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dc35120b677b1a8c9f3025c8f67bcdd0 | How do probiotics help inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)? | Some studies show probiotics may also help treat Crohn's disease, the other form of IBD, but the results aren't as strong. |
a5256f408f4a0042a210c3b10a9c25e2 | Where can I find probiotics? | You can find probiotics in certain foods, like yogurt, and they also come in the form of supplements. Look for probiotics with a specific type of bacteria that's been tested and found to work. Make sure the product has a Good Manufacturing Practices ( GMP) seal. Choose products that say that they still work "through end of shelf life" rather than "at time of manufacture." |
38eef66caedb91f81f5f3a01a75ce99b | How can probiotics help stomach problems? | But diarrhea can throw the microbes in your gut off balance. Probiotics may help get things back on track. You can find probiotics in certain foods, like yogurt, and they also come in the form of supplements. Not all probiotics can ease diarrhea, though, and some help only certain types of diarrhea. This can upset the normal balance in your intestines, leading to diarrhea. When you're away from home, you may get diarrhea when you eat or drink contaminated food or water. |
dfa4f885ddffd89b0e9fcb0a18200365 | What types of exercise can you do with COPD? | Among the exercises you can do are: Stretching. You can do stretches as an exercise or use them as a warm-up and cool-down before and after exercise. Stretches improve flexibility, prevent injury, and get your heart pumping. This doesn't have to be a high-intensity workout. A 30-minute walk or swim a few times a week can boost the amount of oxygen in your system. Resistance. Strength exercises -- which you can do with exercise bands, weights, or even working against your own muscle resistance (isometrics) -- build muscles and ease breathing. |
75be1b94a29d013ce9c3e6045663574b | What are diet tips for COPD? | Follow a high-fiber diet -- about 20 to 35 grams a day -- with vegetables, fruits, whole grains, bran, and pasta. Some other nutrition tips to remember: Keep a good body weight. Cut the salt, and drink plenty of fluids. To keep energy levels high, eat lots of small meals instead of one big one, avoid junk-food snacks, and do some light exercise before you eat. |
a078023e80e6194a9b736d6f7ab5c170 | What breathing exercises help COPD? | There are two key breathing exercises you should try: Pursed-lips breathing. Breathe in through your nose for 2 seconds. This exercise slows your breathing, keeps your airways open, and helps boost oxygen. Abdominal (diaphragmatic) breathing. Put one hand on your heart and the other on your stomach. Inhale through your nose, making sure your stomach expands. Slowly breathe out through pursed lips, pressing on your belly. |
3df5ec7324b8f2c587bf80220daa6f7b | How do allergy shots for insect stings work? | Allergy shots for insect stings put tiny amounts of the allergen (you may hear it called âinsect venomâ) into your body over time. Your body gets used to the allergen, and if you get stung again, you won't have such a bad reaction. |
366b4c7bf63261265d69f6cb728d8461 | What are side effects of allergy shots for insect stings? | If allergy shots are right for you, your doctor will first test to find out which insects you're allergic to. You may have some redness and warmth at the injection site. You could also have: Itching Hives Swelling of the skin In rare cases, allergy shots can cause a more serious or even life-threatening reaction. For that reason, you'll get your shots at your doctor's office. Allergy shots aren't for everyone. |
4799a9ee68ebdbfa3a605314c8c6411f | What are symptoms of heart valve disease? | Arrhythmia symptoms may include: Palpitations (a feeling of skipped heart beats, fluttering or "flip-flops," or feeling that your heart is "running away") Pounding in your chest Dizziness, feeling lightheaded, or fainting Shortness of breath Chest discomfort Weakness or fatigue Symptoms of heart valve disease may include: Shortness of breath and/or difficulty catching your breath Weakness or dizziness Fainting Discomfort in your chest during an activity Palpitations that may feel like a rapid heart rhythm, irregular heartbeat, skipped beats or a flip-flop feeling in your chest If valve disease causes heart failure, symptoms may include: Swelling of your ankles, feet, or abdomen Quick weight gain (a weight gain of two or three pounds in one day is possible) Symptoms do not always relate to the seriousness of your valve disease. |
a8aa44c1c1f9ea19550542a64414bd5a | What are symptoms of arrhythmias? | Arrhythmia symptoms may include: Palpitations (a feeling of skipped heart beats, fluttering or "flip-flops," or feeling that your heart is "running away") Pounding in your chest Dizziness, feeling lightheaded, or fainting Shortness of breath Chest discomfort Weakness or fatigue Symptoms of heart valve disease may include: Shortness of breath and/or difficulty catching your breath Weakness or dizziness Fainting Discomfort in your chest during an activity Palpitations that may feel like a rapid heart rhythm, irregular heartbeat, skipped beats or a flip-flop feeling in your chest If valve disease causes heart failure, symptoms may include: Swelling of your ankles, feet, or abdomen Quick weight gain (a weight gain of two or three pounds in one day is possible) Symptoms do not always relate to the seriousness of your valve disease. |
42bd20dd01c434df015430e11ce602d7 | What are the symptoms of a heart attack (myocardial infarction)? | Shortness of breath Palpitations (irregular heart beats, skipped beats, or a "flip-flop" feeling in your chest) Rapid heartbeat Weakness or dizziness Nausea Sweating Symptoms of a heart attack may include: Discomfort, pressure, heaviness, or pain in the chest or left arm Fullness, indigestion, or a choking feeling (may feel like heartburn) Discomfort radiating to the back, jaw, throat, or arm Sweating, nausea, vomiting, or dizziness Extreme weakness, anxiety, or shortness of breath Rapid or irregular heartbeats Heart attack symptoms usually last 30 minutes or longer, and are not relieved by rest or by taking a form of heart medication called nitroglycerin. |
614ee3907fb9f210ca35e5cd60f9ad11 | What are symptoms of congenital heart disease in adults? | In adults, if symptoms of congenital heart disease are present, they may include: Shortness of breath Limited ability to exercise Symptoms of heart failure (see above) or valve disease (see above) Symptoms of congenital heart disease in infants and children may include: Cyanosis (a bluish tint to the skin, fingernails, and lips) Fast breathing and poor feeding Poor weight gain Recurrent lung infections Inability to exercise Many people with heart muscle disease have no symptoms or only minor symptoms and live a normal life. |
