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e60eadaa82fcbc4d52701e738b6ec866 | How can surgery help with normal-tension glaucoma? | Surgery If medicines and laser treatments don't control your eye pressure, your doctor may talk to you about different surgery options. One procedure, called a trabeculectomy, creates a new opening in the white of your eye (or sclera) for fluid to drain. Or you might be able to get a tiny drainage tube implanted in your eye to reduce pressure. |
834c3b671fcf83ce67bd54ddf215c55b | How can laser treatment help with normal-tension glaucoma? | Laser Treatment An eye surgeon will use a laser to unclog and open the drain holes in your eye. This way, fluid can flow out more easily and eye pressure will be reduced. You can get the laser treatment done in your ophthalmologist's office or an outpatient surgery center. |
50155807ec4d05f7d2b4412f940fe86e | How can eye drops help with normal-tension glaucoma? | Eye Drops These are usually the first step in glaucoma treatment. Some prescription drops cause your eye to make less fluid. That helps lower pressure. Other drops help the fluid drain from your eye better. |
16821f3afba6f35c78f63d70cd37cde2 | What are feeding questions you may have at your baby's 2-month checkup? | Should my baby be nursing less often now? When is it time to start solid food? |
b72a76c0f9e40f7e1143400b2c44b257 | What are feeding tips for a baby? | Continue to feed your baby when she wants to be fed, about 7 to 8 times a day. Your baby may be going longer between feedings and have fewer poopy diapers, and that's okay. Spitting up is common. Holding your baby upright in your arms, in a swing, or in a car seat for about 30 minutes after feeding may help. Make sure you continue to burp her after each feeding. Don't give your baby infant cereal, juice, or other solids yet. Her digestive system is not ready. And NO water. Breast milk or formula is all your baby needs right now! |
a2ba3cd8eb015de157f58a2e005f1305 | What are the combination immunizations your baby will get at the 2-month checkup? | These may include: DTa P (diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis) Hib (haemophilus influenzae type b) IPV (polio vaccine) PCV (pneumococcal conjugate vaccine) HBV (hepatitis B) RV (rotavirus) Remember, these vaccines are safe, and your baby really needs them to protect her from many life-threatening illnesses, such as pertussis or whooping cough. |
8ee1eec3fd822ecd3037cc6a304cf114 | What are questions your baby's doctor may ask at the baby's 2-month checkup? | Is your baby getting tummy time? Can your baby hold her head up sometimes? Has your baby smiled yet? Is your baby alert to sounds? Is your baby stretching and moving her arms and legs well? |
431a242945f8a802967da34a0b915a81 | What are sleeping questions you may have at the baby's 2-month checkup? | I'm so tired -- when will my baby sleep through the night? How can I help my baby learn to go to sleep on her own? |
fc258748bd0e358cb70523fa8c897777 | What are sleeping tips for a baby? | Holding your baby upright in your arms, in a swing, or in a car seat for about 30 minutes after feeding may help. To encourage night sleep, change or feed your baby at night with low lights on and don't play with your baby right before bed. This way, your baby knows it's time to sleep, not play. To help your baby go to sleep on her own, put your baby down when she's drowsy, not overly tired. This is also a great time to start talking to your baby. She'll be fascinated by your voice and will likely respond with coos and smiles! And enjoy every moment -- your baby will change quickly! |
fb9fa25f96b06a56de80e55268b2ab2d | What will my doctors plan my lung cancer treatment on? | It will depend in part on: What type of the disease you have Its stage Whether the cancer has spread in your body The side effects the treatment may cause Your age and general health Your preferences and goals Ask your doctor to explain the recommended treatment plan, including its benefits, side effects, and how it might make you feel during and after it. |
77e558f3d7d83a0a903e6634f54049c7 | What is my treatment option if I have a non-small cell lung cancer and can't have surgery? | If you have non-small cell lung cancer and can't have surgery, this treatment may be an option. Your doctor guides a thin needle through your skin until it touches the tumor inside your lung. Then an electric current passes through it to heat and kill the cancer cells. |
ca4db22987cde77abe6f16a51934ad59 | What questions should I ask my doctor about my lung cancer treatment? | It will depend in part on: What type of the disease you have Its stage Whether the cancer has spread in your body The side effects the treatment may cause Your age and general health Your preferences and goals Ask your doctor to explain the recommended treatment plan, including its benefits, side effects, and how it might make you feel during and after it. |
61b44d1e3354010da123d67f4fdde20e | Are other treatments being researched to treat lung cancer? | Scientists are studying new combinations of chemotherapy, new forms of radiation, and drugs that make cancer cells more sensitive to radiation. |
72b44d05c1eb99b2971aaed479ae3843 | What are targeted treatments that are used for lung cancer? | Drugs that target specific parts of cancer cells or tumors are called targeted treatments. Some of them seem to help control lung cancer that has spread. They include: Afatinib ( Gilotrif) Alectinib ( Alecensa) Bevacizumab ( Avastin) Brigatinib ( Alunbrig) Ceritinib ( Zykadia) Crizotinib ( Xalkori) Dabrafenib ( Tafinlar) Dacomitinib ( Vizimpro) Erlotinib ( Tarceva) Gefitinib ( Iressa) Lorlatinib ( Lorbrena) Necitumumab ( Portrazza) Osimertinib ( Tagrisso) Ramucirumab ( Cyramza) Trametinib ( Mekanist) Other drugs, such as atezolizumab ( Tecentriq), durvalumab ( Imfinzi), nivolumab ( Opdivo) and pembrolizumab ( Keytruda), use the body's own defenses to attack cancer cells. |
