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How does herpes simplex virus (HSV) lead to cold sores?
You usually catch HSV when you come into contact with people or things that carry the virus. For instance, you can get it from kissing someone who's infected or when you share eating utensils, towels, or razors.
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What can happen if I get cold sores?
The symptoms are usually the most severe the first you time you get cold sores. Sometimes kids who are affected may become seriously ill. After the first time you get cold sores, your body may develop antibodies, and you'll never have another infection. About 40% of U. S. adults, though, get repeated cold sores.
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What causes cold sores?
There are two types of herpes simplex virus that can cause cold sores: HSV type 1 and HSV type 2. Cold sores are usually caused by HSV type 1.
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Who gets cold sores?
Just about everyone. Up to 90 percent of all people get at least one cold sore in their life.
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How can herpes simplex virus (HSV) cause cold sores?
Both HSV type 1 and type 2 can cause sores on your genitals. They can be spread by oral sex. Genital herpes is usually caused by HSV type 2. You may get cold sores as late as 20 days after you came into contact with the virus. Once the virus enters your body, the cold sore may appear near the part it entered. About 2 d...
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How can I protect others from cold sores?
Some things can trigger an outbreak, such as: Eating certain foods Stress Fever Colds Allergies Sunburns Menstruation To protect other people, when you have cold sores, don't: Kiss anyone Share forks, knives, spoons, glasses, towels, lip balm, or razors Have oral sex
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How can physical therapy help with joint pain?
This is used to treat osteoarthritis You can work with a physical therapist to strengthen the muscles around the joint, stabilize the joint, and improve your range of motion. The therapist will use techniques such as ultrasound, heat or cold therapy, electrical nerve stimulation, and manipulation. If you are overweight...
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Do chronic allergies ever go away?
Some people, most often children, may outgrow an allergy completely. Others find that with age, their allergy symptoms lighten up. That may be because the immune system can weaken with age, and perhaps can't muster as strong a reaction to the allergen. But as an adult, once you have an allergy, it usually doesn't go aw...
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Why do teething babies have rashes?
Lots of drooling can sometimes create a rash around your child's mouth, but one that spreads to cover his torso, arms, or legs could be caused by an illness.
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How much fussiness is normal for a teething baby?
The phrase “cutting a tooth” makes it sound like your little one will have severe, stabbing pain, but teething pain is pretty mild. A bit of extra fussiness is normal. But if your baby cries so much that she can't sleep or be consoled, see your doctor.
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How is a hydrocele treated?
If a hydrocele is very large or causing pain, surgery can usually correct it. Injecting a special material through the scrotal wall can sometimes fix hydroceles without surgery.
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How is testicular cancer treated?
Cancer that has not spread from the testicle can be cured by orchiectomy, a surgery to remove the testicle. If it has spread outside the testicle testicular cancer treatments may include surgery to remove the abdominal lymph nodes, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or a combination of the three.
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What is orchitis?
Orchitis is an inflammation of one or both testicles caused by infection or the mumps. It can also be caused by STDs like gonorrhea and chlamydia.
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What can I do to prevent testicular disease?
There is no proven way to prevent testicular cancer. This is why early detection is so important. Experts recommend that all young men perform a testicular self-exam monthly.
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What are common signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion?
The most common signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion include: Confusion Dark-colored urine (a sign of dehydration) Dizziness Fainting Fatigue Headache Muscle or abdominal cramps Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea Pale skin Profuse sweating Rapid heartbeat If you, or anyone else, has symptoms of heat exhaustion, it's essent...
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What is the treatment for heat exhaustion?
The most common signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion include: Confusion Dark-colored urine (a sign of dehydration) Dizziness Fainting Fatigue Headache Muscle or abdominal cramps Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea Pale skin Profuse sweating Rapid heartbeat If you, or anyone else, has symptoms of heat exhaustion, it's essent...
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What are other risk factors associated with heat-related illness?
Other risk factors associated with heat-related illness include: Age. Infants and children up to age 4, and adults over age 65, are particularly vulnerable because they adjust to heat more slowly than other people. Certain health conditions. These include heart, lung, or kidney disease, obesity or underweight, high blo...
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What is step 2 in a laparoscopic total abdominal colectomy?
