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3bad046604dda58c8aecadb994d2f61e | What can I do to keep myself healthy if I have polycythemia vera? | Most people with polycythemia vera take low-dose aspirin. There are a lot of ways you can keep yourself comfortable and as healthy as possible: Don't smoke or chew tobacco. Tobacco makes blood vessels narrow, which can make blood clots more likely. Get some light exercise, such as walking, to help your circulation and ... |
efaeea6d58f14f3e89dfc8efc58e614a | What can you do to manage polycythemia vera? | Most people with polycythemia vera take low-dose aspirin. There are a lot of ways you can keep yourself comfortable and as healthy as possible: Don't smoke or chew tobacco. Tobacco makes blood vessels narrow, which can make blood clots more likely. Get some light exercise, such as walking, to help your circulation and ... |
a977cb8c7ea3bcaf7ed1fe0fa5c9495c | How will the doctor diagnose polycythemia vera? | They'll also see if your face is unusually red. Your doctor may ask you questions like: Do you get a lot of headaches? Have you lost weight lately? Do you sometimes feel dizzy or weak? Have you had shortness of breath? Do you sweat a lot at night? Your doctor or a physical therapist can show you how. |
1a47d4438aab823267634761ebe4b056 | How do you measure your pulse to check your heart rate? | You can tell how fast your heart is beating by feeling your pulse. Place your index and middle finger of your hand on the inner wrist of the other arm, just below the base of the thumb. You should feel a tapping or pulsing against your fingers. Count the number of taps you feel in 10 seconds. Multiply that number by 6 ... |
5e2197eb95fc306266b97a158c1132c3 | What can you expect during a doctor's exam for heart disease? | During your visit, your doctor will: Listen to your heart Take your heart rate Check your blood pressure Your doctor will use a stethoscope to hear your heartbeat. Your doctor can also learn about your heart's health by looking at other parts of your body, such as your eyes, arms, legs, and skin. This will let him know... |
ae846862dffeaf953476fa8505cd6641 | Who is a candidate for lesionectomy? | In addition, it must be possible to remove the lesion and surrounding brain tissue without causing damage to areas of the brain responsible for vital functions, such as movement, sensation, language, and memory. There also must be a reasonable chance that the person will benefit from surgery. Lesionectomy results are e... |
968ec767be90e36aea38c453a5b1970f | Can chiropractic treatment and massage treat pain? | Acupuncture also may be an acceptable alternative to or may be included as part of a comprehensive pain management program. Chiropractic treatment is the most common non-surgical treatment for back pain. Massage is being increasingly used by people suffering from pain, mostly to manage chronic back and neck problems. M... |
9e242e0b95763e52cc509cf669c289e5 | Can acupuncture treat pain? | Although the World Health Organization currently recognizes more than 30 diseases or conditions that can be helped by acupuncture treatment, one of the main uses of acupuncture is for pain relief. Acupuncture is also thought to decrease pain by increasing the release of chemicals that block pain, called endorphins. Acu... |
70ee1706546cef6832cc54509aa8acc3 | What is the connection between enthesitis and arthritis? | Tendons are the tissues that attach your muscles to your bones. Enthesitis is common in some forms of arthritis, including psoriatic arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Over time, enthesitis can lead to: Calcification or ossification: Inflammation of the entheses can cause new bone tissue to form. It's a common sympt... |
426e1920f5225f3707b44267f8155ba7 | What is enthesitis? | Tendons are the tissues that attach your muscles to your bones. Ligaments are what attach your bones to one another. Enthesitis is when they get inflamed and become painful because of injury, overuse, or disease. It also can happen in some children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (also known as juvenile rheumatoid a... |
45e38834b621630e90666e594f8bc515 | How can inflammation of the entheses affect new bone tissue? | It also can happen in some children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (also known as juvenile rheumatoid arthritis). It isn't usually linked to osteoarthritis or adult rheumatoid arthritis ( RA), but people with those conditions can have it. Over time, enthesitis can lead to: Calcification or ossification: Inflammatio... |
67f259d82852c414f593855bcdc10d46 | Is dandruff a serious condition? | You can't catch it from anyone else or pass it on. It can be uncomfortable or embarrassing, though. More serious outbreaks can be red and painful. |