6b7d0764ad7e12fa098c5531490e94f1 | Is surgery an option to treat my lung cancer? | It's usually the best way to treat non-small-cell lung cancer. Your doctor can remove the part of the lung that has the tumor and the tissue around it. Or you may need to have your entire lung removed. You might also need radiation or chemotherapy after surgery. If you have non-small cell lung cancer and can't have surgery, this treatment may be an option. |
289e0bb67ab9ff5bc4ed9f8908262932 | Do some patients go into remission from rheumatoid arthritis after using combination therapy? | Some people go into remission, which means they don't have any joint pain, swelling, or other RA symptoms. The goal of treatment is to relieve your symptoms as much as possible without side effects from your medicine. |
06640eeb28f7b1d579e40aced219a2d3 | Can I take more than one medication to treat rheumatoid arthritis? | Taking more than one medication can't reverse joint damage that you already have, and it isn't a cure. But it can prevent further damage and help you avoid other health problems that can come with rheumatoid arthritis, like heart attack and stroke. |
4a061db5c89ba8bdac1e7a06740e7444 | What should I expect during combination therapy for rheumatoid arthritis? | Combination therapy can mean less joint pain, morning stiffness, and inflammation. It can also help slow or stop your RA from getting worse. You might be able to have a more active life. |
f268286e1d0aa76291142f738a871fed | What is combination therapy for rheumatoid arthritis? | It could also slow or stop joint damage caused by RA. When you first find out you have the condition, you probably start taking one drug, usually methotrexate. If that doesn't give you enough relief, your doctor would add another drug. If your RA is more severe, your doctor may prescribe more than one medication right away. They can help you move better. |
ee0411cfb967c99fbd9dc661022d8f6d | How long will it take for my child to be able to feed himself? | Most babies do not become really skilled at it until they are well past their first birthday. Encourage your child to practice safely, and again, be prepared for a little mess. |
13f12f47e4eb87b2aeff6caf5dec0228 | Do I have to use the buckle on my baby's high chair? | That's a serious milestone, but you'll need to follow these safety rules: Always buckle a baby into his chair for safety, even if he is unable to get out with the tray in place. As he gets older and becomes more active, he may be able to squirm out. It is a good habit to buckle a child as soon as you place him in his chair -- even if you think there's no chance he could fall out or climb out. You may get distracted for a moment, which happens really easily when we are trying to do a million things at once! |
ec87408285c2e7973905905440036964 | Does my baby need to drink water? | Babies don't need water during their first 6 months of life. They get all the water they need from breast milk or baby formula. Babies under age 6 months should not be given any water at all, because it's easy to fill up their tiny stomachs -- and they should be filling up on the nutrients they receive from the milk to grow. Once they start eating mostly solid foods, around age 9 months, they can start water with meals using a sippy cup. |
359908604b706e3ccfffe39438bc2971 | When should babies start eating solid foods? | Most pediatricians, and the American Academy of Pediatrics, recommend introducing solid foods to babies when they are between ages 4 and 6 months. If your baby is around this age, can sit up well with support, and shows interest in the foods he sees you eating, it's probably a good time to venture into feeding your baby solid food. If your baby is exclusively breastfed, it is recommended that you wait until he is 6 months to start solids. |
a062dc3eecb25218a815035367af1c0d | When do babies start using a spoon to feed themselves? | Try giving him a soft-tipped spoon to hold while you feed him with another. He can get used to holding the spoon himself and will also be distracted from grabbing yours. Most babies do not become really skilled at it until they are well past their first birthday. |
c05fe418814e4d08ea552fe6e6362325 | What can I do about my gout? | If you think your condition is getting worse, talk to your doctor. He will give you medicine to keep your uric acid levels low and to try to prevent future attacks and complications. |
6300ec85889e804918935e3ce3d10d20 | Are vision problems and yeast infections signs your child might have blood sugar problems? | Vision problems: High blood sugar can pull fluid from the eye, making it hard to focus. Yeast infections: Yeast thrives on sugar, which may lead to infections in girls and diaper rashes in babies. |
23072e84141738e6daf61ebd673a3628 | Are constant bathroom trips or extreme thirst signs your child might have blood sugar problems? | Tip-offs that your child's blood sugar level may be too high include: Constant trips to the bathroom: If it seems like he has to pee all the time, it might be because his body is trying to flush out extra glucose. Extreme thirst: If your youngster is peeing a lot, he's losing a lot of fluids. He may try to get them back by drinking more than usual. |
