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e7d68694c24c12c979c0844881cb72e6 | How do you do pelvic exercise to treat urinary incontinence? | Pelvic floor exercises. Here's how: Squeeze the muscles that you use stop the flow of urine. Hold the squeeze for 10 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds. Do 3 or 4 sets daily. Note: You can learn how to do Kegels by stopping your urine, but don't do this routinely. Stopping the flow of urine can lead to an infection. |
92127af8c3c5ced9ec18f9ede62963b7 | What are signs of rheumatoid vasculitis? | About 1 in 5 of people with rheumatoid arthritis get rheumatoid nodules. Only about 1 in 100 people with rheumatoid arthritis get vasculitis. The most commonly affected blood vessels are arteries that carry blood to the skin, nerves, and internal organs. When the small vessels of the fingertips and around the nails are affected, the result can be small pits on the fingertips or small sores or redness around the nail. If it happens in larger blood vessels, it can cause a painful rash, often on the legs. In serious cases, ulcers can form and there's a chance they could become infected. |
ec9beb944f718af09a499f9007aea689 | Is sun sensitivity a symptom of medication for rheumatoid arthritis? | This can happen if you take drugs such as: Celecoxib ( Celebrex) Diclofenac ( Voltaren) Hydroxychloroquine ( Plaquenil) Ibuprofen Leflunomide ( Arava) Methotrexate ( Rheumatrex, Trexall) Minocycline ( Minocin) Naproxen Sulfasalazine ( Azulfidine) Tolmetin ( Tolectin) A skin rash can be a sign of an allergic reaction to a drug. When outdoors, wear protective clothing, such as a long-sleeved shirt, pants, and a wide-brimmed hat. Use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more that protects against UVA and UVB rays. |
6905d9f6e1362a63fe34d7ee4ac45ca7 | How do doctors treat rashes that are caused by medication for rheumatoid arthritis? | You may need surgery to remove them if they get infected or become painful. So you should let your doctor know if your skin breaks out or starts itching. |
c7254928e4d339e098767a0e2ba917a9 | What is vasculitis? | About 1 in 5 of people with rheumatoid arthritis get rheumatoid nodules. Only about 1 in 100 people with rheumatoid arthritis get vasculitis. The most commonly affected blood vessels are arteries that carry blood to the skin, nerves, and internal organs. When the small vessels of the fingertips and around the nails are affected, the result can be small pits on the fingertips or small sores or redness around the nail. If it happens in larger blood vessels, it can cause a painful rash, often on the legs. In serious cases, ulcers can form and there's a chance they could become infected. |
df014f1d8922cca45aa3cb6aefc9ac6a | What is the best way to learn relaxation techniques for pain? | The details vary, depending on what type of meditation you choose to do, but it comes down to spending a few minutes (or longer) focusing your attention on one thing -- such as your breathing or a word or phrase that inspires or comforts you. The best way to learn relaxation techniques is with the help of a trained practitioner. Usually, these techniques are taught in a group class and then practiced regularly at home. If you've had psychosis or epilepsy, you may want to speak with your doctor before trying meditation. You should check with your doctor first. |
ae1a908ba2549a5ba1708bbaecdd3159 | What's a breathing exercise that helps you meditate and manage pain? | And you're in control. You can also learn to do breathing exercises. For instance, you can breathe in slowly while you count to 4, hold your breath for 7 more counts, and then exhale for 8 counts. |
31b4547c8b5e7a17d7eb574f3b425471 | Are herbs used to treat migraines? | People use a variety of herbs for migraine and headache treatment and prevention. Most of the studies on effectiveness and safety have looked at two: Feverfew is the most popular herbal way to prevent migraines, and studies have shown that it may be helpful, with only mild side effects. But there are no convincing data that it is more effective than a placebo (a fake pill). Scientists need to do more research on these treatments. Talk to your doctor before you start a new diet or take any new medications, including vitamins, herbs, and supplements. |
04008eed88271cdb6ba7df6d87752045 | Is biofeedback effective in treating migraines? | What makes acupuncture a unique pain treatment is that its effects may be long-lasting. Most of the studies on effectiveness and safety have looked at two: Feverfew is the most popular herbal way to prevent migraines, and studies have shown that it may be helpful, with only mild side effects. |
075c0f63de1d815c293701a3f55510f7 | Are the effects of acupuncture treatment long lasting? | In general, its effects seem similar to many drugs that treat headaches, and it can be part of early treatment for migraines. In one study, it eased chronic pain in the neck and shoulder areas and the headaches it caused, and the effects lasted for months. |
2f5aef5b25da1a3072728352399f753b | What are alternative treatments for migraines and headaches? | So scientists have studied alternative treatments aimed at stress reduction, such as biofeedback and relaxation, and found that they often work well. Some people get relief from nontraditional headache treatments -- including acupuncture, massage, herbs, and diets -- but others don't. Studies show that a combination of stress management and some antidepressant drugs ease headaches and the use of pain medications. |
0b52d9a686d3695496e098b838630ba6 | What makes acupuncture unique as a treatment for migraines and headaches? | In general, its effects seem similar to many drugs that treat headaches, and it can be part of early treatment for migraines. Acupuncture seems to help with a variety of health problems. The World Health Organization recognizes more than 30 conditions it can improve, from allergies to tennis elbow. Other studies, though, suggest it mainly helps people because they believe it will work. In one study, it eased chronic pain in the neck and shoulder areas and the headaches it caused, and the effects lasted for months. |
39244deb9456da39e9a27f0b6a51a2c1 | How is peripheral artery disease diagnosed? | This type of pain is called claudication. You might get other tests, including: Angiogram, in which your doctor uses a needle to put dye into your bloodstream before taking an X-ray to find blocked arteries Ankle-brachial index, which compares blood pressure in your lower leg and your upper arm Blood tests to check for risk factors like diabetes or high cholesterol Ultrasound to check blood flow and find blocked arteries Some simple things you can do to manage your symptoms and keep peripheral artery disease from getting worse include: Control your cholesterol and blood pressure Eat a healthy diet Exercise Don't smoke You also might need medical treatments including: Angioplasty. Your doctor might also put a mesh tube called a stent into your artery to keep it open. You also might take medicines to lower your cholesterol, blood pressure, or blood sugar. |
