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d41438ac8dedb8f0c01eecc63acca925 | How can a social worker help you manage human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | This professional isn't a doctor but someone who helps take care of any concerns you may have while you're living with HIV. She can offer support and teach you ways to handle issues. Social workers are sometimes called "patient navigators." |
bb819b2d9d68cd3aa430d66993131012 | What is an interdisciplinary care team for someone with HIV? | Many different medical professionals provide care, comfort, and treatment for people with HIV. They offer services that range from primary health care to information about the disease and about nutrition. This is known as an "interdisciplinary care team." The specific providers you need will depend on your overall health and preferences. For help finding HIV/ AIDS services, visit AIDS.gov. |
447a73fedef7d751f3dee202860f3c4a | How can an infectious disease specialist help you manage human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | This doctor is trained to diagnose and manage infections like HIV. An infectious disease expert also can watch for other infections that are more likely to develop if you have HIV, including hepatitis C, tuberculosis, and certain types of pneumonia. You might choose this specialist as your HIV care team leader, or your primary care doctor may refer you to him. |
ecdc51c9d8c679a84d64bd91e46162e7 | What does a case manager do if you have HIV? | This person helps you find and coordinate many of the needs that often come with a complicated disease. For example, your case manager may help you apply for insurance benefits or get housing, or find mental health or substance abuse services. Your case manager also will follow up to make sure you receive the service you need. You don't have to have a case manager. But research shows that people with HIV who use one are more likely to visit their doctor at least once every 6 months. |
b0108ea380c4150a1908183e250871f7 | How can nutritionist and dietitian help you manage human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | She will prescribe the medicines you need, such as an antiretroviral medication to control the HIV virus to help you stay well for many years. This doctor is trained to diagnose and manage infections like HIV. |
157a5ff13ccd3fa75e27d1d77a85526c | How can a pharmacist help you manage human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | You choose which you want to work with. This professional can answer your questions about drug safety and side effects. Many offer vaccines, including the flu shot, which people with HIV need every year. |
d1ef7baf9bf909f02b355c5ffbf14971 | How can a primary HIV care provider help you manage human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | Your primary provider could be a medical doctor ( MD, DO), a physician assistant ( PA), or a nurse practitioner ( NP). You choose which you want to work with. It's best to find someone you're comfortable with because this person will be your main point of contact for a long time. She will prescribe the medicines you need, such as an antiretroviral medication to control the HIV virus to help you stay well for many years. If your primary HIV care provider is not an expert in infectious diseases, she may refer you to one. Your treatment involves caring for both your body and your mind. |
cc79e9cf4c894c9a10f022ff65c8a4a1 | How can a mental health provider help you manage human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | This is your team leader, the person who plans your treatment and watches your progress. That can be life threatening in people with HIV. She can offer support and teach you ways to handle issues. |
7c0591dfc85bc070137144a4f0c907a2 | How can I motivate a child with ADHD? | You don't have to spoil your child with money, expensive gifts, or food. Prizes can be small. |
5bfe5dd60f8e2112d672424b07d7b471 | Is normal for ADHD to cause my child to not get tasks done? | It's a common complaint: ADHD makes it hard for your child to focus on a task long enough to start it, let alone finish it. Sure, you could pick up that dirty sock on the floor yourself, but your child needs to learn ways to get things done on his own. |
5bab45621953ed98c38cc0b08fc23e1d | How can I remind my child with ADHD about chores or tasks? | Write them down, so your kid can check off the tasks as she finishes each one. Add a picture of the clean room to the checklist so she can see the goal. Use large, colorful sticky notes. Put them where they'll do the most good, in places where your child needs to remember something -- " Brush your teeth" on the bathroom mirror or " Do you have your backpack?" by the door, for examples. Use a calendar for ongoing weekly tasks or projects that will take a while. |
bff662c20df7c56620e34f5f1892eb33 | Does it help to get frustrated with a child with ADHD? | If you get frustrated when your child doesn't follow through, remember that it's not her fault. It's just how her brain works. Having ADHD is hard for her, too. She probably gets called out by teachers, peers, and maybe even you many times a day. Don't dwell on her mistakes. Focus on her strengths and play up her successes. |
db16114ee23f0f69394269a9063300f6 | What kind of rewards won't motivate a child with ADHD? | You can't just tell a child with ADHD to go clean her room. That kind of goal is too abstract and too far off to inspire a kid with ADHD. |
c9b1dd065110f02db939e65e0497332c | How can I help my child complete chores on their own? | That chore is too big for a kid who's easily distracted. Write them down, so your kid can check off the tasks as she finishes each one. Add a picture of the clean room to the checklist so she can see the goal. |
4982643b49fbd4c8d1db5582ddfdd310 | What can trigger Charcot foot? | But other things can cause nerve damage, too, including: Alcohol or drug abuse An infection Spinal cord disease or injury Parkinson's disease HIV Syphilis There's no specific cause for Charcot foot. But some things can trigger it: A sprain or broken bone that doesn't get treatment quickly A sore on your foot that doesn't heal An infection Foot surgery that heals slowly As these problems begin, you may not know that your foot is hurt since nerve damage keeps you from feeling pain. So the injury or sore gets worse as you walk on it. Then the bones in the foot begin to lose the calcium that makes them strong. |
43ff953050b42c0f85561fecd5d2f19b | What causes Charcot foot? | Charcot foot affects people who can't feel anything in their feet and ankles because of nerve damage. That's a common problem for people with diabetes. But other things can cause nerve damage, too, including: Alcohol or drug abuse An infection Spinal cord disease or injury Parkinson's disease HIV Syphilis There's no specific cause for Charcot foot. |
