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39f1914e078a311b337217b24f3fbf3e | How is a broken toe diagnosed? | Call your doctor if you have one these more serious breaks, which do require treatment: Big toe injury Broken bone sticking out of your skin or causing an open wound (can lead to an infection in your bone) Toe is bent or crooked For a less serious break, even if you put it off at first, call your doctor if you have: An illness that impacts the nerves or blood flow in your feet, like diabetes Fever or chills Intense pain under your toenail (possibly a blood buildup under the nail) Numbness, tingling, or coldness in your toe Pain that gets worse or doesn't get better with over-the-counter pain medicine Blue or gray skin on your toe Swelling, bruising, or redness that doesn't improve after a few days First, your doctor will ask you what happened and what symptoms you're having. He'll check for tenderness and broken skin around your toe. He'll also test your nerves and blood flow. Then, if your doctor thinks it's a break, you'll likely get an X-ray. |
216e3160b6b796bba7f6ecf0a117d1cb | What is recovery like from a broken toe? | When you break a toe, you'll likely have: Pain and tenderness in your toe Pain when you walk or put weight on your foot Redness or bruising Stiffness Swelling Most of the time, your toe will heal in about 4 to 6 weeks. But, it could take as long as 8 weeks for more serious breaks. |
543c47e72881067f1035b041b4afddbb | What are the symptoms of a broken toe? | When you break a toe, you'll likely have: Pain and tenderness in your toe Pain when you walk or put weight on your foot Redness or bruising Stiffness Swelling Most of the time, your toe will heal in about 4 to 6 weeks. |
eb735ee260335debcc5a8966ba6f31d5 | How is salmonella infection treated in healthy adults? | For healthy adults: If you have diarrhea with your salmonella infection, you should drink a lot of water and other fluids. Your doctor might suggest you drink a rehydration liquid, like Pedialyte, if your diarrhea is severe. If your doctor confirms that you have a salmonella infection, he might prescribe antibiotics. You need to be sure you finish the prescription and take it exactly as directed. |
3dfb483d27981f01955ee03c5cd91bdf | How can salmonella affect your body's tissues? | Signs of dehydration include: Peeing only in small amounts Dry tongue and mouth Sunken and dry eyes If the salmonella infection gets into your blood, it can infect your body's tissues, such as: The tissues around your brain and spinal cord The lining of your heart or heart valves Your bones or bone marrow The lining of blood vessels These infections can lead to serious diseases. |
b9601aeb388b86091e3ce2effc478818 | How is salmonella infection treated in children? | For children: If your child has a healthy immune system, the doctor may not prescribe any treatment, but rather let the infection run its course. But if your kid has a bad fever, you may want to give her acetaminophen ( Tylenol). |
d215370737967ea33483b07c361bb27e | How can I get salmonella from water? | Produce can be contaminated another way, too. While animal poop is still the culprit, it's not because of manure being put directly on the fields, but contaminated water used to help the produce grow. |
83d67369a6e0b12a7664953664d8d598 | How can I get salmonella from fertilizer? | But you can also get it by eating fruits or vegetables that have been in contact with manure from animals that have it. Animal poop is often used in fertilizer for fruits and vegetables, which is how produce such as lettuce, spinach, or strawberries can also be a source of salmonella in people. |
5e076f744af8645d43a370bd823c6508 | How common is salmonella? | Salmonella infections (also often referred to, generally, as food poisoning) are quite common. Throughout the world, tens of millions of cases are reported every year. Most people get over it without treatment, but some cases are so severe people need to go to the hospital. In rare cases it's life-threatening. Infections are more common in the summer than the winter â after all, people host more picnics when it's hot than cold. Children are more likely than adults to get an infection. In addition to young children, older adults and people with weak immune systems are most likely to be infected. |
c68014e4fc672866ccf8683b2748b1bb | How is salmonella diagnosed? | Diagnosis and Tests Your doctor may want you to have blood tests, or he might want a stool sample. Sometimes, the doctor may want to do further testing to help figure the exact kind of bacteria you have. This can help health officials trace the source if there is an outbreak in your area. |
76253c85f8c4d6b29ecae18ea1204b88 | How can I prevent salmonella infection? | Even though salmonella can hide in a variety of foods, you can do a lot of things yourself to help ensure the sneaky bacteria doesn't invade your gut: Avoid eating raw or barely cooked eggs. Don't eat raw or undercooked beef, pork, or poultry. Refrigerate food properly, both before cooking it and after serving it. Wash your hands well with soap and warm water before, and after, handling food. Keep kitchen surfaces clean before preparing food on them. Do not mix cooked food with raw food or use the same utensils to prepare them â for example, don't use the same knife to slice mushrooms that you used to cut raw chicken, and use different plates or cutting boards to slice them on. Cook each kind of meat to its correct minimum temperature. Wash your hands with soap and water after touching animals, their toys, and their bedding. Wash raw fruits and vegetables well, and peel them if possible. |
b961e5e1ad1c1925976ce660157c1dd0 | When should I call a doctor about a salmonella infection? | But if you still are having symptoms more than a week after first getting the infection, you might want to see a doctor. If a young child, older adult, or person with a weakened immune system has an infection, they should see a doctor if they have any of these symptoms for more than a couple of days: Bloody stools Dehydration Ongoing high fever. |
