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How does a breathing test help diagnose idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)?
You take a deep breath in and then blow as hard as you can into a tube connected to the device. You'll wear a clip on your nose so you can only breathe in and out of your mouth. It measures how well your lungs push oxygen through your bloodstream while you're moving around.
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How do lung biopsies help diagnose idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)?
Your doctor clips a small sensor to the tip of your finger or ear. There are different ways to do it. Your doctor may put a needle through your chest, or he may put a long, thin tube through your mouth and down your throat. For some biopsies, you'll only need "local anesthesia," which is medicine that numbs an area on ...
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How do exercise tests help diagnose idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)?
Your doctor may use a device called a spirometer to measure how well your lungs are working. You may have to walk on a treadmill or pedal a stationary bike while hooked up to devices that measure your heart rate, blood pressure, and how much oxygen is in your blood.
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What should you know about treating chronic hives?
When antihistamines and steroids don't work, there are a few more treatments that your doctor might suggest. Together, you and your doctor can decide the best treatment plan for your chronic hives.
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How long does brief psychotic disorder usually last?
After that, people usually recover completely. It's rare, but for some people, it may happen more than once. If symptoms last for more than 6 months, doctors may consider whether the person has schizophrenia.
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How is brief psychotic disorder treated?
In most cases, the disorder is triggered by a major stress or traumatic event. Someone with brief psychotic disorder will probably get medication to treat psychotic symptoms and possibly also psychotherapy (a type of counseling). They may need to be hospitalized for a time if their symptoms are severe or if they might ...
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What's the most common type of cancer in the U.S.?
But it's also one of the most curable cancers when we catch it early. History of skin cancer.
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What is treatment for rotator cuff tendinitis?
If the tendons in your rotator cuff are swollen or damaged, you could have rotator cuff tendinitis. Treatments include: Over-the-counter medicine. Once your pain starts to go away, you can use a heating pad to lessen any stiffness in your shoulder. Stretching.
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How do you treat foot drop?
Early treatment may improve chances of recovery. Physical therapy is used to strengthen foot and leg muscles. It may improve a person's ability to walk. Surgery may be recommended to try to repair or decompress a damaged nerve. In cases where foot drop is permanent, surgery to fuse the foot and ankle joint or to transf...
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Should I join a clinical trial if other cancer treatments aren’t working?
If it turns out that immunotherapy isn't right for you, the treatment you try next will depend on a few things, including: Your health Your age The type of cancer you have Other treatments you've tried Side effects the other treatments caused More standard treatments you might try -- if you haven't already -- include: ...
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What other cancer treatments can I try if immunotherapy is not working?
This uses high-energy X-rays or another kind of radiation to kill cancer cells or stop their growth. This uses a powerful combination of drugs to kill or stop the growth of cancer cells. This zeroes in on things that help cancer cells multiply and survive. This works on types of cancer that need hormones to grow, like ...
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What are ways to teach my child how to handle her own issues?
Show your kids how to resolve disputes in a way that satisfies both siblings involved. Enforce rules. Sharing is important, but children shouldn't be forced to share everything. Get together with the entire family once a week to hash out any issues.
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What issues can lead to sibling rivalry?
Sometimes, the smallest issue can turn into a major battle and strain a sibling relationship to the breaking point. Attention. Giving up a toy or other favorite possession to a sibling can be especially hard on young children. Unique personalities. Feelings of unfair treatment and sibling jealousy can lead to resentmen...
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What are ways to resolve the conflicts when sibling fighting escalates?
Take your kids out of the ring and let them cool down in their own corners -- their rooms. Even if one of your kids is constantly getting into trouble and the other is an angel, don't take sides or compare your kids (for example, " Why can't you be more like your sister?"). Don't make everything equal. To let your kids...
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Can diet and exercise help with hepatitis C?
But what you eat and how much you move makes a difference in how healthy you are with the disease. Some people with hepatitis C find that the disease makes them less hungry.