c147fcc1eec6e8d49ff5f6aa7fda4d27 | Are there any adults who shouldn't get the meningococcal vaccine? | Early symptoms of both meningitis and blood infection can be confused with the flu or a cold, but symptoms can rapidly become more severe and may include: Sudden high fever Headache Stiff neck Aches Fatigue Purplish rash on arms and legs Other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and changes in mental state The CDC recommends you get the vaccine if you are an adult and: Are living in a dorm as a first-year college student Work with meningococcal bacteria in a lab Are in the military Are traveling to or living in a country where meningococcal disease is common, such as in certain parts of Africa Have a damaged spleen, or it's been removed Have an immune system disorder called terminal complement deficiency Are taking eculizumab ( Soliris) May have been exposed to meningitis during an outbreak Have HIV You shouldn't get either type of meningococcal vaccine if you: Are moderately or seriously ill; wait until you recover. Have had a serious allergic reaction (called anaphylaxis) to a previous dose Had a severe reaction to any part of the vaccine If you are pregnant or have other concerns, ask your doctor which meningitis vaccine is right for you. |
edc0dcf0bc5003eab24fd8cbd1d33ddb | What is the meningococcal vaccine? | The vaccine can't cause meningococcal disease. |
9b326827dbbc72266ec34845f91b2ebd | How and when should you get the meningococcal vaccine? | In most cases, adults only need one dose. But if you remain at risk, you may need a booster. Some adults may need another type of meningitis vaccine, the serogroup B meningococcal vaccine, if they are exposed to this virus through work or travel or if they have a damaged or missing spleen, or certain immune system disorders. |
8ba351a7c42ef81bb9542a7d0a18fc7b | Who should get the meningococcal vaccine? | Early symptoms of both meningitis and blood infection can be confused with the flu or a cold, but symptoms can rapidly become more severe and may include: Sudden high fever Headache Stiff neck Aches Fatigue Purplish rash on arms and legs Other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and changes in mental state The CDC recommends you get the vaccine if you are an adult and: Are living in a dorm as a first-year college student Work with meningococcal bacteria in a lab Are in the military Are traveling to or living in a country where meningococcal disease is common, such as in certain parts of Africa Have a damaged spleen, or it's been removed Have an immune system disorder called terminal complement deficiency Are taking eculizumab ( Soliris) May have been exposed to meningitis during an outbreak Have HIV You shouldn't get either type of meningococcal vaccine if you: Are moderately or seriously ill; wait until you recover. |
9ff44f9c144300fa7a766c1914fddb57 | Are there any dangers or side effects associated with the meningococcal vaccine? | Signs of this include: Hoarseness, wheezing, trouble breathing, or swallowing Hives, itching, skin warmth, or redness Paleness Stomach cramps, diarrhea, or vomiting Anxiety or headache Weakness, dizziness, lightheadedness, or loss of consciousness If you have any signs of a severe reaction: Call 911 or go to the emergency room immediately. |
1ff529021c6f302a5f7050f1c77e257f | What are symptoms of meningococcal disease? | Early symptoms of both meningitis and blood infection can be confused with the flu or a cold, but symptoms can rapidly become more severe and may include: Sudden high fever Headache Stiff neck Aches Fatigue Purplish rash on arms and legs Other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and changes in mental state The CDC recommends you get the vaccine if you are an adult and: Are living in a dorm as a first-year college student Work with meningococcal bacteria in a lab Are in the military Are traveling to or living in a country where meningococcal disease is common, such as in certain parts of Africa Have a damaged spleen, or it's been removed Have an immune system disorder called terminal complement deficiency Are taking eculizumab ( Soliris) May have been exposed to meningitis during an outbreak Have HIV You shouldn't get either type of meningococcal vaccine if you: Are moderately or seriously ill; wait until you recover. |
711e5ebfdc195e0f0003e83d7e3d5478 | How can diabetes cause polydipsia? | Diabetes: Super high blood sugar will make you pee a lot. The more you pee, the more dehydrated and thirstier you get, and the more you drink. |
94530f5ca73f8338bffbbdc451ad3326 | What is psychogenic polydipsia? | Mental illness: Some people have an uncontrollable urge to drink water, so they drink it all day even though they don't need to. This is called psychogenic polydipsia. Mental illnesses that can cause polydipsia include: Schizophrenia and other personality disorders Mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety Anorexia Brain injuries and damage: This could be from diseases like HIV or other illnesses. |
87df703e5c9b92402065ee9ef1400204 | How can diabetes insipidus cause polydipsia? | Diabetes insipidus: What most people think of when they hear "diabetes" has to do with your pancreas. Diabetes insipidus happens when there's a problem with your kidneys or your pituitary gland, which makes a hormone that helps control how much water your kidneys keep in your body. |
b2bad37680d8dfbe5e31544cf80bb0de | What's the treatment for psychogenic polydipsia? | For psychogenic polydipsia, treatment includes: Limiting the fluids you drink Counseling Medication |
08c4090d8fd229bc72fedd41778ccf19 | What questions can you ask your doctor about acromegaly? | If you find out you have acromegaly, you'll probably have a lot of questions. You may want to start by asking your doctor: What is acromegaly? What is causing my acromegaly? What treatment do you recommend? How will treatment change my symptoms? What will success look like? What are the side effects? How many other people with acromegaly have you treated? Am I likely to get this again? |
67d3711b6e839535ff5e525d2b10f4fd | Which medicines can treat acromegaly? | Your doctor may recommend taking one of these medicines after surgery to help control or cure the disease and bring hormone levels back to normal: Somatostatin analogs (lanreotide or octreotide) Growth hormone receptor antagonists (pegvisomant) Dopamine agonists (cabergoline, bromocriptine) Those drugs either lower the level of growth hormone in your blood or block the effects it has on your body. |