6484f1ea51c820fc1c3e0dcb962bda46 | What are symptoms of heart muscle disease (cardiomyopathy)? | Symptoms of cardiomyopathy can occur at any age and may include: Chest pain or pressure (occurs usually with exercise or physical activity, but can also occur with rest or after meals) Heart failure symptoms (see above) Swelling of the lower extremities Fatigue Fainting Palpitations (fluttering in the chest due to abnormal heart rhythms) Sudden death can occur in a small number of people with cardiomyopathy. |
42a3f923f274ff54cebda6c5f2f0351a | What are symptoms of pericarditis? | When present, symptoms of pericarditis may include: Chest pain. This pain is different from angina. It may be sharp and located in the center of the chest. The pain may radiate to the neck and occasionally, the arms and back. It is made worse by lying down, coughing, swallowing, or taking a deep breath, and is relieved by sitting forward. Low-grade fever Increased heart rate You experience unusual chest pain, particularly if it persists or recurs. |
ba5f51ec074427ab46d1bf729439fbd8 | What are the symptoms of pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP)? | At first, PCP may cause only mild symptoms or none at all. Fever (it's usually low-grade if you have HIV, higher temperature if you don't) Dry cough or wheezing Shortness of breath, especially when you're active Fatigue Chest pain when you breathe Call your doctor if you have these symptoms and HIV or a weakened immune system, because PCP can be fatal. |
7aa0556c94d8bf73e84640f89486dc32 | What is pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP) in people with HIV? | Before we had medicine to treat HIV, about 3/4 of HIV-positive people who developed AIDS got PCP. Antiretroviral therapy ( ART) has prevented HIV-infected people from developing AIDS, and among persons who have developed AIDS, additional preventive therapy has brought this number way down. However, PCP is still the most common opportunistic infection in persons who get AIDS. You're most likely to get PCP when your CD4 cell count is less than 200. PCP patients with HIV are eight times more likely to be hospitalized. People with AIDS can die from it, even though they get treatment. |
5f647bd0883f8f44e00f1e4d0c83dde8 | What tests are used to diagnose pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP)? | Usually, a lab technician will look at the fluid or tissue from your lungs with a microscope to find traces of the fungus. Your doctor will get a sample by helping you cough up stuff or by using a special tool called a bronchoscope that goes into your airways through your mouth. Or your doctor can do a biopsy, taking a needle or a knife to remove a tiny bit of cells from your lung. A test called PCR (polymerase chain reaction) makes copies of specific pieces of DNA, so it can find smaller amounts of the fungus in samples. You might also get a chest X-ray, or blood tests to check for low oxygen levels. |
5e08d10c17b29715a120792a0dbb19f4 | When do you need medications for pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP)? | Before your CD4 cell count drops or you get sick, you can also take the same medication that treats PCP, but with different doses and timing. Your doctor may recommend this when: You've had PCP before. Your CD4 count is below 200.. You're taking drugs that suppress your immune system. If you get PCP, your doctor may want you to keep taking medicine after your PCP clears up so you don't get it again. When your CD4 count goes over 200 and stays there for at least 3 months, it may be OK to stop. |
150fc342c72121d102ecfff31cb99bc5 | What is the treatment for pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP)? | Most often, doctors prescribe a combination of two antibiotics, trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole, or TMP/ SMX ( Bactrim, Cotrim, or Septra). Depending how sick you are, you'll get this in pills or through a needle in your vein (by IV) at the hospital. Other drugs your doctor might prescribe to fight the infection include: Dapsone ( Aczone), sometimes with pyrimethamine ( Daraprim) Pentamidine ( Nubu Pent, Pentam) that you breathe in through a machine called a nebulizer, maybe in a doctor's office or a clinic ( You could also get a shot if your infection is serious.) Atovaquone ( Mepron) in a liquid that you take with food Corticosteroids can help when your PCP is moderate to severe and you have low oxygen levels. |
0cad362a37e8014f6c3eb67ca407bdc1 | How can pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP) be prevented? | Fever (it's usually low-grade if you have HIV, higher temperature if you don't) Dry cough or wheezing Shortness of breath, especially when you're active Fatigue Chest pain when you breathe Call your doctor if you have these symptoms and HIV or a weakened immune system, because PCP can be fatal. There's no vaccine to prevent this type of pneumonia. The best way to prevent PCP when you have HIV is to keep up with your ART, because it raises your CD4 count. |
b3edfdda0b84cfdf6d1f4f9aaf4288e8 | What is pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP)? | Most people have successfully fought it by the time they're 3 or 4 years old. PCP isn't hard to prevent. A healthy immune system can easily control it. But it can make people with weakened immune systems, such as someone with HIV, very sick. People who've gotten an organ transplant, with blood cancers, or who take drugs for autoimmume diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and multiple sclerosis could get it, too. Although it's rare, PCP can also affect other parts of your body, including lymph nodes, liver, and bone marrow. However, PCP is still the most common opportunistic infection in persons who get AIDS. Your doctor will get a sample by helping you cough up stuff or by using a special tool called a bronchoscope that goes into your airways through your mouth. Other drugs your doctor might prescribe to fight the infection include: Dapsone ( Aczone), sometimes with pyrimethamine ( Daraprim) Pentamidine ( Nubu Pent, Pentam) that you breathe in through a machine called a nebulizer, maybe in a doctor's office or a clinic ( You could also get a shot if your infection is serious.) |
15c279da0ffcf08434a99bb1d9b0da11 | Can you easily feel an irregular heartbeat caused by atrial fibrillation (AFib)? | Fact: Some people with AFib -- a quivering or uneven heartbeat -- have no symptoms or they're not very noticeable. You may feel your heart race or flutter, or you might feel dizzy or lightheaded. Some people also feel short of breath, anxious, or more tired than usual. A heart test called an electrocardiogram ( EKG) can help your doctor know if you have it. |