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How can you make exercise fun if you have diabetes?
( If you're trying to lose weight, aim for your workouts to last around 60 minutes.) You're more likely to stay active if you find a workout you enjoy.
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What is the best way to exercise if you have diabetes?
Your activities should be at least "moderately intense," which means that you're able to talk, but not sing, while you do it. Twice a week, use hand weights or elastic bands at your gym or at home. Exercises like pushups and squats, which use your own body weight to build strength, are also good choices. You're more li...
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How should I track my carbohydrates if I have diabetes?
Your doctor or a registered dietitian can coach you on how to do it. Keep an eye on your food portions to manage your blood sugar. It also helps keep your blood sugar in check.
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Should I measure my meals and snacks if I have diabetes?
Check serving sizes listed on the " Nutrition Facts" labels. There are also easy ways to get a picture in your mind of a serving size. For instance, one serving of meat is about the size of your palm. A cup of salad or a casserole is a big as your fist. It also helps keep your blood sugar in check. Twice a week, use ha...
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What are possible causes of schizoid personality disorder?
Some mental health professionals speculate that a bleak childhood where warmth and emotion were absent contributes to the development of the disorder. The higher risk for schizoid personality disorder in families of schizophrenics suggests that a genetic susceptibility for the disorder might be inherited. There is no k...
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Can you get DHEA from foods?
There is no standard dosage of DHEA. Wild yams contain a substance similar to DHEA that is used to make DHEA in the laboratory. The body manufactures DHEA naturally in the adrenal glands.
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What causes vitamin-deficiency anemia?
Vitamin-deficiency anemia can happen when you aren't getting enough vitamin B12 and folate. You need these two vitamins to make red blood cells. Megaloblastic anemia: When you don't get enough vitamin B12, folate, or both Pernicious anemia: When your body doesn't absorb enough vitamin B12 Other causes of vitamin defici...
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What should you do if you have stroke symptoms?
Stroke is a medical emergency. Immediate treatment can save your life or increase the chances of a full recovery. If you think you are having a stroke, the most important step is to call 9-1-1.
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What are common symptoms of stroke?
A stroke, sometimes called a "brain attack," occurs when blood flow to an area in the brain is cut off. The most common symptoms of a stroke are: Weakness or numbness of the face, arm, or leg on one side of the body. Loss of vision or dimming (like a curtain falling) in one or both eyes. Loss of speech, difficulty talk...
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What is hemorrhagic stroke?
There are two types of stroke. Hemorrhagic (heh-more-raj-ik) strokes occur when a blood vessel in the brain breaks or ruptures. The result is blood seeping into the brain tissue, causing damage to brain cells. The most common causes of hemorrhagic stroke are high blood pressure and brain aneurysms. Up to 50% of all str...
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What is ischemic stroke?
The brain cells, deprived of the oxygen and glucose needed to survive, die. There are two types of stroke. Ischemic strokeis similar to a heart attack, except it occurs in the blood vessels of the brain. Ischemic stroke can also occur when too much plaque (fatty deposits and cholesterol) clogs the brain's blood vessels...
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What is transient ischemic attack (TIA)?
Ischemic stroke can also occur when too much plaque (fatty deposits and cholesterol) clogs the brain's blood vessels. Immediately call 911 if you or someone you know shows the symptoms of a stroke. These are called transient ischemic attacks (also called TIA or "mini-stroke") and are short, brief episodes of the stroke...
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What happens in laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer?
Tiny incisions are made to create a passageway for a special instrument called a laparoscope. This thin telescope-like instrument with a miniature video camera and light source is used to transmit images to a video monitor. The surgeon watches the video screen while performing the procedure with small instruments that ...
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What is it like after colorectal cancer surgery?
When you arrive in the operating room, the nurses will help you onto the operating table. You will have an oxygen mask covering your nose and mouth. This mask delivers a cool mist of oxygen that helps eliminate the remaining anesthesia from your system and soothes your throat. Your throat may be sore from the breathing...
