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50c521bd6996faa3adc9d164236b0d98 | How can surgery for prostate cancer lead to erectile dysfunction? | The severity of the erectile dysfunction depends on the type of surgery, stage of cancer, and skill of the surgeon. The use of vacuum devices or erectile dysfunction drugs after the body has healed from surgery may improve the quality of erections and speed the return of normal sexual function (see below). |
e09be1fdbe57fe93a65f82724518e5cd | What are some symptoms that are often blamed on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)? | The most common symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux in infants and children are: Frequent or recurrent vomiting Frequent or persistent cough or wheezing Refusing to eat or difficulty eating (choking or gagging with feeding) Heartburn, gas, abdominal pain, or colicky behavior (frequent crying and fussiness) associated w... |
3b220250827b66a49c6f55f2cb23a5c6 | What is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in infants and children? | But frequent vomiting associated with discomfort and difficulty feeding or weight loss may be caused by something more serious known as GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Both GER and GERD can cause the upward movement of stomach content, including acid, into the esophagus and sometimes into or out of the mouth. O... |
f21b2c97b9241b7fe4762c865fb58685 | What causes gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in infants and children? | Both GER and GERD can cause the upward movement of stomach content, including acid, into the esophagus and sometimes into or out of the mouth. Older children also can have GERD. Certain factors also may contribute to GERD, including obesity, overeating, eating spicy or fried foods, drinking caffeine, carbonation, and s... |
0a5b1d69be8086f93ef9b1fcfd8b98bf | What is the difference between a male and female condom? | The condom lines the walls of your vagina and collects semen and other fluids. Reasons people don't like them include: They can slip out of place during sex. They're slightly less effective at preventing pregnancy and STDs than male condoms. During sex, it's normal for you to feel the condom move around. If the outer r... |
1821d4d2eeebc1602c33086ea0319eaa | Why do some women and couples prefer female condoms over regular condoms? | A female condom is a long plastic pouch, usually made of nitrile, a manmade latex-free rubber. But some women and couples might prefer female condoms over the ones that a man wears because: You can put one in up to 8 hours before sex, so you don't have to interrupt the mood. Women can choose to use them if their partne... |
444af87756ba60ae7e2fc1525585a6dd | What are problems I need to watch out for when using female condoms during sex? | A female condom is a long plastic pouch, usually made of nitrile, a manmade latex-free rubber. It goes inside your body during sex. Just watch out for these problems: Make sure your partner's penis goes into the condom and doesn't slip in between the plastic and your body. Make sure the outer ring of the condom doesn't... |
e854e0115a60d7209d8f6a679bbcf0dc | How might massage help if you have B-cell lymphoma? | Ask if your hospital has one on site. A trained therapist puts pressure on specific points, sometimes with the help of rubber balls, rubber bands, and pieces of wood to help you relax, relieve pain, and increase your circulation. A therapist can also massage the oils into your body. Choosing the right foods can help yo... |
6303f9cb067c091f52325b9c6ead5761 | How might dietary supplements help with treating B-cell lymphoma? | Some people with lymphoma try a variety of vitamins and herbs, such as multivitamins, vitamin D, green tea, and flaxseed. Talk to your doctor before you try any vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements. He can tell you whether they might interfere with other medicine you take. |
a4c2bb978f597fbc497cf5164732c89e | Who should get a vascular reconstructive surgery for ED? | Vascular reconstructive surgery is one way to improve blood flow to the penis to help a man with erectile dysfunction ( ED) get and keep an erection. If that's you, talk to your doctor to see if this surgery is right for you. |
d981a7d547ca802ed02a745c0f24dc84 | What happens during vascular reconstructive surgery for ED? | A surgeon transfers an artery from a muscle in the belly to one in the penis. This creates a path for blood to move around the problem area. Even the best studies show that only 1 out of 20 men improved after the treatment. |
