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What do blocked arteries lead to?
Aspirin helps prevent clots from forming. Some evidence shows that, with aggressive treatment, cholesterol plaques can even shrink slightly.
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What do the cholesterol plaques of atherosclerosis cause?
Cholesterol plaques can be the cause of heart disease. Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer in America, causing more than 900,000 deaths each year. Cholesterol plaques from atherosclerosis cause the three main kinds of cardiovascular disease: Coronary artery disease -- Stable cholesterol plaques in the heart's ar...
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What makes my eyes red?
Many things can cause it, like a night of heavy drinking, or a physical injury to your eye. But if you haven't had too much alcohol, or scratched or poked your eyeball recently, there are other possibilities. Other symptoms include: More tears than usual Your eyes burn, itch, or feel gritty White, yellow, or green disc...
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Does having testicular cancer always require surgery?
It's one of most successfully treated forms of cancer. About 95% of men will survive more than 5 years after it's found. For almost all stages and types of testicular cancer, the testicle is removed. You might hear a doctor call this a radical inguinal orchiectomy. The doctors will numb your groin area so you can have ...
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Will testicular cancer surgery affect my sex life?
You'll probably will be able to go home the same day, but you should always be ready for an overnight stay at the hospital just in case. You should be able to get an erection and have sex if you lose just one testicle.
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Can benzodiazepines help you sleep?
They also increase drowsiness and help people sleep. They are usually not recommended for long-term treatment of sleeping problems. Mixing alcohol and sleeping pills can have additive sedating effects from both drugs, and the combination can cause someone to stop breathing, which could cause death.
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Do I need an oral glucose tolerance test?
A shorter version of an OGTT checks for diabetes during pregnancy. You might need an oral glucose tolerance test if you: Are overweight or obese Have a close family member with diabetes Have high blood pressure Have high triglycerides (a type of fat in your blood) Have polycystic ovarian syndrome (which causes menstrua...
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Which antibiotics work best to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
Then the lab will grow the germs in a dish for a couple of days to find out which type of bacteria you have. This is called a culture. It'll tell your doctor what type of germs caused your infection. He'll likely prescribe one of the following antibiotics to treat it before the culture comes back: Amoxicillin/augmentin...
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What should I know about antibiotics that treat urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
The best way to treat a UTI -- and to relieve symptoms like pain, burning, and an urgent need to pee -- is with antibiotics. These medications kill bacteria that cause the infection. It's important to take them just as your doctor prescribed. Which antibiotic you get and how long you take it depend on two things: what ...
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Why should I take the full dose for urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
A urinary tract infection ( UTI) starts when bacteria get into your bladder, kidneys, or another part of your urinary tract. Some of these include: Rash Diarrhea Nausea, vomiting Headache Tendon or nerve damage Antibiotics work well against UTIs. You might start to feel better after being on the medicine for just a few...
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When should you see your doctor about issues with your baby communicating?
Have back-and-forth conversations in baby talk to teach your baby the give-and-take of adult conversation. He should respond to "no," to his or her own name, and to simple requests like "come here." So while normal language development has wide variation, it's better to be safe than sorry when it comes to your child's ...
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Do children get high blood pressure?
But high blood pressure actually affects people of all ages -- including young children. As in adults, high blood pressure in children can result in serious, long-term health effects, including: Heart disease Kidney disease Stroke Risk factors for high blood pressure in children include obesity and a family history of ...
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How is broken heart syndrome diagnosed?
People call it “broken heart syndrome,” and it's real. Imaging tests -- a coronary angiogram, for example -- would show that your organ's lower left chamber is bigger than normal, and that your heart isn't pumping the way it should. Tell your doctor about your loss and your grief, too. This can help him figure out ...
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What is bipolar II disorder?
Bipolar II is similar to bipolar I disorder, with moods cycling between high and low over time. However, in bipolar II disorder, the "up" moods never reach full-blown mania. The less-intense elevated moods in bipolar II disorder are called hypomanic episodes, or hypomania. A person affected by bipolar II disorder has h...