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How can colorectal cancer surgery affect how you eat?
When you wake up from colorectal cancer surgery, you will be in a recovery room. Surgery can cause the bowel to become swollen and the wave-like contractions that move food along the intestinal tract (called peristalsis) may be reduced after surgery. As a result, food may not pass through the colon as quickly, causing ...
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How can you prepare for a colorectal cancer surgery?
Your surgeon will meet with you to answer any questions you may have before your colorectal cancer procedure. You will be asked questions about your health history and a general physical exam will be performed. You may also need to meet with another doctor prior to surgery. Finally, you will meet with an anesthesiologi...
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What happens in a traditional "open" colorectal cancer surgery?
Before starting the surgery, your surgeon will take a thorough look at your abdominal cavity to make sure that laparoscopy will be safe for you. As a result, food may not pass through the colon as quickly, causing a sense of fullness or bloating.
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What is the healing power of honey?
Some also boost production of special cells that can repair tissue damaged by infection. But not all honey is the same. The antibacterial quality of honey depends on the type of honey as well as when and how it's harvested. Some kinds may be 100 times more potent than others. But some types, including manuka honey, als...
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How is manuka honey used?
The main medical use for manuka honey is on top of a wound. It is generally used for treating minor wounds and burns. Manuka honey is also marketed for use in many other conditions, including: Preventing and treating cancer Reducing high cholesterol Reducing inflammation inside the body Treating diabetes Treating eye, ...
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What are the components of manuka honey?
But not all honey is the same. Hydrogen peroxide gives most honey its antibiotic quality. But some types, including manuka honey, also have other ingredients with antibacterial qualities. The major antibacterial component in manuka honey is methylglyoxal ( MG). MG is a compound found in most types of honey, but usually...
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What do scientific studies say about the effectiveness of manuka honey?
The higher the concentration of MG, the stronger the antibiotic effect. Another recent study suggests that manuka honey may help prevent gingivitis and other periodontal disease by reducing the buildup of plaque. Another possible benefit of honey is that, unlike antibiotics, it doesn't appear to lead to resistant bacte...
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What should I do about my stye?
It looks like a pimple, and it can be sore. Here are other signs: A red bump with or without a small pus spot in the center The feeling that there's something in your eye Your eye feels sensitive to bright light Crust along the eyelid A scratchy or itchy feeling around the eye Your eye makes extra tears After several d...
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What do the results of a uric acid blood test mean?
That's when you might need a uric acid blood test, which measures how much uric acid you have in your blood. It measures the uric acid in milligrams (mg) and the blood in deciliters (d L), so you'll see a number with units of mg/d L. What's a normal range varies with different labs, so check with your doctor to help yo...
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Why is exercise important for multiple sclerosis (MS)?
Being active gives you more energy and makes you less tired. It can boost your mood and help prevent bladder and bowel problems. Some type of aerobic exercise is important -- it lifts mood and boosts your heart health.
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How do aerobic exercises help people with multiple sclerosis?
Exercise isn't just good for your overall health, it's an important part of multiple sclerosis ( MS) treatment. Some type of aerobic exercise is important -- it lifts mood and boosts your heart health. Walking, running, and biking are all good. If you have leg weakness or other problems moving, you could try other thin...
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What should you know about congestive heart failure?
It means it's not pumping blood the way it should. When that happens, blood and fluid can back up in your body and make it harder for your kidneys to flush out sodium and water. That can make you hold on to too much fluid, which causes swelling. There's no cure. But your doctor may give you medication to do things like...
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What causes congestive heart failure?
Congestive heart failure doesn't mean your heart has stopped. But your doctor may give you medication to do things like lower your blood pressure, relax your blood vessels, make your heart beat stronger, or ease swelling. Anything that damages your heart muscle or makes it work too hard can lead to congestive heart fai...
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What's the treatment for central precocious puberty?