8fded0ab26c5e7f24a013d2309beb62e | What is vascular reconstructive surgery for erectile dysfunction? | Doctors rarely recommend the operation, though, since it's technically difficult, costly, and doesn't always work. Unfortunately, vascular reconstructive surgery doesn't seem to work very well over time. |
5ad2bff44254a5b3cfc6bf1132d13693 | How is septic arthritis diagnosed? | Septic arthritis symptoms may include: Chills Fatigue and generalized weakness Fever Inability to move the limb with the infected joint Severe pain in the affected joint, especially with movement Swelling (increased fluid within the joint) Warmth (the joint is red and warm to touch because of increased blood flow) A pr... |
353806714001523147f068894cf780b5 | Why do parents discipline their children? | Discipline is the process of teaching your child what type of behavior is acceptable and what type is not acceptable. In other words, discipline teaches a child to follow rules. Effective discipline uses many different tools, like positive reinforcement, modeling, and a loving and supportive family. Sometimes, punishme... |
222145c8bd1c31d3da377c750e7b1f73 | What helps discipline work? | The key to effective discipline is to understand who your child is, especially his temperamental style, and use your discipline to help him achieve his potential given those talents and tendencies. But your goal should not be to turn him into someone he is not (for example, to turn a boisterous intense child into a mel... |
04f43357b9f9e0e230d6ec1dbe7de733 | What's the most effective parenting style for discipline? | The authoritative parent allows for flexibility and collaborative problem solving with the child when dealing with behavioral challenges. This is the most effective form of parenting. An authoritarian parent has clear expectations and consequences, but shows little affection toward his or her child. A permissive parent... |
72616f3d0f2b037cadfa9b4d9509f615 | What causes bad breath? | Bad breath can also be made worse by the types of foods you eat and other unhealthy lifestyle habits. Other dental causes of bad breath include poorly fitting dental appliances, yeast infections of the mouth, and dental caries (cavities). |
f984e0a49ef9612782b52ecd08876677 | Is bad breath a warning sign of gum (periodontal) disease? | Gum disease is caused by the buildup of plaque on teeth. Bacteria cause the formation of toxins to form, which irritate the gums. If gum disease continues untreated, it can damage the gums and jawbone. He or she will conduct an oral exam and professional teeth cleaning and will be able to detect and treat periodontal d... |
85806ebd594cde1828db2f8cb6682d35 | How has ???????brain imaging help treat schizophrenia? | Doctors also believe the brain loses tissue over time. They can also map the possible loss of brain tissue. One study showed that brain tissue loss in young people at risk of developing the illness was linked to psychotic symptoms like hallucinations. Another study compared MRI pictures of the brains of youths about ag... |
ef367d18fb42c4916a729749cd801c06 | What exercises should be avoided for people with fibromyalgia? | In addition, endurance exercises help with weight loss. If you have fibromyalgia, water therapy may give you good results. Golf, tennis, hiking, and other recreational activities are also healthful. Discuss your plan with your doctor before you start. |
0a663c5a2fbddeaf656b2b9ba9db1567 | How do strengthening exercises help people with fibromyalgia? | You also condition your body, tone your muscles, and build coordination and endurance. Strengthening exercises. Be cautious not to hurt yourself when doing strengthening exercises. A personal trainer or fitness expert can explain how to use resistance, starting slowly and increasing as you build your strength. |
fdd7cd308fca07a9cdc3eeadf72efb35 | How can I get started exercising with fibromyalgia? | Begin with stretching exercises and gentle, low-impact activity, such as walking, swimming, or bicycling. Muscle soreness is typical when you are just starting an exercise regimen. But if you have sharp pain, stop and call your doctor. You may have overworked or injured your muscles. Discuss your plan with your doctor ... |
128831eccf483eecbcfe815c734b470f | How does water therapy help people with fibromyalgia? | These exercises help to build strong muscles and tendons needed to support your joints. If you have fibromyalgia, water therapy may give you good results. The water alleviates the force of gravity and provides buoyancy as well as mild resistance. Whether stretching in the water, using a kickboard as a floatation device... |
1e7ac49ba5b0084e7120aede50b87a22 | What happens during a stress echocardiogram? | A cardiac sonographer will place three electrodes (small, flat, sticky patches) on your chest. The electrodes are attached to an electrocardiography monitor ( EKG) that charts your heart's electrical activity. The electrodes are attached to an EKG that charts your heart's electrical activity during the test. If you are... |