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Can bipolar II disorder be prevented?
It's not known if bipolar II disorder can be prevented entirely. It is possible to reduce the risk for developing future episodes of hypomania or depression once bipolar disorder has developed. Regular therapy sessions with a psychologist or social worker, in combination with medication, can help efforts to stabilize m...
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What resources can help you find medical care for pain from prostate cancer?
If you are in pain and your doctor suggests no other options, ask to see a pain specialist or have your doctor consult with a pain specialist. The National Cancer Institute's ( NCI) Cancer Information Service ( CIS) and other organizations can give you a list of pain management facilities. The American Cancer Society (...
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How is prostate cancer pain managed?
For those with pain, there are many different kinds of medicines, different ways to receive the medicine, and non-drug methods that can relieve the pain you may have. You should expect your doctor to seek all the information and resources necessary to make you as comfortable as possible. If you are in pain and your doc...
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How do doctors treat side effects from pain medications if you have prostate cancer?
Most people do not get "high" or lose control when they take cancer pain medicines as prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor or nurse can help you manage these side effects. These problems may go away after a few days of taking the medicine. Many side effects can be managed by changing the medicine or the dose or times wh...
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Why should prostate cancer pain be treated early?
Do not try to hold off as long as possible between doses of pain medicine. Pain may get worse if you wait, and it may take longer, or require larger doses of your medicine to give you relief. Pain should be treated early. Tolerance may be a problem with cancer pain treatment because of the length of time you are on the...
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What should you do if you have pain from prostate cancer?
You have a right to pain relief, and you should insist on it. Not everyone feels pain in the same way. There is no need to be "stoic" or "brave" if you have more pain than others with the same kind of cancer. In fact, as soon as you have any pain, you should speak up. Remember, it is easier to control pain when it just...
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What steps can you take to help your stuttering child?
This form of stuttering is usually temporary. Other speech and language deficits. Parents can have an enormous effect on how the stuttering child views his disorder and how comfortable he feels in his ability to express himself and to be heard by those around him. Here are some steps you can take to help your stutterin...
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What do I need to know about stuttering?
While most stuttering is outgrown, rarely a stutter can persist into adulthood. Whether or not your child's stutter is temporary or permanent, you should learn all you can so you have the resources you need to help your stuttering child. They may include one or more of the following: Genetics. This form of stuttering i...
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What are risk factors for stuttering?
Stuttering occurs when normal speech is interrupted by the repetition or extension of certain sounds or words. According to the Stuttering Foundation, the following factors put your child at greater risk: Family. Your child is at higher risk if he or she has one or more family members who stutter in adulthood. Children...
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What is stuttering?
While most stuttering is outgrown, rarely a stutter can persist into adulthood. Stuttering occurs when normal speech is interrupted by the repetition or extension of certain sounds or words. Stuttering, also called stammering, can range in frequency and intensity from mild to severe. Stress can sometimes make it worse....
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What causes stuttering?
Stuttering occurs when normal speech is interrupted by the repetition or extension of certain sounds or words. Experts don't know for sure what causes stuttering in a child, but most believe that the speech disorder occurs as the result of a variety of factors. Sixty percent of all people who stutter have a close famil...
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How can you maintain a healthy weight if you have Crohn's disease?
Because Crohn's disease affects people in different ways, you will need a plan that's just for you. A food diary will also help you and your dietitian check the quality of your diet. If you're falling short, you and your doctor will come up with a plan.
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Do allergies cause asthma?
Atopy causes a heightened sensitivity to common allergens, especially those that are in food and in the air. Allergies and asthma often coexist. Indoor allergies are a predictor of who might be at risk for an asthma diagnosis. Changes that have made houses more "energy-efficient" over the years are thought to increase ...
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Is being overweight linked to asthma?
