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c51963b0e04b291b1f3a95d943c7f3af | What is one way people can protect their feet? | Always protect your feet with shoes, hard-soled slippers, or similar footwear. Wear shoes/boots that will protect your feet from weather conditions like cold and moisture. Go to your doctor or podiatrist to treat these conditions. |
339b4c4943cb0db9a61aff67cb52ed61 | What kind of socks and shoes should I wear if I have diabetes? | Always protect your feet with shoes, hard-soled slippers, or similar footwear. Don't wear shoes with high heels and pointed toes. Avoid shoes that leave your toes or heels unprotected, like open-toed shoes or sandals. Change your socks daily. Wear natural-fibers: cotton, wool, or a cotton-wool blend. Avoid tight socks. Don't wear new shoes for more than an hour at a time. Look and feel inside your shoes before putting them on to make sure there's nothing irritating in them or rough areas. Wear special shoes if your doctor recommends them. |
64672f3e9fdb546628a731e4ecd14d24 | What does the pain from your SI joint feel like? | It could be a dull or sharp. It starts at your SI joint, but it can move to your buttocks, thighs, groin, or upper back. Sometimes standing up triggers the pain, and a lot of times you feel it only on one side of your lower back. You may notice that it bothers you more in the morning and gets better during the day. It's more common than you might think. About 15%-30% of people who hurt like this have a problem with the SI joint. |
ad418eeb99a62a39dad98606aca9925d | What causes SI joint pain? | The pain starts when your SI joint gets inflamed. There are several reasons it could happen. You could hurt it when you play sports or if you fall down. You might also get this problem from an activity that gives the area a regular pounding, like jogging. Do you take uneven strides when you walk because one of your legs is longer than the other? That could be a cause of SI joint pain. Sometimes you start hurting when the ligaments that hold your SI joint together are damaged, which may make the joint move abnormally. Arthritis can lead to the problem. A type that affects your spine, called ankylosing spondylitis, can damage the SI joint. You'll also hurt when the cartilage over the SI joint slowly wears away as you age. SI joint pain may also start if you're pregnant. Your body releases hormones that cause your joints to loosen up and move more, which leads to changes in the way the joints move. |
b7ba8aa6faf3f66a4ff047812ba010a0 | How can chiropractic treatment help with SI joint pain? | Adjustments by a chiropractor can help relieve pain. He'll use techniques that move your muscles and joints. |
fb8940b967fdc275cee91e47c524451e | What is the SI joint? | There are two of them in your lower back, and they sit on each side of your spine. Their main job is to carry the weight of your upper body when you stand or walk and shift that load to your legs. |
ae6b317c22ecec26b364d1fcf357237c | How can physical therapy help with SI joint pain? | Exercises can improve strength and make you more flexible. You'll learn to correct any habits you might have picked up when you were trying to avoid pain, like walking with a limp or leaning to one side. Your therapist may try ultrasound, heat and cold treatments, massage, and stretching. |
8411fceadcaaf5f669f8d2d456f86009 | How can I get relief from SI joint pain? | You'll also hurt when the cartilage over the SI joint slowly wears away as you age. Your doctor will tell you to lay off any sports that inflame your joint. He may also prescribe some pain drugs. Nerve treatment. |
c2cb4f398365929d81576f3beaaa1221 | How can nerve treatment help with SI joint pain? | He may also prescribe some pain drugs. If that doesn't help, your doctor may numb the nerves around your SI joint to give you relief. |
f8eb340f92dd2633b64e8ba90440acd1 | How can injections help with SI joint pain? | Your doctor might also inject a solution of natural ingredients, such as saline, and numbing drugs into your joint. You may hear him call this "prolotherapy." It's thought to help tighten loose ligaments, if that's the cause of your SI joint problem. These treatments usually reduce the inflammation and pain in your joint. |
a954eae9de971d87caad5be3541454c5 | What are the benefits of rehab for back pain? | If your back hurts, physical therapy can be your ticket to relief. It eases pain and helps you move better. If you get rehab when your back problems first show up, you might be able to avoid surgery. And if you do need an operation, physical therapy can help you recover. |
9ffe123e8dab57cdb54a4a4033c4a65f | How can I sit to help me ease my back pain? | Sit up straight. It feels better and puts the least amount of stress on your back. And when sitting, arch your back five to 10 times if you feel stiff. |
e358a802f22d64de13ae766f1f9db07b | How can physical therapy ease my back pain and make me more flexible? | It will help you with walking, climbing stairs, or even getting in and out of bed. Whatever your needs, your physical therapist can come up with a treatment plan to suit you. But the first thing he'll try to do is ease your back pain and boost your flexibility. Slow, measured movements are used to twist, pull, or push bones and joints into position. Your therapist puts pressure on your body with his hands or a device. |
