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ea1f7145a683249a82ac4a1e0cae8cc4 | What are environmental triggers of a migraine without aura? | Some people are sensitive to flickering lights, fluorescent lights, changes in air pressure or altitude, or even bold visual patterns. Use your headache diary to spot any possible triggers in your environment -- and then take steps to get rid of them or avoid them. |
67fece09071d3711a754e0fc2afad474 | Is a migraine without aura life threatening? | A migraine without aura is the most common type of migraine headache. |
a5016fdc1b5e6a40e337e6fb7289e99f | How can you reduce physical triggers for a migraine without aura? | Illnesses, missing meals, and being too tired can all trigger migraines. So can overdoing exercise, motion, and head injuries. Even menstruation can set off migraines. To curb the effect of these things, know how they affect you, keep a regular routine, treat illnesses quickly, and take steps to avoid other physical triggers. |
8eaa5a0c35ca0bcf15cd54af8455a26e | What is a Cefaly and how is it used to treat a migraine without aura? | Devices: Cefaly is a portable headband-like device sends electrical impulses through the skin of the forehead to stimulate a nerve linked with migraine headaches. You use it once a day for 20 minutes, and when it's on you'll feel a tingling or massaging sensation. Spring TM or e Neura s TMS may be another option. You hold this device at the back of your head at the first sign of a headache, and it gives off a magnetic pulse that stimulates part of the brain. In addition, there is a noninvasive vagus nerve stimulator called gamma Core. When placed over the vagus nerve in the neck, it releases a mild electrical stimulation to the nerve's fibers to relieve pain. |
c429f9543fa46a75e82f7c1c1855ef33 | Does migraine run in families? | Migraines often run in families, so researchers think there may be a genetic link for the condition. Other things can trigger migraine attacks for some people, like some foods, smells, stress, and things in the environment. |
380cff8d52edee78b679706f45913681 | What medications can trigger a migraine without aura? | Or take prescription pain relievers. Check with your doctor if you think any of these may lead to your headaches: Cimetidine Estrogen Hydralazine Nifedipine Nitroglycerin Ranitidine Reserpine Never stop taking a medicine unless your doctor tells you to. |
91d32cdee4e97af300a9253a7ed3a42e | What are the symptoms of a migraine without aura? | A migraine without aura is the most common type of migraine headache. It may throb or be steady. The headache may last from 4 to 72 hours. You might also have any of these other symptoms: Nausea Vomiting Yawning Irritability Low blood pressure Feeling "hyper" Sensitivity to light, sounds, or motion Dark circles under your eyes Your doctor will want to be sure that there are no other causes for your headache. |
2049806e2d2d17eb51fee8d0c959a1d5 | What is pustular psoriasis? | Other types of psoriasis include: Pustular psoriasis , which causes red and scaly skin with tiny pustules on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. |
ee09c5171e10bf5fa3694521cb5f607d | What is inverse psoriasis? | Inverse psoriasis , which makes bright red, shiny lesions that appear in skin folds, such as the armpits, groin, and under the breasts. |
c4beeb2fb1af702837fa81073bbeb57b | What can worsen psoriasis? | Things that can trigger an outbreak of psoriasis include: Cuts, scrapes, or surgery Emotional stress Strep infections Medications, including Blood pressure medications (like beta-blockers) Hydroxychloroquine, antimalarial medication Physical exam. |
dc760f9fc878be1e56b24f1f0906d3b6 | What are symptoms of psoriasis? | $('.ua_type_mobile .article table').css('width','100%'); The symptoms of psoriasis vary depending on the type you have. Some common symptoms for plaque psoriasis -- the most common variety of the condition -- include: Plaques of red skin, often covered with silver-colored scales. These plaques may be itchy and painful, and they sometimes crack and bleed. In severe cases, the plaques will grow and merge, covering large areas. Disorders of the fingernails and toenails, including discoloration and pitting of the nails. |
6380464d9d8136bd83e2bd09bc24f2ca | What is psoriasis associated with? | It causes pain and swelling in the joints. The National Psoriasis Foundation estimates that between 10% to 30% of people with psoriasis also have psoriatic arthritis. |
333d89519e42431010b34a304d59f768 | What is psoriasis? | Psoriasis is a skin disorder that causes skin cells to multiply up to 10 times faster than normal. This makes the skin build up into bumpy red patches covered with white scales. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Disorders of the fingernails and toenails, including discoloration and pitting of the nails. |
278e4d09a9138e190af020c3ba454def | What causes psoriasis? | Things that can trigger an outbreak of psoriasis include: Cuts, scrapes, or surgery Emotional stress Strep infections Medications, including Blood pressure medications (like beta-blockers) Hydroxychloroquine, antimalarial medication Physical exam. This drug can cause bone marrow and liver disease as well as lung problems, so it's only for serious cases. Doctors closely watch patients. These work by blocking the body's immune system (which is overactive in psoriasis) to better control the inflammation from psoriasis. |
48f5646579f3b23695a06bec9a9c7e93 | What do people who have psoriasis experience? | Psoriasis is a skin disorder that causes skin cells to multiply up to 10 times faster than normal. Luckily, there are many treatments. |
c482fe8e548dd2551cc9ac435847179a | What is guttate psoriasis? | Guttate psoriasis , which often starts in childhood or young adulthood, causes small, red spots, mainly on the torso and limbs. These pills, creams, foams, lotions, and gels are a class of drugs related to vitamin A. Retinoids can cause serious side effects, including birth defects, so they're not recommended for women who are pregnant or planning to have children. |