32c415295f6a46662b01cecbca634bc2 | How is scalp psoriasis different from dandruff? | Once you have the right diagnosis, you can treat the cause and get some relief. Psoriasis can affect your scalp, and the red, scaly patches it causes can flake off like dandruff does. |
0f2fcdf2f17737fd7ef331a9f0bb7e13 | How can you support an older loved one after the death of a spouse or a partner? | The grief can last for a long time. Her feelings might go back and forth from very sad one day, to cheerful the next, to angry after that. These swings happen less often and ease up over time, but they can last for years. You'll want to respect what she's going through, and also encourage her to take care of herself. Y... |
8a656ac3d03e561be84f574d9e7a0349 | What are some practical tips for helping in older person prepare for changes ahead? | When you help a loved one through some of the big life changes that come with aging, you'll share of the good times and some of the tougher ones. She might need a little help and feel ready to move in with you or other relatives. If she eventually needs more medical or personal care than your family can give her, you m... |
005d8dc99bb8b2cdd92d93ff3862a152 | Will someone need to move when they get older? | The home they've lived in and loved for years might not work so well for them now. For example, your mom may need a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor so she doesn't have to climb stairs. She might need a little help and feel ready to move in with you or other relatives. If she eventually needs more medical or per... |
c03ff0e47beb6056f4890fbf9096e2dc | How can you help an older loved one manage grief? | You know that someone going through grief will need a lot of support. You may notice changes in her emotions. These swings happen less often and ease up over time, but they can last for years. You'll want to respect what she's going through, and also encourage her to take care of herself. Make sure she eats well, gets ... |
963721918a77289028116c63708d8a59 | How can you make sure if you're older loved one is safe to drive? | Make sure that rugs have non-slip backing. If you're not sure, you can ask your loved one's doctor to do a driving safety evaluation and vision, thinking, or memory tests. If the doctor thinks it's OK for your loved one to drive but you're still worried, you can suggest some things that may ease your stress. Ask her do... |
b7d8f579e4d4a999ff82a57f89d3503c | How can I help my bipolar disorder through my relationships? | Obviously, you don't need to tell everyone you know about your condition. But you also shouldn't rely on only one person. It's much better to have a number of people you can turn to in a crisis or when you need help (such as a ride or child care while you go to a doctor's appointment). Decide how often friends and fami... |
2e18b2c3bfb449868dc7c5c22a1f782e | What should I do if family or friends have been hurt by my bipolar disorder? | During a manic or depressive phase, you may have upset people you care about. So try to hear them out and see things from their point of view. If you've hurt people, apologize. Let them know that you didn't mean to act the way you did, and reassure them that you're getting treatment. If you've just come out of a manic ... |
00861c226f42d5f04902159692d54402 | What should you know about skin conditions and warts? | There are more than 60 kinds of HPV, some of which tend to cause warts on the skin. HPV stimulates quick growth of cells on the skin's outer layer. In most cases, common warts appear on the fingers, near the fingernails, or on the hands. Certain types of HPV can also cause warts to appear in the genital area. Warts are... |
6a4427c669ccd86c639da44aaf08fef0 | What are several recognized forms of depression? | There are several recognized forms of depression: Major depression . Symptoms are serious and last for weeks or months. Psychotic depression. Suicide risk is especially high in this form of depression. Persistent depressive disorder. With bipolar disorder, episodes of depression alternate with mania, an excessively "hi... |
529b0a8f87dd6cc0758bbc18050c6f5d | What are the ingredients of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine? | Human papillomavirus ( HPV) is the virus that causes cervical cancer in women and genital warts in men and women. Genetically modified bacteria produce the proteins, which are then purified and mixed into a sterile, water-based solution. |
