If you're having a hard time breathing, call your doctor or 911 right away. Coughing: Like shortness of breath, this is usually caused by extra fluid in your lungs. Tiredness: With heart failure, your body doesn't pump out enough blood to keep your cells healthy. That can make you tired. You might find it hard to do everyday things like climb stairs. Swelling (also called edema): This happens when there's too much fluid in your tissues. Your legs and ankles are the most likely places to swell. But other areas of your body, like your arms or belly, can also swell. Weight gain: This is caused by extra fluid that doesn't get flushed from your body the way it should. A need to pee more often. |
8d3bc340d88a2f5db21ef936a331996f | What are complications of torticollis? | Without treatment, your baby might get complications, including: Less control of his head Limited reach on the affected side and less tracking with the eyes Delays in sitting and walking A problem feeding Poor balance Crooked crawling Rolling onto one side only Try to get your baby to stretch those neck muscles. |
d4e1a0276f6c93d2795916ff31d96b81 | How long is treatment needed for torticollis? | Once torticollis is diagnosed and stretching exercises start, most babies improve within 6 months. Two things can speed recovery: an early diagnosis and sticking to the treatment plan. Very rarely, children with torticollis will need surgery to lengthen the sternocleidomastoid muscle. Doctors will usually wait until your child is a preschooler to consider this option. |
8f5770997b1a0d54d497348af3c299a8 | What medical problems are linked with torticollis? | Most babies with torticollis don't have other medical problems. But it is sometimes linked to infections, broken bones, allergic reactions to medicines, or genetic conditions such as Down syndrome or Klippel- Feil syndrome (a rare bone disorder of the neck). |
8e10f665b57df23df6aaafe0e8ad110b | What are the symptoms of cirrhosis from fatty liver disease? | Your doctor weighs you and checks your body for signs of liver problems such as an enlarged liver or jaundice. |
a65831b21a579ad6aeea78f912532d71 | What are the two main types of fatty liver disease? | There are two different types of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: Simple fatty liver: This means you have fat in your liver, but you may not have any inflammation in your liver or damage to your liver cells. |
53d4fa41b46008c89492cc32ee2dcdc5 | What is a sentinel node biopsy for breast cancer? | This method helps ensure that only the lymph nodes most likely to have cancer are removed. It pinpoints the first lymph node a tumor drains into (called the sentinel node). To locate it, a radioactive tracer, a blue dye, or both, are injected into the area around the tumor. The tracer travels the same path that the cancer cells would take, making it possible for the surgeon to determine the one or two nodes most likely to have cancer. Cells or tissues that are removed using any of the methods described above are given to a pathologist, a doctor who specializes in diagnosing suspicious tissue changes. |
2334994f49d546e6ed020e8b74912f90 | What is a fine-needle aspiration? | A small needle is used to take a sample of cells from the area in question. If the lump is a cyst (a fluid-filled sac), the procedure may cause it to collapse. This fluid will be looked at under a microscope for any signs of cancer. If the lump is solid, cells can be smeared onto slides for examination. |
b1c20edfb654d691b86e68a2740a5e9b | Which breast biopsy procedure do you need? | The method your doctor recommends will depend on: The size of the breast lump or suspicious area Where it's located If there's more than one abnormal area If you have other medical problems Your personal preferences Fine-needle aspiration. |
bfae6355721a0f07c24fcbf757e1148c | How do I care for myself after a breast biopsy? | Small strips of tape, or possibly stitches, will remain over the incision site. Don't try to remove these yourself. They'll either be removed at a follow-up appointment or will fall off by themselves. You may be asked to apply medicine or ice to the biopsy area or change the bandages at home. Your doctor will give you advice on showering, bathing, and wound care. You'll get a prescription for pain relief if you need it, but you might be OK with an over-the-counter pain reliever. To lower the risk of bleeding, don't take aspirin or products containing aspirin for the first 3 days after the procedure, unless a doctor tells you to. The area of the biopsy might be black and blue for a few days afterward, too. |
a2c23fed4954b71d5972ac578d05ce94 | What is an open excisional biopsy for breast cancer? | This is surgery to remove an entire lump. The tissue is then studied under a microscope. If a section of normal breast tissue is taken all the way around a lump (called a lumpectomy), the biopsy is also considered a breast cancer treatment. In this technique, a wire is put through a needle into the area to be biopsied. An X-ray helps make sure it's in the right place, and a small hook at the end of the wire keeps it in position. The surgeon uses this wire as a guide to locate the suspicious tissue. |
cef728d34f083c6e4d54414fceb48d62 | What information can help a doctor diagnose depression? | This key information can help the doctor make an accurate diagnosis and ensure effective treatment. Before your visit, consider and record the following: Your mental and physical health concerns Symptoms you've noticed Unusual behaviors you've had Past illnesses Your family history of depression Medications you are taking now and in the past, including both prescribed and over-the-counter medications Unusual side effects of medications you are taking or have taken Natural dietary supplements you are taking Your lifestyle habits (exercise, diet, smoking, alcohol consumption, drug use) Your sleep habits Causes of stress in your life (marriage, work, social) Questions you have about depression and depression medications |
