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<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Hemochromatosis ?[/INST] Hemochromatosis can affect many parts of the body and cause various signs and symptoms. Many of the signs and symptoms are similar to those of other diseases.
Signs and symptoms of hemochromatosis usually don't occur until middle age. Women a... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Hemochromatosis ?[/INST] Your doctor will diagnose hemochromatosis based on your medical and family histories, a physical exam, and the results from tests and procedures.
The disease sometimes is detected while checking for other diseases or conditions, such as arthritis, liv... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Hemochromatosis ?[/INST] Treatments for hemochromatosis include therapeutic phlebotomy (fleh-BOT-o-me), iron chelation (ke-LAY-shun) therapy, dietary changes, and treatment for complications.
The goals of treating hemochromatosis include:
Reducing... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Hemochromatosis ?[/INST] You can't prevent primary, or inherited, hemochromatosis. However, not everyone who inherits hemochromatosis genes develops symptoms or complications of the disease. In those who do, treatments can keep the disease from getting worse.
Treatments includ... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Cough ?[/INST] A cough is a natural reflex that protects your lungs. Coughing helps clear your airways of lung irritants, such as smoke and mucus (a slimy substance). This helps prevent infections. A cough also can be a symptom of a medical problem.
Prolonged coughing can cause... |
<s> [INST] What causes Cough ?[/INST] Coughing occurs when the nerve endings in your airways become irritated. Certain irritants and allergens, medical conditions, and medicines can irritate these nerve endings.
Irritants and Allergens
An irritant is something you're sensitive to. For ... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Cough? ?[/INST] People at risk for cough include those who:
Are exposed to things that irritate their airways (called irritants) or things that they're allergic to (called allergens). Examples of irritants are cigarette smoke, air pollution, paint fumes, and scented produc... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Cough ?[/INST] When you cough, mucus (a slimy substance) may come up. Coughing helps clear the mucus in your airways from a cold, bronchitis, or other condition. Rarely, people cough up blood. If this happens, you should call your doctor right away.
A cough may be a ... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Cough ?[/INST] Your doctor will diagnose the cause of your cough based on your medical history, a physical exam, and test results.
Medical History
Your doctor will likely ask questions about your cough. He or she may ask how long you've had it, whether you're... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Cough ?[/INST] The best way to treat a cough is to treat its cause. However, sometimes the cause is unknown. Other treatments, such as medicines and a vaporizer, can help relieve the cough itself.
Treating the Cause of a Cough
Acute and Subacute C... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Pulmonary Embolism ?[/INST] Pulmonary embolism (PULL-mun-ary EM-bo-lizm), or PE, is a sudden blockage in a lung artery. The blockage usually is caused by a blood clot that travels to the lung from a vein in the leg.
A clot that forms in one part of the body and travels in the b... |
<s> [INST] What causes Pulmonary Embolism ?[/INST] Major Causes
Pulmonary embolism (PE) usually begins as a blood clot in a deep vein of the leg. This condition is called deep vein thrombosis. The clot can break free, travel through the bloodstream to the lungs, and block an artery.
Th... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Pulmonary Embolism? ?[/INST] Pulmonary embolism (PE) occurs equally in men and women. The risk increases with age. For every 10 years after age 60, the risk of having PE doubles.
Certain inherited conditions, such as factor V Leiden, increase the risk of blood clotting and... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Pulmonary Embolism ?[/INST] Major Signs and Symptoms
Signs and symptoms of pulmonary embolism (PE) include unexplained shortness of breath, problems breathing, chest pain, coughing, or coughing up blood. An arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) also may suggest that you h... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Pulmonary Embolism ?[/INST] Pulmonary embolism (PE) is diagnosed based on your medical history, a physical exam, and test results.
Doctors who treat patients in the emergency room often are the ones to diagnose PE with the help of a radiologist. A radiologist is a doctor who ... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Pulmonary Embolism ?[/INST] Pulmonary embolism (PE) is treated with medicines, procedures, and other therapies. The main goals of treating PE are to stop the blood clot from getting bigger and keep new clots from forming.