eb233d1b1bbd574143d5539d7c49788e | If your child is having trouble using glucose the right way, his body may start breaking down muscle and fat for energy. | Tip-offs that your child's blood sugar level may be too high include: Constant trips to the bathroom: If it seems like he has to pee all the time, it might be because his body is trying to flush out extra glucose. |
3aa7b78f8ec9e66fa5a6b8c58ce39ee4 | What can cause a child to have low blood sugar? | That's true, but only up to a certain point: If blood sugar goes too low, it means your child won't have enough fuel. If it gets really low (your doctor may call it hypoglycemia), your child could have a seizure or even develop brain damage. A child who doesn't have diabetes might have an episode of hypoglycemia because he skipped lunch before soccer practice. It's also possible that a medicine your child takes raises his chances of having low blood sugar. He also could have been born with a condition that affects his metabolism. In any case, unless the cause is clear-cut (like not eating before being active), you should have your child's pediatrician investigate. |
40cd6951a9c3257a0ad0d5980ae66f78 | What might you notice if your child has low blood sugar? | If your child has low blood sugar, you may notice: Pale or gray skin Moodiness Clumsiness Confusion Your child might tell you that he: Feels shaky or dizzy Gets headaches Struggles to see clearly Sweats even when he's not active Is hungry a lot The skin around his mouth might also tingle, and it might feel like his heart is racing. |
90b712d5e1540546e4d4db6505d3e65d | What is one serving of alcohol? | Remember, one serving is: Five ounces of wine, or 12 ounces of beer, or 1.5 ounces of hard liquor TRUE A high-fiber diet (more than 50 grams/day) can lower blood sugar levels. |
f4ef7ee228e3ed40079967a92e81e342 | Can I have alcohol if I have diabetes? | TRUE Within limits, alcohol is OK. But there are exceptions. You shouldn't drink if your blood sugar levels aren't under control or if you have nerve damage from diabetes. If you do drink, keep portions modest: up to one drink a day for women, or up to two drinks a day for men. |
6a62f4f61a83a46b29feb06ff45bb676 | What can happen if I come off sugar and sweeteners if I have diabetes? | But once you come off sugar and sweeteners for a few weeks, your body and taste buds will adapt, and you won't need or crave as much sweetness. Fruits and other natural foods will taste sweeter and more satisfying. |
265b428c42d7b2cbc608cf300388f361 | How much protein is too much if you have diabetes? | TRUE A high-protein diet can be a problem if you have kidney problems. How much protein is too much? If you have kidney problems, the American Diabetes Association suggests you get just 15% to 20% of your calories from protein. And do your heart a favor: Choose protein such as beans, fish, or chicken more often than fatty cuts of meat. |
ffe546e6264493669e931fe13fec158e | Are sweet treats off-limits if you have diabetes? | FALSE Sweet treats -- like candies, pies, cakes -- were once off-limits for people with diabetes. Not anymore. In fact, research has shown that starches like potatoes and white bread affect blood glucose levels much like sugar -- causing sometimes dangerous spikes in blood sugar. If you're at a wedding, for instance, you can have a small slice of cake -- very small. |
06e24c447c335ce770aafd8b86488da9 | Is it okay to have sweets if you have diabetes? | If you're at a wedding, for instance, you can have a small slice of cake -- very small. Just substitute it for another starchy carb you might eat, like a small potato or a piece of bread. Others have carbohydrates that are absorbed into the blood more slowly than table sugar, so they don't pose a threat to your blood sugar levels. TRUE Within limits, alcohol is OK. |
74622ef57cb68edcc72d1383b58a41ca | When should I talk to my doctor about diabetic retinopathy? | But there are exceptions. You shouldn't drink if your blood sugar levels aren't under control or if you have nerve damage from diabetes. How? If you have kidney problems, the American Diabetes Association suggests you get just 15% to 20% of your calories from protein. |
b1aa1fc586db847c68d11ef43c977235 | What desserts can I have if I have a sweet tooth and have diabetes? | Many artificial sweeteners have no carbs or calories, so you don't need to count them in your meal plan. Others have carbohydrates that are absorbed into the blood more slowly than table sugar, so they don't pose a threat to your blood sugar levels. You shouldn't drink if your blood sugar levels aren't under control or if you have nerve damage from diabetes. |
cfab4e2769dfa6c65c9e2f1df33557ec | What should you use to treat a general insect bite? | Soothe them all with an ice cube, a cold washcloth, calamine lotion, a paste of baking soda, or an over-the-counter hydrocortisone ointment. For mosquito or other minor bites, try calamine lotion. |
115d5ee4a7384a55f01d15920aaa7c62 | What should you do to treat fire ant stings? | Soak the affected area in ice water and use an anti-itch medicine to calm your skin. |
9e86df07820a7423efa765930884e0d3 | What are some serious stings and bites that you should call your doctor about? | If you've been bitten or stung by any of the following (or think you have), call your doctor: Black widow. |
3c39fbb5a0963e9b821505f3f8dd850c | What should you do if an insect bite or sting causes a severe reaction? | If you develop one, call your doctor. If your reaction is severe, he may also prescribe antivenom. |