7002fa44f7ab99d31fd29603d006fbac | What should you know about your preschooler's emotional development? | She has distinct likes and dislikes, and her personality is developing more every day. She is getting better at using words to express how she's feeling, which means fewer tantrums. Her mood may still change drastically from one moment to the next, but she is more likely to talk about being angry or sad rather than having a meltdown. At an age when your child has very little control over her own life, her fantasy world is her own creation. |
0ceec8ec5f2d34669e387e422a53ba66 | When do preschoolers start to want independence? | As your child gets older, she'll begin to see a connection between emotional outbursts and negative consequences. It may sound like a contradiction, but the best way to nurture your preschooler's independence and self-confidence is to keep her life fairly structured. Give her choices, but don't give her endless choices. Let her choose between two outfits to wear, or ask her if she wants a turkey sandwich or macaroni and cheese for lunch. When she asks to do something you know isn't a good idea, hold firm. Being allowed choices within a structured framework will help to boost her self-confidence while at the same time letting her know she's safe and secure. |
168a514275ad80f91a459e2ce5117943 | Does depression change how you feel pain? | Some of these networks also process information for sensing physical pain. So many experts think that depression can make you feel pain differently than other people. Any kind of chronic painmay get worse. |
d1370dde98dab656027e608d48c80a44 | How do you treat physical symptoms of depression? | Tell your doctor about any physical symptoms: Don't assume they'll go away on their own. Sometimes, treating your depression -- with therapy or medicine or both -- will clear up your physical symptoms. Medicines for depression "tweak" the chemicals your nerve cell networks use communicate, making them work more efficiently. Some antidepressants, such as duloxetine ( Cymbalta), venlafaxine ( Effexor), and older tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline ( Elavil) or desipramine ( Norpramin), may help with chronic pain, too. But you may also need something else. For example, your doctor may suggest an anti-anxiety or sleep aid medicine for insomnia so you can relax and sleep better. |
ddf500b27b3a4591eb1f9278aceebd1a | Can depression cause physical symptoms? | Depression can cause real changes in your body. For instance, it can slow down your digestion, which can result in stomach problems. Because these symptoms happen with many conditions, people with depression may never get help for them. They don't realize that their physical problems might be caused by their mental illness. A lot of doctors miss them, too. |
a9a4a337793a65c80f27f458a2ee6623 | What are physical symptoms of depression? | Depression can cause real changes in your body. |
23d96c5a504658f91e6f9a10151e3775 | What are the treatments for corns and calluses? | Most corns and calluses gradually disappear when the friction or pressure stops, although your doctor may shave the top of a callus to reduce the thickness. Properly positioned moleskin pads can help relieve pressure on a corn. Most foot doctors discourage the use of over-the-counter salicylic-acid corn remedies. When applied improperly, these corn "plasters" can create a chemical skin burn in healthy tissue around the corn and cause infections and ulcers (which is a hole through the skin) in patients with diabetes, poor circulation, or numbness in their feet. Oral antibiotics generally clear up infected corns, but pus may have to be drained through a small incision. |
4603a26b6b1110d46a673e206daa3f5d | Is surgery a good method to remove a corn or callus? | You can consider surgery to remove a plantar callus, but there are no guarantees that the callus won't come back. A conservative approach is best initially. Keep the feet dry and friction-free. Wear properly fitted shoes and cotton socks, not wool or synthetic fibers that might irritate the skin. If a podiatrist or orthopedist thinks your corn or callus is caused by abnormal foot structure, walking motion, or hip rotation, orthopedic shoe inserts or surgery to correct foot deformities may help correct the problem. |
7aeb4fbdaeb7415985deea8479822ca2 | What problems are cuased by sleep apnea? | Sleep apnea creates several problems, including: Interruptions of breathing (lasting from a few seconds to minutes) during sleep caused by partial or total obstruction or blockage of the airway Frequent waking from sleep, even though you may not realize it Light sleeping. Waking up so many times a night interferes with the normal pattern of sleep, causing more time to be spent in light sleep than in more restorative, deeper sleep. Strain on the heart. Prolonged suffering from obstructive sleep apnea often results in higher blood pressure and may cause enlargement of the heart, with higher risks of heart attack and stroke. Poor night's sleep. This leads to drowsiness during the day and can interfere with your quality of life and increase risk for car accidents. |
f82e18150e5ae76f0735ff6dbb6ea1da | What does a secretin stimulation test tell you about your pancreas? | Secretin stimulates the pancreas to release a fluid that neutralizes stomach acid and aids in digestion. The secretin stimulation test measures the ability of the pancreas to respond to secretin. This test may be performed to determine the activity of the pancreas in people with diseases that affect the pancreas (for example, cystic fibrosis or pancreatic cancer). |
9af8aa4fe5de15d43c2300186ff17d75 | What can a blood test tell you about your pancreas? | A number of tests are used to diagnose pancreas problems, including the following: Blood tests can check for signs of related conditions, including infection, anemia (low blood count), and dehydration. A tumor marker called CA 19-9 may be checked if pancreatic cancer is suspected. |