10ba7dcb99a2fe0258a4f3f1c4f097e5 | Can I have caffeine if I have Afib? | Fact: One to three cups of coffee or tea a day should be fine. Don't load your coffee with sugar or creamy toppings, though. Those make it harder to control your weight, and obesity can make AFib worse. |
8312905c538ec4c1fccb9937c30e8560 | What are signs of hair loss and hair conditions in children and young adults? | The signs of hair loss and hair conditions in men may include: Thinning hair on the scalp A receding hairline A horseshoe-shaped pattern that leaves the crown of the head exposed Signs of hair loss and hair conditions in women may include: General hair thinning, especially at the crown of the head Signs of hair loss and hair conditions in children and young adults may include: Sudden loss of patches of hair Complete loss of all hair on the body Patches of broken hairs and incomplete hair loss on the scalp and/or eyebrows Excessive shedding of hair, but not complete baldness, after various illnesses and drug treatments, rapid weight loss, anemia, or stress You or your child have a sudden loss of patches of hair Your child has patches of broken hairs and incomplete hair loss on the scalp and/or eyebrows Your child is rubbing or pulling out his or her hair You or your child suffer an unexplained loss of hair on any part of the body |
eabfba52a8f9a93680dc9b907dc6efb9 | How does hair loss differ in men and women? | The signs of hair loss and hair conditions in men may include: Thinning hair on the scalp A receding hairline A horseshoe-shaped pattern that leaves the crown of the head exposed Signs of hair loss and hair conditions in women may include: General hair thinning, especially at the crown of the head Signs of hair loss and hair conditions in children and young adults may include: Sudden loss of patches of hair Complete loss of all hair on the body Patches of broken hairs and incomplete hair loss on the scalp and/or eyebrows Excessive shedding of hair, but not complete baldness, after various illnesses and drug treatments, rapid weight loss, anemia, or stress You or your child have a sudden loss of patches of hair Your child has patches of broken hairs and incomplete hair loss on the scalp and/or eyebrows Your child is rubbing or pulling out his or her hair You or your child suffer an unexplained loss of hair on any part of the body |
be26ca0a796dbd2de2beb74633e6ab5d | How is paraphilia treated? | Most cases of paraphilia are treated with counseling and therapy to help the person modify his or her behavior. Medications may help to decrease the compulsiveness associated with paraphilia and reduce the number of deviant sexual fantasies and behaviors. In some cases, hormones are prescribed for individuals who experience frequent occurrences of abnormal or dangerous sexual behavior. |
caddc424487d66565ccc2d33e4807159 | What is transvestitism? | Transvestitism Transvestitism, or transvestic fetishism, refers to the practice by heterosexual males of dressing in female clothes to produce or enhance sexual arousal. The sexual arousal usually does not involve a real partner but includes the fantasy that the individual is the female partner as well. Some men wear only one special piece of female clothing, such as underwear, while others fully dress as female, including hair style and make-up. |
5983100347dc02a6a1ddd2caa8ae68c0 | What is frotteurism? | Frotteurism With this problem, the focus of the person's sexual urges is on touching or rubbing his or her genitals against the body of a non-consenting, unfamiliar person. In most cases of frotteurism, a male rubs his genital area against a female, often in a crowded public location. The contact made with the other person is illegal. |
5f399f87e5a32dad1a39ca91e9206586 | What is exhibitionism? | Exhibitionism (" Flashing") Exhibitionism involves someone exposing his or her genitals to an unsuspecting stranger. The individual with this problem, sometimes called a "flasher," feels a need to surprise, shock, or impress his or her victims. The condition is usually limited to the exposure with no other harmful advances being made. Nevertheless, "indecent exposure" is illegal. |
b3e6bde67b476062dab545826bc6435b | What is sexual masochism? | Sexual Masochism Individuals with this disorder use the act -- real, not simulated -- of being humiliated, beaten, or otherwise made to suffer in order to achieve sexual excitement and climax. These acts may be limited to verbal humiliation, or they may involve being beaten, bound, or otherwise abused. Masochists may act out their fantasies on themselves by such acts as cutting or piercing their skin or burning themselves. Or they may seek out a partner who enjoys inflicting pain or humiliation on others. |
b797b929090516064266893dffb1614a | What causes paraphilia? | It is not clear what causes paraphilia. Some experts believe it is caused by a childhood trauma, such as sexual abuse. Others suggest that objects or situations can become sexually arousing if they are frequently and repeatedly associated with a pleasurable sexual activity. In most cases, the individual with a paraphilia has difficulty developing personal and sexual relationships with others. |
66c4a3b1c4a8f1c62e83e2c8b72ed338 | How common are paraphilias? | Most paraphilias are rare and are about 20 times more common among males than among females. However, the reason for this disparity is not clearly understood. While several of these disorders are associated with aggressive behavior, others are not aggressive or harmful. |
06978381cd1b69ecefc72b12d43c6df7 | What are exclusive pedophiles? | Sadomasochistic fantasies and activities are not uncommon among consenting adults. |
bfb9f8946aabd7825abceb7702efa5a2 | What is voyeurism? | Voyeurism (" Peeping Tom") This disorder involves achieving sexual arousal by observing an unsuspecting and non-consenting person who is undressing or unclothed or engaged in sexual activity. This behavior may conclude with masturbation by the voyeur. The voyeur does not seek sexual contact with the person he or she is observing. |
d04b304c049f68b8a621d994a15d70a4 | What are paraphilias? | Paraphilias are abnormal sexual behaviors or impulses characterized by intense sexual fantasies and urges that keep coming back. The urges and behaviors may involve unusual objects, activities, or situations that are not usually considered sexually arousing by others. |
afaf76f8cd94aef668460afeca306387 | What is pedophilia? | Pedophilia People with pedophilia have fantasies, urges, or behaviors that involve illegal sexual activity with a child or children. The children involved are generally 13 years of age or younger. |
