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cc9b5cae50631d90c8a856899e503698 | What are some tips for your baby's first month? | Babies love to be touched. Give your 1-month-old lots of skin-to-skin contact, for example by holding and rocking, or giving him a gentle massage. It will make your newborn feel comforted and loved. Move baby's legs in a bicycling motion for a couple of minutes at a time. This easy exercise will help tone the muscles to prepare for crawling and walking -- which your baby will start doing before you know it! |
e34cfc3558d7b0a7123d6e05efc8e53f | What should you expect in your 1-month-old's sleeping habits? | In fact, newborns sleep 15 to 16 hours a day. Those hours may be erratic, because baby hasn't yet adjusted to the normal day and night cycle. You can help your baby adjust by limiting activities to daytime, and keeping things quiet, dark, and boring at night. Eventually he will get the hint that day is for play and night is for sleep. Also, your 1-month-old's sleep cycles are much different than yours. Unlike adults, newborn babies spend more time in REM sleep than in deeper non- REM sleep. That means they may wake up fairly easily during those first few weeks. |
54448de6f1317db78b4d5ce6797cf0eb | What should you expect in your 1-month-old's development of the senses? | Newborns are very nearsighted. Your baby can see objects and people most clearly when they are just 8 to 12 inches away. That means he can see your face while he is nursing, and in fact, will prefer looking at you than at a stuffed animal, because infants are naturally drawn to human faces. They also prefer high-contrast objects because they're easier to see (although you needn't outfit your entire nursery in black-and-white; bright colors are good, too). You may notice that your 1-month-old's eyes cross when trying to focus. That is normal, because a newborn's eye control hasn't fully developed. However, if they remain crossed at three or four months, call your pediatrician, because it could be a sign of strabismus (crossed eyes). Although a newborn's hearing isn't yet fully developed, babies can recognize sounds -- especially their parents' voices, which they got used to hearing in the womb. They especially like high-pitched sounds; so don't get too annoyed when your mother-in-law uses that squeaky baby voice every time she talks to your newborn. If baby doesn't seem to be responding at all to sound, be sure to mention this to your pediatrician at your well visits. Many states screen all babies' hearing at birth, but be sure to mention hearing concerns to your pediatrician even if the birth test was OK. Like many older children (and adults), babies prefer sweet tastes. Their taste buds aren't yet mature enough to distinguish bitter and sour. They have a well-developed sense of smell, and can already pick out the scent of their mother's nipple, and breast milk, within the first few days of life. |
77b05241cae5fccb251f12ce328382c5 | What should you expect in your 1-month-old's growth development? | Don't be alarmed if your baby loses some weight during the first few days of life. Babies are born with extra body fluid and typically lose up to 10% of their birth weight before they stabilize and start gaining. By their two-week birthday, babies should be back up to their birth weight, and during the first month they'll gain weight quickly -- putting on between a half-ounce and an ounce a day. Your doctor will check baby's weight gain against a growth chart during your well-baby visits, to make sure he is growing at the right rate. |
843b2a332ab3cf02f42afbdcfa1e2ab8 | When should you call 911 about hives? | If you have hives along with fever, nausea, stomach cramps, shortness of breath, and a drop in blood pressure after a bee sting, insect bite, or drug injection, that can be a sign of a life-threatening allergy. |
eb39e881a27fa4975fa27158da88ef96 | How can you treat hives? | Your doctor may call them urticaria. They can last a few minutes or several days before they go away. If your doctor has prescribed an epinephrine auto-injector for you, make sure you have two with you at all times. |
e7b285c53988a83e0e1bffcaf126b559 | What is the best way to prevent colds? | It's all due to the way colds spread. |
9b958c16ecf735030c362bba7b6c568b | How are colds passed? | The main way colds get passed around is when someone who's sick coughs or sneezes. Little droplets with germs land on places like doorknobs, telephones, and computer keyboards. Or the sick person coughs or sneezes into their hands and then touches those objects. Then you come along, happy and healthy, and touch that spot. Next, without even realizing it, you might touch your nose and mouth. Voila! In an instant you're infected. |
caae568f302cc67e395036cffa633107 | How should I wash my hands for cold prevention? | Here's the drill: First, wet your hands with water. Then add soap. Rub them together vigorously for 20 seconds. Make sure to rub the wrists, between the fingers, and under the fingernails. When you have time, use a nailbrush, as germs often hide under nails. Rinse your hands thoroughly and dry with a clean paper towel or air dryer. If you are in a public restroom, shut the faucet off with a paper towel. Try to push the door open with your shoulder, or use another paper towel to turn the knob. |
7b63fb34cb93492064bbb1f64bcb9f89 | Does hand sanitizer prevent colds? | It should be at least 60% alcohol. Rub the entire surface of your hands, fingers, and wrist with the sanitizer until dry. You can use this throughout the day if you're not near a bathroom. Follow up with a thorough hand scrub when you're near a sink to prevent buildup of the sanitizer. |
eda491518ea2430ab05534a34e9c6069 | Why does hand washing prevent colds? | Some viruses -- tiny living things that cause colds -- can live on surfaces for hours. Regular hand washing is your best strategy to keep them from getting inside your body. And of course, if you're the one who's sick, washing up will keep you from spreading your germs. There's some evidence behind this. A program called Operation Stop Cough was started at a military recruit training command center in Illinois. As part of the program, recruits were told to wash their hands at least five times a day. After 2 years, the hand-washing team reported 45% fewer cases of respiratory illness, compared with sickness rates among recruits during the year before the program started. |