571ac6738846895340266903fdefb283 | Why would you get an endoscopic ultrasound if you have pancreas problems? | Endoscopic ultrasound may reveal gallstones and can be helpful in diagnosing severe pancreatitis when an invasive test such as ERCP might make the condition worse. A biopsy or sampling of the pancreas may also be possible with this type of ultrasound. |
301ffe6b79c375c150d30d2403898e83 | How can marijuana cause mouth problems? | Marijuana Smoke from pot is a carcinogen and can cause mouth cancer. In addition, if you smoke pot often, you can develop something called cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, which leads to nausea and vomiting. The acids from your stomach that end up in your mouth can wear away enamel and lead to tooth decay. |
cdf4dc00ea62cd88fb84213cfcc03e38 | How can methamphetamine (meth) cause mouth problems? | Many people who use drugs also smoke. People use the term "meth mouth" to describe this condition of stained, badly damaged teeth. One reason for the damage is that the drug is acidic and causes vomiting and reflux. And even though it makes you less hungry, it makes you crave soda and sweets. The damage can happen in a short amount of time and often leads to the loss of teeth. |
f299b1cf9faa55c5faa4268aa3905062 | What should I do to prepare for a lung function test for asthma? | Other things to do on the day of a lung function test: Don't smoke Don't have coffee, tea, cola, or chocolate Avoid exercise and cold air Be prepared to adjust your asthma drugs. |
468c80cba6986b56601c0c04f72d2a55 | What are the most common pulmonary function tests for asthma? | The most common include: Spirometry: This simple breathing test measures how much air you can breathe in and how quickly you can blow it back out. During this test, you inhale more methacholine mist before and after spirometry. If your lung function drops by at least 20%, you have asthma. |
882f2618560a22b49f750d7a342d8a80 | Can cutting back on sugar help fatigue during cancer treatment? | Sugary foods spike your energy, but it wears off quickly. In the end, you're left even more worn out. To keep blood sugar levels stable, try snacking on a mix of protein, fat, and fiber like a piece of fruit with cottage cheese or a handful of walnuts. |
f3f3af6f7a134e58d2e69737e9738cbe | Can being outside help with fatigue during cancer treatment? | A good night's sleep can help you feel more rested. |
56bf0b98e501f6a6633bfa6f83534112 | Who can I go to for help with fatigue during cancer treatment? | Friends and loved ones will want to help you through treatment but may not know what to do. Don't be afraid to make specific requests for cooking meals, running errands, or watching your kids so you can rest. Or ask a friend to organize help for you. |
aa6096ba181b74e28cbfb95e3a12ab3a | How can hydration help fatigue during cancer treatment? | Dehydration can make you tired and confused. Keep a bottle of water close and sip often. If you don't like the taste of plain water, try adding sliced lemon, orange, or lime. Soups, gelatin, ice pops, and the water in fruits and vegetables all count, too. |
6786f995b4d14fa49430ffd96804e094 | How can drinking enough fluids help with fatigue from chemotherapy? | Dehydration can make you tired and confused. Keep a bottle of water close and sip often. If you don't like the taste of plain water, try adding sliced lemon, orange, or lime. Soups, gelatin, ice pops, and the water in fruits and vegetables all count, too. |
7b2c9b85110c8c823dd0cd44d8a2bdfb | How can I get better sleep during cancer treatment? | A good night's sleep can help you feel more rested. To help make that happen, don't get into your bed to read or work on your laptop. Turn off music and all screens during bedtime, and limit daytime naps to an hour or less. Right before bed is also a good time for activities that relax you, like meditation or journaling. |
c8a7b2e426aacd5a239dd5eb5821175e | What iron-rich foods can help fatigue during cancer treatment? | An iron shortage can lead to anemia, which makes you really tired. Include iron-rich foods like spinach, lentils, beans, fortified cereals, and red meat in your diet. Also focus on foods high in vitamin C, like strawberries and citrus fruit, which help your body absorb iron. But don't take a supplement without first checking with your doctor. She can also test you for anemia and suggest a good way to treat it. |
35571a54289484dee75a04051201766c | How can snacking throughout the day help with fatigue chemotherapy? | You need calories to keep up your strength. If your appetite is off, try eating 5 to 6 small meals throughout the day instead of three big ones. |
cbffbd23ca25de5b03dc77faf0571bad | Where can I go to talk about fatigue during cancer treatment? | Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness can add to fatigue as well. A therapist can help you let out some of those feelings. You can also join a support group so you can hear how other people in treatment are handling their exhaustion. |
ba520c0c0129695bf7fec466e34c62b1 | Can snacking during the day help fatigue during cancer treatment? | You need calories to keep up your strength. If your appetite is off, try eating 5 to 6 small meals throughout the day instead of three big ones. |
437882e89a27a792f41082566f5c92dc | Can exercise help fatigue during cancer treatment? | You might not feel like moving a muscle, but exercise can actually boost your energy. ( Make sure you get your doctor's OK first.) Try walking, or another moderate activity you enjoy, as often as you can, even if it's only for 15 minutes. |