dfc690ee7d3419ebc9045bb009efe609 | Why should adults get the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine? | HPV infection usually causes no symptoms, but can cause genital warts and anal cancer in both women and men. The HPV vaccine prevents infection by the HPV types responsible for most cervical cancers. Today, Gardasil 9 is the only available HPV vaccine in the U. S. Gardasil 9 prevents infection by the same HPV types as ... |
5ffcaadcace1b8074af0edb7167881e9 | How can picturing a word help me improve my recall? | Carry one with you. The name April could bring to mind a spring tree in bloom. |
5188182dfd970ff04a346dab727c64dc | How can playing games help me sharpen my memory? | Use the one on your computer or cell phone to keep track of your schedule. Although the research on brain training is new, it's encouraging. Studies show it might improve short-term memory. One study even showed that playing a racing video game helped improve focus and memory. But more research is needed to see if it r... |
18b518a51b19cacbb4b3577f07c4f1e6 | What precautions do I need to know before taking red yeast rice? | Do not take red yeast rice if you are using statins, drugs that suppress the immune system, antifungal drugs, certain antibiotics, or protease inhibitors (for HIV). People taking red yeast rice should avoid grapefruits. Also, alcohol may increase the risk of liver damage from red yeast rice. Check with your doctor or p... |
7ea7bd73590e24790100d1e81a02fb43 | How do flexibility exercises help with rheumatoid arthritis? | Whatever activity you do, warm up first and stretch afterward. Avoid moves that call for fast or repeated movements that hurt your joints. |
d128463ec116612c5d3b79006b41dab7 | How often should someone with rheumatoid arthritis walk? | Build up to 30 minutes of aerobic exercise a day, five times a week. Get details on the Arthritis Foundation website. |
a04c91e376a4df470fdb9abc745be307 | How can I get motivated to exercise if I have rheumatoid arthritis? | Set a goal: Maybe you want to lose a few pounds, get in better shape for a trip, or walk a 5 K. Set small targets that will get you to your larger goal. Reward yourself when you meet each milestone. Get help to get going. |
864b82e2f37af267aacc35f720e660ee | Should I do warm-water aerobics if I have rheumatoid arthritis? | The water can soothe sore joints. A class can help you make some new friends who understand what you're going through. |
b60c6a3871c0f6ac4cc48501e368ba66 | What can someone do to help their rheumatoid arthritis? | It might sound crazy at first, but a workout can boost your energy and make you more flexible. The next day, try to do a minute more, and so on. |
ee29ea0f3a692466616b9cd8b7a89146 | Can I do flexibility exercises if I have rheumatoid arthritis? | Whatever activity you do, warm up first and stretch afterward. Avoid moves that call for fast or repeated movements that hurt your joints. |
4518b390c18592bba78779abdddb001d | I have diabetes, what type of prescription medicines can raise my glucose? | They treat diseases caused by inflammation, like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and allergies. Common steroids include hydrocortisone and prednisone. Birth control pills Drugs that treat high blood pressure, such as beta-blockers and thiazide diuretics Statins to lower cholesterol Adrenaline for severe allergic reactions... |
67ce9df350cf759bae015052e21e097b | How are systemic and biologic medications used to treat inverse psoriasis? | Because of its location, the disease may also cause: Irritation from rubbing and sweating Yeast, fungal, and bacterial infections Sexual problems because of discomfort Doctors aren't sure what causes psoriasis, but they know that your genes and your immune system play a major role. You'll get these drugs by injection o... |
54875a50e414a2eb28a7f1d3b0d320d1 | Are there multiple treatment options for inverse psoriasis? | You can work with your doctor to find one that works best for you. They can affect the same area, but there are differences between inverse psoriasis and jock itch. |
6d8cbc5dbf07db3940cc73ee6a62e708 | What are some other symptoms of inverse psoriasis? | If you have inverse psoriasis, you'll notice red, shiny patches in certain places, like: Your armpits The skin folds around your genitals and between your buttocks Under your breasts Your groin The skin in these areas is more sensitive, so the condition is often a challenge to manage and treat. Lesions can cause cracks... |
100d36f97c3d22d8a4c4d90d0bf861d9 | What are symptoms of iron poisoning in children? | Remove the Iron Supplements Check the child's hands and mouth, as well as the surrounding area, for any remaining iron tablets. The doctor will test iron levels in the body. Pumping the stomach might help, but only within an hour of swallowing the pills. |