f16f95df872b5b91e950c349d5557474 | What are the symptoms that lead to the diagnosis of depression? | Your doctor will ask questions about the way you feel, including whether you have any symptoms of depression such as the following: Sadness or depressed mood most of the day or almost every day Loss of enjoyment in things that were once pleasurable Major change in weight (gain or loss of more than 5% of weight within a month) or appetite Insomnia or excessive sleep almost every day Physical restlessness or sense of being rundown that is noticeable by others Fatigue or loss of energy almost every day Feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness or excessive guilt almost every day Problems with concentration or making decisions almost every day Recurring thoughts of death or suicide, suicide plan, or suicide attempt To be diagnosed with major depression, you must have at least five of the symptoms listed above with at least one of the first two nearly daily for at least two weeks. |
c334db42e6daef863871c77f76393bd1 | What can I expect right before and during my surgical ablation? | At the hospital, your nurse may test your blood or urine, or perform a chest X-ray to make sure you don't have any infections or problems that may hurt your surgery's success. You may be given a drug to help you relax before the surgery. Electrocardiogram ( EKG) electrodes will be attached to your chest and back to keep track of your heartbeat. You will receive anesthesia to put you to sleep during the surgery. After you are put to sleep, your doctor will connect you to a respirator that has a tube that goes down your throat. This will help you breathe during the operation. You may have a tube inserted into your throat to help collect fluid or air in your stomach during the operation. You may also have a catheter inserted in your bladder to collect urine during the operation. Your surgeon will cut into your chest during your operation, and he or she will insert instruments to make the small interior cuts or make lesions on your heart tissue. Depending on the type of maze procedure you have, your surgeon may use tiny video cameras or robotic arms to help perform the operation. |
4b2e21734cd5cc90139313bc150160db | What happens after my surgical ablation? | After, you may need to stay up to 5 days in a regular hospital room. There the staff will monitor your heartbeat and recovery. After surgery, you may take diuretic drugs. They help control fluid in your body after the surgery. You may also take blood thinners or aspirin to prevent clots. Open-heart surgery will take the longest to recover from. It can take many weeks to heal. If you have a minimally invasive surgical ablation, you may have a quicker recovery than with open-heart surgery. You should be able to leave the hospital in 2 to 4 days. You can go back to normal activity after a few weeks. For about a month after whichever surgery you have, don't take very hot showers. Avoid soaking in a bath or whirlpool tub. Your surgical wounds may itch or feel numb or tight. You may have chest discomfort for a few weeks as your body heals. If you notice signs of infection around your wounds, such as redness, fever, swelling, or heat, call your doctor. It may take a few months for your heartbeat to be normal again after your surgical ablation. Your doctor will monitor your heartbeat to check how you're doing. |
4830b3470a02880fd2e966310740ae1c | What happens during surgical ablation? | Once inside she will go into your heart and make small cuts in the tissue. Scars will form. They make a path for electricity in your heart to follow. Your heartbeat will become normal in time. |
ae7207511bff589628e8a9f4d498159f | How should I prepare for my surgical ablation? | Don't smoke for at least 2 weeks before your heart surgery. It may cause problems with your breathing or blood clotting during or after your procedure. The night before your surgery, bathe or shower. Don't eat after midnight the day before your surgery. Food or drinks in your stomach may cause you to have problems with your anesthesia. It can cause you to vomit and breathe it in. |
fe11ed464f4cbe9ede8cce95ffd648fa | What symptoms are caused by ketoacidosis associated with brittle diabetes? | It can cause: Breath that smells fruity Nausea and vomiting Shortness of breath Weakness Confusion Abdominal pain Coma Brittle diabetes isn't common. |
80cc1e35818f2e14bfa8bc0cb0ad784e | What are symptoms of low blood sugar if you have brittle diabetes? | Depending on which way your blood glucose level in swinging, your symptoms can be different. They're "very low" at below 70 mg/dl. Symptoms can include: Feeling shaky Nervousness or anxiety Sweating, chills Irritability Confusion Fast heart rate Dizziness Nausea Blurred vision Weakness Headache Seizures Unconsciousness When your blood sugar shoots up above 200 mg/dl, your symptoms will likely include: Frequent urination Extreme thirst Blurred vision Fatigue Headache If you don't treat high blood sugar, it can turn into a more serious condition called ketoacidosis. |
6fa528eee373a7e84106486cf4e26e45 | What are symptoms of high blood sugar if you have brittle diabetes? | Symptoms can include: Feeling shaky Nervousness or anxiety Sweating, chills Irritability Confusion Fast heart rate Dizziness Nausea Blurred vision Weakness Headache Seizures Unconsciousness When your blood sugar shoots up above 200 mg/dl, your symptoms will likely include: Frequent urination Extreme thirst Blurred vision Fatigue Headache If you don't treat high blood sugar, it can turn into a more serious condition called ketoacidosis. |