6dfa762040c2a03e4d799c89fa6a79e6 | How can sleeping well help with fatigue from chemotherapy? | A good night's sleep can help you feel more rested. To help make that happen, don't get into your bed to read or work on your laptop. Turn off music and all screens during bedtime, and limit daytime naps to an hour or less. Right before bed is also a good time for activities that relax you, like meditation or journaling. |
52fa291712a9ef7336c2c2fa6258385e | How can asking for help aid fatigue from chemotherapy? | Friends and loved ones will want to help you through treatment but may not know what to do. Don't be afraid to make specific requests for cooking meals, running errands, or watching your kids so you can rest. |
6140677370acd8eb747463865aa236fa | How can you ease your mind to help with fatigue from chemotherapy? | Also focus on foods high in vitamin C, like strawberries and citrus fruit, which help your body absorb iron. |
64cdd1d5ac3ed25a2a70e12a87b2a1db | How can eating iron-rich foods help with fatigue from chemotherapy? | Your body needs iron to make red blood cells, which carry oxygen through your body and give you energy. An iron shortage can lead to anemia, which makes you really tired. Include iron-rich foods like spinach, lentils, beans, fortified cereals, and red meat in your diet. Also focus on foods high in vitamin C, like strawberries and citrus fruit, which help your body absorb iron. But don't take a supplement without first checking with your doctor. She can also test you for anemia and suggest a good way to treat it. |
7922edcf98edbd06fd705fd78f7f4213 | How can exercise help with fatigue from chemotherapy? | Get moving. You might not feel like moving a muscle, but exercise can actually boost your energy. ( Make sure you get your doctor's OK first.) Try walking, or another moderate activity you enjoy, as often as you can, even if it's only for 15 minutes. |
84ce868c838ffe2829a142df18853a9a | Is it common to feel fatigued during cancer treatment? | It's important to bring this up with your doctor, but there are also a few steps you can take to keep your fatigue in check. Talk it out. |
f3140e2512770280f1b8314ce7323f89 | Can my doctor help with fatigue during cancer treatment? | Talk it out. Keep track of what times of day you feel most tired. Does it get worse after treatment? What makes it better? When you share this with your doctor, she may suggest that you try different medication or look for other causes of your fatigue. |
e114d977d6316a2bc6816a24ae14b7c1 | How long does vision loss in multiple sclerosis last? | They include: Blurred vision Graying of vision Blindness in one eye for a short time, especially during an MS flare Pain with eye movement) It's rare to get this condition in both eyes at once. Vision loss tends to get worse for a few days before it gets better. The inflammation could last anywhere from 4 to 12 weeks. |
bda09bd5e41576908bd48fecf8de5837 | How can double vision happen in multiple sclerosis? | Double Vision This happens when the muscles that control an eye movement are not coordinated because one or more of them not working properly. In MS, the problem occurs in the part of the brain that controls the nerves that go to these muscles. It may be worse when you're tired or you strain your eyes, so try to rest them throughout the day. |
388fcaa20a2523364caabaec307a87d5 | How does vision loss happen in people with multiple sclerosis? | Vision Loss This happens when the optic nerve which connects the eye to the brain gets inflamed. It is called optic neuritis. About half of people with MS will have the condition at least once. It's often the first sign that someone has the disease. But other conditions can cause optic neuritis so it doesn't always mean that a person has or will get MS. |
82705891680e3a19c3a4f84d344604f6 | Does multiple sclerosis cause uncontrolled eye movements? | Uncontrolled Eye Movements People with MS may develop, small, rapid and repetitive eye movements. They may lose control of how they move their eyes up and down or side to side (sometimes described as a quiver). The problem is called nystagmus. It may be mild or it may be severe enough to keep someone from seeing well. Some meds and special eyeglass prisms may ease the condition and improve vision. |
25b086f6742186f73faed4c590548c69 | Is it common to get optic neuritis in both eyes? | They include: Blurred vision Graying of vision Blindness in one eye for a short time, especially during an MS flare Pain with eye movement) It's rare to get this condition in both eyes at once. Vision loss tends to get worse for a few days before it gets better. The inflammation could last anywhere from 4 to 12 weeks. |
359c3f3f8f02c90c7fc3f7db852fb83e | Does multiple sclerosis cause double vision? | Double Vision This happens when the muscles that control an eye movement are not coordinated because one or more of them not working properly. In MS, the problem occurs in the part of the brain that controls the nerves that go to these muscles. It may be worse when you're tired or you strain your eyes, so try to rest them throughout the day. |
3d9b6df4cf8a5b10bf68ffbae8b316fb | Does vision loss occur as a result of multiple sclerosis? | Vision Loss This happens when the optic nerve which connects the eye to the brain gets inflamed. It is called optic neuritis. About half of people with MS will have the condition at least once. It's often the first sign that someone has the disease. |
