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What to do for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis ?	- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is fat in the liver, with inflammation and damage. - NASH occurs in people who drink little or no alcohol and affects 2 to 5 percent of Americans, especially people who are middle-aged and overweight or obese. - NASH can occur in children. - People who have NASH may feel well an...	NIDDK	Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis	<s>[INST] What to do for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis ? [/INST] - Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is fat in the liver, with inflammation and damage. - NASH occurs in people who drink little or no alcohol and affects 2 to 5 percent of Americans, especially people who are middle-aged and overweight or obese. - NASH...
How to diagnose Your Diabetes Care Records ?	Test Instructions Results or Dates A1C test - Have this blood test at least twice a year. Your result will tell you what your average blood glucose level was for the past 2 to 3 months. Date: __________ A1C: __________ Next test: __________ Blood lipid (fats) lab tests...	NIDDK	Your Diabetes Care Records	<s>[INST] How to diagnose Your Diabetes Care Records ? [/INST] Test Instructions Results or Dates A1C test - Have this blood test at least twice a year. Your result will tell you what your average blood glucose level was for the past 2 to 3 months. Date: __________ A1C: ________...
What is (are) Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ?	Henoch-Schnlein purpura is a disease that causes small blood vessels in the body to become inflamed and leak. The primary symptom is a rash that looks like many small raised bruises. HSP can also affect the kidneys, digestive tract, and joints. HSP can occur any time in life, but it is most common in children between 2...	NIDDK	Henoch-Schnlein Purpura	<s>[INST] What is (are) Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ? [/INST] Henoch-Schnlein purpura is a disease that causes small blood vessels in the body to become inflamed and leak. The primary symptom is a rash that looks like many small raised bruises. HSP can also affect the kidneys, digestive tract, and joints. HSP can occur any...
What causes Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ?	Henoch-Schnlein purpura is caused by an abnormal immune system response in which the bodys immune system attacks the bodys own cells and organs. Usually, the immune system makes antibodies, or proteins, to protect the body from foreign substances such as bacteria or viruses. In HSP, these antibodies attack the blood ve...	NIDDK	Henoch-Schnlein Purpura	<s>[INST] What causes Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ? [/INST] Henoch-Schnlein purpura is caused by an abnormal immune system response in which the bodys immune system attacks the bodys own cells and organs. Usually, the immune system makes antibodies, or proteins, to protect the body from foreign substances such as bacteria ...
What are the symptoms of Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ?	The symptoms of HSP include the following: - Rash. Leaking blood vessels in the skin cause a rash that looks like bruises or small red dots on the legs, arms, and buttocks. The rash may first look like hives and then change to look like bruises, and it may spread to the chest, back, and face. The rash ...	NIDDK	Henoch-Schnlein Purpura	<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ? [/INST] The symptoms of HSP include the following: - Rash. Leaking blood vessels in the skin cause a rash that looks like bruises or small red dots on the legs, arms, and buttocks. The rash may first look like hives and then change to look li...
What are the complications of Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ?	In children, the risk of kidney damage leading to long-term problems may be as high as 15 percent, but kidney failure affects only about 1 percent of children with HSP.1 Up to 40 percent of adults with HSP will have CKD or kidney failure within 15 years after diagnosis.3 A rare complication of HSP is i...	NIDDK	Henoch-Schnlein Purpura	<s>[INST] What are the complications of Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ? [/INST] In children, the risk of kidney damage leading to long-term problems may be as high as 15 percent, but kidney failure affects only about 1 percent of children with HSP.1 Up to 40 percent of adults with HSP will have CKD or kidney failure within 1...
How to diagnose Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ?	A diagnosis of HSP is suspected when a person has the characteristic rash and one of the following: - abdominal pain - joint pain - antibody deposits on the skin - hematuria or proteinuria Antibody deposits on the skin can confirm the diagnosis of HSP. These deposits can be detected...	NIDDK	Henoch-Schnlein Purpura	<s>[INST] How to diagnose Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ? [/INST] A diagnosis of HSP is suspected when a person has the characteristic rash and one of the following: - abdominal pain - joint pain - antibody deposits on the skin - hematuria or proteinuria Antibody deposits on the skin can ...