7eaee20e537145fe017f20758920c197 | How much do I need to wash my hands to prevent colds? | For example, do it before and after you eat, after using the bathroom, after school, and after handling any raw meat, unwashed vegetables, or garbage. Also wash your hands after coughing, sneezing, blowing your nose, or touching your pet. If you're babysitting, wash before and after changing a baby's diapers and before and after feedings. You can use this throughout the day if you're not near a bathroom. |
d4a2829e4fcf316d5fd27d73b4eb55ce | What causes angina? | Angina is usually due to heart disease. A fatty substance called plaque builds up in your arteries, blocking blood flow to the heart muscle. This forces your heart to work with less oxygen. That causes pain. |
b5a4d1e054ad1c8a0beca05dc84edf3b | What is angioplasty and stenting for angina? | This could be: Angioplasty /stenting: The doctor threads a tiny tube, with a balloon inside, through a blood vessel and up to your heart. Then, he inflates the balloon inside the narrowed artery to widen it and restore blood flow. A small tube called a stent may be left inside the artery to help keep it open. The stent is usually permanent and made of metal. It can also be made of a material that the body absorbs over time. Some stents have medicine that helps keep the artery from getting blocked again. The procedure usually takes less than 2 hours. You'll probably stay overnight at the hospital. |
b072ef776a866fc0ea32c6fc1cd081ac | What do medicines for angina do? | Your doctor might prescribe medicines to: Widen blood vessels, letting more blood flow to the heart Slow the heart down so it doesn't have to work as hard Relax blood vessels to let more blood flow to the heart Prevent blood clots If meds aren't enough, you may need to have blocked arteries opened with a medical procedure or surgery. |
bed22b8fc5daa658a074fc102408ec2d | What is Prinzmetal's angina? | It usually lasts a few minutes, and it goes away when you rest. It might happen at night while you're sleeping or resting. The heart arteries suddenly tighten or narrow. It can cause a lot of pain, and you should get it treated. |
e8c1adbc7d24b91508976666b22ecb06 | What is unstable angina? | You can have this while you're at rest or not very active. The pain can be strong and long-lasting, and come back again and again. It can be a signal that you're about to have a heart attack, so see a doctor right away. Unstable angina may not, and it could get worse. |
9fd1198b4f721227fffecb7350f21e6b | How can I learn to relax when I have multiple sclerosis? | A number of methods can calm things down. Exercises include breathing, muscle and mind relaxation, and relaxation to music. Whichever you try, first make sure you have a: Quiet location that's free of distractions Comfortable body position (sit or recline on a chair or sofa) Good state of mind (try to block out worries and distracting thoughts) Then try one of these techniques: Two-minute relaxation. |
8f7eb6f6c9e71cb4412733bdcf9de3c6 | What are some ways someone can reduce stress? | Your body sends out physical, emotional, and behavioral warning signs of stress: Some of the emotional signals you may notice are that you: Get angry Find it hard to concentrate Feel worried Become sad Have frequent mood swings Physical warning signs include: Stooped posture Sweaty palms Fatigue Weight gain or loss You'll know you're starting to show behavioral warning signs when you: Overreact Act on impulse Use alcohol or drugs Withdraw from your relationships Part of your strategy to cut stress is to keep a positive attitude and accept that there are some events that you can't control. Also try to follow these tips: Assert your feelings, opinions, or beliefs instead of becoming angry, combative, or passive. Learn relaxation techniques. Exercise regularly. Eat well-balanced meals. Get enough sleep and rest. Don't rely on alcohol or drugs to end stress. |
5027d145968abf32c0dc77b27ae44b71 | How does deep-breathing relaxation help manage stress? | Imagine a spot just below your navel. Breathe into that spot and fill your belly with air. Let the air fill you from the belly up, then let it out, like deflating a balloon. With every long, slow breath out, you should feel more relaxed. |
e0dc2abb456a29d6e00bc9c0bffa6b1e | How does mind relaxation help manage stress? | As you breathe out, silently say to yourself the word "one," a short word such as "peaceful," or a short phrase such as " I feel quiet." Continue for 10 minutes. If your mind wanders, gently remind yourself to think about your breathing and your chosen word or phrase. Let your breathing become slow and steady. |
bbe74bc4c330282cd89358a3e84f3a33 | What are the emotional signals of oncoming stress from multiple sclerosis? | Your body sends out physical, emotional, and behavioral warning signs of stress: Some of the emotional signals you may notice are that you: Get angry Find it hard to concentrate Feel worried Become sad Have frequent mood swings Physical warning signs include: Stooped posture Sweaty palms Fatigue Weight gain or loss You'll know you're starting to show behavioral warning signs when you: Overreact Act on impulse Use alcohol or drugs Withdraw from your relationships Part of your strategy to cut stress is to keep a positive attitude and accept that there are some events that you can't control. |
7f44f7991abb4660d58e9e9b0ea620fc | What are the physical warning signs of oncoming stress? | Your body sends out physical, emotional, and behavioral warning signs of stress: Some of the emotional signals you may notice are that you: Get angry Find it hard to concentrate Feel worried Become sad Have frequent mood swings Physical warning signs include: Stooped posture Sweaty palms Fatigue Weight gain or loss You'll know you're starting to show behavioral warning signs when you: Overreact Act on impulse Use alcohol or drugs Withdraw from your relationships Part of your strategy to cut stress is to keep a positive attitude and accept that there are some events that you can't control. |
0810f9f23cbb92c7b79398a4b2e2aebc | What can I do to reduce stress? | Your body sends out physical, emotional, and behavioral warning signs of stress: Some of the emotional signals you may notice are that you: Get angry Find it hard to concentrate Feel worried Become sad Have frequent mood swings Physical warning signs include: Stooped posture Sweaty palms Fatigue Weight gain or loss You'll know you're starting to show behavioral warning signs when you: Overreact Act on impulse Use alcohol or drugs Withdraw from your relationships Part of your strategy to cut stress is to keep a positive attitude and accept that there are some events that you can't control. Also try to follow these tips: Assert your feelings, opinions, or beliefs instead of becoming angry, combative, or passive. Learn relaxation techniques. Exercise regularly. Eat well-balanced meals. Get enough sleep and rest. Don't rely on alcohol or drugs to end stress. |