Your surgeon will carefully free the colon in sections, starting with the rectum and sigmoid colon, and finishing with the ascending (right) colon. He will also cut and close the main blood vessels (arteries) that supply blood to the colon throughout the surgery. During the procedure, the surgeon will use a paddle-like...
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When might a pediatric palliative care team be recommended?
If palliative care services are not recommended at diagnosis, a doctor may recommend them, or parents can request them, if one of the following occurs: A first treatment is unsuccessful Symptoms worsen or prior symptoms recur Parents are being asked to make increasingly difficult decisions Parents feel they need additi...
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What do you do if there is not a pediatric palliative care team available at your child's hospital?
If pediatric palliative care is not available at your child's hospital, primary caregivers can perform some palliative tasks. Families may ask their primary doctor if it is possible to be referred to an outside facility for palliative care services.
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What should I ask my doctor after I've been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis?
Questions to ask your doctor after your diagnosis of multiple sclerosis: What kind of multiple sclerosis do I have? Could anything else be causing my symptoms? Will I have new symptoms? Will they get worse over time? What can I do at home to manage my symptoms? What drugs and other treatments do you recommend for me? H...
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What causes breast density?
Things that affect your breast density include: Age: Young women tend to have denser breasts than older women. Most women's breasts lose density as they age, though not always. Heredity: If your mother had dense breasts, you probably will, too. Menopause: Most women's breasts become more fatty after they go through men...
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Which women are more like to have dense breasts?
Women over age 40 are about evenly split between having dense and non-dense breasts, with most falling into one of the middle two categories (scattered or heterogeneous density.) Only about 10% of women have breasts that are either mostly fatty or extremely dense.
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How is breast density measured?
Measuring the density of your breasts is not an exact science. It's a judgment made by your radiologist. Based on what they see on the X-ray, they assign your breasts to one of four categories: Mostly fatty: Breasts have the least amount of fibrous tissue. Scattered areas of density: Most of the breast is fat, but some...
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How is an ultrasound used to screen for breast density?
Ultrasound : Technicians use sound waves to make images of the inside of the breast.
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How is a digital breast tomosynthesis used to screen for breast density?
Digital breast tomosynthesis ( DBT): This is a special kind of mammogram that takes pictures from different angles and puts them together to produce a 3- D image.
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What are some of the early symptoms of a stroke?
That's what leads to the first symptoms you have, which can seem like some part of your brain quickly went offline. You might be grabbing milk from the fridge and suddenly your face feels funny. Or sitting at your desk and realize you can't budge your arm to answer the phone. Or you're in the middle of a sentence when ...
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Is research still being done on the effectiveness of immunotherapy for treating cancer?
Several immunotherapy drugs have been approved to fight cancer, and hundreds more are being tested in clinical trials (research studies that use volunteers to test new medicines). If immunotherapy seems like the best way to fight your cancer, your doctor may know of a clinical trial you can join.
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Should I ask my doctor if immunotherapy is right to treat my cancer?
Immunotherapy drugs help your immune system work harder or make it easier for it to find and get rid of cancer cells. Several immunotherapy drugs have been approved to fight cancer, and hundreds more are being tested in clinical trials (research studies that use volunteers to test new medicines). If immunotherapy seems...
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Can immunotherapy work when other cancer treatments don't?
There are many reasons your doctor might think immunotherapy is a good choice for you: Immunotherapy may work when other treatments don't. Some cancers (like skin cancer) don't respond well to radiation or chemotherapy but start to go away after immunotherapy.
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Will my body get used to the immunotherapy used to treat my cancer?
Over time, immunotherapy may stop having an effect on your cancer cells. This means that even if it works at first, your tumor could start to grow again.
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Is immunotherapy a quick fix to treat my cancer?
In some cases, immunotherapy takes longer to work than other treatments. Your cancer may not go away quickly.
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How will I know if immunotherapy is right for treating my cancer?
If your doctor suggests immunotherapy to fight your cancer, there's a lot to talk to them about before you decide if it's right for you.
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How is a hernia diagnosed?
A physical exam by your health care provider is often enough to diagnose a hernia. Sometimes hernia swelling is visible when you stand upright; usually, the hernia can be felt if you place your hand directly over it and then bear down. Ultrasound may be used to see a femoral hernia, and abdominal X-rays may be ordered ...