9978181f71c61f67eb3036a0eaf79899 | What are the symptoms of salmonella infection? | Most of the symptoms you'll have from a salmonella infection will be stomach-related: Cramps in your stomach Bloody stools Diarrhea Cold and chills Fever Headache Sick to your stomach Throwing up Even though most symptoms usually don't last more than a week, in some cases it can take several months for your bowel movements to get back to normal. |
c09c93bcbdf60dc20e81da7c8ed4ffa3 | How is salmonella infection treated in special cases? | In special cases: Infants, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems may need antibiotics. Doctors decide this on a case-by-case basis. There are several types of the bacteria that have become resistant, meaning they can't be stopped by antibiotics. |
d94b36d857ec3704206b161305390ab5 | How can I get salmonella from pets? | Some that may carry the bacteria include: Dogs Cats Birds Reptiles (such as lizards, snakes, and turtles) You or your child could pet a dog or cat and, without knowing it, touch poop hidden in fur. If you then put your fingers in your mouth, you could get an infection. |
df3af575ed049e5c5f049cc3ebb23066 | What are the symptoms of dehydration from salmonella infection? | Produce can be contaminated another way, too. Signs of dehydration include: Peeing only in small amounts Dry tongue and mouth Sunken and dry eyes If the salmonella infection gets into your blood, it can infect your body's tissues, such as: The tissues around your brain and spinal cord The lining of your heart or heart valves Your bones or bone marrow The lining of blood vessels These infections can lead to serious diseases. |
afd79bb24f8921d75bb2007740181310 | How can I get salmonella from handwashing? | If you change your baby's stinky diaper and forget to wash your hands after, you might contract a salmonella infection, too. If you then put your fingers in your mouth, you could get an infection. |
c08345aeb545010d610ccf5603dc40d2 | What are meat-based sources of salmonella? | You might have a salmonella infection. Some of them are: Meat. Some of our favorite proteins to cook and eat have the bacteria. They include: Poultry (chicken, turkey, or duck) Beef and veal Pork Fertilizer. |
c9839a01a7aa006746f48320c45578c8 | How can I get salmonella from cooking? | If you let juices from contaminated chicken or steak come into contact with your lettuce or spinach salad, you could get sick. If you then put your fingers in your mouth, you could get an infection. |
b6039d0cdca17a156d8b77a9534dee7d | What are possible complications from salmonella infection? | You might have a salmonella infection. Most people who get salmonella get better on their own, at home, within 4 to 7 days. Most of the symptoms you'll have from a salmonella infection will be stomach-related: Cramps in your stomach Bloody stools Diarrhea Cold and chills Fever Headache Sick to your stomach Throwing up Even though most symptoms usually don't last more than a week, in some cases it can take several months for your bowel movements to get back to normal. A small number of people who get a salmonella infection get pain in their joints. |
8e0d3f36279b7b193b48a98a45484771 | How should you be careful when exercising if you have diabetes? | Walk and exercise in comfortable shoes. Do not exercise when you have open sores on your feet. |
75082ee61c84d301361a74467452e374 | How can people with diabetes check that they have the correct footwear? | Use this simple test to see if your shoes fit correctly: Stand on a piece of paper. ( Make sure you are standing and not sitting, because your foot changes shape when you stand.) Trace the outline of your foot. Trace the outline of your shoe. Compare the tracings: Is the shoe too narrow? Is your foot crammed into the shoe? The shoe should be at least 1/2 inch longer than your longest toe and as wide as your foot. |
8a1e41b6d7f8af6d24021dbfb6c1efa2 | What foot problems indicate a doctor's visit for people with diabetes? | See your health care provider if you have diabetes and any of the following problems with your feet: Athlete's foot (cracking between the toes) Sores or wounds on your feet Ingrown toenails Increasing numbness or pain Calluses Redness Blackening of skin Bunions Infection Hammer or mallet toes (when the middle joints of toes are permanently bent downward) |
4d67e085e302f9c69df8d188d57081bd | How can you do a footwear test if you have diabetes? | Use this simple test to see if your shoes fit correctly: Stand on a piece of paper. ( Make sure you are standing and not sitting, because your foot changes shape when you stand.) Trace the outline of your foot. Trace the outline of your shoe. Compare the tracings: Is the shoe too narrow? Is your foot crammed into the shoe? The shoe should be at least 1/2 inch longer than your longest toe and as wide as your foot. |
6436134e1384781f782a263b65b29f0c | What is the best footwear for people with diabetes? | When choosing the proper footwear if you have diabetes: Buy shoes with closed toes and heels. Buy shoes with leather uppers but without a seam inside. Make sure there is at least 1/2 inch extra space at the end of your longest toe. The inside of the shoe should be soft with no rough areas. The outer sole should be made of stiff material. Your shoe should be at least as wide as your foot. |
ce45e304a5d329d4c62a535e3ec43ac1 | How should you wash and dry your feet daily if you have diabetes? | Here are some diabetes foot care tips to follow. Use mild soaps. Use warm water. Pat your skin dry; do not rub. Thoroughly dry your feet, especially between the toes. After washing, use lotion on your feet to prevent cracking. Do not put lotion between your toes. |