960a887e32c3789fd11d980c122d05af | How is two minute relaxation used to manage stress from multiple sclerosis? | Switch your thoughts to yourself and your breathing. Take a few deep breaths, then breathe out slowly. Mentally scan your body. Notice areas that feel tense or cramped and then loosen them up. |
beec82fcbdb6817bad17063d9ea46325 | How can I manage my emotions if I have multiple sclerosis? | There are many ways to keep those feelings under control, including relaxation methods and exercise. To help manage your emotions, it helps to learn the warning signs that you are under too much stress. Your body sends out physical, emotional, and behavioral warning signs of stress: Some of the emotional signals you may notice are that you: Get angry Find it hard to concentrate Feel worried Become sad Have frequent mood swings Physical warning signs include: Stooped posture Sweaty palms Fatigue Weight gain or loss You'll know you're starting to show behavioral warning signs when you: Overreact Act on impulse Use alcohol or drugs Withdraw from your relationships Part of your strategy to cut stress is to keep a positive attitude and accept that there are some events that you can't control. |
4f5b99da30e28b28e18d53ea6623e390 | How can someone let go of as much tension as they can to help manage stress? | Rotate your head in a smooth, circular motion once or twice. ( Stop if you feel pain.) Roll your shoulders forward and backward several times. Let all your muscles completely relax. Recall a pleasant thought for a few seconds. Take another deep breath and then breathe out slowly. |
b02c33dd455f97cab9b2cd67a3140b15 | What can happen if someone has a long-term illness like multiple sclerosis? | There are many ways to keep those feelings under control, including relaxation methods and exercise. To help manage your emotions, it helps to learn the warning signs that you are under too much stress. Your body sends out physical, emotional, and behavioral warning signs of stress: Some of the emotional signals you may notice are that you: Get angry Find it hard to concentrate Feel worried Become sad Have frequent mood swings Physical warning signs include: Stooped posture Sweaty palms Fatigue Weight gain or loss You'll know you're starting to show behavioral warning signs when you: Overreact Act on impulse Use alcohol or drugs Withdraw from your relationships Part of your strategy to cut stress is to keep a positive attitude and accept that there are some events that you can't control. |
6cf1456c6e7607a8206aff599f03245e | How can I let go of as much tension as possible from multiple sclerosis? | Rotate your head in a smooth, circular motion once or twice. ( Stop if you feel pain.) Roll your shoulders forward and backward several times. Let all your muscles completely relax. Recall a pleasant thought for a few seconds. Take another deep breath and then breathe out slowly. |
2035776e3aa4473c7e7f8fc614b94693 | How can someone learn to relax to help manage stress? | A number of methods can calm things down. Exercises include breathing, muscle and mind relaxation, and relaxation to music. Whichever you try, first make sure you have a: Quiet location that's free of distractions Comfortable body position (sit or recline on a chair or sofa) Good state of mind (try to block out worries and distracting thoughts) Then try one of these techniques: Two-minute relaxation. |
67f87e154dfe0b7208037ed5ab03d79f | How can I use mind relaxation to help treat stress from multiple sclerosis? | As you breathe out, silently say to yourself the word "one," a short word such as "peaceful," or a short phrase such as " I feel quiet." Continue for 10 minutes. If your mind wanders, gently remind yourself to think about your breathing and your chosen word or phrase. Let your breathing become slow and steady. |
b3ae3c9394c37c76201a124b85fcb756 | What are the behavioral warning signs of stress from multiple sclerosis? | Your body sends out physical, emotional, and behavioral warning signs of stress: Some of the emotional signals you may notice are that you: Get angry Find it hard to concentrate Feel worried Become sad Have frequent mood swings Physical warning signs include: Stooped posture Sweaty palms Fatigue Weight gain or loss You'll know you're starting to show behavioral warning signs when you: Overreact Act on impulse Use alcohol or drugs Withdraw from your relationships Part of your strategy to cut stress is to keep a positive attitude and accept that there are some events that you can't control. |
607c37b3a9877d6fda2360e29cf03b79 | What are some emotional signs of stress? | Your body sends out physical, emotional, and behavioral warning signs of stress: Some of the emotional signals you may notice are that you: Get angry Find it hard to concentrate Feel worried Become sad Have frequent mood swings Physical warning signs include: Stooped posture Sweaty palms Fatigue Weight gain or loss You'll know you're starting to show behavioral warning signs when you: Overreact Act on impulse Use alcohol or drugs Withdraw from your relationships Part of your strategy to cut stress is to keep a positive attitude and accept that there are some events that you can't control. |
9e5dcf2919bde4656d76cfff7498a8cb | What is two-minute relaxation for stress management? | Switch your thoughts to yourself and your breathing. Take a few deep breaths, then breathe out slowly. Mentally scan your body. Notice areas that feel tense or cramped and then loosen them up. |
99fde461343e5bb6283dd9d813a63369 | How can I use deep breathing relaxation to help treat stress from multiple sclerosis? | Imagine a spot just below your navel. Breathe into that spot and fill your belly with air. Let the air fill you from the belly up, then let it out, like deflating a balloon. With every long, slow breath out, you should feel more relaxed. |
