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0da5f423a03876f0dbb419f43e185191 | Could infections or other illnesses contribute to chronic fatigue syndrome? | Infections or other illness: Chronic fatigue syndrome often, but not always, begins with a sudden infectious-like illness (fever, sore throat, aching muscles, upset stomach). Research has found that several different types of infectious agents can trigger the beginning of the illness, including Epstein- Barr virus (a common cause of mononucleosis), Lyme disease bacteria and Q fever bacteria. |
0c71b84a0c3fe2c3789ed4ad2d9007e7 | What are dental implants? | Dental implants are replacement tooth roots. Implants provide a strong foundation for fixed (permanent) or removable replacement teeth that are made to match your natural teeth. |
63ae6d4d3d118471bab416d07812d044 | What is the importance of dental implants? | !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(); }); } Despite improvements in dental care, millions of Americans suffer tooth loss -- mostly due to tooth decay, periodontal disease, or injury. For many years, the only treatment options available for people with missing teeth were bridges and dentures. |
c371e3ef1833e81ea223c410560096c2 | How do I care for dental implants? | Dental implants require the same care as real teeth, including brushing, flossing, rinsing with an antibacterial mouthwash, and regular dental check-ups. |
1c9cc738141c94670e30cf218224b706 | How do allergies and eczema affect each other? | Kids with allergies -- especially to foods like milk and peanuts -- are more likely to have eczema. Having parents with allergies or asthma increases a child's risk of eczema. Kids with eczema are more likely to get allergies and asthma later in life. Keeping your kid away from allergy triggers can ease eczema symptoms. |
d14653c0a5490dc5f7c14966bd662de0 | What should you know about the side effects of drugs? | !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(); }); } From the homely aspirin to the most sophisticated prescription medicine on the market, all drugs come with side effects. Many are minor, some are just an inconvenience, a few are serious, and some are just plain strange. Perhaps the most common set of side effects for drugs that work inside your body involves the gastrointestinal system. Nearly any drug can cause nausea or an upset stomach, though it may only happen to a handful of people. For drugs used on the outside, skin irritation is a common complaint. |
8dfdb5c30b8f6f033462e5dcdb43f4c6 | What is the FDA's role in side effects of drugs? | Before a drug can come on the market, the FDA must approve it. The New Drug Applications ( NDAs) submitted by pharmaceutical companies have, first and foremost, evidence that the drug has the effect it's supposed to have and is safe. This proof comes from testing the drug, first in animals and then in humans. Once the basic questions of safety and efficacy are settled, the FDA will approve the drug if it deems that its benefits outweigh its risks. Still, sometimes testing doesn't reveal everything about a drug's side effects, and they don't show up until after the medication enters the marketplace and more people start using it. That's where Med Watch comes in. The FDA's post-marketing surveillance program seeks voluntary input, mainly from health care professionals, on unwanted effects they see in ''the real world.'' Sometimes these reports are numerous or serious enough for the FDA to take regulatory action, such as adding warnings to a drug's label. This happened with the psoriasis drug Raptiva. The FDA required that the drug carry the agency's strongest warning, known as a black box warning, after it received reports of brain infections and meningitis in patients taking the drug. The drug was later taken off the market. The FDA also wants input from consumers when it comes to side effects. All prescription drugs, and many OTC products, must be labeled with a toll-free number the agency has for letting it know about side effects with drugs, called "adverse events." You can report possible new but severe side effects through Med Watch at 1-800- FDA-1088 or through the FDA website. |
e39a7763f99c20be0b8c0a11c6846897 | How many servings of fruit and vegetables should I eat to lose weight without fad diets? | How many depends on your age, sex, and activity level. A good reference point for adults is 2 to 3 cups of vegetables and 1.5 to 2 servings of fruits a day. |
394a2c642e4700f795377aa57145035d | How can I treat sleep apnea at home? | !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(); }); } You may be able to treat mild cases of sleep apnea by changing your behavior, for example: Losing weight Avoiding alcohol and sleeping pills. Changing sleep positions to improve breathing. Stopping smoking. Smoking can increase the swelling in the upper airway, which may worsen both snoring and apnea. Avoiding sleeping on your back. |