1772a72dbe9071b9a3cbad8d50653b71 | When do you call your health care provider about your feet if you have diabetes? | Thoroughly dry your feet, especially between the toes. |
6cfb24c675c67406505a4315d019182b | How should you examine your feet each day if you have diabetes? | Check the tops and bottoms of your feet. Have someone else look at your feet if you cannot see them. Check for dry, cracked skin. Look for blisters, cuts, scratches, or other sores. Check for redness, increased warmth, or tenderness when touching any area of your feet. Check for ingrown toenails, corns, and calluses. If you get a blister or sore from your shoes, do not "pop" it. Apply a bandage and wear a different pair of shoes. |
1d64c7657662b1aadd51fddb1cf08bac | How should people with diabetes manage their toenails? | Cut toenails after bathing, when they are soft. Cut toenails straight across and smooth with an emery board. Avoid cutting into the corners of toes. You may want a podiatrist (foot doctor) to cut your toenails. |
fc685b60f5a5066537f88d8e19bd1e81 | What is the best way for people with diabetes to wash their feet? | Here are some diabetes foot care tips to follow. Use mild soaps. Use warm water. Pat your skin dry; do not rub. Thoroughly dry your feet, especially between the toes. After washing, use lotion on your feet to prevent cracking. Do not put lotion between your toes. |
dc11c6b7f00a6ae3f9a7dc5821268875 | What should people with diabetes know about their feet before exercising? | Walk and exercise in comfortable shoes. Do not exercise when you have open sores on your feet. |
beb526f4dc125e056b5d8a10284b9058 | How can you keep your feet safe from complications if you have diabetes? | To keep you feet safe if you have diabetes: Don't wait to treat a minor foot problem. Follow your health care provider's guidelines and first aid guidelines. Report foot injuries and infections to your health care provider immediately. Check water temperature with your elbow, not your foot. Do not use a heating pad on your feet. Do not cross your legs. Do not self-treat your corns, calluses, or other foot problems. Go to your health care provider or podiatrist to treat these conditions. |
dc5e014dd0aef227691e92b2dd50201e | What are some tips for foot safety if you have diabetes? | Follow your health care provider's guidelines and first aid guidelines. Report foot injuries and infections to your health care provider immediately. Check water temperature with your elbow, not your foot. Do not use a heating pad on your feet. Do not cross your legs. Do not self-treat your corns, calluses, or other foot problems. Go to your health care provider or podiatrist to treat these conditions. |
0c837f4a4057c87bf11eee283e8a7de7 | How important is it to care for your feet if you have diabetes? | As a person with diabetes, you are more vulnerable to foot problems, because the disease can damage your nerves and reduce blood flow to your feet. The American Diabetes Association has estimated that one in five people with diabetes who seek hospital care do so for foot problems. By taking proper care of your feet, most serious problems can be prevented. It's important that your doctor check your feet at least once a year for any problems. Do not exercise when you have open sores on your feet. Go to your health care provider or podiatrist to treat these conditions. |
1792152d8ee23418a90d510bf145baa0 | How will your dentist find out if you have an abscessed tooth? | If you have an abscess, it'll hurt when he touches the affected tooth. Take an X-ray. This can tell your dentist if you have an abscess and if it has spread to other parts of your mouth. |
63e372b219b0096751494f4b78bdd5e0 | Do I need to get treatment for an abcessed tooth? | It's important to treat it because there's a chance it could spread to your jaw or other parts of your head or neck. This is especially true if your immune system is weak because of a health condition, like HIV or AIDS. Certain medications, including some cancer treatments, can also make it harder for your body to fight off infections. To find out if you have an abscessed tooth, your dentist probably will: Tap on your teeth. This can tell your dentist if you have an abscess and if it has spread to other parts of your mouth. |
10460ebc374a7af73fc9084008ef421c | What are symptoms of an abscessed tooth? | If it does, it's usually a sharp, throbbing pain, especially when you put pressure on your tooth. It might also spread to your jaw or other parts of your face on the side that's affected. Bacteria can get in through the cavity or a chip or crack in a tooth and spread to the root. |
4813a02ec7bf3d2098cca44e50d42715 | What does dimethylaminoethanol do in skin care products? | The brain makes DMAE. DMAE in skin care products shows minimal effects at best when applied on skin for the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles. |
44adb22bbe6a4c4b83b60033ca2989ca | What is kojic acid? | Kojic acid is a more recent remedy for treating pigment problems and age spots. First developed in 1989, kojic acid has a similar effect as hydroquinone. Kojic acid is made from a fungus, and studies have shown that it is effective at lightening skin. |
f55e894e008b2f1efee5d85d5aaad144 | What is retinol? | Kojic acid is made from a fungus, and studies have shown that it is effective at lightening skin. Retinol is made from vitamin A, and it's in many non-prescription skin care products. Retinol's stronger counterpart is tretinoin, which is the active ingredient in Retin- A and Renova, available by prescription only. |
b2f1f44c3b7bccc5935b10176523a7ec | What are alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs)? | Creams and lotions with alpha-hydroxy acids may help with fine lines, irregular pigmentation, and age spots. Side effects of alpha-hydroxy acids include mild irritation and sun sensitivity. For that reason, sunscreen should be used every morning. |
