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When are gloves for rheumatoid arthritis used?
With the pain comes stiffness and swelling, which can make day-to-day life a challenge. Occupational therapists sometimes recommend arthritis gloves to help with symptoms. You just slip them on to help ease pain and swelling. They could make it easier to deal with your daily activities. If you also have carpal tunnel s...
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Can I use my hands if I am using gloves to help rheumatoid arthritis?
The gloves aren't going to do much to help you regain the use of your hands, but they might improve your grip. The gloves, and how effective they are, really depends on you and how you react to them. They might help with one symptom but not another. Or they could have no effect at all.
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What is the treatment plan for ADHD in children?
If your pediatrician does not work with therapists and psychologists, ask your child's school psychologist to do an evaluation, or ask the school counselor to recommend someone. If you choose treatment with ADHD medication you will need a prescription and follow-up from a medical doctor (such as your pediatrician, a pe...
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What should you look for in a professional to evaluate your child for ADHD?
If your pediatrician isn't familiar with diagnosing ADHD, he or she can probably refer you to a mental health professional such as a psychiatrist or psychologist who has that experience. This person's first task will be to put together information -- from you, your child's school and your child's medical records. This ...
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What does ADHD treatment comprise?
If your pediatrician does not work with therapists and psychologists, ask your child's school psychologist to do an evaluation, or ask the school counselor to recommend someone. If you choose treatment with ADHD medication you will need a prescription and follow-up from a medical doctor (such as your pediatrician, a pe...
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What causes shoulder ligament injuries?
This happens a lot to young people and athletes who put strain on their shoulders, like pitchers in baseball. You can also sprain or tear your shoulder ligament when you use your arm to brace yourself when you fall. When you sprain your ankle, you're tearing one of these ligaments.
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What are ankle ligaments?
There are several ligaments around your ankle. The three main ones on the outside part of your ankle are the anterior talofibular ligament, the posterior talofibular ligament, and the calcaneofibular ligament. It's also the bone you feel on the outside of your ankle. The calcaneofibular ligament connects the fibula to ...
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What causes ankle ligament injuries?
There are several ligaments around your ankle. When you sprain your ankle, you're tearing one of these ligaments. The most common sprain happens when your foot rolls under your ankle or leg. This usually happens playing sports, especially jumping sports like basketball.
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What are common knee ligament injuries?
The most common knee ligament injury is to the anterior cruciate ligament. If your feet plant in one direction and your knee is twists in another, it can strain or tear your ACL. Football, skiing, and basketball are all sports with a higher risk of ACL injuries. A PCL injury usually happens from a sudden direct impact,...
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Will my sight ever come back if I have glaucoma?
It can affect your eye pressure reading. That is why it's so important to get regular exams with an eye doctor, particularly if there is a family history of glaucoma.
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What complications can roseola cause?
For high fever, he might recommend acetaminophen or ibuprofen. If this happens to your child, she might pass out for a short time. Her arms and legs may jerk for many seconds or minutes. She could also lose control of her bladder and bowels. If your child has a seizure, call 911. Luckily, most seizures in young childre...
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How can you get Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori)?
Although it is not known exactly how H. pylori enters the body, researchers believe that the spiral-shaped bacteria probably get into your body through your mouth. Then, they burrow into the mucus that lines your stomach. You could pick up an H. pylori infection in several ways. The bug can be found in contaminated foo...
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How can Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) cause ulcers and stomach cancer?
Most people with H. pylori infection don't know it and have no symptoms. H. pylori can inflame the lining of your stomach. That's why you may feel stomach pain or get nauseous. If it's not treated, it can sometimes cause ulcers, which are painful, open sores in your stomach lining that bleed. Studies show that people w...
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How can you get an H. pylori infection?
H. pylori is a very common infection: More than half of all people get it at some point, usually in childhood. Although it is not known exactly how H. pylori enters the body, researchers believe that the spiral-shaped bacteria probably get into your body through your mouth. Then, they burrow into the mucus that lines y...
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What is an H. pylori infection?
H. pylori is a very common infection: More than half of all people get it at some point, usually in childhood. Doctors aren't sure why it affects some people differently than others. If it's not treated, it can sometimes cause ulcers, which are painful, open sores in your stomach lining that bleed. Smoking, a diet low ...