75061c27001d4a897ef6778b040897c8 | What causes a toothache? | A toothache is a pain in or around a tooth that may be caused by: Tooth decay Abscessed tooth Tooth fracture A damaged filling Repetitive motions, such as chewing gum or grinding teeth Infected gums Symptoms of a toothache may include: Tooth pain that may be sharp, throbbing, or constant. |
5ac96a8605d226d1528a780f100966fe | When should you see a dentist about a toothache? | Swelling around the tooth Fever or headache Foul-tasting drainage from the infected tooth See your dentist as soon as possible about your toothache if: You have a toothache that lasts longer than 1 or 2 days Your toothache is severe You have a fever, earache, or pain upon opening your mouth wide Proper identification and treatment of dental infections is important to prevent its spread to other parts of the face and skull and possibly even to the bloodstream. To treat your toothache, your dentist will first obtain your medical history and conduct a physical exam. He or she will ask you questions about the pain, such as when the pain started, how severe it is, where the pain is located, what makes the pain worse, and what makes it better. |
f48447ed9293313ddb4ac45f74b7593e | What can your dentist do for a toothache? | He or she will ask you questions about the pain, such as when the pain started, how severe it is, where the pain is located, what makes the pain worse, and what makes it better. Your dentist will examine your mouth, teeth, gums, jaws, tongue, throat, sinuses, ears, nose, and neck. X-rays may be taken as well as other tests, depending on what your dentist suspects is causing your toothache. Treatment for a toothache depends on the cause. If a cavity is causing the toothache, your dentist will fill the cavity or possibly extract the tooth, if necessary. |
d2512ebaca81faf853403a497e81d3bc | Can you prevent toothaches? | Since most toothaches are the result of tooth decay, following good oral hygiene practices can prevent toothaches. Good oral hygiene practices consist of brushing regularly with a fluoride-containing toothpaste, flossing once daily, rinsing once or twice a day with an antiseptic mouthwash, and seeing your dentist twice a year for professional cleaning. In addition to these practices, eat foods low in sugar and ask your dentist about sealants and fluoride applications. |
aba0394c5ebec4b8e6385d3892307a1b | What are symptoms of a toothache? | A toothache is a pain in or around a tooth that may be caused by: Tooth decay Abscessed tooth Tooth fracture A damaged filling Repetitive motions, such as chewing gum or grinding teeth Infected gums Symptoms of a toothache may include: Tooth pain that may be sharp, throbbing, or constant. In some people, pain results only when pressure is applied to the tooth. Swelling around the tooth Fever or headache Foul-tasting drainage from the infected tooth See your dentist as soon as possible about your toothache if: You have a toothache that lasts longer than 1 or 2 days Your toothache is severe You have a fever, earache, or pain upon opening your mouth wide Proper identification and treatment of dental infections is important to prevent its spread to other parts of the face and skull and possibly even to the bloodstream. |
552b3b17dd025ce882966ef4dd876325 | What increases my chances of getting peptic ulcer? | You can have ulcers at any age, but your chances go up as you get older. |
c853b244efd9fc58bbd681ff96eb5204 | How can bacteria cause peptic ulcers? | It's called Helicobacter pylori ( H. pylori), and as many as half of us carry it. Most people infected with H. pylori do not get ulcers. But in others, it can raise the amount of acid, break down the protective mucus layer, and irritate the digestive tract. Experts aren't sure how H. pylori infection spreads. They think it may pass from person to person through close contact, like kissing. You may also get it from unclean food and water. |
247b4ae2bae4eab07a79197906829ba4 | How is peptic ulcer diagnosed? | Your doctor will ask about your symptoms, whether you take NSAIDs and other drugs, and medical history. She'll also check you for bloating in the belly and pain. That may be enough to make a diagnosis. The only way your doctor can tell for sure if you have an ulcer is to look. She may use a series of X-rays or a test called an endoscopy. This test allows her to pass a thin, bendy tube down your throat and into your stomach and small intestine. The tube has a camera at the end so she can check the lining for ulcers. She may also take a small piece of the lining to test for H. pylori. Blood, breath, and stool sample tests also can screen for the bacteria. |
6cbaa3db298cce558cc2180643d0f2a9 | How are peptic ulcers treated? | But if you don't treat them, the ulcers tend to come back. They can erode the blood vessel wall in your stomach or small intestine. The ulcers also can eat a hole through the lining and get infected. Or they can cause swelling, which may block food from moving from your stomach into your small intestine. If H. pylori is the culprit, your doctor may prescribe a mix of antibiotics to kill it. If aspirin and other NSAIDs are behind the ulcer, you may need to cut down on them, stop taking them altogether, or switch to another pain reliever. Your doctor may also give you antacids to fight stomach acid, or prescribe medicine to lessen the acid your body makes. Prescription drugs called cytoprotective agents can help protect the lining of the stomach or small intestine so the ulcer can heal. |
fd33d1612e24305d693c593caf3a175e | Are there different types of peptic ulcer? | You can have two types of peptic ulcer disease: Gastric ulcer. This appears at the top end of the small intestine, an organ that digests and absorbs much of the food you eat. |
2e848d7fe5d57f88df17bcb13c342450 | What is a peptic ulcer? | But in others, it can raise the amount of acid, break down the protective mucus layer, and irritate the digestive tract. You'll most likely feel a burning pain or discomfort between your belly button and breastbone. They can erode the blood vessel wall in your stomach or small intestine. Prescription drugs called cytoprotective agents can help protect the lining of the stomach or small intestine so the ulcer can heal. |
e50f64db4b5b255a19779ff34ff23b5b | What causes peptic ulcers? | You have a peptic ulcer if you get open sores in the lining of your stomach or the upper part of the small intestine. Your doctor may also give you antacids to fight stomach acid, or prescribe medicine to lessen the acid your body makes. |