Some findings indicate that children with atopic dermatitis may have more severe and persistent asthma as adults. Overweight asthmatics seem to have more uncontrolled asthma and more days on medications for asthma.
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Is cigarette smoke linked to asthma?
There's also evidence that cigarette smoking among adolescents increases the risk of asthma. Even more findings link secondhand smoke exposure with the development of asthma in early life. Maternal smoking during pregnancy appears to result in lower lung function in infants compared to those whose mothers did not smoke...
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How do you insert a urethral suppository?
To put in a rectal suppository: Go to the bathroom first to try to empty your colon. Remove the cover from the applicator. Stretch your penis to its full length to open the urethra, and put the applicator into the hole at the tip. Gently push the button at the top of the applicator until it stops. Hold it there for 5 s...
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How do you insert a rectal suppository?
Wash your hands with soap and warm water. Unwrap the suppository. Rub a water-based lubricant over the tip or dip it in water. It will help you slide it in smoothly. Get in a comfortable position. You can stand with one leg up on a chair or lie on your side with one leg straight and the other bent in toward your stomac...
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What should I know about bronchitis?
Bronchitis happens when your bronchial tubes, which carry oxygen from your windpipe to your lungs, become inflamed. The lining of the tubes makes mucus, which makes your cough worse. The condition can also cause wheezing and make it hard to catch your breath. To know for sure whether your recent illness is acute bronch...
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How can I take care of my bronchitis at home?
Serious symptoms may also mean another test. You may also feel tired for a while longer. Plan to get rest. Don't expect to have a lot of energy right away. If your cough doesn't improve and you continue to feel sick, see your doctor again. It could be a bacterial infection after all.
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What can you do to help with bronchitis?
Avoid things that can irritate your lungs, such as secondhand smoke, air pollution, and dust. Wash your hands a lot to lower the odds of infection. But those steps are important if you think you have acute bronchitis, too. To learn other ways to treat your cough, see your doctor to find out what's causing it. When you ...
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What other medications can help with bronchitis?
However, there are other times when you might need one or more. The test can help your doctor find out whether you have asthma or another breathing problem, along with your bronchitis. You want to make sure you kill all the bacteria on the first try. Or you might have other breathing problems that are keeping you from ...
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How is an IUD removed?
Your doctor will insert the IUD during an office visit. It should only take a few minutes. You'll put your feet in stirrups and the doctor will use forceps to slowly pull the IUD out. You may have some cramping and bleeding, but this should go away in 1-2 days.
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Can my partner feel my IUD?
And they're also long-lasting. " Your partner shouldn't be able to feel anything, but if he does, it will only be minor contact with the strings of the IUD. This shouldn't cause any discomfort. The strings soften the longer you have the IUD and can be trimmed shorter.
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How does the doctor insert an IUD?
She may suggest you take over-the-counter pain medication such as ibuprofen a few hours before the procedure to offset cramping. The procedure starts out similar to getting a Pap smear. You'll put your feet in stirrups. The doctor will then place a speculum in the vagina to hold the vagina open. The doctor will put the...
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Are there risks of taking methotrexate to treat juvenile rheumatoid arthritis?
Some to watch out for are: Liver problems Low blood cell counts Lung problems Your child will have regular blood tests to check for problems. The risks and side effects are well known, as well as how to prevent and treat them.
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Is methotrexate used to treat juvenile rheumatoid arthritis?
That means it not only helps arthritis symptoms, but it also helps prevent damage to joints. The risks and side effects are well known, as well as how to prevent and treat them.
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How should I use calcium channel blockers as treatment for anal fissures, and what are their adverse effects?
If your fissures are caused by constipation or diarrhea, you can change a few habits to help lessen the strain on the anal canal. To avoid constipation, your goal should be to get 20 to 35 grams of fiber every day. Some side effects may include headaches, dizziness, and low blood pressure. Calcium channel blockers: The...