e8ab954a8e5b1c88a00fcb1830ba2585 | What happens during an echocardiogram? | Echo is often combined with tests called Doppler ultrasound and color Doppler to check the blood flow through the heart's valves. On the day of the echo, do not eat or drink anything except water for 4 hours before the test. The guidelines are a bit different if you have diabetes: If you take insulin to control your bl... |
aa07d370c397a533acf20f225894913b | What are symptoms of sarcoidosis? | !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(); }); } The symptoms of sarcoidosis can... |
f66174e311bc3377f08e48f585ddce32 | How can the side effects from steroids to treat arthritis be minimized? | Steroids reduce the production of inflammatory chemicals in order to minimize tissue damage. Monitor closely to detect the development of serious side effects. If possible, use steroid injections for problems in a specific area. Use the minimal dose required to gain control of the disease. Reduce the dose gradually if ... |
02ef9828e97676326b20930d25df4f45 | What role do steroid injections play in an overall treatment program? | For these people, steroid therapy may eliminate the need for kidney dialysis or transplant. Whether one or more of these treatment methods are used depends on the nature of the problem. For example, in an otherwise healthy person, tendinitis may be adequately treated with only a steroid injection into the inflamed area... |
fba9e6cd6349473fcdfddd46289e9f14 | What other conditions besides arthritis are treated with steroids? | They are used to treat a variety of inflammatory diseases and conditions. They may also be used selectively to treat inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, Sjögren's syndrome, or gout. |
6ad4d86afed14039640c7f35be093164 | Why are steroids injected to treat arthritis? | Steroids can be given topically (cream or ointment), by mouth (orally), or by injection. Whether one or more of these treatment methods are used depends on the nature of the problem. Side effects are much more common with oral drugs. |
097ad24f55cd859aba60d92e26933ce3 | How are steroids for arthritis given? | When injected, they can be given into a vein or muscle, directly into a joint or bursa (lubricating sac between certain tendons and the bones beneath them) or around tendons and other soft tissue areas. When doctors give steroids by mouth or IV, they cannot be sure an adequate amount will eventually reach the problem a... |
4f582003846dfb5f15c2ad2b81bae52f | What are steroids for arthritis? | They are used to treat a variety of inflammatory diseases and conditions. Corticosteroids are different from anabolic steroids, which some athletes use to build bigger muscles. Examples of corticosteroid medications include triamcinolone, cortisone, prednisone, and methylprednisolone. Steroids decrease inflammation and... |
8da3f1c7ce0c7e47ca0d7157f7ba01d7 | What are the expected benefits of steroid injections? | Also, the injections may help avoid the need for oral steroids or increased doses of oral steroids, which could have greater side effects. Some side effects are more serious than others. |
4578d407510ecc9de1e905d45249b679 | What other drugs are used to treat autoimmune hepatitis? | If your doctor says you have autoimmune hepatitis ( AIH), it means your immune system -- the body's main defense against germs -- starts to attack your liver cells. At first your doctor will likely suggest you take prednisone, a steroid that lessens inflammation. |
547dcd65a056bd5b47c2ccc5059f853b | What is autoimmune hepatitis? | Doctors aren't sure exactly what causes your immune system to turn against your liver. Sometimes, if you get cirrhosis or liver failure, you may need a liver transplant. |
dba7f749c2ec837af7dc37bf46e2e1a9 | How should you get immediate help if you have a chemical eye burn? | For severe burns, which are commonly caused by household drain cleaner, continue flushing until you see a doctor or you arrive in an emergency room. Be aware that alkali chemicals (such as ammonia and oven cleaner) might not be painful but they can cause the most serious injuries. Make sure you know what chemical got i... |
b37b94f01aa8a9c82e9fbdc072636af2 | What causes hepatic encephalopathy (HE)? | They build up there and cause the mental and physical symptoms of HE. You might have this done to help reroute your blood flow to treat cirrhosis or another long-term disease. There's a chance that this procedure will allow toxins to bypass your liver and move to your brain. |
