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51f4e880daa89001f8669baa9aec10bd | What is immunotherapy? | Immunotherapy is a treatment option for many people living with advanced lung cancer. It helps your body's immune system better find and destroy cancer cells, even when they try to hide. The breakthrough therapy is helping some people with hard-to-treat cancer feel better and live longer. |
6f59610dd48b35df508cbd4f11643303 | How will your doctor determine if your immunotherapy is working to treat cancer? | Your doctor will review your scans and discuss your symptoms. She'll decide if your treatment is really working and your cancer is stable. |
b5d8b804eb28b06e54c8b0ca8c226bfc | What are other cancer treatments besides immunotherapy? | Other Treatment Options If immunotherapy doesn't work, you and your doctor will discuss other ways to treat your cancer. These include: Chemotherapy Targeted drug treatments Radiation If these options also fail, your doctor may suggest you to take part in a clinical trial. |
3d93dfca9097c18a118398465ba69db4 | Can your cancer look worse on a CT scan when it is really getting better from immunotherapy? | When the Cancer Looks Worse but Isn't Your doctor will order CT scans of your tumor to keep track of it and make sure your treatment is working. Your cancer might look worse on the first CT scan after your start immunotherapy. But it may really be getting better. Doctors call this âpseudoprogression." |
0d1ff79eec4594270acfe7a33bea5657 | What kinds of immunotherapy side effects should you tell your doctor about? | Tell your doctor if you have: Cough Pain Trouble breathing Any other symptoms that concern you They may be a sign that your cancer is getting worse, or they may be side effects of treatment. |
e7f30419752d49d9c0e36ea7010a53fe | What is the main way newborns communicate? | Crying is the main way babies communicate, especially in their early days. The cries can be hard to decode, but you can think about her schedule or surroundings to figure out what's wrong. If it's been 2 hours since she last ate, there's a good chance she's hungry. If she's been up for an hour and a half, she's probably due for a nap. Babies can also get bored or overstimulated. |
2be8fb46f4f28f6a789e5e22836cd7d4 | How often will most newborns want to eat? | Most newborns will want to eat every 1 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours. Their feeding schedule usually depends on if you're breastfeeding or giving your baby formula. Breastfed babies generally eat more often than those on formula, because their tummies digest breast milk faster. |
5562f8bb55369dd4a9ba1965a83b2ce2 | What are the signs that your newborn is sleepy? | If she stops eating and falls asleep, or turns her head away from the bottle, those are good signs she's had enough. |
d0709d4b8b218725e1076c40dd4e3ca1 | How often will your newborn sleep? | New babies often get tired after being awake just an hour or two. The first few weeks, your baby will snooze about 16 hours a day, usually in 2- to 4-hour stretches, any time of day or night. Many will fall asleep while they're eating or sucking, and that's just fine. |
e82b0a234f00c4212376773dd4652123 | How can you tell if your newborn is hungry? | There are many ways babies can tell you they're hungry. They may make sucking motions, put their hands or fingers in their mouths, or you may notice that your baby turns her head toward you and opens her mouth if you gently stroke her cheek. Babies do cry when they want to eat, but it's usually a late sign of hunger. Try to get your baby to burp during and after her feeding. If she stops eating and falls asleep, or turns her head away from the bottle, those are good signs she's had enough. If she cries toward the end, that may mean she's hungry for more. |
e51c10bf49eae64f742614e809911579 | What is the right position for newborns to sleep in? | Always put your child on her back to sleep, on a firm sleep surface, with nothing else in the crib or bassinet -- just a mattress with a tightly fitted sheet. By the end of the first month, newborns start to fit their sleep into longer periods. But it will be a few more months before your baby gets into a predictable pattern of a morning, early afternoon, and late afternoon nap, and a longer stretch of sleep at night. |
b27f4af4becfc81bcdb477b9986692c1 | How can infection cause breathlessness? | If germs come into your body through your nose and mouth, they can travel to your lungs and cause an infection. This is called pneumonia. Anyone can get it, but you're at higher risk if your immune system is weak, you have a lung disease like asthma, or you smoke. Warning signs: Chest pain, fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, chest pain. You may also bring up thick mucus when you cough. |
1b98e97aa71a84118f393e53c7ff2742 | How can anxiety cause breathlessness? | When you're stressed or worried, the muscles that help you breathe tighten. This makes you breathe faster than normal. You may feel like you're not getting enough air, which can make you panic and make your breathing even shallower. Warning signs: Sweating, chest pain, feeling faint. |
322b2312f05745771a0e5f799b0069d4 | How can cancer can cause breathlessness? | Some types of cancer cause fluid to build up in the space between your lungs and chest wall. This can make it painful to take a deep breath. Warning signs: Feeling like there's a weight on your chest, coughing, fever. You may also feel rundown and tired. What helps: Your doctor could prescribe a drug that eases swelling or helps your body get rid of extra fluid. In some cases, he'll need to remove the fluid and treat the area so it doesn't fill again. |