4706383361e5965a0c849ceae2b9303c | How does lupus affect my joints and muscles? | Be gentle on your hair. Lupus can also damage nerves in the muscles that control your eye movements. Try a warm shower or bath, a heating pad, or cold packs to ease pain and stiffness. |
f06f5f4a46c75ce82097c5ab29b9ad1a | What are things that I can do for my heart and lungs to help lessen the effects of lupus? | Get regular exercise. Get up to date on vaccinations. |
7786daab88c6e322fe83ed6f06f9952b | Does lupus cause eye problems? | A common skin problem you might develop is a butterfly-shaped rash on your nose and cheeks. Rarely, blood vessel changes in the retina can weaken your vision. Lupus can also damage nerves in the muscles that control your eye movements. |
e4f2b1d4ead665bd1679f894f789da7e | What causes Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS)? | A few people have developed Guillain- Barré syndrome a few days or weeks after a vaccination. They are part of that immune system response that damages nerves. |
e6563e78a905dcad44d15d27d489bb0e | Can you contract both multiple sclerosis and Guillain-Barré syndrome? | It's very rare for someone to have MS and GBS at the same time. But both diseases share causes that might trigger them together. |
439d52761fed33e1ce59bbc0a34f6620 | Can you have multiple sclerosis (MS) and Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) at the same time? | It's very rare for someone to have MS and GBS at the same time. But both diseases share causes that might trigger them together. |
221d96b32bb5c76fa6e2cc050025ab3a | What are the symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS), Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), and chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP)? | Multiple sclerosis ( MS) and Guillain- Barré syndrome ( GBS) are diseases of the nervous system. Common symptoms of both include: Weakness Numbness Tingling in the arms and legs GBS symptoms usually start within a day and spread from the legs to the upper body. Unlike GBS where symptoms eventually ease and patients ca... |
6c9e2bb1376092922a736adef3d8e757 | What do travel restrictions mean for swine flu? | For example, if tests show a child in your household has swine flu, and you get the same symptoms, you would be a confirmed case. Threat level: An alert system that the World Health Organization (see below) uses to let the public know about global health events. This helped stop the spread of swine flu. |
75bccf4ee9f873440e18c42ca2ce87e5 | What is Relenza (zanamivir) as it relates to swine flu? | It stops the virus from spreading in your body. Relenza ( zanamivir ): An antiviral drug that prevents and treats influenza types A (including the swine flu) and B. It isn't good for people with lung diseases like asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD). This eases your symptoms and helps you get better... |
80d35a7610846b4933ea6ce9032a844e | How does cold therapy help arthritis pain? | Many arthritis doctors recommend both heat and cold treatments to help reduce inflammation and ease the pain and stiffness that comes with arthritis. But by staying with it, you may find the right combination of hot packs and ice packs to get the most relief from pain and make it easier to manage arthritis. You can use... |
81e8801b86d1ff4a9bf89c4f515c7cff | How often should I use heat or cold therapy for arthritis pain? | But by staying with it, you may find the right combination of hot packs and ice packs to get the most relief from pain and make it easier to manage arthritis. Use the moist heat application for at least 15 minutes before exercise. So can heat, which relaxes the muscles. Heat should be used for pain that lasts longer th... |
7a5768fbea2781f5f751bc7f711232dd | How can menopausal women lower their odds of heart disease? | Incorporating the following tips into your everyday life may help you reduce your risk of heart disease during and after menopause: Avoid or quit smoking. Maintain a healthy body weight. Activity and exercise also help reduce many other risk factors. Treat and control medical conditions. Diabetes, high cholesterol, and... |
061feb16094872f9418d89ac88195ac2 | What is generalized myasthenia gravis? | Other common muscle groups that are affected may make it difficult for you to chew, swallow, smile, shrug, lift your arm up, grip, rise to a stand, or walk up stairs. When the muscles necessary for breathing are affected, a patient is said to be in myasthenic crisis. This is a life-threatening situation. Myasthenia gra... |