Treatment may include medicines to thin th... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Pulmonary Embolism ?[/INST] Preventing pulmonary embolism (PE) begins with preventing deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Knowing whether you're at risk for DVT and taking steps to lower your risk are important.
Exercise your lower leg muscles if you're sitting for a long time while t... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Aneurysm ?[/INST] An aneurysm (AN-u-rism) is a balloon-like bulge in an artery. Arteries are blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood to your body.
Arteries have thick walls to withstand normal blood pressure. However, certain medical problems, genetic conditions, and trauma ... |
<s> [INST] What causes Aneurysm ?[/INST] The force of blood pushing against the walls of an artery combined with damage or injury to the arterys walls can cause an aneurysm.
Many conditions and factors can damage and weaken the walls of the aorta and cause aortic aneurysms. Examples include aging, smok... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Aneurysm? ?[/INST] Certain factors put you at higher risk for an aortic aneurysm. These factors include:
Male gender. Men are more likely than women to have aortic aneurysms.
Age. The risk for abdominal aortic aneurysms increases as you get older. These an... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Aneurysm ?[/INST] The signs and symptoms of an aortic aneurysm depend on the type and location of the aneurysm. Signs and symptoms also depend on whether the aneurysm has ruptured (burst) or is affecting other parts of the body.
Aneurysms can develop and grow for yea... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Aneurysm ?[/INST] If you have an aortic aneurysm but no symptoms, your doctor may find it by chance during a routine physical exam. More often, doctors find aneurysms during tests done for other reasons, such as chest or abdominal pain.
If you have an abdominal aortic aneurys... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Aneurysm ?[/INST] Aortic aneurysms are treated with medicines and surgery. Small aneurysms that are found early and arent causing symptoms may not need treatment. Other aneurysms need to be treated.
The goals of treatment may include:
Preventing t... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Aneurysm ?[/INST] The best way to prevent an aortic aneurysm is to avoid the factors that put you at higher risk for one. You cant control all aortic aneurysm risk factors, but lifestyle changes can help you lower some risks.
For example, if you smoke, try to quit. Talk with y... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Pulmonary Hypertension ?[/INST] Pulmonary hypertension (PULL-mun-ary HI-per-TEN-shun), or PH, is increased pressure in the pulmonary arteries. These arteries carry blood from your heart to your lungs to pick up oxygen.
PH causes symptoms such as shortness of breath during routi... |
<s> [INST] What causes Pulmonary Hypertension ?[/INST] Pulmonary hypertension (PH) begins with inflammation and changes in the cells that line your pulmonary arteries. Other factors also can affect the pulmonary arteries and cause PH. For example, the condition may develop if:
The walls of the arteries... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Pulmonary Hypertension? ?[/INST] The exact number of people who have pulmonary hypertension (PH) isn't known.
Group 1 pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) without a known cause is rare. It affects women more often than men. People who have group 1 PAH tend to be overweigh... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Pulmonary Hypertension ?[/INST] Signs and symptoms of pulmonary hypertension (PH) may include:
Shortness of breath during routine activity, such as climbing two flights of stairs
Tiredness
Chest pain
A racing heartbe... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Pulmonary Hypertension ?[/INST] Your doctor will diagnose pulmonary hypertension (PH) based on your medical and family histories, a physical exam, and the results from tests and procedures.
PH can develop slowly. In fact, you may have it for years and not know it. This is bec... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Pulmonary Hypertension ?[/INST] Pulmonary hypertension (PH) has no cure. However, treatment may help relieve symptoms and slow the progress of the disease.
PH is treated with medicines, procedures, and other therapies. Treatment will depend on what type of PH you ... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Deep Vein Thrombosis ?[/INST] Espaol
Deep vein thrombosis (throm-BO-sis), or DVT, is a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in the body. Blood clots occur when blood thickens and clumps together.
Most deep vein blood clots occur in the lower leg or thigh. They ... |
<s> [INST] What causes Deep Vein Thrombosis ?[/INST] Blood clots can form in your body's deep veins if:
A vein's inner lining is damaged. Injuries caused by physical, chemical, or biological factors can damage the veins. Such factors include surgery, serious injuries, inflammation, and immune responses... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Deep Vein Thrombosis? ?[/INST] The risk factors for deep vein thrombosis (DVT) include:
A history of DVT.
