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How should I take calcium channel blockers?
Follow the label directions on how often to take it. The number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and how long you need to take the medicine will depend on the type of medication prescribed and on your condition. Avoid grapefruit juice while taking these medications, because grapefruit prevent...
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What foods and medicines should I avoid if I take a calcium channel blocker?
Most calcium channel blockers can be taken with food or milk; however, ask your doctor. Avoid grapefruit juice while taking these medications, because grapefruit prevents the breakdown of the drug in the body. Do not drink alcohol while taking a calcium channel blocker. Alcohol interferes with the effects of the drug a...
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What prescription drugs can help stop a migraine before it starts?
To do that, your doctor may consider these types of prescription drugs. Beta-blockers. These relax your blood vessels. Your doctor may suggest metoprolol ( Lopressor, Toprol XL) or propranolol ( Inderal, Innopran XL). Botulinum toxin ( Botox). A doctor can inject small amounts around your face and scalp every 3 months ...
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How do doctors diagnose an inguinal hernia?
You could have a direct inguinal hernia if you: Hurt when you cough, bend, or lift something heavy Feel pressure or weakness in your groin Have swelling around your testicles You may be able to gently push the bump back up into your abdomen to relieve some of the discomfort. He'll probably ask you to stand and cough. T...
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How can forskolin help with weight loss and muscle building?
After 12 weeks, they lost more body fat and had a greater increase in testosterone levels compared to similar men taking a placebo. But more research must be done to confirm these results and establish its safety. Some research supports that. In a small study, patients who took forskolin through an IV showed improved h...
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What happens during a cystoscopy?
Flexible cystoscope. The doctor will help you find a comfortable position. The scope goes through the urethra and into your bladder. When your bladder is full of water, it stretches. This lets the doctor see your entire bladder wall. They'll ask you how it feels when it's full.
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What is cystoscopy?
You might also hear it called a cystourethroscopy or, more simply, a bladder scope. If you're a man, the opening is at the end of your penis. The test lets your doctor check the complete length of your urethra and the bladder for polyps, narrow areas called strictures, abnormal growths, and other problems.
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How does the cystoscopy test work?
They have lights and cameras that let your doctor examine the interior of your urinary tract. There are two types of cystoscopes: a standard rigid cystoscope and a flexible cystoscope. The choice of which scope to use depends on the purpose of the exam. You'll lie on your back with your knees up and apart. They'll clea...
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How long does a cystoscopy take?
The procedure generally takes about 15 to 20 minutes. They'll call this a biopsy or tissue sample.
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Can medicine for pain cause stomach problems?
But some can upset your stomach or cause other trouble with your digestive system. If you have issues like this, talk with your doctor. She might suggest something else or suggest you change your dose. Powerful opioid painkillers, like oxycodone or hydrocodone, can make you feel nauseous or have constipation, belly cra...
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Can antibiotics affect your stomach?
But some can upset your stomach or cause other trouble with your digestive system. Doctors use these to clear up infections caused by bacteria, but some people have nausea, diarrhea, and gas when they take them.
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Which pain medicines cause rebound headaches?
Some examples of drugs that can cause rebound headaches are: Aspirin Acetaminophen Sleeping pills Ibuprofen Naproxen Codeine and prescription pain relievers Medicines that contain caffeine Migraine drugs called triptans The best way to treat rebound headaches is to not take the medicine anymore. Take over-the-counter o...
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What can you do to treat headaches from nitrates?
Don't try to treat yourself. Certain medicines that are used to treat migraines, such as triptans, may be unsafe to take when you have a heart condition. If you get headaches when you take HRT, discuss it with your doctor.
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Can nitrates cause headaches?
Headaches are a common side effect of nitrates. You can get a mild to moderate headache soon after you take the medicine, or you might get an intense migraine about 3 to 6 hours later. You may also have nausea, vomiting, or sensitivity to light. Your headaches may go away as your body gets used to the medicine. Certain...
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What drugs treat psychotic disorders?