7726ed5551075263243a549223bd244c | What are the risks of taking GABA? | Researchers haven't confirmed whether or not it works for the many reasons people take it. There has not been enough research to uncover the side effects of GABA supplements. |
6cd86de54fdcc852d7fddd5f5cebeb56 | How can someone reduce his or her amount of sleep talking? | There are no tests needed to diagnose sleep talking. Avoiding stress and getting plenty of sleep might make you less likely to talk in your sleep. Keeping a sleep diary can help identify your sleep patterns and may help your doctor find out if an underlying problem is causing your sleep talking. Keep a sleep diary for ... |
9bce55fdd10c65e4ded6befe28d03eee | What is sleep talking? | Sleep talking, or somniloquy, is the act of speaking during sleep. It's a type of parasomnia -- an abnormal behavior that takes place during sleep. It's a very common occurrence and is not usually considered a medical problem. Sleep talking may involve simple sounds or long, involved speeches. Sleep talkers usually see... |
de5b94b97452e3853f447dea82915173 | How is hysterosalpingogram (HSG) used as a fertility test for women? | You may need tests that check for that. Before you can get pregnant, your uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries all need to work right. The X-rays are taken after your doctor injects liquid dye through the vagina. Another method uses saline and air instead of dye and an ultrasound. The HSG can help you learn if your fal... |
243c9df8424e19f8630dd5794ae4d90f | How much weight do you need to lose when you have knee osteoarthritis (OA)? | The more you weigh, the greater the stress. If you shed just 1 pound, you'll take 4 pounds of pressure off of your knees. Drop 10 pounds and you'll take 40 pounds of pressure off. If you're overweight, experts suggest you aim for 10% of how much you weigh now. For instance, if you weigh 200 pounds now, try to lose 20 p... |
ff06bcc4cb9cc63c733e553294a6464f | How does weight matter when you have knee osteoarthritis (OA)? | A leaner "you" can ease pressure on your joints, reduce inflammation, and help you get around more easily. For every step, your knee takes on a force equal to 3-6 times your weight. Even as little as 10 extra pounds puts an additional burden on your knee of 30-60 pounds. The long-term result -- stiff, swollen, and achy... |
e23e8578399867fdedaf0e0db697f113 | How effective are probiotics? | Also talk to your doctor before giving probiotics to your infant, especially if he's sick. They have a lot of promise, but probiotics aren't going to work for everyone. Don't stop any medical treatment you're already getting just because you're trying a probiotic. Once you start, give it a month to see if it works for ... |
c3bfb4758d2bc524418e3ca2ce7543b7 | What does it mean if your hepatitis B infection goes away? | If the infection goes away, the doctor will tell you you're an inactive carrier. He may prescribe some of these medications to treat it: Entecavir ( Baraclude ). |
4e7abed76e3d0d4a4907382eed1ae1ca | How does interferon treat chronic hepatitis B? | This is the newest drug for hepatitis B. Interferon alfa ( Intron A, Roferon A, Sylatron). You take it as a shot for at least 6 months. It doesn't cure the disease. It treats liver inflammation. Long-acting interferon, peginterferon alfa2a ( Pegasys, Pegasys Proclick) can also help. This drug can make you feel bad all ... |
003b3131d950815efb9e45b346150ab8 | How is hepatitis B diagnosed? | He'll test your blood to see if your liver is inflamed. Antibodies are proteins made by your immune cells. If your disease becomes chronic, your doctor might take a tissue sample from your liver, called a biopsy. This will tell him how severe your case is. He'll give you a vaccine and a shot of hepatitis B immune globu... |
d6acc11e136f10ca3a2550f4a9db9f97 | What are the GOLD stages of emphysema? | This is a set of guidelines established by the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease ( GOLD). Your FEV1 is 80% or more. You might have had no flare-ups over the past year, or perhaps just one. You weren't hospitalized for your symptoms. Group B ( GOLD 1 or 2): Your FEV1 is between 50% and 80%. Your FEV... |
054e0df4df582c474c757b8fd511840d | What is the function of the set of guidelines established by the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) to determine the stages of emphysema? | Doctors call this the forced expiratory volume ( FEV1). If you have emphysema, your doctor will look at your FEV1. He'll also look at your other symptoms, as well as how many times you've been hospitalized in the past year because of them. Doctors call this an âexacerbation.â It means your symptoms flare up or sudd... |