7cbc990929da4d57a20ee71655ac2f3d | What are the symptoms of peptic ulcers? | You may have no symptoms, or you may feel discomfort or burning pain. You might especially notice it on an empty stomach -- such as between meals or at night. The pain may stop for a little while if you eat or take an antacid, but then return. The pain can last for a few minutes or a few hours, and may come and go for many days or weeks. Other symptoms may include: Bloated feeling Burping Lack of appetite or weight loss Nausea Bloody or dark poop Vomiting Small ulcers may not cause any symptoms. |
57279f0ba7ba8bb914f6a3acd9d862bf | How can certain pain relievers cause peptic ulcers? | They include ibuprofen and naproxen. NSAIDs block your body from making a chemical that helps protect the inner walls of your stomach and small intestine from stomach acid. Other types of pain meds, such as acetaminophen, won't lead to peptic ulcers. Smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol also can make you more likely to get ulcers. Your doctor will ask about your symptoms, whether you take NSAIDs and other drugs, and medical history. |
74f9208e8b9246b4039f97de84e70bcc | Does pregnancy affect irritable bowel syndrome? | Hormone levels rise when you're expecting, so your IBS symptoms may improve. Some research shows that you're able to handle more pain during pregnancy. This could mean you have fewer cramps and less discomfort. But moms-to-be also tend get constipated more often. |
b5c9233aaab4b20c47ca80546a2c0ebf | How do sex hormones affect irritable bowel syndrome? | Estrogen and progesterone affect IBS symptoms in a few ways, from how your intestines work to how much pain you feel. Cells in your gut have things called receptors that let these hormones latch on to them. This suggests that your digestive system is designed to sense and react to them. Here are the main ways they affect IBS: Digestion: They control the smooth muscle in your intestines, which dictates how quickly food travels through your system. In one study, animals took longer to empty their intestines when they received a low dose of the hormones than when they got a higher one. This may explain why low levels of sex hormones can lead to constipation. Pain level: These hormones affect how much your cramps bother you. A dip lowers your pain threshold, in part because estrogen boosts the production of serotonin, a feel-good chemical in your brain. A jump in estrogen can reduce some of the ouch factor, so your bellyaches or cramps don't hurt as much. Inflammation: Sex hormones can raise levels of inflammation throughout your body. That makes your IBS symptoms worse. Most research has linked estrogen and progesterone with IBS. But scientists have also found that male sex hormones, like testosterone, may protect against the condition. This may be partly why men are less likely to get the disorder. |
2334ab4919f21c85578d769b0999ec78 | Does gender play a role in irritable bowel syndrome? | A growing body of research shows that sex hormones, like estrogen and progesterone, may be the reason. They can trigger IBS symptoms, which may explain why you have more flare-ups at different points of your menstrual cycle. To make matters worse, IBS patients with painful periods, a condition called dysmenorrhea, are twice as likely to have this increase in symptoms. |
4f5ea9db30c144572b745caa021f1635 | How does menopause affect irritable bowel syndrome? | IBS worsens as hormone levels fall. But it's unclear how this affects IBS. In some women IBS improves after menopause, when these hormonal changes stop. On the other hand, more than a third of menopausal women in one recent study reported IBS-type symptoms, like gas and heartburn. Experts say that more research is needed on the topic. |
d2ae765d43747e86b510b7e112a4c6cb | How do you identify asthma triggers? | Your doctor may also do blood testing or ask you to use a device called a peak flow meter. It measures how much air you exhale and how quickly it comes out. It can alert you to changes in your breathing and the onset of asthma symptoms. |
f6b8034e95ecc37731ec9742acd0ccdb | Can allergies trigger asthma? | Eighty percent of people with asthma have allergies to things in the air, like tree, grass, and weed pollens, mold, animal dander, dust mites, and cockroach droppings. In one study, children with high levels of cockroach poop in their homes were four times more likely to have childhood asthma than children with low levels. |
a0360f21c51202782b65a6b65af16494 | Can heartburn trigger asthma? | Up to 89% of people with asthma also have severe heartburn (you might hear your doctor call it gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD). If the acids reach your throat or airways the irritation and inflammation they cause could trigger an asthma attack. Certain clues that suggest reflux as the cause of asthma include the onset of asthma in adulthood, no family history of asthma, no history of allergies or bronchitis, difficult-to-control asthma, or coughing while lying down. Stress and asthma are often seen together. |
4126f3fa426ed17fd5f2ce0715e28252 | Can infections trigger asthma? | Cold, flu, bronchitis, and sinus can cause an asthma attack. You may be more likely to have an attack for up to two months after an upper respiratory infection. |
1b1ffd34f7024f2dff4f4a9d26f97a23 | What causes asthma? | The causes can vary from person to person. No one knows for sure. Allergies play a role for many people as do genetics. Strong emotions. It can alert you to changes in your breathing and the onset of asthma symptoms. |