What are the treatments for Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ?	No specific treatment for HSP exists. The main goal of treatment is to relieve symptoms such as joint pain, abdominal pain, and swelling. People with kidney involvement may receive treatment aimed at preventing long-term kidney disease. Treatment is rarely required for the rash. Joint pain is often tre...	NIDDK	Henoch-Schnlein Purpura	<s>[INST] What are the treatments for Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ? [/INST] No specific treatment for HSP exists. The main goal of treatment is to relieve symptoms such as joint pain, abdominal pain, and swelling. People with kidney involvement may receive treatment aimed at preventing long-term kidney disease. ...
What to do for Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ?	Eating, diet, and nutrition have not been shown to play a role in causing or preventing HSP.	NIDDK	Henoch-Schnlein Purpura	<s>[INST] What to do for Henoch-Schnlein Purpura ? [/INST] Eating, diet, and nutrition have not been shown to play a role in causing or preventing HSP. </s>
What is (are) Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ?	Childhood nephrotic syndrome is not a disease in itself; rather, it is a group of symptoms that - indicate kidney damageparticularly damage to the glomeruli, the tiny units within the kidney where blood is filtered - result in the release of too much protein from the body into the urine ...	NIDDK	Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome	<s>[INST] What is (are) Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ? [/INST] Childhood nephrotic syndrome is not a disease in itself; rather, it is a group of symptoms that - indicate kidney damageparticularly damage to the glomeruli, the tiny units within the kidney where blood is filtered - result in the release ...
What causes Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ?	While idiopathic, or unknown, diseases are the most common cause of primary childhood nephrotic syndrome, researchers have linked certain diseases and some specific genetic changes that damage the kidneys with primary childhood nephrotic syndrome. The cause of secondary childhood nephrotic syndrome is ...	NIDDK	Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome	<s>[INST] What causes Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ? [/INST] While idiopathic, or unknown, diseases are the most common cause of primary childhood nephrotic syndrome, researchers have linked certain diseases and some specific genetic changes that damage the kidneys with primary childhood nephrotic syndrome. ...
What are the symptoms of Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ?	The signs and symptoms of childhood nephrotic syndrome may include - edemaswelling, most often in the legs, feet, or ankles and less often in the hands or face - albuminuriawhen a childs urine has high levels of albumin - hypoalbuminemiawhen a childs blood has low levels of albumin - hyperlipidemiaw...	NIDDK	Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome	<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ? [/INST] The signs and symptoms of childhood nephrotic syndrome may include - edemaswelling, most often in the legs, feet, or ankles and less often in the hands or face - albuminuriawhen a childs urine has high levels of albumin - hypoa...
What are the complications of Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ?	The complications of childhood nephrotic syndrome may include - infection. When the kidneys are damaged, a child is more likely to develop infections because the body loses proteins that normally protect against infection. Health care providers will prescribe medications to treat infections. Children w...	NIDDK	Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome	<s>[INST] What are the complications of Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ? [/INST] The complications of childhood nephrotic syndrome may include - infection. When the kidneys are damaged, a child is more likely to develop infections because the body loses proteins that normally protect against infection. H...
How to diagnose Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ?	A health care provider diagnoses childhood nephrotic syndrome with - a medical and family history - a physical exam - urine tests - a blood test - ultrasound of the kidney - kidney biopsy Medical and Family History Taking a medical and family history is one of the...	NIDDK	Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome	<s>[INST] How to diagnose Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ? [/INST] A health care provider diagnoses childhood nephrotic syndrome with - a medical and family history - a physical exam - urine tests - a blood test - ultrasound of the kidney - kidney biopsy Medical and Family History ...
What are the treatments for Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ?	Health care providers will decide how to treat childhood nephrotic syndrome based on the type: - primary childhood nephrotic syndrome: medications - secondary childhood nephrotic syndrome: treat the underlying illness or disease - congenital nephrotic syndrome: medications, surgery to remove one or b...	NIDDK	Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome	<s>[INST] What are the treatments for Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ? [/INST] Health care providers will decide how to treat childhood nephrotic syndrome based on the type: - primary childhood nephrotic syndrome: medications - secondary childhood nephrotic syndrome: treat the underlying illness or dise...
How to prevent Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ?	Researchers have not found a way to prevent childhood nephrotic syndrome when the cause is idiopathic or congenital.	NIDDK	Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome	<s>[INST] How to prevent Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ? [/INST] Researchers have not found a way to prevent childhood nephrotic syndrome when the cause is idiopathic or congenital. </s>
What to do for Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ?	Children who have nephrotic syndrome may need to make changes to their diet, such as - limiting the amount of sodium, often from salt, they take in each day - reducing the amount of liquids they drink each day - eating a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol to help control elevated cholesterol l...	NIDDK	Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome	<s>[INST] What to do for Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome ? [/INST] Children who have nephrotic syndrome may need to make changes to their diet, such as - limiting the amount of sodium, often from salt, they take in each day - reducing the amount of liquids they drink each day - eating a diet low in satu...