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How can your doctor help with the side effects of steroids for Crohn's disease?
If you have Crohn's disease, your doctor may prescribe steroids at some point to help get flares under control. Bisphosphonate drugs, like alendronate ( Fosamax) or risedronate ( Actonel), may help prevent osteoporosis, too. Exercise can help you keep your bones and muscles strong. Eat a healthy diet and stay active to...
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What do progressive lenses look like?
Progressive lenses have three prescriptions in one pair of glasses. Progressives have a seamless look. Sometimes they're called "no-line bifocals," but that's not quite right. It would be more accurate to call progressive lenses "no-line trifocals." Talk to your doctor to see if progressives are an option for you.
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What are common symptoms of sinusitis?
Sinusitis is the inflammation or infection of these sinuses. But some common signs are pain in these areas: Forehead Upper jaw and teeth Area around the eyes Neck, ear, and on the top of the head Severe sinusitis can also cause: Thick yellow or green mucus Bad-tasting postnasal drip Fever Weakness Fatigue Cough Usually...
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Are asthma and sinusitis linked?
According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, as many as half of all people with moderate to severe asthma also have chronic sinusitis. There are lots of treatments available for both sinus infections and asthma.
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Are there treatments for sinus infections and asthma?
For lots of people, sinus infections -- or sinusitis -- and asthma go together. And studies show that treating one condition often helps relieve the symptoms of the other. The key is to treat both conditions aggressively.
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How can I use bitter orange to treat athlete's foot at home?
This oil comes from the leaves of a tree that grows in Australia. Because it can kill some types of bacteria and fungus, people have used it as a home remedy for many years. One study found that when people applied a watered down form of bitter orange oil to their feet three times each day, the fungus cleared up after ...
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Does vinegar treat athlete's foot?
And more studies are needed to prove that green tea can get rid of the fungus, not just make your feet feel and look better. While a vinegar soak won't do your feet any harm, there's not enough research to prove that it will do much good either.
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Can nervous system disorders lead to bladder spasms?
Here's what you need to know about bladder spasms, from the causes to what you can do to ease the pain. However, certain nervous system disorders cause damage to the nerves that send signals between the brain and the bladder. When this happens, the bladder does not work properly. " Neurogenic bladder" is the general te...
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What causes bladder spasms?
The cramping pain could be due to something as simple as your diet or a medication that you are taking, or it could be associated with changes in blood supply and function of the nerves controlling the bladder. When this happens, the condition is called idiopathic bladder spasms.
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Can medications cause bladder spasms?
In some cases, your doctor may not be able to identify the cause. Medications that commonly cause bladder spasms include: Bethanechol (urecholine) A chemotherapy drug called valrubicin ( Valstar) Medicines called diuretics, such as furosemide ( Lasix) or hydrochlorothiazide, which help the body remove excess water What...
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What are symptoms of spinal stenosis?
More specific symptoms include: Sciatica. These shooting pains down your leg start as an ache in the lower back or buttocks. Foot drop. A hard time standing or walking. Loss of bladder or bowel control. Some things you can do to help ease symptoms of spinal stenosis include: Exercise.
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Is there a cure for spinal stenosis?
For most people, the stenosis results from changes because of arthritis. When you are heavier, there will be more pressure on your back.
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Is there medication for spinal stenosis?
These might include: Medication: Common pain remedies such as aspirin, acetaminophen ( Tylenol), ibuprofen ( Advil, Motrin), and naproxen can offer short-term relief. Other medications, including muscle relaxants and anti-seizure medications, treat aspects of spinal stenosis, such as muscle spasms and damaged nerves. C...
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How is spinal stenosis diagnosed?
When you visit your doctor, she's likely to ask you questions about your medical history. After that, she might order at least one of the following tests to figure out whether you have the condition: X-rays. Magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI). It can show tumors, growths, and even damage to discs and ligaments. Computer...
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Does exercising prevent sickness?
Get regular exercise. People who exercise may still catch a virus, but they often have less severe symptoms and may recover more quickly. They may also recover more quickly than people who do not exercise regularly. Check with your doctor before beginning a new exercise program.