cb32a04b35eeb63d284e93329610f073 | What does alpha-lipoic acid do in skin care products? | Alpha-lipoic acid diminishes fine lines, gives skin a healthy glow, and boosts levels of other antioxidants, such as vitamin C. Alpha-lipoic acid can enter all parts of a skin cell. Due to this quality, it is believed that alpha-lipoic acid can provide more protection than other antioxidants against so-called free radicals that can damage skin. |
698b6e428a1729ecc33e7a9f6d04a53e | How can you get anal fissures from constipation? | Passing hard stools or straining to pass stools can tear the tissue around your anus. These tears are anal fissures. They cause itching, pain, and bleeding. Because the symptoms of anal fissures make going to the bathroom more difficult, they can make constipation worse. This happens often in children who hold in their stool out of fear of the pain. The tears are usually very small. But sometimes they can grow larger and affect the ring of muscle at the opening of your anus that keeps it closed. This kind of anal fissure is harder to heal. You may need medication or surgery to fix the problem. Once you've had an anal fissure, you're more likely to get another one. |
b7270ac16ffea77aae01518fa165d974 | What can happen if you have chronic constipation? | Having it every once in a while is common, but if you're dealing with symptoms for more than 3 months, your constipation is chronic. And that raises your chance of having complications. The problems most often happen in the places where stool leaves your body. When you're constipated, you're more likely to push hard to try to go. |
81befb06b8b8492fd8187cb677bc3515 | How can you get hemorrhoids from constipation? | When you're constipated, you're more likely to push hard to try to go. That can make the veins around your rectum and anus swell. These swollen veins are called hemorrhoids, or piles. They're like varicose veins around your anus. They can be external, which means they're under the skin around the anus, or internal, which means they're in the lining of your anus or rectum. |
6b9cf481fd26d34a48ba1c3da7a2f7f2 | How can you get impaction from constipation? | When you can't get stool out of your body, it can start to stick together in your intestines. The hardened mass gets stuck and causes a blockage. The squeezing your colon normally uses to push stool out of your body can't move it because it's too large and hard. It can cause pain and vomiting. You may even have to go to the emergency room for treatment. Children and older adults are more likely to have fecal impaction. |
15964e68167d145d2ab1e5f79bf65919 | What can hemorrhoids from constipation cause? | Hemorrhoids can itch and be painful. They can cause bleeding when you have a bowel movement. You may see streaks of blood on your toilet paper when you wipe. Sometimes blood can pool inside a hemorrhoid, which can cause a painful, hard lump. You may also get skin tags, blood clots, or infections from your hemorrhoids. |
6ca0a4a811ffffc794ca056e208215b9 | How can you get rectal prolapse from constipation? | That can make the veins around your rectum and anus swell. When you're constantly straining to pass stools, it can stretch and slip outside your body. Sometimes just part of the rectum comes out, but sometimes the whole thing does. It can be painful and may cause bleeding. It can sometimes be hard to tell if you have rectal prolapse or hemorrhoids, since both cause bulging out of the anus, but they're two different conditions that need to be treated differently. |
8a7458b9d30383233efe11807fe2a837 | What are facts about chronic fatigue syndrome and who does it affect most? | The CDC estimates up to 2.5 million Americans have ME/ CFS. Anyone can get it, including children and teens. It is most common in women in their 40s and 50s. Women are more likely to develop it than men. Most cases are mild or moderate. About 1 in 4 people with the condition have severe symptoms. |
69e083e6e55968959f46171a0b589584 | How can you find out if you have chronic fatigue syndrome? | The National Academy of Medicine has issued guidelines describing the combination of symptoms necessary for doctors to diagnose the condition. Unfortunately, there is not yet a diagnostic test that is sufficiently accurate to be useful. Because extreme fatigue is a symptom of so many conditions, your doctor will want to rule out other conditions first, before considering a diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome. You'll need to get a complete checkup and talk with your doctor about all your symptoms. |
89a811c9de081ed9ce46630fc1616f26 | Can serotonin and cortisol levels contribute to chronic fatigue syndrome? | Serotonin and cortisol: Several studies indicate that serotonin, a major brain chemical, is important in the symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome. People with the illness have low levels of cortisol, a hormone that the body releases in response to stress. |
48fecfd4aced0ddd1ddb080ebc3fd392 | What else is chronic fatigue syndrome known as and is it curable? | Chronic fatigue syndrome is also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis ( ME/ CFS). It tends to cycle through flareups and remissions, good days and bad days, although on the good days you are not back to normal. There isn't any known cure, but different treatments can help the symptoms. |
0da5f423a03876f0dbb419f43e185191 | Could infections or other illnesses contribute to chronic fatigue syndrome? | Infections or other illness: Chronic fatigue syndrome often, but not always, begins with a sudden infectious-like illness (fever, sore throat, aching muscles, upset stomach). Research has found that several different types of infectious agents can trigger the beginning of the illness, including Epstein- Barr virus (a common cause of mononucleosis), Lyme disease bacteria and Q fever bacteria. |