b5de4c0084b87943b5bd4f6d9fd6d201 | What are the types of surgery for sleep apnea? | If you have a deviated nasal septum, enlarged tonsils, or a small lower jaw with an overbite causing the throat to be too narrow, surgery may be needed to correct sleep apnea. The most commonly performed types of surgery for sleep apnea include: Nasal surgery: Correction of nasal problems such as a deviated septum. Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty ( UPPP): A procedure that removes soft tissue on the back of the throat and palate, increasing the width of the airway at the opening of throat. Mandibular maxillomandibular advancement surgery: Surgery to correct certain facial problems or throat obstructions that contribute to sleep apnea. |
e3220e4865456fa9e410b143d58fba9e | How helpful iares dental devices in treating sleep apnea? | Dental devices can be made that help keep the airway open during sleep. Such devices can be specifically designed by dentists with special expertise in treating sleep apnea. |
efc2ddfa456a863f2c7558581198a6cf | What are the treatments options for sleep apnea? | Sleep apnea treatments range from lifestyle changes, such as losing weight or changing sleep positions, to CPAP therapy, to surgery. |
260e26c1f33e2fce6c6670ff87f34e54 | What can help you remove germs from your kitchen sponge? | Washing a sponge in the dishwasher also isn't enough to kill germs unless you have an extremely high-heat germicide cycle. As an alternative, you can use paper towels or a clean cloth; be sure to use the cloth only once and then toss it in the laundry. If you do use sponges, you can soak them between cleanings in a solution of no more than 1 cup of bleach to 1 gallon of water, or vinegar and water. Soak them in the bleach solution for about 5 minutes or in the vinegar solution for 20 to 30 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and let air dry. |
1dea01d7cea3dbf05f0d552db36de339 | What can you do to help remove germs in your dishwasher? | Do you see a black fungus on the seal around your dishwasher door or inside your dishwasher? It may be Exophiala dermatitidis, a fungus that likes high heat and is resistant to most detergents. Scrub it away with a paste of vinegar and baking soda. While you're in the dishwasher, pour a couple of cups of vinegar in the bottom and run a cycle to kill other tough germs. |
ea0ad4d8ee6658a0c343af3d1ffdcda2 | What can help you remove germs from your kitchen cutting board? | Disinfect cutting boards by soaking them in straight vinegar or a bleach solution of no more than 1 cup of bleach to 1 gallon of water for about 30 minutes. Then rinse thoroughly with hot, soapy water or put them in the dishwasher. Using the dishwasher alone isn't enough to sanitize them. |
a6c4ad91fa2442c8aa98e6d015826908 | What can help you remove germs from your kitchen counter? | Spraying a 10% vinegar solution on counters will wipe out lots of kitchen counter germs at once. Keep the surface wet for 30 to 60 seconds, then wipe. Keep purses, briefcases, lunchboxes, keys, mail, and electronic devices like remote controls off countertops because they're teeming with germs. |
ae2696ebab13da5bc12e610c5f2f6709 | When should I go to the doctor for my pain? | Enduring the occasional headache or minor sports injury is one thing. But putting up with chronic pain can impair functioning and quality of life. It can lead to depression, fatigue from loss of sleep, anxiety, inability to work, and impaired relationships. Most pain can be treated effectively and should be. |
b5c9c52eaa118c841b8feae287775360 | Should I just live with the pain? | Pain is an invisible problem that others can't see, but that doesn't mean it's all in your head. There are countless options for pain relief. They include relaxation techniques, exercise, physical therapy, over-the-counter and prescription medications, surgery, injections (into muscle, joints or your back), and complementary treatments such as acupuncture and massage. It may not always be possible to completely get rid of your pain, but you can use many techniques to help manage it much better. |
1ee987e5060c81023619fefbedf32c46 | Is pain really in my head? | Pain is a complex problem, involving both the mind and the body. For instance, back pain has no known cause in most cases, and stressful life events can make it worse. But that doesn't mean it isn't real. Pain is an invisible problem that others can't see, but that doesn't mean it's all in your head. |
2f57d974bf700a2199573eda60938a07 | Is "no pain, no gain" true? | Yet there is no evidence to support the notion that you can build strength by exerting muscles to the point of pain. A related belief, " Work through the pain," is also mistaken. Resting to repair muscles and bring pain relief might not be macho, but it's a smart thing to do. |
bd304f5f9d60011d2616ae8a15e8ed5a | Why is an esophageal pH test done? | The procedure is commonly used to help confirm the diagnosis of GERD or to identify the cause of various symptoms, including: Heartburn , primarily in patients who have had a normal endoscopy and who have failed medical treatment or may be considered as candidates for surgery Uncommon symptoms of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), such as chest pain, chronic cough, asthma, and other throat symptoms The test may also be performed to evaluate the effectiveness of current treatments for heartburn or reflux. |