e93e205e34acf58da1cab5bd854d9eb6 | How can calcium help prevent high blood pressure? | Populations with low calcium intakes have high rates of high blood pressure. However, it has not been proven that taking calcium tablets will prevent high blood pressure. But it is important to be sure to get at least the recommended amount of calcium -- 1,000 milligrams per day for adults 19 to 50 years old and 1,200 mg for those over 50 (pregnant and breastfeeding women also need more) -- from the foods you eat. Dairy foods like low-fat milk, yogurt, and cheese are good sources of calcium. Low-fat and nonfat dairy products have even more calcium than the high-fat types. |
ee904c9e7d3b8ee3327a025ac780e793 | How can garlic help prevent high blood pressure? | Garlic. There has been some evidence to suggest garlic's effect in lowering blood pressure, in addition to improving cholesterol and reducing some cancers. Further research is being conducted to fully assess garlic's potential health benefits. Always talk to your doctor before taking a dietary supplement or alternative herbal treatment. Some may interact with other medications you may be taking or have harmful side effects. |
befb4e90c6399971d2b725209b1dbdc8 | How can maintaining a healthy weight help prevent high blood pressure? | Being overweight can make you two to six times more likely to develop high blood pressure than if you are at your desirable weight. Even small amounts of weight loss can make a big difference in helping to prevent and treat high blood pressure. |
3f42b6051b1779cd21a569b6906d3a2c | How can fish oils help prevent high blood pressure? | Large amounts of fish oils may help reduce high blood pressure, but their role in prevention is unclear. Taking fish oil pills is not routinely recommended, primarily because it is unclear whether supplements can make a difference; getting omega 3's as part of a heart healthy diet is best. Most fish, if not fried or made with added fat, is low in saturated fat and calories and can be eaten often. |
e33975da23e8825bd7218f4d15408a92 | How can drinking less alcohol help prevent high blood pressure? | Drinking alcohol in moderation, if at all: Drinking too much alcohol can raise your blood pressure. To help prevent high blood pressure, limit how much alcohol you drink to no more than two drinks a day. The " Dietary Guidelines for Americans" recommends that for overall health, women should limit their alcohol to no more than one drink a day. |
74be338afa38a947a67ad86efa60b942 | How can lowering stress help prevent high blood pressure? | Reduce stress: Stress can make blood pressure go up, and over time may contribute to the cause of high blood pressure. |
79527e0739df0bde42e8e58e63cee382 | How many American adults have high blood pressure? | About 1 in every 4 American adults has high blood pressure, also called hypertension, which is a major risk factor for heart and kidney diseases, stroke, and heart failure. High blood pressure is especially dangerous because it often gives no warning signs or symptoms. Fortunately, you can find out if you have high blood pressure by having your blood pressure checked regularly. If it is high, you can take steps to lower it. Just as important, if your blood pressure is normal, you can learn how to keep it from rising. |
ed49103cf9d2969f0385633de68fdaaf | How can regular exercise help prevent high blood pressure? | Getting regular exercise: People who are physically active have a lower risk of getting high blood pressure -- 20% to 50% lower -- than people who are not active. You don't have to be a marathon runner to benefit from physical activity. Even light activities, if done daily, can help lower your risk. |
6c7e203dc4bd4c384a18297d60c28491 | How can eating less salt help prevent high blood pressure? | Reducing salt intake: Often, when people with high blood pressure cut back on salt, their blood pressure falls. Cutting back on salt also prevents blood pressure from rising. |
4f02ecac91a3cfb4ef727d298171405a | How can potassium help prevent high blood pressure? | If it is high, you can take steps to lower it. Eating foods rich in potassium will help protect some people from developing high blood pressure. You probably can get enough potassium from your diet, so a supplement isn't necessary (and could be dangerous without a doctor's oversight). Many fruits, vegetables, dairy foods, and fish are good sources of potassium. |
0a175a7688086d644c3609a2882b1c85 | How can you avoid breaking a shoulder? | To help your shoulder accomplish all those tasks, your doctor may refer you to a specialist like one of these: Physiatrist, a doctor trained in nerve, muscle, and bone recovery Physical therapist, who uses movement and exercises to help you get your shoulder back to normal Occupational therapist, who helps you do your day-to-day activities as you heal Your risk of breaking a bone is greater after a fracture, so take extra care. Your doctor will go over ways to avoid falls. For instance, he may suggest you: Keep good posture. Avoid risky activities. Do bone-strengthening exercises. |
27ae281689711b5c9bd06726886d78d5 | Do you need surgery for a broken collarbone? | It usually heals without surgery. Your doctor may fit you with a sling to hold your arm still. If the bone comes through the skin, or if it's fractured in more than one place, you may need an operation. Just like with shoulder surgery, your doctor will need to hold it together with plates, screws, or pins. |
13b09f42bbe3dcc30e26636c0670b4f7 | When do you need surgery for a broken arm? | A break there can heal without surgery if the bones haven't shifted apart. You'll need to wear a sling while it heals. If the break is serious, a surgeon will put in pins, plates, and screws. In some cases, you might need a total shoulder replacement. |