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How should I use botox injections as treatment for anal fissures, and what are its adverse effects?
If your fissures are caused by constipation or diarrhea, you can change a few habits to help lessen the strain on the anal canal. Botox injections: When topical treatments don't work, injecting botulinum toxin type A ( Botox) into the sphincter is sometimes the next step. Botox injections temporarily paralyze the sphin...
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What diet should I follow if I have anal fissures?
Trauma or injury can stretch the anal canal and create a tear in the lining of the anus. If your fissures are caused by constipation or diarrhea, you can change a few habits to help lessen the strain on the anal canal.
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What relaxing techniques can help with treating heart disease?
While success varies from person to person, stress-reduction techniques have been shown to reduce high blood pressure, heart arrhythmias, and emotional responses such as anxiety, anger, and hostility that have been linked to coronary heart disease, angina, and heart attack. Some that have proved beneficial are meditati...
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What is an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP)?
Your doctor may recommend an IABP if your heart isn't getting enough blood or isn't sending enough out to the rest of your body. It can happen after a heart attack, when your heart is weak, or because of another heart problem like: Arrhythmia -- when your heart doesn't beat in a regular rhythm Myocarditis -- when an in...
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What happens after a vasectomy?
You should recover completely in less than a week. Many men have the procedure on a Friday and return to work on Monday. Give it a few days.
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Are there side effects from a vasectomy?
They might sear each end, but they will tie each one off with a stitch. In very rare cases, the tubes can rejoin. The procedure won't affect your testosterone level, erections, climaxes, sex drive, or any other part of your sex life.
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How is a vasectomy done?
The doctor feels for each vas deferens under your scrotum and uses a clamp to hold it in place. No.
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Why might my blood sugar be high even after taking insulin?
Some of best ways to prevent high blood sugar are old-school: Exercise. That's when your body doesn't respond as well as it should to the insulin it makes. Or, you may be taking a drug for another health problem that keeps your body from using it well. How you use insulin can also matter. If you give yourself shots in ...
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What are some other reasons for high blood sugar?
Some of best ways to prevent high blood sugar are old-school: Exercise. That's when your body doesn't respond as well as it should to the insulin it makes. Or, you may be taking a drug for another health problem that keeps your body from using it well. How you use insulin can also matter. If you give yourself shots in ...
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When should you talk to your doctor about headaches?
Migraines headaches are some of the hardest types of headaches to live with. Sinus headaches aren't common, and after you treat one, it doesn't usually come back.
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What are sinus headaches?
Most researchers believe the headaches begin in the nervous system. In some cases, they also make you feel pressure behind your face. Nasal congestion and blockage from seasonal allergies or an infection that leads to sinus congestion is the main cause, usually because of hay fever and other seasonal allergies, or a co...
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What is grief?
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How long is too long to mourn?
Reminders of your loss, like the anniversary of a death or a familiar song, can trigger the return of grief. Accept your feelings and know that grieving is a process.
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What happens when pain becomes chronic?
When pain becomes chronic, you may have: Unusually high levels of stress hormones Low energy Mood disorders Muscle pain Lower-than-normal mental and physical performance. From one-quarter to more than half of the population that complains of pain to their doctors are depressed.
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What causes gray hair?
Without melanin, the new hair that grows in has no pigment, which makes it appear gray, white, or silver. Some people start to go gray young -- as early as their teens. When graying begins usually is determined by genes, so if your mother or father became gray early, you may, too. As they age, men tend to lose the hair...
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What are benefits of participating in a clinical trial for prostate cancer?
One thing to keep in mind when you join one is that you may not actually get a chance to take the drug that scientists are testing. Some people in the trial may get the new medicine, but others will get the standard treatment for prostate cancer. Some clinical trials may cover all or part of your medical costs while yo...
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How do clinical trails work for prostate cancer?