4bfc94a0d819051d4751905586081d86 | When should you see a doctor about a yeast infection? | See a doctor to be sure it's not a more serious problem that needs a different treatment, such as a urinary tract infection or STI. You're pregnant. Any medications, including over-the-counter vaginal creams, need to be approved by your doctor during pregnancy. You often get yeast infections. If you have four or more yeast infections in a year, doctors call it ârecurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis.â If you have it, you'll need treatment for up to 6 months with an antifungal medication. Frequent yeast infections can also be a sign that you have diabetes or another medical condition. If you're concerned about your symptoms or they're different from past yeast infections you've had, you may want to see your doctor for your own peace of mind. Because symptoms are uncomfortable, some women will ask for a prescription-strength vaginal cream to ease the itching and burning more quickly than an over-the-counter product would. Some things you can do to prevent yeast infections may also treat a yeast infection once you have it. |
27d688627ada8a23e2fff4940f6e5f94 | What should you know about treating a yeast infection? | Just know the three situations in which you should see a doctor, and then you can get started. If you're sure you have a yeast infection based on a past episode, you could try an over-the-counter medication to treat your symptoms. |
9435355b831255e3514bfb51e0a67ff9 | What are some self-care tips for a yeast infection? | Eating yogurt with live cultures of lactobacillus acidophilus -- a natural, "friendly" bacteria -- may head off a yeast infection. Taking supplements with lactobacillus acidophilus may also help prevent them. Nonprescription treatments. If you're sure you have a yeast infection based on a past episode, you could try an over-the-counter medication to treat your symptoms. |
bab0ba00555c151caedc3ab3181330a2 | Does radon gas cause lung cancer? | Radon gas Radon gas is a natural, chemically inert gas that is a natural decay product of uranium. It decays to form products that emit a type of ionizing radiation. Radon gas is a known cause of lung cancer, with an estimated 12% of lung cancer deaths attributable to radon gas, or 15,000 to 22,000 lung cancer-related deaths annually in the U. S. As with asbestos exposure, concomitant smoking greatly increases the risk of lung cancer with radon exposure. Radon gas can travel up through soil and enter homes through gaps in the foundation, pipes, drains, or other openings. The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that one out of every 15 homes in the U. S. contains dangerous levels of radon gas. Radon gas is invisible and odorless, but can be detected with simple test kits. |
5a38501b7652041c1f5fe67ae6508f2c | How can smoking affect your risk of getting lung cancer? | Smoking The incidence of lung cancer is strongly correlated with cigarette smoking, with about 90% of lung cancers arising as a result of tobacco use. The risk of lung cancer increases with the number of cigarettes smoked over time; doctors refer to this risk in terms of pack-years of smoking history (the number of packs of cigarettes smoked per day multiplied by the number of years smoked). For example, a person who has smoked two packs of cigarettes per day for 10 years has a 20 pack-year smoking history. While the risk of lung cancer is increased with even a 10 pack-year smoking history, those with 30 pack-year histories or more are considered to have the greatest risk for the development of lung cancer. Among those who smoke two or more packs of cigarettes per day, one in seven will die of lung cancer. But even though the risk is higher the more you smoke, there is no safe level of exposure to tobacco smoke. |
7ec5653fddffe63f9d7dbcbb4c5b2505 | Does cigarette smoking cause lung cancer? | Smoking The incidence of lung cancer is strongly correlated with cigarette smoking, with about 90% of lung cancers arising as a result of tobacco use. The risk of lung cancer increases with the number of cigarettes smoked over time; doctors refer to this risk in terms of pack-years of smoking history (the number of packs of cigarettes smoked per day multiplied by the number of years smoked). For example, a person who has smoked two packs of cigarettes per day for 10 years has a 20 pack-year smoking history. While the risk of lung cancer is increased with even a 10 pack-year smoking history, those with 30 pack-year histories or more are considered to have the greatest risk for the development of lung cancer. Among those who smoke two or more packs of cigarettes per day, one in seven will die of lung cancer. But even though the risk is higher the more you smoke, there is no safe level of exposure to tobacco smoke. |
1d8a468135bea340af1f45afbbe07e63 | Does pipe and cigar smoking cause lung cancer? | Pipe and cigar smoking can also cause lung cancer, although the risk is not as high as with cigarettes. While someone who smokes one pack of cigarettes per day has a risk for the development of lung cancer that is 25 times higher than a nonsmoker, pipe and cigar smokers have a risk of lung cancer that is about five times that of a nonsmoker. |
c142c36e918cf589aa61a7272f563a44 | How can pipe and cigar smoking affect your risk of getting lung cancer? | Pipe and cigar smoking can also cause lung cancer, although the risk is not as high as with cigarettes. While someone who smokes one pack of cigarettes per day has a risk for the development of lung cancer that is 25 times higher than a nonsmoker, pipe and cigar smokers have a risk of lung cancer that is about five times that of a nonsmoker. |
0fa78ff8335a0b313857b79d643db565 | Do survivors of lung cancer have a greater risk of developing lung cancer? | Prior history of lung cancer Survivors of lung cancer have a greater risk than the general population of developing a second lung cancer. Survivors of non-small cell lung cancers have an added risk of 1%-2% per year for developing a second lung cancer. In survivors of small cell lung cancers, the risk for development of second cancers approaches 6% per year. |
b9ae4e87d80898896596ed7742445377 | Is there a familial predisposition to lung cancer? | Familial predisposition While the majority of lung cancers are associated with tobacco smoking, the fact that not all smokers eventually develop lung cancer suggests that other factors, such as individual genetic susceptibility, may play a role in the causation of lung cancer. Numerous studies have shown that lung cancer is more likely to occur in both smoking and nonsmoking relatives of those who have had lung cancer than in the general population. |
