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9cc40e8cc89d475b8315fffcf9707633 | What are the symptoms of high cholesterol? | There are two forms of cholesterol that many people are familiar with: Low-density lipoprotein ( LDL or "bad" cholesterol) and high-density lipoprotein ( HDL or "good" cholesterol.) Lowering cholesterol levels that are too high lessens the risk for developing heart disease and reduces the chance of a heart attack or dy... |
aef09be7db0bb5ef359b1e74bf980784 | Are there foods or other drugs I should avoid while taking cholesterol-lowering drugs? | Some may also need to take cholesterol-lowering drugs. Based on your risk, your doctor will determine the intensity of LDL reduction you need, and prescribe a medication accordingly. Some antibiotics may be dangerous when taken with statins. Talk to your doctor. |
c7785466f091d26dd37a8d0148bb58fb | Why is iron good for you? | How Much You Need: Vitamin A comes in two forms: as retinol (which is ready for the body to use) and carotenoids, the raw materials the body converts to vitamin A. It's important for women to get enough iron before and during pregnancy. Pregnancy is a drag on your iron supply and may cause iron-deficiency anemia in a n... |
c43a76169743a726dedff9e4edc9e8f2 | Are there patterns of clear attacks for secondary progressive multiple sclerosis? | They may happen less often or not at all. When you do have relapses, recovery is not as complete. It's often harder to treat secondary progressive MS than relapsing-remitting MS. The main type of drugs for MS, called disease-modifying drugs ( DMDs), make relapses happen less often and symptoms less severe. |
05b106b0af9416da9fcbd614b82241cf | Is exercise used to treat secondary progressive multiple sclerosis? | The relapses and remissions that used to come and go change into symptoms that steadily get worse. They'll give you more energy and boost your mood. It's also a good way to control your weight. |
8d574d5f1c4e221d4ecd4bf7bc73c877 | When should you call your doctor about menstrual cramps? | If you have mild menstrual cramps, take aspirin or another pain reliever, such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or naproxen. Several conditions can cause it: Endometriosis is a condition in which the tissue lining the uterus (the endometrium) is found outside of the uterus. Your doctor will ask you about your symptoms and ... |
8cbd493d4210ad3b6f383ea10beba9cd | What causes secondary dysmenorrhea? | Primary dysmenorrhea means that your cramps are due to your cycle. Several conditions can cause it: Endometriosis is a condition in which the tissue lining the uterus (the endometrium) is found outside of the uterus. Pelvic inflammatory disease ( PID) is an infection caused by bacteria that starts in the uterus and can... |
7466e51787eb8c0adf415d2053ae2370 | What you can do to help with menstrual cramps? | If you have mild menstrual cramps, take aspirin or another pain reliever, such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or naproxen. Heat can also help. Place a heating pad or hot water bottle on your lower back or tummy. Taking a warm bath may also provide some relief. If you have severe or unusual menstrual cramps, or cramping t... |
546bf823a3c5d27fb83b3a3981908db2 | How do triglycerides affect your risk of diabetes? | Luckily, with some effort, you can lower your triglycerides -- which can help you lower your chance of developing diabetes. If you have insulin resistance, you're one step closer to type 2 diabetes. When you have prediabetes (or diabetes), you are also likely to have high triglycerides. Beyond this cascade of problems,... |
14f302e19549aaa58a99fff8f1190810 | What are indications of prediabetes? | If you do, you've taken another giant step closer to type 2 diabetes. When you have prediabetes (or diabetes), you are also likely to have high triglycerides. If your blood sugar levels climb to a high enough level, you have diabetes. |
f7c2d60f8e744d85622deb285a3fceef | What is the most common symptom of psoriasis? | They're often covered with white or silvery scales. You can remove these flakes. Some used for psoriasis include: Salicylic acid: Also found in acne medicines, it's one of the most common treatments for psoriasis. |
af58225eed59c1b16bd2f9290acfe3ba | How long should someone soak in the tub for to remove dead skin caused by psoriasis? | This causes the outer layer to shed, which softens and removes scales. Take 15 minutes to sit in a bath. Because hot temperatures are drying, keep the water lukewarm. High amounts of magnesium in Dead Sea and Epsom salts helps gently slough off dead skin and get rid of redness caused by psoriasis. Avoid harsh or scente... |
41988014b959928a8a9b5dfd80fdd2b9 | Can tests for genital herpes give a false-negative result? | Cell culture or PCR test may give a false-negative result if the sores have begun healing or if you are recently infected. False-positive test results are possible, too. If you test positive, but your risk for getting the virus is low, you may need further testing. The test can't tell you when you were infected â and... |