0d296e2c68aab39d6c637b958729c8f5 | What can you do if your brittle diabetes keeps you from doing the work you did before? | If your brittle diabetes keeps you from doing work you did before, you may be able to claim Social Security Disability benefits. Check with your local Social Security Administration office for more information. |
fec6c4c113c94e61019a10457a88fc90 | Who is more likely to get brittle diabetes? | It can cause: Breath that smells fruity Nausea and vomiting Shortness of breath Weakness Confusion Abdominal pain Coma Brittle diabetes isn't common. About 3 out of every 1,000 people who take insulin for diabetes will get it. People of all ages can have brittle diabetes. Women get it a bit more often than men. If you often have bouts of low blood sugar, you may be raising your odds, as well. The more often you're hypoglycemic, the less you may recognize it. That can make each episode worse and lead to brittle diabetes. |
8634a0b50641076bbf7e624890984e87 | How can an insulin pump help with treating brittle diabetes? | You may get: An insulin pump: A small machine that stays connected to you throughout the day to give you steady adjustments in insulin. |
d0420c93be601441b48b8c2e0c85d6f0 | What will happen if you don't treat high blood sugar associated with brittle diabetes? | Symptoms can include: Feeling shaky Nervousness or anxiety Sweating, chills Irritability Confusion Fast heart rate Dizziness Nausea Blurred vision Weakness Headache Seizures Unconsciousness When your blood sugar shoots up above 200 mg/dl, your symptoms will likely include: Frequent urination Extreme thirst Blurred vision Fatigue Headache If you don't treat high blood sugar, it can turn into a more serious condition called ketoacidosis. That's when toxins called ketones build up in your blood and urine. |
d7ca43bd937f61cac70d88e5a66fd52c | What can patients do if drugs cannot keep Crohn's disease under control? | Sometimes, drugs cannot keep Crohn's disease under control. In those cases, surgery to remove a part of the bowel is sometimes needed. The disease, though, often returns to the area near where the inflamed part was removed. |
6db0992b092b221018e44507d35196d9 | What are biologics and how are they used? | They are called biologics because the drugs are formulated from proteins found in the human body's immune system. The proteins are genetically modified and processed to be used as treatment. Biologics, which are given as an injection or IV infusion, are designed to interfere with the inflammatory processes that are the hallmark of Crohn's disease. |
f6a9de68bdd3356a2845f510bffa4662 | What are the symptoms of Crohnâs disease in children and teens? | The bowel tissue may: Swell, thicken, or form a stricture (scar tissue), leading to an obstruction (blockage) of the passageway inside the bowel Develop ulcers in the deep layers of the bowel wall Lose its ability to absorb nutrients from digested foods (malabsorption), especially in the ileum where vitamin B12 and bile acids are absorbed Develop abnormal passageways (fistulas) from one part of the bowel to another or from the bowel to nearby tissues The symptoms of Crohn's disease depend on where the disease occurs in the bowel. They also depend on its severity. In general, symptoms can include: Chronic diarrhea with or without blood in the stool Rectal bleeding Weight loss Fever Abdominal tenderness Feeling of mass or fullness in the lower right abdomen Fatigue Children and teens with Crohn's disease have periods of severe symptoms followed by periods of no symptoms. |
5ce46fc02aaaa84f2fb15d4505ed39fc | What is important in managing Crohn's? | A healthy lifestyle is important in managing Crohn's. Children and teens should exercise regularly and eat a healthy diet. People with this disease usually are able to lead a healthy and active life. Most children with Crohn's are able to attend school and participate in sports and daily activities if the disease is treated and managed properly. |
092a6e0cca648fb614e016bd02dc0971 | What other symptoms can develop with Crohn's? | Other symptoms can develop, depending on complications related to the disease. For instance, a person with a fistula -- abnormal passageway -- in the rectal area may have pain and discharge around the rectum. Other complications from Crohn's disease include: Arthritis Gallstones Kidney stones Inflammation (swelling) of the eyes and mouth Liver disease Skin rashes or ulcers Anemia The cause of Crohn's disease is not known. |
eb9c615d3d8d34c677a68c4bb4d0be75 | What should patients do if they have nutritional deficiencies? | People who have a relative with Crohn's disease are more likely to develop the disease themselves. |
370a3242dc08440c6d9bc577b2cb4862 | How long do Crohn's symptoms last? | In general, symptoms can include: Chronic diarrhea with or without blood in the stool Rectal bleeding Weight loss Fever Abdominal tenderness Feeling of mass or fullness in the lower right abdomen Fatigue Children and teens with Crohn's disease have periods of severe symptoms followed by periods of no symptoms. The period with no symptoms is called remission, and it can last for weeks or years. Anti-inflammatory medications or dietary changes may lead to remission, but there is no way to know when a remission will occur or when symptoms will return. |
6ceaa408d38f00cf2cc6bd51cc2b156d | Do you need treatment for breast cancer? | Depending on which of the two forms of type 0 breast cancer you have, you may not need treatment. If you do, it's usually very successful. |