Antipsychotics are a class of drugs used commonly to treat psychotic disorders -- conditions in which thinking can be irrational, and people have false beliefs (delusions) or perceptions (hallucinations) -- and sometimes to treat mood disorders such as bipolar disorder or major depression. Different antipsychotics vary...
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What are some of the most common drugs to treat mental illness?
Some of the most commonly used are antidepressants, anti-anxiety, anti-psychotic, mood stabilizing, and stimulant medications. Many drugs used to treat mental disorders in adults are also used to treat the same illnesses in children.
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What does testicular cancer mean?
The scrotum is located behind the penis. This type of cancer, although relatively rare, mostly affects men between ages 15 and 35 (although it can affect males at any age), and in a man's 60s. Many times, changes in the testicles are not cancer. When testicular cancer is present, the testicle typically is removed.
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How can someone prevent testicular cancer?
To do a self-exam, follow these steps. Do the exam after a warm shower or bath. The warmth relaxes the skin of the scrotum, making it easier to feel for anything unusual. Use both hands to examine each testicle. Place your index and middle fingers underneath the testicle and your thumbs on top. Roll the testicle betwee...
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What should I expect when I go to the doctor for testicular cancer?
After a while, you will know how your testicles feel and will be more alert to any changes. The doctor will feel the scrotum for lumps. Samples of blood and urine may be taken for testing. An ultrasound exam of the scrotum and its contents may be performed. ( Ultrasound is a painless test that creates images by using h...
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What should I expect if testicular cancer is found in me?
Testicular cancer is a malignant tumor in a testicle. In most men, removing the testicle should not lead to problems with having children or sex. The remaining testicle will continue making sperm and the male hormone testosterone. To re-establish a normal appearance, a man may be able to have a testicular prosthesis su...
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What happens when testicular cancer is present?
Testicular cancer is a malignant tumor in a testicle. In most men, removing the testicle should not lead to problems with having children or sex. The remaining testicle will continue making sperm and the male hormone testosterone. To re-establish a normal appearance, a man may be able to have a testicular prosthesis su...
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How can I decrease the chances of developing diabetic retinopathy?
In people with diabetes, high blood sugar damages the walls of the small blood vessels in the eye, altering their structure and function. Studies have shown that maintaining near-normal blood sugar can decrease the chance of developing retinopathy and can help keep existing retinopathy from getting worse. Your doctor c...
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What is neovascularization?
In people with diabetes, high blood sugar damages the walls of the small blood vessels in the eye, altering their structure and function. These fragile vessels can bleed, creating vision-impairing hemorrhages, scar tissue, and separation of the retina from the back of the eye (retinal detachment). The new vessels can a...
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Are there drugs or surgeries that can prevent diabetic retinopathy?
Your doctor can provide you with guidelines that may include insulin and other medications, dietary modifications, and exercise. Depending on the severity of your diabetes and related complications, you may also want to discuss the options of pancreas and kidney transplants, which may protect against retinopathy.
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How does laser treatment for diabetic retinopathy work?
You may have to wait several months to find out if this treatment is improving your condition. Depending on the severity of your diabetes and related complications, you may also want to discuss the options of pancreas and kidney transplants, which may protect against retinopathy.
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How can I decrease the chances of diabetic retinopathy?
You may have to wait several months to find out if this treatment is improving your condition. Your doctor can provide you with guidelines that may include insulin and other medications, dietary modifications, and exercise.
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Are there any complications of treatment for diabetic retinopathy?
In people with diabetes, high blood sugar damages the walls of the small blood vessels in the eye, altering their structure and function. Rare complications of treatment may include blurred vision, headache, glaucoma, difficulty seeing in the dark, decreased peripheral and color vision, and bleeding. In most cases when...
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What happens in an eye exam for diabetic retinopathy?
When you visit an ophthalmologist, he or she will question you about your medical history and vision and will ask you to read an eye chart. Treatment for diabetic retinopathy should involve both a medical doctor and an ophthalmologist. You or your child has been diagnosed with diabetes and you have not discussed retino...