0a743ac9f0f5a1bdb228d0e893a990e6 | What is sexual sadism? | Sexual Sadism Individuals with this disorder have persistent fantasies in which sexual excitement results from inflicting psychological or physical suffering (including humiliation and terror) on a sexual partner. This disorder is different from minor acts of aggression in normal sexual activity -- for example, rough sex. |
c8d5c53a768bb34a91b6c134f076e41e | When does my baby need an eye exam ASAP? | During this first year, be on the lookout for signs of eye or vision problems: Strabismus: His eyes aren't aligned and don't move together. Nystagmus: His eyes seem to jump or wiggle around longer than after the first 3 months Any eye injury or physical change that concerns you. Any sign that his sight isn't developing properly. |
cc039be94f78d67dea3ee89be35fef65 | Why does my baby need all these follow-up exams? | The eye exam your baby had at birth is a great start -- but it's only a start. If he has problems, you'll want to find them during the first year so treatment can start while his eyes are still developing. |
e27309e5291ed8379f01a4475e1c3a98 | What should a well-baby visit include? | Every well-baby visit should include: A family history of eye health or vision problems. A penlight exam of eyelids and eyeballs: Are his pupils the same size? Are his eyelids firm, not droopy? Is there any sign of infection, disease, tearing problems, or allergy? Do his eyes, lids, and lashes appear normal? Eye movement check (each eye and both together): How well does your baby follow an object (often a toy) as the doctor moves it about? Both eyes should respond the same. If not, there could be a problem. Light reaction test: You'll take your baby into a darkened room so his pupils can open up. That gives the doctor a better view inside his eyes. The doctor will use a tool to look for a red reflex in your baby's eyes. He'll check them one at a time and then together. An abnormal response could signal problems like cataracts or tumors. |
1a3dcf09ddffffad21dc1c5e6ffddab1 | What should the doctor examine my baby for at 6 months of age? | At every routine doctor visit during the first year, your baby should be checked by his regular pediatrician to make sure: Each eye focuses His eyes are straight He doesn't have an internal eye disease If you catch and treat eye conditions early, you'll spare your child lifelong vision issues and boost his overall health. |
719b54862718eb3be3d1d593ad8ae227 | What should I do before I get an eye exam for my child? | Does your baby really need an eye exam in his first year? Check your health plan for a list of eye doctors in your area. |
0388fa9b4032d8d6f8c27a55b98e6831 | Does my child need an eye exam in his first year? | If your baby is premature and born in less that 34 weeks, has a family history of cataracts, eye tumors, and other inherited diseases, a specialist should check him while he's still in the hospital nursery. At every routine doctor visit during the first year, your baby should be checked by his regular pediatrician to make sure: Each eye focuses His eyes are straight He doesn't have an internal eye disease If you catch and treat eye conditions early, you'll spare your child lifelong vision issues and boost his overall health. Your baby's doctor (a pediatrician or family doctor) should include a basic eye exam and look for vision problems during each checkup in the first year. |
37cb419592708a45caed4728c0332a9f | What should I expect for my baby's eye exams during the first year? | Does your baby really need an eye exam in his first year? Check your health plan for a list of eye doctors in your area. Every well-baby visit should include: A family history of eye health or vision problems. Although most doctors know how to check babies' and children's eyes, yours may suggest your child get another exam, even if he doesn't find vision problems. Experts have different opinions on vision screening for children. Ask your doctor what's right for you. |
6368b453d99a2594936b05e9b220ac1e | What is rheumatic fever? | A rare but potentially life-threatening disease, rheumatic fever is a complication of untreated strep throat caused by bacteria called group A streptococcus. The main symptoms -- fever, muscle aches, swollen and painful joints, and in some cases, a red, lattice-like rash -- typically begin two to four weeks after a bout of strep. In some cases, though, the infection may have been too mild to have been recognized. |
b36c490d9e0325df5049fc1134407043 | How common is rheumatic fever? | A rare but potentially life-threatening disease, rheumatic fever is a complication of untreated strep throat caused by bacteria called group A streptococcus. In recent years, though, it has begun to make a comeback in the U. S., particularly among children living in poor, inner-city neighborhoods. The disease tends to strike most often in cool, damp weather during the winter and early spring. In the U. S., it is most common in the northern states. |
071de4d449508f5dd5df2f8d0a4a2452 | What are types of digoxin? | Types of digoxin include: Digoxin ( Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps, Digitek) Digitoxin ( Crystodigin) Digoxin is usually taken once a day. |
d385b82c45064a783e9b81e6ff781f35 | What are some general guidelines for taking digoxin? | While taking this drug, your doctor may tell you to take and record your pulse daily. He or she will tell you how rapid your pulse should be. If your pulse is slower than recommended, contact your doctor about taking digoxin that day. Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory so your response to the drug can be monitored. You may have electrocardiograms ( ECGs) and blood tests, and your dose may be adjusted. This medication may cause drowsiness. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you. |
3ed48d61044265447080ad6d8188f704 | What diet should you follow while taking digoxin? | Follow your doctor's dietary advice, which may include: following a low-sodium diet, taking a potassium supplement, or including high-potassium foods (such as bananas and orange juice) in your diet. |
c60438584895eb27d33ae724cb9a3170 | What should you be aware of if you are taking diuretics with digoxin? | If you experience an increase in side effects after taking your medications together, contact your doctor. You may need to change the times you are taking each medication. |
175deab179ee375618b26539945826e5 | What kind of testing is needed before getting allergy shots for asthma, and what kinds of allergens do they cover? | It will probably involve skin testing, in which a small amount of the allergen is scraped onto or injected under your skin. Allergy shots aren't available for every kind of allergy. Allergy shots for asthma include shots for: Pollen Mold Dander Dust mites Cockroaches Once you and your doctor have discovered which allergens affect you, the next step is to get the shots. |