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What are the treatments for a hernia?
In babies, umbilical hernias may heal themselves within four years, making surgery unnecessary. For all others, the standard treatment is conventional hernia-repair surgery (called herniorrhaphy).
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What medical problems should you tell your doctor about before using alprostadil?
If you are allergic to any other substances such as drugs, foods, preservatives, or dyes If you take any prescription or over-the-counter drugs including herbal and dietary supplements If you have a penile implant If you have a history of priapism (a painful and prolonged erection not linked to sexual stimulation) Also...
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How does alprostadil treat erectile dysfunction (ED)?
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Who shouldn't take alprostadil for erectile dysfunction (ED)?
This drug is not right for everyone. Before you take it, tell your doctor: If you have ever had an allergic reaction to alprostadil.
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How do I use the alprostadil suppository?
The small amount of urine left in the urethra will help dissolve the suppository. The suppository is about half the size of a grain of rice. You'll insert it into the urethra (the opening at the end of the penis) using a plastic applicator. You can use a small amount of lubricant like KY Jelly or Astroglide to help you...
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How do I know which form of alprostadil is right for me?
Choosing between the injection and suppository is a personal choice. Talk to your doctor about the pros and cons. For example, the injection may be more painful, but it's more effective than the suppository.
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What are good sleep habits if you have a lot of stress?
Getting a good night's sleep can help you fight stress the next day. Go for at least 7 hours a night. Try these tips if you're having trouble: Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day -- even on the weekends. Avoid caffeine after 3 p.m. and alcohol close to bedtime. If you take naps, do so early in the d...
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How much exercise do I need to do to lower stress?
To get your heart rate up with an aerobic exercise: Walk Cycle Swim Just 20 minutes a day will help calm your mind and lower stress hormones. Exercise also boosts endorphins, brain chemicals that improve your mood. Even light exercise can relax you, though harder workouts offer greater health rewards. Check with your d...
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What is guided imagery for stress?
This technique has the same relaxation benefits of deep breathing. Here's how it works: Sit somewhere quiet and picture yourself in a calm and peaceful place, such as a beach. Imagine walking through this place and taking in its sights, sounds, and smells. While your imagination is working, breathe slowly and deeply. K...
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How can I learn guided imagery to help with stress management?
To get started, you can search online for podcasts that will talk you through the process. Nurses, counselors, therapists, or other professionals can also help you learn how to do this on your own.
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Is meditation good for stress?
This ancient practice relaxes your mind and the body. For several minutes each day, sit quietly and comfortably. While you do this, focus your mind on one of these things: Your breathing An object A specific word or phrase (mantra) As thoughts and distractions intrude, gently push them away. Return to your focus. You c...
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What should you know about seizures in children?
Here is a simplified explanation: Your brain is made up of billions of nerve cells called neurons, which communicate with one another through tiny electrical impulses. A seizure occurs when a large number of the cells send out an electrical charge at the same time. This abnormal and intense wave of electricity overwhel...
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What should you know about diagnosing seizures in children?
Nobody misses a grand mal (generalized tonic-clonic) seizure," says William R. Turk, MD, chief of the Neurology Division at the Nemours Children's Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida. " You can't help but notice when a person falls to the ground, shakes, and sleeps for three hours." But absence or staring seizures may go u...
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What are the long-term effects of seizures on the brain?
In the past, most scientists thought that seizures did not cause any damage to the brain, attributing brain damage in an individual to an underlying illness. Now, however, some doubts are beginning to emerge. Solomon L. Moshe, MD, director of Clinical Neurophysiology and Child Neurology at the Albert Einstein College o...
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What are some dangerous seizures in children?
Status epilepticus is more common among people with epilepsy, but about one-third of the people who develop the condition have never had a seizure before. The risks of status epilepticus increase the longer the seizure goes on, which is why you should always get emergency medical help if a seizure lasts more than five ...
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How are seizures in children diagnosed?
Diagnosing a seizure can be tricky. Seizures are over so quickly that your doctor probably will never see your child having one. The first thing a doctor needs to do is rule out other conditions, such as nonepileptic seizures. These may resemble seizures, but are often caused by other factors such as drops in blood sug...
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What research is being done on seizures in children?