If your doctor can find a specific cause, he'll treat that. In some cases, doctors can use a drug to block sex hormones and prevent further development. The part of the body where they get the shot or implant may hurt a bit, or their skin might get irritated around that spot, but there don't seem to be any long-term si...
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How can I help my child deal with emotions related to central precocious puberty?
Talk with your child's doctor about what's happening. Keep the lines of communication open. Encourage your child to talk freely about her feelings. Treat your kid appropriately for her age. Watch out for teasing. Do what you can to boost her self-esteem. Try to focus your praise on academics or activities, rather than ...
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How do I know if my child has central precocious puberty?
Early puberty can also cause problems with bone growth. If the symptoms aren't severe, it can be hard to tell if it's CPP. Your doctor may want your child to see a doctor who focuses on children's hormones and growth, called a pediatric endocrinologist. He'll look for signs of puberty, but he may also check: Hormone le...
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Where can I get support about central precocious puberty (CPP)?
But central precocious puberty ( CPP) is a rare condition. Most kids want to fit in with their peers.
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Can biofeedback help treat epilepsy?
There have been some studies of alternative treatments for epilepsy -- including biofeedback, melatonin, or large doses of vitamins: Biofeedback Biofeedback is a method of using relaxation or imagery to change body functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure. A biofeedback practitioner measures these fu...
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What is corneal topography and how does it help diagnose astigmatism?
This advanced technology provides the most detailed information about your cornea's shape. The doctor will tell you to look at something specific. Meanwhile, the device collects thousands of tiny measurements. A computer then builds a color map of your cornea from the data. Your doctor will refer to it if he plans surg...
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What problems can happen after LASIK?
Your eye doctor can correct it with glasses, contact lenses, or surgery. Once he covers your eyes with transparent shields, you're ready to go home. Most people who have LASIK are happy with the results. But there are some potential downsides to LASIK: The procedure could over- or under-correct your vision, which will ...
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How can eyeglass lenses help with treating astigmatism?
The measurements tell your doctor about the shape of your cornea and how well it can focus. They work well when you look straight ahead. But depending on how much correction you need, they might make the floor or walls look tilted. This should go away as you get used to them. If you have severe astigmatism it might tak...
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What is a phoropter?
The doctor will swing that big lens machine (it's called a phoropter) in front of your face. You'll look through it and tell him which lens choice helps you see the best. Sometimes, the doctor looks at your eye through a handheld device called a retinoscope. Then he'll offer you different choices in lenses through the ...
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How is astigmatism diagnosed?
A diagnosis starts with a visit to the eye doctor. Keratometry. This machine measures the bend in the center of your cornea. It determines the steepest and the flattest curves. The measurements tell your doctor about the shape of your cornea and how well it can focus. The doctor also uses the keratometer to fit contact...
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What are eating tips for when trying to lose weight?
Write down your reasons for wanting to lose weight. Sitting at home watching TV could be a trigger to eat when you're not hungry. If you're bored or stressed, go for a walk or text a friend. Eating out?
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Is memory loss normal?
Many of these causes are treatable. Here are some things that can lead to sudden memory loss -- and what you can do about them: Many prescription drugs you might take can affect your memory. If you feel sad or have lost interest in things you once enjoyed, see a mental health professional to get treated.
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What is amnesia?
When you can't focus, you can't remember very well. It can be caused by injury or damage to your brain.
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What drugs will you need to treat diabetes?
Your blood sugar (also called blood glucose) levels may be high if your pancreas is producing little or no insulin (type 1 diabetes), or if the body is not responding normally to insulin (type 2 diabetes). You will need insulin in the form of injections or through use of a continuous pump. Learning to give injections t...
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Why do I need to take insulin if I have diabetes?
Your blood sugar (also called blood glucose) levels may be high if your pancreas is producing little or no insulin (type 1 diabetes), or if the body is not responding normally to insulin (type 2 diabetes). You will need insulin in the form of injections or through use of a continuous pump. Learning to give injections t...