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What causes diabetic retinopathy?
A test called fluorescein angiography can reveal changes in the structure and function of the retinal blood vessels. The vitreous fluid is then replaced with a substitute fluid.
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What treatments are available for diabetic retinopathy?
Your doctor can provide you with guidelines that may include insulin and other medications, dietary modifications, and exercise. Depending on the severity of your diabetes and related complications, you may also want to discuss the options of pancreas and kidney transplants, which may protect against retinopathy.
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Does pregnancy affect diabetic retinopathy?
In people with diabetes, high blood sugar damages the walls of the small blood vessels in the eye, altering their structure and function. Your doctor can provide you with guidelines that may include insulin and other medications, dietary modifications, and exercise. You experience either gradual or sudden loss of visio...
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What causes advanced diabetic retinopathy?
In advanced cases, the retina is robbed of its blood supply and grows new, but defective, vessels -- a process called neovascularization. These fragile vessels can bleed, creating vision-impairing hemorrhages, scar tissue, and separation of the retina from the back of the eye (retinal detachment). The new vessels can a...
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How much treatments do I need to treat diabetic retinopathy?
You may have to wait several months to find out if this treatment is improving your condition. Depending on the severity of your diabetes and related complications, you may also want to discuss the options of pancreas and kidney transplants, which may protect against retinopathy.
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Is diabetic retinopathy preventable?
Diabetic retinopathy can be minimized with a combination of strict blood sugar control and routine screening with eye exams -- though even with optimal medical care, it is not always possible to prevent or slow retinal damage. You are having trouble sticking to your doctor's recommendations for controlling blood sugar.
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How can I be tested for diabetic retinopathy?
Some of the features of diabetic retinopathy cannot be seen during a basic eye exam and require special exams. It's not always easy to stick to the disciplined lifestyle necessary to control your blood sugar; don't hesitate to tell your doctor if you need extra support to adhere to his guidelines. After these initial e...
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Can diabetic retinopathy be directly treated?
In people with diabetes, high blood sugar damages the walls of the small blood vessels in the eye, altering their structure and function. Your ophthalmologist can directly treat retinopathy with a laser or a surgical procedure called vitrectomy, to prevent further vascular changes and preserve vision. Don't be surprise...
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How is tonsillectomy done?
You'll be given general anesthesia, so you'll be asleep and pain-free during the surgery. The surgeon will use a small knife called a scalpel to gently remove your tonsils. If you're doing well after a few hours, you'll likely be sent home to recover. But if you have a lot of bleeding from the wound, severe vomiting, t...
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What are the risks of tonsillectomy?
Your sore throat might get better with antibiotics, but it comes back as soon as you're done with the treatment. A 2014 report found that 1 in 5 adults who had their tonsils taken out had some kind of problem afterward. These included: Dehydration Infection Pain Pneumonia Too much bleeding from the wound (hemorrhaging)...
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Why would an adult need a tonsillectomy?
Chronic throat infection is the most common reason adults have their tonsils out. Other reasons you might have your tonsils removed as an adult include: Obstructive sleep apnea (if a blockage of your upper airway is caused by swollen tonsils) Bad breath, or halitosis, that doesn't go away (if caused by a collection of ...
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What conditions are related to antisocial personality disorder (ASPD)?
ASPD makes people uncaring. Modern diagnostic systems consider ASPD to include two related but not identical conditions: A "psychopath" is someone whose hurtful actions toward others tend to reflect calculation, manipulation and cunning; they also tend not to feel emotion and mimic (rather than experience) empathy for ...
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How should you get rest to fight multiple sclerosis fatigue?
Schedule your days according to what you know about your energy levels. Just don't nap too much. It could throw off your sleep schedule and keep you up at night. Take a short walk, or do 15 minutes of yoga.
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What are the symptoms of sinus headaches?