3dd1dc461897e8487ce0486debaf8544 | Can immune system and blood pressure issues contribute to chronic fatigue syndrome? | Immune system problems: Several different parts of the immune system are different in people with chronic fatigue syndrome, and some research indicates that these abnormalities may cause the symptoms of the illness. However, fortunately, people with chronic fatigue syndrome do not have a defective immune system, in the way that people with HIV/ AIDS do. Blood pressure and pulse issues: On standing, people can have a drop in blood pressure and an increase in how fast the heart beats. Sometimes people feel like fainting or actually faint, if the blood pressure drops too low. |
a6f09f3c95535d6fc2aa78ae6374f926 | Do genes contribute to fatigue syndrome? | Doctors don't know the cause of chronic fatigue syndrome, but they have identified different underlying abnormalities in people with the condition. Genes: Some studies have found abnormalities in the structure of certain genes. Other studies have found abnormalities in how some genes are turned on and off, inside cells. Studies of identical and non-identical twins indicate that some people inherit a genetic susceptibility to getting the illness. |
97c2f186dd787428655beb4458aa9bd7 | What causes bradycardia? | The abnormal rhythm can show up after a heart attack or as a side effect of heart surgery. Other things that can lead to it: Certain medications, such as those to treat high blood pressure and other arrhythmias, or abnormal heartbeats A congenital defect, or problem you're born with Thyroid disease, an imbalance of hormones in the body Obstructive sleep apnea , when your breathing pauses many times throughout the night Bradycardia can be a little hard for doctors to figure out, because it's not always present all the time. |
ad7915912d84218c13c5d14532f96aa8 | What tests are done to diagnose bradycardia? | Other things that can lead to it: Certain medications, such as those to treat high blood pressure and other arrhythmias, or abnormal heartbeats A congenital defect, or problem you're born with Thyroid disease, an imbalance of hormones in the body Obstructive sleep apnea , when your breathing pauses many times throughout the night Bradycardia can be a little hard for doctors to figure out, because it's not always present all the time. Your heart can go in and out of slow rhythms. Your doctor will be able to make the diagnosis if you're having a bout of bradycardia during a test called an electrocardiogram. Often called an EKG, it's a way to measure your heart's electrical system. If your heart rate appears normal, but you have had symptoms of bradycardia, your doctor may have you wear a 24-hour monitor. Your doctor will ask about your personal and family health histories, as well as any symptoms you've had. |
bd9dc78ea902f56500a1bec2ca4e5dbe | What are the symptoms of bradycardia? | The biggest concern is your heart isn't doing well enough at pumping blood to all the organs and tissues that need it. When this happens, the following may develop: Lightheadedness or dizziness Confusion or a hard time concentrating Fainting Shortness of breath (with or without chest pain) You may also find that you tire out easily with even just a little activity. |
20491f4c5c70c31c0cbdc67288eb5b4b | What are the treatments for bradycardia? | If your doctor decides that you have bradycardia, the treatment plan will be based on the likely cause of the problem. For instance, if the cause is hypothyroidism, or low thyroid function, treating that may take care of the heart rate issue. If there is no clear physical cause, your doctor may change medications that might be slowing your heart. Beta blockers are sometimes prescribed to relax your heart muscle. But if they cause you to have a really slow heart rate, your doctor might lower the dosage or give you a different drug. If these approaches don't work and your condition is serious enough to put your brain and other organs at risk, you may need a pacemaker. |
9fa403c03a5338e5fe6568e260f880ad | When should you see a doctor for bradycardia? | If you or a loved one faints, has chest pains or trouble breathing, call 911. Tiredness, trouble concentrating, or breathing harder may just seem like part of growing older. But sometimes it's more than that. Be sure to tell your doctor about all your symptoms. If you wear out more easily now than you did a month or year ago, let her know. |
3caecb093cbfc2a15511fec3a2aa1928 | What is bradycardia? | But with bradycardia, it goes down to less than 60 beats a minute. This might not cause a problem for some people. But it could be a clue that you have an issue with the electrical system in your heart. You need to see a doctor who can figure out why it's beating slowly and if you should get treatment. You may exercise a lot, and a slow heart rate could be a sign of how fit you are. |
27553635de4793f08d9baf52187030bf | How can you prevent someone with Alzheimer's disease from falling? | Other things that also help include: Regular exercise Spending more time around other people Staying busy with hobbies and activities he enjoys The disease causes coordination problems that make people more likely to lose their balance and fall. To help prevent that: Encourage regular exercise, especially early in the disease, to help your loved one keep up their balance and strength. Remove objects that are easy to trip on, such as loose rugs or extension cords. Make sure stairways have at least one handrail. Place non-skid strips in the bathtub and on smooth floors. Install night-lights. Place easy-to-see stickers on large windows and sliding-glass doors to make it obvious that something solid is there. |
