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<s> [INST] what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Skin Cancer ?[/INST] The National Cancer Institute has developed a comprehensive online cancer database called the Physician Data Query (PDQ) to present evidence from the most recent research on melanoma and other skin cancers. Click here to see the PDQ. A... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] An Infection of the Gums and Surrounding Tissues Gum (periodontal) disease is an infection of the gums and surrounding tissues that hold teeth in place. The two forms of gum disease are gingivitis, a mild form that is reversible with good oral hygiene, and per... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] Risk Factors There are a number of risk factors that can increase your chances of developing periodontal disease. - Smoking is one of the most significant risk factors associated with the development of gum disease. Smoking can also lower the chances for succ... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] Symptoms Symptoms of gum disease may include: - bad breath that won't go away - red or swollen gums - tender or bleeding gums - painful chewing - loose teeth - sensitive teeth - receding gums or longer appearing teeth bad breath that won'... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] Controlling the Infection The main goal of treatment is to control the infection. The number and types of treatment will vary, depending on how far the disease has advanced. Any type of treatment requires the patient to keep up good daily care at... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place. In its early stages, it is usually painless, and many people are not aware that they have it. But in more advanced stages, gum disease can lead to sore or bleeding gums, painful chewing ... |
<s> [INST] What causes Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] Gum disease is caused by dental plaque -- a sticky film of bacteria that builds up on teeth. Regular brushing and flossing help get rid of plaque. But plaque that is not removed can harden and form tartar that brushing doesn't clean. Only a professional cleaning... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums. In gingivitis, the gums become red, swollen and can bleed easily. Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease. It can usually be reversed with daily brushing and flossing, and regular cleaning by a dentist or dental hygieni... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] When gingivitis is not treated, it can advance to periodontitis (which means "inflammation around the tooth.") In periodontitis, gums pull away from the teeth and form "pockets" that become infected. The body's immune system fights the bacteria as the plaque s... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] If left untreated, gum disease can lead to tooth loss. Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in older adults.</s> |
<s> [INST] What causes Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] In some studies, researchers have observed that people with periodontal disease (when compared to people without periodontal disease) were more likely to develop heart disease or have difficulty controlling their blood sugar. But so far, it has not been determin... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Gum (Periodontal) Disease? ?[/INST] There are a number of risk factors that can increase your chances of developing periodontal disease. - Smoking is one of the most significant risk factors associated with the development of gum disease and can even lower the chances for successful treatm... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] Yes, you can prevent gum disease with proper dental hygiene and regular cleanings by your dentist or dental hygienist. Specifically, you should - brush your teeth twice a day (with a fluoride toothpaste). - floss regularly to remove plaque from between teet... |
<s> [INST] What causes Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] If your hands have become stiff because of arthritis or if you have a physical disability, you may find it difficult to use your toothbrush or dental floss. The following tips might make it easier for you to clean your teeth and gums. Make the toothbrush easier ... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] People are not often aware they have gum disease until it is advanced. Any of these symptoms may be a sign of a serious problem and should be checked by a dentist. - bad breath that won't go away - red or swollen gums - tender or bleeding gums - ... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] The dentist will ask about your medical history to identify any conditions or risk factors such as smoking that may contribute to gum disease. The dentist or hygienist will also - examine your gums and note any signs of inflammation. - use a tiny ruler cal... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] Treatments may include deep cleaning, medications, surgery, and bone and tissue grafts.</s> |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] In deep cleaning, the dentist, periodontist, or dental hygienist removes the plaque through a method called scaling and root planing. Scaling means scraping off the tartar from above and below the gum line. Root planing gets rid of rough spots on... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] Medications may be used with treatment that includes scaling and root planing. Depending on how far the disease has progressed, the dentist or periodontist may also suggest surgical treatment. Long-term studies are needed to find out if using med... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Gum (Periodontal) Disease ?[/INST] Surgery might be necessary if inflammation and deep pockets remain following treatment with deep cleaning and medications. A periodontist may perform flap surgery to remove tartar deposits in deep pockets or to reduce the periodontal pocket and m... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Balance Problems ?[/INST] Have you ever felt dizzy, lightheaded, or as if the room were spinning around you? These can be very troublesome sensations. If the feeling happens often, it could be a sign of a balance problem. Balance problems are among the most common reasons that older adults seek... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Balance Problems ?[/INST] People are more likely to have problems with balance as they get older. But age is not the only reason these problems occur; there are other causes, too. In some cases, you can help reduce your risk for certain balance problems. Problems in the Inner Ear Some balance ... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Balance Problems ?[/INST] Some people may have a balance problem without realizing it. Others might think they have a problem, but are too embarrassed to tell their doctor, friends, or family. Here are common symtoms experienced by people with a balance disorder. Symptoms If you have... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Balance Problems ?[/INST] Your doctor can recommend strategies to help reduce the effects of a balance disorder. Scientists are studying ways to develop new, more effective methods to treat and prevent balance disorders. Balance disorders can be signs of other health problems, suc... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Balance Problems ?[/INST] A balance disorder is a disturbance of the body systems controlling balance. This disturbance can make people feel dizzy, unsteady, or as if they were spinning. Balance disorders are a common cause of falls and fall-related injuries, such as hip fractures.</s> |
<s> [INST] How many people are affected by Balance Problems ?[/INST] In 2008, an estimated 14.8 percent of American adults (33.4 million) had a balance or dizziness problem during the past year. See statistics about the frequency of balance and other sensory impairments in older adults. (Centers for Disease Control an... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Balance Problems ?[/INST] If you have a balance disorder, you may stagger when you try to walk, or teeter or fall when you try to stand up. You might experience other symptoms such as - dizziness or vertigo (a spinning sensation) - falling or feeling as if you are going to fall -... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Balance Problems ?[/INST] There are many types of balance disorders. Three of the most common are BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo), labyrinthitis, and Menieres disease. BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo) is one of the most common balance disorders among older adults. With BP... |
<s> [INST] What causes Balance Problems ?[/INST] Some balance disorders are caused by problems in the inner ear. The part of the inner ear that is responsible for balance is the vestibular system, often refered to as the labyrinth. When the labyrinth becomes infected or swollen -- a condition called labyrinthitis -- it... |
<s> [INST] What causes Balance Problems ?[/INST] Yes. Many prescription medications, such as those used to lower blood pressure, can make a person feel dizzy. Other medicines might damage the inner ear. These medicines, called ototoxic medicines, can make you feel off balance. Sometimes the damage lasts only as long as... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Balance Problems ?[/INST] An ear infection called otitis media can cause balance problems. Otitis media is most common in children, but adults can get it, too. You can help prevent otitis media by washing your hands frequently. Also, talk to your doctor about getting a yearly flu shot to stave... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Balance Problems ?[/INST] You can help your doctor make a diagnosis by writing down key information about your dizziness or balance problem beforehand and giving the information to your doctor during the visit. Write down answers to these questions for your doctor: - How would you describe your... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Balance Problems ?[/INST] In BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo), small calcium particles in the inner ear become displaced, causing dizziness. A doctor, otolaryngologist, audiologist, or physical therapist can treat BPPV by carefully moving the head and torso to move the ... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Balance Problems ?[/INST] Mnire's disease is caused by changes in fluid volumes in the inner ear. People with Mnire's disease can help reduce its dizzying effects by lowering the amount of salt (sodium) in their diets. Limiting alcohol or caffeine also may be helpful. Some medicat... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Balance Problems ?[/INST] Scientists are working to understand the complex interactions between the brain and the part of the inner ear responsible for balance. They are also studying the effectiveness of certain exercises as a treatment option for balance disorders. An NIDCD-supported clinica... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Anxiety Disorders ?[/INST] Occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. You might feel anxious when faced with a problem at work, before taking a test, or making an important decision. However, anxiety disorders involve more than temporary worry or fear. For a person with an anxiety disorder, t... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Anxiety Disorders ?[/INST] Excessive, Irrational Fear Each anxiety disorder has different symptoms, but all the symptoms cluster around excessive, irrational fear and dread. Unlike the relatively mild, brief anxiety caused by a specific event (such as speaking in public or a first da... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Anxiety Disorders ?[/INST] Anxiety disorders sometimes run in families, but no one knows for sure why some people have them while others don't. Anxiety disorders are more common among younger adults than older adults, and they typically start in early life. However, anyone can develop an anxi... |