874def98545014a7be514ee3f1be43f9 | How is an esophageal pH test done? | The equipment used in the esophageal p H test consists of a small probe that is inserted through your nostril and positioned near the lower esophagus. The probe is plugged into a small unit (or monitor) worn on your belt or over your shoulder. A newer, wireless device may make monitoring the p H level easier: Instead of having to have a tube placed down your nose for 24 hours, your doctor will place a disposable capsule into the esophagus using an endoscope. The capsule then wirelessly transmits information for up to 48 hours to a receiver worn around the waist. |
eaae18fe69556fb862c1723fb77948e8 | What is an esophageal pH test? | The esophageal p H test is an outpatient procedure performed to measure the p H or amount of acid that flows into the esophagus from the stomach during a 24-hour period. |
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. |
e39605f9161b7cb0d3f73e980dee08d3 | What cold or illness symptoms are emergencies? | 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. |
b88b277a83cf4f08f34534ad7f9d2ee4 | What are the signs of a sinus infection? | You may get a headache, fever, and some or all of these symptoms: A severely stuffed up nose Less sense of smell and taste Thick yellow or green mucus Achy teeth Pain or pressure near your sinuses that gets worse when you bend over A cough that's worse at night Bad breath See your doctor if these symptoms are severe, you still feel bad after 7 days, or if you get better and then get worse. |
74cf603304dd24cd5d94fad1bff4c967 | What are signs that I have something worse than a cold? | It could mean you have something more than a cold: Fever higher than 102 F with tiredness and body aches Severe vomiting Severe sinus pain in your face or forehead Swollen glands in your neck or jaw Call 911 for any of these problems: Trouble breathing or shortness of breath Chest pain or pressure Fainting or feeling faint Feeling foggy or confused Sometimes a cold causes swelling in the nose or lungs. |
df19d43962dda898cf0c95a4923fa1bc | What are the signs of bronchitis? | They could be warning signs of something more serious, like meningitis: Fever over 102 F Sudden, severe pain in the face or head Double vision or trouble seeing Confusion or problems thinking clearly Swelling or redness around one or both eyes Stiff neck Shortness of breath Bronchitis (a chest cold): You get it when the large tubes that carry air into your lungs become swollen and irritated. Telltale symptoms of this illness can include: A cough that could last 10 to 20 days A cough that produces green, yellow, or clear mucus Most of the time, you don't need to see a doctor for bronchitis. |
f57d9c2eb5a7fd84bf900d24fb06937e | Can a cold cause a sinus infection? | That can lead to other problems, like these: Sinus infection (sinusitis): This happens when a cold virus infects your sinuses -- the hollow areas in the bones of your cheeks, forehead, and under your eyes. These areas swell, and your body makes more mucus. It's a perfect place for bacteria to grow and thrive. |
9a2ccc4ecfbea429ba6659f855e1810e | What are the risks of heart bypass surgery? | Some of the possible ones include: Fever Heart attack Infection and bleeding at the incision Memory loss Pain Reactions to anesthesia Stroke Once you've recovered, your symptoms of angina will be gone or much better. |
f531c750c1342dc09e147d92fc50a269 | What is heart bypass surgery like? | A surgeon takes blood vessels from another part of your body to go around, or bypass, a blocked artery. The result is that more blood and oxygen can flow to your heart again. |
d4eb376b374307f1605c181b6cc81462 | What are reactions to injections of immunotherapy for lung cancer? | Reactions to Injections You may have pain, swelling, soreness, redness, itchiness, or a rash in the area where the medicine went into your vein. This usually goes away on its own. You can take acetaminophen or an over-the-counter antihistamine to ease the discomfort. Just make sure your doctor says it's OK. Cold compresses can also help. |
55ba2e7f2f6fd3f7c94862a70ee04829 | How do atypical antipsychotics treat delusional disorder? | Conventional antipsychotics include Chlorpromazine ( Thorazine) Fluphenazine ( Prolixin) Haloperidol ( Haldol) Loxapine ( Oxilapine) Perphenazine ( Trilafon), Thioridazine ( Mellaril), Thiothixene ( Navane) Trifluoperazine ( Stelazine) Atypical antipsychotics: These newer drugs appear to be help treat the symptoms of delusional disorder with fewer movement-related side effects than the older typical antipsychotics. They work by blocking dopamine and serotonin receptors in the brain. Serotonin is another neurotransmitter believed to be involved in delusional disorder. These drugs include: Aripiprazole ( Abilify) Aripiprazole Lauroxil ( Aristada) Asenapine ( Saphris) Brexpiprazole ( Rexulti) Cariprazine ( Vraylar) Clozapine ( Clozaril) Iloperidone ( Fanapt) Lurasidone ( Latuda) Paliperidone ( Invega Sustenna) Paliperidone Palmitate ( Invega Trinza) Quetiapine ( Seroquel), Risperidone ( Risperdal), Olanzapine ( Zyprexa) Ziprasidone ( Geodon) Other medications: Sedatives and antidepressants might also be used to treat anxiety or mood symptoms if they happen with delusional disorder. |