The research into the genetics of seizures is helping experts discover the particular ways different types of seizures occur. Eventually, this may lead to tailored treatments for each type of seizure that causes epilepsy.
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How should I tell my family about my melanoma diagnosis?
Who you tell about your diagnosis is completely up to you. When you're deciding, it helps to keep some things in mind: If you have melanoma, it means your parents, siblings, and children have a higher risk for skin cancer, too. So your information could help them protect their own health. If you have kids, you can tell...
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How can I be sure that my melanoma diagnosis is true?
Melanoma can be tricky to diagnose and to treat. You don't have to take your doctor's word as the final say on either of them. Think about asking another specialist to confirm the diagnosis and to discuss your options for treatment.
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When should I tell my family about my melanoma diagnosis and how much should I tell them?
Don't let yourself be rushed. You can decide if and when you're ready to reveal information. It's OK to put limits on how much you say.
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Where can I find information on melanoma?
Your doctor is a good starting point for information, but you can also look up support networks and online message boards. Be sure you're looking at information from reliable, well-known groups, though. Also, keep in mind that what some people went through with melanoma may not happen to you.
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Why is early diagnosis of osteosarcoma important?
Treatment works best when it's started before the cancer spreads beyond the bones to other tissues or organs. Most tumors are found early because kids speak up about pain or parents notice swelling or a limp. So let the doctor know about warning signs like these as soon as possible.
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What treatments are available for osteosarcoma?
There are different kinds of treatment for osteosarcoma. It depends on several things, such as where the tumor is, how fast it's growing, and whether it has spread. Age and overall health are also factored in. Most people with osteosarcoma need both surgery and chemotherapy. Some also get radiation therapy.
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When is treatment for osteosarcoma most effective?
Treatment works best when it's started before the cancer spreads beyond the bones to other tissues or organs. Most tumors are found early because kids speak up about pain or parents notice swelling or a limp. So let the doctor know about warning signs like these as soon as possible.
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What causes osteosarcoma?
The condition stems from an error in your child's DNA, or genetic code. Bone-growing cells make osteosarcoma tumors by mistake. Teenagers who are having a “growth spurt” are most likely to get it, and taller kids may be more at risk. There may also be a link between the speed of the growth spurt and tumor developme...
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What are the warning signs of osteosarcoma?
Warning signs include: Swelling or lumps around bones or the ends of bones. Bone or joint pain or soreness. This pain may come and go for months. Broken bones that don't seem to be caused by normal events like a fall. Your child may have pain at night or after he plays or exercises. He might get a limp if osteosarcoma ...
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How is chemotherapy used to treat osteosarcoma?
“ Chemo” uses powerful medications to kill cancer cells or stop them from growing. You usually get them through an IV tube. Doctors treat most osteosarcomas with chemo. Your child's doctor will talk with you about the timing of the chemo and surgery. Chemo may shrink the tumor, which makes surgery easier. It also g...
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What does a biopsy for osteosarcoma entail?
If your doctor sees signs of the disease on imaging tests, your child may need a biopsy. A surgeon will take a small sample of bone or tissue from a painful or swollen area. This test may show cancer cells in the bone, or if cancer cells have spread to muscles or other areas around the bone.
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Who is most likely to get osteosarcoma?
Osteosarcoma, sometimes called osteogenic sarcoma, is the most common kind of bone cancer in children and teens. It can affect adults, too, but teenage boys are most likely to get it.
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What should I do if my child has symptoms of osteosarcoma?
Tell your doctor about these symptoms right away. Your child may need to be tested to see if cancer is causing the pain, swelling, or breaks.
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Can I get herpes through oral sex?
Oral herpes, which causes sores on the mouth (known as cold sores of fever blisters), can be passed to the genitals through oral sex.
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What should I do if my partner has symptoms of genital herpes?
If you know your partner has genital herpes, always abstain from sex when symptoms are present. Or, if you see a sore on someone's genitals, don't have sex with that person until you're sure he or she doesn't have genital herpes. Remember, not everyone with genital herpes has symptoms, and herpes sores can be very hard...
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How can I be sure not to get genital herpes?
The only way to be 100% certain you won't get a sexually transmitted disease is to have just one sex partner who has no STDs -- and only if both of you stay monogamous.
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Will condoms help keep me from getting herpes?