2f1e010c6e45c23561daef473cf94d21 | How often can I get allergy shots for asthma? | Allergy shots for asthma include shots for: Pollen Mold Dander Dust mites Cockroaches Once you and your doctor have discovered which allergens affect you, the next step is to get the shots. The frequency of the injections varies, but you might get them once or twice a week for the first three to six months -- or until you reach the maximum dose. After that, you might only need maintenance injections every two to four weeks. This might continue for three to five years. Although some people feel asthma symptom relief from their allergy injections quickly, it may take up to a year for others. In some people, allergy shots have no effect. |
ef6d5939ecd53f590e1c79dda41e162c | How do allergy shots for asthma work? | Allergy shots are one type of treatment for asthma that may benefit those with allergies and asthma that is triggered by allergies, called allergic asthma. Also called immunotherapy, allergy shots are not an asthma cure like an injection of antibiotics might cure an infection. Instead, allergy shots work a bit more like a vaccine. Allergy shots for asthma actually contain a very small amount of an allergen (something you're allergic to). Over time, the dose is increased. By exposing you to greater and greater amounts of the allergen, your body is likely to develop a tolerance to it. If the treatment goes well, your allergic reaction will become much less severe. Allergy shots can reduce the symptoms of allergies and prevent the development of asthma. |
8d6db883a1a6656624463c9cb23537ed | What are risks of getting allergy shots for asthma? | It may not be safe for people who have uncontrolled asthma or other health conditions, such as heart disease. It may also not be a good idea for people taking certain medications, such as beta-blockers. Allergy shots for asthma are not used in children who are under age 5. The most common side effects are redness and swelling at the site of the injection. Very rarely, allergy injections can even lead to anaphylactic shock, which can be fatal. This is why you should always get these shots in the presence of experts who can control any adverse reactions in the event of an asthma emergency. |
1d60cc3e76c6793f12f5e50d734b9a60 | How is cancer-related pain typically treated? | Pain-relieving drugs are the most common treatment option. For mild aches, over-the-counter pain meds such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen can work well. But check with your health care team before you take any to make sure they won't affect the way your cancer medicines work. For more severe pain, your doctor may prescribe a prescription painkiller, usually an opioid or narcotic drug like codeine, fentanyl, morphine, and oxycodone. |
80fed24cbdf849b291fca6ee93f57bb8 | What should I do if I am having cancer pain? | If one approach doesn't work, you and your doctor can try others until you find relief. There are plenty of non-medical ways to ease your aches, too. Or you can use them on their own to get relief. Talk to your doctor or nurse about what you can do to feel better. |
7f1aa881d07f20d2b302a06283cf87ad | Does cancer cause pain? | It can come from the disease itself, like when a tumor presses on a nerve. Treatments such as chemotherapy, surgery, or radiation can also cause it. But whatever the reason, there's almost always a way to treat it. You don't have to live with pain either from cancer or from one of your treatments. |
c673468ed1e27eb69bae24c5c5c6ea75 | Are there nonmedical options for treating cancer-related pain? | You're more likely to get a good handle on the problem if you tackle it early. There are many different ways to treat pain. You may need to try a few different methods to find one that works for you. And being pain-free can actually make your other cancer treatments more effective. |
9720cd1f06a956f56f10b3a08878b8e8 | How common is nerve damage? | The various types may have different symptoms and may require different types of treatment. It is estimated that about 20 million Americans suffers from peripheral nerve damage. This type of damage becomes increasingly common with age. Up to 70% of people with diabetes have some nerve damage. |
36772929749c11e1adf24543425e2f18 | What are the types of nerves in the body? | There are three types of nerves in the body: Autonomic nerves. These nerves control the involuntary or partially voluntary activities of your body, including heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, and temperature regulation. Motor nerves. These nerves control your movements and actions by passing information from your brain and spinal cord to your muscles. Sensory nerves. These nerves relay information from your skin and muscles back to your spinal cord and brain. The information is then processed to let you feel pain and other sensations. |
daf0d3617db1023aa82135ef93a98eda | What medications are used to treat nerve damage? | This may mean: Regulating blood sugar levels for people with diabetes Correcting nutritional deficiencies Changing medications when drugs are causing nerve damage Physical therapy or surgery to address compression or trauma to nerves Medications to treat autoimmune conditions Additionally, your doctor may prescribe medications aimed at minimizing the nerve pain you are feeling. These may include: Pain relievers Tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline and desipramine ( Norpramin), as well as other antidepressants, including duloxetine ( Cymbalta) and venlafaxine ( Effexor XR) Certain anti-seizure drugs Capsaicin cream Complementary and alternative approaches may also help alleviate your nerve pain and discomfort. |
4eba7794d199355ab346f75a4978aa22 | How do you know if your nerve damage is caused by drug side effects and toxic substances? | Various substances that are taken into the body intentionally or unintentionally have the ability to cause nerve pain and nerve damage. These include medications, such as some chemotherapies for cancer and certain drugs used to treat HIV. Toxic substances that may be ingested accidentally, including lead, arsenic, and mercury, may also cause damage to your nerves. |