98c591a5b1d2ef258d3950be99add361 | What are some behavioral warning signs of stress? | Your body sends out physical, emotional, and behavioral warning signs of stress: Some of the emotional signals you may notice are that you: Get angry Find it hard to concentrate Feel worried Become sad Have frequent mood swings Physical warning signs include: Stooped posture Sweaty palms Fatigue Weight gain or loss You'll know you're starting to show behavioral warning signs when you: Overreact Act on impulse Use alcohol or drugs Withdraw from your relationships Part of your strategy to cut stress is to keep a positive attitude and accept that there are some events that you can't control. |
c2e4fa629d9805b3d964fc2158088432 | What are some physical warning signs of stress? | Your body sends out physical, emotional, and behavioral warning signs of stress: Some of the emotional signals you may notice are that you: Get angry Find it hard to concentrate Feel worried Become sad Have frequent mood swings Physical warning signs include: Stooped posture Sweaty palms Fatigue Weight gain or loss You'll know you're starting to show behavioral warning signs when you: Overreact Act on impulse Use alcohol or drugs Withdraw from your relationships Part of your strategy to cut stress is to keep a positive attitude and accept that there are some events that you can't control. |
5ee2c49c0eb44195a8b479d821215438 | What are symptoms of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)? | If symptoms are present, they may include one or more of the following: Bumps, sores, or warts near the mouth, anus, penis, or vagina Swelling or redness near the penis or vagina Skin rash Painful urination Weight loss, loose stools, or night sweats Aches, pains, fever, and chills Yellowing of the skin (jaundice) Discharge from the penis or vagina (vaginal discharge may have an odor.) |
f9e9ee423e149cf42b91c8b2f1d2f98e | How can your personal history affect your risk for colorectal cancer? | If you've already had colorectal cancer, you could get it again, especially if you had it for the first time before age 60. Also, people who have chronic inflammatory conditions of the colon, such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease, are more likely to develop colorectal cancer than other people. |
0f97b1d602655ef34e92d74191aff4a1 | What should you do if you think you may be at risk for colorectal cancer? | If you have one or more of these risk factors, it doesn't mean that you will develop colorectal cancer. But you should talk about your risk factors with your doctor. She may be able to suggest ways to lower your chances and tell you when you need to get checked. |
29dc1af736d8f97846de4443ea07bff7 | Why do some people get colorectal cancer? | Personal history. Doctors don't know why that is. |
d1643cb18ee11e025ead4b10ada44596 | Is bee pollen safe for pregnant women? | A woman should also avoid using bee pollen if she is breastfeeding. Bee pollen may cause increased bleeding if taken with certain blood thinners like warfarin. Check with your doctor before taking bee pollen if you take any medications, over-the-counter medicines, or herbals. |
441dd84ca1e46aa67b4b07de996db0f0 | Can bee pollen trigger allergic reactions? | Bee pollen appears to be safe for most people, at least when taken for a short term. But if you have pollen allergies, you may get more than you bargained for. Bee pollen can cause a serious allergic reaction -- including shortness of breath, hives, swelling, and anaphylaxis. |
b7460b0dc069751a12eb769a6a75ed04 | How common is ragweed allergy? | Everywhere in the U. S. has ragweed. It's most common in the East and Midwest, but it's in every state. Because it's so light, the wind carries ragweed pollen far. Researchers have found ragweed pollen 2 miles up in the atmosphere and 400 miles out at sea. |
8ab6921c57d1750af899930a43dc16db | What are over-the-counter medications can treat ragweed allergy? | You may get help from: Testing to make sure that you really have a ragweed allergy Over-the-counter or prescription medications For most people with frequent symptoms, nasal steroids are the best treatment. If your symptoms are more mild, an oral antihistamine may be enough. Both are available over-the-counter. Early treatment. If your doctor says it's OK, start taking medications 2 weeks before ragweed season starts. That way you can stop the allergic reaction before it starts. Allergy shots, which can -- over the course of months or years -- get your body to develop a tolerance to ragweed so it no longer triggers an allergic reaction. Oral tablets placed under the tongue contain the same type of extracts used in allergy shots. |
e7902c89eb12230af8298d20de81eb53 | What foods can trigger ragweed allergy? | Eating foods that contain similar proteins to ragweed pollen proteins can worsen symptoms. Possible triggers are: Bananas Melons Honey Sunflower seeds Chamomile tea Don't dry laundry outside. |
c81dbb6fb958816dd63778990ea39557 | How can you lower your risk for ragweed allergy? | Avoiding ragweed may be impossible. But there are ways to limit your exposure -- and lower your risk of symptoms. During ragweed season you should: Track pollen counts. Check them in the newspaper or on the web. Stay inside when they're high. Avoid peak ragweed hours. Limit your time outside between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Counts are lower in the early morning and late afternoon. Keep windows closed. At home and in the car, don't open the windows. Using central air conditioning with a HEPA filter will keep you cool and help filter out pollen. Change your clothes and wash your hands after you've been outside. Ragweed can stick to skin or clothing. |
27be03a654e0aa69fea022ae5b892fce | What are symptoms of ragweed allergy? | It's the most common trigger for hay fever. About 1 out of 5 people get a reaction to it. During ragweed season, one plant can release a billion grains of it into the air. |
77838ba2c7b69eae0965567f7e8d8755 | How can you tell if you're allergic to ragweed? | About 1 out of 5 people get a reaction to it. Its season usually starts in early August and ends in mid- October. Some researchers think climate change may be extending that season. It's most common in the East and Midwest, but it's in every state. Counts are lower in the early morning and late afternoon. |