64421a4537e53e325a544924f2791bd7 | How is rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia diagnosed? | There's no one test for fibromyalgia. Doctors make that diagnosis if you have widespread pain that's not from another medical condition for more than 3 months. Because its symptoms overlap with other conditions, it's often hard to spot. On average, it takes 5 years to diagnose fibromyalgia. Many fibromyalgia symptoms are like those of RA. But there are some key differences: RA causes inflammation in the joints. The pain can come and go. With fibromyalgia, the ache is constant, and it happens all over your body. You feel dull pain that lasts at least 3 months. With fibromyalgia, you often feel tenderness when someone touches you. |
ceb803b07863099aea26725fe5b3ec59 | What drugs can help to treat fibromyalgia? | If you have fibromyalgia, some drugs can ease the pain and help you sleep better: Over-the-counter pain relievers, such as acetaminophen and naproxen ( Aleve). Antidepressants. These medications can ease aches and fatigue. They can also help you get a better night's rest. Anti-seizure medicines. Drugs that treat epilepsy can give you relief by making you less sensitive to pain. |
af482f63857894fa15a5d051a048dab6 | How are rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and fibromyalgia diagnosed? | Doctors make that diagnosis if you have widespread pain that's not from another medical condition for more than 3 months. Because its symptoms overlap with other conditions, it's often hard to spot. |
48d3c4c30c72455778d70e67bfebd2dd | What are common risk factors for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and fibromyalgia? | Your lifestyle, weight, and stress level may all raise your chances for both conditions. |
6acaaa101aee3806f2f1e34b1b8d7c82 | How effective are treatments for Crohnâs disease and ulcerative colitis (UC)? | These include: 6-mercaptopurine (6- MP, Purinethol, Purixan) adalimumab ( Humira) adalimumab-atto ( Amjevita), a biosimilar to Humira azathioprine ( Azasan, Imuran) certolizumab pegol ( Cimzia) cyclosporine golimumab ( Simponi, Simponi Aria) infliximab ( Remicade) infliximab-abda ( Renflexis),a biosimilar to Remicade infliximab-dyyb ( Inflectra), a biosimilar to Remicade methotrexate ( Rheumatrex, Trexall) natalizumab ( Tysabri) tofacitinib ( Xeljanz) ustekinumab ( Stelara) vedolizumab ( Entyvio) With the treatments for mild symptoms, almost all -- 90% -- of ulcerative colitis cases go into remission. If your UC is ârefractory,â you may need continuous treatment with steroids. With Crohn's disease, complete remission is less common. Some people eventually need surgery. That includes up to 45% people with ulcerative colitis and three quarters of people with Crohn's. You and your doctor might talk about an operation if you have severe symptoms that aren't helped by medications, if you get a blockage in your digestive tract, or if you get a tear or hole in the side of the intestine. |
49d94261a0719f77f30325ee72cc1f5a | Who is more likely to get Crohnâs disease or ulcerative colitis (UC)? | Crohn's and ulcerative colitis are most often diagnosed in teenagers and young adults -- although they can happen at any age -- and tend to run in families. |
b173be1e2713808d56c096b33f21de65 | What blood tests are used for Crohnâs disease and ulcerative colitis (UC)? | Scientists are working to make several blood tests better at helping to diagnose ulcerative colitis and Crohn's. They check on levels of certain antibodies found in the blood. Two of these are: âp ANCAâ (perinuclear anti-neutrophil antibodies) â ASCAâ (anti- Saccharomyces Cerevisiae antibody) Most often, people with ulcerative colitis have the p ANCA antibody in their blood, and those with Crohn's disease have ASCA in theirs. |
8b1cd7fd1af19e9e5639c69ee34e819b | What should you do if you have Crohnâs disease or ulcerative colitis (UC)? | If you have either condition, you'll need to keep up with your checkups, even if your symptoms start to ease up. You may also need to get colonoscopies more often and start them at a younger age. A colonoscopy can check for cancer or polyps that need to come out. Experts recommend that you start these tests within 8 to 10 years of developing UC or Crohn's symptoms, and then typically every 1 to 3 years after that. Your doctor will tell you a schedule that is best for you. |
e5d6c5a309b21eb2000154cd8e2a44f1 | What are blood test findings in Crohnâs disease and ulcerative colitis (UC)? | Sometimes, even after all these tests, doctors might not be able to tell which of the two conditions you have. That's true for 1 in 10 people with IBD. They show signs of both diseases. So they get a diagnosis of âindeterminate colitis,â because it's not clear which ailment it is. |
f6a8f1bc7da4bcd8fdd4149ad7d378d5 | How can specific types of endoscopy help to diagnose Crohnâs disease and ulcerative colitis (UC)? | Specific types of endoscopy can: Examine lower part of your large intestines. Your doctor will call this test "sigmoidoscopy." Look at your entire large intestine. This is a colonoscopy. Check the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. This is an EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy). Additional testing to look at your small intestine using a pill-sized camera. This is often called pill, or capsule, endoscopy. See the bile ducts in the liver and the pancreatic duct. This test is called ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography). |
f0017878adf4c60c0d807d85e327c79f | Where does the inflammation occur in Crohnâs disease and ulcerative colitis (UC)? | People with Crohn's disease often have healthy areas in between inflamed spots. But with ulcerative colitis, there are no healthy areas in between inflamed spots. |