816ca5b9932761b3a14843a4c75e5658 | How does surgery treat acromegaly? | There are three ways to treat acromegaly: Surgery Medicine Radiation Surgery is often the first treatment for people with large tumors affecting vital areas, especially if they are pressing on nerves that harm your vision. The surgeon will remove the tumor from the base of the brain. To get to it, they'll make a small cut in your nose or the inside of your upper lip. In some cases, your doctor may have you take medicine before the surgery to shrink the tumor. |
275f79ab244fde34d4fae9cfcada1284 | What can you do to prevent viral pneumonia? | If your lungs are invaded with bacteria, you might also get some of the same symptoms as bacterial pneumonia, like: A wet, gunky cough that produces green, yellow, or bloody mucus Chills that make you shake Fatigue (feeling very tired) Low appetite Sharp or stabby chest pain, especially when you cough or take a deep breath Sweating a lot Fast breathing and heartbeat Blue lips and fingernails Confusion, especially if you're older You can do these things to help lower your odds of getting viral pneumonia: Get a flu shot every year. Wash your hands regularly, especially after you go to the bathroom and before you eat. Eat right, with plenty of fruits and vegetables. Exercise. Get enough sleep. Don't smoke. Stay away from people who are sick. Your doctor might be able to tell if you have viral pneumonia just by examining you and asking questions about your symptoms and general health. |
9f0b4164b1cdbeb4db20911dbea2a413 | How is viral pneumonia diagnosed? | Your doctor might be able to tell if you have viral pneumonia just by examining you and asking questions about your symptoms and general health. Chances are your doctor will listen to your lungs with a stethoscope. That's because certain sounds can mean fluid is in your lungs. But if your doctor isn't sure, you might have to get a chest X-ray. |
ad7846952f755dc99190c18f814faff3 | What tests are used to diagnose viral pneumonia? | Your doctor might be able to tell if you have viral pneumonia just by examining you and asking questions about your symptoms and general health. These might include: A pulse oximetry (a small gizmo clipped to your finger checks for enough oxygen in your blood) Blood tests Tests of the gunk you cough up (sputum tests) CT scan to look more closely at your lungs A pleural fluid culture (where your doctor takes some fluid from your chest through a needle) Bronchoscopy -- a look into your lungs through a scope Your doctor won't prescribe antibiotics, because they don't kill viruses. |
31d6c7047f7e49b7e33fb3e47cb3476b | Why won't your doctor prescribe antibiotics for viral pneumonia? | Viral pneumonia is an infection of your lungs caused by a virus. These might include: A pulse oximetry (a small gizmo clipped to your finger checks for enough oxygen in your blood) Blood tests Tests of the gunk you cough up (sputum tests) CT scan to look more closely at your lungs A pleural fluid culture (where your doctor takes some fluid from your chest through a needle) Bronchoscopy -- a look into your lungs through a scope Your doctor won't prescribe antibiotics, because they don't kill viruses. Usually, viral pneumonia just has to run its course. In some cases, your doctor might prescribe an antiviral medication. He might also suggest medication for pain and fever. |
7876822846076d166f305e531a21c391 | How soon will you feel better after your treatment for viral pneumonia? | Your doctor might be able to tell if you have viral pneumonia just by examining you and asking questions about your symptoms and general health. Usually, viral pneumonia just has to run its course. This usually takes a few days. But you might not feel completely better for about 1 to 3 weeks. If you're elderly or have other medical conditions, your recovery could take longer. Make sure you keep your follow-up appointments so your doctor can check your lungs. |
e7cbb4e2dc109eac54b47b197cd8d9a2 | What can you expect in your hospital stay for viral pneumonia? | The most common cause is the flu, but you can also get viral pneumonia from the common cold and other viruses. Your doctor might be able to tell if you have viral pneumonia just by examining you and asking questions about your symptoms and general health. But if your case is stubborn or severe, and you do have to go to the hospital, you might get: Oxygen treatment IV fluids and medications Treatments to help loosen up the gunk |
92147500de6e38075dcf104f032902da | What are symptoms on the first day of viral pneumonia? | On the first day it feels like the flu, with symptoms like: Fever Dry cough Headache Sore throat Loss of appetite Muscle pain After a day or so your fever might get worse. Your doctor might be able to tell if you have viral pneumonia just by examining you and asking questions about your symptoms and general health. This usually takes a few days. |
18b028859066334f1d83fe9cc72dd072 | What can you do to feel better while treating viral pneumonia? | Viral pneumonia is an infection of your lungs caused by a virus. Usually, viral pneumonia just has to run its course. Here are some things you can do that will help you feel better: Get lots of rest. Drink plenty of fluids. They'll loosen up the gunk in your lungs so you can cough it out. Use a humidifier or take a warm bath (more gunk-loosening). Don't smoke. Stay home until your fever goes down and you're not coughing anything out. |
ab73f11e433525da8dd3527fb5272be0 | Who is more likely to get viral pneumonia? | You have a higher chance of getting viral pneumonia if you: Are 65 or older Have chronic (ongoing) conditions like asthma, diabetes, or heart disease Are recovering from surgery Don't eat right or get enough vitamins and minerals Have another condition that weakens your body's defenses Smoke Drink too much alcohol Are HIV positive Recently had an organ transplant Have leukemia, lymphoma, or severe kidney disease Viral pneumonia usually moves in steadily over a few days. Your doctor might be able to tell if you have viral pneumonia just by examining you and asking questions about your symptoms and general health. |
64b7bea13fdc363da13f1b3c68b97887 | How is dementia treated? | Dementia treatment is directed toward managing symptoms, and identifying whether or not there may be a reversible cause. Medicines such as acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (e.g., galantamine, donepezil) can sometimes help to slow the progression of cognitive changes, but quite often the effects of medicines are only modest and cannot prevent eventual worsening of the underlying condition. Agitation and other emotional concerns are generally addressed as part of the overall treatment plan. |