5b7b67db202ec8ead9d7742d3944aba7 | How does pioglitazone (Actos) work? | Your doctor may call this type of drug a âmeglitinide.â Side effects of meglitinides include: Low blood sugar Stomach upset Pioglitazone ( Actos) How it works: Helps insulin work better in muscle and fat. It lowers the amount of sugar the liver releases and makes fat cells more sensitive to insulin's effects. It may take a few weeks for these drugs to lower blood sugar. Your doctor should talk with you about heart risks with this type of drug, which he may call âthiazolidinediones.â Side effects from this type of drug are rare but may include: Higher than normal levels of liver enzymes Liver failure Respiratory infection Headache Fluid retention Repaglinide ( Prandin) How it works: Makes the pancreas release more insulin, but only if your blood sugar levels are too high. |
5ba6e269257e7d1455c52a89f395989b | How does empagliflozin (Jardiance) work? | Your doctor may call this type of drug a â SGLT2 inhibitor.â Empagliflozin ( Jardiance) How it works: Boosts how much glucose leaves your body in urine, and blocks your kidney from reabsorbing glucose. Your doctor may call this type of drug a â SGLT2 inhibitor.â Glimepiride ( Amaryl) How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. |
7d539c70b18756cbbd3e4abc5c62659a | How does canagliflozin (Invokana) work to treat type 2 diabetes? | Canagliflozin ( Invokana) How it works: Boosts how much glucose leaves your body in urine, and blocks your kidney from reabsorbing glucose. Your doctor may call this type of drug a â SGLT2 inhibitor.â Side effects can include: Vaginal yeast infections Urinary tract infections Dizziness, fainting Ketoacidosis or ketosis Increased risk of bone fracture Decreased bone mineral density Chlorpropamide ( Diabinese) How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. |
628ddc89dc0a91997b0c9ee90536d2ba | How does nateglinide (Starlix) work to treat type 2 diabetes? | Nateglinide ( Starlix) How it works: Makes the pancreas release more insulin, but only if your blood sugar levels are too high. Your doctor may call this type of drug a âmeglitinide.â Side effects of meglitinides include: Low blood sugar Stomach upset Pioglitazone ( Actos) How it works: Helps insulin work better in muscle and fat. |
a1a65fcf3e3e385e60406ec9c0e63a75 | What are the side effects of glimepiride (Amaryl)? | Side effects of this kind of drug include: Low blood sugar Upset stomach Skin rash or itching Weight gain Tolbutamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. |
45903a60f782b60cafb50d40a97c3592 | What are the side effects of canagliflozin (Inovkana)? | Your doctor may call this type of drug a â SGLT2 inhibitor.â Side effects can include: Vaginal yeast infections Urinary tract infections Dizziness, fainting Ketoacidosis or ketosis Increased risk of bone fracture Decreased bone mineral density Chlorpropamide ( Diabinese) How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. |
4a8e05e5f780d595ebcc8931ce8ff53e | How does tolazamide work to treat type 2 diabetes? | Tolazamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â This drug is not used as often as newer sulfonylureas. Side effects of this kind of drug include: Low blood sugar Upset stomach Skin rash or itching Weight gain Tolbutamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â This drug is not used as often as newer sulfonylureas. |
b410a59f47e18ade39f3aa881eb756ab | How do you take inhaled insulin (Afrezza) to treat type 2 diabetes? | Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â Side effects of sulfonylureas include: Low blood sugar Upset stomach Skin rash or itching Weight gain Inhaled Insulin ( Afrezza) How you take it: You put a cartridge, which contains a dose of this powdered, rapid-acting insulin, into an inhaler, and you use it before meals or soon after you start to eat. |
e87f18c2ff9c0fd5fac7171ca64deb6f | How does chlorpropamide (Diabinese) work to treat type 2 diabetes? | Tolazamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â This drug is not used as often as newer sulfonylureas. Side effects of this kind of drug include: Low blood sugar Upset stomach Skin rash or itching Weight gain Tolbutamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â This drug is not used as often as newer sulfonylureas. |
349f3108cca2bb411cbec33844dbb2de | Besides injections, how else can you take medicines for type 2 diabetes? | But there are others that you take as a pill or that you inhale. Your doctor will consider exactly what you need, which may include more than one type of diabetes medicine. The goal is to get your best blood sugar control, and the oral drugs do that in several ways. |
db71135f5f222ed08e7e7121e7bc39cc | How does bromocriptine mesylate (Cycloset, Parlodel) work to treat type 2 diabetes? | Bromocriptine mesylate ( Cycloset, Parlodel) How it works: This tablet raises the level of dopamine, a brain chemical. It's approved help improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes, along with diet and exercise. It's not used to treat type 1 diabetes. |
ec35d62bc2b8b7a782dfe9427365c108 | How does inhaled insulin (Afrezza) work to treat type 2 diabetes? | How it works: The insulin quickly moves from lung cells into the bloodstream. It doesn't replace long-acting insulin (which you can't inhale). You should not use it if you have a long-term lung disease, such as asthma or COPD, or if you smoke. It's not recommended for treating diabetic ketoacidosis. |
22c53b270d8e2d68ebe8aad2b6cf4b0b | How does rosiglitazone (Avandia) work to treat type 2 diabetes? | Your doctor may call this type of drug a âmeglitinide.â Side effects of this type of drug include: Low blood sugar Stomach upset Rosiglitazone ( Avandia) How it works: Helps insulin work better in muscle and fat. It lowers the amount of sugar the liver releases and makes fat cells more sensitive to insulin's effects. It may take a few weeks for this kind of drug to lower blood sugar. Your doctor should talk with you about heart risks with this type of drug, which he may call âthiazolidinediones.â Side effects for thiazolidinediones are rare but may include: Higher than normal levels of liver enzymes Liver failure Respiratory infection Headache Fluid retention Saxagliptin ( Onglyza) How it works: Boosts insulin levels when blood sugars are too high, and tells the liver to cut back on making sugars. |
e5448b5289813820812fb97b8d8178b1 | How does acarbose (Precose) work to treat type 2 diabetes? | Acarbose ( Precose) How it works: Blocks enzymes that help digest starches, slowing the rise in blood sugar. It belongs to a group of drugs called âalpha-glucosidase inhibitors.â Side effects for these kinds of drugs include stomach upset (gas, diarrhea, nausea, cramps). |