4ba900510f9c88148e0fd3843d65fbf0 | What drugs are used to treat Crohnâs disease and ulcerative colitis (UC)? | For severe disease, you may need drugs that work on the immune system. These include: 6-mercaptopurine (6- MP, Purinethol, Purixan) adalimumab ( Humira) adalimumab-atto ( Amjevita), a biosimilar to Humira azathioprine ( Azasan, Imuran) certolizumab pegol ( Cimzia) cyclosporine golimumab ( Simponi, Simponi Aria) infliximab ( Remicade) infliximab-abda ( Renflexis),a biosimilar to Remicade infliximab-dyyb ( Inflectra), a biosimilar to Remicade methotrexate ( Rheumatrex, Trexall) natalizumab ( Tysabri) tofacitinib ( Xeljanz) ustekinumab ( Stelara) vedolizumab ( Entyvio) With the treatments for mild symptoms, almost all -- 90% -- of ulcerative colitis cases go into remission. |
c541cf116bf057f714947752feba1bfb | How are yeast infections treated? | Yeast infection treatment depends on the specific kind of infection that is being treated. Skin yeast infections are highly treatable with medicated creams. Medicated suppositories may be used to treat yeast infections in the vagina. Thrush may be treated with a medicated mouthwash or lozenges that dissolve in the mouth. Severe infections or infections in someone with a compromised immune system may be treated with oral anti-yeast medications. |
e3138f904f0bcd38d80a465eea5ba8a8 | How is athlete's foot treated? | Athlete's foot is treated with topical antifungal medication (a drug placed directly on the skin) in most cases. Severe cases may require oral drugs (those taken by mouth). The feet must be kept clean and dry since the fungus thrives in moist environments. |
d82916bf329d2c806a18f4ed98ddc395 | How is jock itch treated? | In most cases, treatment of jock itch involves keeping the affected area clean and dry and applying topical antifungal medications. Jock itch usually responds to over-the-counter antifungal creams and sprays. However, prescription antifungal creams are sometimes necessary. During treatment of jock itch, be sure to: Wash and dry the affected area with a clean towel Apply the antifungal cream, powder, or spray as directed Change clothes -- especially underwear -- everyday Ringworm, also called tinea corporis, is not a worm, but a fungal infection of the skin. |
5864c16584e39775b91ae8556dbb17f4 | How is jock itch diagnosed? | Symptoms of jock itch include: Itching, chafing, or burning in the groin or thigh A circular, red, raised rash with elevated edges Redness in the groin or thigh Flaking, peeling, or cracking skin In most cases, jock itch can be diagnosed based on the appearance and location of the rash. If you are not certain that the condition is jock itch, contact your doctor. The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history, and will perform a physical exam. A microscopic exam of the scales of skin can confirm the diagnosis. |
fe0f07c38091c6b79476b91966ba69b8 | How is ringworm treated? | Treatment for ringworm usually consists of antifungal medications that are applied to the skin. Many ringworm infections respond well to over-the-counter creams, including: Lamisil Micatin, Monistat- Derm Lotrimin, Mycelex Prescription topical or oral drugs can be prescribed for more severe cases of ringworm. |
a652efdf6e7b76ba669a6efd20c56bb8 | What are the symptoms of a yeast infection? | Signs of yeast infection in skin folds include: Rash Patches that ooze clear fluid Pimple-like bumps Itching or burning Signs of yeast infection in the nail beds include: Swelling Pain Pus White or yellow nail that separates from the nail bed Signs of thrush (yeast infection of the mouth) include: White patches on tongue and inside of the cheeks Pain Signs of vaginal yeast infection include: White or yellow discharge from the vagina Itching Redness in the external area of the vagina Burning In diagnosing a yeast infection, your doctor will need to take a medical history and do a physical exam. |
c7108f1a44f7a873584b6aa74130955e | What causes athlete's foot? | Athlete's foot is caused by a microscopic fungus that lives on dead tissue of the hair, toenails, and outer skin layers. There are at least four kinds of fungus that can cause athlete's foot. The most common of these fungi is trichophyton rubrum. |
1a6ed8bd36ea6fcbeae7d5ecc7007488 | What are the symptoms of jock itch? | Symptoms of jock itch include: Itching, chafing, or burning in the groin or thigh A circular, red, raised rash with elevated edges Redness in the groin or thigh Flaking, peeling, or cracking skin In most cases, jock itch can be diagnosed based on the appearance and location of the rash. |
9da1f3be66fec0c3c8e4d6ef9798ce8f | What are the different types of fungal infections of the skin? | Yeast infections are not contagious. |
be21e860cf18517d9e12bdc9af8a1979 | How is athlete's foot diagnosed? | Not all itchy, scaly feet have athlete's foot. If the infection doesn't respond to standard treatment for athlete's foot, your doctor may scrape the skin and examine the scales under a microscope to see if you have a different condition. |
683b4d60f8732abb7b3901af3ab5b3df | Is ringworm contagious? | Ringworm can spread by direct contact with infected people or animals. It also may be spread on clothing or furniture. Heat and humidity may help to spread the infection. |
4db877d7fa1cf8a6f006e65418450325 | What are the different types of athlete's foot? | However, common symptoms include: Peeling, cracking, and scaling of the feet Redness, blisters, or softening and breaking down of the skin Itching, burning, or both Interdigital: Also called toe web infection, this is the most common kind of athlete's foot. It usually occurs between the two smallest toes. This form of athlete's foot can cause itching, burning, and scaling and the infection can spread to the sole of the foot. Moccasin: A moccasin-type infection of athlete's foot can begin with a minor irritation, dryness, itching, or scaly skin. As it develops, the skin may thicken and crack. This infection can involve the entire sole of the foot and extend onto the sides of the foot. Vesicular: This is the least common kind of athlete's foot. The condition usually begins with a sudden outbreak of fluid-filled blisters under the skin. Most often, the blisters develop on the underside of the foot. However, they also can appear between the toes, on the heel, or on the top of the foot. |