e7b35696aff940bc5b3fd8dc5bbd6412 | How common are vision problems in people with multiple sclerosis? | Vision problems are pretty common for people with MS. The symptoms usually come and go on their own, but you can talk to your doctor about treatments to protect your eyesight and what you should do if you start to have trouble seeing. |
8a0b333de576e307add1676875877ce7 | How can uncontrolled eye movements happen in multiple sclerosis? | Uncontrolled Eye Movements People with MS may develop, small, rapid and repetitive eye movements. They may lose control of how they move their eyes up and down or side to side (sometimes described as a quiver). The problem is called nystagmus. It may be mild or it may be severe enough to keep someone from seeing well. Some meds and special eyeglass prisms may ease the condition and improve vision. |
b97ff9b06caef1da1f66cec5823ba2f5 | How is vision loss in multiple sclerosis treated? | If you start to have any symptoms, let your doctor know. IV steroids are generally used to treat the first episode of optic neuritis, but studies suggest that the use of low dose oral steroids may increase the chance of a recurrence. Although the symptoms can be disturbing, the best treatment may be no treatment at all. |
9e2aaf4dad84cfa3d493c7c29762bf01 | Are vision problems a common symptom of multiple sclerosis? | About half of people with MS will have the condition at least once. If you start to have any symptoms, let your doctor know. |
aa85f41dd9e28d21598c40812d049a13 | What are the symptoms of vision loss in multiple sclerosis? | It is called optic neuritis. They include: Blurred vision Graying of vision Blindness in one eye for a short time, especially during an MS flare Pain with eye movement) It's rare to get this condition in both eyes at once. |
e23e8326e2f901d228ebf3ae8e0a14fa | What is amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)? | But doctors do have treatments and therapies that can slow down or ease symptoms in you or a loved one. It's commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease, after the baseball player whose diagnosis and eventual death brought wide public attention to the illness. This condition kills the nerves that control motion in your body. As the disease worsens, you lose the ability to walk, speak, swallow, and eventually, to breathe. About 1 person in 25,000 will be diagnosed with ALS. |
f462fa08189fdcba39bd4696ce5f645c | How long do hair transplants take? | Depending on the size of the transplant you're getting, the process will take about 4 to 8 hours. You might need another procedure later on if you continue to lose hair or decide you want thicker hair. |
f67b6382149998fa3fe7b53bf0d1b858 | What is a hair transplant? | It's a type of surgery that moves hair you already have to fill an area with thin or no hair. Doctors have been doing these transplants in the U. S. since the 1950s, but techniques have changed a lot in recent years. |
8763d078446c80c5ffddab3db04e4145 | How do I prepare for the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test? | Tell your doctor if you have the following symptoms, which can be signs that something is wrong with your kidneys: â A change in how much you urinate â Pee that is foamy, bloody, discolored, or brown â Pain while you pee â Swelling in your arms, wrists, legs, ankles, around your eyes, face, or abdomen â Restless legs during sleep â Joint or bone pain â Pain in the mid-back where kidneys are located â You're tired all the time Before the blood test, tell your doctor what medications you're taking. If any of them might alter the test result, your doctor may ask you to stop taking them for a period of time. If you're only getting a BUN test, you can eat and drink. |
cacb43f6740ebb57844214b49882f16f | What happens during the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test? | You may feel a slight sting when the needle pricks through your skin. It may feel a little bit sore afterward, but you can go straight back to your everyday activities. Your doctor's office will send the blood sample to a lab to be analyzed. You should get the results in a few days, depending on how fast the lab and your doctor's office can work. |
a697421fc3492fc8df17315a260c05b9 | What do high blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels mean? | Things that affect your BUN level might include: â High-protein diet (may cause high BUN levels) â Low-protein diet (may cause low BUN levels) â Several medications, including steroids and antibiotics (increased or decreased BUN levels) â Pregnancy â Aging High BUN levels can also indicate various problems with your kidneys. Talk to your doctor about what could be causing the problem and plan your next steps. High levels can also indicate the following: â Dehydration â Urinary tract obstruction (blockage from being able to pee) â Congestive heart failure (when your heart doesn't pump blood to your body like it should) â Shock â Burn injuries â Stress â Heart attack â Gastrointestinal bleeding (bleeding in your digestive tracts, such as your stomach, intestines, or esophagus) Low BUN levels are rare. |
4c17cfcf5d4559ca1f1e1a182d90c5f6 | When is a creatinine test used in addition to blood urea nitrogen (BUN) tests? | If you have low BUN levels, it could indicate: â Liver disease â Malnutrition (when your diet doesn't have enough nutrients or your body can't take them in well) â Overhydration (having too much fluid) But a BUN test is not a way to diagnose these issues, so more tests may be needed Your doctor may also order a creatinine test, which is another blood test that also checks your kidney health. This is because the BUN level by itself doesn't always reveal much. When your BUN levels are compared with your creatinine levels, it gives a fuller picture of what's happening with your kidneys. This is known as the BUN/ Creatinine ratio. Creatinine is a waste product from your muscles that is also filtered by your kidneys. Like BUN, high levels of creatinine could mean there is a lot of waste product that hasn't been removed by the kidneys. The ideal ratio of BUN to creatinine falls between 10-to-1 and 20-to-1. Having a ratio above this range could mean you may not be getting enough blood flow to your kidneys, and could have conditions such as congestive heart failure, dehydration, or gastrointestinal bleeding. A ratio below the normal range could mean liver disease or malnutrition. |