These headaches may give you: Pain and pressure around the sinuses -- in the forehead, especially behind and between the eyes, and above the nose. If pain is your only symptom, you probably don't have a sinus headache. Those usually have other symptoms as well, including: Stuffy nose Nasal discharge Cough Sore throat F...
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Why is pancreatic cancer usually not detected until late?
Because signs and symptoms of most pancreatic cancer may be mistaken for less-serious digestive problems, the disease is rarely detected before it has spread to nearby tissues or distant organs via the bloodstream or lymphatic system. A few rare types of pancreatic cancer cause hormonal imbalances that produce their ow...
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How much fiber should you have to treat constipation?
Gradually increase the amount of fiber in your diet until you're getting at least 20 to 35 grams of fiber daily. Moving your body will keep your bowels moving, too.
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What is the best way to relieve constipation?
Try to drink at least 8 glasses of water a day. In general, doctors do not recommend using mineral oil or castor oil. Mineral oil can cause problems such as vitamin deficiencies, and castor oil can lead to long-term constipation. These laxatives work quickly, but they can cause side effects, including cramping and diar...
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What laxatives can you use for constipation?
Laxatives come in several forms: Bulk-forming fiber supplements include Citrucel, Fiber Con, and Metamucil. Unlike other laxatives, you can take these every day. Although they are safe to use regularly, fiber supplements can interfere with your body's ability to absorb certain medicines, and they may cause bloating, cr...
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How common is constipation?
Women are the most frequent constipation sufferers. This may have to do with the slower movement of food through a woman's intestines, as well as with the effects of female hormones on the GI tract. Drink a lot of water with them.
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How is constipation defined?
Some women naturally have a bowel movement a few times a day, while others go just a few times a week. You don't need constipation treatments unless you're going to the bathroom a lot less often than usual. Call your doctor right away if you have any of these symptoms with constipation: Stomach pain Blood in your stool...
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How can I keep the weight up of someone with Alzheimer's disease?
To help your loved one keep up her weight and get the right nutrients: Offer smaller meals or snacks more often. Give her a daily multivitamin. Help her focus on the more nutritious, higher-calorie foods in the meal first. Prepare things that are easy to eat. Make meals enjoyable. Trouble chewing or swallowing could be...
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What are the risks from kidney transplant?
The main ones are: Kidney rejection. There's a chance that the body will reject the donated kidney. Your loved one will take medicine for the rest of their life to prevent this from happening, and newer drugs greatly lower the odds of it. Side effects from medicine. They generally work by making your immune system less...
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What are the pros and cons of kidney transplant and dialysis as treatment for chronic kidney disease?
The kidneys are so important because they remove waste from the body. So when they stop working as well, waste and fluids build up. They can get a transplant to receive a healthy kidney from a donor. The reason is simple: People who get transplants generally live longer than those who get dialysis. Fewer limits on thei...
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What factors might disqualify you as a kidney transplant recipient?
The reason is simple: People who get transplants generally live longer than those who get dialysis. If your loved one has any of these conditions, they're not likely to get a transplant: Active or recently treated cancer Illness that might limit their life to just a few more years Infection that can't be treated or kee...
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What are two main options for someone with chronic kidney disease?
If you have a loved one with chronic kidney disease, it's no different. They can get a transplant to receive a healthy kidney from a donor. Or they can start dialysis, a treatment where blood gets filtered either by a machine or in the belly with the help of a special tube. You might think that a transplant is more of ...
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What does it mean if you have an increased heart rate if you have heart failure?
When your heart doesn't pump right, the body starts to move blood from less vital parts like your arms and legs to the centers for survival -- the heart and brain. This can lead to palpitations, which could cause your heart to race or feel like it's fluttering or throbbing.
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How is a persistent cough a symptom of heart failure?
This causes fluid to leak into your lungs. Fluid can build up in your tissues just like it does in your lungs.
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What does it mean if you have trouble breathing or shortness of breath if you have heart failure?