Conditions or factors that make your blood thicker or more likely to clot than normal. Some inherited blood disorders (such as factor V Leiden) will d... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis ?[/INST] The signs and symptoms of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) might be related to DVT itself or pulmonary embolism (PE). See your doctor right away if you have signs or symptoms of either condition. Both DVT and PE can cause serious, possibly life-threatening pro... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Deep Vein Thrombosis ?[/INST] Your doctor will diagnose deep vein thrombosis (DVT) based on your medical history, a physical exam, and test results. He or she will identify your risk factors and rule out other causes of your symptoms.
For some people, DVT might not be diagnos... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Deep Vein Thrombosis ?[/INST] Doctors treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) with medicines and other devices and therapies. The main goals of treating DVT are to:
Stop the blood clot from getting bigger
Prevent the blood clot from breaking off and movi... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis ?[/INST] You can take steps to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). If you're at risk for these conditions:
See your doctor for regular checkups.
Take all medicines as your doctor prescribes.
Get... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Heart Palpitations ?[/INST] Palpitations (pal-pi-TA-shuns) are feelings that your heart is skipping a beat, fluttering, or beating too hard or too fast. You may have these feelings in your chest, throat, or neck. They can occur during activity or even when you're sitting still or lying down.
... |
<s> [INST] What causes Heart Palpitations ?[/INST] Many things can cause palpitations. You may have these feelings even when your heart is beating normally or somewhat faster than normal.
Most palpitations are harmless and often go away on their own. However, some palpitations are signs of a heart prob... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Heart Palpitations? ?[/INST] Some people may be more likely than others to have palpitations. People at increased risk include those who:
Have anxiety or panic attacks, or people who are highly stressed
Take certain medicines or stimulants
... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Heart Palpitations ?[/INST] Symptoms of palpitations include feelings that your heart is:
Skipping a beat
Fluttering
Beating too hard or too fast
You may have these feelings in your chest, throat, or neck. They can o... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Heart Palpitations ?[/INST] First, your doctor will want to find out whether your palpitations are harmless or related to a heart problem. He or she will ask about your symptoms and medical history, do a physical exam, and recommend several basic tests.
This information may p... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Heart Palpitations ?[/INST] Treatment for palpitations depends on their cause. Most palpitations are harmless and often go away on their own. In these cases, no treatment is needed.
Avoiding Triggers
Your palpitations may be harmless but bothersom... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Heart Palpitations ?[/INST] You can take steps to prevent palpitations. Try to avoid things that trigger them. For example:
Reduce anxiety and stress. Anxiety and stress (including panic attacks) are a common cause of harmless palpitations. Relaxation exercises, yoga or tai ch... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia ?[/INST] Bronchopulmonary (BRONG-ko-PUL-mo-NAR-e) dysplasia (dis-PLA-ze-ah), or BPD, is a serious lung condition that affects infants. BPD mostly affects premature infants who need oxygen therapy (oxygen given through nasal prongs, a mask, or a breathing tube).
... |
<s> [INST] What causes Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia ?[/INST] Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) develops as a result of an infant's lungs becoming irritated or inflamed.
The lungs of premature infants are fragile and often aren't fully developed. They can easily be irritated or injured within hours or days... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia? ?[/INST] The more premature an infant is and the lower his or her birth weight, the greater the risk of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD).
Most infants who develop BPD are born more than 10 weeks before their due dates, weigh less than 2 pounds (... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia ?[/INST] Many babies who develop bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) are born with serious respiratory distress syndrome (RDS). The signs and symptoms of RDS at birth are:
Rapid, shallow breathing
Sharp pulling in of the chest... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia ?[/INST] Infants who are born earlyusually more than 10 weeks before their due datesand still need oxygen therapy by the time they reach their original due dates are diagnosed with bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD).
BPD can be mild, moderate, or seve... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia ?[/INST] Preventive Measures
If your doctor thinks you're going to give birth too early, he or she may give you injections of a corticosteroid medicine.