0821877611622dbb202f4ca4e32148c6 | How can you recover from delusional disorder? | Delusional disorder is typically a chronic (ongoing) condition, but when properly treated, many people can find relief from their symptoms. Some recover completely, while others have bouts of delusional beliefs with periods of remission (lack of symptoms). Unfortunately, many people with this disorder don't seek help. It's often hard for people with a mental disorder to know they aren't well. Or they may credit their symptoms to other things, like the environment. They also might be too embarrassed or afraid to seek treatment. Without treatment, delusional disorder can be a lifelong illness. |
2a8ede5d6c701334b456002e126c0172 | What other medications might doctors use to treat delusional disorder? | These drugs include: Aripiprazole ( Abilify) Aripiprazole Lauroxil ( Aristada) Asenapine ( Saphris) Brexpiprazole ( Rexulti) Cariprazine ( Vraylar) Clozapine ( Clozaril) Iloperidone ( Fanapt) Lurasidone ( Latuda) Paliperidone ( Invega Sustenna) Paliperidone Palmitate ( Invega Trinza) Quetiapine ( Seroquel), Risperidone ( Risperdal), Olanzapine ( Zyprexa) Ziprasidone ( Geodon) Other medications: Sedatives and antidepressants might also be used to treat anxiety or mood symptoms if they happen with delusional disorder. Tranquilizers might be used if the person has a very high level of anxiety or problems sleeping. Antidepressants might be used to treat depression, which often happens in people with delusional disorder Psychotherapy can also be helpful, along with medications, as a way to help people better manage and cope with the stresses related to their delusional beliefs and its impact on their lives. |
ba4b4a036f34e50a0a51150f4d086dbc | Can delusional disorder be prevented? | There's no known way to prevent delusional disorder. But early diagnosis and treatment can help lessen the disruption to the person's life, family, and friendships. |
7ef5f51a8fdec33b8ea809de898e8787 | What are people with delusional disorder like? | People with delusional disorder often can continue to socialize and function normally, apart from the subject of their delusion, and generally do not behave in an obviously odd or bizarre manner. This is unlike people with other psychotic disorders, who also might have delusions as a symptom of their disorder. But in some cases, people with delusional disorder might become so preoccupied with their delusions that their lives are disrupted. |
152ccc5ca6bb831035c73d24affd5eba | What is the outlook for people with delusional disorder? | It varies, depending on the person, the type of delusional disorder, and the person's life circumstances, including the presence of support and a willingness to stick with treatment. |
99a615b511ccb0cf04fca6fe8529d89b | How do doctors diagnose delusional disorder? | If you have symptoms of delusional disorder, your doctor will likely give you a complete medical history and physical exam. Although there are no lab tests to specifically diagnose delusional disorder, the doctor might use diagnostic tests, such as imaging studies or blood tests, to rule out physical illness as the cause of the symptoms. |
79ce7284713e92554ca273df32815fcc | How do doctors treat delusional disorder? | Treatment most often includes medication and psychotherapy (a type of counseling). Delusional disorder can be very difficult to treat, in part because those who have it often have poor insight and do not know there's a psychiatric problem. Studies show that close to half of patients treated with antipsychotic medications show at least partial improvement. |
5ee4f7d18f57189c53fb3149f728491d | What is erotomanic delusional disorder? | The types are based on the main theme of the delusion: Erotomanic: The person believes someone is in love with them and might try to contact that person. Often it's someone important or famous. This can lead to stalking behavior. |
e3c4be2d1d224dbb4832958e3fc0268a | How common is delusional disorder? | Although delusions might be a symptom of more common disorders, such as schizophrenia, delusional disorder itself is rather rare. Delusional disorder most often happens in middle to late life and is slightly more common in women than in men. |
387d8f739bc3aa580f2b272efe06bc80 | What is somatic delusional disorder? | Somatic: They believe they have a physical defect or medical problem. |
43b78a235a4ec8022849bd98d60be94c | What does delusional disorder involve? | These delusions usually involve mistaken perceptions or experiences. But in reality, the situations are either not true at all or highly exaggerated. A bizarre delusion, by contrast, is something that could never happen in real life, such as being cloned by aliens or having your thoughts broadcast on TV. |
4912b7e79e4c89489ea6512d6c01a429 | What psychotherapies may help treat delusional disorder? | Psychotherapies that may be helpful in delusional disorder include: Individual psychotherapy can help the person recognize and correct the thinking that has become distorted. Cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT) can help the person learn to recognize and change thought patterns and behaviors that lead to troublesome feelings. Family therapy can help families deal with a loved one who has delusional disorder, enabling them help the person. |