9f0d72fcaed37a38358bc19cacb3f076 | Is dry, peeling skin normal in newborns? | The underlying skin is perfectly normal, soft, and moist. New rashes may appear in babies after a few days, weeks, or even months. |
aa29bc5a9766454daadf03bbbbaf5f08 | How do you know if your baby has eczema and how do you treat it? | Greasy, yellowish crusts appear on the scalp and may include a red, irritating rash on the face, behind the ears, on the neck, and even in the armpits. It is caused by dry, sensitive skin, and sometimes allergies (although it can be difficult at this age to know what the trigger might be). Your doctor can determine if ... |
c391c89f865be4553053a2342279440a | What is erythema toxicum in newborns? | A newborn's skin is prone to rashes of all sorts. It looks like red blotches with ill-defined borders that are slightly raised, and may have a small white or yellow dot in the center. Its cause is unknown, and it resolves without treatment after a few days or weeks. |
1286aedd8b21c66b5fef2431f5a06e61 | How do pink pimples appear in newborns? | New rashes may appear in babies after a few days, weeks, or even months. It is caused by dry, sensitive skin, and sometimes allergies (although it can be difficult at this age to know what the trigger might be). |
03db7b8346a699f86d0dec36bd55b638 | What is jaundice in newborns? | It is caused by an excess of bilirubin (a breakdown product of red blood cells). If the bilirubin level becomes sufficiently high, blue or white lights may be focused on the baby's skin to lower the level, because excess bilirubin can sometimes pose a health hazard. Eczema is red, itchy patches on the skin, often seen ... |
e3a88cfd90547dfcaeb1eec9b1212541 | Is it normal for your newborn to have rashes? | Fortunately, most of these rashes are harmless and go away on their own. Erythema toxicum is another common newborn rash. |
f703048e308ecd3194f3e49fc5c47b65 | How do I know if I have appendicitis? | Appendicitis may be suspected if your doctor gently presses on your lower right abdomen and this causes pain. CT scans and ultrasound are fast and reliable -- though not perfect -- in revealing appendicitis. |
36386689a087633b82f1f2f01ef104d9 | What are complications of peptic ulcers? | If you have a burning pain in your stomach that keeps coming back, a peptic ulcer is one possible reason for it. That's a sore on the inside of your stomach or at the upper portion, or beginning, of your small intestine. After treatment, your doctor may want to keep a close eye on you, depending on: The size of your ul... |
2be9a0966316801826cabbb0cb3a5af5 | What are lifestyle changes that can help treat peptic ulcers? | If you have a burning pain in your stomach that keeps coming back, a peptic ulcer is one possible reason for it. That's a sore on the inside of your stomach or at the upper portion, or beginning, of your small intestine. If you have a peptic ulcer, your doctor will recommend a treatment plan based on what's causing it:... |
74ab54317a17c0cc1bb1b484a06ecd5e | How is a peptic ulcer diagnosed? | If you have a burning pain in your stomach that keeps coming back, a peptic ulcer is one possible reason for it. That's a sore on the inside of your stomach or at the upper portion, or beginning, of your small intestine. If your doctor thinks you might have a peptic ulcer, he'll probably start with a physical exam and ... |
a969d057d14932c90dfd1271819f3e02 | How is a peptic ulcer treated? | If you have a burning pain in your stomach that keeps coming back, a peptic ulcer is one possible reason for it. That's a sore on the inside of your stomach or at the upper portion, or beginning, of your small intestine. If you have a peptic ulcer, your doctor will recommend a treatment plan based on what's causing it:... |
21018c0f9ecfdc32100b16f459766be3 | How can the severity of restless legs syndrome (RLS) vary? | Restless legs syndrome ( RLS) is a disorder of the part of the nervous system that causes an urge to move the legs. The sensations are usually worse at rest, especially when lying or sitting. Benzodiazepines, a class of sedative medications, may be used to help with sleep, but they can cause daytime drowsiness. Althoug... |
06f6e8f97729c9f5bde1589ab696b27a | Should I try to straighten a child's arm if it might be broken? | The bone has broken through the skin. The arm is bleeding heavily. Don't try to straighten the arm. |
7e8ce49781e926cdb5dbe0d285edf8eb | How do liver transplant waiting lists work? | Your surgeon may take out the part of your liver that has the cancer, an operation called "partial hepatectomy." Liver transplant . Your new liver will come from someone who recently died and has the same blood type and a similar body size as yours. When donor livers are available, they go to the sickest people on the ... |