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Can flu shots cause the flu?
People with weak immune systems -- the elderly, pregnant women, infants, and people with chronic health problems -- are at highest risk of flu complications such as pneumonia. The flu shot is made from dead viruses and cannot "give" you the flu. The nasal flu vaccine, Flu Mist, is made with a weakened live flu virus. I...
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Can children use over-the-counter cough and cold medicines?
Over-the-counter cold and flu drugs can offer some relief from fever, aches, stuffy nose, and cough. If your child is between 4 and 6, ask your doctor before giving any medicine. It's safe to use these drugs to help relieve symptoms in kids 6 and older. Never give medicines with aspirin to chilodrenunder the age of 19 ...
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What can I do to prevent the flu?
Yet you may not have symptoms, so you don't know you're sick. If they cough or sneeze into their hands (without a tissue), their hands then carry droplets to surfaces they touch. To help protect yourself and prevent spread of cold and flu viruses: Wash hands frequently. Wash your hands afterward. When you cough, turn y...
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What can help my child eat healthier?
It is important that you do not place your overweight child(ren) on a restrictive diet. Serve water with meals. Involve your children in food shopping and preparing meals. Plan for snacks. Eating in front of the TV may make it difficult to pay attention to feelings of fullness, and may lead to overeating. Encourage you...
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How can I prevent throwing my back out?
You can lower your chances of throwing your back out by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. You can also protect your back by not lifting heavy objects. If you can't avoid it, be sure lift the right way: Bend your knees and keep your back straight. It will keep you from pulling something or hurting your back. But if you u...
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When should I call my doctor about tennis elbow?
The main symptom of tennis elbow is pain on the outside of your elbow, which might go into your forearm and wrist. A lot of times, that'll do the trick. But if you still have symptoms after a week or so, or if they get worse, it's time to call your doctor. Also, call your doctor if you have any of these signs and sympt...
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What is the main symptom of tennis elbow?
Tennis elbow is one of those tricky conditions that might go away with a little self-care. You may feel pain when doing nothing at all or with anything from holding a pen to opening a jar.
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What is a common sign of sleep apnea?
When you wake up that often during the night, you can't get a good night's sleep. Sleep apnea is very common in people with MS for another reason.
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What is sleep apnea?
This causes you to stop breathing over and over again. That wakes up your brain to restart your breathing. When you wake up that often during the night, you can't get a good night's sleep. You might also have a sleep study to find out for sure if you have sleep apnea and, if so, how severe it is.
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How can surgery treat type 2 diabetes?
Talk to your doctor to figure out which type is best for you. But if your doctor says your body mass index ( BMI) is higher than 35, you may want to consider this weight loss surgery. It's important to note that long-term effects from it on type 2 diabetes are unknown. Talk to your doctor if you're considering it. Rese...
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How do pills help with type 2 diabetes?
There are several classes of non-insulin medicines to choose from that hit type 2 diabetes in different ways. Because these drugs can work together, your doctor may prescribe you more than one. You might also take one pill that mixes two types of medicine.
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What is the best insulin combination to treat type 2 diabetes?
That's known as combination therapy. There's also "rapid-acting" insulin that starts to work in about half the time, but doesn't work as long. Talk to your doctor to figure out which type is best for you. You and your doctor also need to choose which way to get insulin may work best for you. Your insurance coverage mig...
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How is a coronavirus infection treated?
A coronavirus is a kind of common virus that causes an infection in your nose, sinuses, or upper throat. You treat a coronavirus infection the same way you treat a cold: Get plenty of rest. Drink fluids. Take over-the-counter medicine for sore throat and fever (but don't give aspirin to children or teens younger than 1...
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What are common symptoms of coronavirus?
A coronavirus is a kind of common virus that causes an infection in your nose, sinuses, or upper throat. The symptoms of most coronaviruses are similar to any other upper-respiratory infection, including runny nose, coughing, sore throat, and sometimes a fever. In most cases, you won't know whether you have a coronavir...
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What is a coronavirus?