What is (are) Mntriers Disease ?	Mntriers disease causes the ridges along the inside of the stomach wallcalled rugaeto enlarge, forming giant folds in the stomach lining. The rugae enlarge because of an overgrowth of mucous cells in the stomach wall. In a normal stomach, mucous cells in the rugae release protein-containing mucus. The ...	NIDDK	Mntriers Disease	<s>[INST] What is (are) Mntriers Disease ? [/INST] Mntriers disease causes the ridges along the inside of the stomach wallcalled rugaeto enlarge, forming giant folds in the stomach lining. The rugae enlarge because of an overgrowth of mucous cells in the stomach wall. In a normal stomach, mucous cells ...
What causes Mntriers Disease ?	Scientists are unsure about what causes Mntriers disease; however, researchers think that most people acquire, rather than inherit, the disease. In extremely rare cases, siblings have developed Mntriers disease as children, suggesting a genetic link. Studies suggest that people with Mntriers disease ha...	NIDDK	Mntriers Disease	<s>[INST] What causes Mntriers Disease ? [/INST] Scientists are unsure about what causes Mntriers disease; however, researchers think that most people acquire, rather than inherit, the disease. In extremely rare cases, siblings have developed Mntriers disease as children, suggesting a genetic link. Stu...
Who is at risk for Mntriers Disease? ?	Mntriers disease is rare. The disease is more common in men than in women. The average age at diagnosis is 55.2	NIDDK	Mntriers Disease	<s>[INST] Who is at risk for Mntriers Disease? ? [/INST] Mntriers disease is rare. The disease is more common in men than in women. The average age at diagnosis is 55.2 </s>
What are the symptoms of Mntriers Disease ?	The most common symptom of Mntriers disease is pain in the upper middle part of the abdomen. The abdomen is the area between the chest and hips. Other signs and symptoms of Mntriers disease may include - nausea and frequent vomiting - diarrhea - loss of appetite - extreme weight los...	NIDDK	Mntriers Disease	<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Mntriers Disease ? [/INST] The most common symptom of Mntriers disease is pain in the upper middle part of the abdomen. The abdomen is the area between the chest and hips. Other signs and symptoms of Mntriers disease may include - nausea and frequent ...
How to diagnose Mntriers Disease ?	Health care providers base the diagnosis of Mntriers disease on a combination of symptoms, lab findings, findings on upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy, and stomach biopsy results. A health care provider will begin the diagnosis of Mntriers disease by taking a patients medical and family history and performing a phy...	NIDDK	Mntriers Disease	<s>[INST] How to diagnose Mntriers Disease ? [/INST] Health care providers base the diagnosis of Mntriers disease on a combination of symptoms, lab findings, findings on upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy, and stomach biopsy results. A health care provider will begin the diagnosis of Mntriers disease by taking a pat...
What are the treatments for Mntriers Disease ?	Treatment may include medications, IV protein, blood transfusions, and surgery. Medications Health care providers may prescribe the anticancer medication cetuximab (Erbitux) to treat Mntriers disease. Studies have shown that cetuximab blocks the activity of epidermal growth factor rece...	NIDDK	Mntriers Disease	<s>[INST] What are the treatments for Mntriers Disease ? [/INST] Treatment may include medications, IV protein, blood transfusions, and surgery. Medications Health care providers may prescribe the anticancer medication cetuximab (Erbitux) to treat Mntriers disease. Studies have shown t...
What to do for Mntriers Disease ?	Researchers have not found that eating, diet, and nutrition play a role in causing or preventing Mntriers disease. In some cases, a health care provider may prescribe a high-protein diet to offset the loss of protein due to Mntriers disease. Some people with severe malnutrition may require IV nutrition, which is called...	NIDDK	Mntriers Disease	<s>[INST] What to do for Mntriers Disease ? [/INST] Researchers have not found that eating, diet, and nutrition play a role in causing or preventing Mntriers disease. In some cases, a health care provider may prescribe a high-protein diet to offset the loss of protein due to Mntriers disease. Some people with severe ma...