ab67a45c7c2ddce74a786585c0089cee | What are signs that something is wrong with my kidneys? | Tell your doctor if you have the following symptoms, which can be signs that something is wrong with your kidneys: â A change in how much you urinate â Pee that is foamy, bloody, discolored, or brown â Pain while you pee â Swelling in your arms, wrists, legs, ankles, around your eyes, face, or abdomen â Restless legs during sleep â Joint or bone pain â Pain in the mid-back where kidneys are located â You're tired all the time Before the blood test, tell your doctor what medications you're taking. |
8566e1269377e05f3442b31b99864314 | What is a blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test? | Your liver breaks down the proteins in your food -- and while it does that, it creates blood urea nitrogen, also known as BUN. Your liver releases the substance into the blood, and it eventually ends up in your kidneys. When your kidneys are healthy, they remove the BUN, usually leaving a small amount of it in the blood. But for the most part, your kidneys get rid of it by flushing it out of your body through urine. When your kidneys are not healthy, they have trouble removing BUN and leave more of it in your blood. The blood urea nitrogen test, which is also called a BUN or serum BUN test, measures how much of the waste product you have in your blood. If your levels are off the normal range, this could mean that either your kidneys or your liver may not be working properly. Your doctor may order a BUN test as part of a routine checkup. |
63e642427c4bf0847c8414a5732ba900 | Why do people get a blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test? | Your doctor may order a blood urea nitrogen test as part of a routine health screening. If your doctor suspects you may be getting kidney problems, she may order the BUN test. But if you're getting other blood tests, your doctor may give you directions that may include fasting before the test. If you have low BUN levels, it could indicate: â Liver disease â Malnutrition (when your diet doesn't have enough nutrients or your body can't take them in well) â Overhydration (having too much fluid) But a BUN test is not a way to diagnose these issues, so more tests may be needed Your doctor may also order a creatinine test, which is another blood test that also checks your kidney health. |
e256b69f583e4a5b112c6a848a7f042b | What can affect blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test results? | Things that affect your BUN level might include: â High-protein diet (may cause high BUN levels) â Low-protein diet (may cause low BUN levels) â Several medications, including steroids and antibiotics (increased or decreased BUN levels) â Pregnancy â Aging High BUN levels can also indicate various problems with your kidneys. This is because the BUN level by itself doesn't always reveal much. |
bb6389d0d3780a1b3ceb4e62a9218b1a | What do low blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels mean? | Things that affect your BUN level might include: â High-protein diet (may cause high BUN levels) â Low-protein diet (may cause low BUN levels) â Several medications, including steroids and antibiotics (increased or decreased BUN levels) â Pregnancy â Aging High BUN levels can also indicate various problems with your kidneys. If you have low BUN levels, it could indicate: â Liver disease â Malnutrition (when your diet doesn't have enough nutrients or your body can't take them in well) â Overhydration (having too much fluid) But a BUN test is not a way to diagnose these issues, so more tests may be needed Your doctor may also order a creatinine test, which is another blood test that also checks your kidney health. |
75d50bccf45175eeae4c781fabc5a6c3 | What are the benefits of omega-3 fish oil? | !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(); }); } Your doctor may have suggested that you eat non-fried salmon or other fatty fish at least twice a week. The reason for this recommendation is that some fish are high in omega-3 fatty acids. These are healthy fats that have been promoted for a variety of heart, brain, and other health benefits. |
6905c63c5844edc6a39a0e6e41bb1970 | When should you talk to your doctor before taking omega-3 fatty acids? | Non-prescription omega-3 fatty acid supplements may cause mild side effects, such as: Fishy burps or taste in the mouth Upset stomach Talk to your doctor before taking omega-3 supplements if you: Are pregnant or breastfeeding Take blood-thinning medicines Have an allergy to fish or shellfish Common side effects of prescription omega-3s vary according to the type of prescription. |
f1e8540c797dbec6af5b8339872fa3cf | What prescription omega-3 fatty acids are available? | These are some of the prescription-strength omega-3 fatty acids that are available: Epanova (omega-3-carboxylic acids). This contains a combination of EPA and DHA. Lovaza (omega-3-acid ethyl esters). This contains a combination of EPA and DHA. Omtryg: (omega-3-acid ethyl esters). This contains a combination of EPA and DHA. |