b612a1dfefb218954a195566f564f4a4 | How does glimepiride (Amaryl) work to treat type 2 diabetes? | Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â Side effects of sulfonylureas include: Low blood sugar Upset stomach Skin rash or itching Weight gain Glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab) How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. Tolazamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. |
c72b43ed0dd61d56c604b976c7946d59 | How does glimepiride (Amaryl) work? | Tolazamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â This drug is not used as often as newer sulfonylureas. |
1183ff85df157a4502560fdd76756e53 | How does tolbutamide work? | Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â This drug is not used as often as newer sulfonylureas. Tolazamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. Side effects of this kind of drug include: Low blood sugar Upset stomach Skin rash or itching Weight gain Tolbutamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â This drug is not used as often as newer sulfonylureas. |
b4160bc40745ac3d224bcf7039e59309 | How does repaglinide (Prandin) work to treat type 2 diabetes? | Nateglinide ( Starlix) How it works: Makes the pancreas release more insulin, but only if your blood sugar levels are too high. Your doctor may call this type of drug a âmeglitinide.â Side effects of this type of drug include: Low blood sugar Stomach upset Rosiglitazone ( Avandia) How it works: Helps insulin work better in muscle and fat. |
6524e6de49aed40e5f8b45cb46856152 | How does alogliptin (Nesina) work? | Alogliptin ( Nesina) How it works: Boosts insulin levels when blood sugars are too high, and tells the liver to cut back on making sugars. Your doctor may call this type of drug a â DPP- IV inhibitor.â These drugs do not cause weight gain. You may take them alone or with another drug, like metformin. |
b47320acc8e733244559172dceb1d428 | How does linagliptin (Tradjenta) work? | Linagliptin ( Tradjenta) How it works: Boosts insulin levels when blood sugars are too high, and tells the liver to cut back on making sugars. Your doctor may call this type of drug a â DPP- IV inhibitor.â These drugs do not cause weight gain. You may take them alone or with another drug, like metformin. |
cebbee1cbe82d646305f45c6f356c466 | How does saxagliptin (Onglyza) work? | Alogliptin ( Nesina) How it works: Boosts insulin levels when blood sugars are too high, and tells the liver to cut back on making sugars. Your doctor may call this type of drug a â DPP- IV inhibitor.â These drugs do not cause weight gain. You may take them alone or with another drug, like metformin. |
31014c419d1929e1934ca899b995be9e | How does tolazamide work? | Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â This drug is not used as often as newer sulfonylureas. Tolazamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. Side effects of this kind of drug include: Low blood sugar Upset stomach Skin rash or itching Weight gain Tolbutamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â This drug is not used as often as newer sulfonylureas. |
f8df4d1018ef22aa20c75db7ceb6b388 | How does metformin (Fortamet, Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Riomet) work? | Metformin ( Fortamet, Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Riomet) How they work: Improve insulin's ability to move sugar into cells, especially muscle cells. They also prevent the liver from releasing stored sugar. You should not take them if you have kidney damage or heart failure. Your doctor may call this type of drug a âbiguanide.â Side effects for biguanides include: Upset stomach (nausea, diarrhea) Metallic taste in mouth Miglitol ( Glyset) How it works: Blocks enzymes that help digest starches, slowing the rise in blood sugar. Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â This drug is not used as often as newer sulfonylureas. |
4841dc2a328e692b1e3ab3f828cc04a5 | How does canagliflozin (Inovkana) work? | Canagliflozin ( Invokana) How it works: Boosts how much glucose leaves your body in urine, and blocks your kidney from reabsorbing glucose. Your doctor may call this type of drug a â SGLT2 inhibitor.â Glimepiride ( Amaryl) How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. |
15da9d1f287f149d87ac5b85043b08fc | How does saxagliptin (Onglyza) work to treat type 2 diabetes? | Alogliptin ( Nesina) How it works: Boosts insulin levels when blood sugars are too high, and tells the liver to cut back on making sugars. Your doctor may call this type of drug a â DPP- IV inhibitor.â These drugs do not cause weight gain. You may take them alone or with another drug, like metformin. |
c6c699c63976cedab6ded98fc4945453 | How does linagliptin (Tradjenta) work to treat type 2 diabetes? | Linagliptin ( Tradjenta) How it works: Boosts insulin levels when blood sugars are too high, and tells the liver to cut back on making sugars. Your doctor may call this type of drug a â DPP- IV inhibitor.â These drugs do not cause weight gain. You may take them alone or with another drug, like metformin. |
d653ca39cc030cd94806acb1eb68f7ad | How does chlorpropamide (Diabinese) work? | Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â This drug is not used as often as newer sulfonylureas. Tolazamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. Side effects of this kind of drug include: Low blood sugar Upset stomach Skin rash or itching Weight gain Tolbutamide How it works: Lowers blood sugar by prompting the pancreas to release more insulin. Your doctor may call this type of drug âsulfonylureas.â This drug is not used as often as newer sulfonylureas. |
853d1528401c819b1b064df4d6a4b3fd | How does alogliptin (Nesina) work to treat type 2 diabetes? | Alogliptin ( Nesina) How it works: Boosts insulin levels when blood sugars are too high, and tells the liver to cut back on making sugars. Your doctor may call this type of drug a â DPP- IV inhibitor.â These drugs do not cause weight gain. You may take them alone or with another drug, like metformin. |