What is (are) Diverticular Disease ?	Diverticular disease is a condition that occurs when a person has problems from small pouches, or sacs, that have formed and pushed outward through weak spots in the colon wall. Each pouch is called a diverticulum. Multiple pouches are called diverticula. The colon is part of the large intestine. The l...	NIDDK	Diverticular Disease	<s>[INST] What is (are) Diverticular Disease ? [/INST] Diverticular disease is a condition that occurs when a person has problems from small pouches, or sacs, that have formed and pushed outward through weak spots in the colon wall. Each pouch is called a diverticulum. Multiple pouches are called diverticula. ...
What causes Diverticular Disease ?	Scientists are not certain what causes diverticulosis and diverticular disease. For more than 50 years, the most widely accepted theory was that a low-fiber diet led to diverticulosis and diverticular disease. Diverticulosis and diverticular disease were first noticed in the United States in the early 1900s, around the...	NIDDK	Diverticular Disease	<s>[INST] What causes Diverticular Disease ? [/INST] Scientists are not certain what causes diverticulosis and diverticular disease. For more than 50 years, the most widely accepted theory was that a low-fiber diet led to diverticulosis and diverticular disease. Diverticulosis and diverticular disease were first notice...
Who is at risk for Diverticular Disease? ?	Diverticulosis becomes more common as people age, particularly in people older than age 50.3 Some people with diverticulosis develop diverticulitis, and the number of cases is increasing. Although diverticular disease is generally thought to be a condition found in older adults, it is becoming more common in people you...	NIDDK	Diverticular Disease	<s>[INST] Who is at risk for Diverticular Disease? ? [/INST] Diverticulosis becomes more common as people age, particularly in people older than age 50.3 Some people with diverticulosis develop diverticulitis, and the number of cases is increasing. Although diverticular disease is generally thought to be a condition fo...
What are the symptoms of Diverticular Disease ?	People with diverticulitis may have many symptoms, the most common of which is pain in the lower left side of the abdomen. The pain is usually severe and comes on suddenly, though it can also be mild and then worsen over several days. The intensity of the pain can fluctuate. Diverticulitis may also cause ...	NIDDK	Diverticular Disease	<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Diverticular Disease ? [/INST] People with diverticulitis may have many symptoms, the most common of which is pain in the lower left side of the abdomen. The pain is usually severe and comes on suddenly, though it can also be mild and then worsen over several days. The intensity of th...
How to diagnose Diverticular Disease ?	Diverticulosis Health care providers often find diverticulosis during a routine x ray or a colonoscopy, a test used to look inside the rectum and entire colon to screen for colon cancer or polyps or to evaluate the source of rectal bleeding. Diverticular Disease Based ...	NIDDK	Diverticular Disease	<s>[INST] How to diagnose Diverticular Disease ? [/INST] Diverticulosis Health care providers often find diverticulosis during a routine x ray or a colonoscopy, a test used to look inside the rectum and entire colon to screen for colon cancer or polyps or to evaluate the source of rectal bleeding. ...
What are the treatments for Diverticular Disease ?	A health care provider may treat the symptoms of diverticulosis with a high-fiber diet or fiber supplements, medications, and possibly probiotics. Treatment for diverticular disease varies, depending on whether a person has diverticulitis or diverticular bleeding. Diverticulosis High-f...	NIDDK	Diverticular Disease	<s>[INST] What are the treatments for Diverticular Disease ? [/INST] A health care provider may treat the symptoms of diverticulosis with a high-fiber diet or fiber supplements, medications, and possibly probiotics. Treatment for diverticular disease varies, depending on whether a person has diverticulitis or diverticu...
What to do for Diverticular Disease ?	The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010, recommends a dietary fiber intake of 14 grams per 1,000 calories consumed. For instance, for a 2,000-calorie diet, the fiber recommendation is 28 grams per day. The amount of fiber in a food is listed on the foods nutrition facts label. Some of the best sources of fiber inclu...	NIDDK	Diverticular Disease	<s>[INST] What to do for Diverticular Disease ? [/INST] The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010, recommends a dietary fiber intake of 14 grams per 1,000 calories consumed. For instance, for a 2,000-calorie diet, the fiber recommendation is 28 grams per day. The amount of fiber in a food is listed on the foods nutrit...