6cd1aa4da20064552ecbb0ed428bb7cd | Which muscle groups are affected by peripheral artery disease? | You may have muscle pain or cramping because there's less blood flow to your legs. You usually feel it when you walk or climb stairs, but it stops when you rest. It can affect different muscle groups, including: Buttock and hip Calf (most common) Foot (less common) Thigh Some people have a sense of burning or numbness. When it's inflated, the balloon pushes plaque out to widen the artery and restore blood flow. |
694d06c520ec0603a8d6c52a6dd8d2a7 | What is leflunomide and how does it treat rheumatoid arthritis? | Since Arava is known to cause harm to a fetus, women must take special precautions to prevent pregnancy. This is because it has been shown to work as well or better than any other single medicine. These drugs are thought to have fewer side effects than other DMARDs. DMARDs sometimes cause nausea, sometimes with vomiting, or diarrhea. |
2d2e8f1154579cd229e4c4dbcececd6c | What are the different types of tremors caused by multiple sclerosis? | Intention tremor. There's no shaking when you're at rest. It starts when you try to reach or grasp something or move your hand or foot to a precise spot. This is the most common form of MS tremor, and it usually causes the most problems in day-to-day life. Postural tremors. You shake when you sit or stand, but not when you lie down. This is more common with Parkinson's disease than MS. Nystagmus. This type causes jumpy eye movements. |
1f54e5a638dafa6305696afafb9774f2 | What are medications to treat multiple sclerosis tremors? | This is the most common form of MS tremor, and it usually causes the most problems in day-to-day life. Your doctors will probably prescribe drugs for another condition, like: Acetazolamide ( Diamox), which treats a type of glaucoma and altitude sickness Buspirone ( Buspar) and clonazepam ( Klonopin), which are anti-anxiety drugs Hydroxyzine ( Atarax, Vistaril), an antihistamine Isoniazid ( INH), a drug for tuberculosis Primidone ( Mysoline), a seizure medicine Propranolol ( Inderal), which treats heart problems, high blood pressure, and migraines Braces: These can hold your joint still and stop extra movement. |
4eba52011e31e0f4ca14f31908ce3d88 | What are the potential side effects of LASIK eye surgery? | Other side effects, although rare, may include: Glare Seeing halos around images Difficulty driving at night Fluctuating vision Dry eyes Before LASIK eye surgery, you will meet with a coordinator or eye surgeon who will discuss what to expect during and after the procedure. You will revisit the doctor for an evaluation 24 to 48 hours after LASIK eye surgery, as well as at regular intervals within the first six months. |
527ad054dcc6e947a5d018a95ba67b47 | Will I be sedated during my LASIK eye surgery? | During this session, your medical history will be evaluated and your eyes will be fully examined. Patients may also request mild sedation. Plan to have someone drive you home after surgery. |
0ee298ef8d98fdff27f301b42737d3fe | Why is it important to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib) using cardiac ablation? | The plan will depend on: The cause of your AFib Whether you have symptoms Your chance of having heart disease Different types of ablation target different parts of your heart. If you don't treat AFib, your odds of getting blood clots, heart failure, or stroke go up. These could be life-threatening. |
ff326be18bc3eee59c3324e29e2abce8 | What is catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation (AFib)? | This procedure uses energy to make small scars in your heart tissue. Then, it's guided to your heart. Your doctor will put a video camera or tiny robot into your chest. It'll guide the creation of scar tissue that may help keep your heartbeat at the right pace. The doctor uses radiofrequency ablation in the pulmonary vein, and a surgeon makes a small cut under your breastbone to use radiofrequency energy on the outside of your heart. |
dac0b83cc22cdd275610cd043fe28f90 | How do you treat cardiac cachexia? | There's no specific test that can diagnose cardiac cachexia. Your doctor will continue to treat your heart failure and try to improve your symptoms. You may get medicines to get rid of the extra fluid that makes you swell. Other treatments may be: Exercise training to build muscle mass or strengthen existing muscles Teaching you how to eat right for your condition Supplements of important nutrients, like vitamins C and D and folate Medicines to make you feel hungrier |
067a9f1fc6399537c58a35a3e1ab40ed | What is treatment of hepatitis C dependent upon? | Until recently, the most common method was a blend of shots and pills. Genotypes 4, 5 and 6 are very rare in the U. S. Treatment now centers around direct acting antiviral drugs ( DAAs). Ask your doctor what's best for you, based on your medical needs. |
63ccfede853693b5f4ee1ffcce8524ff | How does the eligibility for Individualized Education Program (IEP) start? | If the district makes the request, your consent is needed before the evaluation can be done. The evaluation is what determines that your child is eligible for special education. If you think your child's evaluation isn't accurate, you can ask for an independent evaluation. The IEP will be tailored to your child's needs and abilities. |
b50f1feb75318736d4560c139c6f206e | What causes rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD)? | People who have the condition sometimes work hard to make everyone like and admire them. When you have ADHD, your nervous system overreacts to things from the outside world. Any sense of rejection can set off your stress response and cause an emotional reaction that's much more extreme than usual. Sometimes the criticism or rejection is imagined, but not always. ADHD researchers estimate that by age 12, children with ADHD get 20,000 more negative messages about themselves than other kids their age. All that criticism can take a real toll on their self-esteem. |
ac08a694d102cf32ae128983db02f515 | How is rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) treated? | This is sometimes called rejection sensitive dysphoria ( RSD). " If you have ADHD and you've had any of these symptoms, see a psychologist, counselor, or other mental health provider for help. But a therapist can help you learn how to get a handle on your emotions and deal with rejection in a more positive way. Another way to deal with RSD is to manage the stress in your life. You're more likely to have an emotional breakdown when you're stressed out. Eat right, sleep well, and do things like yoga or meditation to keep your mind calm. |