705c32120be8148c264e7c71ba39aff5 | What's the treatment for a fractured shoulder blade? | It's protected by your chest and layers of muscle, so a fracture there isn't that common. But if you do break it, you probably won't need surgery. Instead, your doctor will give you a sling that holds your arm in place and keeps it still while the bone heals. You can also expect a prescription for pain medicine and instructions to apply ice. |
19e2f7df3d5dd584e0f6ff7f68a3308b | Which specialists can help you with broken shoulder? | To help your shoulder accomplish all those tasks, your doctor may refer you to a specialist like one of these: Physiatrist, a doctor trained in nerve, muscle, and bone recovery Physical therapist, who uses movement and exercises to help you get your shoulder back to normal Occupational therapist, who helps you do your day-to-day activities as you heal Your risk of breaking a bone is greater after a fracture, so take extra care. |
9575ff3f203434ac1fc6252cce0bebcb | How do you know if you have a broken shoulder? | First, your doctor will carefully check the injury to see where and how bad it is. So expect a physical exam and an X-ray. After that, you may need to get a CT scan, which is a powerful X-ray that makes detailed pictures inside your body. Your doctor will then suggest a treatment plan. |
f87bfdbd6eb63ff136432276bae97781 | What three bones make up your shoulders? | Your shoulder is made up of three bones, and a fracture usually involves one of them: Shoulder blade (scapula) Collarbone (clavicle) Arm bone (humerus) Here's what to expect with each kind of fracture: Shoulder blade. |
881215e58016769bd0ad769ff57d2815 | What are the side effects of aloe vera? | Topical aloe vera might cause skin irritation. Oral aloe, which has a laxative effect, can cause cramping and diarrhea. This may cause electrolyte imbalances in the blood of people who ingest aloe for more than a few days. It can also stain the colon, thus making it difficult to visualize the colon during a colonoscopy. So avoid it for a month before having a colonoscopy. Aloe gel, for topical or oral use, should be free of aloin, which can be irritating to the gastrointestinal tract. |
29381f1017e00f836a6ee4e894eccf8b | What are the risks of using aloe vera? | Researchers warn against the chronic use of aloe vera; however, if the aloe product is free of aloin -- an extract of the plant that has been found to cause colorectal cancer in rats -- it may be OK as a topical remedy for sunburn. Aloin is found between the outer leaf of the aloe plant and the gooey stuff inside. |
bdb6ced58b6763bcbf957eb7e85f4e42 | How much aloe vera should you use? | Some creams for minor burns have just 0.5% aloe vera. Others used for psoriasis may contain as much as 70% aloe vera. As an oral supplement, aloe has no set dose. For constipation, some use 100-200 milligrams of aloe juice -- or 50 milligrams of aloe extract -- daily as needed. For diabetes, 1 tablespoon of the gel has been used daily. High oral doses of aloe or aloe latex are dangerous. Ask your doctor for advice on how to use aloe. |
e4951aa2b600582d6abfb8c38a9776b2 | Do any foods contain aloe vera? | There are no foods that contain aloe vera, so it must be taken in supplement or gel form. Some forms of aloe vera are safer to take than others, and chronic use is discouraged. |
5b5dbd67ca37071ebd846cb040e7b36d | What are the uses of aloe vera? | Studies have shown that aloe gel might be effective in treating psoriasis, seborrhea, dandruff, and minor burns and skin abrasions, as well as radiation-induced skin injuries. Aloe gel also seems helpful in treating the sores caused by genital herpes in men. There's also strong evidence that aloe juice, which contains latex, taken by mouth is a powerful laxative. Aloe vera gel taken orally (by mouth) seems to help lower blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. It may also help to lower cholesterol. |
c35fdf9398d72f312c8cf178acdcdbaa | How much weight should you gain when pregnant? | In general, you should gain about 2 to 4 pounds during the first three months you're pregnant and 1 pound a week during the rest of your pregnancy. If you are expecting twins you should gain 35 to 45 pounds during your pregnancy. This would be an average of 1 ½ pounds per week after the usual weight gain in the first three months. It's especially important to gain the right amount of weight when you're expecting twins because your weight affects the babies' weight. And because twins are often born before the due date, a higher birth weight is important for their health. |
587d047cb32b587943080df780fa7b97 | How can you gain the right amount of weight during pregnancy? | If your health care provider wants you to gain weight while you're pregnant, try these tips: Eat five to six small meals every day. Keep quick, easy snacks on hand, such as nuts, raisins, cheese and crackers, dried fruit, and ice cream or yogurt. Spread peanut butter on toast, crackers, apples, bananas, or celery. One tablespoon of creamy peanut butter gives you about 100 calories and 7 grams of protein. Add nonfat powdered milk to mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs, and hot cereal. Add extras to your meal, such as butter or margarine, cream cheese, gravy, sour cream, and cheese. |