A coronavirus is a kind of common virus that causes an infection in your nose, sinuses, or upper throat. Most coronaviruses are not dangerous. People also died from a severe acute respiratory syndrome ( SARS ) outbreak in 2003. They get their name from their crown-like shape. Almost everyone gets a coronavirus infectio...
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How can I prevent coronavirus infection?
A coronavirus is a kind of common virus that causes an infection in your nose, sinuses, or upper throat. There is no vaccine for coronavirus. To help prevent coronavirus infection, do the same things you do to avoid the common cold: Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water or with an alcohol-based hand sanit...
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How do you know if you have Lyme disease?
Rheumatoid arthritis ( RA) and Lyme disease are very different conditions that need separate treatments. It's the most common tick-borne disease in the U. S. The disease was named for the place it was first reported in 1975 -- Old Lyme, CT. About 30,000 cases are reported each year, but the CDC believes the number is 1...
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What is the treatment for trichotillomania?
People who have trichotillomania have an irresistible urge to pull out their hair, usually from their scalp, eyelashes, and eyebrows. A doctor might refer someone who has symptoms of trichotillomania to a psychiatrist or psychologist, who can interview the person and see if they might have an impulse control disorder. ...
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Can trichotillomania be prevented?
People who have trichotillomania have an irresistible urge to pull out their hair, usually from their scalp, eyelashes, and eyebrows. A doctor might refer someone who has symptoms of trichotillomania to a psychiatrist or psychologist, who can interview the person and see if they might have an impulse control disorder. ...
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What makes high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol so good?
Good cholesterol, bad cholesterol: what's the difference? Is there a "naughty and nice" list for cholesterol? HDL is short for high-density lipoprotein. The HDL cholesterol particle is dense compared to other types of cholesterol particles, so it's called high-density. It provides stability in every cell of your body. ...
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How does high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol reduce the risk for heart disease?
As it does, it removes harmful bad cholesterol from where it doesn't belong. High HDL levels reduce the risk for heart disease -- but low levels increase the risk. HDL cholesterol acts as a maintenance crew for the inner walls (endothelium) of blood vessels. Damage to the inner walls is the first step in the process of...
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How does cholesterol travel through the bloodstream?
Each bit of HDL cholesterol is a microscopic blob that consists of a rim of lipoprotein surrounding a cholesterol center. HDL reduces, reuses, and recycles LDL cholesterol by transporting it to the liver where it can be reprocessed.
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Is cholesterol the only thing that leads to heart disease?
Remember that multiple factors besides cholesterol contribute to heart disease. People with normal HDL cholesterol can have heart disease. Overall, though, people who have low HDL cholesterol will have greater risk of developing heart disease than people with high HDL levels.
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What are good levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol?
HDL scrubs the wall clean and keeps it healthy A cholesterol test or lipid panel tells the level of HDL cholesterol. What do the numbers mean? HDL cholesterol levels less than 40 mg/d L are low. That's not so good. In general, people with high HDL are at lower risk for heart disease. People with low HDL are at higher r...
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Will my doctor suggest medications to improve my high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol level?
If your HDL is low, you can take several steps to boost your HDL level and reduce your heart disease risk: Exercise . Diabetes, smoking, high blood pressure, obesity, and genetics are all important as well. Because so many factors contribute to heart disease, cholesterol isn't everything.
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How can you treat bipolar spectrum disorders?
Although these disorders do not meet the diagnostic criteria for bipolar illness, some psychiatrists believe they have something important in common with people with bipolar disorder. These medications are typically anti-seizure medications or antipsychotic medications. Examples include: Lithium Lamictal (lamotrigine) ...
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What is the bipolar spectrum?
The bipolar spectrum is a term used to refer to conditions that include not only bipolar disorder as traditionally defined (that is, clear episodes of mania or hypomania as well as depressive syndromes) but also other types of mental conditions that can involve depression or mood swings without manic or hypomanic episo...
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What are common signs of pseudomembranous colitis (PMC)?
The most common signs are: Diarrhea that's watery, foul smelling, or bloody Dehydration Fever Nausea Pus in your stool Stomach cramps See your doctor if you've recently taken antibiotics and have diarrhea. You need medical help any time you have severe diarrhea with stomach cramps or blood or pus in your stool. The goo...