1ff556be20f0c7e6f643f3f4aaa87a49 | What are symptoms of damage to motor nerves? | Autonomic nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Inability to sense chest pain, such as angina or heart attack Too much sweating (known as hyperhidrosis) or too little sweating (known as anhidrosis) Lightheadedness Dry eyes and mouth Constipation Bladder dysfunction Sexual dysfunction Damage to motor nerves may produce the following symptoms: Weakness Muscle atrophy Twitching, also known as fasciculation Paralysis Sensory nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Pain Sensitivity Numbness Tingling or prickling Burning Problems with positional awareness In some instances, people with nerve damage will have symptoms that indicate damage to two, or even three, different types of nerves. |
0f2970a92509ed4b71945e55734ec1f6 | How do you know if your nerve damage is caused by motor neuron diseases? | The motor neurons are nerves in your brain and spinal column that communicate with the muscles throughout your body. Diseases that affect these nerves, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also called ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease, can result in progressively worsening nerve damage. |
8eb4f122875c7c887141558c0f462898 | What are other ways to manage nerve pain? | These may include: Pain relievers Tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline and desipramine ( Norpramin), as well as other antidepressants, including duloxetine ( Cymbalta) and venlafaxine ( Effexor XR) Certain anti-seizure drugs Capsaicin cream Complementary and alternative approaches may also help alleviate your nerve pain and discomfort. These include: Acupuncture Biofeedback Hypnosis Meditation Antioxidant vitamins Electrical nerve stimulation such as TENS |
8f55b612c1286d782b8780edde384bac | What are symptoms of sensory nerve damage? | Autonomic nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Inability to sense chest pain, such as angina or heart attack Too much sweating (known as hyperhidrosis) or too little sweating (known as anhidrosis) Lightheadedness Dry eyes and mouth Constipation Bladder dysfunction Sexual dysfunction Damage to motor nerves may produce the following symptoms: Weakness Muscle atrophy Twitching, also known as fasciculation Paralysis Sensory nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Pain Sensitivity Numbness Tingling or prickling Burning Problems with positional awareness In some instances, people with nerve damage will have symptoms that indicate damage to two, or even three, different types of nerves. |
e909a600ccf8c8608b3a1bd264c06581 | How do autoimmune diseases cause nerve damage? | A variety of different types of autoimmune diseases can produce symptoms of nerve pain and nerve damage. These include: multiple sclerosis, Guillain- Barré syndrome (a rare condition in which the immune system attacks the peripheral nerves), myasthenia gravis, lupus, and inflammatory bowel disease. |
fd92da34e6526be07f2354c80127a111 | Is it possible to have symptoms of nerve damage to different types of nerves? | Autonomic nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Inability to sense chest pain, such as angina or heart attack Too much sweating (known as hyperhidrosis) or too little sweating (known as anhidrosis) Lightheadedness Dry eyes and mouth Constipation Bladder dysfunction Sexual dysfunction Damage to motor nerves may produce the following symptoms: Weakness Muscle atrophy Twitching, also known as fasciculation Paralysis Sensory nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Pain Sensitivity Numbness Tingling or prickling Burning Problems with positional awareness In some instances, people with nerve damage will have symptoms that indicate damage to two, or even three, different types of nerves. For instance, you might experience weakness and burning of your legs at the same time. |
8db2491474ac2e53ca3f1125541ea133 | What kind of compression/trauma can cause nerve damage? | Anything that results in trauma or compression of nerves can result in nerve pain and nerve damage. This includes pinched nerves in the neck, crush injuries, and carpal tunnel syndrome. |
9ded0c3ac07201972bbcefc0530df567 | What are symptoms of motor nerve damage? | Autonomic nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Inability to sense chest pain, such as angina or heart attack Too much sweating (known as hyperhidrosis) or too little sweating (known as anhidrosis) Lightheadedness Dry eyes and mouth Constipation Bladder dysfunction Sexual dysfunction Damage to motor nerves may produce the following symptoms: Weakness Muscle atrophy Twitching, also known as fasciculation Paralysis Sensory nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Pain Sensitivity Numbness Tingling or prickling Burning Problems with positional awareness In some instances, people with nerve damage will have symptoms that indicate damage to two, or even three, different types of nerves. |
bed1f2d743ddda7c2e965a34fd29ecb8 | Can nutritional deficiencies cause nerve damage? | Deficiencies of certain nutrients, including vitamins B6 and B12, may produce symptoms of nerve pain and nerve damage, including weakness or burning sensations. Nutritional deficiencies that cause nerve damage may also result from excessive alcohol ingestion or develop after gastric surgery. |
172352e880c0f0704bca3e0687f8df6a | What medications exist for nerve damage or pain? | This may mean: Regulating blood sugar levels for people with diabetes Correcting nutritional deficiencies Changing medications when drugs are causing nerve damage Physical therapy or surgery to address compression or trauma to nerves Medications to treat autoimmune conditions Additionally, your doctor may prescribe medications aimed at minimizing the nerve pain you are feeling. These may include: Pain relievers Tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline and desipramine ( Norpramin), as well as other antidepressants, including duloxetine ( Cymbalta) and venlafaxine ( Effexor XR) Certain anti-seizure drugs Capsaicin cream Complementary and alternative approaches may also help alleviate your nerve pain and discomfort. |
cfc5be86e1a89d5e45baf6c26de8224f | Can infectious diseases cause nerve damage? | Certain infectious diseases have the ability to affect the nerves in your body. These conditions include Lyme disease, the herpes viruses, HIV, and hepatitis C. In many instances, nerve damage cannot be cured entirely. |
b4bb34bfbf1eb411b974d5771ebe8c0b | Can diabetes cause nerve damage? | Up to 70% of people with diabetes suffer from nerve damage, which becomes more likely as the disease progresses. Diabetic neuropathy is a serious complication and may affect all three types of neurons. |
c338c8ae7e95f5400f3435222d74d35a | How does cancer cause nerve damage? | Cancer can cause nerve pain and nerve damage in multiple ways. In some instances, cancerous masses may push against or crush nerves. In other cases, certain types of cancer may result in nutritional deficiencies that affect nerve function. Additionally, some types of chemotherapy and radiation may produce nerve pain and nerve damage in certain individuals. |