The medicine can speed up surfactant production in your baby. Surfa... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia ?[/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 healthy d... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Cardiomyopathy ?[/INST] Cardiomyopathy refers to diseases of the heart muscle. These diseases have many causes, signs and symptoms, and treatments.
In cardiomyopathy, the heart muscle becomes enlarged, thick, or rigid. In rare cases, the muscle tissue in the heart is replaced w... |
<s> [INST] What causes Cardiomyopathy ?[/INST] Cardiomyopathy can be acquired or inherited. Acquired means you arent born with the disease, but you develop it due to another disease, condition, or factor.
Inherited means your parents passed the gene for the disease on to you. Researchers continue to lo... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Cardiomyopathy? ?[/INST] People of all ages and races can have cardiomyopathy. However, certain types of the disease are more common in certain groups.
Dilated cardiomyopathy is more common in African Americans than Whites. This type of the disease also is more common in m... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Cardiomyopathy ?[/INST] Some people who have cardiomyopathy never have signs or symptoms. Others don't have signs or symptoms in the early stages of the disease.
As cardiomyopathy worsens and the heart weakens, signs and symptoms of heart failure usually occur. These... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Cardiomyopathy ?[/INST] Your doctor will diagnose cardiomyopathy based on your medical and family histories, a physical exam, and the results from tests and procedures.
Specialists Involved
Often, a cardiologist or pediatric cardiologist diagnoses and treats ... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Cardiomyopathy ?[/INST] People who have cardiomyopathy but no signs or symptoms may not need treatment. Sometimes, dilated cardiomyopathy that comes on suddenly may go away on its own. For other people who have cardiomyopathy, treatment is needed. Treatment depends on the type of ... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Cardiomyopathy ?[/INST] You can't prevent inherited types of cardiomyopathy. However, you can take steps to lower your risk for diseases or conditions that may lead to or complicate cardiomyopathy. Examples includecoronary heart disease,high blood pressure, andheart attack.
Yo... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Aplastic Anemia ?[/INST] Aplastic anemia (a-PLAS-tik uh-NEE-me-uh) is a blood disorder in which the body's bone marrow doesn't make enough new blood cells. Bone marrow is a sponge-like tissue inside the bones. It makes stem cells that develop into red blood cells, white blood cells, and platele... |
<s> [INST] What causes Aplastic Anemia ?[/INST] Damage to the bone marrow's stem cells causes aplastic anemia. When stem cells are damaged, they don't grow into healthy blood cells.
The cause of the damage can be acquired or inherited. "Acquired" means you aren't born with the condition, but you develo... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Aplastic Anemia? ?[/INST] Aplastic anemia is a rare but serious blood disorder. People of all ages can develop aplastic anemia. However, it's most common in adolescents, young adults, and the elderly. Men and women are equally likely to have it.
The disorder is two to thre... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Aplastic Anemia ?[/INST] Lower than normal numbers of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets cause most of the signs and symptoms of aplastic anemia.
Signs and Symptoms of Low Blood Cell Counts
Red Blood Cells
... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Aplastic Anemia ?[/INST] Your doctor will diagnose aplastic anemia based on your medical and family histories, a physical exam, and test results.
Once your doctor knows the cause and severity of the condition, he or she can create a treatment plan for you.
Sp... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Aplastic Anemia ?[/INST] Treatments for aplastic anemia include blood transfusions, blood and marrow stem cell transplants, and medicines. These treatments can prevent or limit complications, relieve symptoms, and improve quality of life.
Blood and marrow stem cel... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Iron-Deficiency Anemia ?[/INST] Espaol
Iron-deficiency anemia is a common, easily treated condition that occurs if you don't have enough iron in your body. Low iron levels usually are due to blood loss, poor diet, or an inability to absorb enough iron from food.
... |
<s> [INST] What causes Iron-Deficiency Anemia ?[/INST] Not having enough iron in your body causes iron-deficiency anemia. Lack of iron usually is due to blood loss, poor diet, or an inability to absorb enough iron from food.