481412657faf5366e7fc68718d1330cf | What is jock itch? | Jock itch, also called tinea cruris, is a common skin infection that is caused by a type of fungus called tinea. The fungus thrives in warm, moist areas of the body and as a result, infection can affect the genitals, inner thighs, and buttocks. Infections occur more frequently in the summer or in warm, wet climates. Jock itch appears as a red, itchy rash that is often ring-shaped. |
d45734c0baf270cb5247ecfbf07b67c0 | How is ringworm diagnosed? | A doctor can diagnose ringworm based on the appearance of the rash or reported symptoms. He or she will ask about possible exposure to people or animals with ringworm. The doctor may take skin scrapings or samples from the infected area and look at them under a microscope to confirm the diagnosis. |
09ea98fc4f60bc6d9f414d74c8201bc2 | What other treatments are available for men with diabetes and erectile dysfunction? | Additional treatments men with diabetes might want to consider include intracavernous injection therapy, vacuum erection (not constriction) devices, venous constriction devices (for venous leak syndrome), intraurethral therapy, penile prostheses (inflatable and malleable), and sex therapy. |
f9c8c01d82569c38094376147934c347 | What treatments are available for men with diabetes and erectile dysfunction? | Men with diabetes having trouble with achieving and/or maintaining an erection can take oral medications like sildenafil ( Revatio, Viagra), tadalafil ( Adcirca, Cialis), avanafil ( Stendra), or vardenafil ( Levitra, Staxyn). However, because people with diabetes also tend to have problems with their heart, these medications may not be appropriate and could cause dangerous interactions with some heart medicines. Talk to your doctor to determine what treatment is best. Additional treatments men with diabetes might want to consider include intracavernous injection therapy, vacuum erection (not constriction) devices, venous constriction devices (for venous leak syndrome), intraurethral therapy, penile prostheses (inflatable and malleable), and sex therapy. |
157184031b23647be1c9d93769561c6f | Are there treatments available for men with diabetes and erectile dysfunction? | Men with diabetes having trouble with achieving and/or maintaining an erection can take oral medications like sildenafil ( Revatio, Viagra), tadalafil ( Adcirca, Cialis), avanafil ( Stendra), or vardenafil ( Levitra, Staxyn). However, because people with diabetes also tend to have problems with their heart, these medications may not be appropriate and could cause dangerous interactions with some heart medicines. Talk to your doctor to determine what treatment is best. |
5aae73cbaf6085730f672d00bcc82426 | Why is my baby's skin blue? | There are two reasons why the blood under you baby's skin might look blue: The lungs are not getting enough oxygen. Since oxygen is what makes blood turn red, blood cells without oxygen remain blue ("cyanosis"). The underlying blood is moving sluggishly, so the normal veins underneath that carry blue, oxygen-poor blood back to the heart are more noticeable. |
65a4da95e6e1000eaac9a37f10d42e54 | What are tips for concerned parents of a baby with skin that looks blue? | If you are concerned about a blue tinge to your baby's skin, check his entire body. An off-and-on blue cast to the hands and feet, with pink skin elsewhere, is not a sign of a problem, but rather just a little bit of immaturity of the circulatory system, which will go away over time. |
1cfe4b37981ddd44ce39cd50483c843c | When should I worry about my baby's blue skin? | If there is a bluish cast over the entire body, the blood may be lacking sufficient oxygen. Blue primarily around the lips may also indicate low blood oxygen. This is very worrisome and you should seek medical attention immediately. It's also concerning if you notice any blueness at all when it seem like your baby might be having trouble breathing. But you don't need to worry if your baby's hands and feet turn blue for a short period of time when the rest of the body is pink and your baby is breathing normally. |
9b51d7f6eb3bd565c435494bcc2dba0f | Which conditions are treated with radiofrequency ablation (RFA)? | !s_sensitive, chron ID: $('article embeded_module[type=video][align=top]:eq(0)').attr('chronic_id'), continuous Play: true, cp Options: { flyout: true }, display Ads: true, mode: 'in-article', sticky: true }) }); }); } else { $(function(){ $('.responsive-video-container').remove(); }); } RFA can be used to help patients with chronic (long-lasting) low-back and neck pain and pain related to the degeneration of joints from arthritis. |
233666b935c5c49c23f96dd9dc8088a3 | How long does pain relief from radiofrequency ablation (RFA) last? | The degree of pain relief varies, depending on the cause and location of the pain. Pain relief from RFA can last from six to 12 months and in some cases, relief can last for years. More than 70% of patients treated with RFA experience pain relief. |
878255d21122bfbc8688d5196316a641 | How is phototherapy used to treat palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP)? | This treatment uses medication along with ultraviolet light to slow down skin growth and help with symptoms for long periods of time. |
4c95cdc8828fc4df06b2d73474a3562b | Who gets palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP)? | Any adult can get the condition. But more women have it than men, and it's most often found in people between 40 and 60. |