361d510ed83dc91f45a3fa071b0d2bb6 | How can diabetes affect my oral health? | Over time, increased levels of blood glucose can put you at risk for oral health problems. It can give your mouth and tongue a burning feeling. You can do a lot to avoid these problems, starting with the basics of taking good care of your mouth, teeth, and gums. Keep your blood sugar as close to normal as possible. |
5b462d36e507eda5d2e44f64272e44ee | How is hormone receptor-positive breast cancer treated? | You may have hormone therapy after surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation are finished. These treatments can help prevent a return of the disease by blocking the effects of estrogen. They do this in one of several ways. These include anastrozole ( Arimidex), exemestane ( Aromasin), and letrozole ( Femara). They're only u... |
0966f93e759788b61086ba0758124661 | What is a surgeon? | A group of doctors and nurses work together to make sure everything goes smoothly. This doctor leads the team and does the operation. Surgeons have to complete 4 years of medical school, plus at least 5 years of special training. They also have to pass a national surgical board exam. The one you choose should be experi... |
532d1a92fd164e00012716a173d0b3d1 | How does exercise affect my diabetes treatment? | Your blood sugar levels. That's a good thing, but you need to factor it into your treatment plan. Talk to your doctor about how much you move each day. You may need to change the dosage of some diabetes drugs if you're more active in your daily life or at work. |
704aaf1085d7ff51f9054597cdb4357d | How can your fear of needles affect your diabetes treatment? | When you and your doctor are thinking about the best way to control your blood sugar, you've got a lot of options to choose from. How active you are. Talk to your doctor about how much you move each day. Tell your doctor how much you drink and if you want to be able to sip a beer or cocktail from time to time. You may ... |
1ff5feddc209111205543771f3bbb58b | How does your diabetes treatment affect other conditions? | If they stay too high for too long, you're at risk for complications of diabetes, like eye problems or kidney disease. Some conditions you might have along with diabetes can affect how well your drugs control your blood sugar, including: Obesity High blood pressure High cholesterol Heart disease Kidney disease Sleep ap... |
bc4d4d7a4c6c53c2786d8f68c31611ae | How can alcohol affect your diabetes treatment? | Exercise can lower your blood sugar levels. Tell your doctor how much you drink and if you want to be able to sip a beer or cocktail from time to time. You may need to take extra steps to be sure that it doesn't interfere with your meds. |
221a5ae6d643741abb3694d88c6fbd4b | Is diabetes linked to cancer? | If they stay too high for too long, you're at risk for complications of diabetes, like eye problems or kidney disease. Some conditions you might have along with diabetes can affect how well your drugs control your blood sugar, including: Obesity High blood pressure High cholesterol Heart disease Kidney disease Sleep ap... |
8b2c2b7e41e2883303246e3699df766f | Are type 1 and type 2 diabetes treated differently? | How active you are. Exercise can lower your blood sugar levels. You may need to change the dosage of some diabetes drugs if you're more active in your daily life or at work. You may need to take extra steps to be sure that it doesn't interfere with your meds. |
cdaa73f0d7fd311404e72d7f2f444555 | How does drinking alcohol affect my diabetes treatment? | Exercise can lower your blood sugar levels. Tell your doctor how much you drink and if you want to be able to sip a beer or cocktail from time to time. You may need to take extra steps to be sure that it doesn't interfere with your meds. |
735330cd94d6c430e63b3c9b074e071a | How can how active you are affect your diabetes treatment? | Your blood sugar levels. That's a good thing, but you need to factor it into your treatment plan. Talk to your doctor about how much you move each day. You may need to change the dosage of some diabetes drugs if you're more active in your daily life or at work. |
1feaa203d8fb9ff3ca0bca92b05226f5 | What can affect your treatment for diabetes? | Here are some of the things you and your doctor will consider when you're deciding on a treatment. How active you are. Exercise can lower your blood sugar levels. You may need to change the dosage of some diabetes drugs if you're more active in your daily life or at work. You may need to take extra steps to be sure tha... |
c04baf1cb9c60fca12d8b4b7b8aca12b | How can eczema vary in severity? | In more severe cases, patches of dry skin can bleed, crack, or crust and get infected. They include dry, itchy, and scaly skin, especially on the insides of the elbows and backs of the knees. |