354290e85de285b4f4636dd173a76b35 | How can allergies cause breathlessness? | Pollen, mold, and other allergens do more than cause itchy eyes and a runny nose. They can also irritate the airways in your lungs. This can trigger an asthma attack and make it hard for you to take normal breaths. Warning signs: Coughing, wheezing, chest tightness. Symptoms may last a few minutes or several days. |
dfa83460517d3e36826b4432340b1587 | What do your alkaline phosphatase test results mean? | Higher-than-normal ALP levels for your age and sex may not necessarily mean you have a problem. ( Children and teens naturally have higher levels than adults because their bones are still developing). If your ALP level is high, your doctor may have you take another test, called an ALP isoenzyme test, to determine whether the alkaline phosphatase in your blood is coming from your liver or your bones. |
7b9b714efcc55a766eb56c9160053c5a | How is an alkaline phosphatase test done? | Other conditions that can cause problems with your liver include: Liver cancer Cirrhosis Hepatitis Blockage in the bile ducts The test can also spot problems with your bones, including: Cancers that have spread to your bones Paget's disease, which affects how bones grow Issues caused by vitamin D deficiency The lab will need a small amount of blood to perform the test. The person in charge of taking your blood will start by placing a tight elastic band, called a tourniquet, around your upper arm. This makes your veins swell with blood. The lab tech will clean an area of your skin with a germ-killing solution. ( It might be a spot inside your elbow or the back of your hand). You'll feel a small stick when the needle goes into your vein. The blood flows into a small vial attached to the needle. When the test is done, the lab tech will take the tourniquet off, and you'll get a bandage on the spot where the needle went in. It takes only a few minutes. |
bd60fc988e1076bfd84da2dd91dc0aac | Do prescription dugs help treat IBS? | Your doctor may also prescribe drugs to help with diarrhea or constipation if you need more relief. Other things that can help include stress management, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and relaxation training. |
ba6ff34f9926658a339cacab85cb1b52 | How is irritable bowel disease (IBD) treated? | IBD, on the other hand, is more often treated with drugs that target the inflammation that causes symptoms. These powerful meds generally don't work as a treatment for IBS, which is one reason why it's so important to know which condition you have. And while some people with IBD need surgery to repair the physical damage to their digestive tract, surgery isn't needed for IBS. |
cbdf473bf8b23b93163019cc52dfc377 | Is IBS or IBD related to colorectal cancer? | Lastly, an inflammatory bowel disease makes you more likely to get colorectal cancer. Irritable bowel syndrome doesn't do that, but you should still keep up with your regularly scheduled screening tests. |
f6da999de9f7d7d7af44c77621d25e37 | Do IBD and IBS share symptoms? | Since IBD and IBS are both chronic conditions that affect the gut, they have some overlapping warning signs: belly pain and diarrhea. Plus, they both tend to be diagnosed in young people. |
ec0566dad42a47929fe2fd305544917f | Is counseling helpful in treating IBS? | Counseling is also helpful, especially if the stress of having the condition starts to get to you, or if you notice you're limiting your social life because you worry about when your symptoms will affect you. A support group is another great resource, because the people there will understand, from personal experience, what it's like to have IBS. |
6ba54093c6a462e0582a20931e600e8b | What are symptoms of IBS? | IBS can also cause constipation, extra gas, nausea, or make you feel like you urgently need to have a bowel movement. |
324d1983e393ae8d39240e6c8d754a33 | What is another natural alternative for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? | Counseling is also helpful, especially if the stress of having the condition starts to get to you, or if you notice you're limiting your social life because you worry about when your symptoms will affect you. A support group is another great resource, because the people there will understand, from personal experience, what it's like to have IBS. |
de338bd7a461861ed7232d19519d748c | Is irritable bowel disease (IBD) a structural or functional disease? | IBD is a structural disease. That means there is underlying physical damage that causes your symptoms. Doctors can see chronic inflammation or ulcers when they examine the gut with an X-ray, endoscopy, surgery, or biopsy. Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are inflammatory bowel diseases. |
d80e9ac013e5c497c05651dde6def705 | What else can help with diarrhea or constipation besides drugs? | Your doctor may also prescribe drugs to help with diarrhea or constipation if you need more relief. Other things that can help include stress management, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, and relaxation training. Researchers are also studying whether probiotics help tame IBS. |