a540aa3b3ca57bb08e6250f679b1e41f | What are symptoms of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | Some people get flu-like symptoms within a month after they've been infected, but these symptoms often go away within a month. You could have HIV for many years before feeling ill at all. Before you're diagnosed with HIV, you may get shingles. If you have had HIV for many years, you may get other infections related to advance HIV pr AIDS (see below). Both women and men may get thrush, a kind of yeast infection in your mouth or on your tongue. Women could get severe vaginal yeast infections. |
5aed311bd7fbd5b5188eecc0627ae632 | Who should get tested for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | It's the virus that causes AIDS, acquired immune deficiency syndrome. Clinics that do HIV tests keep your results secret. Some may even do tests anonymously, without ever taking your name. You can also buy test kits at the drugstore and take the test at home. If you're at high risk, because you use needles for drugs or have multiple sex partners, for example, you should get tested at least once a year. If you've been stuck by a needle or been in contact with a lot of blood from a person you aren't sure is negative for HIV, you should get tested, too. |
fe64aaf2762d3c5294c33b8a659dde43 | How can you protect yourself from human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)?+F157 | It's the virus that causes AIDS, acquired immune deficiency syndrome. You can get HIV when an infected person's body fluids -- including blood, semen, fluids from the vagina, or breast milk -- get into your blood. They could get HIV after being poked with needles that have HIV-infected blood or after infected blood gets on an open cut or splashes into their eyes or inside their nose. The only way to know if you have HIV is to take an HIV test. If you're at high risk, because you use needles for drugs or have multiple sex partners, for example, you should get tested at least once a year. If you don't, the virus can change into a strain that is harder to treat. |
52bcd029fdd1c4c761b294318996462c | How can you get human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | It's the virus that causes AIDS, acquired immune deficiency syndrome. You can get HIV when an infected person's body fluids -- including blood, semen, fluids from the vagina, or breast milk -- get into your blood. People commonly get HIV from: Having unprotected sex with an infected person Sharing a needle to take drugs Dirty needles used for a tattoo or in body piercing Mothers with HIV also can give the virus to their babies, before or when they're born or through breastfeeding. |
02c7e55a5a34a17c454478a0529ae350 | What should you do if you have side effects while taking antiretroviral (ARV) in your treatment for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | This is called ART, for antiretroviral therapy, and each medicine is an ARV, or antiretroviral. Although the great majority of persons tolerate ARVs very well, these medicines can cause side effects, including: Nausea, upset stomach Skin rash or yellowing skin Fatigue Strange dreams or insomnia Losing or gaining body fat Lidney or liver problems Brittle bones If you develop these or other symptoms while taking ARVs, you should contact your doctor before stopping the drugs. There may be ways to treat the symptoms rather than having to stop the life-saving ARV drugs. |
155ef94a8c53d86919e1fbecb5e86b73 | How will you know if you have human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | It's the virus that causes AIDS, acquired immune deficiency syndrome. The best way to protect yourself from HIV is to avoid activities that put you at risk. Most look for antibodies that fight the virus or traces of the virus itself in your blood, but you can also check urine or fluid from your mouth (not saliva). A positive test means that there were traces of HIV; a negative test means that no signs of HIV were found. Some kinds of tests can give a result in 20-30 minutes. Most tests can't detect HIV right after infection, because it takes usually takes 2-8 weeks for your body to make antibodies or for enough virus to grow inside you. It may take up to 6 months before you'll see a positive result, which means an early test could be negative even though you're infected. |
913697ac3607778b4573fe56657abdee | How can treatments help you deal with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | The only way to know if you have HIV is to take an HIV test. Today, a variety of treatments can significantly slow down, and sometimes stop altogether, the progress of HIV infection. After you're diagnosed, your doctor will start you on a treatment plan with different types of anti- HIV drugs. This is called ART, for antiretroviral therapy, and each medicine is an ARV, or antiretroviral. |
27f4126de5a28f6ad022cb3f1c3e3c0d | How long is the MRI exam for prostate cancer? | In most cases, the procedure takes 45 to 60 minutes, during which several dozen images may be taken. |
0b4e4ad6a51433b4406b58fc82b6b372 | What is an MRI for prostate cancer? | Instead, MRI uses a large magnet, radio waves, and a computer to produce these images. In prostate cancer patients, MRI may be used to examine the prostate and nearby lymph nodes to distinguish between benign (noncancerous) and malignant (cancerous) areas. Certain MRI exams require an injection of a dye (contrast material). |
9292a8d576bb18f9476455908ec93255 | What are the most common ways that HIV spreads? | You can get HIV from direct contact with: Blood Semen Vaginal fluid Breast milk Most commonly, the virus is passed from person to person by: Sex Sharing needles Mother-to-baby infection during pregnancy People with a new HIV infection often say they feel like they have the flu. |
dd1c302a51578c3f9b690af254447275 | What are early symptoms of HIV infection? | You can get HIV from direct contact with: Blood Semen Vaginal fluid Breast milk Most commonly, the virus is passed from person to person by: Sex Sharing needles Mother-to-baby infection during pregnancy People with a new HIV infection often say they feel like they have the flu. Early symptoms include: Fever Headaches Fatigue Swollen lymph nodes in the neck and groin area If you have such symptoms and you might have been recently exposed to HIV, you should see a doctor to get tested for HIV. |
4a3a165a4ae1ccc31a56edc6d3d33411 | What are the treatments for HIV? | Warning signs that you may have AIDS include: Sudden weight loss Night sweats Fever that keeps coming back Feeling very tired for no reason Diarrhea that lasts for more than a week Sores in your mouth, in your anal area, or on your genitals Pneumonia Blotches on your skin or inside your mouth, nose, or eyelids Memory loss Depression More than 25 drugs are approved to treat HIV. You may hear them called âantiretroviral drugs.â Your doctor will prescribe a combination of these medications as antiretroviral therapy, or ART. The medicines you take will help keep the virus from making copies of itself. That will keep you healthy and also lower your risk of spreading HIV to others. The goal of ART is to lower your viral load. It won't cure your HIV, but with the right medicine, the amount of the virus in your blood may drop below a detectable level and stay that way for a long time. |