<s> [INST] what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Anxiety Disorders ?[/INST] Clinical trials are part of clinical research and at the heart of all treatment advances. Clinical trials look at new ways to prevent, detect, or treat disease. The National Institute of Mental Health at NIH supports research stu... |
<s> [INST] How many people are affected by Anxiety Disorders ?[/INST] Studies estimate that anxiety disorders affect around 15 percent of older adults in a given year. More women than men experience anxiety disorders. They tend to be less common among older adults than younger adults. But developing an anxiety disorder... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Anxiety Disorders ?[/INST] Anxiety disorders are a collection of disorders that include generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social phobia, and panic disorder.</s> |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Anxiety Disorders ?[/INST] All of us worry about things like health, money, or family problems. But people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) are extremely worried about these and many other things, even when there is little or no reason to worry about them. They are very anxious about jus... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Anxiety Disorders ?[/INST] In social phobia, a person fears being judged by others or of being embarrassed. This fear can get in the way of doing everyday things such as going to work, running errands or meeting with friends. People who have social phobia often know that they shouldn't be so af... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Anxiety Disorders ?[/INST] In panic disorder, a person has sudden, unexplained attacks of terror, and often feels his or her heart pounding. During a panic attack, a person feels a sense of unreality, a fear of impending doom, or a fear of losing control. Panic attacks can occur at any time. Pe... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Anxiety Disorders? ?[/INST] Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) affects about 6.8 million American adults, including twice as many women as men. The disorder develops gradually and can begin at any point in the life cycle, although the years of highest risk are between childhood and middle ... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Anxiety Disorders ?[/INST] Most insurance plans, including health maintenance organizations (HMOs), will cover treatment for anxiety disorders. Check with your insurance company and find out. If you dont have insurance, the Health and Human Services division of your county governm... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Anxiety Disorders ?[/INST] Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that is very useful in treating anxiety disorders. It can help people change the thinking patterns that support their fears and change the way they react to anxiety-provoking situations. For example, cognit... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Anxiety Disorders ?[/INST] Exposure-based treatment has been used for many years to treat specific phobias. The person gradually encounters the object or situation that is feared, perhaps at first only through pictures or tapes, then later face-to-face. Sometimes the therapist wil... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Restless Legs Syndrome ?[/INST] Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a disorder that causes a strong urge to move your legs. This urge to move often occurs with strange and unpleasant feelings in your legs. Moving your legs relieves the urge and the unpleasant feelings.
People who h... |
<s> [INST] What causes Restless Legs Syndrome ?[/INST] Faulty Use of Iron or Lack of Iron
Research suggests that the main cause of restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a faulty use of iron or a lack of iron in the brain. The brain uses iron to make the chemical dopamine (DO-pah-meen) and to control other br... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Restless Legs Syndrome? ?[/INST] Restless legs syndrome (RLS) affects about 515 percent of Americans. Many people who have RLS have family members with the disorder.
RLS can affect people of any racial or ethnic group, but the disorder is more common in people of Northern ... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome ?[/INST] The four key signs of restless legs syndrome (RLS) are:
A strong urge to move your legs. This urge often, but not always, occurs with unpleasant feelings in your legs. When the disorder is severe, you also may have the urge to move you... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Restless Legs Syndrome ?[/INST] Your doctor will diagnose restless legs syndrome (RLS) based on your signs and symptoms, your medical and family histories, a physical exam, and test results.