1814373f03fc0f547273bfe0c5e3dab5 | What symptoms do irritable bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) share? | Both can cause stomach pain, bloating, and diarrhea or constipation. But that's where the similarities end. IBS and IBD have different causes and treatments. You can't tell which it is by how you feel, and you need to know the difference so you can get the right type of help. |
84820393084f1230c937988951b7d002 | What are some overlapping warning signs of irritable bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? | Since IBD and IBS are both chronic conditions that affect the gut, they have some overlapping warning signs: belly pain and diarrhea. Plus, they both tend to be diagnosed in young people. IBS can also cause constipation, extra gas, nausea, or make you feel like you urgently need to have a bowel movement. |
fadf5d71347a4c3ddc735b18c83ca9d6 | How is IBD diagnosed? | Since it's a structural disease, a doctor needs to find physical damage in your gut to make the diagnosis. To look for inflammation, ulcers, and bleeding, you may get: Tests of your blood and stools A colonoscopy or other imaging tests to look inside your gut, with a biopsy CT scans If you have inflammation and ulcers, your doctor can use these tests to narrow down what form of IBD you have. Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are the two main types. |
dddc00812aaf75f646156a38bf4fc3b8 | What are some harmful consequences of having an inflammatory bowel disease? | Lastly, an inflammatory bowel disease makes you more likely to get colorectal cancer. Irritable bowel syndrome doesn't do that, but you should still keep up with your regularly scheduled screening tests. |
54a80f133126b617cf0277ef6464f5c3 | What are some conditions that can lead to erectile dysfunction? | Other options your doctor can help you explore include: Injections Suppositories Surgical penile implants Special devices, like vacuum pumps, which boost blood flow to the penis It can be linked to more serious health conditions like: High blood pressure Hardening of the arteries Diabetes It can also be linked to other medical treatments, such as: Prostate surgery Radiation therapy If your doctor can find the cause, treating that may also help you in the bedroom. |
5b69687051f2770f7a8652455c0c4a62 | If I see a urologist for erectile dysfunction, what will they ask? | The urologist will ask what happens when you have sex. This will help him know where to start. He'll use your answers to track your progress. He'll ask more questions about your health and give you a physical exam. You may have to have more blood work or an ultrasound. |
6b6764b223dc3697ff256d3118a42f6c | What if I'm concerned about talking to my doctor about my erectile dysfunction? | The best approach is just to say, " I think I may have ED." It's unlikely your doctor will feel uncomfortable. If he has trouble talking about sexual issues with you, ask him to refer you to a urologist. The doctor will start by asking about your medical history. He'll do this to learn more about your symptoms, conditions, and what medicines you're taking. The questions may seem personal. But it's important to answer them fully and honestly. The doctor needs this information to know how to treat you. |
8b885ecc710b30f3e7aab30831802a33 | What questions might my doctor ask about my erectile dysfunction? | The questions may include: Do you ever get an erection? If you do, is it firm enough to have sex? If you do start to have sex, do you then lose the erection? Does it ever come back? Can you get an erection by masturbation? Do you ever wake up with an erection? The doctor will ask if you smoke, how much alcohol you drink, and whether or not you use recreational drugs. |
9883044ee515cfe371d10f73e10a9849 | What is the link between prostate cancer and erectile dysfunction (ED)? | However, treatments for the disease can cause it. The current methods of treating prostate cancer, including surgery with radical prostatectomy (removal of the entire prostate gland), radiation therapy -- whether by external beam or brachytherapy (seed implant) -- and hormone therapy, can all cause ED. |
f5323b2572589790e0f5696b150e8873 | How can radical prostatectomy cause erectile dysfunction (ED)? | Erectile dysfunction can begin immediately following the removal of the entire prostate and surrounding tissues, whether the nerve-sparing or non-nerve-sparing technique is used. If the nerve-sparing technique is used, recovery from ED may occur within the first year following the procedure. Recovery of erectile function after a non-nerve-sparing technique is unlikely but possible. |
264d05118e4875594f2c28318991e2e7 | How is erectile dysfunction (ED) treated following prostate cancer treatment? | The current treatment options for erectile dysfunction for people who have received treatment for prostate cancer include: Pills, including Cialis, Levitra, Stendra, Staxyn, and Viagra Intracavernous injection therapy Vacuum constriction device Intraurethral therapy Penile prosthesis |
881215e58016769bd0ad769ff57d2815 | What are the side effects of aloe vera? | Topical aloe vera might cause skin irritation. Oral aloe, which has a laxative effect, can cause cramping and diarrhea. This may cause electrolyte imbalances in the blood of people who ingest aloe for more than a few days. It can also stain the colon, thus making it difficult to visualize the colon during a colonoscopy. So avoid it for a month before having a colonoscopy. Aloe gel, for topical or oral use, should be free of aloin, which can be irritating to the gastrointestinal tract. |