A latex condom may protect you from the herpes virus if it covers the infected area.
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What is an posterior wall prolapse?
“ Posterior” means back. These prolapses happen when the tissue between your vagina and rectum (the end of your large bowel) stretches or separates from the bones in your pelvis. There are two kinds of posterior wall prolapse: Rectocele. Doctors also call this a “rectal wall prolapse.” It happens when your rect...
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What is an apical prolapse?
“ Apical” means near the apex, or top. There are three kinds of apical prolapse: Enterocele. If you have this, it means your small intestine has dropped down and is bulging into the upper part of the back wall of your vagina. This can also happen at the top of your vagina, where the intestine sits on top and sinks ...
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What is an anterior vaginal wall prolapse?
“ Anterior” means front. An anterior prolapse can happen if you've had your uterus taken out (hysterectomy). There are two types of prolapses that can occur in the front side of your vagina, and they're the most common kinds of pelvic organ prolapse. They are: Bladder. This is also called a “cystocele.” It happ...
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Do I need professional help with grieving?
Doctors call this “complicated grief.” Talk to your doctor if you have any of the following: Trouble keeping up your normal routine, like going to work and cleaning the house Feelings of depression Thoughts that life isn't worth living, or of harming yourself Any inability to stop blaming yourself A therapist can h...
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Does everyone go through the stages of grief?
Every person goes through these phases in his or her own way. You may go back and forth between them, or skip one or more stages altogether.
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When should you talk to the doctor about grief?
In some cases, grief doesn't get better. You may not be able to accept the loss. Doctors call this “complicated grief.” Talk to your doctor if you have any of the following: Trouble keeping up your normal routine, like going to work and cleaning the house Feelings of depression Thoughts that life isn't worth living...
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What are tips to come to terms with a loss and healthily grieve?
Instead, try these things to help you come to terms with your loss and begin to heal: Give yourself time. Accept your feelings and know that grieving is a process. Talk to others. Spend time with friends and family. Don't isolate yourself. Take care of yourself. Exercise regularly, eat well, and get enough sleep to sta...
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What is the denial and anger phase of grief?
Doctors have identified five common stages of grief: Denial: When you first learn of a loss, it's normal to think, “ This isn't happening.” You may feel shocked or numb. This is a temporary way to deal with the rush of overwhelming emotion. It's a defense mechanism. Anger: As reality sets in, you're faced with the ...
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What are the bargaining, depression, and acceptance stages of grief?
Bargaining: During this stage, you dwell on what you could've done to prevent the loss. Common thoughts are “ If only…” and “ What if…” You may also try to strike a deal with a higher power. Depression: Sadness sets in as you begin to understand the loss and its effect on your life. Signs of depression incl...
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What are warnings about children and adolescents using antidepressant medicines?
Note: The FDA has determined that antidepressant medications can increase the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children and adolescents with depression and other psychiatric disorders. If you have questions or concerns, discuss them with your health care provider.
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Where can you find a holistic provider?
This may include diet, exercise, psychotherapy, relationship and spiritual counseling, and more Complementary and alternative therapies such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, homeopathy, massage therapy, naturopathy, and others Western medications and surgical procedures Holistic providers may include medical doctors,...
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What are the principles of holistic medicine?
Holistic medicine is also based on the belief that unconditional love and support is the most powerful healer and a person is ultimately responsible for his or her own health and well-being. Other principles of holistic medicine include the following: All people have innate healing powers. The patient is a person, not ...
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What are some tips when choosing a holistic provider?
Here are some tips to keep in mind when choosing a holistic provider: Don't go to just anyone. As with all professionals, there are those who are good at their jobs and those who are not as good. Before choosing a holistic medicine doctor, get a recommendation from someone you trust, or contact a credible health organi...
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How can you treat pain all over your body from multiple sclerosis?
Treatment: Your doctor will consider what kind of medicine you need. You might take a pain reliever like acetaminophen or use a skin gel with a pain reliever like lidocaine. Your doctor could prescribe medications for seizures or depression. They affect how your central nervous system reacts to pain. You can also try w...
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What is the treatment for muscle pain from multiple sclerosis?
Treatment: Your doctor may recommend pain relievers and drugs to ease muscle spasms. Even Botox shots can help by temporarily paralyzing a muscle or nerve. Stretches and range-of-motion exercises may also help.