Your doctor will use this information to rule out other conditions that have symptoms... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Restless Legs Syndrome ?[/INST] Restless legs syndrome (RLS) has no cure. If a condition or medicine triggers RLS, it may go away or get better if the trigger is relieved or stopped.
RLS can be treated. The goals of treatment are to:
Prevent or re... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Respiratory Distress Syndrome ?[/INST] Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) is a breathing disorder that affects newborns. RDS rarely occurs in full-term infants. The disorder is more common in premature infants born about 6 weeks or more before their due dates.
RDS is more comm... |
<s> [INST] What causes Respiratory Distress Syndrome ?[/INST] The main cause of respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) is a lack of surfactant in the lungs. Surfactant is a liquid that coats the inside of the lungs.
A fetus's lungs start making surfactant during the third trimester of pregnancy (weeks 26 ... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Respiratory Distress Syndrome? ?[/INST] Certain factors may increase the risk that your infant will have respiratory distress syndrome (RDS). These factors include:
Premature delivery. The earlier your baby is born, the greater his or her risk for RDS. Most cases of RDS oc... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Respiratory Distress Syndrome ?[/INST] Signs and symptoms of respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) usually occur at birth or within the first few hours that follow. They include:
Rapid, shallow breathing
Sharp pulling in of the chest below and between ... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Respiratory Distress Syndrome ?[/INST] Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) is common in premature infants. Thus, doctors usually recognize and begin treating the disorder as soon as babies are born.
Doctors also do several tests to rule out other conditions that could be caus... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Respiratory Distress Syndrome ?[/INST] Treatment for respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) usually begins as soon as an infant is born, sometimes in the delivery room.
Most infants who show signs of RDS are quickly moved to a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Respiratory Distress Syndrome ?[/INST] Taking steps to ensure a healthy pregnancy might prevent your infant from being born before his or her lungs have fully developed. These steps include:
Seeing your doctor regularly during your pregnancy
Following a health... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Tetralogy of Fallot ?[/INST] Tetralogy (teh-TRAL-o-je) of Fallot (fah-LO) is a congenital heart defect. This is a problem with the heart's structure that's present at birth. Congenital heart defects change the normal flow of blood through the heart.
Tetralogy of Fallot is a rar... |
<s> [INST] What causes Tetralogy of Fallot ?[/INST] Doctors often don't know what causes tetralogy of Fallot and other congenital heart defects.
Some conditions or factors that occur during pregnancy may raise your risk of having a child who has tetralogy of Fallot. These conditions and factors include... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Tetralogy of Fallot ?[/INST] Cyanosis is an important sign of tetralogy of Fallot. Cyanosis is a bluish tint to the skin, lips, and fingernails. Low oxygen levels in the blood cause cyanosis.
Babies who have unrepaired tetralogy of Fallot sometimes have "tet spells."... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Tetralogy of Fallot ?[/INST] Doctors diagnose tetralogy of Fallot based on a baby's signs and symptoms, a physical exam, and the results from tests and procedures.
Signs and symptoms of the heart defect usually occur during the first weeks of life. Your infant's doctor may no... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Tetralogy of Fallot ?[/INST] Tetralogy of Fallot is repaired with open-heart surgery, either soon after birth or later in infancy. The goal of surgery is to repair the four defects of tetralogy of Fallot so the heart can work as normally as possible. Repairing the defects can grea... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Smoking and Your Heart? ?[/INST] The chemicals in tobacco smoke harm your heart and blood vessels in many ways. For example, they:
Contribute to inflammation, which may trigger plaque buildup in your arteries.
Damage blood vessel walls, making them stiff a... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Sudden Cardiac Arrest ?[/INST] Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a condition in which the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. If this happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs.
SCA usually causes death if it's not treated within minutes.