92b463cb86ecc4aa6a352525b0e9e8ac | What is the difference between HIV and AIDS? | Not everyone who has HIV will get AIDS, but without treatment with antriretroviral drugs the infection will progress to AIDS. That usually happens in 10-15 years, according to the World Health Organization. When you have HIV, your doctor will watch the amount of the virus in your system. The amount of time it takes for HIV to become AIDS is different for everyone. |
1ca4fc8967e4d29e4bf6e2a292dff65d | What are warnings signs that you may have AIDS? | HIV is a virus. Warning signs that you may have AIDS include: Sudden weight loss Night sweats Fever that keeps coming back Feeling very tired for no reason Diarrhea that lasts for more than a week Sores in your mouth, in your anal area, or on your genitals Pneumonia Blotches on your skin or inside your mouth, nose, or eyelids Memory loss Depression More than 25 drugs are approved to treat HIV. |
68302e95472c94a8d9e091aa8359ba29 | Why are my glands swollen? | !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(); }); } Swollen glands are a sign that your body is fighting off an infection or an illness. Most of the time, they return to normal size when their job is done. These glands are your lymph nodes. You have them throughout your body. But there are clusters of them in places like your neck, under your arm and in the crease between your thigh and your torso (where your leg begins). You can sometimes feel these clusters as little bumps, especially if they're swollen. They're part of your lymphatic system. Along with your spleen, tonsils, and adenoids, they help protect you from harmful germs. |
19dea15a21974c4932c6317fb4976b54 | What are the main side effects of 5-aminosalicylic acid drugs for Crohn's disease? | There are two main 5- ASA drugs used in Crohn's: Mesalamine ( Apriso, Asacol, Delzicol, Lialda, Pentasa) Sulfasalazine ( Azulfidine) The main side effects are: Diarrhea Nausea Stomachache Headache Skin rash Sulfasalazine can cut sperm counts in men, and it may lower your supply of infection-fighting white blood cells. If you're allergic to sulfa drugs, you may have a reaction to sulfasalazine and shouldn't take it. |
14f50f92db2a1bfc45cff22e485faca3 | What are the main goals if you have Crohn's disease? | When you have Crohn's disease, you want to prevent flare-ups and keep them away for good. |
4e55f7923e7626d571c1921dcd6f96ba | What are the side effects of taking steroid drugs for Crohn's disease? | When you take steroids, you might notice one or more of these side effects: Acne Hair growth on your face Night sweats Swelling of the face (called "moon face") Trouble sleeping Weight gain More serious side effects include: Cataracts Diabetes Glaucoma High blood pressure Weakened bones and fractures Because steroids weaken your immune system, they can make you more likely to get an infection. Children who take them for a long time may grow more slowly than normal. |
95fdf02fe7882a3a720103e9bfa6cd4e | What are some side effects of steroids? | When you take steroids, you might notice one or more of these side effects: Acne Hair growth on your face Night sweats Swelling of the face (called "moon face") Trouble sleeping Weight gain More serious side effects include: Cataracts Diabetes Glaucoma High blood pressure Weakened bones and fractures Because steroids weaken your immune system, they can make you more likely to get an infection. |
b8cc6a120da86c33924f9ef5f0f50d73 | What are the side effects of 5-ASA drugs? | There are two main 5- ASA drugs used in Crohn's: Mesalamine ( Apriso, Asacol, Delzicol, Lialda, Pentasa) Sulfasalazine ( Azulfidine) The main side effects are: Diarrhea Nausea Stomachache Headache Skin rash Sulfasalazine can cut sperm counts in men, and it may lower your supply of infection-fighting white blood cells. If you're allergic to sulfa drugs, you may have a reaction to sulfasalazine and shouldn't take it. |
add83220c51a73f5d35e141e350b50f2 | Do 5-ASA drugs work for Crohn's disease? | There's some question about how effective these drugs are for Crohn's. Your doctor may suggest these if you have mild Crohn's disease in your large intestine (also called the colon). Once your symptoms get better, you may continue to take them to prevent flare-ups. |
87bcfa2d13e7697919b44f5be3c3e928 | Can steroids help Crohn's disease? | These are one of the oldest treatments for Crohn's disease. Your doctor may suggest one: If your case is mild to moderate If other drugs aren't helping If your symptoms are severe right away Your doctor may call them corticosteroids, but most people just call them steroids. Once your symptoms get better, you may continue to take them to prevent flare-ups. |
7353d15a8012dfd919e8457a6e241636 | What are types of steroids to take for Crohn's disease? | Steroid drugs you take by mouth include: Budesonide ( Entocort EC) Prednisone ( Prednisone Intensol, Rayos) Budesonide lowers inflammation only in the intestine when you take it as a capsule. Because it's designed to dissolve in the small intestine, it may cause fewer side effects than other steroids. If your Crohn's disease is severe, or it's in many parts of your intestines, you may need a higher dose through an IV. There's some question about how effective these drugs are for Crohn's. |
fe4fcf9bb00a28e549ec7da29590154a | Are there drugs to help ease Crohn's disease flare ups? | Inflammation in your intestines causes symptoms like belly pain and diarrhea. Anti-inflammatory drugs ease them and may even keep them away for years. Although they aren't a cure, they can help you feel much better. Your doctor will help you decide which one is best for you. Once your symptoms get better, you may continue to take them to prevent flare-ups. |
dc5892c6a100975188bb6e54a56cd9fe | Is vasculitis serious? | Vasculitis can be very serious. In an extreme situation, when a segment of a blood vessel becomes weakened, it may then stretch and bulge (called an aneurysm). The wall of the blood vessel can become so weak that it ruptures and bleeds, possibly causing death. Fortunately, this is a very rare event. If a blood vessel becomes inflamed and narrowed, the blood supply to the area of the body it serves may be partially or completely blocked. If alternate blood vessels (called collateral blood vessels) are not available in sufficient quantity to carry the blood to such sites, the tissue supplied by the affected vessels will die. Because vasculitis can occur in any part of the body, any tissue or organ can be affected. |