This causes fluid to leak into your lungs. Your doctor may call it pulmonary edema. This can make it hard to breathe during activities, rest, or even sleep. A sudden lack of breath might wake you up. You may need to prop yourself up with extra pillows to breathe easier. This constant search for air can leave you tired ...
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How can an increased heart rate be a symptom of heart failure?
When your heart doesn't pump right, the body starts to move blood from less vital parts like your arms and legs to the centers for survival -- the heart and brain. This can lead to palpitations, which could cause your heart to race or feel like it's fluttering or throbbing.
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What foods may cause symptoms of hiatal hernia?
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Why do antibiotics get less effective the more you take them?
When people take antibiotics when they don't have to, over time, the medicine becomes less effective. The reason has to do with the bacteria themselves. These new strains are "resistant" to some types of antibiotics. If you get an infection with one of these bacteria, your doctor may need to try several types of drugs ...
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What are the risks of saffron?
Saffron may also help with depression. Supplements are not regulated by the FDA in the same way that food and drugs are.
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Do any medicines have interactions with saffron?
It's been used as a traditional treatment for thousands of years. Check with your doctor before using it if you are taking medication.
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How does sclerosis damage nerve cells?
Sclerosis” comes the Greek word for “scar.” Both ALS and MS cause scarring of the covering of nerve fibers. They protect these cells, similar to how insulation protects electrical wires. When you have MS, your body attacks the myelin sheaths in your brain and spinal cord.
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What's the difference between amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and multiple sclerosis?
They both: Affect your muscles and your ability to move your body Attack your brain and spinal cord Have “sclerosis” in their name Cause scarring or hardening around nerve cells They have some key differences, though. MS is an autoimmune disease that causes your body to attack itself. ALS, also called Lou Gehrig's ...
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Are the early stage symptoms of amoytrophic lateral sclerosis similar to those of multiple sclerosis?
These include: Stiff, weak muscles Twitching or spasms Fatigue Trouble walking If you're having these symptoms, don't try to guess what's going on. See a doctor and get a diagnosis. ALS can be inherited, but MS can't.
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Do multiple sclerosis and amoytrophic lateral sclerosis affect genders differently?
Both are treated differently. " More women than men get MS. ALS is more common in men.
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What is a cervical dysplasia?
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What is the cause of cervical dysplasia?
In many women with cervical dysplasia, HPV is found in cervical cells. Of the more than 100 different strains of HPV, more than one-third of them can be sexually transmitted, and two particular types -- HPV 16 and HPV 18 -- are strongly associated with cervical cancer.
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What should I know about checking my blood pressure at home?
This is especially important if your doctor recommends that you monitor your blood pressure on a regular basis. At least once a year, and especially after you first purchase your blood pressure monitor, bring your monitor with you to your doctor's visit to check the machine's accuracy.
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What is the recommended dosage for human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine?
Whichever of these vaccines you and your doctor choose, you should stick with the same vaccine for all three shots. You need to take all three doses to be completely protected. You'll get the second shot about 1 to 2 months after the first, and the third shot 6 months after the first. Once you've started with a vaccine...
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What is the human papillomavirus (HPV)?
When the FDA approved the first human papillomavirus ( HPV) vaccine in 2006, it was big news. It's a virus that can be transmitted through sexual contact. During intercourse or oral sex, HPV can make its way into the genitals, mouth, or throat and cause infection. Sexually transmitted HPV comes in more than 40 differen...
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What are the symptoms of human papillomavirus (HPV)?
It's a virus that can be transmitted through sexual contact. Certain types of HPV cause genital warts. There's no sore throat or fever to let you know you've been infected. Most people clear the infection on their own. In fact, you might have absolutely no idea you've been infected until you develop genital warts or ha...
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Who can catch the human papillomavirus (HPV)?
It's a virus that can be transmitted through sexual contact. Certain types of HPV cause genital warts. Though HPV might not be as well known among sexually transmitted infections ( STIs) as herpes or syphilis, it is actually the most common STI. If you're sexually active, there's a very good chance of being infected wi...
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What does insulin do?