85104f15a815f50cee266d24f75af80d | What is tinea versicolor? | It's also called pityriasis versicolor and is caused by a type of yeast that naturally lives on your skin. When the yeast grows out of control, the skin disease, which appears as a rash, is the result. Treatment usually eliminates the fungal infection. |
b211bf4341d8b4ddd5d96023e293f9ab | How can I make healthy meals for my kids? | You can still make healthy meals a habit even with the busy pace of parenting. It boils down to three tips: Serve more whole foods and fewer processed ones. Eat fruits and vegetables with every meal. Serve your children healthy, lean protein at most meals. You'll find it in plant-based foods such as: Vegetables (fresh,... |
643eb597e6cde5eb1958b95268f9a1ea | How does fiber help your health? | You'll find it in plant-based foods such as: Vegetables (fresh, frozen, and canned) Fruits (fresh, frozen, and canned) Beans (dried, canned) Edamame (soybeans, fresh or frozen) Nuts and seeds Whole-grain cereal (hot and cold) 100% whole wheat or whole-grain bread products Whole-grain blend pastas Whole-grain crackers W... |
000c996588b4d3bdc31ec7797f3ab7a1 | What are fire safety measures for kerosene heaters? | Kerosene Heaters Learn local and state codes and regulations about the use of kerosene heaters. These heaters are illegal for home use in some areas. Use kerosene only. Never use gasoline in your heater. If a flare-up occurs, activate the manual shut-off switch and call your fire department. Place the heater at least t... |
45019d9bfa26f4794bc87ca6313ee111 | What is collagen? | It's responsible for warding off wrinkles and fine lines. Over time, environmental factors and aging diminish your body's ability to produce collagen and can also break down existing collagen. This protein is found with collagen in the dermis, and is responsible for giving structure and support to your skin and organs.... |
70e03a6ba9a02adb1db7bce111f2a475 | What are the two types of brain injury? | Traumatic Brain Injury ( TBI) is caused by an external force -- such as a blow to the head -- that causes the brain to move inside the skull or damages the skull. This in turn damages the brain. Acquired Brain Injury ( ABI) occurs at the cellular level. Or it could result from neurological illness, as in the case of a ... |
974ab2aa2e3d2516cbf5ff4dc1cb5cbb | Where in the United States is there poison ivy, oak, and sumac? | Poison oak is more common in the western U. S. Poison sumac grows as a woody shrub, with each stem containing 7 to 13 leaves arranged in pairs. Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac are three of the most common causes of allergic contact dermatitis in North America. |
57fb9106fe3eaa694891430c79bb51fa | What causes Lewy body dementia (LBD)? | Lewy body dementia ( LBD) is one of the most common types of dementia, after Alzheimer's disease. When they build up, they keep your brain from making the right amount of two important chemicals. One of them, called acetylcholine, affects your memory and learning. The other, called dopamine, affects how you move, your ... |
b67fb44df254dfdb0f56a9f9b104961d | What are the advantages of powered toothbrush for your dental care? | Other advantages include: Easy to use if you: Have a medical condition like arthritis that makes it hard to use your hand Are elderly Are physically challenged Have misaligned teeth or teeth with uneven surfaces Have braces and other orthodontic appliances An electric toothbrush can be fun to use, and you might brush m... |
1084edb12c1f1da1348451f298eae741 | What type of toothbrush should I pick for my dental care? | If an ingredient bothers you, or if your teeth are sensitive, try another product. Ask your dentist which features and bristle head design will work best in your mouth. Replace your toothbrush every 3 months. Get a new one sooner if the brush looks worn or frayed. Bristles that fan out or spread mean it's time to for a... |
6489f5f5af390b184ff0e2f8abd8bf55 | What type of toothpaste should I pick for my dental care? | The best strategy for selecting a toothpaste is to ask your dental hygienist or dentist to recommend a product. Always pick a toothpaste with fluoride to prevent cavities. If an ingredient bothers you, or if your teeth are sensitive, try another product. If the problem continues, see your dentist. |
f1965384a5ee3bf8eca1a878496a72ab | What are the different types of adrenal insufficiency? | When they don't make enough of those hormones, you have a condition called adrenal insufficiency, also called adrenocortical insufficiency or hypocortisolism. You can have either primary, secondary or tertiary adrenal insufficiency. Primary adrenal insufficiency is when your adrenal glands are damaged and can't make th... |
ffbb3b54a3b0dcf6f0698260f1990fd8 | What foods are high in FODMAPs? | Once you know the problem foods, you can avoid them. Certain carbs called FODMAPs are a problem for people with IBS. But the foods you're supposed to cut out are good for you in general. So you should try it for no more than 2 months, and only with your doctor's approval. Among the foods the diet suggests you stop eati... |