Scientists are looking for new ways to treat advanced prostate cancer in clinical trials. Your doctor can tell you if one of these trials might be a good fit for you and how to find one. Your doctor will discuss these details with you. But even if you don't get the new drug, there are still advantages: You'll get detai...
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What are the side effects of intermediate and long-acting stimulants for ADHD?
Side effects of short-acting stimulants include loss of appetite, weight loss, sleep problems, crankiness, and tics. Long-acting medicines may have greater effects on appetite and sleep. The FDA warns about the risk of drug abuse with amphetamine stimulants. FDA safety advisers are also concerned that all amphetamine a...
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What are the side effects associated with using antidepressants to treat ADHD?
Antidepressants. The FDA has also warned about a connection between antidepressants and a higher risk of suicide in adults ages 18-24, especially in the first 1 or 2 months.
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What are focal onset aware seizures?
Focal onset seizures have a wide range of symptoms in different kids. It used to be called a simple partial seizure. Your child knows it's happening and can remember it when it's done. Afterward, your child may just go back to doing whatever she was doing before.
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Should I rush romance if I have rheumatoid arthritis?
And don't be afraid to set up some time for sex. For instance, if you know you feel in the mood during the afternoon, make a date for some private time with your partner at home. Take pain medication -- and perhaps a nap -- at least 30 minutes before sex so you're more comfortable and energized. You can use them to enh...
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Should I try warming up with my partner if I have rheumatoid arthritis?
When you're open about your RA and how it makes you feel, it can help you and your partner have a more satisfying sex life. Take time to enjoy foreplay. Get creative to avoid putting stress your painful joints. You might also try an electric blanket on your bed to make it cozy. If you have sexual problems, talk to your...
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What is generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and how can it affect my child?
GAD is a bit like Charlie Brown's pantophobia. Children with GAD worry excessively about lots of things: school, their own safety and health, the health of family members and friends, money, and their family's security. Your child may also isolate herself, avoiding school and friends because she is so overwhelmed by he...
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What is anxiety disorder in children?
Whether it's the monster in the closet, the big test at the end of the week, or making the cut for the soccer team, kids have things that make them anxious, just like adults. But sometimes anxiety in children crosses the line from normal everyday worries to a disorder that gets in the way of the things they need to do....
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What is social phobia and how can it affect your child?
But sometimes anxiety in children crosses the line from normal everyday worries to a disorder that gets in the way of the things they need to do. How can you tell if your child's anxieties might be more than just passing worries and fears? When she explains that pantophobia is "the fear of everything," Charlie Brown ye...
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What is separation anxiety disorder and how can it affect your child?
Even older children may get clingy with their parents or caregivers occasionally, especially in new settings. But older children who get unusually upset when leaving a parent or someone else close to them, who have trouble calming down after saying goodbye, or who get extremely homesick and upset when away from home at...
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How can your immune system cause hair loss in men?
So if you have close relatives who are balding, you're more likely to have it, too. Your hair may grow back, but it may fall out again, too. Sunscreen won't make your hair fall out, but it will protect the areas where your hairline has receded.
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What are myths of hair loss in men?
More than half of men 50 or older have signs of hair loss. For example: Wearing a baseball cap or hat may give you “hat hair,” but it does not lead to hair loss. Neither does swimming in a chlorinated pool or salt water. Sunscreen won't make your hair fall out, but it will protect the areas where your hairline has ...
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How do you use prickly pear cactus?
It is considered a healthy part of the Mexican diet. People eat the fruit of the prickly pear cactus. People also make it into: Candies Juices Wine Jellies Powders As a food, it's very common in Mexico.
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What precautions should you take with prickly pear cactus?
It is considered a healthy part of the Mexican diet. People also make it into: Candies Juices Wine Jellies Powders As a food, it's very common in Mexico. It may cause minor side effects, such as: Upset stomach Diarrhea Bloating Headache Risks. If you have diabetes, don't take prickly pear cactus supplements unless a do...