55cb3f184227a845ae51d6980514b2d1 | Who can get palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP)? | But more women have it than men, and it's most often found in people between 40 and 60. As many as 24% of people with PPP also have psoriasis. Psoriasis happens when skin cells build up rapidly with thick, silvery scales and itchy, dry, red patches. |
c42e3a866e4c9e7fc7f6e7fb29974f96 | What causes palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP)? | The cause is unclear, but there's a known link between PPP and smoking. Studies show that up to 90% of people with the skin condition smoke or once did. Nicotine in tobacco products can affect your skin cells and cause inflammation in your sweat glands, especially on your hands and feet. If you stop smoking, your symptoms may get better. |
96f9e81d6df47fb76a0eaac9bb854871 | What can you do to manage palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP)? | Here are some tips to help you feel better: If you smoke, stop. Don't use bubble bath or shower gel. Do use a soap with moisturizer. Protect your skin. Wear vinyl gloves when you work with water, use household cleaners, or work in your garden. Wear 100% cotton socks, and avoid shoes made from man-made products. Be careful. Any injuries, even minor ones, can be hard on your skin. If you have an injury, use waterproof bandages. Keep the affected areas clean. Rest your hands and feet often. |
393b1ccdd0a85f5f08a5dd32d7e2cc4a | How are topical steroids used to treat palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP)? | These creams, used with a sterile bandage or vinyl dressing, are anti-inflammatory treatments. They can help with inflammation, swelling, tenderness, and pain. |
8b7354d44a7a9ccc96d4d88410903476 | Is there a link beteween palmoplantar pustolisis and smoking? | The cause is unclear, but there's a known link between PPP and smoking. Studies show that up to 90% of people with the skin condition smoke or once did. Nicotine in tobacco products can affect your skin cells and cause inflammation in your sweat glands, especially on your hands and feet. If you stop smoking, your symptoms may get better. |
198642b57874a930917ed8e86179e9fc | What things can I do to treat palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP)? | Here are some tips to help you feel better: If you smoke, stop. Don't use bubble bath or shower gel. Do use a soap with moisturizer. Protect your skin. Wear vinyl gloves when you work with water, use household cleaners, or work in your garden. Wear 100% cotton socks, and avoid shoes made from man-made products. Be careful. Any injuries, even minor ones, can be hard on your skin. If you have an injury, use waterproof bandages. Keep the affected areas clean. Rest your hands and feet often. |
1ba05974e77933dde8309ea5f95d4ec8 | How is palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP) diagnosed? | To see if you have PPP, your doctor will check your skin. Most often, they'll take a painless scrape or swab of the area. Sometimes, they'll need to remove a small piece of skin to confirm PPP. The area will be numbed, and you may need a few stitches afterward. Your doctor will look at the tissue under a microscope to see if you have PPP. |
caca736919da9d22733026de0e2774be | How are acitretin tablets used to treat palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP)? | Made from , these can help you manage PPP. But acitretin can have strong side effects, so it's not for everyone. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant shouldn't use it. Men who want to have children should talk to their doctor before taking it. |
889cbb21293cf707654ae9f230b6fab3 | Is there a link between palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP) and psoriasis? | As many as 24% of people with PPP also have psoriasis. Psoriasis happens when skin cells build up rapidly with thick, silvery scales and itchy, dry, red patches. |
db273d9e293d54667d2f49d7062df8f2 | Does my child need surgery for amblyopia? | If strabismus prevents her eyes from moving together like they should, your doctor might recommend surgery on her eye muscles. You can talk about what treatment is best for her. |
26aa23a5d5abd8eb981dcac60c651b87 | Do you need surgery to treat amblyopia? | If strabismus prevents her eyes from moving together like they should, your doctor might recommend surgery on her eye muscles. You can talk about what treatment is best for her. |
91eafd74834b2721bd423f1c7825dfb8 | How can amblyopia be treated? | Then he'll give her a patch to wear over her strong eye. At first, she'll have a hard time seeing with just the weak eye. But it's important that she wear the patch. Her vision will get better, though it might take weeks or months for that to happen. Follow the doctor's instructions carefully and bring your child in for scheduled visits so the doctor can see how the treatment is working. |
61a36891c28c8a4176f9cc11ec8d3f07 | Who can get amblyopia? | If amblyopia runs in your family, your child is more likely to get it. Remember, you can't tell just by looking at her if she has it. Early diagnosis and treatment are the keys to good results. |
fed7efe11c62d6225f9e8f5846211a6e | How is amblyopia diagnosed? | All children should be tested before they are school-age. Your child's doctor or the vision program at school will check to make sure that: Nothing blocks the light coming into her eyes. Both eyes see equally well. Each eye moves like it should. |
f3dffbb74bd4d2ffbce43deb737ed019 | How does amblyopia begin? | Amblyopia commonly starts when one eye has much better focus than the other. Sometimes, one is more farsighted or has lots of astigmatism, but the other doesn't. |