c4a27238b3bc743fa1454bf95618743a | Are people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) gassy? | Dealing with IBS and gas is hard. Symptoms vary widely from one person to the next, and no single treatment works for everyone. What gives someone else gas may not bother you at all. What brings you relief may have no effect on someone else. There are many different strategies you can try. Most have to do with what you... |
cfea16dfa2eb973fedcfbf1b56346daa | What are treatments for adenovirus infections? | Antibiotics won't help adenovirus infections because these drugs only kill bacteria. Children often get over the illness on their own within a few days. Water or 100% fruit juice are the best choices to keep kids hydrated. Turn on a cool-mist humidifier. The moisture will loosen congestion and help your child breathe m... |
845daa99fdafc11b7ccfa718c90bc49f | What is the link between menopause and ovarian cancer? | Although it can happen at any age, it's most common in women over age 50. Half of ovarian cancer cases are found in women age 63 or older, according to the American Cancer Society. But your chances of developing it go up as you get older. There are a few things related to menopause that may affect your risk of developi... |
5739572d6ef2d3c84655cd0e1fc0e4c4 | What does the serving size on a food label mean? | The size of the serving determines the amounts listed on the label. It helps you figure how many calories and nutrients are in your food on your plate. This means a food is made up of the heaviest amount of the first ingredient and the least amount of the last ingredient. |
079dea4241df5e96e86e40a0e5afbfbe | What can I tell from the ingredients section of a food label? | Pay attention to that serving size, including the number of servings in the package, and compare it to how much you're actually eating. This means a food is made up of the heaviest amount of the first ingredient and the least amount of the last ingredient. |
75af2a127fdea95762bec6f23b0c9809 | How should people with diabetes use the serving size information on a food label? | Don't confuse portion size with serving size. A portion is what you choose to eat -- and there are no standard measures for this. For example, if a slice of bread is a serving size and you eat a sandwich with two slices of bread, you've had two servings of bread in your one portion, so you'll have to double all the nut... |
35e35357128760d6cc32def77f0ec8a9 | What should people with diabetes look at on food labels? | It has measurements of fat, cholesterol, sodium, carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, and minerals for a typical amount of that food. This information can make it easier for you to choose foods that will fit into your meal plan and help control your blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, and weight. Here's an example o... |
35ee5eb15348e830f4b86d5bd2e7dfc7 | Can melanoma spread? | But others find out they have the disease when it's in an advanced stage. Some people find out it has spread after they've had a melanoma removed, sometimes years later. How the disease makes you feel depends on where in your body the cancer has spread to. For example, if it spreads to lymph nodes, they can get swollen... |
2b41bdab2793e42d5cd7bbfc231405d9 | Is there a cure for advanced melanoma? | This is called advanced, metastatic, or stage IV melanoma. But some can help you live longer and feel better. The goal of any therapy you get will be to shrink or remove your tumor, keep the cancer from spreading further, and ease your symptoms. |
3bf75ac893b4dac88e307db20346e9ea | How are multiple sclerosis (MS) and Parkinsonâs disease alike? | Both diseases can cause your hands to shake, for example. These diseases both affect your nerves. As myelin breaks down, your nerves and nerve fibers get frayed. In Parkinson's, certain brain cells start to die off. If lesions form in certain spots in your brain, they can affect how it makes dopamine. Over time, they m... |
39fe4e4a62077361ed684a5b5ec8c458 | What medicines are used to treat Parkinsonâs disease? | It's also an option to treat another type called relapsing-remitting MS. Other disease-modifying medicines for relapse-remitting MS include beta interferons as well as: Alemtuzumab ( Lemtrada) Cladribine ( Mavenclad) Dimethyl fumarate ( Tecfidera) Fingolimod ( Gilenya) Glatiramer acetate ( Copaxone) Natalizumab ( Tysab... |
698f70d4ee7ddf9ff93cf59d36fb7f93 | What makes multiple sclerosis (MS) and Parkinsonâs disease different? | While some signs of MS and Parkinson's look the same, they're different diseases. MS often affects people between ages 20 and 50, but children get it, too. Parkinson's usually starts at age 60 or older, but some younger adults get it. MS is an autoimmune disease. That means your body's immune system goes haywire for so... |