Type 1 diabetes happens when your immune system destroys cells in your pancreas called beta cells. Insulin is a hormone that helps move sugar, or glucose, into your body's tissues. Glucose doesn't move into your cells because insulin isn't there to do it. This causes high blood sugar, which can lead to: Dehydration. Wh...
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What is secondary diabetes?
It's similar to type 1, except the immune system doesn't destroy your beta cells. They're wiped out by something else, like a disease or an injury to your pancreas. About 20% to 30% of people with type 1 diabetes get a condition called nephropathy.
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Who gets type 1 diabetes?
It's more common in whites than in African- Americans. It affects men and women equally. Although the disease usually starts in people under 20, it can happen at any age. Several types of insulin are available. About 20% to 30% of people with type 1 diabetes get a condition called nephropathy.
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How does type 1 diabetes happen?
It's similar to type 1, except the immune system doesn't destroy your beta cells. If they're high, skip the workout.
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What questions should you ask your rheumatologist?
One of the first questions the doctor will ask is, " What brings you here?" How often do you have symptoms? I don't like to take medicine. What are my other options? Will I have to take RA drugs for the rest of my life? Where can I find resources to help me learn more about living with the disease? How can I find a sup...
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What questions will your rheumatologist ask?
Then, get ready to answer a lot of questions, like: What are your symptoms? How often do you have symptoms? What makes you feel worse? ( Lack of activity, not enough sleep, stress, eating a certain kind of food?) What activities cause pain? Where on your body is the pain? How bad is the pain? Which words best describe ...
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How is Fanconi anemia treated?
Symptoms for both types include: Chest pain Fast heartbeat, or tachycardia Headaches Trouble breathing Weakness and fatigue Treatment for sideroblastic anemia depends on the cause. Treatments include hormone therapy and growth factors to boost blood cell growth. If symptoms become severe, your doctor might recommend a ...
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What causes sideroblastic anemia?
Think of your red blood cells as the transport system that carries oxygen to your body's tissues. The iron buildup causes the formation of abnormal red blood cells called sideroblasts. There are two main types of sideroblastic anemia: Acquired sideroblastic anemia can be caused by exposure to certain chemicals or drugs...
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What is congenital dyserythropoietic anemia (CDA)?
In this group of blood disorders, your body can't use iron to make hemoglobin -- the protein that carries oxygen in your blood. All CDAs are passed down through families. There are three types of CDA, types 1, 2, and 3. Type 2 is the most common and type 3 is the rarest. Symptoms include chronic anemia, fatigue, yellow...
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What are myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS)?
When you have aplastic anemia, stem cells in your bone marrow are damaged and can't make enough new blood cells. MDS is a type of cancer.
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What are the symptoms of megaloblastic anemia?
Some people are born with a gene that causes MDS. But once symptoms do appear, they're similar to other types of anemia, and include: Dizziness and fatigue Diarrhea, nausea Fast or irregular heartbeat (tachycardia) Muscle pain or weakness Pale skin Trouble breathing Doctors treat megaloblastic anemia with vitamin B9 an...
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What causes autoimmune hemolytic anemia?
When you have aplastic anemia, stem cells in your bone marrow are damaged and can't make enough new blood cells. Acquired causes include: Autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis Chemicals such as pesticides, arsenic, and benzene Infections including hepatitis, Epstein- Barr virus, and HIV Radiation a...
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What is the severe reaction to peanuts known as anaphylaxis?
Symptoms of an allergic response to peanuts will usually start within minutes of exposure, and they can include: Tightening in the throat Shortness of breath or wheezing Skin reaction such as hives or redness Tingling or itching in the mouth or throat Diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps or vomiting A runny nose This is a ...
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What are the main symptoms of aphasia?
The main symptoms of aphasia include: Trouble speaking Struggling with finding the appropriate term or word Using strange or inappropriate words in conversation Some people with aphasia have problems understanding what others are saying. Some people have trouble using numbers or even doing simple calculations.
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How is dengue fever diagnosed?