... |
<s> [INST] What causes Sudden Cardiac Arrest ?[/INST] Ventricular fibrillation (v-fib) causes most sudden cardiac arrests (SCAs). V-fib is a type of arrhythmia.
During v-fib, the ventricles (the heart's lower chambers) don't beat normally. Instead, they quiver very rapidly and irregularly. When this ha... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Sudden Cardiac Arrest? ?[/INST] The risk of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) increases:
With age
If you are a man. Men are more likely than women to have SCA.
Some studies show that blacksparticularly those with underlying conditions such as di... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Sudden Cardiac Arrest ?[/INST] Usually, the first sign of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is loss of consciousness (fainting). At the same time, no heartbeat (or pulse) can be felt.
Some people may have a racing heartbeat or feel dizzy or light-headed just before they fa... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Sudden Cardiac Arrest ?[/INST] Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) happens without warning and requires emergency treatment. Doctors rarely diagnose SCA with medical tests as it's happening. Instead, SCA often is diagnosed after it happens. Doctors do this by ruling out other causes of a person's sud... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Sudden Cardiac Arrest ?[/INST] Emergency Treatment
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is an emergency. A person having SCA needs to be treated with a defibrillator right away. This device sends an electric shock to the heart. The electric shock can restore a normal rhyth... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Sudden Cardiac Arrest ?[/INST] Ways to prevent death due to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) differ depending on whether:
You've already had SCA
You've never had SCA but are at high risk for the condition
You've never had SCA and have no known risk... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Holes in the Heart ?[/INST] Holes in the heart are simple congenital (kon-JEN-ih-tal) heart defects. Congenital heart defects are problems with the heart's structure that are present at birth. These defects change the normal flow of blood through the heart.
The heart has two si... |
<s> [INST] What causes Holes in the Heart ?[/INST] Mothers of children who are born with atrial septal defects (ASDs), ventricular septal defects (VSDs), or other heart defects may think they did something wrong during their pregnancies. However, most of the time, doctors don't know why congenital heart defects occur.
... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Holes in the Heart ?[/INST] Atrial Septal Defect
Many babies who are born with atrial septal defects (ASDs) have no signs or symptoms. However, as they grow, these children may be small for their age.
When signs and symptoms do occur, a heart murmur... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Holes in the Heart ?[/INST] Doctors usually diagnose holes in the heart based on a physical exam and the results from tests and procedures. The exam findings for an atrial septal defect (ASD) often aren't obvious. Thus, the diagnosis sometimes isn't made until later in childhood or even in ad... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Holes in the Heart ?[/INST] Many holes in the heart don't need treatment, but some do. Those that do often are repaired during infancy or early childhood. Sometimes adults are treated for holes in the heart if problems develop.
The treatment your child receives de... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Congenital Heart Defects ?[/INST] Congenital (kon-JEN-ih-tal) heart defects are problems with the heart's structure that are present at birth. These defects can involve:
The interior walls of the heart
The valves inside the heart
The arteries a... |
<s> [INST] What causes Congenital Heart Defects ?[/INST] If your child has a congenital heart defect, you may think you did something wrong during your pregnancy to cause the problem. However, doctors often don't know why congenital heart defects occur.
Heredity may play a role in some heart defects. F... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Congenital Heart Defects ?[/INST] Many congenital heart defects cause few or no signs and symptoms. A doctor may not even detect signs of a heart defect during a physical exam.
Some heart defects do cause signs and symptoms. They depend on the number, type, and sever... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Congenital Heart Defects ?[/INST] Severe congenital heart defects generally are diagnosed during pregnancy or soon after birth. Less severe defects often aren't diagnosed until children are older.
Minor defects often have no signs or symptoms. Doctors may diagnose them based ... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Congenital Heart Defects ?[/INST] Although many children who have congenital heart defects don't need treatment, some do. Doctors repair congenital heart defects with catheter procedures or surgery.