2d29ddcee32c8925671d992d913b695c | How can heart failure lead to kidney damage or failure? | Your heart has four valves that open and close to keep blood flowing in and out of your heart. Just like your other organs, they need a steady supply of blood to work like they should. Without the amount of blood they need, they won't be able to remove enough wastes from your blood. It's treated with dialysis or a kidney transplant. Kidney disease can also make your heart failure worse. Damaged kidneys they can't remove as much water from your blood as healthy ones. You'll start to hold onto fluid, which boosts your blood pressure. High blood pressure makes your heart work even harder. This is called pulmonary edema. |
407d50c65d52e3870a87fb6c8048ecd9 | How does heart failure affect your lungs? | When the rhythm is off, your heart can't pump enough blood out to your body. A damaged heart can't pump blood as effectively from your lungs out to your body. This pushes fluid into your air sacs. As liquid builds up, it gets harder to breathe. This is called pulmonary edema. |
82100b361485aa19eb9d5ed23d93c17a | How can heart failure lead to lung problems? | When the rhythm is off, your heart can't pump enough blood out to your body. A damaged heart can't pump blood as effectively from your lungs out to your body. This pushes fluid into your air sacs. As liquid builds up, it gets harder to breathe. This is called pulmonary edema. |
6e57b1679f321f89afc96be7c39fb2cd | How can heart failure lead to liver damage? | When you have heart failure, your heart may not be strong enough to pump out as much blood as your body needs. It also pumps faster, and your blood vessels narrow to get more blood out to your body. Heart failure can rob your liver of the blood it needs to work. The fluid buildup that comes with it puts extra pressure on the portal vein, which brings blood to your liver. This can scar the organ to the point where it doesn't work as well as it should. |
c0d8d86a8218dc8227feae8af0548c59 | How does heart failure affect your body? | As it tries to move more blood, your heart gets larger. It also pumps faster, and your blood vessels narrow to get more blood out to your body. As your heart works harder, it becomes weaker and the damage increases. Your body gets less oxygen, and you might notice symptoms like shortness of breath, swelling in your legs, and fluid buildup. Your body tries to keep the blood it has to supply your heart and brain. This leaves less for organs like your kidneys and liver. A lack of enough blood can damage these organs. When the rhythm is off, your heart can't pump enough blood out to your body. |
f543b3d260760eaf6c6ccfe5e695d07d | How is ductal carcinoma in situ treated? | The treatment options are usually: Lumpectomy: The surgeon only removes the tumor and a bit of the tissue around it to help make sure all the cancer cells have been removed. Among other things, your doctor will consider: Tumor location Tumor size Aggressiveness of the cancer cells Your family history of breast cancer Results of tests for a gene mutation that would increase the risk of breast cancer Most women with DCIS don't have the breast removed with a mastectomy. Instead, they have a lumpectomy. Most common is a lumpectomy followed by radiation. The surgeon removes the cancer and a small area of healthy tissue around it. Lymph nodes under the arm don't need to be removed as they are with other types of breast cancer. |
2eab5219bca87031133ebd4d7b5b297d | What is the treatment plan for ductal carcinoma in situ based on? | The invasive cancer usually develops in the same breast and in the same area as where the DCIS happened. Your doctor will customize your treatment plan based on your test results and medical history. Among other things, your doctor will consider: Tumor location Tumor size Aggressiveness of the cancer cells Your family history of breast cancer Results of tests for a gene mutation that would increase the risk of breast cancer Most women with DCIS don't have the breast removed with a mastectomy. |
ffeedd19ce39644bb0d7843da1259856 | When do you need radiation for the treatment of ductal carcinoma in situ? | It uses low doses of radiation to make pictures of the inside of your chest. It can be local, regional, and/or distant. The surgeon removes the cancer and a small area of healthy tissue around it. After a lumpectomy, radiation cuts the chances that the cancer will come back. If cancer does return, it's called recurrence. Some women may opt to have a lumpectomy only. |
eee3f52e86ba6b799078fb696a949e9d | How is invasive ductal carcinoma treated? | Most women with IDC have surgery to remove the cancer. Which one you get depends on the size of your tumor and how much it has spread throughout your breast and surrounding lymph nodes. In addition to surgery, other treatments include: Radiation: This usually follows your surgery. |
2d1e35514ea4725cc5b07e590dcafaba | What procedures are done to treat invasive ductal carcinoma? | Chemotherapy: These medications target cancer cells throughout your body. Among other things, your doctor will consider: Tumor location Tumor size Aggressiveness of the cancer cells Your family history of breast cancer Results of tests for a gene mutation that would increase the risk of breast cancer Most women with DCIS don't have the breast removed with a mastectomy. The surgeon removes the cancer and a small area of healthy tissue around it. |
55cca654d63f4052adcd0fc5c661904b | What tests are used to further diagnose invasive ductal carcinoma? | Invasive ductal carcinoma ( IDC) accounts for about 80% of all invasive breast cancers in women and 90% in men. PET scan. The doctor injects a radioactive substance called a tracer into your arm. Together with a CT scan, this test can help find cancer in lymph nodes and other areas. It uses strong magnets and radio waves to make pictures of the breast and other structures inside your body. Bone scan. It uses low doses of radiation to make pictures of the inside of your chest. Results from these tests will show the stage of your cancer. Node ( N): Has the tumor spread to your lymph nodes? These tests may include an ultrasound or MRI. |
871730212d4da129c745f8ca08327476 | Should I tell my friends and family about my type 2 diabetes? | Type 2 diabetes can seem overwhelming at times, but you can take control back. Share with them what you're going through and how you manage your diabetes. For instance, tell them why you have to check your blood sugar regularly, or what sorts of snacks and meals are OK for you. Want someone to help you get them up to speed? |