c6de4ab03b7db8b71682d64ecca8998e | How can tobacco smoke affect your risk of getting lung cancer? | Tobacco smoke contains over 7,000 chemical compounds, many of which have been shown to be cancer-causing, or carcinogenic. The two primary carcinogens in tobacco smoke are chemicals known as nitrosamines and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. The risk of developing lung cancer decreases each year following smoking cessation as normal cells grow and replace damaged cells in the lung. In former smokers, the risk of developing lung cancer begins to approach that of a nonsmoker about 15 years after cessation of smoking. |
c99de3311bee9d8a211fe90a0cbe9956 | How can passive smoking affect your risk for lung cancer? | Passive smoking Passive smoking, or the inhalation of secondhand tobacco smoke from other smokers sharing living or working quarters, is also an established risk factor for the development of lung cancer. Research has shown that nonsmokers who reside with a smoker have a 24% increase in risk for developing lung cancer when compared with other nonsmokers. An estimated 7,300 lung cancer deaths occur each year in the U. S. that are attributable to passive smoking. |
0f2773e1bbd29228a0fdaee19de91843 | How can familial predisposition affect your risk for lung cancer? | Familial predisposition While the majority of lung cancers are associated with tobacco smoking, the fact that not all smokers eventually develop lung cancer suggests that other factors, such as individual genetic susceptibility, may play a role in the causation of lung cancer. Numerous studies have shown that lung cancer is more likely to occur in both smoking and nonsmoking relatives of those who have had lung cancer than in the general population. |
f9c1186d84b660fb670c244243cb07d1 | How can asbestos fibers affect your risk for lung cancer? | Asbestos fibers Asbestos fibers are silicate fibers that can persist for a lifetime in lung tissue following exposure to asbestos. The workplace is a common source of exposure to asbestos fibers, as asbestos was widely used in the past for both thermal and acoustic insulation materials. Today, asbestos use is limited or banned in many countries including the Unites States. Both lung cancer and mesothelioma (a type of cancer of the pleura or of the lining of the abdominal cavity called the peritoneum) are associated with exposure to asbestos. Cigarette smoking drastically increases the chance of developing an asbestos-related lung cancer in exposed workers. Asbestos workers who do not smoke have a fivefold greater risk of developing lung cancer than non-smokers, and those asbestos workers who smoke have a risk that is 50 to 90 times greater than non-smokers. |
45492b6240cb5fe6c5cb8eb2d47eb3f6 | Does lung disease cause lung cancer? | Lung disease The presence of certain diseases of the lung, notably chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD), is associated with a slightly increased risk (four to six times the risk of a nonsmoker) for the development of lung cancer even after the effects of concomitant cigarette smoking are excluded. |
4f25ac1727f3bbb2afd3464656ff26fc | What should you do to diet for losing weight? | For your diet: Eat more fruits and vegetables. Get good protein and plenty of fiber. Limit salt, sugar, and fat. Be careful with your portions. Talk to your doctor about how many calories you should consume to lose weight. For women it's generally up to 1,500 calories a day; for men it's up to 1,800. You'll need to cut your calories by 500 to 1,000 calories a day to lose that 1-2 pounds per week. |
2a0979eb621e531a96379ad1cd9a5b8e | What is body mass index (BMI) and how do you calculate it? | The first is called body mass index ( BMI). To figure out your BMI, just use this math formula: Multiply your weight in pounds by 703 and divide it by your height (in inches) squared. So, for example, if you weigh 185 pounds and are 5-foot-5 (65 inches), then your BMI works out this way: 185 x 703 = 130,055 65 x 65 = 4,225 130,005 ÷ 4,225 = 30.78 (round up to 30.8) Obesity in adults is defined as having a BMI of 30.0 or above. The other ranges are: Overweight = 25.0 to 29.9 Normal weight = 18.5 to 24.9 Underweight = under 18.5 BMI is a common tool to give you some idea of where you are. |
80fc07fdaf34959261990017df74c6d7 | How much exercise should you get to maintain a healthy weight? | For movement: Aim for at least 2.5 hours of aerobic exercise (like brisk walking) every week. You'll likely need even more than that to lose weight. Do some muscle strengthening at least twice a week. Add ordinary movement to that, as well, to burn calories throughout the day. ( Park far from entrances. Take walks around the neighborhood. Get up from your desk and move regularly). |
5449b54469787779175ecd77ac774256 | What are the most important things I can do to lose weight in a healthy way? | So there are two things you must change to lose weight in a healthy and lasting way: Eat right. Americans love fast food, sodas and processed foods. They add up. Move more. Our lifestyles can be short on exercise, playing, or just moving enough to burn the fuel we take in. |
f90c7f0362ea1975a972db33714041fc | Can measuring my waist help me know if I am a healthy weight? | The country's obesity problem is well known: 1 in 3 of us is obese, and the rate is rising. But it doesn't measure body fat. But in general, here are the guidelines for men and women: A man's waist should be no more than 40 inches If you're a woman who isn't pregnant, it should be no more than 35 inches. |
d23d6ebb1ada55e9f96f825eb12f054e | How common is obesity? | Talk to your doctor about how many calories you should consume to lose weight. Healthy living is a way of life, and the benefits are worth it. |
7cbc9e800bfa445b224f8e3e52684f47 | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by epididymitis? | Epididymitis: This is swelling in the tube where sperm is stored -- the epididymis. Most often, an infection causes the problem. Signs and symptoms can include: Pain on one side of the scrotum that comes on slowly. Pain while peeing Fever Milky discharge from your penis Orchitis: It's swelling in one or both testicles. |