c07c9df9915c4d8b0b3e813ea8c8ac41 | How can you prevent someone with Alzheimer's disease from wandering? | In the later stages of the disease, memory problems and confusion may give your loved one sudden urges to wander away from home. If he leaves home alone, he could be in danger. To prevent wandering: Make doors hard to open. You may need to place locks higher on doors. Put alarms on doors so they sound an alert when they're opened. Keep car keys hidden. Have him wear an ID bracelet, just in case he does wander and needs help finding his way home. |
d06373e94f58ac0bde2bdfb5306e99b6 | What can help someone with Alzheimer's disease deal with depression? | Other things that also help include: Regular exercise Spending more time around other people Staying busy with hobbies and activities he enjoys The disease causes coordination problems that make people more likely to lose their balance and fall. If he leaves home alone, he could be in danger. |
2514012f1aa7392cd5fedae70a2ce61b | Does lowering background noise help keep someone with Alzheimer's disease calm? | When they feel this way, they may fidget, shout, throw things, or even try to hit other people. To help them: Keep his surroundings quiet. Background noise, like sounds from the TV, can upset or confuse him. If he gets upset or angry, don't argue with him or criticize. |
5027f384ba692f12ffe3759dbd942b1e | How can you lower the chances of someone with Alzheimer's disease getting sick? | Changes in his environment or his daily routine, such as travel or visits from guests, can make him agitated. Take these steps to help your loved one get some rest: Stick to a schedule. Ask his doctor or pharmacist if any of his prescriptions could affect sleep. In the later stages of the disease, memory problems and confusion may give your loved one sudden urges to wander away from home. |
8905735d3cbf226b939c1abe4f7ce393 | How is acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDs) diagnosed? | No one test can identify a case of ARDS. It's more of a puzzle that a doctor has to piece together. Other conditions can have similar symptoms. To make a diagnosis, you doctor will probably begin by asking about your medical history. She'll then likely do a physical exam and listen to your breathing and your heartbeat. She may also look for: Signs of extra fluid in your body Bluish color on your lips or skin There are various tests your doctor might order to help her reach a diagnosis. |
c89f1bef61699cecc03da38471900036 | How can you treat acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDs)? | Treatment aims to get oxygen levels in your blood back up to where they should be, so your organs get what they need. Doctors might start with an air mask and later go to a breathing tube and ventilator (a machine that helps you breathe), depending on exactly what you need. Other treatments might include: Nutrition and medicine through IV fluids Medicine to prevent bleeding and blood clots Medicine to keep you calm and comfortable People with ARDS are treated in the intensive care unit at a hospital. |
54ad226b183f48a9a8770b1869421a18 | What happens when you have acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDs)? | Fluid leaks from small blood vessels and builds up in the tiny air sacs in your lungs. Your lungs are then unable to fill up with enough air. Because of this, the blood traveling to your lungs can't pick up the amount of oxygen it needs to carry to the rest of your body. That can lead to organs such as your kidneys or brain not working as they should or shutting down. Doctors aren't sure why some people get ARDS and others don't. |
fffdd00f5122eca9b18fa1ba839f4eb0 | What tests are used to diagnose acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDs)? | She may also look for: Signs of extra fluid in your body Bluish color on your lips or skin There are various tests your doctor might order to help her reach a diagnosis. Some of them include: Scans: A chest X-ray is crucial and probably the first test your doctor will order. You might also get a computerized tomography ( CT) scan. These can give your doctor an idea of how much fluid is in your lungs and where it is located. Blood tests: These can be used to check your oxygen level. They can also look for signs of infection or anemia. Heart tests: These might be ordered to rule out things such as heart failure (when your heart doesn't pump blood to your body properly). |
7c4bc0aed7dd95427fa42cf7d266dafa | What are the symptoms of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDs)? | Some of the other possible causes of ARDS include: Pneumonia Bleeding that requires a blood transfusion Inflammation of the pancreas Overdosing on cocaine and other drugs Near drowning Burns ARDS makes it hard to breathe and puts great strain on the lungs. So symptoms include shortness of breath, often severe. Other signs of ARDS include: Low blood pressure Unusually fast breathing Confusion and exhaustion Blue-tinted lips or nails from lack of oxygen in the blood Dizziness Lots of sweating While many people are already in a hospital when they get ARDS, you should get medical treatment at once if you have these symptoms or see them in a loved one. |
0ca3da47527de8ef1de69ff2015bb9a4 | What causes acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDs)? | Doctors are still trying to learn more about this condition and why it happens. It's not always clear what triggers a case. Most people who get ARDS are already in the hospital for something else. That's because it's usually caused by an injury or another illness. Some of the causes of ARDS may include: Sepsis: This is when you get an infection in your bloodstream, and your immune system goes into overdrive, causing inflammation, small blood clots, and bleeding. Accidents: Injuries from a car wreck or a fall can damage your lungs or that part of your brain that handles breathing. Breathing in harmful substances: Dense smoke or chemical fumes can trigger ARDS. |