8363df595d328dd6a45e9e12de8a3bde | What can help for my type 2 diabetes? | Put them on your go-to list, and reach out any time you need their insight and motivation. It helps to talk to someone who can relate to what you're going through, since they have diabetes, too. Type 2 diabetes can affect the entire family. |
9a21d7db06a5068d28a8dd0569955757 | Do I need a therapist if I have type 2 diabetes? | In therapy, you'll plan positive ways to handle your diabetes. It's not just for people with conditions like depression or anxiety. Anyone can benefit. Pick someone you find easy to talk to. |
72c6d8c98f50d6d767fd2f3495896260 | How can I tell my family about my type 2 diabetes? | You might want to hold a family meeting, and invite your diabetes educator to answer their questions. Pick someone you find easy to talk to. |
5ecdb2321f8c711ebd7cf14b5931ce96 | What are the causes of IBS and IBD? | Since IBD and IBS are both chronic conditions that affect the gut, they have some overlapping warning signs: belly pain and diarrhea. The long-lasting inflammation in the digestive tracts of people with IBD can cause bleeding and ulcers (sores). In turn, this irritation causes pain and, by aggravating the immune system, leads to symptoms like fever and fatigue. Scientists have found links between irritable bowel syndrome and the immune system, and how muscles move food through the gut. Many people have certain triggers that cause their symptoms to get worse, including some foods, stress, infections, and hormonal changes. |
547e8450cdae3584b2b646b0af66ed54 | Do any specific diet changes help treat IBS? | People with IBS often try to treat it by changing what they eat. There is no specific diet that works for everyone who has the condition. Stop lactose, which is in dairy products. Cut down on foods that make you gassy or bloated. Get more water. Avoid caffeine and legumes (beans). Limit or avoid â FODMAPsâ (a certain type of sugar found in some fruit, vegetable, bread and dairy products). |
1e0d19914b2836c7d3da7e22049ed1da | What causes irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and irritable bowel disease (IBD)? | Since IBD and IBS are both chronic conditions that affect the gut, they have some overlapping warning signs: belly pain and diarrhea. The long-lasting inflammation in the digestive tracts of people with IBD can cause bleeding and ulcers (sores). In turn, this irritation causes pain and, by aggravating the immune system, leads to symptoms like fever and fatigue. The causes of IBS aren't as clear. |
acd622464220f6357414c42e7bfbcdda | How do doctors treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and irritable bowel disease (IBD)? | People with IBS often try to treat it by changing what they eat. There is no specific diet that works for everyone who has the condition. Cut down on foods that make you gassy or bloated. Get more water. ( You can drink it or eat H2 O-rich foods.) Avoid caffeine and legumes (beans). Limit or avoid â FODMAPsâ (a certain type of sugar found in some fruit, vegetable, bread and dairy products). |
7abcf864be05713fc2772e7cd14c56b0 | How do doctors diagnose irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? | Doctors use something called the â Rome criteriaâ to decide if you have irritable bowel syndrome. According to the criteria, you may be diagnosed with IBS if you have belly pain for at least 1 day a week for the previous 3 months. The pain must also meet at least two of the following: It is associated with a bowel movement. In some cases, doctors will diagnose you with IBS just using these standards. But in many cases, especially if you also have other symptoms that hint at IBD, you'll get tests to find out whether there's any bleeding or inflammation in your digestive tract. If there is, then you don't have IBS. |
6aa6a872657bd72a1f259909b01437e2 | Is irritable bowel disease (IBS) a structural or functional disease? | IBS, on the other hand, is what doctors call a functional disease. Someone with this type of disease will have a group of symptoms, but tests won't show any physical explanation for those problems. Since it's a structural disease, a doctor needs to find physical damage in your gut to make the diagnosis. |
7ff7213c8fcea8b5ecc8d6bad157510b | What are some links between irritable bowel syndrome and the immune system? | In turn, this irritation causes pain and, by aggravating the immune system, leads to symptoms like fever and fatigue. Many people have certain triggers that cause their symptoms to get worse, including some foods, stress, infections, and hormonal changes. |
12a3d4cce463c22da717eb47f54bc6e3 | Is IBD a structural or functional disease? | IBS, on the other hand, is what doctors call a functional disease. Someone with this type of disease will have a group of symptoms, but tests won't show any physical explanation for those problems. But in many cases, especially if you also have other symptoms that hint at IBD, you'll get tests to find out whether there's any bleeding or inflammation in your digestive tract. |
d4102dadf42e6b1549273d35107626f7 | How is kidney disease treated? | Eat a proper diet. For patients who have high blood pressure and kidney disease, the most important treatment is to control your blood pressure through lifestyle changes. ACE inhibitor and angiotensin II receptor blocker ( ARB) drugs lower blood pressure and can protect the kidneys from further damage, but treatments need to be individualized. |
a0eb83baf5637025871a0edd2e541c74 | What are interactions that can occur from taking flaxseed? | If you have lupus -- or any other medical condition -- it's very important to talk with your doctor about any supplements you take. Flaxseed may block the normal absorption of medicines. Always take medicines at least one hour before or two hours after using flaxseed. Flaxseed and flaxseed oil may also interact with drugs like blood thinners, NSAID painkillers, hormone treatments, and some medicines for blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes. |
1c7488b70ca940cb4514e8020570ed85 | How much flaxseed should you take? | There is no set dose of flaxseed. In studies of people with high cholesterol, 15 to 50 grams of flaxseed per day has been used; 40 grams have been used for mild menopause symptoms. Flaxseed must be ground prior to ingestion or it won't work for these conditions. To be absorbed, however, it must me ground before using it to allow the oils to be available. Some people use a small coffee grinder to grind daily doses as needed. |