17c49e38d2c02c586a6800ceb3be4f74 | How do doctors diagnose delusional disorder if there is no physical reason for the symptoms? | These include: Alzheimer's disease Epilepsy Obsessive-compulsive disorder Delirium Other schizophrenia spectrum disorders If the doctor finds no physical reason for the symptoms, they might refer the person to a psychiatrist or psychologist, health care professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental illnesses. They'll use interview and assessment tools to evaluate the person for a psychotic disorder. The doctor or therapist bases the diagnosis on the person's symptoms and their own observation of the person's attitude and behavior. They'll decide if the symptoms point to a disorder. A diagnosis of delusional disorder is made if: The person has one or more delusions that last a month or longer. |
48a8e74267e19f06ed980645d4cb0ca8 | What is jealous delusional disorder? | Jealous: A person with this type believes their spouse or sexual partner is unfaithful. |
72a8b00a56b74eb25999de8f0ad62849 | Do you need to be hospitalized if you have delusional disorder? | People with severe symptoms or who are at risk of hurting themselves or others might need to be hospitalized until the condition is stabilized. |
4560d16cbb3b0eb449c24ca5da6cda71 | What are some environmental or psychological triggers for delusional disorder? | Environmental/psychological: Evidence suggests that stress can trigger delusional disorder. Alcohol and drug abuse also might contribute to it. People who tend to be isolated, such as immigrants or those with poor sight and hearing, appear to be more likely to have delusional disorder. |
0a2a39a3f5c7cede252ff2f1ffd5ae7b | How does biology determine the development of delusional disorder? | Biological: Researchers are studying how delusional disorders might happen when parts of the brain aren't normal. Abnormal brain regions that control perception and thinking may be linked to the delusional symptoms. |
82d43754f33e8aac8ac56943fe7a7050 | How do conventional antipsychotics treat delusional disorder? | The primary medications used to attempt to treat delusional disorder are called antipsychotics. Drugs used include: Conventional antipsychotics: Also called neuroleptics, these have been used to treat mental disorders since the mid-1950s. They work by blocking dopamine receptors in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter believed to be involved in the development of delusions. Conventional antipsychotics include Chlorpromazine ( Thorazine) Fluphenazine ( Prolixin) Haloperidol ( Haldol) Loxapine ( Oxilapine) Perphenazine ( Trilafon), Thioridazine ( Mellaril), Thiothixene ( Navane) Trifluoperazine ( Stelazine) Atypical antipsychotics: These newer drugs appear to be help treat the symptoms of delusional disorder with fewer movement-related side effects than the older typical antipsychotics. |
5d3827eb7e739effa5f2e12e2b8262f6 | Is delusional disorder hereditary? | Genetic: The fact that delusional disorder is more common in people who have family members with delusional disorder or schizophrenia suggests genes may be involved. It is believed that, as with other mental disorders, a tendency to have delusional disorder might be passed on from parents to their children. |
ee4f2e4968d63888f853320196969440 | What is mixed delusional disorder? | Mixed: These people have two or more of the types of delusions listed above. |
c89d86147ecdc7ed09854b173e305e1d | What is persecutory delusional disorder? | Persecutory: Someone who has this believes they (or someone close to them) are being mistreated, or that someone is spying on them or planning to harm them. They might make repeated complaints to legal authorities. |
5a5a75d1b6742ad10f4640edcea02964 | What is grandiose delusional disorder? | Grandiose: This person has an over-inflated sense of worth, power, knowledge, or identity. They could believe they have a great talent or made an important discovery. |
698b6e428a1729ecc33e7a9f6d04a53e | How can you get anal fissures from constipation? | Passing hard stools or straining to pass stools can tear the tissue around your anus. These tears are anal fissures. They cause itching, pain, and bleeding. Because the symptoms of anal fissures make going to the bathroom more difficult, they can make constipation worse. This happens often in children who hold in their stool out of fear of the pain. The tears are usually very small. But sometimes they can grow larger and affect the ring of muscle at the opening of your anus that keeps it closed. This kind of anal fissure is harder to heal. You may need medication or surgery to fix the problem. Once you've had an anal fissure, you're more likely to get another one. |
b7270ac16ffea77aae01518fa165d974 | What can happen if you have chronic constipation? | Having it every once in a while is common, but if you're dealing with symptoms for more than 3 months, your constipation is chronic. And that raises your chance of having complications. The problems most often happen in the places where stool leaves your body. When you're constipated, you're more likely to push hard to try to go. |
81befb06b8b8492fd8187cb677bc3515 | How can you get hemorrhoids from constipation? | When you're constipated, you're more likely to push hard to try to go. That can make the veins around your rectum and anus swell. These swollen veins are called hemorrhoids, or piles. They're like varicose veins around your anus. They can be external, which means they're under the skin around the anus, or internal, which means they're in the lining of your anus or rectum. |