f218d20fe7f42029aa956a2f2392d0cc | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by kidney infection? | Kidney infection: This usually happens when an infection travels from your bladder and enters one or both of your kidneys. Symptoms may include groin pain, frequent urination, and blood or pus in your pee. The bacterium called E. coli is often to blame. Kidney infections are treated with antibiotics. |
aabfdc3529ac5db91d3ee563e76d9724 | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by prostatitis? | Prostatitis: This is swelling or infection in your prostate gland. In addition to pain, you may have a hard time peeing. |
72b1189ee4e37507b72dd78c8759f520 | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by kidney stones? | Kidney stones: These are small crystals that form in your kidney and can get stuck in tubes leading to your bladder. The pain can be severe. It's usually in your back or belly but can be felt in your scrotum or at the tip of your penis. |
bf6175d44ef213402ca44d89c12ffa16 | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by testicular torsion? | Testicular torsion: This happens when a testicle gets twisted inside your scrotum. It may feel like you got kicked in the crotch. It's a medical emergency. The twisting (torsion) cuts off the blood supply to your testicle. If it's not surgically untwisted within a few hours, your testicle can die. It happens most often in teen boys. |
d8d6c10d8f851f8e09de8ff087500e83 | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by testicular cancer? | Testicular cancer: Most of the time, this cancer causes a painless lump in or on your testicle. But sometimes, it's painful. |
1ce9b1820df4a2334c21566f5c1b057b | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by hip problems? | Hip problems: Sometimes, hip pain from arthritis or another problem can radiate to your groin. It usually builds slowly and may feel worse when you're driving or sitting in a low chair. Usually, physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medications are tried first to treat the problem. You may need an operation if these don't work. |
1b5461daba23f14673ac69789fdf7780 | When should you call the doctor about pain around your groin? | The groin pain is very bad or it doesn't get better in a few days There's swelling or a lump around or in your testicle Pain in your side moves into your groin and testicle There's blood in your urine Go to the emergency room if you have sudden or intense pain; the pain radiates to you back, abdomen, or chest; or you have pain along with fever, chills, and nausea. |
e186546125d1a1e1576d8027da76bce9 | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by orchitis? | Pain while peeing Fever Milky discharge from your penis Orchitis: It's swelling in one or both testicles. The same infection that's behind epididymitis may cause this problem. The two conditions can happen at the same time. Sometimes, the mumps virus triggers orchitis. It can cause fertility problems. If bacteria is the cause of either condition, an antibiotic can clear it up. |
16bdc3286588c41f30bfbdba89cbb83b | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by an inguinal hernia? | Common ones include: Inguinal hernia: This happens when fat or a loop of your intestine pushes through a weak spot in the muscles of your lower abdomen (belly). You may see a bulge in your groin or scrotum. One quarter of all men will develop this problem sometime during their lifetime. If the intestine or fat gets stuck in the abdominal muscle wall, its blood supply may get cut off. That's called a strangulated hernia. Symptoms can include: Redness or sudden pain near the bulge You can't poop or pass gas Nausea, vomiting, fever Get urgent care if you have any of these symptoms. A strangulated hernia is a life-threatening emergency. The hernia can be fixed with surgery. The groin pain is very bad or it doesn't get better in a few days There's swelling or a lump around or in your testicle Pain in your side moves into your groin and testicle There's blood in your urine Go to the emergency room if you have sudden or intense pain; the pain radiates to you back, abdomen, or chest; or you have pain along with fever, chills, and nausea. |
53bd484bc4851bd18e7fce60a6fb9548 | Why does my groin hurt? | The pain may happen right away or build over time. Continuing the sport or activity may make the injury worse. Rest, anti-inflammatory medications (aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen), rehabilitation, and strengthening exercises can often treat the problem successfully. One quarter of all men will develop this problem sometime during their lifetime. The groin pain is very bad or it doesn't get better in a few days There's swelling or a lump around or in your testicle Pain in your side moves into your groin and testicle There's blood in your urine Go to the emergency room if you have sudden or intense pain; the pain radiates to you back, abdomen, or chest; or you have pain along with fever, chills, and nausea. |
9cd0d13570fc917d44ba2bc697aecc12 | What makes up the spine, or backbone? | The spine, or backbone, is made up of a column of 33 bones and tissue extending from the skull to the pelvis. These bones, or vertebrae, enclose and protect a cylinder of nerve tissues known as the spinal cord. Between each one of the vertebra is an intervertebral disk, or band of cartilage serving as a shock absorber between the vertebrae. |
d3614bd7d919446e923c2fc21172b077 | What causes back pain? | Some causes of back pain include accidents, muscle strains, and sports injuries. |
0a3eefd17489cda55f65eae1439d6d36 | What are the types of vertebrae in the backbone? | The types of vertebrae are: Cervical vertebrae: the seven vertebrae forming the upper part of the spine Thoracic vertebrae: the 12 bones between the neck and the lower back Lumbar vertebrae: the five largest and strongest vertebrae located in the lower back between the chest and hips The sacrum and coccyx are the bones at the base of the spine. The sacrum is made up of five vertebrae fused together, while the coccyx (tailbone) is formed from four fused vertebrae. |