b6bc3e291d7720b750129427e1810caa | What is acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDs)? | It is serious, sometimes life-threatening, and can get worse quickly. But it's generally treatable and most people can recover from it. Fast diagnosis and treatment are important -- your organs need enough oxygen to work right and keep you going. Accidents: Injuries from a car wreck or a fall can damage your lungs or that part of your brain that handles breathing. |
72b7492f0bb58bd11a1039c483a3de56 | What are the symptoms of mycoplasma genitalium (MG) in men? | MG doesn't always cause symptoms, so it's possible to have it and not know it. In men, the symptoms are: Watery discharge from your penis Burning, stinging, or pain when you pee The symptoms for women are: Discharge from your vagina Pain during sex Bleeding after sex Bleeding between periods Pain in your pelvic area below your belly button Unlike other STDs, there is no test for MG that the FDA has approved. |
8fcd4ee55033fdec273b83c92274be53 | What are the symptoms of mycoplasma genitalium (MG) in women? | In men, the symptoms are: Watery discharge from your penis Burning, stinging, or pain when you pee The symptoms for women are: Discharge from your vagina Pain during sex Bleeding after sex Bleeding between periods Pain in your pelvic area below your belly button Unlike other STDs, there is no test for MG that the FDA has approved. |
778cb878bb5d4944ac846414f2a971e8 | Do condoms help reduce the chances of getting mycoplasma genitalium (MG)? | Condoms can reduce your chance of getting MG, but they can't guarantee you won't get it. If you have the disease, avoid having sex for 7 days after you start treatment so you don't infect others. |
58b400f257001229584277917c5a5944 | What are complications from mycoplasma genitalium (MG)? | MG can cause a number of complications: A problem that makes your urethra irritated, swollen, and itchy, called urethritis. It can happen to men and women. An infection of a woman's reproductive organs, called pelvic inflammatory disease ( PID), which can make it hard to get pregnant. An inflamed cervix, called cervicitis Scientists aren't sure if an MG infection can make it hard for men to get a woman pregnant. |
a399abef91b047d9fb9b30267181b715 | What kinds of food should I eat for a low-fat diet? | Eat plenty of plant foods (such as whole-grains, fruits, and vegetables) and a moderate amount of lean and low-fat, animal-based food (meat and dairy products) to help control your fat, cholesterol, carbs, and calories. When you're shopping, choose lean meats, fish, and poultry. Limit these to 5-7 ounces per day. Other good low-fat sources of protein include dried beans and peas, tofu, low-fat yogurt, low-fat or skim milk, low-fat cheese, and tuna packed in water. Choose foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as salmon, flaxseed, and walnuts for heart health. The American Heart Association recommends eating fatty fish such as salmon twice weekly for the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids. |
de2b58aea78422e48071b30bf8e93c6d | What are tips for low-fat cooking? | Trim all visible fat and remove the skin from poultry. Refrigerate soups, gravies, and stews, and remove the hardened fat on top before eating. Bake, broil, or grill meats on a rack that allows fat to drip from the meat. Don't fry foods. Sprinkle lemon juice, herbs, and spices on cooked vegetables instead of using cheese, butter, or cream-based sauces. Try plain, nonfat or low-fat yogurt and chives on baked potatoes rather than sour cream. Reduced-fat sour cream still has fat, so limit the amount you use. |
c31772a3419ee966bc060ffb22f891bd | How does an enzyme inhibitor help treat psoriasis? | The medication apremilast ( Otezla) is a new kind of drug for long-term inflammatory diseases like psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. It's a pill that works by blocking a specific enzyme, which helps to slow other reactions that lead to inflammation. |
348a0fb05b9de1be4f308668d2606fea | How do you know if you have psoriasis? | Your doctor will select a treatment plan that is right for you based on the size of your rash, where it is on your body, your age, your overall health, and other things. |
d7dd1f90c6e988fea8e1cf68448e3330 | How is psoriasis treated? | Some things that can trigger outbreaks are: Cuts, scrapes, or surgery Emotional stress Strep infections Luckily, there are many treatments. Some slow the growth of new skin cells, and others relieve itching and dry skin. Your doctor will select a treatment plan that is right for you based on the size of your rash, where it is on your body, your age, your overall health, and other things. Common treatments include: Steroid creams Moisturizers for dry skin Coal tar (a common treatment for scalp psoriasis; available in lotions, creams, foams, shampoos, and bath solutions) Vitamin D cream (a strong kind ordered by your doctor; vitamin D in foods and pills has no effect) Retinoid creams Treatments for moderate to severe cases of psoriasis include: Light therapy. |
a39b96d52a3c7e9599ddf17c02c50bbc | How do retinoids help treat psoriasis? | These pills, creams, foams, 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. |
941e90b13e1e4547b49101484bb0a89d | How do biologic treatments help treat psoriasis? | These work by blocking the body's immune system (which is over-active in psoriasis) to better control the systemic inflammation associated with psoriasis. Biologic medications include adalimumab ( Humira), brodalumab ( Siliq), etanercept ( Enbrel), guselkumab ( Tremfya), infliximab ( Remicade), ixekizumab ( Taltz), risankizumab-rzaa ( SKYRIZI), secukinumab ( Cosentyx), and ustekinumab ( Stelara). |
8c0d44635488024f48bbcf404d13b8e8 | How do I know if I have psoriasis? | If you have a rash that isn't healing, see your doctor. |