What is (are) Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ?	Microscopic colitis is an inflammation of the colon that a health care provider can see only with a microscope. Inflammation is the bodys normal response to injury, irritation, or infection of tissues. Microscopic colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel diseasethe general name for diseases that cause irritation and inf...	NIDDK	Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis	<s>[INST] What is (are) Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ? [/INST] Microscopic colitis is an inflammation of the colon that a health care provider can see only with a microscope. Inflammation is the bodys normal response to injury, irritation, or infection of tissues. Microscopic colitis...
What causes Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ?	The exact cause of microscopic colitis is unknown. Several factors may play a role in causing microscopic colitis. However, most scientists believe that microscopic colitis results from an abnormal immune-system response to bacteria that normally live in the colon. Scientists have proposed other causes, including ...	NIDDK	Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis	<s>[INST] What causes Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ? [/INST] The exact cause of microscopic colitis is unknown. Several factors may play a role in causing microscopic colitis. However, most scientists believe that microscopic colitis results from an abnormal immune-system response to...
What are the symptoms of Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ?	The most common symptom of microscopic colitis is chronic, watery, nonbloody diarrhea. Episodes of diarrhea can last for weeks, months, or even years. However, many people with microscopic colitis may have long periods without diarrhea. Other signs and symptoms of microscopic colitis can include - a st...	NIDDK	Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis	<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ? [/INST] The most common symptom of microscopic colitis is chronic, watery, nonbloody diarrhea. Episodes of diarrhea can last for weeks, months, or even years. However, many people with microscopic colitis may have long...
How to diagnose Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ?	A pathologista doctor who specializes in examining tissues to diagnose diseasesdiagnoses microscopic colitis based on the findings of multiple biopsies taken throughout the colon. Biopsy is a procedure that involves taking small pieces of tissue for examination with a microscope. The pathologist examines the colon tiss...	NIDDK	Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis	<s>[INST] How to diagnose Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ? [/INST] A pathologista doctor who specializes in examining tissues to diagnose diseasesdiagnoses microscopic colitis based on the findings of multiple biopsies taken throughout the colon. Biopsy is a procedure that involves tak...
What are the treatments for Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ?	Treatment depends on the severity of symptoms. The gastroenterologist will - review the medications the person is taking - make recommendations to change or stop certain medications - recommend that the person quit smoking The gastroenterologist may prescribe medications to help cont...	NIDDK	Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis	<s>[INST] What are the treatments for Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ? [/INST] Treatment depends on the severity of symptoms. The gastroenterologist will - review the medications the person is taking - make recommendations to change or stop certain medications - reco...
What to do for Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ?	To help reduce symptoms, a health care provider may recommend the following dietary changes: - avoid foods and drinks that contain caffeine or artificial sugars - drink plenty of liquids to prevent dehydration during episodes of diarrhea - eat a milk-free diet if the person is also lactose intolerant...	NIDDK	Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis	<s>[INST] What to do for Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ? [/INST] To help reduce symptoms, a health care provider may recommend the following dietary changes: - avoid foods and drinks that contain caffeine or artificial sugars - drink plenty of liquids to prevent dehy...
How to prevent Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ?	Researchers do not know how to prevent microscopic colitis. However, researchers do believe that people who follow the recommendations of their health care provider may be able to prevent relapses of microscopic colitis.	NIDDK	Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis	<s>[INST] How to prevent Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis ? [/INST] Researchers do not know how to prevent microscopic colitis. However, researchers do believe that people who follow the recommendations of their health care provider may be able to prevent relapses of microscopic colitis....
Who is at risk for Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis? ?	No. Unlike the other inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis, microscopic colitis does not increase a persons risk of getting colon cancer.	NIDDK	Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis	<s>[INST] Who is at risk for Microscopic Colitis: Collagenous Colitis and Lymphocytic Colitis? ? [/INST] No. Unlike the other inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis, microscopic colitis does not increase a persons risk of getting colon cancer. </s>
What is (are) Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome ?	Cyclic vomiting syndrome, sometimes referred to as CVS, is an increasingly recognized disorder with sudden, repeated attacksalso called episodesof severe nausea, vomiting, and physical exhaustion that occur with no apparent cause. The episodes can last from a few hours to several days. Episodes can be so severe that a ...	NIDDK	Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome	<s>[INST] What is (are) Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome ? [/INST] Cyclic vomiting syndrome, sometimes referred to as CVS, is an increasingly recognized disorder with sudden, repeated attacksalso called episodesof severe nausea, vomiting, and physical exhaustion that occur with no apparent cause. The episodes can last from a f...