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What is prickly pear cactus?
It is considered a healthy part of the Mexican diet. Prickly pear cactus may help with the symptoms of an enlarged prostate. But we need more research to be sure. Prickly pear cactus is a folk remedy for many other conditions, ranging from sunburn to ulcers to preventing mosquito bites. People also make it into: Candie...
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Does prickly pear cactus help if you have type 2 diabetes?
More research is needed to see if this effect would continue with repeated doses. Diabetes is a very serious condition. Don't ever try to treat it on your own with supplements. It's not known whether the supplement causes side effects.
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What's the best dose for prickly pear cactus?
Quality and active ingredients in supplements may vary widely from maker to maker. This makes it very hard to set a standard dose. Ask your doctor for advice. It's not known if prickly pear cactus is safe for children or for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Can incontinence continue after childbirth?
Incontinence can continue after pregnancy and may not be present right after childbirth. After pregnancy, incontinence problems may continue, because childbirth weakens the pelvic floor muscles, which can cause an overactive bladder. Pregnancy and childbirth also may contribute to bladder control problems because of th...
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Can I breastfeed my baby if I have breast cancer?
Also, there's no evidence that the cancer harms the baby. Talk with your family and doctor about what's right for you. If you're getting chemotherapy, you likely shouldn't breastfeed. Many powerful chemo drugs can travel through your milk to the baby.
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How are pregnancy and breast cancer related?
Getting pregnant doesn't cause the cancer, although the changes in hormones from the pregnancy can make the disease grow faster. Your breasts thicken while you're expecting, and that can make it hard to spot small masses or lumps. Because of this, breast cancer tumors are often larger and more advanced by the time they...
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Is a mammogram safe during pregnancy?
A mammogram is considered fairly safe during pregnancy, but it may not be as helpful because of the increased density of the breasts. Surgery, in general, is safe during any trimester of pregnancy.
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What happens during breast cancer surgery if you are pregnant?
Surgery, in general, is safe during any trimester of pregnancy. If the cancer is still in its early stages, your doctor will most likely recommend removing either the suspicious lump (lumpectomy) or the entire breast (mastectomy). Radiation therapy usually doesn't start until after pregnancy because it can harm the bab...
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Can you have surgery for breast cancer if you are pregnant?
A mammogram is considered fairly safe during pregnancy, but it may not be as helpful because of the increased density of the breasts. If you're in the first or second trimester, a mastectomy is the preferred surgery. Lumpectomy is usually an option for women diagnosed in the third trimester. Radiation therapy usually d...
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How do you do Kegel exercises?
Basically, your pelvic organs start to droop. Other things that put you at risk for POP include: Pregnancy Giving birth through the vagina Surgery in the pelvic area ( C-section or hysterectomy) Genetics Frequent coughing, laughing, or sneezing (it pushes on the pelvic organs) Sit on the toilet and try to pee. Once uri...
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What are the benefits of Kegel exercises?
Kegels don't just help keep them “fit” -- they can help you avoid embarrassing accidents, like bladder leakage and passing gas and -- or even stool -- by accident. They can even improve your orgasms. Try squeezing your pelvic floor muscles for 3 seconds, then release for 3 seconds.
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When do you see results from Kegel exercises?
If you can't do 10, do as many as you can and build up over time. If you're still concerned about your prolapse or don't feel your symptoms are getting better, talk to your doctor about other treatments.
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How does biofeedback therapy help headaches?
This measures muscle activity and tension. There is good evidence that biofeedback therapy can relax muscles and ease stress to reduce both the frequency and severity of headaches. Biofeedback seems to be especially beneficial for headaches when it's combined with medications.
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Where does whey protein come from?
Whey is a product of cheese making -- it's the watery part of milk that separates from the curds. In the process of turning milk into cheese, whey protein is removed.
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What are side effects of taking whey protein?