c04bc90ffc1906f5755eedd7962eda23 | How are imaging tests used to diagnose hepatocellular carcinoma? | A CT scan is a powerful X-ray that makes detailed pictures inside your body. An MRI uses strong magnets and radio waves to make an image of your liver. An ultrasound, which uses sound waves to see structures in your body, helps your doctor guide a thin needle into the tumor. |
b772cd341bfa503516e8372353db01c6 | What is hepatocellular carcinoma and is it curable? | If caught early, it can sometimes be cured with surgery or transplant. In more advanced cases it can't be cured, but treatment and support can help you live longer and better. This causes too much iron to be stored in the liver and other organs. The cancer is treated with drugs that target specific changes in cells tha... |
486e5e471e7807f90cd03247a8c3aac9 | How can you take care of yourself during treatment for hepatocellular carcinoma? | What are the side effects? Since chemotherapy can sometimes upset your stomach, you can try changing some of your eating habits. For instance, stay away from fried or spicy foods. You can also try eating five or six small meals a day rather than the traditional three meals. If your treatment makes you tired, you can tr... |
8115cb74bb5087eda6307e7c586da6bb | What is hepatocellular carcinoma? | This causes too much iron to be stored in the liver and other organs. The cancer is treated with drugs that target specific changes in cells that cause cancer. |
67e845439300173bb9f4e573a3187659 | How can heavy drinking increase your risk for hepatocellular carcinoma? | Doctors aren't sure exactly what causes all cases of hepatocellular carcinoma, but they've identified some things that may increase your risk for getting it: Hepatitis B or hepatitis C. Hepatocellular cancer can start many years after you've had one of these liver infections. The higher risk from diabetes may be due to... |
933a4cd3fda2a693076faf95ed23bc64 | Why do many teenagers get irritated and feel unhappy at times? | Of course, most teens feel unhappy at times. And when you add hormone havoc to the many other changes happening in a teen's life, it's easy to see why their moods swing like a pendulum. Yet findings show that one out of every eight adolescents has teen depression. But depression can be treated as well as the serious pr... |
fcb6cb4e46e05aaa81173da835620f02 | How can infections cause diarrhea? | Infections: You may get an infection from contact with someone else. You may get one after having contaminated food or water. If you eat something that was improperly cooked or contaminated after cooking, the infection is called food poisoning. People who travel to foreign countries get "traveler's diarrhea," usually a... |
c993c39c9c3d21538e047796e76ebb08 | What are some causes of diarrhea? | Infections: You may get an infection from contact with someone else. Irritable bowel syndrome, which may cause alternating bouts of diarrhea and constipation Ischemic bowel disease, which can be caused by blocked arteries. |
69935985302fd5517b68834e71b4935e | How much do veneers cost? | During this appointment, your dentist will examine your teeth to make sure dental veneers are appropriate for you and discuss what the procedure will involve and some of its limitations. Generally, veneers range in cost from $1,000 to $2,000 per tooth. The cost of veneers is not generally covered by insurance. To be ce... |
b321546f3c9bc3f75b4f2179d34ee2db | Do dental veneers require special care? | The final steps involve removing any excess cement, evaluating your bite and making any final adjustments in the veneer as necessary. Continue to follow good oral hygiene practices, including brushing, flossing, and rinsing with an antiseptic mouthwash as you normally would. Embed Asset Override Even though porcelain v... |
e81b5c9fc85bde4ab93f16a1f558ea03 | What does the treatment planning for dental veneers involve? | Veneers are routinely used to fix: Teeth that are discolored -- either because of root canal treatment; stains from tetracycline or other drugs, excessive fluoride or other causes; or the presence of large resin fillings that have discolored the tooth Teeth that are worn down Teeth that are chipped or broken Teeth that... |
dfb2aa32e39d9d8e6172946810fc6187 | What can I do if I have swelling around my eyes? | It may feel better if you: Rinse your eyes with cool water or put a cool compress on them. Take out your contact lenses if you wear them. Blepharitis and allergies can make your eyes itch, as can certain products you use on or around your eyes. |