6b9cf481fd26d34a48ba1c3da7a2f7f2 | How can you get impaction from constipation? | When you can't get stool out of your body, it can start to stick together in your intestines. The hardened mass gets stuck and causes a blockage. The squeezing your colon normally uses to push stool out of your body can't move it because it's too large and hard. It can cause pain and vomiting. You may even have to go to the emergency room for treatment. Children and older adults are more likely to have fecal impaction. |
15964e68167d145d2ab1e5f79bf65919 | What can hemorrhoids from constipation cause? | Hemorrhoids can itch and be painful. They can cause bleeding when you have a bowel movement. You may see streaks of blood on your toilet paper when you wipe. Sometimes blood can pool inside a hemorrhoid, which can cause a painful, hard lump. You may also get skin tags, blood clots, or infections from your hemorrhoids. |
97dad1ce7e5b970dad1781c82f5b8484 | What bisphosphonate drugs can treat advanced prostate cancer? | Other hormonal treatments include antiandrogens, estrogen- and progesterone-type drugs and cortisone derivatives. |
436e271846d5142372c8a73597d7523d | How can external beam radiation therapy treat advanced prostate cancer? | Plus, radiation therapy directed at the bone can reduce pain caused by bone metastases. |
0be6e1a272f74e25eb47842ce570b93a | How does MRI scanning treat advanced prostate cancer? | A newer noninvasive procedure uses MRI scanning to focus the energy from ultrasound in order to destroy nerve endings in the bone around the tumor. This can provide relief from bone pain with a low risk of complications. |
124d3f7db35396c6e96f3e99f6723f15 | What is advanced prostate cancer? | Prostate cancer is defined as ''advanced'' when it spreads outside the prostate gland. It may spread to nearby tissues, lymph nodes, bones, or other parts of the body. When it is spread beyond the tissues directly adjacent to the prostate gland, it is called metastatic prostate cancer. |
6906dc52696d5144984b081ed20ba2a2 | How does Xofigo treat advanced prostate cancer? | One drug, Xofigo ( Radium -223), is approved for use in men who have advanced prostate cancer that has spread only to the bones. Candidates should have also received androgen deprivation therapy. Xofigo, given by injection once a month, works by binding to minerals within bones to deliver radiation directly to bone tumors. A study of 809 men showed that those taking Xofigo lived an average of 3 months longer than those taking a placebo. |
00dcf0ed7570138468194015c0b7ccc1 | How does Provenge treat advanced prostate cancer? | If hormone therapy ultimately fails to slow the growth of the cancer, the next step may be a prostate cancer "vaccine" called Provenge (sipuleucel- T). Most men who take Provenge survive at least 2 years after starting the treatment. Provenge isn't your everyday vaccine. It's a therapy created by taking immune cells from a patient, genetically engineering them to fight prostate cancer, and then putting them back into the patient. It's used for men with few or no symptoms and when advanced prostate cancer no longer responds to hormone therapy. |
661f6f8c0eff038a8fca35c832bd9b50 | How does androgen deprivation therapy treat advanced prostate cancer? | A look at treatments: Most prostate cancer grows in response to male hormones (androgens) in the body, such as testosterone. That's why one of the first treatments for advanced prostate cancer is to decrease these hormone levels (called androgen deprivation therapy). There are several medications that can do this, including Lupron (leuprolide), Trelstar (triptorelin), or Zoladex (goserelin). These drugs work to reduce testosterone levels to those seen in castrated patients. |
4bfc94a0d819051d4751905586081d86 | When should you see a doctor about a yeast infection? | See a doctor to be sure it's not a more serious problem that needs a different treatment, such as a urinary tract infection or STI. You're pregnant. Any medications, including over-the-counter vaginal creams, need to be approved by your doctor during pregnancy. You often get yeast infections. If you have four or more yeast infections in a year, doctors call it ârecurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis.â If you have it, you'll need treatment for up to 6 months with an antifungal medication. Frequent yeast infections can also be a sign that you have diabetes or another medical condition. If you're concerned about your symptoms or they're different from past yeast infections you've had, you may want to see your doctor for your own peace of mind. Because symptoms are uncomfortable, some women will ask for a prescription-strength vaginal cream to ease the itching and burning more quickly than an over-the-counter product would. Some things you can do to prevent yeast infections may also treat a yeast infection once you have it. |
8cbb338d53c849f79c79aa948ff581a8 | How does synovial fluid help your joints? | Smooth tissue called cartilage and synovium and a lubricant called synovial fluid cushion the joints so bones do not rub together. |