29381f1017e00f836a6ee4e894eccf8b | What are the risks of using aloe vera? | Researchers warn against the chronic use of aloe vera; however, if the aloe product is free of aloin -- an extract of the plant that has been found to cause colorectal cancer in rats -- it may be OK as a topical remedy for sunburn. Aloin is found between the outer leaf of the aloe plant and the gooey stuff inside. |
bdb6ced58b6763bcbf957eb7e85f4e42 | How much aloe vera should you use? | Some creams for minor burns have just 0.5% aloe vera. Others used for psoriasis may contain as much as 70% aloe vera. As an oral supplement, aloe has no set dose. For constipation, some use 100-200 milligrams of aloe juice -- or 50 milligrams of aloe extract -- daily as needed. For diabetes, 1 tablespoon of the gel has been used daily. High oral doses of aloe or aloe latex are dangerous. Ask your doctor for advice on how to use aloe. |
e4951aa2b600582d6abfb8c38a9776b2 | Do any foods contain aloe vera? | There are no foods that contain aloe vera, so it must be taken in supplement or gel form. Some forms of aloe vera are safer to take than others, and chronic use is discouraged. |
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. |
90b712d5e1540546e4d4db6505d3e65d | What is one serving of alcohol? | Remember, one serving is: Five ounces of wine, or 12 ounces of beer, or 1.5 ounces of hard liquor TRUE A high-fiber diet (more than 50 grams/day) can lower blood sugar levels. |
f4ef7ee228e3ed40079967a92e81e342 | Can I have alcohol if I have diabetes? | TRUE Within limits, alcohol is OK. But there are exceptions. You shouldn't drink if your blood sugar levels aren't under control or if you have nerve damage from diabetes. If you do drink, keep portions modest: up to one drink a day for women, or up to two drinks a day for men. |
6a62f4f61a83a46b29feb06ff45bb676 | What can happen if I come off sugar and sweeteners if I have diabetes? | But once you come off sugar and sweeteners for a few weeks, your body and taste buds will adapt, and you won't need or crave as much sweetness. Fruits and other natural foods will taste sweeter and more satisfying. |
265b428c42d7b2cbc608cf300388f361 | How much protein is too much if you have diabetes? | TRUE A high-protein diet can be a problem if you have kidney problems. How much protein is too much? If you have kidney problems, the American Diabetes Association suggests you get just 15% to 20% of your calories from protein. And do your heart a favor: Choose protein such as beans, fish, or chicken more often than fatty cuts of meat. |
4ca1ab07f8325cf1527a7a6f55440842 | What tests are done to diagnose cyclic vomiting syndrome? | He might give you blood or urine tests, X-rays or use other instruments to look for stomach, intestine or kidney problems. You might be sent to a gastroenterologist, a doctor who treats problems with the digestive system. |
1b31699004b318eed0260dfcb3aee7af | What are symptoms of cyclic vomiting syndrome? | The main issue is intense nausea, which may come with strong stomach pains. It often sets in early in the morning and can last for several days. A typical bout may unfold like this: You might start to feel thirsty and sweaty and look pale. |
e78cdf3e38a3a93ec945f6d4c0f3dda7 | How common is cyclic vomiting syndrome? | Doctors don't see it much. Cyclic vomiting syndrome happens more in children than adults. Only about 1.9% of children get it, one study found. The numbers for adults are less clear, though it may be more often than once thought. Even though it's rare, call your doctor if you are having symptoms. |
9cd0d13570fc917d44ba2bc697aecc12 | What makes up the spine, or backbone? | The spine, or backbone, is made up of a column of 33 bones and tissue extending from the skull to the pelvis. These bones, or vertebrae, enclose and protect a cylinder of nerve tissues known as the spinal cord. Between each one of the vertebra is an intervertebral disk, or band of cartilage serving as a shock absorber between the vertebrae. |
d3614bd7d919446e923c2fc21172b077 | What causes back pain? | Some causes of back pain include accidents, muscle strains, and sports injuries. |
0a3eefd17489cda55f65eae1439d6d36 | What are the types of vertebrae in the backbone? | The types of vertebrae are: Cervical vertebrae: the seven vertebrae forming the upper part of the spine Thoracic vertebrae: the 12 bones between the neck and the lower back Lumbar vertebrae: the five largest and strongest vertebrae located in the lower back between the chest and hips The sacrum and coccyx are the bones at the base of the spine. The sacrum is made up of five vertebrae fused together, while the coccyx (tailbone) is formed from four fused vertebrae. |
83692ef8283405954b3e3ba0c1d2923d | How is back pain diagnosed? | In addition to performing a complete history and physical exam for your back pain, your doctor may suggest one of the following diagnostic studies: X-rays, which can be used to provide detail of the bone structures in the spine and to check for instability (such as spondylolisthesis, see below), tumors, and fractures CT scans, which can identify specific conditions, such as a herniated disc or spinal stenosis MRI scans, which can provide details about the backs' discs and nerve roots. MRI scans are most commonly used for pre-surgical planning A number of other imaging and electrical studies may also be used to identify back problems, and some injections are used for diagnostic purposes as well as for pain relief. |