bfdc935b863d97fa1d6a935786132377 | What do yellow patches on your eyelid mean? | It can affect your upper or lower lids, but it's more common in the lower lids. The patches themselves are harmless, but high cholesterol can make it more likely for you to get serious problems like a heart attack or stroke. Your doctor can remove the patches if they're uncomfortable -- he might use chemical peels, sur... |
4bb55a6445a8030e6d8e10c1018f1ebb | How can eyelid problems and injuries vary? | Sometimes, they start with your eyelid. Most of the time, these aren't serious and go away on their own, but get medical help right away if your eyes hurt or you have any sudden loss of vision. Eye drops can help, but sometimes the eye irritation can stick around and can even lead to eye infections and scarring. |
99f3272dbb1235c8b196a621059e6583 | How does stress increase the risk of pustular psoriasis? | Stress. Sometimes, you never find out what caused your pustular psoriasis. If you have psoriasis, you should avoid alcohol or at least limit how much you drink. |
069095d71ef307fc0bec16d956d83c28 | How does a healthy weight lower the risk of pustular psoriasis? | There are many reasons why people get pustular psoriasis. Doctors don't know if there's a link between extra pounds and psoriasis, but it's wise to try to lose weight safely if you weigh more than you should. People who carry extra pounds have more severe cases of psoriasis, and the treatments for the disease don't wor... |
0be547e4a51d30dc3f14718f33e11f9f | How does avoiding alcohol lower the risk of pustular psoriasis? | Alcohol can make men more likely to get psoriasis. People who drink have more flare-ups, and treatments don't help as much as they do for people who don't drink. Avoid stressful people and events, if you can. |
927d0dd813187749210db48743023d20 | Should I limit alcohol consumptoin to prevent psoriasis? | Alcohol can make men more likely to get psoriasis. People who drink have more flare-ups, and treatments don't help as much as they do for people who don't drink. Avoid stressful people and events, if you can. |
b8049880b252f8a5516b5e4d450c3fc5 | How should you blow your nose if you have stuffy ears and sinuses? | Clogged sinuses can mean more than a stuffy nose. Blow your nose gently. |
455d9b7628b4ae6f6c50ba71c2e41795 | How should you talk to your kids about human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)? | You might worry that bringing up sex, drugs, and HIV may be "too much, too soon" or that it will make your child experiment with sex and drugs. Research shows that's not true. Kids are already picking up a lot from friends, TV, movies, social media, and school. For young children, you can start by talking about body pa... |
9e757d806e910998208fb81ac1feabf4 | What is the FITT principle, and how can it improve my workouts? | Use the " FITT" principle of exercise -- frequency, intensity, time, and type -- to guide you. Frequency: How many days a week do you work out? Intensity: How hard do you exercise? Do you reach your target heart rate? That will help you boost your fitness. Your target heart rate zone is 50% to 85% of that. Type: What s... |
0d1b905e4e7a01ba978ba3b7e25caf95 | What are the recommended antiviral drugs for children? | Talk to your doctor, if you are at increased risk for complications from the flu. These flu drugs can help a child get better sooner and may prevent serious flu complications. Antivirals work best when taken during the first two days of illness. The first dose should be taken within 48 hours of when symptoms started. |
47d5f4affeaf2097b841113d2fae3b9f | Which flu treatment works best for my cough? | On the pharmacy shelf, you'll find numerous cough medicines with various combinations of decongestants, antihistamines, analgesics/antipyretics, cough suppressants, and expectorants. Ask your pharmacist which combination, if any, would be appropriate for your cough. The medications could mask signs of strep throat, a b... |
f9bbadae3ba86527e208a87f4515ded0 | What are the side effects of antihistamines and decongestants? | Check with your doctor or pharmacist as to which medication may be suitable for you. They may also be ingredients in other prescription medicines you may be taking. |
b16501c33a7ecf533dc73af485fabdea | What is the complement system in relation to rheumatoid arthritis? | Other conditions you might have: Lupus Heart attack Muscular dystrophy Early pregnancy Complement What it measures: More than 30 blood proteins that work together in your immune system during an inflammatory response. What's normal: Serum CH50: 30-75 U/m L (units per milliliter) Serum C3: Men: 88-252 mg/d L (milligrams... |