fe1c3e5e19a360765538090e9a2b218a | Can nerve damage be cured? | These conditions include Lyme disease, the herpes viruses, HIV, and hepatitis C. In many instances, nerve damage cannot be cured entirely. But there are various treatments that can reduce your symptoms. Because nerve damage is often progressive, it is important to consult with a doctor when you first notice symptoms. |
e000e9203802b1b62c3c645e3e9ffbac | What are the symptoms of autonomic nerve damage? | Autonomic nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Inability to sense chest pain, such as angina or heart attack Too much sweating (known as hyperhidrosis) or too little sweating (known as anhidrosis) Lightheadedness Dry eyes and mouth Constipation Bladder dysfunction Sexual dysfunction Damage to motor nerves may produce the following symptoms: Weakness Muscle atrophy Twitching, also known as fasciculation Paralysis Sensory nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Pain Sensitivity Numbness Tingling or prickling Burning Problems with positional awareness In some instances, people with nerve damage will have symptoms that indicate damage to two, or even three, different types of nerves. |
4565e5728a2d694da1b41f78c354b217 | What determines the symptoms of nerve damage? | With nerve damage there can be a wide array of symptoms. Which ones you may have depends on the location and type of nerves that are affected. |
7adef8070ac786cbe530e0ee1f1bca4e | Can you damage multiple types of nerves? | Autonomic nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Inability to sense chest pain, such as angina or heart attack Too much sweating (known as hyperhidrosis) or too little sweating (known as anhidrosis) Lightheadedness Dry eyes and mouth Constipation Bladder dysfunction Sexual dysfunction Damage to motor nerves may produce the following symptoms: Weakness Muscle atrophy Twitching, also known as fasciculation Paralysis Sensory nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Pain Sensitivity Numbness Tingling or prickling Burning Problems with positional awareness In some instances, people with nerve damage will have symptoms that indicate damage to two, or even three, different types of nerves. For instance, you might experience weakness and burning of your legs at the same time. |
2b30499780990375c67d8679afba8cb4 | What complementary and alternative approaches can ease nerve pain? | These may include: Pain relievers Tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline and desipramine ( Norpramin), as well as other antidepressants, including duloxetine ( Cymbalta) and venlafaxine ( Effexor XR) Certain anti-seizure drugs Capsaicin cream Complementary and alternative approaches may also help alleviate your nerve pain and discomfort. These include: Acupuncture Biofeedback Hypnosis Meditation Antioxidant vitamins Electrical nerve stimulation such as TENS |
3c6794a2c48499e91ed7a60e886bc027 | How do you know if your nerve damage is caused by nutritional deficiencies? | Deficiencies of certain nutrients, including vitamins B6 and B12, may produce symptoms of nerve pain and nerve damage, including weakness or burning sensations. Nutritional deficiencies that cause nerve damage may also result from excessive alcohol ingestion or develop after gastric surgery. |
711f91d5c344cdf94258354bbb42cbc7 | Can drugs and toxic substances cause nerve damage? | Various substances that are taken into the body intentionally or unintentionally have the ability to cause nerve pain and nerve damage. These include medications, such as some chemotherapies for cancer and certain drugs used to treat HIV. Toxic substances that may be ingested accidentally, including lead, arsenic, and mercury, may also cause damage to your nerves. |
db2357233c8f2998540438ffc02fe463 | How is nerve damage or pain first treated? | Often, the first goal of treatment is to address the underlying condition that's causing your nerve pain or nerve damage. This may mean: Regulating blood sugar levels for people with diabetes Correcting nutritional deficiencies Changing medications when drugs are causing nerve damage Physical therapy or surgery to address compression or trauma to nerves Medications to treat autoimmune conditions Additionally, your doctor may prescribe medications aimed at minimizing the nerve pain you are feeling. |
c1851336a492f0e38fb95eb2652ca3d2 | What are the types of nerves that make up the nervous system? | Your nervous system is involved in everything your body does, from regulating your breathing to controlling your muscles and sensing heat and cold. There are three types of nerves in the body: Autonomic nerves. |
a9c32d10f2212b622e4e55a469586b88 | Can motor neuron diseases cause nerve damage? | The motor neurons are nerves in your brain and spinal column that communicate with the muscles throughout your body. Diseases that affect these nerves, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also called ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease, can result in progressively worsening nerve damage. |
f511cd50a3cf3d44c08c6f4d391d08fb | What are symptoms of autonomic nerve damage? | Autonomic nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Inability to sense chest pain, such as angina or heart attack Too much sweating (known as hyperhidrosis) or too little sweating (known as anhidrosis) Lightheadedness Dry eyes and mouth Constipation Bladder dysfunction Sexual dysfunction Damage to motor nerves may produce the following symptoms: Weakness Muscle atrophy Twitching, also known as fasciculation Paralysis Sensory nerve damage may produce the following symptoms: Pain Sensitivity Numbness Tingling or prickling Burning Problems with positional awareness In some instances, people with nerve damage will have symptoms that indicate damage to two, or even three, different types of nerves. |
ccb8e063bccb3a0310d73a57af7217de | How do you know if your nerve damage is caused by compression or trauma? | In some instances, cancerous masses may push against or crush nerves. Compression/trauma. |
64884afe4e34eb1b5566cbce513c8ff3 | Do you need to get chemotherapy through an IV? | Where you get treatment, what type of chemotherapy you have, and how often you get it depend on a number of things, including: The type of cancer you have and how advanced it is Whether you had chemo before Other health problems, like diabetes or heart disease Your goals and preferences You may not need to get chemotherapy through an IV. Your doctor may suggest you use one of these methods: Shots in your arm, thigh, hip, leg, or belly Through an infusion port, a device put underneath your skin that connects to a vein A cream or gel that you rub on your skin Pills, capsules, or liquids that you swallow Chemotherapy works by killing cancer cells, so you might assume that the goal is always to eliminate a tumor. |