92c5fe2ab23fa3ebd8461dd089e61f3a | Is it safe to lose weight when pregnant? | Baby: 8 pounds Placenta: 2-3 pounds Amniotic fluid: 2-3 pounds Breast tissue: 2-3 pounds Blood supply: 4 pounds Stored fat for delivery and breastfeeding: 5-9 pounds Larger uterus: 2-5 pounds Total: 25-35 pounds If a woman is very overweight when she gets pregnant, her doctor may want her to lose weight. She should only lose weight under her doctor's care. But in most cases, women should not try to lose weight or diet during pregnancy. |
9c588c96f2f7869933f635439f41562e | Should you really eat for two when pregnant? | Though you do need some extra calories, it's not necessary to ''eat for two.'' The average pregnant woman needs only about 300 healthy calories more a day than she did before she was pregnant. This will help her gain the right amount of weight during pregnancy. Ask your health care provider how much weight you should gain. A woman who was average weight before getting pregnant should gain 25 to 35 pounds after becoming pregnant. Underweight women should gain 28 to 40 pounds. And overweight women may need to gain only 15 to 25 pounds during pregnancy. |
db0a1a4d0629c3695f7769d9ae8c6fa0 | What foods should you avoid or limit in order to not gain too much weight during pregnancy? | Your starting weight can give you a good idea of how many pounds you should gain during your pregnancy. If you have gained more weight than your doctor recommended, talk to your doctor about it. In most cases, you'll want to wait until after delivery to lose weight. Also, choose low-fat or fat-free cheese or yogurt. Limit sweet or sugary drinks. Choose water, club soda, or mineral water to skip extra calories. Fats include cooking oils, margarine, butter, gravy, sauces, mayonnaise, regular salad dressings, sauces, lard, sour cream, and cream cheese. |
7abed90a859373402c8c6341f5b0c9fb | Where does the extra weight go during pregnancy? | And overweight women may need to gain only 15 to 25 pounds during pregnancy. Baby: 8 pounds Placenta: 2-3 pounds Amniotic fluid: 2-3 pounds Breast tissue: 2-3 pounds Blood supply: 4 pounds Stored fat for delivery and breastfeeding: 5-9 pounds Larger uterus: 2-5 pounds Total: 25-35 pounds If a woman is very overweight when she gets pregnant, her doctor may want her to lose weight. |
36fb52f76d81d08437dfad73bbf1673b | When should I get medical help for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)? | PID can cause serious problems if it's not treated. For example, you might have trouble getting pregnant or have pain in your pelvic area that doesn't go away. In some cases, PID can bring on more intense symptoms, and you'll need to go to the emergency room. Get medical help right away if you have: Severe pain in your lower belly Signs of shock, like fainting Vomiting Fever higher than 101 F Some of these also can be signs of other serious medical conditions, like appendicitis or an ectopic pregnancy (a pregnancy that happens in a fallopian tube outside the womb). You would need medical help right away for these as well. |
ea4954f3d29ba8aadc569653e9a3a257 | What are the signs of an sexually transmitted infection (STI) relative to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)? | Treating an STI right away can help keep you from getting PID. Symptoms of STI are a lot like those of PID. They include heavy discharge from your vagina with an unpleasant odor, pain when you pee, and bleeding between periods. Call your doctor as soon as you notice any of these to lower your chances of PID. |
ecfe123f1bb4aec66dfaee59968c5f06 | What is pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)? | !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(); }); } Pelvic inflammatory disease, or PID, is an infection of the organs of a women's reproductive system. They include the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, and cervix. It's usually caused by a sexually transmitted infection ( STI), like chlamydia or gonorrhea, and is treated with antibiotics. |
24d132d231122cc6d48204f3287746cb | What are some reasons for sleeping disorder? | But it can be due to obstructive sleep apnea, which causes people to stop breathing briefly during sleep. Likewise, insomnia often happens for simple reasons, like stress or jet lag. |
d1260922c82baab7ba0a6de757da0474 | How is stem cell therapy used to treat multiple sclerosis? | The goal behind a hematopoietic stem cell transplant is to reboot your immune system to stop it from attacking your nervous system. Researchers take special undeveloped cells from the blood or bone marrow of people with MS, then knock out their immune cells with low doses of chemotherapy and radiation. When the saved stem cells get put back into their bodies, they start making new immune cells that hopefully won't go after myelin and brain tissue. |
2e26cc84a63ae01a59db40da435308b2 | Are hookworms effective in treating multiple sclerosis? | Hookworms are tiny worms that can live in your small intestine and cause problems with your gut, including pain, diarrhea, and anemia. These intestinal parasites might also be able to stop the immune system from overreacting. One small study of 12 people with MS found that those who were infected with hookworms had fewer lesions than those who weren't infected. In 2012, researchers in the UK began recruiting people with MS for a study to see if hookworms could alter the course of MS. Watch for results in the next several years. |
25286647fb5369ea17c8053baf92b7b0 | Is cobra venom effective in treating multiple sclerosis? | Unfortunately, the answer is no. While you can find stories of people who say that cobra venom helps ease MS symptoms, you won't find scientific evidence to support it. In 2012, researchers in the UK began recruiting people with MS for a study to see if hookworms could alter the course of MS. Watch for results in the next several years. |