877ba8e7e3d70a6f3e28adf2dceed863 | How does psoriasis occur? | It usually appears in early adulthood. For most people, it affects just a few areas. In severe cases, it can cover large parts of the body. The rashes can heal and then come back throughout a person's life. |
f047fa8257569d99e4b1f13e05f5a105 | What things trigger an outbreak of psoriasis? | Some things that can trigger outbreaks are: Cuts, scrapes, or surgery Emotional stress Strep infections Luckily, there are many treatments. |
1f3681e2b17249ac3bfae4411cc8777c | When is methotrexate used to treat psoriasis? | This drug can cause liver disease and lung problems, so it's only for serious cases. Doctors closely watch patients. You may have to get lab work, a chest X-ray and possibly a liver biopsy. |
d790112c8d9ecdb9dcc0b54ade931a3a | How are biologic treatments used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis? | These work by blocking the body's immune system (which is over-active in psoriasis) to better control the systemic inflammation associated with psoriasis. Biologic medications include adalimumab ( Humira), brodalumab ( Siliq), etanercept ( Enbrel), guselkumab ( Tremfya), infliximab ( Remicade), ixekizumab ( Taltz), risankizumab-rzaa ( SKYRIZI), secukinumab ( Cosentyx), and ustekinumab ( Stelara). |
622960f81bab3756a2288bc57b24d259 | How are enzyme inhibitors used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis? | The medication apremilast ( Otezla) is a new kind of drug for long-term inflammatory diseases like psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. It's a pill that works by blocking a specific enzyme, which helps to slow other reactions that lead to inflammation. |
219d2e9239b4c0465fca10b4bc551cbb | How does cyclosporine help treat psoriasis? | This drug, made to suppress the immune system, may be taken for serious cases that do not respond to other treatments. It can damage the kidneys and raise blood pressure though, so your doctor will closely watch your heath while you take it. |
179bda793f3a582768d5c8ea1eff629e | How does methotrexate help treat psoriasis? | This drug can cause liver disease and lung problems, so it's only for serious cases. Doctors closely watch patients. You may have to get lab work, a chest X-ray and possibly a liver biopsy. |
c182fb4aa72c98e51e6188fdd36a51bd | How does light therapy help treat psoriasis? | A doctor uses ultraviolet light to slow the growth of skin cells. PUVA is a treatment that combines a medicine called psoralen with a special form of ultraviolet light. |
1f2b7ac66cd55b26d6a382c3b0649da1 | What can trigger outbreaks of psoriasis? | Some things that can trigger outbreaks are: Cuts, scrapes, or surgery Emotional stress Strep infections Luckily, there are many treatments. |
c288992dc3b9e4d0eee07280b1e25e0d | What is the treatment for psoriasis? | Some slow the growth of new skin cells, and others relieve itching and dry skin. Your doctor will select a treatment plan that is right for you based on the size of your rash, where it is on your body, your age, your overall health, and other things. Common treatments include: Steroid creams Moisturizers for dry skin Coal tar (a common treatment for scalp psoriasis; available in lotions, creams, foams, shampoos, and bath solutions) Vitamin D cream (a strong kind ordered by your doctor; vitamin D in foods and pills has no effect) Retinoid creams Treatments for moderate to severe cases of psoriasis include: Light therapy. Biologic treatments. |
1e6bee6064d0d946ca61ce15f7b28865 | What are the causes of psoriasis? | Normally, skin cells are replaced every 10 to 30 days. With psoriasis, new cells grow every 3 to 4 days. The buildup of old cells being replaced by new ones creates those silver scales. These work by blocking the body's immune system (which is over-active in psoriasis) to better control the systemic inflammation associated with psoriasis. |
01f6dfd7148d0caba7448185f81d30a0 | What causes meningitis? | Meningitis symptoms can develop within hours or days and may include: Confusion Fever Headache Numbness in your face Sensitivity to light Stiff neck so that you can't lower your chin to your chest Upset stomach or vomiting Meningitis is almost always caused by a bacterial or viral infection that begins somewhere else in your body, like your ears, sinuses, or throat. Less common causes of meningitis include: Autoimmune disorders Cancer medications Syphilis Tuberculosis It's an extremely serious illness. |
04d86b3105cdf2c814478ebc1db49d35 | What is fungal meningitis? | Fungal meningitis is much less common than the bacterial or viral forms. Healthy people rarely get it. Someone with a problem with their immune system -- because they have AIDS, for example -- is more likely to become infected with this form of meningitis. |
01b4acc22b9aa77b74a29c9d413b3306 | Who's more likely to get meningitis? | Anyone can get meningitis, but research shows that it's more common in these age groups: Children under 5 Teenagers and young adults ages 16-25 Adults over 55 Meningitis is more of a danger for people with certain medical conditions, such as a damaged or missing spleen, long-term disease, or immune system disorders. Because certain germs that cause meningitis can spread easily, outbreaks are most likely to happen in places where people live close to each other. College students in dorms or military recruits in barracks can be more likely to catch the disease. |
4a6fb913fbaddee7df978250020292e9 | What are the different types of meningitis? | There are several causes of this disease, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Bacterial meningitis can be life-threatening and spreads between people in close contact with each other. Viral meningitis tends to be less severe, and most people recover completely without treatment. Fungal meningitis is a rare form of the disease. It usually happens only in people whose immune system -- the body's defense against germs -- has been weakened. |
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