900da5255c3cff1d724ace87f903dd57 | What are the symptoms of spondylolisthesis? | Symptoms of spondylolithesis may include: Lower back pain Muscle tightness and stiffness Pain in the buttocks Pain radiating down the legs (due to pressure on nerve roots) Muscle weakness Spondylolisthesis is treated with the strengthening of supportive abdominal and back muscles through physical therapy. |
d855274381de51c3a8f42621b0de9ce0 | What are the causes of cervical radiculopathy? | In cervical radiculopathy, damage can occur as a result of pressure from material from a ruptured disc, degenerative changes in bones, arthritis, or other injuries that put pressure on the nerve roots. In older people, normal degenerative changes in the discs can cause pressure on nerve roots. In younger people, cervical radiculopathy tends to be the result of a ruptured disc. This disc material then compresses the nerve root, causing pain. |
a82a0eecb3b3d00fea7aa5f537c3157a | What are the treatments for cervical radiculopathy? | Cervical radiculopathy may be treated with a combination of pain medications such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol), or nonsteroidal pain medication such as ibuprofen ( Advil, Motrin), ketoprofen ( Frotek), naproxen ( Aleve, Naprosyn), and physical therapy. Steroids may be prescribed either orally or injected epidurally (into the epidural space that surrounds the spinal cord). Physical therapy might include gentle cervical traction and mobilization, exercises, and other modalities to reduce pain. If significant compression on the nerve exists to the extent that motor weakness results, surgery may be necessary to relieve the pressure. |
368c55ceb30ec21d8e38d72af727fae1 | What are seasonal allergies like? | Common triggers include: Pollen Grass Weeds Dust Pet dander If you have seasonal allergies, you generally have symptoms for a short time. You may be bothered in the spring by tree pollen, in the summer by grass pollen, or in the fall by weed pollen. The symptoms tend to clear up during other times of the year, especially in the winter. |
bb7fbe02410f29f5da0adb8a1fa7e79e | How can I treat the symptoms of my eye allergies at home? | If that's the case for you, these at-home treatments may give you some relief: Apply cool compresses to your eyes to ease the allergic reaction. Use artificial tears or lubricating eye drops. Use over-the-counter medications , like allergy eye drops and oral antihistamines for mild allergies. Try not to rub your eyes, since that can make your symptoms worse. |
9c5fe33673da2e5f3c123d1d02deeeb0 | Are there over-the-counter treatments for eye allergies? | Lots of over-the-counter meds, like allergy or antihistamine eye drops as well as antihistamines you take by mouth, can help against mild allergies. Follow the directions on the packages exactly. |
c1334dc275d71315a127d1dc201f9d6a | How often should I see my doctor for my eye allergies? | Some common corticosteroids used for eye allergies are: Fluorometholone ( FML, FML Forte, FML Liquifilm) Loteprednol 0.02% ( Alrex) Loteprednol 0.05% ( Lotemax) Medrysone ( HMS) Prednisolone ( AK- Pred) Rimexolone ( Vexol) For mild cases of seasonal or perennial allergies, annual follow-up visits with your eye doctor are a good idea. You may need to go more often for a severe case. |
39db2b737746fc1e3f30f50c36df6378 | Iâm looking for an oral surgeon. How can I be sure my doctor fits my needs? | Find a specialist who has experience in the surgery you need. Dental implant surgery is different than jaw alignment, also called orthognathic surgery. Many websites can help you get specific. If the doctor's specialties aren't listed -- many will simply say âoral surgeryâ or something generic like that -- do another search. Look for the doctor specifically. See if you can track down a site for the hospital where the doctor works or the doctor's office. These places may list specialties and have a short biography on the doctor. |
87cb974a56674c5187715e7265f6948d | I need oral surgery. What are things to consider about insurance? | You can find doctors that are in your insurer's network by calling them or visiting their web site. Most companies will list doctors by specialty and show you where their offices are. Make a list, cross-check it with any recommendations you get, and go from there. You can choose out-of-network doctors, too. But that usually costs more. |
f5de5d612afa8685d34b3d8ed53720c4 | What should I know about where my oral surgery will happen? | It's important to look into where your surgery will take place. Make sure the hospital, clinic, or doctor's office is accredited, highly rated, and has experience dealing with surgeries of your type. If you can't find the information online, ask the office for it. Make sure you look for information about the staff and how it cares for patients. |
003b4d1c1a47feefa89c95eb75a2d606 | How can chemotherapy affect your weight? | Some types of chemo can make you put on extra pounds. You may find that the weight stays on even when your treatment ends. For instance, some drugs that treat breast cancer can cause you to lose muscle and gain fat, which makes it much more difficult to get the weight off. Work with a dietitian or nutritionist and add strength training exercises to your workout routine to help you shed some pounds. |