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How can I manage pseudomembranous colitis (PMC) at home?
Pseudomembranous colitis ( PMC) is inflammation in your colon that happens when there's too much of certain bacteria in your system. If you're dealing with PMC symptoms, drink plenty of fluids like water or watered-down fruit juice to help flush out your system. Eat soft foods that are easy to digest like applesauce, r...
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What conditions can pseudomembranous colitis (PMC)?
The good bacteria in your colon usually keep the amount of C. diff in your body under control, but antibiotics can kill the healthy bacteria and let C. diff grow too fast. These include: Cephalosporins ( Cephalexin, Suprax) Clindamycin ( Cleocin) Fluoroquinolones ( Cipro, Levaquin) Penicillin (amoxicillin, ampicillin) ...
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Who's at most risk for pseudomembranous colitis (PMC)?
You're specifically at risk if you: Are over 65 Have been in an intensive-care unit ( ICU) Have burns on your body Have had a C-section or surgeries of the GI tract Have kidney problems Diseases of the colon such as inflammatory bowel disease or colorectal cancer Use chemotherapy drugs Use of drugs called proton-pump i...
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What will you need if your pseudomembranous colitis (PMC) is severe or keeps coming back?
The good bacteria in your colon usually keep the amount of C. diff in your body under control, but antibiotics can kill the healthy bacteria and let C. diff grow too fast. If your PMC is severe or keeps coming back, you may need: Extra rounds of antibiotics Fetal microbial transplant ( FMT), during which your doctor pu...
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Which antibiotics can help with treating pseudomembranous colitis (PMC)?
The good bacteria in your colon usually keep the amount of C. diff in your body under control, but antibiotics can kill the healthy bacteria and let C. diff grow too fast. These include: Fidaxomicin ( Dificid) Metronidazole ( Flagyl) Vancomycin You take these medications by mouth, through a vein, or through a tube in y...
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What is pericardial disease, and why is it sometimes linked to heart failure?
This is a problem with the heart muscle. It can fill with fluid as a result of chest injury, infection, heart attack,an endocrine issue (such as a thyroid issue), or autoimmune problems, as a result of cancer,. If it does, it taxes the heart and raises the odds of heart failure.
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What are side effects of an upper arm lift?
For the first 10 to 14 days after an arm lift, your arms will be quite swollen. There will be some temporary bruising, swelling, and numbness, but this usually disappears in time. The large arm scars will fade over time with the help of scar creams, massage, and silicone tape, but they will never completely go away. Fo...
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How does an upper arm lift work?
Each procedure is major surgery requiring extensive recovery. For the first 10 to 14 days after an arm lift, your arms will be quite swollen. You will need to wear supportive wraps for up to six weeks while the swelling improves. The surgical site can take up to one year to fully heal. During the procedure, the surgeon...
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How does a buttock lift work?
Each procedure is major surgery requiring extensive recovery. During the procedure, the surgeon makes cuts underneath the buttock area, where the surgical scar won't be noticeable. Then, the surgeon removes excess skin and fat. To improve the buttocks' overall look, the surgeon may also do liposuction. All this is typi...
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What are the cons to using estrogen replacement therapy pills?
On its own, estrogen causes a slight increase in the risk of strokes, blood clots, and other problems. When combined with the hormone progestin, the risks of breast cancer and heart attack may rise as well. Oral estrogen -- like any estrogen therapy -- can also cause side effects. These include painful and swollen brea...
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What are the pros to using estrogen replacement therapy patches?
While estrogen pills can be dangerous for people with liver problems, patches are OK, because the estrogen bypasses the liver and goes directly into the blood. A 2007 study also showed that the patch does not pose a risk of blood clots in postmenopausal women like oral estrogen does, though more studies are needed befo...
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What are the cons to using estrogen replacement therapy patches?
Because oral estrogen can be hard on the liver, people with liver damage should not take it. While some experts believe that estrogen patches may be safer than oral estrogen in other ways, it's too early to know. So, for now, assume that estrogen patches pose most of the same risks -- a very small increase in the risk ...
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What are the treatments for keratoacanthoma?