b60ea4e051bd9c1879a6a8736ca9806a | What causes vaginismus? | The pain happens only with penetration. It's usually linked to anxietyand fear of having sex. But it's unclear which came first, the vaginismus or the anxiety. Other medical problems like infections can also cause painful intercourse. So it's important to see a doctor to determine the underlying cause of pain during sex. |
982f87d41f4b6d9bdbae394346ee79a6 | What exercise or therapy can help prevent vaginismus? | Relax the muscles. You can do them as many times a day as you want to. After a few days, insert one finger, up to about the first knuckle joint, inside the vagina while doing the exercises. It's a good idea to clip your fingernails first and use a lubricating jelly. For women whose vaginismus is related to fear or anxiety, therapy helps. |
2c649f391f9b26ebc29377f8c1a39c0b | What are symptoms of vaginismus? | When a woman has vaginismus, her vagina's muscles squeeze or spasm when something is entering it, like a tampon or a penis. It usually goes away after withdrawal, but not always. Many women who have vaginismus also feel discomfort when inserting a tampon or during a doctor's internal pelvic exam. Others have it only in certain circumstances, like with one partner but not others, or only with sexual intercourse but not with tampons or during medical exams. |
26d407757871963a7a46e3bfbc8b08a3 | What is the treatment for vaginismus? | The approach is called progressive desensitization, and the idea is to get comfortable with insertion. Relax the muscles. |
caef13a0e9c3aeac845e49839daa4eb4 | What should you know about treating minor cuts and scrapes? | All it takes is one slip of focus while slicing bread and you've cut your finger. Or you trip on a curb and skin your knee. Get immediate medical attention for a wound that is deep, bleeds heavily, or has something embedded in it. Stop the Bleeding A small amount of blood can help clean out the wound. |
ee272cb2170ba0c026cc4b2ee7b5f904 | How does occupational asthma occur? | These substances may cause asthma in one of 3 ways: An allergic reaction (like people with allergies who develop allergic asthma) An irritant reaction (like a person that reacts to smoking with asthma) A reaction which results in the buildup of naturally occurring chemicals such as histamines in the lungs resulting in an asthma attack Examples of occupational asthma -- also called work-related asthma -- include: Health care workers who develop an allergy to latex gloves by breathing in the powdered proteins from the inner lining of the gloves Workers in the chemical industry who are exposed to substances like ammonia and develop symptoms of asthma as the result of an irritant effects, not an allergic reaction There are numerous substances used in various industries that can trigger occupational asthma including: Chemicals such as adhesives, shellac and lacquer, plastics, epoxy resins, carpeting, foam and rubber, insulation, dyes (textile workers), and enzymes in detergents Proteins in animal hair and/or dander Grains, green coffee beans, and papain (an extract of papaya that may trigger a latex allergy) Cotton, flax, and hemp dust, commonly found in the textile industry Metals such as platinum, chromium, nickel sulfate, and soldering fumes Generally, if your asthma symptoms are worse on days that you work, improve when you are at home for any length of time (weekends, vacations) and then recur when you return to work, occupational asthma should be considered. Preventing asthma symptoms by reducing exposure to the triggers at work is the most important step you can take to reduce the occurrence of occupational asthma. |
1289c80c1503c88d13846c1af2b59b5b | How can my workplace help me with my occupational asthma? | These substances may cause asthma in one of 3 ways: An allergic reaction (like people with allergies who develop allergic asthma) An irritant reaction (like a person that reacts to smoking with asthma) A reaction which results in the buildup of naturally occurring chemicals such as histamines in the lungs resulting in an asthma attack Examples of occupational asthma -- also called work-related asthma -- include: Health care workers who develop an allergy to latex gloves by breathing in the powdered proteins from the inner lining of the gloves Workers in the chemical industry who are exposed to substances like ammonia and develop symptoms of asthma as the result of an irritant effects, not an allergic reaction There are numerous substances used in various industries that can trigger occupational asthma including: Chemicals such as adhesives, shellac and lacquer, plastics, epoxy resins, carpeting, foam and rubber, insulation, dyes (textile workers), and enzymes in detergents Proteins in animal hair and/or dander Grains, green coffee beans, and papain (an extract of papaya that may trigger a latex allergy) Cotton, flax, and hemp dust, commonly found in the textile industry Metals such as platinum, chromium, nickel sulfate, and soldering fumes Generally, if your asthma symptoms are worse on days that you work, improve when you are at home for any length of time (weekends, vacations) and then recur when you return to work, occupational asthma should be considered. However, if in a particular job, exposure to asthma triggers is unavoidable, most employers are willing to assist the employee to find a more suitable workplace. Once it has been determined what causes your asthma, discuss with your health care provider how best to approach your employer and what precautions need to be taken. |
98484a82f8892320bb92bedef62cab64 | What is the best age for a child to begin behavioral therapy for ADHD? | If your child has been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD), your doctor will probably recommend behavioral therapy as a treatment. The CDC says it is the preferred first treatment for all kids with ADHD, regardless of their age. If your child is diagnosed during preschool (age 4 or 5), it's usually the only treatment used. |
485a266c8d9779b6d71971ce148d8bc1 | What are guidelines for taking medication for paranoid schizophrenia? | Avoid using marijuana, alcohol, nicotine, cocaine, or other stimulants. They can keep antipsychotic drugs from working well. They can also cause paranoia or make it worse. You might have to take different kinds of drugs for other symptoms, too. A kind of counseling called cognitive behavioral therapy can teach you how to manage symptoms that don't go away, even when you take your medicine. |