52a4d868cb24573f631c502998f39a41 | How can chemotherapy affect your fertility? | For guys, the reason has to do with the way chemo drugs target fast-growing cancer cells. Since healthy sperm cells divide quickly, chemo can also damage them. If chemo kills the immature stem cells in your testicles that become new sperm, you may become infertile, which means you can't have children. If you're a woman, chemotherapy can damage your eggs and harm your ovaries. You may stop having regular menstrual cycles after treatment. Many women who have chemo go through menopause at an earlier age than usual. For both men and women, chemotherapy's effect on fertility depends on a number of things, including the type of drugs you used and the dose. The higher the dose of chemo, the more likely it is to have an impact. If you're having long-term effects from chemo, talk to your doctor to get tips on how to manage them. And reach out to your friends and family to get the support you need. |
bd85712256eedfc7fb801c6edee4fc8f | How can chemotherapy affect your heart? | Certain chemo drugs can damage cells in your heart. Chemotherapy may also increase your odds of having heart problems, such as: Weakening of the heart muscle (cardiomyopathy) Problems with your heart rhythm (arrhythmia) Heart attack If your doctor plans to give you a medication that could affect your heart, he may ask you to get tests that monitor how well your ticker works. |
148549dada90193c162db0923604f911 | How can chemotherapy affect your weight after treatment? | Some types of chemo can make you put on extra pounds. You may find that the weight stays on even when your treatment ends. For instance, some drugs that treat breast cancer can cause you to lose muscle and gain fat, which makes it much more difficult to get the weight off. Work with a dietitian or nutritionist and add strength training exercises to your workout routine to help you shed some pounds. |
9487da9b9ff9ea205caf440a6921dfb0 | How can chemotherapy affect your heart after treatment? | Certain chemo drugs can damage cells in your heart. Chemotherapy may also increase your odds of having heart problems, such as: Weakening of the heart muscle (cardiomyopathy) Problems with your heart rhythm (arrhythmia) Heart attack If your doctor plans to give you a medication that could affect your heart, he may ask you to get tests that monitor how well your ticker works. |
41a3cb2d2adf71b8b694a9214195f2cd | How can chemotherapy affect your brain after treatment? | If you feel a little foggy when your treatment is done, you might have a touch of chemo brain. You may notice that you find it hard time to concentrate or remember names and dates. You may also forget things easily or have trouble doing more than one thing at a time. Doctors aren't sure of the exact cause of chemo brain. It seems more likely to happen if you had higher doses of chemotherapy. |
3c841285a7218d28de8e5ecfdb468b14 | What medications can cause too much saliva? | Diseases and health conditions that can cause too much saliva include: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis ( ALS), also called Lou Gehrig's disease Bell's palsy Cerebral palsy Gastroesophageal reflux disease ( GERD) Enlarged tongue (macroglossia) Intellectual disability Parkinson's disease Poisoning Pregnancy (usually seen in those with extreme nausea and vomiting) Rabies Stroke Medications that can cause too much saliva include: Some seizure medicines such as Klonopin (clonazepam) Schizophrenia medicine called clozapine ( Clozaril, Fazaclo ODT) Salagen (pilocarpine), used to treat dry mouth in people who have radiation therapy There are many medical names for excess saliva. |
1b930b49374d5b84f353db781c61a3e2 | What causes too little saliva and dry mouth? | Too little saliva and dry mouth can be caused by: Certain diseases such as HIV/ AIDS, Sjogren's syndrome, diabetes, and Parkinson's Blockage in one or more tubes that drain saliva (salivary duct obstruction) Chemotherapy and radiation therapy Dehydration " Fight or flight" stress response Structural problem with a salivary duct Smoking cigarettes Hundreds of commonly used medicines are known to affect saliva flow and cause dry mouth, such as: Antihistamines Anxiety medicines Appetite suppressants Certain types of blood pressure drugs Diuretics (water pills) Most antidepressants Certain pain medicines (analgesics) Always ask your health-care provider about side effects you might have when taking a medication. |
92317181450833b742011d4d64b515f7 | What can I do if I have too little saliva? | Try these tips to help keep your salivary glands healthy and your mouth moist and comfortable: Drink plenty of water Chew sugar-free gum Suck on sugar-free candy If dry mouth persists, your doctor or dentist may recommend rinsing your mouth with artificial saliva. Artificial saliva is a liquid or spray sold without a prescription. It can be used as often as needed. Artificial saliva helps keep your mouth moist and comfortable. |
4bc1abc5f6cb45b6d56d3112bb28fbad | How is saliva produced? | The harder you chew, the more saliva you make. Sucking on a hard candy or cough drop helps you make saliva, too. The glands that make saliva are called salivary glands. The salivary glands sit inside each cheek, at the bottom of your mouth, and near your front teeth by the jaw bone. There are six major salivary glands and hundreds of minor ones. Saliva moves through tubes called salivary ducts. Normally, the body makes up to 2 to 4 pints of saliva a day. Usually, the body makes the most saliva in the late afternoon. It makes the least amount at night. But everyone is different. What doctors consider to be a normal amount of saliva varies quite a bit. That makes diagnosing saliva problems a bit of a challenge. |