a52e619403f085c56a385a9203693dcb | What can help your chances of getting pregnant if you have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? | Symptoms include: No periods, irregular periods, or irregular bleeding No ovulation or irregular ovulation Obesity or weight gain (although thin women may have PCOS) Insulin resistance (an indicator of prediabetes) High blood pressure Abnormal cholesterol with high triglycerides Excess hair growth on the body and face (hirsutism) Acne or oily skin Thinning hair or male-pattern baldness If you have PCOS and you're overweight, losing weight is one way to improve your chances of pregnancy. Your doctor also might prescribe medication to lower your insulin levels, since elevated insulin levels -- caused by your body's inability to recognize insulin -- has been found to be a common problem among many women with PCOS. Chronically elevated insulin levels can also lead to diabetes. Women with PCOS may be at higher risk for developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and endometrial cancer, especially if PCOS is untreated. |
2f9ea479a56e727c4ca4a076ba447c91 | What are other fertility drugs that help with irregular periods? | Depending on your situation, your doctor may also suggest other fertility drugs such as Gonal- F or other injectable hormones that stimulate follicles and stimulate egg development in the ovaries. These are the so-called "super-ovulation" drugs. Most of these drugs are administered by injection just under the skin. Some of these hormones may overstimulate the ovaries (causing abdominal bloating and discomfort). This can be dangerous and require hospitalization; thus, your doctor will monitor you with frequent vaginal ultrasounds and blood tests to monitor estrogen levels. About 90% of women ovulate with these drugs and between 20% and 60% become pregnant. |
c202c69ea3e1d45ba94f54b8def78ae8 | What are symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? | Symptoms include: No periods, irregular periods, or irregular bleeding No ovulation or irregular ovulation Obesity or weight gain (although thin women may have PCOS) Insulin resistance (an indicator of prediabetes) High blood pressure Abnormal cholesterol with high triglycerides Excess hair growth on the body and face (hirsutism) Acne or oily skin Thinning hair or male-pattern baldness If you have PCOS and you're overweight, losing weight is one way to improve your chances of pregnancy. |
0f7946cc72f1cda78c5e591c75bb4595 | Can in vitro fertilization help treat polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? | A procedure known as in vitro fertilization, or IVF, is another potential treatment for women with PCOS. |
bb9690aa8c9d6024fc57a4903b92b3b3 | How is clomiphene taken to help irregular periods? | You can expect to start ovulating about seven days after you've taken the last dose of clomiphene. If you don't ovulate, the dose can be increased by 50 milligrams per day each month up to 150 mg. After you've begun to ovulate, most doctors suggest taking Clomid for 3-6 months before referring to a specialist. If you haven't gotten pregnant by then, you would try a different medication or get a referral to an infertility specialist. |
ace92d36bfa5d8a3d8b88026dead5d15 | What is irregular ovulation and how is related to getting pregnant? | Although anovulation can usually be treated with fertility drugs, it is important to be evaluated for other conditions that could interfere with ovulation, such as thyroid conditions or abnormalities of the adrenal or pituitary glands. Symptoms include: No periods, irregular periods, or irregular bleeding No ovulation or irregular ovulation Obesity or weight gain (although thin women may have PCOS) Insulin resistance (an indicator of prediabetes) High blood pressure Abnormal cholesterol with high triglycerides Excess hair growth on the body and face (hirsutism) Acne or oily skin Thinning hair or male-pattern baldness If you have PCOS and you're overweight, losing weight is one way to improve your chances of pregnancy. |
4ab5d48d27aa03d35be3b074b44cede2 | How can fertility drugs affect the cervical mucus? | Unlike many infertility drugs, it also has the advantage of being taken orally instead of by injection. These fertility drugs sometimes make the cervical mucus "hostile" to sperm, keeping sperm from swimming into the uterus. This can be overcome by using artificial or intrauterine insemination( IUI) -- injecting specially prepared sperm directly into the uterus -- to fertilize the egg. |
300d1aaaaa1f232470237c8dba2c470d | Can polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) be cured? | It is used to induce ovulation and to correct irregular ovulation by increasing egg recruitment by the ovaries. Women with PCOS may be at higher risk for developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and endometrial cancer, especially if PCOS is untreated. |
923457772f98ea4f980849fe92581f93 | What will your doctor prescribe if you have irregular periods and want to get pregnant? | The drug contained in both Clomid and Serophene (clomiphene) is often a first choice because it's effective and has been prescribed to women for decades. Unlike many infertility drugs, it also has the advantage of being taken orally instead of by injection. It is used to induce ovulation and to correct irregular ovulation by increasing egg recruitment by the ovaries. Depending on your situation, your doctor may also suggest other fertility drugs such as Gonal- F or other injectable hormones that stimulate follicles and stimulate egg development in the ovaries. |
0b55c26593edbc460b28acc29c2dd216 | What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? | In most cases, the ovaries become enlarged and appear covered with tiny, fluid-filled cysts. For couples struggling with infertility, it's a particularly cruel fact: Not only can infertility cause a lot of stress, but stress may affect fertility. |
682817a1b5b84281d13b7d4d30866ca3 | What causes blood in urine (hematuria)? | Common causes of blood in urine include: Bladder or kidney infections Bladder or kidney stones Certain kidney diseases, such as inflammation in the filtering system of the kidneys (glomerulonephritis) Enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia) or prostate cancer Inherited diseases such as sickle cell anemia and cystic kidney disease Certain medications such as aspirin, penicillin, heparin, cyclophosphamide, and phenazopyridine A tumor in the bladder, kidney, or prostate Kidney injury from an accident or sports Vigorous exercise Sometimes, what appears to be blood in urine is actually red pigment from other sources such as food dyes, medications, or an excessive amount of beets. |
5dbf55e20bb7623799b7fc9c4b5bc8b9 | How is blood in urine (hematuria) assessed? | Your doctor will start by taking a medical history and asking what may have caused the appearance of blood in your urine. This will be followed by a test called urinalysis. In this test, a urine sample is analyzed. Urine tests may include urine cytology, which uses a microscope to look for abnormal cells in the urine. Blood tests may also be ordered. If blood contains high levels of wastes that kidneys are supposed to remove, it could be a sign of kidney disease. |