3842d13ae7e06a90c8c70d730785f1d2 | What if the doctor says my child's vision is normal after amblyopia? | After the doctor says her vision is back to normal, she won't have to wear the patch all the time. But sometimes when kids go back to using both eyes, they lose some vision in the weak eye. If that happens, she might have to wear the patch again. |
59dd37373b19fb75476c42ef6474e255 | How do children get a lazy eye from amblyopia? | If your child has it, her brain will ignore the image from the eye that isn't aligned. Vision in that eye will get worse. It's this misalignment that led to the term "lazy eye." |
82f2082fe41a08f7450d5d813f626828 | How is amblyopia treated? | The most common method is to force your child's brain to start using the weak eye. First, the doctor will correct any underlying problems in that eye, like nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. Most kids with amblyopia also need glasses to help their eyes focus. If a cataract is blocking light from her eye, the doctor may recommend surgery to remove it. |
52fad0e05d2d7ce10baa85e65b453c29 | What is the long-term outlook of amblyopia? | With early diagnosis and treatment, most children will gain vision. Amblyopia becomes much harder to treat after about 7-9 years of age, so make sure your child gets eye exams early on. And follow your doctor's advice about treatment, even when it's hard. Most kids don't want to wear an eye patch every day. Ask your doctor if atropine is an option for your child. |
0780094e6fcd4eb918d92ed6d28eb23d | What is acid reflux disease, and what are its serious consequences? | Three out of every 10 people experience heartburn on occasion, so it can be somewhat arbitrary to decide when heartburn should be called acid reflux disease. Also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease ( GERD), acid reflux disease is a chronic irritation of the lining of a person's esophagus by stomach acid. Usually, it's just annoying. GERD can, however, have serious consequences, including esophagitis and Barrett's esophagus. Barrett's esophagus is a condition that increases the likelihood of esophageal cancer. |
adf77c28bd2ac6e59c275ce8bddb4817 | How do doctors diagnose acid reflux disease? | People with acid reflux disease often have some or all of the following symptoms: Pain when or difficulty swallowing Bad breath and/or bad taste in the mouth Burping Chest pain Heartburn Hoarseness Regurgitation Sore throat Cough Asthma If you experience classic symptoms of acid reflux disease -- chronic heartburn and regurgitation -- without any troublesome complications, it may be relatively easy for your doctor to make an acid reflux diagnosis. A few people have GERD that doesn't respond to treatment. Or they may have other concerning symptoms, such as weight loss, difficulty swallowing, anemia, or black stools. If you're one of them, you may need any of the following tests. |
7edfce2eb08ae894aeab6c34d06048f2 | Can I check my blood pressure at home? | Keeping track of blood pressure at home is important for many people, especially if you have high blood pressure. This helps you and your doctor find out if your treatment is working. Your doctor may also suggest that you check your pressure at home if she thinks you may have "white coat hypertension." It's a real condition. The stress of being in a doctor's office raises your blood pressure, but when you're home, it's normal. |
c8977fa69e5c43bdb52b2c9deab5c499 | What can I use to measure my blood pressure at home? | Ask your doctor to recommend an easy-to-use home blood pressure monitor. Make sure the cuff fits properly. If your arm is too big for the cuff, the reading may be higher than your blood pressure really is. Ask your doctor for a larger cuff or make sure you buy a home monitor with a cuff that fits you. You also can use a wrist blood pressure monitor, but they often aren't as accurate. Follow the directions that come with the device to make sure you are using it correctly. No matter which type of blood pressure monitor you have, it's a good idea to take it to your doctor's office. You can compare its reading to the numbers your doctor gets. Avoid caffeine, cigarettes, and exercise for at least 30 minutes before the test. |
ca698b34c26f2456fdde8f647301e5c9 | How is blood pressure measured? | Some cuffs go around the forearm or wrist, but often they aren't as accurate. Your doctor or nurse will use a stethoscope to listen to the blood moving through your artery. She'll inflate the cuff to a pressure higher than your systolic blood pressure, and it will tighten around your arm. Then she'll release it. As the cuff deflates, the first sound she hears through the stethoscope is the systolic blood pressure. It sounds like a whooshing noise. The point where this noise goes away marks the diastolic blood pressure. In a blood pressure reading, the systolic number always comes first, and then the diastolic number. For example, your numbers may be "120 over 80" or written as 120/80. |
04edbbfdafb7d71212fa6b393b47085f | What happens when you have a stroke on the left side of your brain? | With a stroke on the right side of your brain, you might have: Problems judging distances and picking things up Trouble reading facial expressions or tone of voice Weakness or paralysis on your left side With a stroke on the left side of your brain, you might have: Slurred speech Trouble getting your words out or understanding others Weakness or paralysis on your right side |
52f89106ce9eec14306432a7af050e86 | What is a subarachnoid hemorrhagic stroke? | Subarachnoid hemorrhage: This is when a blood vessel around your brain bursts or leaks. It bleeds into the area between your brain and the tissue around it (the subarachnoid space). Like with an intracerebral hemorrhage, brain cells are damaged by lack of oxygen and added pressure. The more blood there is, the more pressure, and the more damage. |
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