Blood Loss
When you lose blood, you lose iron. If you don't h... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Iron-Deficiency Anemia? ?[/INST] Infants and Young Children
Infants and young children need a lot of iron to grow and develop. The iron that full-term infants have stored in their bodies is used up in the first 4 to 6 months of life.
Premature and low-birt... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Iron-Deficiency Anemia ?[/INST] The signs and symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia depend on its severity. Mild to moderate iron-deficiency anemia may have no signs or symptoms.
When signs and symptoms do occur, they can range from mild to severe. Many of the signs and... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Iron-Deficiency Anemia ?[/INST] Your doctor will diagnose iron-deficiency anemia based on your medical history, a physical exam, and the results from tests and procedures.
Once your doctor knows the cause and severity of the condition, he or she can create a treatment plan fo... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Iron-Deficiency Anemia ?[/INST] Treatment for iron-deficiency anemia will depend on its cause and severity. Treatments may include dietary changes and supplements, medicines, and surgery.
Severe iron-deficiency anemia may require a blood transfusion, iron injectio... |
<s> [INST] How to prevent Iron-Deficiency Anemia ?[/INST] Eating a well-balanced diet that includes iron-rich foods may help you prevent iron-deficiency anemia.
Taking iron supplements also may lower your risk for the condition if you're not able to get enough iron from food. Large amounts of iron can ... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome ?[/INST] Antiphospholipid (AN-te-fos-fo-LIP-id) antibody syndrome (APS) is an autoimmune disorder. Autoimmune disorders occur if the body's immune system makes antibodies that attack and damage tissues or cells.
Antibodies are a type of protei... |
<s> [INST] What causes Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome ?[/INST] Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (APS) occurs if the body's immune system makes antibodies (proteins) that attack phospholipids.
Phospholipids are a type of fat found in all living cells and cell membranes, including blood cells and t... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome? ?[/INST] Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (APS) can affect people of any age. The disorder is more common in women than men, but it affects both sexes.
APS also is more common in people who have other autoimmune or rheumatic disorders,... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome ?[/INST] The signs and symptoms of antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (APS) are related to abnormal blood clotting. The outcome of a blood clot depends on its size and location.
Blood clots can form in, or travel to, the arteries or... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome ?[/INST] Your doctor will diagnose antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (APS) based on your medical history and the results from blood tests.
Specialists Involved
A hematologist often is involved in the care of people who have... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome ?[/INST] Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (APS) has no cure. However, medicines can help prevent complications. The goals of treatment are to prevent blood clots from forming and keep existing clots from getting larger.
You may... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Marfan Syndrome ?[/INST] Marfan syndrome is a condition in which your body's connective tissue is abnormal. Connective tissue helps support all parts of your body. It also helps control how your body grows and develops.
Marfan syndrome most often affects the connective tissue o... |
<s> [INST] What causes Marfan Syndrome ?[/INST] Marfan syndrome is a genetic disorder. A mutation, or change, in the gene that controls how the body makes fibrillin causes Marfan syndrome. Fibrillin is a protein that plays a major role in your body's connective tissue.
Most people who have Marfan syndr... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Marfan Syndrome? ?[/INST] People at highest risk for Marfan syndrome are those who have a family history of the condition. If you have Marfan syndrome, you have a 50 percent chance of passing the altered gene to each of your children.
Marfan syndrome affects about 1 out of... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Marfan Syndrome ?[/INST] Marfan syndrome can affect many parts of the body. As a result, the signs and symptoms of the disorder vary from person to person, even in the same family.
Marfan complications also vary, depending on how the condition affects your body. Marf... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Marfan Syndrome ?[/INST] Your doctor will diagnose Marfan syndrome based on your medical and family histories, a physical exam, and test results. He or she also will consult a set of guidelines called Ghent criteria, which are used to diagnose Marfan syndrome.
Marfan syndrome... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Marfan Syndrome ?[/INST] Marfan syndrome has no cure. However, treatments can help delay or prevent complications, especially when started early.
Marfan syndrome can affect many parts of your body, including your heart, bones and joints, eyes, nervous system, and ... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Respiratory Failure ?[/INST] Respiratory (RES-pih-rah-tor-e) failure is a condition in which not enough oxygen passes from your lungs into your blood. Your body's organs, such as your heart and brain, need oxygen-rich blood to work well.