83692ef8283405954b3e3ba0c1d2923d | How is back pain diagnosed? | In addition to performing a complete history and physical exam for your back pain, your doctor may suggest one of the following diagnostic studies: X-rays, which can be used to provide detail of the bone structures in the spine and to check for instability (such as spondylolisthesis, see below), tumors, and fractures CT scans, which can identify specific conditions, such as a herniated disc or spinal stenosis MRI scans, which can provide details about the backs' discs and nerve roots. MRI scans are most commonly used for pre-surgical planning A number of other imaging and electrical studies may also be used to identify back problems, and some injections are used for diagnostic purposes as well as for pain relief. |
900da5255c3cff1d724ace87f903dd57 | What are the symptoms of spondylolisthesis? | Symptoms of spondylolithesis may include: Lower back pain Muscle tightness and stiffness Pain in the buttocks Pain radiating down the legs (due to pressure on nerve roots) Muscle weakness Spondylolisthesis is treated with the strengthening of supportive abdominal and back muscles through physical therapy. |
d855274381de51c3a8f42621b0de9ce0 | What are the causes of cervical radiculopathy? | In cervical radiculopathy, damage can occur as a result of pressure from material from a ruptured disc, degenerative changes in bones, arthritis, or other injuries that put pressure on the nerve roots. In older people, normal degenerative changes in the discs can cause pressure on nerve roots. In younger people, cervical radiculopathy tends to be the result of a ruptured disc. This disc material then compresses the nerve root, causing pain. |
a82a0eecb3b3d00fea7aa5f537c3157a | What are the treatments for cervical radiculopathy? | Cervical radiculopathy may be treated with a combination of pain medications such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol), or nonsteroidal pain medication such as ibuprofen ( Advil, Motrin), ketoprofen ( Frotek), naproxen ( Aleve, Naprosyn), and physical therapy. Steroids may be prescribed either orally or injected epidurally (into the epidural space that surrounds the spinal cord). Physical therapy might include gentle cervical traction and mobilization, exercises, and other modalities to reduce pain. If significant compression on the nerve exists to the extent that motor weakness results, surgery may be necessary to relieve the pressure. |
089d7635a1cf9db1d45be05c8c1bf02f | What are the two types of back injury? | Some causes of back pain include accidents, muscle strains, and sports injuries. Two main types of back injury include: Spondylolisthesis: This is a slipping of vertebra that occurs, in most cases, at the base of the spine. |
bfb63a3d35ec1fd2d7a3eae779279bdc | What are the causes of spondylolisthesis? | MRI scans are most commonly used for pre-surgical planning A number of other imaging and electrical studies may also be used to identify back problems, and some injections are used for diagnostic purposes as well as for pain relief. A vertebra might be defective from the time a person is born, or a vertebra may be broken by trauma or a stress fracture. In addition, vertebrae can be broken down by infection or disease. |
eb91c086757888ae007ab1260f5581f3 | What are the symptoms of cervical radiculopathy? | Cervical Radiculopathy: Cervical radiculopathy is the damage or disturbance of nerve function that results if one of the nerve roots near the cervical vertebrae is compressed. Symptoms of spondylolithesis may include: Lower back pain Muscle tightness and stiffness Pain in the buttocks Pain radiating down the legs (due to pressure on nerve roots) Muscle weakness Spondylolisthesis is treated with the strengthening of supportive abdominal and back muscles through physical therapy. |
ca77db1b9476577e5c5183d3a333e67f | What are targeted treatments for low back pain? | Physical therapy or chiropractic can bring relief for many. These targeted treatments may include: Ice or heat Massage Ultrasound or electrical stimulation A specific program of stretching and strengthening exercises Spinal manipulation A doctor, physical therapist, or other health care professional can guide you in a safe back exercise program. |
1a13563012a4c314450a84314474a817 | What are treatments for low back pain? | What you need for treatment depends on the cause of your low back pain. Your doctor may recommend temporary use of medications to relieve pain. These might include over-the counter medicines such as acetaminophen or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen. Sometimes, stronger medications may be prescribed for pain treatment. If pain is severe or lasts, you may need oral or injected steroids. |
7ca6ef6676a68bd5e2eab1aee9fbd291 | What are symptoms of low back pain? | Here's a quick overview of low back pain culprits: Overuse of muscles and ligaments, caused by a competitive tennis match or an ambitious day in the garden Disk injury, tears or other damage to the "shock absorbers" between the spinal bones (vertebrae) Disk degeneration, the wear and tear, shrinking, and collapse of disks that can be more common with age Degenerative spondylolisthesis, changes to spinal structures, which allows a vertebra to slip forward from the next vertebra Spinal stenosis, narrowing of the space around the spinal cord, which puts pressure on nerve roots Scoliosis, an abnormal curvature of the spine that may cause pain for some people Low back pain symptoms vary greatly from person to person. They are different depending upon the cause of the pain. Your pain may be dull or sharp. It may come and go. And depending upon its source, pain may get worse with standing, sitting, bending, or walking. Pain can even extend into your buttock or leg. Along with this shooting pain may come feelings of numbness, tingling, or weakness down your leg. Called sciatica, these symptoms may be a common result of a herniated disk in the lower back, where the disk bulges out toward the spinal canal. |
fa5814113068127389b8f58b5f0576f7 | How can I treat allergy symptoms? | For mild allergy symptoms, such as hay fever or hives, give an over-the-counter ( OTC) antihistamine. For stuffy nose, give an OTC decongestant. For itchy, watery eyes, use OTC allergy eye drops. For itchy allergic rash, apply cold compresses and an OTC hydrocortisone cream. |
8f4c83b0f3d032c280572a86c6f676ff | What are disadvantages of rigid gas-permeable lenses? | the lenses don't feel as comfortable as soft contacts. It takes longer to get used to them, so you need to wear them every day. |