81eda7c7b594fcee3a77acde2d7c452c | How can a stronger core help with caring for your joints? | Stronger abs and back muscles help you keep your balance and prevent falls that can damage your joints. |
aaaad0b9b0cb2a9e78436a754fb52969 | How does exercise helps in caring for your joints? | Exercise can help you lose extra pounds and maintain a healthy weight. Some research suggests that aerobic exercise -- activities that get your heart rate up -- can reduce joint swelling. If your joints bother you, opt for exercises that won't give your joints a pounding. Instead of step aerobics, try low-impact exercises such as swimming or bicycling. |
ead5984f02eb2bee80a4c45509c82c93 | How important is your posture for your joints' health? | Slouching is not good for your joints. Standing and sitting up straight protect your joints from your neck to your knees. Good posture also helps guard your hip joints and back muscles. Posture is also important when lifting and carrying. For example, if you use a backpack, be sure to put it over both shoulders instead of slinging it over one. Being lopsided puts more stress on your joints. When lifting, use the biggest muscles in your body by bending at your knees instead of bending your back. |
3bb21069a7069a6ba38c68b7beff6d05 | How can weight affect your joints? | Keeping your weight within a healthy range is the best thing you can do for your joints. Weight-bearing joints, such as your knees, hips, and back, have to support some, if not all, of your body weight. That's why so many overweight people have problems with these areas of the body. |
844430ee3b303ac2e61f7d7f36343234 | How does vitamin D help your joints? | You also need vitamin D to keep your bones and joints in good health. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium from the foods you eat. Dairy products. |
a5cbc44af89f879afdc3d0418cde5289 | What should your bedroom be like if you have insomnia? | Temperature, lighting, and noise should be controlled to make the bedroom conducive to falling (and staying) asleep. Your bed should feel comfortable and if you have a pet that sleeps in the room with you, consider having the pet sleep somewhere else if it tends to make noise in the night. |
ad66c06a5e7e3518552043609c6bd05e | How can cognitive therapy help insomnia? | Cognitive therapy helps some people with insomnia identify and correct inappropriate thoughts and beliefs that may contribute to insomnia. In addition, cognitive therapy can give you the proper information about sleep norms, age-related sleep changes, and help set reasonable sleep goals, among other things. |
3b3164ec423cbb0490b1f7a7c14c1d75 | Why are naps bad for insomnia? | It is important to establish and maintain a regular sleep pattern and train oneself to associate sleep with cues like darkness and a consistent bedtime. Napping can affect the quality of nighttime sleep. |
dd57b083059f8871fb90151b1da224c6 | Why is eating or drinking right before bed bad for insomnia? | Eating a late dinner or snacking before going to bed can activate the digestive system and keep you up. If you suffer from gastroesophageal reflux ( GERD) or heartburn, it is even more important to avoid eating and drinking right before bed since this can make your symptoms worse. In addition, drinking a lot of fluids prior to bed can overwhelm the bladder, requiring frequent visits to the bathroom that disturb your sleep. |
7ed211041122b5f7081bee94497a1c5d | Why is exercise good for insomnia? | Regular exercise can improve sleep quality and duration. However, exercising immediately before bedtime can have a stimulant effect on the body and should be avoided. Try to finish exercising at least three hours before you plan to retire for the night. |
cfec428c1632fa3bb4d2fe1427e7ebb9 | How can your genes put you at risk for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | Some people have fewer copies of a gene that helps to fight HIV. We might someday have a test that can tell you if you're more likely to get HIV and develop AIDS, but there isn't one yet. |
654ec794720556efab12ee25c48ddd3c | How can shared needles put you at risk for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | The other big risk is reusing needles, syringes, or other equipment an HIV-positive person used to inject drugs, whether they were prescribed by a doctor or illegal. You shouldn't even reuse your own. You could also get HIV from a needle used for piercing or tattooing if it wasn't sterilized after piercing or tattooing someone with HIV. An accidental stick from a contaminated needle or medical device could cause HIV, but that's very rare. |
21817dcb5990fe12405392b1bbff5bc0 | How can donated blood put you at risk for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | It's possible if you had a blood transfusion or were given blood products before 1985. Since then, all blood in the United States and Western Europe gets tested for HIV. |
e7548a62f2f4d1ef2d280dcc2bbc05f6 | Where are asbestos normally found? | It sometimes lurks in older homes in places like steam pipes or tiles. It's not a hazard unless the material gets damaged and releases fibers. Hire a trained professional if you need to repair or remove it. |