44d5c5654a3bf7c62998d5abd7d156fb | What are the symptoms of paranoid schizophrenia? | Delusions are fixed beliefs that seem real to you, even when there's strong evidence they aren't. Paranoid delusions, also called delusions of persecution, reflect profound fear and anxiety along with the loss of the ability to tell what's real and what's not real. They might make you feel like: A co-worker is trying to hurt you, like poison your food. And if you think that strangers are going to hurt you, you may feel like staying inside or being alone. |
570790190b9a57a40ea37d9f09c84231 | Are paranoid schizophrenics usually violent? | This can make it hard for them to hold a job, run errands, have friendships, and even go to the doctor. If someone is pushed over the edge, their actions usually focus on family members, not the public, and it happens at home. People with schizophrenia who get counseling are also more likely to stick with their medications. |
937f0688d44f923175c49729a17e412f | Does paranoid schizophrenia cause hallucinations? | Paranoid schizophrenia, or schizophrenia with paranoia as doctors now call it, is the most common example of this mental illness. They might also tell you to do harmful things. Or you might see things that aren't really there. But if you think you don't need help when you really do, the law may allow a doctor or other mental health professional to admit you involuntarily if you are unable to care for yourself or may be dangerous to yourself or someone else. |
0c502223a84a7b5c4ac7cdacfada26ba | What is paranoid schizophrenia? | Schizophrenia is a kind of psychosis, which means your mind doesn't agree with reality. It affects how you think and behave. This can show up in different ways and at different times, even in the same person. The illness usually starts in late adolescence or young adulthood. People with paranoid delusions are unreasonably suspicious of others. This can make it hard for them to hold a job, run errands, have friendships, and even go to the doctor. Although it's a lifelong illness, you can take medicines and find help to stop symptoms or make them easier to live with. People with schizophrenia aren't usually violent. |
1378db0f514ee3f80dc9e70b95b84239 | When does a paranoid schizophrenia require hospitalization? | You might have to take different kinds of drugs for other symptoms, too. You'll be cared for so you and your loved ones stay safe. If you recognize that you're having trouble, you can be admitted voluntarily. But if you think you don't need help when you really do, the law may allow a doctor or other mental health professional to admit you involuntarily if you are unable to care for yourself or may be dangerous to yourself or someone else. |
7b0256e034efaeb590f0091113324524 | How can you recover from transurethral resection (TUR) surgery for bladder cancer? | It's a type of surgery used to take samples of tissue from inside your bladder to find out if you have cancer there or if a tumor has spread. You may need to have it in for a few days before you can go on your own. Drink lots of fluid to help flush out your bladder -- aim for 8 to 10 glasses per day. This also can help keep an infection away. Don't lift anything heavy for 2 to 3 weeks after your surgery. Short walks are OK, but don't do any intense exercise for 4 to 6 weeks. Talk with your doctor about when you can drive and go back to work. |
1c22ed10ddc48fb25e783fb5c453ca5a | How is transurethral resection (TUR) surgery for bladder cancer done? | It's a type of surgery used to take samples of tissue from inside your bladder to find out if you have cancer there or if a tumor has spread. He'll pass it up through your urethra into your bladder. The camera shows the surgeon the inside of your bladder. He'll use the cutting tool to take some tissue, then he'll use heat on the areas around the cut to stop the bleeding. The tissue that's taken out during the surgery will be looked at under a microscope in a lab to see if it's cancer. If your surgeon removed a cancerous tumor, she may put a liquid medication into your bladder to kill any cancer cells that are left. |
8c8de9a573e6f41bafc88335b3111ef5 | What happens after transurethral resection (TUR) surgery for bladder cancer? | It's a type of surgery used to take samples of tissue from inside your bladder to find out if you have cancer there or if a tumor has spread. He'll get to your bladder through your urethra -- the tube pee goes through as it passes out of your body. The camera shows the surgeon the inside of your bladder. You may need to have it in for a few days before you can go on your own. If you do, be sure to let your doctor or nurse know. A numbing gel can help. Many people go home the same day as the surgery. But if your tumor was large, you may need to stay in the hospital overnight. You may see blood in your pee for up to 3 days after your surgery. |
1babbc1b75d47d785fa915572ce4208e | What might cause weight gain during breast cancer treatment? | Many things can play a role. Chemotherapy can bring on premature menopause. Menopause also causes you to gain more body fat and lose lean muscle. It's common for women who have chemotherapy to gain about 5 to 14 pounds over a year. Some gain less, while others put on as many as 25 pounds. Weight loss can cause you to lose energy, and poor nutrition can make it harder for you to recover. |
7e135ca3ab9a479021b60f5b74179a9c | How does medication cause weight changes during breast cancer treatment? | Another reason for weight gain is the use of corticosteroids. So far, though, no conclusive studies have shown a relationship between this hormone and the gains. |
165053bd7508a080b721b7bd6c621106 | How common are weight changes during breast cancer treatment? | Most women gain pounds, but others lose some. When you get your cancer treatment, it's common to feel stress and have some fatigue, nausea, or pain. |
423e11b2a2d7b106158bcdf70a632644 | Who is more likely to have urea cycle disorders (UCDs)? | They are inherited diseases -- you pass them down to your child. We all inherit two copies of our genes, one from each parent. With most UCDs, you must get a defective gene from both parents to get the disease. The genes tell your child's body how to break down protein. One UCD, called ornithine transcarbamylase ( OTC) deficiency, is what doctors call a sex-linked disorder. Mothers carry the gene on their X chromosome, and they mostly pass it to their sons. |
04cac6fdfabb88681d9bb9c5a98af379 | Are natural bug repellants safe for babies over 2 months old? | The American Academy of Pediatrics ( AAP) is clear: Bug repellents -- even the DEET-free ones -- are not safe for newborns. They aren't as long-lasting, though, and they can irritate your baby's skin. |
d57b6cf03c1534609bdd0347198eeff6 | How should you apply bug repellent on your baby? | Since you can't use lotions and sprays on the very small, the best way to keep your baby from becoming a bug buffet is by avoiding bugs in the first place. Cover with clothes. Don't put it on your baby's hands or near his mouth and eyes. Skip skin that's cut, scraped, or has a rash. |