Your doctor will have to remove a large-enough piece so the pathologist can see the shape of the tumor with its distinctive crater. It's the most common type of multiple keratoacanthoma.
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What conditions are related to keratoacanthoma?
The most common treatment is surgery to remove the keratoacanthoma. There can be so many that doctors can't remove them all with surgery. Ferguson- Smith. This can cause as many as 100 keratoacanthomas at one time. It's a condition you can get through your genes and may start as early as age 8. You may take retinoid me...
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What happens when I don't raise my blood sugar in time?
If you don't treat it in time, it can lead to insulin shock, which can cause you to have a seizure or pass out. Talk to your doctor about whether you need a prescription for a glucagon kit. Glucagon is a hormone you can inject that releases stored glucose into your bloodstream. It can raise your blood sugar if you can'...
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Who should I tell about my diabetes?
Prepare for an emergency. Your family members, co-workers, and friends you see often need to be able to help you. Tell them your symptoms of low blood sugar and what types and amounts of food they can give you. If you have emergency glucagon, they should learn how to inject it into your arm, bottom, or thigh, or know t...
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How can I raise my blood sugar?
Always carry quick-sugar foods with you. To raise your blood sugar quickly back to a safe level, you'll need to eat 15 grams of simple carbohydrates. If you don't feel better after you eat and your blood sugar is still low, eat another 15 grams of a quick-sugar food, then retest your glucose. If your next meal is an ho...
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How do I know if I have low blood sugar?
It's called hypoglycemia, and it can happen when your body has too much insulin, or too little food or sugar, called glucose. If you don't treat it in time, it can lead to insulin shock, which can cause you to have a seizure or pass out. You might feel shaky, sweaty, or get a pounding heart. If you don't raise your blo...
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Can I get low blood sugar levels while I manage my diabetes?
You still could get low blood sugar levels. It's called hypoglycemia, and it can happen when your body has too much insulin, or too little food or sugar, called glucose. You might feel shaky, sweaty, or get a pounding heart. You could notice that you're grumpy or upset. It can raise your blood sugar if you can't eat or...
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Who gets interstitial lung disease?
Nonspecific interstitial pneumonitis: Interstitial lung disease that's often present with autoimmune conditions (such as rheumatoid arthritis or scleroderma). Interstitial lung disease can usually be seen on a CT scan.
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What is metastatic melanoma?
You may also hear your doctor refer to it as stage IV melanoma. When? And what type?
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What drugs are used in immunotherapy for metastatic melanoma?
This test uses radioactive material to look for signs of cancer. These can help some people, depending on the size and location of the cancer. It can also be used for late-stage melanoma that cannot be removed by surgery. Ipilimumab is often used in combination with a PD-1 inhibitor. Nivolumab ( Opdivo) and pembrolizum...
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What should you expect if you have metastatic melanoma?
So find support and learn about your treatment options. Although metastatic melanoma is not easy to treat, you do have options.
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What tests are used to diagnose metastatic melanoma?
Have you been diagnosed with melanoma before? This uses radiation in low doses to make pictures of the inside of your body. CT scan (computerized tomography). It uses powerful magnets and radio waves to make pictures of organs and structures inside your body. It helps show blood flow and can help locate cancer growths....
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What are the goals of treatment for metastatic melanoma?
You can get the disease on parts of your body that don't get sunlight, though, like the palms of your hands and the retinas of your eyes. Stop it from spreading to new areas. Make you more comfortable.
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How is metastatic melanoma diagnosed?
Have you been diagnosed with melanoma before? You usually get one of three types: Punch biopsy. Excisional biopsy. Your doctor takes out the entire growth. A doctor will look at the growth under a microscope to see how thick it is. Usually, a thicker tumor means the cancer is more serious. Your doctor can help you find...
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What educational background is necessary to be an occupational therapist for ADHD?
Are you certified and licensed to practice in this state? Occupational therapists use a technique called sensory integrative therapy to help kids with ADHD who have sensory processing disorder.
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What is sensory therapy for kids with ADHD?
The occupational therapist might also test your child for something called sensory processing disorder. In this technique, the therapist helps to reorganize the child's sensory system, using: Deep pressure, such as massage or the use of a weighted vest or blanket Rhythmic, repetitive movements such as on a swing, tramp...