f48ba364c7024a71d989072ff88e1938 | What is myasthenia gravis? | For example, if you have myasthenia gravis, you may notice that during a meal, your jaw muscles become tired and weak, interfering with your ability to chew food. After you have rested for a little while, the muscles may become strong again, allowing you to resume eating. !s_sensitive, chron ID: $('article embeded_modu... |
5651c3e6890c0647e7345867cfb98cf5 | What can you expect when you're in stage IV of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? | End-stage, or stage 4, COPD is the final stage of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It measures: Forced vital capacity ( FVC): The largest amount of air you can exhale forcefully after taking in as big a breath as you can. The more severe your COPD, the more likely you are to get infections. |
19d109b9b0cf14e3d0586d48b3cc85c8 | What are the symptoms of stage IV chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? | Many of the symptoms you had in earlier stages, like coughing, mucus, shortness of breath, and tiredness, are likely to get worse. Just breathing takes a lot of effort. You may also get a condition called chronic respiratory failure. This is when not enough oxygen moves from your lungs into your blood, or when your lun... |
0bafce40bbaca60da42deabbbda8b7e0 | How is secondary hypertension treated? | Secondary hypertension, on the other hand, is less common and is the result of another condition, such as: Disorders of the adrenal gland (small organs, located above the kidneys, that create hormones), including Cushing's syndrome (a condition caused by an overproduction of cortisol); hyperaldosteronism (too much aldo... |
34ec908ec1333cd252e8cb03f54eff64 | What should you expect when testing for vitreomacular adhesion? | Vitreomacular adhesion can cause swelling or a change in the shape of your macula. That'll give your doctor a look at your retina, macula, and optic nerve at the back of your eye. VMA can cause both of those. |
9eb020ef895c4522296bd4d778e361b3 | What is the treatment for jellyfish sting? | Harmful jellyfish have stingers (nematocysts) capable of piercing the skin. Apply shaving cream or a paste of baking soda or mud to the wound. Shave the area with a razor or knife and then reapply vinegar or alcohol. Eye stings should be irrigated with 1 gallon of fresh water. |
0cc6fba3dab581349bc637d832bd0a83 | What are symptoms of jellyfish sting? | Harmful jellyfish have stingers (nematocysts) capable of piercing the skin. The progressive effects of a jellyfish sting may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, lymph node swelling, abdominal and back pain, fever, chills, and sweating. Severe reactions can cause difficulty breathing, coma, and death. Severe symptoms, s... |
e484171920a7f6a7cf42268061d30f46 | What do you need to know about jellyfish sting? | Jellyfish are free-swimming, bell-shaped, gelatinous creatures with tentacles that may be more than 3 feet in length. Jellyfish that are harmful to humans are distributed throughout the world. Other creatures with nematocysts include Portuguese man-of-war, sea wasps, anemones, and fire corals. Venoms include various su... |
7bfb9459f8d876add681159b4c34e3ad | What causes hiatal hernia? | If the hiatus weakens and stretches, part of the stomach can squeeze into the chest cavity, producing a hiatal hernia. Most of the time, the cause of a hiatal hernia is not known. Some people develop a hiatal hernia after sustaining an injury to the chest or abdomen; others are born with a predisposition to the conditi... |
9908305998fc0697e02beb9b424d20f9 | Who is more likely to get toxic liver disease? | OTC pain relievers: Acetaminophen Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs) Aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen sodium can cause toxic liver disease if you take too much of the drug or take it with alcohol. You drink alcohol while you take certain medications or supplements. You work in a job that uses industrial che... |
321df7a57cf69f0d78147dfec03d5790 | How are endocrinologists trained? | Endocrinologists are doctors who specialize in glands and the hormones they make. They go to college for 4 years, then medical school for 4 more years. Afterward, they work in hospitals and clinics as residents for 3 years to get experience treating people. They'll spend another 2 or 3 years training specifically in en... |
b3d18e1531ac75bd90c89013cfd18bca | How do you become an endocrinologist? | Endocrinologists are doctors who specialize in glands and the hormones they make. They go to college for 4 years, then medical school for 4 more years. Afterward, they work in hospitals and clinics as residents for 3 years to get experience treating people. They'll spend another 2 or 3 years training specifically in en... |