60de48520c11bc44086cfd94ae22554f | What are risks of soft contact lenses? | Soft contact lens material can absorb particles, chemicals, bacteria, and mold more easily than both hard and rigid gas-permeable lenses. They soak up all kinds of things that can irritate your eyes -- smoke and sprays in the air and lotion or soap on your hands. Soft contacts are also more fragile. They can rip or tear more easily than hard or gas-permeable lenses. |
3daa06e6c0ef05031c8935324b29243e | What are color tint lenses? | Color tint lenses are darker, opaque, and change the color of your eyes. Specialty colors include amethyst, violet, and green. |
3a062595e544e9d42bb33d5b5205b718 | What are visibility tint lenses? | Visibility tint lenses have a tiny bit of color so you can find your lens if you drop it. It isn't enough to affect the color of your eyes. |
0eeab68e5f14fd667bcbb2bafade18b9 | What are advantages of rigid gas-permeable lenses? | You might see better than you do with soft lenses. They correct substantial astigmatism. They're easy to take care of and durable. |
92a3e9fe395c2fde3e386597abc38eca | What are rigid gas-permeable lenses? | As the name suggests, these are stiffer than soft contacts. They're made from silicone, and they're designed to let oxygen pass through to your cornea. |
8795f8124e6cc6a1d79e7a58288f12a1 | What are enhancement tint lenses? | Enhancement tint lenses play up your natural eye color. |
586f5b6f26029bbfb92fbe7ddb623cc6 | What are daily disposables? | Daily disposables are soft contacts that you wear only for a day and then throw away. That means you don't have to clean them regularly or risk dry eyes and irritation from contact solutions. If you have allergies, they may be the best choice for you. |
a33178b33438f2fc1610a0f6dc78b00f | What contact lenses can reshape your cornea? | But the results only last while you have the contact in. This procedure isn't widely used, because laser vision correction offers the same result in less time and is permanent. Laser surgery is now OK for professionals -- like members of the military or airline pilots -- whose jobs didn't allow them to have it in the past. If you can't have laser surgery, ask your eye care professional if ortho-k could work for you. |
1da4543bf8de17d216703ebde6bd13b6 | What are toric lenses for astigmatism? | You can wear contacts even if you have presbyopia and need bifocals. They're made from silicone, and they're designed to let oxygen pass through to your cornea. They come in soft or rigid gas-permeable forms, extended wear, daily disposable, and even in colored lenses. Like bifocal lenses in a pair of glasses, toric lenses have two powers in one lens: one that corrects your astigmatism, and another for nearsightedness or farsightedness. |
d02031a032d507b866b34345656313b4 | What are monovision lenses? | You won't have the same prescription in both eyes. One will have a contact for distance vision, and the other will be for seeing up close. This can take a while to get used to. Each eye works on its own. You might have problems with depth perception. Another monovision option: Wear a bifocal lens in one eye, and a single-vision lens in the other. This makes driving easier. |
f7d6952449cce5434d83843634cd1379 | What are the benefits of soft contact lenses? | Many soft lenses are disposable, so you can throw them away after using them for a short time. Having a fresh pair of soft contacts means less chance of infection, less cleaning, and more comfort. Compared with rigid gas-permeable lenses, the other main type of contacts, soft lenses feel better when you first put them in. As a bonus, many soft lenses provide UV protection. |
874e585774aefb75209e5d2d6ef6b0ad | What are silicone-based soft contact lenses? | The water content lets oxygen pass through the lens to your cornea. Many soft lenses are disposable, so you can throw them away after using them for a short time. Soft contacts are also more fragile. That means you don't have to clean them regularly or risk dry eyes and irritation from contact solutions. Your cornea gets less oxygen when you sleep in contacts, so the risk of serious complications is higher. |
4a82bfeb94a79dad06bdd7ca2082311f | What are common symptoms of heart failure? | Some people with heart failure don't experience symptoms, but here are some of the more common signs: Shortness of breath with exercise or difficulty breathing at rest or when lying down Swollen legs, ankles, or abdomen Dry, hacking cough, or wheezing Other symptoms may include: Fatigue, palpitations, or pain during normal activities Weight gain from fluid retention Increased need to urinate during the night Dizziness or confusion Rapid or irregular heartbeats Your legs, ankles, or abdomen are swollen You have difficulty breathing, especially if you wake up short of breath, or you cannot lie down flat without getting short of breath You gain 2 pounds in one day or 5 pounds in one week You have a feeling of fullness (bloating) in your stomach with a loss of appetite or nausea You feel extreme fatigue or decreased ability to complete daily activities You have a respiratory infection or a cough that has become worse Your heart rate is fast, above 100 beats per minute You experience a new irregular heart beat You feel chest pain or discomfort during activity that is relieved with rest You notice changes in sleep patterns, including difficulty sleeping or lying flat in bed, or needing to sleep a lot more than usual You urinate less You feel restless or confused You suffer constant dizziness or lightheadedness You have nausea or poor appetite |
fc0b8c5b90166e7fa099fdc227ba06ad | How effective is medical marijuana for fibromyalgia? | In addition, people with fibromyalgia often wonder if medical marijuana, which can be prescribed by physicians in some states, can help their chronic pain and fatigue. While medical marijuana doesn't cure diseases like fibromyalgia, some pain experts say it may work against pain, help people sleep better, and improve mood. Other pain specialists see no role for medical marijuana in pain management and express concern that people don't know what they're getting when they buy it." |
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