Respiratory failure also can occur if yo... |
<s> [INST] What causes Respiratory Failure ?[/INST] Diseases and conditions that impair breathing can cause respiratory failure. These disorders may affect the muscles, nerves, bones, or tissues that support breathing, or they may affect the lungs directly.
When breathing is impaired, your lungs can't ... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Respiratory Failure? ?[/INST] People who have diseases or conditions that affect the muscles, nerves, bones, or tissues that support breathing are at risk for respiratory failure. People who have lung diseases or conditions also are at risk for respiratory failure. For more information, go... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Respiratory Failure ?[/INST] The signs and symptoms of respiratory failure depend on its underlying cause and the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood.
A low oxygen level in the blood can cause shortness of breath and air hunger (feeling like you can't br... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Respiratory Failure ?[/INST] Your doctor will diagnose respiratory failure based on your medical history, a physical exam, and test results. Once respiratory failure is diagnosed, your doctor will look for its underlying cause.
Medical History
Your doctor wil... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Respiratory Failure ?[/INST] Treatment for respiratory failure depends on whether the condition is acute (short-term) or chronic (ongoing) and its severity. Treatment also depends on the condition's underlying cause.
Acute respiratory failure can be a medical emer... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis ?[/INST] Pulmonary fibrosis (PULL-mun-ary fi-BRO-sis) is a disease in which tissue deep in your lungs becomes thick and stiff, or scarred, over time. The formation of scar tissue is called fibrosis.
As the lung tissue thickens, your lungs can't pro... |
<s> [INST] What causes Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis ?[/INST] Sometimes doctors can find out what is causing pulmonary fibrosis (lung scarring). For example, exposure to environmental pollutants and certain medicines can cause the disease.
Environmental pollutants include inorganic dust (silica and har... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis ?[/INST] The signs and symptoms of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) develop over time. They may not even begin to appear until the disease has done serious damage to your lungs. Once they occur, they're likely to get worse over time.
... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis ?[/INST] Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) causes the same kind of scarring and symptoms as some other lung diseases. This makes it hard to diagnose.
Seeking medical help as soon as you have symptoms is important. If possible, seek care from a ... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis ?[/INST] Doctors may prescribe medicines, oxygen therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation (PR), and lung transplant to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).
Medicines
Currently, no medicines are proven to slow the progr... |
<s> [INST] What is (are) Stroke ?[/INST] A stroke occurs if the flow of oxygen-rich blood to a portion of the brain is blocked. Without oxygen, brain cells start to die after a few minutes. Sudden bleeding in the brain also can cause a stroke if it damages brain cells.
If brain cells die or are damaged... |
<s> [INST] What causes Stroke ?[/INST] Ischemic Stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack
An ischemic stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA) occurs if an artery that supplies oxygen-rich blood to the brain becomes blocked. Many medical conditions can increase the risk of ischemic stroke or TIA.
... |
<s> [INST] Who is at risk for Stroke? ?[/INST] Certain traits, conditions, and habits can raise your risk of having a stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). These traits, conditions, and habits are known as risk factors.
The more risk factors you have, the more likely you are to have a stroke. You ... |
<s> [INST] What are the symptoms of Stroke ?[/INST] The signs and symptoms of a stroke often develop quickly. However, they can develop over hours or even days.
The type of symptoms depends on the type of stroke and the area of the brain thats affected. How long symptoms last and how severe they are va... |
<s> [INST] How to diagnose Stroke ?[/INST] Your doctor will diagnose a stroke based on your signs and symptoms, your medical history, a physical exam, and test results.
Your doctor will want to find out the type of stroke youve had, its cause, the part of the brain that's affected, and whether you have... |
<s> [INST] What are the treatments for Stroke ?[/INST] Treatment for a stroke depends on whether it is ischemic or hemorrhagic. Treatment for a transient ischemic attack (TIA) depends on its cause, how much time has passed since symptoms began, and whether you have other medical conditions.
Strokes and... |
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