82c947b0ad2d3b378b959668da81435f | How can someone find an endocrinologist? | Some don't see patients. They may work in universities or medical schools, where they teach medical students and residents or do research. Take your blood glucose journal or logs with you, and let your endocrinologist know what's been going on with you. |
261210416e4d885547cfae881cb8bc76 | Who are endocrinologists? | They deal with metabolism, or all the biochemical processes that make your body work, including how your body changes food into energy and how it grows. They cover a lot of ground, diagnosing and treating conditions that affect your: Adrenals, glands that sit on top of your kidneys and help to control things like your ... |
4a683fd05b15b1bfb9dd58935cfa8a1d | What fluids should I give my child with diarrhea? | Your doctor may want you to give your baby small amounts of oral electrolyte solution. Check the amount with your doctor. Give toddlers oral electrolyte solution, ice chips, or clear broth. If your child is vomiting, encourage him to take small, frequent sips instead of drinking too much at once. Offer your toddler pop... |
8b67fc9db6cfad57102b29e196f2493f | How can staying positive help my child after an organ transplant? | So stay optimistic, both for your own sake and your child's. Remember, children take their cues from adults. If you seem afraid or anxious, your child will, too. Stay organized. So before you run into problems, talk openly with your child about these risks. |
ed4a7b9a5de62f1168200d730263cd75 | How can honesty help my child cope with an organ transplant? | She or he will be frightened if no one explains what's happening. Talk about why a transplant was needed and explain what the medicines do. As your child gets older, go into more detail. But unless his doctor has a problem with it, think again. |
9584fea5dfd44069b118052fee9c91fd | How can I stay organized after my child's organ transplant? | You have to learn the names of a dizzying number of medications and keep your child on a complicated dosing schedule. Schedule and keep regular checkups. Have a network of friends and family that you can talk to when you need help. |
57445bbbef3219aa448d464e6efe54ea | How can I help my child return to school after an organ transplant? | As your child gets older, go into more detail. Going back to school after an organ transplant can be tough. Your child may have been away for a long time. So be there for your child. Work with your transplant team. Talk to your child's teacher. Encourage your child to reach out to friends. Talking about the experience ... |
f97c4d4981adb266f1eb0f9a04e72327 | What do HDL cholesterol levels mean? | The lower your LDL cholesterol number, the lower your risk. This is because HDL cholesterol protects against heart disease by taking the "bad" cholesterol out of your blood and keeping it from building up in your arteries. A statin can slightly increase your HDL, as can exercise. |
bed3a92e5b2aade9a57b9d1ad42a03a2 | Does having epilepsy lower a woman's chance of getting pregnant? | Their fertility rate is between 25% and 33% lower than average. Here are some possible reasons: Women with epilepsy have higher rates of some conditions that can cause infertility. Women with epilepsy are more likely to have irregular menstrual cycles, which can make it more difficult to get pregnant. Women with epilep... |
ab40b3ab07c8beead8b7c4b5bd0ff54d | Do women with epilepsy need to take folic acid while pregnant? | There are increased risks. Unfortunately, some of the most common drugs for controlling seizures -- phenytoin ( Dilantin) and valproate, valproic acid ( Depakote, Depakene) -- may be associated with a higher risk of having a child with birth defects, especially neural tube defects like spina bifida, because they reduce... |
37432a4c14149ca700dd7e117e48bb4e | Could I have an epilectic seizure during labor and delivery? | Although the link between antiseizure medications and birth defects is not clear, your doctor may recommend that you take 4 mg per day of folic acid supplements one to three months before trying to get pregnant and throughout the first trimester of pregnancy. As your pregnancy progresses, your metabolism changes, leadi... |
fe196558bf82e2bcbd1ee3980d54dcae | What are the symptoms of typhoid fever? | About 3%-5% of people become carriers of the bacteria after the acute illness. Symptoms include: Poor appetite Headaches Generalized aches and pains Fever as high as 104 degrees Farenheit Lethargy Diarrhea Chest congestion develops in many people, and abdominal pain and discomfort are common. The fever becomes constant... |