0d9695c30a784c54e7fd54986db5d79b | What is the treatment for blood in urine (hematuria) aimed at? | Treatment is aimed at the underlying cause. After treatment, your doctor will recheck your urine to see if the blood is gone. If you still have blood in your urine, you may need additional tests, or you may be referred to a urologist. Usually, no treatment is necessary unless a serious condition is causing the hematuria. If no underlying cause is found during the initial evaluation, you may be advised to have follow-up urine testing and blood pressure monitoring every three to six months, especially if you have risk factors for bladder cancer, such as being age 50 or older, smoking cigarettes, or exposure to certain industrial chemicals. |
5f0ea0e6e2de619e4a59acdd9657bb1a | What symptoms come with blood in urine (hematuria)? | It also can come from other structures in the urinary tract, such as: Ureters (the tubes from the kidneys to the bladder) Bladder (where urine is stored) Urethra (the tube from the bladder to the outside of the body) If there is blood in urine, the symptom is obvious. Instead of its normal pale yellow color, your urine may be pink, red, brownish-red, or tea-colored. This is what doctors call gross hematuria. Sometimes, blood in urine is not visible to the naked eye and the presence of red blood cells can only be detected by the lab. This is what doctors call microscopic hematuria. It's usually only discovered when a urine sample is tested with a dipstick and the results are confirmed with a microscopic examination. |
efea098e64cb05126f6bc03aba264bf2 | What other symptoms may occur with blood in urine (hematuria)? | Some underlying causes, however, are associated with additional symptoms that can be moderate to severe. These include: Bladder infections (acute cystitis). In adults, bladder infections usually cause burning or pain with urination. Infants with bladder infections may have fever, be irritable, and feed poorly. Older children may have fever, pain and burning while urinating, urgency, and lower belly pain. Kidney infections (pyelonephritis). Symptoms may include fever, chills, and flank pain, which refers to pain in the lower back. Kidney stones. Symptoms may include severe abdominal or pelvic pain. Kidney diseases. Symptoms may include weakness, high blood pressure, and body swelling, including puffiness around the eyes. |
d0d09073d5647c22af0cfe5a5e636413 | Where might blood in urine (hematuria) come from? | It also can come from other structures in the urinary tract, such as: Ureters (the tubes from the kidneys to the bladder) Bladder (where urine is stored) Urethra (the tube from the bladder to the outside of the body) If there is blood in urine, the symptom is obvious. |
e725f1c0783549ef67112743b03ba169 | What is blood in urine (hematuria)? | !s_sensitive, chron ID: $('article embeded_module[type=video][align=top]:eq(0)').attr('chronic_id'), continuous Play: true, cp Options: { flyout: true }, display Ads: true, mode: 'in-article', sticky: true }) }); }); } else { $(function(){ $('.responsive-video-container').remove(); }); } Blood in urine - known medically as hematuria - is usually not a reason for major alarm. Because blood in urine can be a sign of a serious medical condition, however, it shouldn't be ignored. All cases of hematuria should be evaluated by a doctor who can order tests to confirm or rule out an underlying cause. |
55493d8897628617ba17d836c22eb43b | What is the treatment for blood in urine (hematuria)? | Instead, treatment is aimed at the underlying cause if one can be found. In many cases, no treatment is necessary. Usually, no treatment is necessary unless a serious condition is causing the hematuria. |
30d08e5e2f047b27144cd529bc384865 | What tests are used to assess blood in urine (hematuria)? | It also can come from other structures in the urinary tract, such as: Ureters (the tubes from the kidneys to the bladder) Bladder (where urine is stored) Urethra (the tube from the bladder to the outside of the body) If there is blood in urine, the symptom is obvious. These include: Bladder infections (acute cystitis). An ultrasound uses sound waves to create a picture of the kidney's structure. Intravenous pyelogram ( IVP). This is an X-ray of the urinary tract that requires dye. Cystoscopy. This test involves the insertion of a small tube with a camera into the bladder through the urethra. Tissue samples (biopsy) may be obtained to check for the presence of abnormal or cancerous cells. Kidney (renal) biopsy. A small tissue sample is removed from the kidney and examined under a microscope for signs of kidney disease. If you still have blood in your urine, you may need additional tests, or you may be referred to a urologist. |
7a4a7337b09cbad91980f001719c2da9 | What are the signs of an ear infection? | Warning signs of an ear infection can include: Fullness or pressure in one or both ears Pain in one or both of them Fluid that drains from your ear Muffled hearing See your doctor right away if you have a high fever or severe pain in your ear. |
7f8dfe0013d5b53fcd361691d8462757 | What causes an ear infection? | Ear infection : Colds, bronchitis, and sinus infections can keep fluid trapped in your ear behind your eardrum. When this happens, bacteria or viruses can grow and cause an infection. |
69823cbb922745d8cdc62b7ac4e8d892 | What does a common cold consist of? | You could have symptoms like: A runny nose -- with or without green or yellow mucus A stuffy nose Sneezing Watery eyes Sore throat Cough Try to rest up while the cold runs its course. There's probably no need to call your doctor unless your symptoms are severe or you have other medical problems. |
871271ee35cbbf4b1811ec4f995c957d | What are the signs of pneumonia? | But call yours ASAP if you have any of these symptoms -- you could have pneumonia: Fever above 100.4 F A cough that is not better after 7 to 10 days Unexplained weight loss Get emergency care or call 911 for any of these symptoms: Chest pain or trouble breathing with your cough Coughing up blood A barking cough that makes it hard for you to talk or swallow If you're over 75 and have a cough that won't stop, see your doctor. |
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