0b24fe973030d2845c74aacbd2832d5c | What is the treatment for vasculitis? | Treatment of vasculitis depends entirely upon diagnosis and the affected organs. When vasculitis is the result of an allergic reaction, it may go away on its own and not require treatment. In other instances, when critical organs such as the lungs, brain, or kidneys are involved, aggressive and timely treatment is necessary. |
53d303c774c3c727967be16d72b822ec | How serious is vasculitis? | Vasculitis can be very serious. In an extreme situation, when a segment of a blood vessel becomes weakened, it may then stretch and bulge (called an aneurysm). The wall of the blood vessel can become so weak that it ruptures and bleeds, possibly causing death. Fortunately, this is a very rare event. If a blood vessel becomes inflamed and narrowed, the blood supply to the area of the body it serves may be partially or completely blocked. If alternate blood vessels (called collateral blood vessels) are not available in sufficient quantity to carry the blood to such sites, the tissue supplied by the affected vessels will die. Because vasculitis can occur in any part of the body, any tissue or organ can be affected. |
41c9c479a9711b828a23d949ab85f97c | What are the different types of vasculitis? | Some of the many forms of vasculitis may be restricted to particular organs. Examples include vasculitis that affects only the skin, eye, brain, or certain internal organs. There are also types of vasculitis that may affect many organ systems at the same time. Some of these generalized forms may be quite mild and may not require treatment. Others may be severe, affecting critical organs. |
0494046c83a873900cf8f405cdef295f | What are the different forms of vasculitis? | Some of the many forms of vasculitis may be restricted to particular organs. Examples include vasculitis that affects only the skin, eye, brain, or certain internal organs. There are also types of vasculitis that may affect many organ systems at the same time. Some of these generalized forms may be quite mild and may not require treatment. Others may be severe, affecting critical organs. |
b46c87ae7b4f82f034f51fec0f96e144 | What causes vasculitis? | In many cases, the cause of vasculitis is unknown. In a few cases, however, the origins may be traced to recent or ongoing infections, such as those caused by certain viruses. Occasionally, an allergic reaction to a medication may trigger vasculitis. |
b0134e94d2252ad3cb7261fd5fb2de2d | Are corticosteroids used to treat vasculitis? | Treatment generally consists of corticosteroid medications, or simply "steroids." Chemotherapy drugs (such as those used to treat cancer) are also used, but in doses usually lower than people with cancer may receive. The goal of this type of therapy is to suppress the abnormal immune response that has led to blood vessel damage. Other medications may include methotrexate or cyclophosphamide ( Cytoxin) and a biologic drug called tocilizumab ( Actemra). Tocilizumab is given as an injection under the skin to lower the dose of steroids that a person needs. This medicine may be used along with steroids. |
cdbf8e71f59fd8440365f86cb996e7ce | What people does vasculitis affect? | There are also types of vasculitis that may affect many organ systems at the same time. |
daa86e86a795c13abd78d6c7b2834dbf | What does treatment of vasculitis consist of? | Treatment generally consists of corticosteroid medications, or simply "steroids." Chemotherapy drugs (such as those used to treat cancer) are also used, but in doses usually lower than people with cancer may receive. The goal of this type of therapy is to suppress the abnormal immune response that has led to blood vessel damage. Other medications may include methotrexate or cyclophosphamide ( Cytoxin) and a biologic drug called tocilizumab ( Actemra). Tocilizumab is given as an injection under the skin to lower the dose of steroids that a person needs. This medicine may be used along with steroids. |
55b8926e049aa3c35624e993c42cee01 | Do infections cause vasculitis? | Vasculitis also may be related to other diseases of the immune system that the person has had for months or years. For example, it could be a complication of rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or Sjögren's syndrome. If alternate blood vessels (called collateral blood vessels) are not available in sufficient quantity to carry the blood to such sites, the tissue supplied by the affected vessels will die. |
f838ac6bb4b2ef8ad3b3cef286d30f9c | What are the symptoms of vasculitis? | In many cases, the cause of vasculitis is unknown. Because vasculitis can occur in any part of the body, any tissue or organ can be affected. Vasculitis in the brain may cause a stroke, or in the heart, may result in a heart attack. Sometimes the symptoms may be as general as fever, loss of appetite, weight loss, and loss of energy. If you suffer any unusual symptoms, see your doctor. Tocilizumab is given as an injection under the skin to lower the dose of steroids that a person needs. |
6ba45931542fbc0b14d16af281f7419d | How does organ disease cause cats to drool and how can I fix this? | Organ disease: As pets age, they're more likely to get sick. Liver and kidney diseases can cause drooling, too. Vets suggest annual checkups to diagnose and treat such diseases early. |
b10ff46423a596f8d89e074fbf55f070 | How does heatstroke cause cats to drool and how can I fix this? | Heatstroke: Pets with flat faces, such as Persian cats, are more likely to have heatstroke. It isn’t as common in cats as it is in other animals, though. Still, if your cat's had too much sun or not enough water, that's dangerous for her. Always have fresh, clean water available. Make sure your cat has shady places to cool off, too. On very hot days, keep her indoors, limit her exercise, and never leave her in a parked car. Call your vet right way if you suspect heatstroke. |
736b4b672dc55ebba4128a45c2386df9 | How do poisonous plants cause cats to drool and how can I fix this? | Poisonous plants: Common plants like tulips, azaleas, and chrysanthemums can make your cat drool, as well as make her sick, so don't let your feline friend eat them. For a list of poisonous plants, check with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ( ASPCA). |
2a9be426bdf76fcd1b06e5cd011c3b72 | How do upper respiratory infections cause cats to drool and how can I fix this? | Upper respiratory infections: Drooling can signal an infection of the nose, throat, or sinuses. Cats that live in homes or shelters with other pets have a higher risk. Stress is another factor. Only your vet should treat an infection. But you can take steps to protect your cat from getting one: Keep her up to date on vaccines, indoors, and away from other pets, and wash your hands between handling different animals. Only you know your cat’s normal behavior. If it changes for more than a day, she seems stressed, or she isn't eating and playing as usual, let your vet know. |