9d3e4c92bb27c4a5d5cc864056091364 | How is typhoid fever treated? | Prior to the use of antibiotics, the fatality rate was 20%. Death occurred from overwhelming infection, pneumonia, intestinal bleeding, or intestinal perforation. With antibiotics and supportive care, mortality has been reduced to 1%-2%. With appropriate antibiotic therapy, there is usually improvement within one to tw... |
0e437e66cd6e985e62c759fe6aa7b103 | What is typhoid fever? | It can also be caused by Salmonella paratyphi, a related bacterium that usually causes a less severe illness. The bacteria are deposited in water or food by a human carrier and are then spread to other people in the area. The incidence of typhoid fever in the United States has markedly decreased since the early 1900s, ... |
f25f3b432a3505bec8e4684ed27b2e09 | Do you have to use your vacation time before you can take FMLA time off for caregiving? | Your company may have policies on caregivers, flexible work options, and family leave that apply to you. It may happen that you have to use the Family Medical Leave Act, or FMLA, to take some time off work to handle your loved one's care. Your employer may require that you use any accrued paid leave you have to cover s... |
dd626008ee52ec6f6532d0723b210fc5 | Why should you talk to your manager about balancing your work and caregiving? | You have your job -- the one with a paycheck. It's easier for your boss to be supportive if you're still a productive member of the team. But if you're working a shorter or intermittent schedule, your employer can temporarily place you in an alternative job with equal pay and benefits that better accommodates you. |
deadbe606f402328d711eb1fc835cfa2 | What are flexible work policies for caregivers? | Ask about flexible work policies. Or if not, you can discuss whether a flexible schedule might be possible for you. It's a good idea to think about how your boss will feel about the changes you're suggesting -- and come up with a plan that meets as many of your needs -- and the company's -- as possible. |
41bcd3f171271a4f92930db0e3307256 | Is being exposed to secondhand smoke bad for you? | !s_sensitive, chron ID: $('article embeded_module[type=video][align=top]:eq(0)').attr('chronic_id'), continuous Play: true, cp Options: { flyout: true }, display Ads: true, mode: 'in-article', sticky: true }) }); }); } else { $(function(){ $('.responsive-video-container').remove(); }); } Being around tobacco smoke is b... |
d9a84e9e09dd0b94a4aa46940da9c0fd | How can you treat a stye? | After applying the compress, use your finger to press on the inflamed bump to try to unplug the oil gland. Doing this can ease your pain and inflammation and help the stye go away faster. Keep your eye closed while you use the compress. When the stye comes to a head, keep using the compresses to put pressure on it unti... |
5d040c585dae332249101fbfad484d0a | What should you know about toe infections? | If you have a weakened immune system, you're also more likely to get toe infections. You might need tests to find out what type of bacteria or fungus caused the infection. |
3c8637398ce434df44d1316e786941b5 | How is a broken rib treated? | Most broken ribs take about 6 weeks to heal. Take pain medicine like acetaminophen or ibuprofen. If you need something stronger, your doctor may prescribe something for you. Take deep breaths to avoid pneumonia. A lung infection is the most common thing you can get with rib fractures. Your doctor may give you a simple ... |
077a72b49ade1c6874db48f6c38a8e12 | What should you know about a broken rib? | And if they're broken badly they can seriously damage internal organs. Your chest will hurt more when you take a deep breath. It can also show damage to soft tissue and organs, like your lungs, liver, spleen or kidneys. But if more ribs are broken or if the fracture is from a serious injury, more problems are possible. |
6d2e1b5a4ebf59248325e26e53cb27ad | Can I have sex during pregnancy without harming the baby? | Intercourse or orgasm during pregnancy will not harm your baby, unless you have a medical problem. Remember that your baby is well protected in your uterus by the amniotic fluid that surrounds him or her. You may need to ask your doctor to clarify if this means no penetration, no orgasms, or no sexual arousal, because ... |
4985fb9754ffe7050fc40695372cb754 | How can I stay intimate with my partner while I'm pregnant? | Remember that your baby is well protected in your uterus by the amniotic fluid that surrounds him or her. Your doctor may recommend not having intercourse early in pregnancy if you have a history of miscarriages. Also, encourage your partner to communicate with you, especially if you notice changes in your partner's re... |