2392aa6f20caf842862ee8109f67c81d | What are the effects of taking prescription omega-3 fatty acids? | Prescription omega-3 fatty acids or high doses of omega-3 supplements may also affect the blood's ability to clot. People who take blood-thinning medications should be aware of this precaution if they also take omega-3s. Talk to your doctor if you take blood thinning medicines, such as warfarin ( Coumadin) or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs) such as aspirin and ibuprofen ( Advil or Motrin),. Omega-3 fatty acids lower high triglyceride levels, but brands that contain DHA may raise levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol. This could be a problem if you also have high cholesterol, which often goes hand-in-hand with high triglycerides. |
68bfa273b4b9cb03bda12c2cced833b4 | Where can you get DHA omega-3 fatty acids? | This type is found in: Fish Fortified foods, such as some brands of eggs and orange juice Fish oil supplements you can buy without a prescription Prescription fish oil Algae supplements DHA is essential for brain health and function. |
ebef7131e32ec51c8460720d2b0b4bd4 | How effective are non-prescription omega-3s to your health? | When it comes to preventing or treating disease, many studies have not found much benefit in taking low daily doses of omega-3 supplements. Only prescription-strength omega-3 has been found to have health benefits. |
547abfbae0e68be8d9e62b7bb453bd0b | How are prescription omega-3s different from nonprescription? | This type of omega-3 is found primarily in: Fish Fortified foods, such as some brands of eggs and orange juice Fish oil supplements you can buy without a prescription Prescription fish oil EPA helps lessen inflammation in the body. They are also monitored by the FDA for quality and safety. Your doctor will probably only recommended prescription-strength fish oil if your triglycerides are very high (more than 500 mg/d L). Research suggests very high triglyceride levels are linked to an increased risk of heart disease and stroke. However, more research is needed to determine if prescription omega-3s lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. Very high triglycerides are also linked to pancreatitis. |
7f80aa19af95be71d919844db00d7966 | What are early signs of Parkinson's disease? | Parkinson's disease may be something you don't notice suddenly. Early symptoms can be mild. You may feel tired or uneasy. You may notice your hands or other body parts shaking slightly, or find it hard to stand. Your speech might become softer or slurred, or your handwriting looks different or smaller. You may forget a word or a thought and feel depressed or anxious. var s_context; s_context= s_context || {}; s_context['wb.modimp'] = 'vidfloat'; if(webmd.useragent && webmd.useragent.ua.type === 'desktop'){ webmd.ads2.disable Initial Load(); webmd.ads2.disable Ads Init = true; $(function() { webmd.p.pim.increment(); $('.responsive-video-container').insert After('.module-social-share-container'); require(['video2/1/responsive-player/video-loader'], function(video Loader) { video Loader.init({ autoplay: webmd.useragent.ua.type === 'desktop' && ! !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(); }); } Usually, your friends and family may spot the changes before you do. It might be easier for them to notice your tremors, stiff movements, or lack of expression on your face. As your symptoms grow, you might have trouble with everyday activities. But most people with Parkinson's can manage the condition, often with medications. |
e94380fde5f3ec8c00bc03f24e1e5f31 | How can certain medicines trigger tinnitus? | Certain medicines: Prescription and over-the-counter drugs can trigger ringing or make it louder. This includes aspirin, diuretics, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs), quinine-based medication, and certain antibiotics, antidepressants, and cancer drugs. Usually the stronger the dose, the greater your chance of problems. Often if you stop the drug, your symptoms will go away. See your doctor if you think a drug may be to blame. |
62839cfb2208725a9ae6b6075dbae968 | How can excessive earwax trigger tinnitus? | But if it doesn't wash away on its own and too much piles up, it could lead to ringing or hearing loss. Your doctor can remove the buildup gently. |
70764bfa7d7988a86b9ec3772b9cb092 | What other medical problems can trigger tinnitus? | Other medical problems: These include changes in your inner ear bones, an inner ear disorder called Meniere's disease, or head and neck injuries. Conditions like fibromyalgia and Lyme disease also can trigger ear ringing. Your doctor will help you figure out the cause and ease the sounds. |
f190f0465d75f08054532cf805f2ad70 | How can loud noises trigger tinnitus? | Loud noises: Loud noises are a leading cause. It could be something you hear every day for years, or something that only happens once. That includes everything from concerts and sporting events to loud machinery and backfiring engines. They can affect one or both ears, and they may cause hearing loss and pain. The damage can be permanent or temporary. |
4a092dfdae23dda208abb6246b09a8a7 | How can problems with your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) trigger tinnitus? | TMJ: Problems with your jaw or temporomandibular joint ( TMJ) can cause tinnitus. You might notice popping or pain in the joint when you chew or talk. The joint shares some nerves and ligaments with your middle ear. A dentist can treat TMJ disorders and help keep ear ringing from getting worse. |