7f1c72b6bf5b4b035775a45b8a5a8198 | Is hypnosis an effective treatment for multiple sclerosis? | This extra oxygen may help your body heal. While you can find stories of people who say that cobra venom helps ease MS symptoms, you won't find scientific evidence to support it. You may find hypnotherapy calming, but what affect it has on MS symptoms isn't clear. Larger studies are needed to find out whether the relief is actually a placebo effect. |
ca60619c7cbbf69a50d3481fe6359d31 | Are bee stings and bee pollen effective treatments for multiple sclerosis? | Ancient Greek and Egyptian medical writing tells of bees used as medicine (apitherapy). Melittin, found in bee venom, supposedly brings down inflammation related to MS. But one study shows that it doesn't. What's more, bee sting therapy could be dangerous if you have a life-threatening reaction to bee venom. Skip bee pollen, too. Although it's rich with nutrients, it hasn't been shown to help MS symptoms. Bees don't stand up to 21st-century studies. |
7822bb572d3202988356beaf1c5a5188 | What are the dietary restrictions of WW (Weight Watchers)? | Because you choose how you spend your Smart Points, you can still do WW if you're a vegetarian, vegan, have other preferences, or if you need to limit salt or fat. |
09f163383c8b69e05411111011d3bf83 | Where can you get support for WW (Weight Watchers)? | Support: Besides the optional in-person meetings (now called wellness workshops) and personal coaching, WW has an app, online community, a magazine, and a website with recipes, tips, success stories, and more. You can also sign up online for a newsletter or use WW Connect, a community available through the WW app. |
33a37beadb32b716b31346e73a4acf48 | How can WW (Weight Watchers) help you? | There's a coaching option if you prefer one-on-one consultations by phone, email, and text. Or you can go to in-person group meetings where you'll weigh in. A Consumer Reports survey found that people who went to meetings were more satisfied with the program and lost more weight than people who used only the online tools. You'll tweak your eating and lifestyle patterns -- many of which you may have had for years -- and you'll create new ones. How much effort it takes depends on how much you'll have to change your habits. You get credit for all of your activity. Check the WW website for the pricing for the online-only and online-with meetings options (you'll need to enter your ZIP code). |
334f2f251fd97a91d884f2af75cbd1e4 | How can WW (Weight Watchers) affect certain conditions? | But healthier, lower-calorie foods cost fewer points. Is It Good for Certain Conditions? If you choose any premade meals, check the labels, as some may be high in sodium. Work with your doctor so they can check your progress, too. This is especially important for people with diabetes, as you may need to adjust your medicine as you lose weight. |
f1f244f46412da7bb6a4880012d17765 | Why I am getting erectile dysfunction (ED)? | There are a lot of reasons you can get ED, from high blood pressure and diabetes to alcohol and drug use to a hormone imbalance. It could even be due to an injury to your penis, prostate, bladder, and pelvis. But it's not always physical. Psychological and emotional issues are sometimes to blame, as well. Stress, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem can cause ED. Even nervousness about how you perform sexually can make it happen. Some medications may make getting an erection difficult, too. Your doctor can help you figure out what's going on and how to solve it. |
98e02a05856e7632f39aba6aca9363ce | What can cause a man to have acne? | Men whose fathers had severe acne are more likely to have it, too. Some medications such as lithium, which treats bipolar disorder, and corticosteroids like prednisone can also bring on acne. Men often get acne on the face and back. Sweating can make it worse. Breakouts on the back often happen in hot weather or after exercising. They're harder to control than the kind on your face. But fewer people see your back. Some men get shaving bumps that look like acne, but ingrown hairs or shaving mistakes are the real cause. |
baff68c5b98dcd95a17112a0f1e87d2c | What causes acne? | For most people, changes in hormone levels trigger acne. These hormones create oils that can lead to clogged pores, which sometimes let bacteria grow. Both of these problems cause breakouts. Men whose fathers had severe acne are more likely to have it, too. Some medications such as lithium, which treats bipolar disorder, and corticosteroids like prednisone can also bring on acne. |
04925a7d72b7eb04227fe12730b692f8 | Are there high-tech options fo treat stubborn acne? | One of them is a laser skin treatment, and another is light therapy combined with vacuum therapy. These can be expensive, and your insurance may not cover them, so check first. |
29f61af89f6ceec110ae1910471fa645 | What can a man do if his acne won't go away? | If you've tried at-home treatments for 4-8 weeks and your acne won't go away, it may be time to see a dermatologist. At your appointment, your dermatologist will check your skin and recommend a treatment plan. You might need a prescription for antibiotics, prescription-strength benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, or a type of drug called retinoids. If your acne is severe, your dermatologist may consider a drug called isotretinoin. Women who plan to get pregnant must avoid this drug, because it can cause birth defects. But men don't need to take extra precautions to avoid getting their partner pregnant. |