b74a98edfeeba2aae0cacd250ca2cefe | How is a chest x-ray used to screen for lung cancer? | If your doctor thinks you might have cancer because of your symptoms or your screening test, you may need to take some of these exams: Sputum Cytology. It uses radiation in low doses to make images of your lungs. |
b067f3217dec46e8d8d94050973e9675 | What is the purpose of a screening test for lung cancer? | The heads up would let you start treatment early, when the condition is easier to fight. If your screening shows you may have lung cancer, your doctor will likely order up "diagnostic" tests. Those can pinpoint the type of the disease and whether it's spread to other places in the body. If your doctor thinks you might have cancer because of your symptoms or your screening test, you may need to take some of these exams: Sputum Cytology. |
dc01c3beabe150188c826d9a0256d8ca | When should you screen for lung cancer? | The heads up would let you start treatment early, when the condition is easier to fight. If your screening shows you may have lung cancer, your doctor will likely order up "diagnostic" tests. If your doctor thinks you might have cancer because of your symptoms or your screening test, you may need to take some of these exams: Sputum Cytology. |
8d2441abe183d423c6bdf3f2750828d9 | What are kissing bugs? | They don't kiss. But they might bite you, probably while you sleep. Most bites are harmless. Sometimes, though, they can cause allergic reactions or spread disease. Very rarely, they can lead to heart disease or sudden deaths. If they live where you do, here's what you need to know. Like mosquitoes and ticks, kissing bugs need blood to live. |
b639c9bd86048953778fa03645e72526 | What risk factors are linked to essential hypertension? | High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is dangerous because it makes the heart work harder to pump blood out to the body and contributes to hardening of the arteries, or atherosclerosis, to stroke, kidney disease, and to heart failure. Age and race also play a role. In the United States, blacks are twice as likely as whites to have high blood pressure, although the gap begins to narrow around age 44. After age 65, black women have the highest incidence of high blood pressure. |
92bfa7fbf693a33ed1a938e9112b0c88 | What happens during a heart CT scan? | You'll lie on a special scanning table. The technologist will clean three small areas of your chest and place small, sticky electrode patches there. This will help your coronary arteries to show up. During the scan, you'll feel the table move inside a doughnut-shaped scanner. The high-speed CT scan gets many images, in sync with your heartbeat. The whole thing takes only a few minutes. |
a65ffca23bbe13ab507131d8203bd2f2 | How does etancercept treat rheumatoid arthritis? | Your doctor will call this type of drug an " IL-1 blocker." Your doctor should: Test you for tuberculosis and hepatitis before you take it Check you for infections, including tuberculosis, while you take it How it works: It targets tumor necrosis factor ( TNF), a chemical your body makes that causes inflammation. |
79c1df11597a2304f102fea8849eacde | How does anakinra work to treat rheumatoid arthritis? | Your doctor will call this type of drug an " IL-1 blocker." Your doctor should: Test you for tuberculosis and hepatitis before you take it Check you for infections, including tuberculosis, while you take it How it works: It targets tumor necrosis factor ( TNF), a chemical your body makes that causes inflammation. |
0a08846cade7ec854e333899dd33991c | How does certolizumab treat rheumatoid arthritis? | Your doctor will call this type of drug an " IL-1 blocker." Your doctor should: Test you for tuberculosis and hepatitis before you take it Check you for infections, including tuberculosis, while you take it How it works: It targets tumor necrosis factor ( TNF), a chemical your body makes that causes inflammation. |
31e49b4575d6be9405cac751a4aacaa1 | What foods can make acid reflux symptoms worse? | Lots of people are intimately familiar with acid reflux symptoms. To lessen your symptoms, try avoiding: Citrus fruits Chocolate Caffeinated drinks or alcohol Spicy, fatty, or fried foods Garlic and onions Peppermint Tomatoes Usually, acid reflux symptoms cause no complications. |
c44a0294ce118579715be4b2bd680428 | How many people get transverse myelitis? | Infections: Bacterial infections like Lyme disease, tuberculosis, and syphilis Fungal infections of the spinal cord, like aspergillus, blastomyces, coccidioides, and cryptococcus Parasites such as toxoplasmosis, cysticercosis, schistosomiasis, and angtiostrongyloid Viral Infections like varicella zoster, which causes chickenpox and shingles; enterovirus; and West Nile virus Multiple sclerosis ( MS): Transverse myelitis can be the first sign of MS, which destroys myelin in your brain and spinal cord. About 1,400 people a year get transverse myelitis, and about 33,000 people have some sort of disability as a result. |
41830670c41052b853589e68cfb1eeb3 | What causes transverse myelitis? | More than half the time, doctors aren't sure what causes it. It's often linked to: Autoimmune conditions like lupus and Sjogren's syndrome that cause inflammation. Your doctor will run tests to figure out if you have transverse myelitis or some other condition. |
d2fa332aea983dd70855e97288fee06d | How can neuromyelitis optica cause transverse myelitis? | If you have this type, symptoms will show up on both sides of your body. Spinal tap: For this test, your doctor puts a needle in between two vertebrae (bones in your back) to take a sample of the fluid that surrounds your brain and spinal cord. |
ae442dd71a70af8a1cb2d418e5116723 | What tests might your doctor suggest to find out if you have high-output heart failure? | They can include: Shortness of breath Tiredness or weakness Swelling in your feet, ankles, legs, or abdomen Lasting cough or wheezing Fast or irregular heartbeat Dizziness Confusion Having to go to the bathroom more often at night Nausea Lack of appetite To figure out if you have heart failure, your doctor will: Examine you Ask about your medical history Run some tests Those tests might include: Blood tests: Abnormal levels of important substances can show strain to organs due to heart failure. Electrocardiogram ( EKG): This records the electrical activity of your heart. Chest X-ray: It will let your doctor know if you have an enlarged heart. It can also show congestion. Echocardiogram: This uses sound waves to make a video image of your heart. Exercise test: You may hear this called a stress test. It will show any blockages or weakened arteries. |