74b0b25fbed2c7ebfa3ba2e2c593bb0a | How can ear and sinus infections trigger tinnitus? | Ear and sinus infections: You might notice tinnitus when you've had a cold. That could be due to an ear or sinus infection that affects your hearing and increases pressure in your sinuses. If that's the cause, it shouldn't last long. If it doesn't get better after a week or so, see your doctor. |
a6e620c1b00874a7b177437a82abf890 | How can age-related hearing loss trigger tinnitus? | Age-related hearing loss: For many people, hearing gets worse as you age. This usually begins around 60. It usually affects both ears. You'll probably notice a problem with high-frequency sounds. |
c4060c4b544d8460677bc467a143c0c8 | How does thyroid cancer develop and is it treatable? | Thyroid cancer develops when cells change or mutate. The abnormal cells begin multiplying in your thyroid and, once there are enough of them, they form a tumor. If it's caught early, thyroid cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer. |
612c715ae88bc682c3dc99c97a71371e | Why do people get thyroid cancer? | But as it grows, you could notice any of the following problems: Neck, throat pain Lump in your neck Difficulty swallowing Vocal changes, hoarseness Cough There is no clear reason why most people get thyroid cancer. There are certain things, though, that can raise your odds of getting it. |
9971ccfc150a4bc20fd697213ce1780d | How common is papillary thyroid cancer? | If you have thyroid cancer, you probably have this type. It's found in up to 80% of all thyroid cancer cases. It tends to grow slowly, but often spreads to the nymph nodes in your neck. Even so, you have a good chance for a full recovery. |
5336a59366f9f642135227a2668f9af9 | How common is medullary cancer in thyroid cancer? | Medullary cancer is found in about 4% of all thyroid cancer cases. It's more likely to be found at an early stage because it produces a hormone called calcitonin, which doctors keep an eye out for in blood test results. |
a1e16e7ad4b878032eb5aee581854be6 | Can inherited genetic syndromes cause thyroid cancer? | Some conditions, including cancer, come from the DNA you get from your parents. |
9e6db5ccad30893a6ab73027eb59cf88 | Is thyroid cancer treatable? | If it's caught early, thyroid cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer. Even so, you have a good chance for a full recovery. And surgery, when it's needed, can sometimes cure it. |
ce300cf98d5facb05e9ba6af61c654f9 | What causes a hiatal hernia? | Most of the time, the cause is not known. A person may be born with a larger hiatal opening. Increased pressure in the abdomen such as from pregnancy, obesity, coughing, or straining during bowel movements may also play a role. |
c836c49ffe153be50bfac97a21a91869 | What is recovery like after surgery for hiatal hernia? | Many patients are able to walk around the day after hernia surgery. Generally, there are no dietary restrictions and the patient can resume his or her regular activities within a week. Complete recovery will take two to three weeks, and hard labor and heavy lifting should be avoided for at least three months after surgery. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee, even with surgery, that the hernia will not return. |
4e1f6981c7a46ae05e4fd344559b1993 | What is a sliding hiatal hernia? | In a sliding hiatal hernia, the stomach and the section of the esophagus that joins the stomach slide up into the chest through the hiatus. This is the more common type of hernia. |
c8bf5b94d6a7bb77b3bc046156cdcf07 | When should I call the doctor about a hiatal hernia? | If you have been diagnosed with a hiatal hernia and you develop severe pain in the chest or abdomen, become nauseated, are vomiting, or are unable to have a bowel movement or pass gas, you may have a strangulated hernia or an obstruction, which are medical emergencies. Call your doctor immediately. |
0fe6bdb12de7e0869aca371d04264f05 | Who is likeliest to get a hiatal hernia? | Hiatal hernias occur more often in women, people who are overweight, and people older than 50. |
b6660c1130bee069661c82ac622446cc | What are the different types of hiatal hernia? | The esophagus and stomach stay in their normal locations, but part of the stomach squeezes through the hiatus, landing it next to the esophagus. |
901b10af1f872c42631bd3cc8dfa3ce9 | When is hiatal hernia surgery necessary? | If the hiatal hernia is in danger of becoming constricted or strangulated (so that the blood supply is cut off), surgery may be needed to reduce the hernia, meaning put it back where it belongs. Hiatal hernia surgery can often be performed as a laparoscopic, or "minimally invasive," procedure. During this type of surgery, a few small (5 to 10 millimeter) incisions are made in the abdomen. The laparoscope that allows the surgeon to see inside the abdomen and surgical instruments are inserted through these incisions. The surgeon is guided by the laparoscope, which transmits a picture of the internal organs to a monitor. The advantages of laparoscopic surgery include smaller incisions, less risk of infection, less pain and scarring, and a more rapid recovery. |
9da7f36e46ad4ca7f3ca4210bfc5a217 | What are the best kinds of jobs for people recovering slowly or worried about returning to work after an organ transplant? | Most people who get an organ transplant can go back to work. If you've been sick and out of work for some time, returning can be hard. People working in very competitive fields may feel out of the loop after an organ transplant. If you're recovering slowly or worried about returning to work, Punch recommends that you start with a volunteer job. |
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