f25008b5279887d92c80eeb0f61e0bcf | How is bursitis diagnosed? | Your doctor will diagnose bursitis based on your symptoms and findings on a physical exam. Some diagnostic tests may be performed to rule out other causes of your pain. These include the following: An X-ray of the affected area to look for bony spurs (abnormal areas) or arthritis Aspiration, in which fluid is taken fro... |
a6c88da19cae48cefce75c1529612423 | What are home remedies for orchitis? | Over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen ( Advil or Motrin, for example), naproxen ( Aleve, Naprosyn), or acetaminophen ( Tylenol) may help with pain. The ice packs may be applied for 15-20 minutes at a time, several times a day for the first day or two. This will help keep down... |
941178d8133ff285225a1b3847602069 | What are medical treatments for orchitis? | Most men can be treated with antibiotics at home for a minimum of 10 days. Mumps orchitis will clear up over one to three weeks. Young, sexually active men need to make sure all of their sexual partners are treated. You should use condoms or do not have sexual relations until all partners have completed their full cour... |
170972e5e0e29805e4026b577b0dc234 | How can you prevent orchitis? | Bacteria that cause sexually transmitted diseases ( STD), such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis, can cause orchitis in sexually active men, usually aged 19-35 years. Men older than age 50 should have their prostates examined during their yearly physical exams. |
1c1b3497edcd80829b0a81c522c6a346 | What is surgical ablation? | Most people who have AFib will not need surgical ablation. This is the most common type of surgical ablation. It may take a few months for your heartbeat to be normal again after your surgical ablation. |
397962b3d4afccfe4122b5f49756bb42 | How can you take care of your child with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia? | Treatments for B-cell ALL can make infections more likely. Try to keep him away from anyone who is sick. Everyone who is close to your child should get vaccinated for diseases like the flu and pneumonia, and should wash their hands often. A cancer diagnosis can be very hard for a child. Your child also may need extra t... |
5dec19de4d177b2226aa8662314b7b07 | How common is hypertensive emergency? | Hypertensive crisis is an umbrella term for hypertensive urgency and hypertensive emergency. When it does occur, it is often when hypertension goes untreated, if the patient does not take his or her blood pressure medication, or he or she has taken an over-the-counter medication that exacerbates high blood pressure. |
017bafb64100e29f35e01f8448497094 | What is hypertensive crisis? | These two conditions occur when blood pressure becomes very high, possibly causing organ damage. Hypertensive emergency means blood pressure is so high that organ damage can occur. |
f214a870af86c21e7c77024accafea53 | What can you do to prevent stroke? | Hypertension puts your arteries under constant stress. If you get your blood pressure under control, you can cut your chance of having a stroke by almost half. You can also aim to: Eat less salt, sugar, and saturated fats (mainly from meat and poultry). Avoid artificial trans fats (often found in processed foods that h... |
33a18f9d3295060ef51f82d69ba3a1ac | When is your blood pressure too high? | If your blood pressure is consistently 130/80 and above, you have hypertension. The top (systolic) number is the force in the arteries when the heart beats. The bottom (diastolic) one is the pressure between beats, when the heart rests. If either number is higher than normal, it means your heart is pumping harder than ... |
615bd611756d0f940820abead43f1a99 | Can too much stress delay a girl's first period? | Pushing your body too hard physically also can make your first period come late. This may happen if you're stressed all the time, no matter if it comes from too much homework, family problems, intense sports training, or other issues. |
d8d46dee0e8aec58d210f8860ab1caec | What are gastrointestinal symptoms of pancreatic cancer? | Because of the location of the pancreas in the body, symptoms include: Jaundice. As pancreatic cancer blocks duct that releases bile into the intestine (common bile duct), the ingredients of bile build up in the blood. Abdominal pain. Pancreatic cancer can cause a dull ache in the upper abdomen radiating to the back. T... |
3f5f7daa03223dfd18d59154f5700a9e | Does pancreatic cancer cause itching? | As pancreatic cancer blocks duct that releases bile into the intestine (common bile duct), the ingredients of bile build up in the blood. Some people with pancreatic cancer have a sense of early fullness with meals (satiety) or an uncomfortable swelling in the abdomen. |
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