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What are the benefits of exercise for people with diabetes?
Exercise helps some people with type 2 diabetes lower their blood glucose levels and may help prevent the disease in those at risk. For people with either type of diabetes, exercise can lower the chance of having a heart attack or stroke and can improve circulation. It may offer stress relief, as well. Most people with...
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Does vitamin E help diabetes?
Vitamin C may make up for low blood levels of insulin, which normally works to help cells absorb the vitamin. But too much can cause kidney stones and other problems. Talk to your doctor before adding this supplement.
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How may vitamin C help with the treatment for diabetes?
Talk to your doctor about what type of exercise is right for you. Vitamin C may make up for low blood levels of insulin, which normally works to help cells absorb the vitamin. Proper amounts of vitamin C may help the body maintain a good cholesterol level and keep blood sugar levels under control.
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What tests are used to diagnose the type of lung cancer?
Lung cancer, which originates in the lungs, can also spread to other parts of the body, such as distant bones, the liver, adrenal glands, or the brain. Nearby lymph nodes can be tested for cancer cells with a procedure called a mediastinoscopy, while imaging techniques such as CT scans, PET scans, bone scans, and eithe...
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Is lung cancer visible on an X-ray?
Once lung cancer begins to cause symptoms, it is usually visible on an X-ray. Occasionally, lung cancer that has not yet begun to cause symptoms is spotted on a chest X-ray taken for another purpose. Nearby lymph nodes can be tested for cancer cells with a procedure called a mediastinoscopy, while imaging techniques su...
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What tests do doctors use to determine the type of lung cancer and how far it has spread?
Lung cancer, which originates in the lungs, can also spread to other parts of the body, such as distant bones, the liver, adrenal glands, or the brain. Nearby lymph nodes can be tested for cancer cells with a procedure called a mediastinoscopy, while imaging techniques such as CT scans, PET scans, bone scans, and eithe...
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How long will I be contagious due to bronchitis?
The first few days you're sick, it will probably be hard to tell if you have a “regular” cold or bronchitis. Since you may not know what kind of illness you have -- and doctors don't test for individual viruses, since there are hundreds of them -- it's best to assume you could spread the disease while you have cold...
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How can you tell if benign episodic unilateral mydriasis is causing your pupils to appear large?
When it's bright, they get smaller, or constrict, to let in less light. Medicines, injuries, and diseases can all cause this eye condition. Ask your eye doctor if you need to avoid driving until your pupils go back to their normal size.
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What are optimal doses of black currant?
Optimal doses of black currant have not been set for any condition. Quality and active ingredients in supplements may vary widely from maker to maker. This makes it hard to set a standard dose. Be sure to tell your doctor about any supplements you're taking, even if they're natural.
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How safe is black currant?
You can eat the berry of the black currant plant. The berry is also used as a flavoring in liqueurs and other products. More information is needed to know whether its dried leaf is safe.
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How should you exercise to prevent fatigue from hepatitis C?
You may have days when you feel fine and others when you're just too tired to do things you normally do. If your doctor gives you the green light, start with a 10-minute walk, and build up to 30 minutes of moderate activity on most days of the week. If you're having trouble with daily activities because you're too tire...
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How should you pace yourself to prevent fatigue from hepatitis C?
Listen to your body and give yourself some downtime when you need it. It sounds hard when you're already tired, but moving around actually gives you energy.
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How is C-reactive protein produced?
LDL cholesterol not only coats the walls of your arteries, but it also damages them. This damage causes inflammation that the body tries to heal by sending a "response team" of proteins called "acute phase reactants." CRP is one of these proteins. It's a test for inflammation in the body. A variation of the CRP test, t...
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What is a silent stroke?
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What are side effects and risks of bronchial thermoplasty for asthma?
It's a way to open your airways. It's common to feel sleepy right after your treatment. You may also cough or wheeze some, or be short of breath. These symptoms usually go away in a week. In rare cases, you may need hospital care for your symptoms. There is a risk that the treatment will trigger a bad asthma attack tha...