4e397c00b51faaa1305fc5608ab93674 | When should you see a doctor about too much saliva? | If you have a lot of saliva all the time, tell your health-care provider. It could be the side effect of a medication or the result of a medical condition or disease. |
dcadf4c581427a72aa614c09d2c5314d | Is too much saliva normal? | Too much saliva is usually not something to worry about unless it persists. It's normal to make more or less saliva depending on what you eat or drink. Your body usually takes care of excess saliva by swallowing more. |
22b6bf77d2a733a927f44ac11b1cf4b5 | What diseases and health conditions can cause too much saliva? | Diseases and health conditions that can cause too much saliva include: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis ( ALS), also called Lou Gehrig's disease Bell's palsy Cerebral palsy Gastroesophageal reflux disease ( GERD) Enlarged tongue (macroglossia) Intellectual disability Parkinson's disease Poisoning Pregnancy (usually seen in those with extreme nausea and vomiting) Rabies Stroke Medications that can cause too much saliva include: Some seizure medicines such as Klonopin (clonazepam) Schizophrenia medicine called clozapine ( Clozaril, Fazaclo ODT) Salagen (pilocarpine), used to treat dry mouth in people who have radiation therapy There are many medical names for excess saliva. |
dd1b213eecc163d49c0a3d24b8e726ac | How can you manage blood sugar level in children? | No one expects that they'll be perfect all the time. Your goal is simple: Get it into the target range when it isn't, because your child's body can't. Test his blood sugar several times a day so you'll know what you need to do to adjust it. |
53ffa7217d2dc84abc28240c2d8c57c1 | What causes young children's blood sugar levels to change? | Food Exercise Growth Illness Stress and other emotions Medication Remember, the numbers on the meter aren't "good" or "bad" -- they're just numbers. |
fbe8c541a29dd3bb254123f4d0785a6a | How can I best avoid too high or low blood sugar levels in young children? | Testing is the best way to avoid dangerously high and low levels. You might not notice symptoms, and your child may not be able to explain what's happening. If he can't talk yet, he certainly can't tell you he feels funny. As your child gets older, his targets will change. Your doctor will help you figure out what levels are right for your child. |
b69e3312d5e942ed2443f3c81f2c1db0 | What causes your child's blood sugar levels to go up and down if they have diabetes? | Food Exercise Growth Illness Stress and other emotions Medication Remember, the numbers on the meter aren't "good" or "bad" -- they're just numbers. |
4e9b566a06df14d9d1f46768c3644022 | How can children's blood sugar levels change? | No one expects that they'll be perfect all the time. Your goal is simple: Get it into the target range when it isn't, because your child's body can't. Test his blood sugar several times a day so you'll know what you need to do to adjust it. |
8f1ea9a5348c866b83319c95c8c2f29d | How is serum iron used to diagnose iron deficiency anemia? | This test shows how much iron is in your blood. |
e2e81840bd3cf22cb19040361564a38e | When might you need a transfusion of red blood cells? | You can also get more iron in your diet by eating more of these foods: Beef, pork, liver, chicken, turkey, duck, and shellfish Leafy greens such as broccoli, kale, turnip greens, and collard greens Peas, lima beans, black-eyed peas, and pinto beans Iron-enriched cereals and other grains Dried fruits, such as prunes and raisins If supplements don't help with your symptoms or your anemia is severe, you might need a transfusion of red blood cells. |
807f1eeab0854ebf311f4bf41c1e4f7f | How is hematocrit used to diagnose iron deficiency anemia? | This test shows how much of your blood is made up of red cells. |
23170f857863c75c81666bf7dc18c085 | How can iron supplements help with iron deficiency? | You can treat iron deficiency anemia by taking iron supplements. Most people take 150 to 200 milligrams (mg) each day, but your doctor will recommend a dose based on your iron levels. Take vitamin C, too. It helps your body absorb the iron. You might need to take iron supplements for a few months or more to get your levels back up to normal. If your intestines don't absorb iron well, you can take iron straight into your bloodstream through an intravenous tube ( IV). |
3f93071f9e005be866d33cbf0d3f6de6 | How is transferrin and total iron-binding capacity used to diagnose iron deficiency anemia? | These tests show how much of a protein called transferrin is free to carry iron through your body. |
39531843e5fb01545759e22bca501cb8 | What are side effects of iron supplements? | But be warned: Iron supplements can cause constipation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, and dark poop. |
1d7bf9477f8fc0785547411ea99e4ae6 | How can you get more iron in your diet? | You can also get more iron in your diet by eating more of these foods: Beef, pork, liver, chicken, turkey, duck, and shellfish Leafy greens such as broccoli, kale, turnip greens, and collard greens Peas, lima beans, black-eyed peas, and pinto beans Iron-enriched cereals and other grains Dried fruits, such as prunes and raisins If supplements don't help with your symptoms or your anemia is severe, you might need a transfusion of red blood cells. |