001fab8f00501ca791367c8f98fdfacd | Do you need to stop working during chemotherapy? | But doctors sometimes use chemo for other reasons, such as to: Kill hidden cancer cells in your body after you already had surgery to remove a tumor Shrink a tumor before you get other treatments, like surgery or radiation therapy Help relieve some cancer symptoms, even if a cure isn't likely Chemo isn't always as overwhelming as you might expect. Some people can work during treatment. Since you won't know how you'll feel until you start, it's best to have a flexible schedule. Working part-time or from home on days that you don't feel well can help you stay on top of your job without getting too exhausted. |
b5fad7e006332812e399680d649e9a09 | What changes to your diet can help you manage the side effects of chemotherapy? | Some long-lasting and late-developing effects of chemo can include: Lung, heart, and kidney problems Infertility Nerve damage, called peripheral neuropathy A higher chance of getting a second cancer Eat the right foods -- and the right amount -- and it will help you stay energized during chemo. It will also make you feel less nauseated. Try these diet tips: Eat plenty of protein and calories when you can. Your appetite may be highest in the morning, so that can be a good time to get in a bigger meal. If solid foods aren't appealing, try liquid meal replacements for extra calories or juice, soup, or milk. Try soft, cool, or frozen foods like yogurt, milkshakes, and ice pops. Eat five or six small meals a day instead of three larger ones. This can help keep you from feeling too full. |
0b8c24583718a15c480c662b15716c35 | What diet tips can help you stay energized during chemotherapy? | Try these diet tips: Eat plenty of protein and calories when you can. Your appetite may be highest in the morning, so that can be a good time to get in a bigger meal. If solid foods aren't appealing, try liquid meal replacements for extra calories or juice, soup, or milk. Try soft, cool, or frozen foods like yogurt, milkshakes, and ice pops. Eat five or six small meals a day instead of three larger ones. This can help keep you from feeling too full. |
9b46f5c23804253f6b80e1d79281c485 | How do you get chemotherapy? | Where you get treatment, what type of chemotherapy you have, and how often you get it depend on a number of things, including: The type of cancer you have and how advanced it is Whether you had chemo before Other health problems, like diabetes or heart disease Your goals and preferences You may not need to get chemotherapy through an IV. Your doctor may suggest you use one of these methods: Shots in your arm, thigh, hip, leg, or belly Through an infusion port, a device put underneath your skin that connects to a vein A cream or gel that you rub on your skin Pills, capsules, or liquids that you swallow Chemotherapy works by killing cancer cells, so you might assume that the goal is always to eliminate a tumor. |
9ed51279bb39fb2781a24952dfccc330 | What are some of the long-term effects of chemotherapy? | Some long-lasting and late-developing effects of chemo can include: Lung, heart, and kidney problems Infertility Nerve damage, called peripheral neuropathy A higher chance of getting a second cancer Eat the right foods -- and the right amount -- and it will help you stay energized during chemo. |
0ab146d6ff29da5622e540383b022507 | How can you prevent infections during chemotherapy? | To deal with this problem, you should: Check that you've had all the vaccines you need, including the flu shot, before chemo. Visit the dentist to make sure you don't have any bacteria in your mouth that could cause an infection during treatment. Wash your hands often while you're on chemotherapy, and ask your friends and family who are around you to do the same. Stay away from people and pets who are sick. Even a mild cold can become more severe during chemo. |
290a117b381186ff2fffd210c704e91e | What can interfere with chemotherapy? | Your appetite may be highest in the morning, so that can be a good time to get in a bigger meal. But taking high doses of some, including vitamins A, C, and E, can backfire during chemo. Some studies show they interfere with the way some drugs work. Talk to your doctor about which vitamins -- and any other over-the-counter drugs and supplements you usually take -- are OK to use during treatment. |
f922add972ee111615e9b887eef5690e | Do you need to stay overnight in the hospital if you have chemotherapy? | And the side effects aren't the same for everyone. Where you get treatment, what type of chemotherapy you have, and how often you get it depend on a number of things, including: The type of cancer you have and how advanced it is Whether you had chemo before Other health problems, like diabetes or heart disease Your goals and preferences You may not need to get chemotherapy through an IV. |
b2f9f347929e79503fddbc5fc343f1fc | How can chemotherapy affect you? | The truth is there are lots of ways to get chemo, including pills and even skin creams. And the side effects aren't the same for everyone. Some people get few side effects, or even none at all. Which ones you get depend partly on what drugs you take, but it's hard to predict until you start treatment. Talk to your doctor about what to expect. |
b5badd03366b8f5061b8e44564941b73 | What are side effects of chemotherapy? | The truth is there are lots of ways to get chemo, including pills and even skin creams. And the side effects aren't the same for everyone. Some people get few side effects, or even none at all. Which ones you get depend partly on what drugs you take, but it's hard to predict until you start treatment. Talk to your doctor about what to expect. |
7fdfb2abe39833e14ee0f0a2f7663504 | What causes dust allergies? | It sounds nasty, but it's true: One piece of dust can contain pet dander, pieces of dead cockroaches, and mold spores, along with dead skin and dust mites. |
3ae1b5aa734169890e66546b30a6e5de | How can you keep the air clean and dry to prevent dust allergies? | Keep Air Clean and Dry Use an air conditioner or dehumidifier to lower humidity. Put a HEPA filter with a MERV rating of 11-13 in your heating and air-conditioning unit. You can find the rating listed on the packaging. Change the filter every 3 months. Keep humidity in your home between 40% and 50%. Use a hygrometer to measure it. You can get one at hardware and building supply stores. |
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