It is always a good idea to discuss any supplement with your doctor, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. People with milk allergy or sensitivity should not use whey protein. It could cause an allergic reaction. If you have kidney disease, check with a doctor before using any type of protein powder. It coul...
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What is whey?
In the process of turning milk into cheese, whey protein is removed. People with milk allergy or sensitivity should not use whey protein.
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How does whey protein interact with other medicines or supplements?
Talk to your child's health care provider before giving your baby whey protein. It could interact with antibiotics and certain medicines such as Fosamax for osteoporosis or levodopa for Parkinson's disease.
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How much whey protein should you take?
Talk to your child's health care provider before giving your baby whey protein. Optimal doses of whey protein have not been established for any condition. Quality and active ingredients in supplements may vary widely from maker to maker. This makes it very hard to establish a standard dose.
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What affects your risk for lung cancer?
There are also other reasons. People who live with someone who smokes are 20% to 30% more likely to get lung cancer than those who live in a smoke-free home. Lung tissue that was scarred by a disease or infection, such as scleroderma or tuberculosis, becomes at risk for tumors in that tissue. Doctors call this a scar c...
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What are advanced symptoms of ALS?
Over time, it affects almost all of the muscles you control. ALS doesn't affect all muscles and organs in the body. The heart and bladder, for instance, usually stay healthy. Among the more advanced signs of the disease are: Weaker muscles Less muscle mass More serious chewing and swallowing problems Difficulty being u...
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When should you see a doctor about ALS symptoms?
A muscle cramp in your leg or a weak feeling in your hand once in a while isn't usually enough to send you to the doctor. If those feelings last for days or weeks, however, you should make an appointment. Pay attention to changes in how the muscles in your arms and legs feel. Listen to friends or family if they point o...
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What are common side effects of weight loss surgery?
Some common side effects include: Constipation is common after weight loss surgery. Avoid granular fiber ( Metamucil or psyllium), which can cause obstructions. Dumping syndrome happens after eating high-sugar meals after weight loss surgery. The sugary food rushes through the stomach and can cause nausea, vomiting, an...
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How will your body absorb nutrients differently after weight loss surgery?
Your doctor can let you know how to handle it. It becomes harder to absorb certain nutrients, including: Iron Vitamin B12 Folate Calcium Vitamin D You don't have to fall short on those nutrients. Ask your doctor if you need to take supplements.
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How do I care for small cuts?
Gently wash the area with mild soap and warm water. Secure that with hypoallergenic or paper tape. Apply antibacterial ointment. Cover the cut with a cloth bandage or gauze pad. Change the bandage at least once a day.
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How should I treat blisters due to diabetes?
The skin that covers it protects it from infection. Gently wash the area with mild soap and warm water. Apply antibacterial ointment to the blister. Cover it with a cloth bandage or gauze pad. Secure that with hypoallergenic or paper tape. If the blister is on your foot and came from your shoes, wear a different pair u...
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How does diabetes affect the skin?
That means you could get injured more easily, be more likely to get an infection, and take longer to heal. Avoid scratching dry skin.
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How can you treat small cuts if you have diabetes?
Secure that with hypoallergenic or paper tape. Gently wash the area with mild soap and warm water. Apply antibacterial ointment. Cover the cut with a cloth bandage or gauze pad. Change the bandage at least once a day.
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How can you treat minor skin problems if you have diabetes?
Secure that with hypoallergenic or paper tape. Gently wash the area with a mild soap and warm water and pat dry. Cover the irritated skin with a cloth bandage or gauze pad. Keep checking the area to make sure the irritation doesn't get worse. Change the bandage at least once a day.
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How should I handle minor skin problems like rashes that occur with diabetes?
Secure that with hypoallergenic or paper tape. Cover the irritated skin with a cloth bandage or gauze pad. Keep checking the area to make sure the irritation doesn't get worse. Change the bandage at least once a day. Gently wash the area with mild soap and warm water and pat dry.