ce23dbfc7c69f054138dd160eae3d358 | What are side effects of Ritalin and Adderall? | The two drugs can cause some of the same side effects, like: Fast heartbeat Headaches Irritability Anxiety Loss of appetite Raised blood pressure Stomach upset Skin rash Trouble sleeping Weight loss Restlessness Tremors Tics Diarrhea Constipation Mood swings Hives Insomnia Nervousness Dizziness Belly pain or nausea They also come with warnings about the chance of heart problems, mental health problems, seizures, blurred vision, and circulation problems in your fingers and toes. |
d73f56a91e252ad07c1fec91c8ca4b46 | How much do Ritalin and Adderall cost? | In general, the longer-acting forms of both Ritalin and Adderall are more expensive than the shorter-acting forms. And the generic versions can cost much less than brand names. |
e39c8fdfcc6fc8743581c29cfb784410 | What happens if upper limb spasticity goes untreated? | Rotated shoulders Bent elbows or wrists Hands clenched into fists Difficulty or pain when you move or straighten your arm, elbows, wrists, or fingers Without treatment, your muscles can seem frozen in these positions. Spasms and stiffness can make it very hard to do normal tasks like dressing yourself. If you notice muscle tightness, spasms, or stiff limbs at any time after you've had a stroke or brain injury, you should tell your doctor right away. |
143c2c5e2853afa09f22ebee90610dc0 | What causes upper limb spasticity? | There are several things that can damage your brain or nervous system and lead to upper limb spasticity. |
4bd3def8cb84059f5971e6cd95ed15bd | What questions should you ask your doctor about upper limb spasticity? | You'll want to find out as much as you can about your condition so you can learn how to control it and feel better. You might want to ask: What caused my spasticity? What kinds of treatments are there? Which ones would be best for me? How will the medicines make me feel? Do I need physical therapy? How long will I need treatment? What can I do to make my arms less stiff? |
96d02eaedcea730c72b81f22626cd1a0 | What are the symptoms of upper limb spasticity? | Diseases like multiple sclerosis and cerebral palsy, which destroy the nervous system Injuries You may not have any symptoms of upper limb spasticity until weeks, months, or even years after you have a stroke or brain injury. The condition can cause: Stiff arm muscles Twitches or movements that you can't control Trouble using or moving your arms Tightness in the muscles in your elbows, wrists, or fingers Arms that get stuck in uncomfortable positions, such as pressed against your side. Rotated shoulders Bent elbows or wrists Hands clenched into fists Difficulty or pain when you move or straighten your arm, elbows, wrists, or fingers Without treatment, your muscles can seem frozen in these positions. Spasms and stiffness can make it very hard to do normal tasks like dressing yourself. If you notice muscle tightness, spasms, or stiff limbs at any time after you've had a stroke or brain injury, you should tell your doctor right away. |
ca7ede83101adb7d3a87ef1948e81df6 | What are the goals of treatment for upper limb spasticity? | The goal of treatments for upper limb spasticity is to keep your muscles from becoming too stiff and give you more freedom to move your arms. It's important to get therapy so you can keep moving your muscles and stop them from getting stiffer and more painful. |
7ee47b5050b84d191cd83cc4bd6f450d | Where can you get support for upper limb spasticity? | Find helpful information and support from organizations like the American Stroke Association ( ASA). You can find stroke support groups in your area or to join a group online. Call the ASA at 888-478-7653 to be connected to a trained volunteer who can provide support or offer advice. |
ee0411cfb967c99fbd9dc661022d8f6d | How long will it take for my child to be able to feed himself? | Most babies do not become really skilled at it until they are well past their first birthday. Encourage your child to practice safely, and again, be prepared for a little mess. |
13f12f47e4eb87b2aeff6caf5dec0228 | Do I have to use the buckle on my baby's high chair? | That's a serious milestone, but you'll need to follow these safety rules: Always buckle a baby into his chair for safety, even if he is unable to get out with the tray in place. As he gets older and becomes more active, he may be able to squirm out. It is a good habit to buckle a child as soon as you place him in his chair -- even if you think there's no chance he could fall out or climb out. You may get distracted for a moment, which happens really easily when we are trying to do a million things at once! |
ec87408285c2e7973905905440036964 | Does my baby need to drink water? | Babies don't need water during their first 6 months of life. They get all the water they need from breast milk or baby formula. Babies under age 6 months should not be given any water at all, because it's easy to fill up their tiny stomachs -- and they should be filling up on the nutrients they receive from the milk to grow. Once they start eating mostly solid foods, around age 9 months, they can start water with meals using a sippy cup. |
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