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What causes rumination disorder?
The exact cause of rumination disorder is not known; however, there are several factors that may contribute to its development: Physical illness or severe stress may trigger the behavior. For some children, the act of chewing is comforting. It may be a way for the child to gain attention. Since most children outgrow ru...
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How do doctors diagnose temporal arteritis?
They'll also look for swelling and a weak pulse in the temporal artery in your scalp. You may need a biopsy of the temporal artery. If so, your doctor will numb an area of your scalp and remove a small piece of the temporal artery. A doctor will then check it under a microscope. The cells of an inflamed artery look ver...
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What is the link between temporal arteritis and polymyalgia rheumatica?
The swelling slows blood flow through your arteries, and that can cause symptoms like headaches and pain in your face and joints. About half of people with temporal arteritis have polymyalgia rheumatica ( PMR) as well. Symptoms include stiffness and aching in your arms, neck, lower back, and thighs. It can be treated w...
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What is sensory processing disorder?
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What causes mycosis fungoides and who can get it?
It could be related to a virus, exposure to a chemical, or your genes. It can happen at any age, but most people get it in their 50s or 60s. Men are two times more likely than women to have it. It can be hard for your doctor to know for sure that you have mycosis fungoides.
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What causes mycosis fungoides?
It could be related to a virus, exposure to a chemical, or your genes. It can happen at any age, but most people get it in their 50s or 60s. Men are two times more likely than women to have it. It can be hard for your doctor to know for sure that you have mycosis fungoides.
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What is Sézary syndrome?
When cancerous T-cells are found in your blood as well as in your skin, it's called Sézary syndrome. It may look like you have sunburn, and your skin may itch like crazy. Sézary syndrome grows and spreads fast and is more difficult to treat than mycosis fungoides. This usually is used to treat advanced cases of mycos...
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What non-food items can trigger wheat allergy?
It can be a challenge to avoid wheat because it's in so many things. Foods with wheat protein include: Bran Bread crumbs Bulgur Couscous Durum, durum flour, and durum wheat Einkorn Farina Farro (also known as emmer) Kamut Semolina Sprouted wheat Triticale Wheat (bran, germ, gluten, grass, malt, starch) Wheat berries Wh...
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How much should you exercise to help control your diabetes?
You don't have to join a gym and do cross-training. Just walk, ride a bike, or play active video games. Your goal should be 30 minutes of activity that makes you sweat and breathe a little harder most days of the week. An active lifestyle helps you control your diabetes by bringing down your blood sugar. It also lowers...
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How can smoking affect how you control your diabetes?
This is even more important if you take insulin or drugs to control your blood sugars. Exercise. Diabetes raises your odds of heart disease. Smoking also can make it harder to exercise. Talk with your doctor about ways to quit.
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How do you do heat or ice therapy for aches and pains?
Heat boosts the flow of blood and nutrients to an area of the body. Cold slows blood flow, reducing swelling and pain. It's often best for short-term pain, like that from a sprain or a strain. Each can give you relief from these symptoms: Muscle aches, spasms, and pains Lower and upper back pain Stiff, swollen, or tend...
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What is stage 1 colon cancer?
The cancer is found only in the innermost lining of the colon. But it hasn't spread to the outer wall or outside the colon.
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What is stage 0 rectal cancer?
To treat this early stage cancer, a surgeon can remove the tumor or a small section of the rectum where the cancer is. The tumor has broken through the inner lining of the rectum.
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What is involved in the process of staging for lung cancer?
It depends on what type of lung cancer you have and how advanced it is. This usually involves getting a CT scan of the chest and abdomen, and possibly a PET scan. You may also get a bone scan, a CT or MRI scan of the brain, and other tests.
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What are the treatments for advanced lung cancer?