Sometimes doctors combine catheter and surgical procedures to rep... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Bronchitis ?[/INST] Espaol
Bronchitis (bron-KI-tis) is a condition in which the bronchial tubes become inflamed. These tubes carry air to your lungs. (For more information about the bronchial tubes and airways, go to the Diseases and Conditions Index How the Lungs Work article.... |
<s> [INST] What causes Bronchitis ?[/INST] Acute Bronchitis
Infections or lung irritants cause acute bronchitis. The same viruses that cause colds and the flu are the most common cause of acute bronchitis. Sometimes bacteria can cause the condition.
Certain substances can irritate your... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Bronchitis? ?[/INST] Bronchitis is a very common condition. Millions of cases occur every year.
Elderly people, infants, and young children are at higher risk for acute bronchitis than people in other age groups.
People of all ages can develop chronic bron... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Bronchitis ?[/INST] Acute Bronchitis
Acute bronchitis caused by an infection usually develops after you already have a cold or the flu. Symptoms of a cold or the flu include sore throat, fatigue (tiredness), fever, body aches, stuffy or runny nose, vomiting, and diar... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Bronchitis ?[/INST] Your doctor usually will diagnose bronchitis based on your signs and symptoms. He or she may ask questions about your cough, such as how long you've had it, what you're coughing up, and how much you cough.
Your doctor also will likely ask:
... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Bronchitis ?[/INST] The main goals of treating acute and chronic bronchitis are to relieve symptoms and make breathing easier.
If you have acute bronchitis, your doctor may recommend rest, plenty of fluids, and aspirin (for adults) or acetaminophen to treat fever.... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Bronchitis ?[/INST] You can't always prevent acute or chronic bronchitis. However, you can take steps to lower your risk for both conditions. The most important step is to quit smoking or not start smoking.
For more information about how to quit smoking, go to the Diseases and... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Overweight and Obesity ?[/INST] Espaol
The terms "overweight" and "obesity" refer to body weight thats greater than what is considered healthy for a certain height.
The most useful measure of overweight and obesity is body mass index (BMI). BMI is calculated fr... |
<s> [INST] What causes Overweight and Obesity ?[/INST] Lack of Energy Balance
A lack of energy balance most often causes overweight and obesity. Energy balance means that your energy IN equals your energy OUT.
Energy IN is the amount of energy or calories you get from food and drinks. ... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Overweight and Obesity? ?[/INST] Being overweight or obese isn't a cosmetic problem. These conditions greatly raise your risk for other health problems.
Overweight and Obesity-Related Health Problems in Adults
Coronary Heart Disease
As you... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Overweight and Obesity? ?[/INST] Overweight and obesity affect Americans of all ages, sexes, and racial/ethnic groups. This serious health problem has been growing over the last 30 years.
Adults
According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Su... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Overweight and Obesity ?[/INST] Weight gain usually happens over time. Most people know when they've gained weight. Some of the signs of overweight or obesity include:
Clothes feeling tight and needing a larger size.
The scale showing that you've gai... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Overweight and Obesity ?[/INST] The most common way to find out whether you're overweight or obese is to figure out your body mass index (BMI). BMI is an estimate of body fat, and it's a good gauge of your risk for diseases that occur with more body fat.
BMI is calculated fro... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Overweight and Obesity ?[/INST] Successful weight-loss treatments include setting goals and making lifestyle changes, such as eating fewer calories and being physically active. Medicines and weight-loss surgery also are options for some people if lifestyle changes aren't enough.
... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Overweight and Obesity ?[/INST] Following a healthy lifestyle can help you prevent overweight and obesity. Many lifestyle habits begin during childhood. Thus, parents and families should encourage their children to make healthy choices, such as following a healthy diet and being physically act... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Cardiogenic Shock ?[/INST] Cardiogenic (kar-dee-oh-JE-nik) shock is a condition in which a suddenly weakened heart isn't able to pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. The condition is a medical emergency and is fatal if not treated right away.
The most common cause of car... |
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