18cb040bd753873833eb7ffaca298b86 | What can men do to cut down on acne break-outs on their backs? | When you shower, use a cleansing brush with an extension to wash hard-to-reach areas on your back. A sonic cleansing system with a changeable brush head is another option. Benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid products can help control acne on your back. You don't need a prescription for them. But go easy, because these can be drying. A white, cotton tee-shirt is the best thing to have closest to your skin. |
779df2c0d054457edc30b66eaae5927b | Can grown men have acne? | But there are treatments, even for severe acne decades after you finished high school. Men whose fathers had severe acne are more likely to have it, too. |
37017a636de6b524bcc8e7b74ca0f951 | What can men do to cut down on acne break-outs on the face? | Many cleansers are available. In general, avoid products with beads in them, because they can irritate your skin. Wash twice a day. Use a fresh washcloth that's gentle on your skin. When you shave, use a clean razor every time. You might want to use an over-the-counter product with benzoyl peroxide, retinol, or salicylic acid. Your doctor can prescribe an antibiotic foam that you can mix with your shaving cream to help prevent breakouts. If shaving bumps are a problem for you, try an electric razor, and don't shave too closely. At your appointment, your dermatologist will check your skin and recommend a treatment plan. |
09497dae396e12610eed5de8ab59693c | When should I see a doctor for my scratched eye? | Get medical help if: The person has blurred vision or eye pain, tearing, redness, light sensitivity, irritation, or difficulty opening the eye, even if there does not appear to be something in the eye. |
b2e26b42089404980cb918dbb5274b90 | How is a scratched eye treated? | If you see a health care provider: The health care provider will examine the eye for damage, remove any particles, and check the vision. Antibiotic ointment or pain relievers may be prescribed. Small, surface corneal abrasions heal in a couple of days. Pain medications such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol) or ibuprofen ( Advil, Motrin) can be taken for pain. Avoid ibuprofen and other NSAIDs if the person has heart failure or kidney failure. For larger abrasions, care from an ophthalmologist (eye specialist) may be needed and a bandage contact lens may be placed to aid with comfort and healing. |
1d72c0bf6a0d6fa94ce43fc030b24f9a | When should you seek emergency care if you have a scratched eye or a corneal abrasion? | Seek emergency care if: There is pain, change in vision, or increased sensitivity to light after a scratch or trauma to the eyeball. |
6b17c862015eaabd0318a36f6792595f | What is the follow-up care for a scratched eye or corneal abrasion? | Antibiotic ointment or pain relievers may be prescribed. Small, surface corneal abrasions heal in a couple of days. Pain medications such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol) or ibuprofen ( Advil, Motrin) can be taken for pain. Avoid ibuprofen and other NSAIDs if the person has heart failure or kidney failure. For larger abrasions, care from an ophthalmologist (eye specialist) may be needed and a bandage contact lens may be placed to aid with comfort and healing. |
af33e40d2c78ccbd631c29f979b3394e | How should you clean and protect a scratched eye or corneal abrasion? | Inspect the eye for small particles that may be stuck under the eyelid and causing symptoms. Flush the eye with clean water or saline solution once or twice to remove any particles or to soothe the eye surface. Do not rinse the eye more than a few times. Doing so can make the situation worse. Avoid rubbing or pressing on the eye. |
039fe2827841caba39738a253b1b9aa5 | How should I clean a scratched eye? | Inspect the eye for small particles that may be stuck under the eyelid and causing symptoms. Flush the eye with clean water or saline solution once or twice to remove any particles or to soothe the eye surface. Do not rinse the eye more than a few times. Doing so can make the situation worse. Avoid rubbing or pressing on the eye. |
9b755b58bcee91e0e20d81a9222b8f06 | When should I seek emergency treatment for a scratched eye? | Seek emergency care if: There is pain, change in vision, or increased sensitivity to light after a scratch or trauma to the eyeball. There is a foreign object lodged in the eye or eyelid or under the eyelid. Something hit the eye at high speed or with high force. If you see a health care provider: The health care provider will examine the eye for damage, remove any particles, and check the vision. |
4bb3546351fc7e4ccfc7296c8984162d | Does food affect oral lichen planus? | Certain foods and drinks -- especially spicy or citrus ones -- can make your symptoms worse. Hot or cold foods and drinks can also make you more uncomfortable. |
92cf280428343883c70fa2ccb045e982 | When should you call your doctor about arthritis? | Symptoms of juvenile arthritis may include: Fever that comes and goes Loss of appetite Weight loss Anemia Blotchy rash on the arms and legs Joint stiffness Limp Joint swelling The pain and stiffness come on quickly for no apparent reason. The pain comes with a fever. The pain develops quickly and is related to redness and extreme tenderness of the joint. You notice pain and stiffness in your arms, legs, or back after sitting for short periods or after a night's sleep. |
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