You might get radiation and chemotherapy to shrink tumors and help control symptoms. Before recommending which treatment or combination of treatments is right for you, your doctor will determine how advanced your lung cancer is, a process called staging.
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What raises my risk of lung cancer?
Although the disease is the No. It's much more common among people who smoke. Other risk factors are exposure to asbestos, radon gas, air pollution, and having had radiation therapy before. Smoking is almost always the cause.
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Can non-smokers get lung cancer?
But people who have never smoked can get it too. For some of these people, breathing in secondhand smoke may be a culprit, or there may be genetic or environmental causes, such as if you work with asbestos or are exposed to high levels of radon over a long time.
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What is the difference between bursitis and tendinitis?
Is one of your joints swollen and tender, and does it hurt when you move? Bursitis is different from tendinitis, which is inflammation or irritation in the cord, or tendon, that attaches your muscle to bone.
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How does surgery help treat varicose veins?
Surgical techniques to treat varicose veins include ligation (tying off of a vein) and stripping (removal of a long segment of vein), ambulatory phlebectomy, which allows for the removal of large surface veins through very small incisions that do not need stitches, and endoscopic vein surgery. Surgery is generally used...
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What is radiofrequency occlusion for varicose veins?
During this procedure, a small catheter is inserted into the vein to deliver radiofrequency energy to the vein wall, causing it to heat, collapse, and seal shut. The procedure is generally done in an outpatient or in-office setting and may be done under local anesthesia. Surgery may be performed using local, spinal, or...
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What is frostbite?
In severely frigid weather, frostbite can happen in just 5 minutes. When it's cold out, exposed skin may get red or sore. Early frostbite affects the top layers of the skin. Instead, soak the affected hands and feet in warm water (104 F to 107 F), or place a washcloth with warm water on the affected areas that can't be...
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What are the symptoms of frostbite?
This is called frostnip, and it's an early warning sign of frostbite. If this happens, find warm shelter quickly. Symptoms of frostbite depend on how deep it goes into the body. There are three stages. Early frostbite affects the top layers of the skin. More advanced cases can go all the way through to the muscles and ...
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What is botulinum toxin?
There are four types: Onabotulinumtoxin A ( Botox/ Botox Cosmetic) Rimabotulinumtoxin B ( Myobloc) Abobotulinumtoxin A ( Dysport) Incobotulinumtoxin A ( Xeomin) These drugs also treat other problems, including a condition in which the neck muscles contract over and over (cervical dystonia), migraine headaches, and blin...
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How can I avoid a skin reaction from beauty products?
But if you notice that you have skin reactions -- like irritation, rashes, or allergies -- to certain ingredients, these tips can help you steer clear. Look for products with the fewest ingredients. Before you start to use a new product, place a small amount on the inside of your elbow and wait 48 to 72 hours. Always p...
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How can you avoid an allergic reaction to beauty products?
You'll be less likely to have a skin reaction to it. To make sure no perfume is included, look for products marked “fragrance-free” or “without perfume.” Preservatives are in almost every product that contains water. All of the most common preservatives have been linked to skin allergies. But that doesn't mean ...
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What is neuromuscular therapy massage?
Four common strokes of Swedish massage are: Effleurage: a smooth, gliding stroke used to relax soft tissue Petrissage: the squeezing, rolling, or kneading that follows effleurage Friction: deep, circular movements that cause layers of tissue to rub against each other, helping to increase blood flow and break down scar ...
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How do you decide which massage style is best?
Before you can decide which massage style is best for you, you need to ask yourself a question. Before booking a massage, let the therapist know what you're looking for and ask which style the therapist uses. Many use more than one style. Or the therapist may customize your massage, depending on your age, condition, or...
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What are different massage therapy styles?
Today, if you need or want a massage, you can choose from about 80 massage therapy styles with a wide variety of pressures, movements, and techniques. These all involve pressing, rubbing, or manipulating muscles and other soft tissues with hands and fingers. Sometimes, even forearms, elbows, or feet are used. The most ...