12f9a2d03a8b037f0646aa78e67928b6 | What blood markers are used to diagnose rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? | But people who don't have RA can have rheumatoid factor. In general, if you have RA but don't have high RF, your disease will be less severe. Levels are high in people who have RA or those who are about to get it. If you have anti- CCP antibodies, your rheumatoid arthritis might be more severe. |
e9f7d4d5095b5cd018fc7216344a78d0 | What does the presence of HLA-B27 mean? | What's normal: 0-20 u/m L (units per milliliter of blood) What's high: 20 u/m L or higher What it means: About 70% to 90% of people with a high reading have RA. Other conditions you might have: The profile helps your doctor look for diseases such as: Lupus Scleroderma Sjögren's syndrome HLA- B27 What it measures: A pr... |
d54ea0e170e01f5cf989682eee189b6b | Are there tests that determine the severity of arthritic inflammation? | Other conditions you might have: A high ESR rate doesn't point to any particular disease, but it's a general sign of the amount of inflammation in the body. It could be tied to disease activity if you have: Polymyalgia rheumatica Systemic vasculitis Temporal arteritis C- Reactive Protein ( CRP) What it measures: A prot... |
513b0f213014a19ec51d98f879061b7a | What is a local excision for colorectal cancer? | The procedure involves removing the cancer and some tissue of the wall of the rectum. It may be done through the anus (the opening of the rectum) or through a small cut in the rectum. The procedure does not require major abdominal surgery. Colorectal surgeons have used laparoscopy to treat the following conditions: Cro... |
c40be764be2652f6cd812cdf41a27a79 | How can you get better with depression? | To get better, you need to take an active role in your treatment. Taking charge of your treatment is one way to feel in control again. Here are some tips. But you and your doctor may sometimes need to try quite a few treatments before landing on the right therapy for you. Take your medicine as prescribed. Never stop ta... |
2290124bf3ab03878b4f7af5cbee4e88 | Who should not use emergency contraceptives? | Emergency contraception -- also called postcoital contraception -- is a form of birth control that may be used by women who have had unprotected sex or used a birth control method that failed. Levonorgestrel will not affect an implanted pregnancy. Ella should not be used by women who are already pregnant or may be preg... |
699961f09e2904624907ffea5589ea14 | What is stasis dermatitis? | In this case, the irritant is the water that is drying out and damaging the skin with repeated exposure. Veins in the lower legs fail to return blood efficiently, causing pooling of blood and fluid buildup and swelling. This swelling leads to skin irritation and darkening, especially around the ankles. |
e101ceb2e85c185e122117c190aec6e6 | What can someone expect the day of steroid treatment? | Steroids will work best to treat your MS flare if you start treatment within 14 days after the symptoms began. The most common MS flare treatment is 1 gram of intravenous ( IV) methylprednisolone ( Solu- Medrol) daily for 3 to 5 days. Be sure the doctor knows if you have diabetes because steroids can affect your blood ... |
d0df55a5c010a5b7595c237115c1646d | What can happen during an acute attack of multiple sclerosis? | The most common MS flare treatment is 1 gram of intravenous ( IV) methylprednisolone ( Solu- Medrol) daily for 3 to 5 days. Your IV treatment is also called an infusion. You'll take 500 milligrams of medicine for 5 days. Oral prednisone may work as well as IV steroids to ease MS flare symptoms. |
ea29ad15503944a73e3877936c753976 | What are the characteristics of an acute attack of multiple sclerosis? | The most common MS flare treatment is 1 gram of intravenous ( IV) methylprednisolone ( Solu- Medrol) daily for 3 to 5 days. Your IV treatment is also called an infusion. You'll take 500 milligrams of medicine for 5 days. Oral prednisone may work as well as IV steroids to ease MS flare symptoms. |
fd8539fe800e14926d5e2f0b8fc3690d | What can I expect the day of steroid treatment for multiple sclerosis? | Steroids will work best to treat your MS flare if you start treatment within 14 days after the symptoms began. The most common MS flare treatment is 1 gram of intravenous ( IV) methylprednisolone ( Solu- Medrol) daily for 3 to 5 days. You can get IV steroid infusions at your doctor's office, a clinic, hospital, or even... |
b7e72ec2495675b47e0121e7a18a75ea | What treatments will patients usually receive? | It may take up to 6 months to get back to how you normally feel. You may need a prescription sleep medicine. Hopefully, one course of steroids will treat your MS flare. You may also need a course of oral steroids if some of your symptoms came back after you're done with your infusion treatments. |
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