47805b39ca228337d0020c03abd8b184 | Why do mouth disease and tooth decay cause cats to drool and how can I fix this? | To check, pull her lip back toward her ear. Are they brown? Are the gums red, swollen, or even bleeding? Try a professional cleaning first, and then brush her teeth daily. Have your vet check for gingivitis, mouth ulcers, and tumors. If this happens when you put her in teh car to take her to the vet, try putting her in her carrier in the back seat without driving anywhere. |
7734aeb5f8d84e37bbc3cfa30daa3faf | How does motion sickness cause cats to drool and how can I fix this? | Stress: Open-mouth panting and breathing are signs of anxiety. If this happens when you put her in teh car to take her to the vet, try putting her in her carrier in the back seat without driving anywhere. Then, slowly work up to backing out of the driveway and driving around the block. Gradually repeat the routine as needed to ease her stress. You can also drape a breathable cloth over the carrier before heading out, so she doesn’t panic. |
20b2dc415dc87d035d5f37168124aefb | What are the symptoms of conversion disorder? | Conversion disorder symptoms most commonly look like issues involving your nervous system (brain, spinal cord, or other nerves). These include: Uncontrollable movements Tunnel vision or blindness Loss of smell or speech Numbness or paralysis There's no test to diagnose conversion disorder. |
9d0120b8f4e6bc6d1486544342379e10 | What are the treatments for conversion disorder? | Psychotherapy treatments are most often used, including: Occupational or physical therapy Counseling Hypnosis Antidepressants or antipsychotic drugs Symptoms can last from a few days to several weeks. |
6ed0f61c5d9e6d67a9a4aca7fa8d9284 | What are the causes of conversion disorder? | While the specific cause of conversion disorder is still being studied, researchers think it develops as a way for your brain to deal with emotional strife. It's almost always triggered by stressful situations and other mental disorders. And the symptoms usually develop suddenly. |
5fe059cbd8977ed5341b27723f6192f6 | What steps can help prevent conversion disorder? | They cause you stress in social and work settings. There is no specific medication to treat conversion disorder. If you're already living with a mental health disorder, see your doctor regularly and take your recommended medications to help with prevention, as well. |
434c91656d75ad1062bd8e8e8f5bcc82 | What two parts are in a pacemaker? | The pacemaker has two parts: the leads and a pulse generator. The pulse generator houses the battery and a tiny computer, and resides just under the skin of the chest. The leads are wires that are threaded through the veins into the heart and implanted into the heart muscle. They send impulses from the pulse generator to the heart muscle, as well as sense the heart's electrical activity. Each impulse causes the heart to contract. The pacemaker may have one to three leads, depending on the type of pacemaker needed to treat your heart problem. |
9c3f9436f0eb852b00bd60b4687b5a15 | What will the temporary ID card of your pacemaker tell you? | Call your doctor if you notice: Increased drainage, bleeding, or oozing from the insertion site Increased opening of the incision Redness around the site Warmth along the site Increased body temperature (fever or chills) Your pacemaker settings will be checked before you leave the hospital. You will receive a temporary ID card that tells you: The type of pacemaker and leads you have. The date of the pacemaker implant. The name of the doctor who implanted the pacemaker. Within three months, you will receive a permanent card from the pacemaker company. Carry this card with you at all times in case you need medical attention at another hospital. |
660c4c3fd6185065c657cd94838f9e64 | What are the different types of pacemakers? | There are different types of pacemakers: Single-chamber pacemakers use one lead in the upper chamber (atria) or lower chamber (ventricles) of the right side of the heart. Dual-chamber pacemakers use one lead in the right atrium and one lead in the right ventricle of your heart. Biventricular pacemakers use three leads: one placed in the right atrium, one placed in the right ventricle, and one placed in the left ventricle (via the coronary sinus vein). |
595d4398c663a7d2ba4825997bf8566f | What should I do after the pacemaker procedure? | Do not lift objects that weigh more than 10 pounds. Do not hold your arm above shoulder level for three weeks. Avoid activities that require pushing or pulling heavy objects, such as shoveling the snow or mowing the lawn. Stop any activity before you become overtired. Avoid golfing, tennis, and swimming for 6 weeks after the procedure. Try to walk as much as possible for exercise. Ask your doctor when you can resume more strenuous activities. Your doctor will tell you when you can go back to work, usually within a week after you go home. If you have the flexibility at your job, ease back to your regular works schedule. |
af7dbf92046239c1ff39e0688bcd4426 | What happens after the pacemaker procedure? | You may be admitted to the hospital overnight. The nurses will monitor your heart rate and rhythm. |
97d42363e47c44ee2977775763a7a4e3 | How long will my pacemaker last? | Pacemakers may last five to 10 years and sometimes longer, depending on how often they are used. When the battery becomes low, it will need to be changed. |
dee3dd6cd7312f779e1aa301c6b98068 | What happens during the pacemaker procedure? | The endocardial pacemaker implant takes about one to five hours to perform. You will lie on a bed and the nurse will start an intravenous line ( IV) into your arm or hand. This is so you may receive medications and fluids during the procedure. You will be given a medication through your IV to relax you and make you drowsy, but it will not put you to sleep. The nurse will connect you to several monitors. The monitors allow the doctor and nurse to check your heart rhythm, blood pressure, and other measurements during the pacemaker implant. Your left or right side of your chest will be shaved and cleansed with a special soap. Sterile drapes are used to cover you from your neck to your feet. A strap will be placed across your waist and arms to prevent your hands from coming in contact with the sterile field. The doctor will numb your skin by injecting a local numbing medication. You will feel a pinching or burning feeling at first. Then, it will become numb. Once this occurs, an incision will be made to insert the pacemaker and leads. You may feel a pulling as the doctor makes a pocket in the tissue under your skin for the pacemaker. You should not feel pain. If you do, tell your nurse. After the pocket is made, the doctor will insert the leads into a vein and guide them into position using the X-ray machine. After the leads are in place, their function is tested to make sure they can increase your heart rate. This is called "pacing" and involves delivering small amounts of energy through the leads into the heart muscle. This causes the heart to contract. When your heart rate increases, you may feel your heart is racing or beating faster. It is very important to tell your doctor or nurse any symptoms you feel. Any pain should be reported immediately. After the leads are tested the doctor will connect them to your pacemaker. Your doctor will determine the rate of your pacemaker and other settings. The final pacemaker settings are done after the implant using a special device called a programmer. |