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Should I avoid certain foods or medicines during heart pump medication for heart failure?
This helps make sure the dose is accurate. Tell your doctor or nurse right away the first time any of these side effects happen: Headache Increased heart rate High blood pressure Nausea Vomiting Shortness of breath Faintness, dizziness, or lightheadedness Mild leg cramps or tingling sensation If any of the following si...
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Should you keep taking heart pump drugs if you feel better?
If you are discharged from the hospital with an inotropic medication, a home health nurse will give you specific directions on how to care for your intravenous site, catheter, and infusion pump. Keep all appointments so your doctor can see how well the medicine is working.
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Should you avoid certain foods while taking heart pump medication?
This helps make sure the dose is accurate. Tell your doctor or nurse right away the first time any of these side effects happen: Headache Increased heart rate High blood pressure Nausea Vomiting Shortness of breath Faintness, dizziness, or lightheadedness Mild leg cramps or tingling sensation If any of the following si...
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How can you help with reading if your child has dyslexia?
There are all kinds of ways to support your child's reading. Try some of these ideas: Listen to audio books and have your child read along with them. Make sure he spends some time reading alone, both quietly and aloud. Re-read his favorite books. It may be a little boring for you, but it helps him learn. Take turns rea...
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How can you help your child at school if they have dyslexia?
Next, you'll want to work closely with your child's school to make sure all the right services and resources are in place. There should be a support team helping to create an Individualized Education Plan ( IEP) for your child. This will provide classroom accommodations and extra support to facilitate learning. You cou...
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What is posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
PTSD is a lasting consequence of traumatic ordeals that cause intense fear, helplessness, or horror, such as a sexual or physical assault, the unexpected death of a loved one, an accident, war, or natural disaster. Families of victims can also develop PTSD, as can emergency personnel and rescue workers. ', }, share: { ...
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What are the symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Symptoms of PTSD most often begin within three months of the event. These may include flashbacks, hallucinations, and nightmares. They also may feel great distress when certain things remind them of the trauma, such as the anniversary date of the event. Avoiding: The person may avoid people, places, thoughts, or situat...
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Does the Ferber Method work for most parents in terms of getting their baby to sleep through the night?
Adopting this method might be difficult during the first few nights. Studies show that, even if parents make it through the first night or two, they usually find that enforcing sleep this way is too stressful. Many parents were not able to ignore their babies long enough or consistently enough for them to stop crying a...
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What does childhood apraxia cause?
There are two forms of apraxia of speech -- acquired apraxia and childhood apraxia of speech. It is often accompanied by other language or cognitive deficits, which may cause: Limited vocabulary Grammatical problems Problems with coordination and fine motor skills Difficulties chewing and swallowing Clumsiness Acquired...
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How is apraxia diagnosed?
For instance, they may not be able to lick their lips or wink. Most experts, though, look for the presence of multiple, common apraxia symptoms. Both of these are indicative of other conditions and their presence would help rule out apraxia. For people with possible acquired apraxia, an MRI of the brain may be useful t...
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What is apraxia?
People with orofacial apraxia are unable to voluntarily perform certain movements involving facial muscles. For instance, they may not be able to lick their lips or wink. Another form of apraxia affects a person's ability to intentionally move arms and legs. With apraxia of speech a person finds it difficult or impossi...
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Does risk of ADHD increase if a parent or sibling has it?
There are genetic characteristics that seem to be passed down. If a parent has ADHD, a child has more than a 50% chance of having it. If an older sibling has it, a child has more than a 30% chance. Certain parts of the brain may be less active or smaller in children with ADHD than those without the disorder.
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What does impetigo look like?
The infection may continue to spread at the edges of the infected area or affect other areas of skin. This indicates ecthyma, a deeper form of skin infection that penetrates into the skin.
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What are tips to help food taste better with less salt?
You can teach your taste buds to enjoy less salty foods. Here are a few tips: Check food labels for the amount of salt in foods. Cook rice, pasta and hot cereals without salt. Cut back on instant or flavored rice, pasta, and cereal mixes, because they usually have added salt. A research study called the Dietary Approac...