e9c16f0de1c9377e82d45e21e14a64f5 | What is high-output heart failure? | Usually, if you have heart failure, your heart isn't pumping enough blood through your body to help it work the way it should. With the high-output version, it's pumping a normal amount of blood -- or even more than normal. Still, your body isn't getting enough to help it work well. The things that lead to high-output heart failure are different from what brings other types of the condition. Many of the causes of high-output heart failure are curable. |
e9ee0af76754504ddfdb42f72f770129 | How is high-output heart failure treated? | The things that lead to high-output heart failure are different from what brings other types of the condition. It's a good idea to treat the underlying cause first. Your doctor may suggest other treatments, including a diet low in salt and water. You may also take diuretics (water pills) to help ease swelling. Taking traditional heart failure drugs will often not help. They can make things worse. There are medicines called vasoconstrictor adrenergics that can help by making your blood vessels smaller. |
09f2407a85139300894a04e0ef5eb6c2 | What causes cystic acne? | When you're a teenager, androgens increase. This leads to changes in your skin that can result in clogged pores and acne. In women, hormone changes can be brought on by menstrual cycles, pregnancy, menopause, or a condition called polycystic ovary syndrome. If one of your parents had severe cystic acne, you have a greater chance of getting it. Spironolactone is a medication that helps you get rid of unneeded water, but also is effective for cystic acne in women. |
17590cdfc1cc688d1d0abc4fabc22dea | How is a sublingual provocative challenge used to diagnose food allergies? | You may feel itching in your mouth. Some techniques can't effectively identify food allergies. A technician then checks the sample under the microscope to see if white cells in the blood "die." Sublingual or subcutaneous provocative challenge. It's similar to a skin test, but the sample of food allergen goes under your tongue or gets injected under your skin. |
8c15795a12c06658457433795cd19877 | What should I know about food allergies or food intolerances? | !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(); }); } People often have an unpleasant reaction to something they ate and think they have a food allergy. A food allergy is caused by your immune system reacting to the food when it doesn't need to. With a food intolerance, your immune system isn't responsible. For example, being allergic to milk is different from not being able to digest it properly because of lactose intolerance. A differential diagnosis is the process of telling the difference between a food allergy, a food intolerance, and other illnesses. If you're extremely allergic and have severe reactions, skin testing could be dangerous. Some techniques can't effectively identify food allergies. At restaurants, you might have to ask about the ingredients that are in specific dishes or in the kitchen. Researchers have found that hyperactivity in children may be related to food additives, but only occasionally and only when the child has had a lot of them. |
3cd508d1b78f7b1769e11e67efc9b6c3 | What are non-approved treatments for food allergies? | The first time you eat a food you're allergic to, certain cells make a lot of Ig E for the part of the food that triggers your allergy, called an allergen. You regularly get small amounts of food extracts over a long period of time to help your body build up a kind of tolerance. But researchers haven't yet proven that allergy shots work for food allergies. |
5ee483b51415c5341be2f7760123f337 | When is an immune complex assay used to diagnose food allergies? | When both of your parents have allergies, you're more likely to have food allergies than if only one parent has allergies. Immune complex assay. But these clusters normally form as part of food digestion, and everyone, if tested with a sensitive enough measurement, has them. |
4d73c4d3ed85eca33c30c5f36de824ef | How do food allergies work? | Some people come from families where allergies are common -- not necessarily food allergies, but perhaps hay fever, asthma, or hives. When both of your parents have allergies, you're more likely to have food allergies than if only one parent has allergies. Food allergies involve two parts of your immune system. One is immunoglobulin E ( Ig E), a type of protein called an antibody that moves through the blood. The other is mast cells, which you have in all body tissues but especially in places like your nose, throat, lungs, skin, and digestive tract. The first time you eat a food you're allergic to, certain cells make a lot of Ig E for the part of the food that triggers your allergy, called an allergen. The Ig E gets released and attaches to the surface of mast cells. The next time you eat that food, the allergen interacts with that Ig E and triggers the mast cells to release chemicals such as histamine. Depending on the tissue they're in, these chemicals will cause various symptoms. You may feel itching in your mouth. Then you may have symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, or belly pain. For highly allergic people, even tiny amounts of an allergen (as little as 1/44,000 of a peanut kernel) can trigger a reaction. |
de7926fe3b6bca0a6a148130002e4853 | What medications do doctors use to treat food allergies? | Your skin test may show an allergy to a food without you having allergic reactions when eating that food. Medications can help relieve food allergy symptoms that aren't part of an anaphylactic reaction: Antihistamines for digestive issues, hives, and sneezing and a runny nose Bronchodilators for tightened airways or asthma-like symptoms But these won't prevent an allergic reaction if you take them before eating the food. No medication can. |
c9c69eb9da889bfbb10b4426314872ab | What is an exercise-induced food allergy? | As your body temperature goes up, you'll begin to itch, get lightheaded, and could have hives or even anaphylaxis. Fortunately, the cure is simple: Don't eat that food for a couple of hours before you work out. How much did you eat before the reaction started? |
7d278409ad5790386f39996a5216cb82 | How is cytotoxicity testing used to diagnose food allergies? | So your doctor will diagnose a food allergy only when you have a positive skin test and a history of reactions to the same food. A food allergen is added to your blood sample. A technician then checks the sample under the microscope to see if white cells in the blood "die." |
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