The mosquito becomes infected when it bites a person with dengue virus in their blood. If you become sick after traveling to a tropical area, let your doctor know. This will allow your doctor to evaluate the possibility that your symptoms were caused by a dengue infection.
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When should you call the doctor about sinusitis symptoms?
But many people who have it use treatments that aren't likely to help. But call your doctor if you've had sinus symptoms for more than a few days or if they're really bad. The sooner you start the right treatment, the sooner you'll feel better again.
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How can I help someone with Alzheimer's disease who is getting more confused?
If you have to make changes, do it gradually. Make things simple, and avoid situations where she has to make decisions. Describe the events for the day to her. Put large labels (with words or pictures) on drawers and shelves so she'll know what's in or on them. If she doesn't seem to understand something you've said, u...
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What can I do to help my loved one with Alzheimer's disease to get the right amount of food to eat?
Try some of these tips: Talk to your loved one's doctor. Don't force her to eat. Offer smaller meals more often instead of three large ones. Encourage her to walk, garden, or do other things that get her moving to boost her appetite. Serve finger foods that are easier for her to handle and eat. Prepare meals that offer...
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Is exercise good for someone who has Alzheimer's disease?
Try some of these tips: Talk to your loved one's doctor. It can also give your loved one more energy and improve his mood and sleep. It can make the brain work better, too. Someone in the early stages of the disease may enjoy walking, bowling, dancing, golf, and swimming. As the disease gets worse, he may need more sup...
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What are bad side effects of medications for Alzheimer's disease?
They may also react with other Alzheimer's meds. The problems may last a few hours or throughout the night. They might help her relax.
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How does acupuncture help back pain?
According to traditional Chinese medicine, the body has more than 2,000 of these points. Stimulating these points is said to correct the imbalance of qi and improve the flow of energy. Practitioners believe that this helps relieve pain and improve health. Or it may release immune system cells in the body.
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What can I expect from Parkinson's disease?
Parkinson does follow a broad pattern. While it moves at different paces for different people, changes tend to come on slowly. Symptoms usually get worse over time, and new ones probably will pop up along the way. Parkinson's doesn't always affect how long you live. At this point, you likely: Are limited to bed or a wh...
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What non-motor symptoms may show up early in those with Parkinson's disease?
Another might have major tremors but no issues with thinking or memory. You may have these issues years before any classic motor symptoms like tremors: Constipation Depression Loss of smell Low blood pressure when you stand up Pain Sleep issues You also might get these symptoms later in the disease. Drooling and a more...
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What makes Parkinson's disease hard to predict?
Parkinson's comes with two main buckets of possible symptoms. One affects your ability to move and leads to motor issues like tremors and rigid muscles. The other bucket has non-motor symptoms, like pain, loss of smell, and dementia. You may not get all the symptoms. Another might have major tremors but no issues with ...
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What does the type of cervical cancer treatment depend on?
Which one he recommends will depend on what type of cervical cancer you have, your age, and whether or not you might want to have children in the future. It will also depend on whether, or how far, the cancer has spread. If you've had cervical cancer that came back, your doctor may suggest this as a surgical option.
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What does trachelectomy for cervical cancer consist of?
If you want to be able to have kids later, it may be the only treatment he recommends. The surgeon removes your cervix and the top part of your vagina, but he leaves your uterus intact. He places a stitch, or a band, where your cervix had been. This opening leads to your uterus. He may also remove the lymph nodes near ...
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What is conization for cervical cancer?
Your doctor may do this before he recommends chemotherapy or radiation. Your doctor uses a surgical or laser knife to remove a cone-shaped piece of tissue from your cervix. He may also use a thin wire heated by electricity. You may have to have a catheter.
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What is a tummy tuck?
This surgery flattens the abdomen by removing extra fat and skin, and tightening muscles in your abdominal wall. It's not the same as liposuction, although you may choose to get liposuction along with a tummy tuck. This is a major surgery, so if you're considering it, you should know the facts before you decide whether...