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What are specific methods for helping to deal with pain from multiple sclerosis?
Those might include: Drugs that also treat depression Botox to relax certain muscles in your head You may want to ask your doctor about other methods, like hypnosis, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy, in which you learn new ways to respond to problems. It's also important to reach out to your loved ones. So...
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What is the treatment for all-over pain from multiple sclerosis?
Treatment: Your doctor will consider what kind of medicine you need. You might take a pain reliever like acetaminophen or use a skin gel with a pain reliever like lidocaine. Your doctor could prescribe medications for seizures or depression. They affect how your central nervous system reacts to pain. You can also try w...
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What is the treatment for back and bone pain from multiple sclerosis?
Treatment: You can work with a physical therapist. Also try massage and heat. Practice meditation, tai chi, or yoga. Over-the-counter pain-relievers like ibuprofen and aspirin can help.
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What can you do to treat multiple sclerosis pain?
Those might include: Drugs that also treat depression Botox to relax certain muscles in your head You may want to ask your doctor about other methods, like hypnosis, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy, in which you learn new ways to respond to problems. It's also important to reach out to your loved ones. So...
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What is multiple sclerosis pain like in your neck?
You may feel a brief shock when you nod your head forward. It can travel down your spine and into your arms and legs.
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How is multiple sclerosis pain treated in your back and bones?
Treatment: You can work with a physical therapist. Also try massage and heat. Practice meditation, tai chi, or yoga. Over-the-counter pain-relievers like ibuprofen and aspirin can help.
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How is multiple sclerosis pain in your muscles treated?
Treatment: Your doctor may recommend pain relievers and drugs to ease muscle spasms. Even Botox shots can help by temporarily paralyzing a muscle or nerve. Stretches and range-of-motion exercises may also help.
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What is multiple sclerosis pain like all over your body?
Your feet, legs, and arms might burn and ache. In the early stages of the disease, you might feel a tightness around your belly or chest that gets worse at night, after exercise, or with changes in temperature.
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How can you treat multiple sclerosis pain on your face?
Treatment: Your doctor may prescribe anti-seizure drugs. If your case is severe and medicine doesn't help, you may need minor surgery to block those pain pathways.
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How is multiple sclerosis pain in your neck treated?
Treatment: The simplest, most effective treatment is to wear a soft neck collar to hold your head steady. Your doctor may prescribe an anti-seizure drug.
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What is multiple sclerosis pain like in your muscles?
You may be gripped by a sudden spasm, in which your arm tightens, your hand claws at the air, or your leg kicks out. These painful movements generally happen in the later stages of MS. Triggers include touch, movement, and emotion.
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What is the treatment for face or head pain from multiple sclerosis?
Treatment: Your doctor may prescribe anti-seizure drugs. If your case is severe and medicine doesn't help, you may need minor surgery to block those pain pathways.
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What is the treatment for aching head pain caused by multiple sclerosis?
Treatment: Talk to your doctor or a headache specialist about the best medications. Those might include: Drugs that also treat depression Botox to relax certain muscles in your head You may want to ask your doctor about other methods, like hypnosis, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy, in which you learn new ...
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Does multiple sclerosis cause pain throughout the body?
Your feet, legs, and arms might burn and ache. In the early stages of the disease, you might feel a tightness around your belly or chest that gets worse at night, after exercise, or with changes in temperature. It's called the “ MS hug.” It could make surprising things uncomfortable, such as the feel of your bedcov...
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Where does the pain from multiple sclerosis come from?
The pain can affect different places in your body. It depends on the cause: Damage to the neurons in your brain and spine Aches in your bones, joints, and muscles Lots of things affect what you feel, including how long you've had MS, your age, and how active you are.
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Does multiple sclerosis cause muscle pain?
You may be gripped by a sudden spasm, in which your arm tightens, your hand claws at the air, or your leg kicks out. These painful movements generally happen in the later stages of MS. Triggers include touch, movement, and emotion.
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How is multiple sclerosis pain in your head treated?
Treatment: Talk to your doctor or a headache specialist about the best medications. Those might include: Drugs that also treat depression Botox to relax certain muscles in your head You may want to ask your doctor about other methods, like hypnosis, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy, in which you learn new ...