a4fbc86b2a40d524f3cc36d14ada9b3d | How often will I need to see my doctor? | A complete pacemaker check should be done six weeks after your pacemaker is implanted. This follow-up appointment is critical, because adjustments will be made that will prolong the life of your pacemaker. Then your pacemaker should be checked every three months on the telephone to evaluate battery function. Your nurse will explain how to check your pacemaker using the telephone transmitter. Once or twice a year you will need a more complete exam. If you have a biventricular pacemaker, you may need to visit the doctor's office or hospital more frequently to make sure your device is working properly and the settings do not need to be adjusted. |
46dc02b2b11b10af081a1cf21b6913e1 | Should I avoid certain electrical devices with a pacemaker? | Electric blankets, heating pads, and microwave ovens can be used and will not interfere with the function of your pacemaker. Cell phones should not be placed directly against the chest or on the same side as your pacemaker. You will need to avoid strong electric or magnetic fields, such as some industrial equipment; ham radios; high intensity radio waves (found near large electrical generators, power plants, or radiofrequency transmission towers); and arc resistance welders. Do not undergo any tests that require magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI). When going through airport security, show your pacemaker card without going through the screening machine because the pacemaker will set off the security alarms. Your doctor or nurse can provide more information about what types of equipment may interfere with your pacemaker. If you have concerns about your job or activities, ask your doctor. |
3140b58d41394fb40c383bcd98d9f2e0 | What is pacemaker? | The normal, healthy heart has its own pacemaker that regulates the rate that the heart beats. However, some hearts don't beat regularly. A pacemaker can sometimes correct the problem. A pacemaker is a small device that sends electrical impulses to the heart muscle to maintain a suitable heart rate and rhythm. A pacemaker may also be used to treat fainting spells (syncope), congestive heart failure, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Pacemakers are implanted just under the skin of the chest during a minor surgical procedure. |
dcd10bce7032be853aec872b1df7f156 | What else are pacemakers used to treat besides heart rate? | A pacemaker may also be used to treat fainting spells (syncope), congestive heart failure, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. The leads are wires that are threaded through the veins into the heart and implanted into the heart muscle. This is called "pacing" and involves delivering small amounts of energy through the leads into the heart muscle. |
4ecfd23caee25741c5f4c84a3bec34a0 | When should you call your doctor about the pacemaker procedure? | You will be given a medication through your IV to relax you and make you drowsy, but it will not put you to sleep. Keep your wound clean and dry. Look at your wound every day to make sure it is healing. Call your doctor if you notice: Increased drainage, bleeding, or oozing from the insertion site Increased opening of the incision Redness around the site Warmth along the site Increased body temperature (fever or chills) Your pacemaker settings will be checked before you leave the hospital. |
0685baf96d314f18ec85e54a737dbc86 | How is the type of pacemaker and heart rate chosen? | The pacemaker may have one to three leads, depending on the type of pacemaker needed to treat your heart problem. The doctor programs the minimum heart rate. When your heart rate drops below that set rate, your pacemaker generates (fires) an electrical impulse that passes through the lead to the heart muscle. This causes the heart muscle to contract, creating a heartbeat. |
fb7d8791e76a158e5766a582371e9473 | How are pacemakers implanted with the epicardial approach? | Epicardial approach. This technique is more commonly used in children than adults. General anesthesia is given to put you to sleep. The surgeon attaches the lead tip to the heart muscle, while the other end of the lead (attached to the pulse generator) is placed in a pocket created under the skin in the abdomen. Although recovery with the epicardial approach is longer than that of the transvenous approach, minimally invasive techniques have enabled shorter hospital stays and quicker recovery times. The doctor will determine, which pacemaker implant method is best for you. Once this occurs, an incision will be made to insert the pacemaker and leads. |
c75a88f0b73492bd195bdbafabbf9134 | How are pacemakers implanted with the endocardial approach? | Pacemakers are implanted two ways: Endocardial approach. An incision is made in the chest where the leads and pacemaker are inserted. The lead(s) is inserted through the incision and into a vein, then guided to the heart with the aid of the x-ray machine. The lead tip attaches to the heart muscle, while the other end of the lead (attached to the pulse generator) is placed in a pocket created under the skin in the upper chest. The doctor will numb your skin by injecting a local numbing medication. |
0226a59da45e4e348eb2bbf19599fbb7 | What are some tips and precautions when doing exercises to improve your posture? | Pull your abdominal muscles in and up toward your spine as you exercise. Work with slow, controlled movements, breathing evenly, without holding your breath. Tailor your number of repetitions and sets to your current level of core fitness. If you have mild back pain, core-strengthening exercises may improve posture, ease symptoms, and prevent future pain. If you have severe back pain or injury, are out of shape, or have any medical problems, talk to your doctor before you start any exercise program. Some exercises may not be recommended. Stop doing any activity that causes pain or makes pain worse. |
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