86acd4a815748d4d52fce596d07da396 | How can I check how much radon is in my home? | You can check how much of it is in your home with a detection kit, or you can hire a professional to do it. If the levels are too high, it's a good idea to work with a contractor who has experience with this issue. He may seal cracks in your floors and walls and use other techniques to help lower the amount of the gas in your home. |
68994c376befc6acec821bc5fb967a5c | How can diet cause lung cancer? | What you put on your plate could affect the health of your lungs. A new study looked at how the glycemic index, which measures how quickly a carbohydrate raises your blood sugar, may be linked with lung cancer risk. |
145f68087615c0bdea1bc9b4e49cc92b | How can I check if a gene mutation will cause me to get lung cancer? | There aren't any tests to check if you have any of these genetic problems. Your best bet is to avoid things that are known to increase your odds of getting the disease. |
693122d2f95ee25276dedd9ef30aa9ea | Can asbestos cause lung cancer? | When you breathe it in, the fibers get stuck deep in your lungs and over time may lead to lung cancer. The more you're in contact with asbestos, the higher your risk. |
e6a7f86357600a0156042287581a144c | What is radon and where does it come from? | It's a gas that naturally forms from soil and rock. You can't see, smell, or taste it. Low levels of the stuff are a natural part of the air outdoors, but it's more likely to be a problem inside homes and buildings. It can creep in from the ground through cracks in the floors or walls. |
73927b57d61105654d7f1edc627d9d34 | What is asbestos? | It's a group of minerals that was used in a lot of building supplies and products until researchers found it was harmful. |
9b5a0bd6252f538a241b6e65b259c95e | How can genetic changes result in lung cancer? | Sometimes changes to the DNA of your lung cells, known as "mutations," can lead to cancer. There are several ways this can happen. For example, you may be born with problems in chromosome number 6 that make you more likely to get lung cancer. Or you may naturally have less of an ability to clear away chemicals from your body that can cause the disease. Another possibility: Your body may be unable to repair damaged DNA, which puts you at higher risk when you come into contact with chemicals that can cause lung cancer. |
43fc13123178bfb62f954b5371aecd35 | How can air pollution cause lung cancer? | In the U. S. dust, smoke, and chemicals in the air cause about 1%-2% of lung cancers. Researchers suspect that polluted air can cause changes in your DNA that may set the stage for a higher risk of the disease. The more air pollution you breathe in, the greater your chances of getting this type of cancer. |
c5a453e082f583e3821245f8d806956c | What foods may cause lung cancer? | Researchers in one study found that people who ate a diet with the highest glycemic index had a higher risk of getting the disease. Foods that may be troublesome are white bread, sugary cereal, white rice, pretzels, and popcorn. Healthier choices are whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, sweet potatoes, lentils, and most fruits. |
80dea837f3586ee2c3b45cd4fa0ee989 | How can someone check to see how much radon is in their home? | You can check how much of it is in your home with a detection kit, or you can hire a professional to do it. If the levels are too high, it's a good idea to work with a contractor who has experience with this issue. He may seal cracks in your floors and walls and use other techniques to help lower the amount of the gas in your home. |
a1737cc661e1a4bdcb94c506f3b1b9e0 | How does diet play a role in getting lung cancer? | What you put on your plate could affect the health of your lungs. A new study looked at how the glycemic index, which measures how quickly a carbohydrate raises your blood sugar, may be linked with lung cancer risk. Researchers in one study found that people who ate a diet with the highest glycemic index had a higher risk of getting the disease. Foods that may be troublesome are white bread, sugary cereal, white rice, pretzels, and popcorn. Healthier choices are whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, sweet potatoes, lentils, and most fruits. |
ac141a01dfac1d253e097aac0766922f | What is radon? | It's a gas that naturally forms from soil and rock. You can't see, smell, or taste it. Low levels of the stuff are a natural part of the air outdoors, but it's more likely to be a problem inside homes and buildings. It can creep in from the ground through cracks in the floors or walls. |
3b2627901f8560c4874a5c3027067b8b | What is another possibility of getting lung cancer? | Another possibility: Your body may be unable to repair damaged DNA, which puts you at higher risk when you come into contact with chemicals that can cause lung cancer. There aren't any tests to check if you have any of these genetic problems. Your best bet is to avoid things that are known to increase your odds of getting the disease. |
f5055ab53ffd3e3ffe9ed2879a57d635 | How does air pollution cause lung cancer? | In the U. S. dust, smoke, and chemicals in the air cause about 1%-2% of lung cancers. Researchers suspect that polluted air can cause changes in your DNA that may set the stage for a higher risk of the disease. The more air pollution you breathe in, the greater your chances of getting this type of cancer. |
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