74f2f445e64d6607412593f96ee70b72 | What does menorrhagia mean? | These tumors, usually benign, are generally found in the smooth muscles of the uterus, and can cause pelvic pain, infertility, and heavy menstrual bleeding. In many cases, the bleeding has a known cause, like uterine fibroids (see above), but in other cases the cause remains unknown. There's a medical threshold for men... |
b57964c02b83781bb575fecd2974f09b | What percentage of hysterectomies are done due to endometriosis? | About 5 million American women experience endometriosis, which occurs when tissue that behaves like the lining of the uterus -- the endometrium -- grows in other areas of the abdominal cavity, such as the ovaries, fallopian tubes, or outer surface of the uterus. As many as 13% of women see their endometriosis return wi... |
ed6b72d98dfea39bc6adbacdd14e1607 | What is uterine prolapse? | One-third of American women experience some type of pelvic health disorder by the time they're age 60. Advancing age, smoking, pregnancy, and obesity are also significant risk factors. |
0318581fa3f56044b342cc88c2973d08 | What are suggestions for helping children deal with ocular albinism? | Even though people who have this condition can be legally blind, they can still get a driver's license in some states if they wear special glasses with small telescopes, called bioptics, mounted on them. Your child's eye doctor also may suggest: Glasses or mini-telescopes Computerized dictation programs and computer de... |
24d908975ba1cfed2b31b261beff70ce | What are the causes of ocular albinism? | In most cases, it happens because of a problem with a gene they inherit from their mothers. Women carry this gene but don't usually have symptoms. Almost everyone who has the most common type, called type 1 or Nettleship- Falls, is male. About 1 in 60,000 males have this. Most people with ocular albinism have blue eyes... |
c250ec6d4536cdfb99357ed3d0384d50 | What are the symptoms of ocular albinism? | The condition affects the retina and the nerves behind the eyes. The retina is a layer of tissue at the back of the eye that sends the brain signals about what a person sees. Things look blurry because the retina doesn't develop the way it should. It can't make a sharp image and the nerves behind the eyes can't transmi... |
be5939adeea016601f18b6e32ef96896 | What are checkpoint inhibitors and the cancers they treat? | Some immunotherapy treatments help your immune system find the cancer or work harder to attack it. Immunotherapy is approved to treat certain kinds of cancer, including melanoma, lymphoma, and lung cancer. |
828d0dc0aca3cd34cc440ceb2c645ca9 | What are some examples of immunotherapy treatments that do not target cancer cells directly? | Cancer treatments like chemotherapy and radiation use medications or high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells. Immunotherapy is different because it uses your own immune system to fight off the cancer. Immunotherapy is approved to treat certain kinds of cancer, including melanoma, lymphoma, and lung cancer. |
4e4ccf655e95a6935cbef81e8fcd8125 | How is gestational diabetes diagnosed? | Positive test results should be confirmed by repeating the fasting plasma glucose test or the oral glucose tolerance test on a different day. Blood sugar levels are checked four times during the test. If your blood sugar levels are above normal at least twice during the test, you have gestational diabetes. |
eefec41b770f939e108e6d12f12b9188 | How can air filters help prevent asthma? | If you have asthma symptoms, an air filter or room air cleaner may help you to breathe better. Maybe. Room air cleaners remove small particles that are in the air near the air cleaner. However, room air cleaners don't remove small allergen particles that are caused by local disturbances, such as the microscopic house d... |
465dd2b66f9ee990f72bb1bc8ae8c966 | What are the disadvantages of using whole-house air cleaners? | A disadvantage of these units is the noise of their fan and the cost of electricity to operate the fan motor. With a whole-house air cleaner, HVAC system includes air filters designed to reduce the accumulation of dust and dirt in the ducts and coils of the system. |
eb589426aea64d5804b022a48cae6a09 | What is high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter? | Almost all room air cleaners efficiently remove smoke from the room (as long as the air filter is large enough, the fan turned on, and the air filter is maintained). Can air filters help prevent asthma symptoms? To qualify as a true HEPA filter, the air filter must be able to capture at least 90% of all particles 0.3 m... |
6a8c4a766684705abf524d8b70b7295e | What do I need to know about air filters for asthma? | If you live with a smoker, an air filter or room air cleaner is likely to be helpful. Room air cleaners remove small particles that are in the air near the air cleaner. Ozone irritates airways, causing temporary bronchospasm in those with asthma, and nasal congestion in those with hay fever or rhinitis. |
5bdb6c8be92f27dbd850f28f887f2c95 | Does vitamin C help fight colds? | At the very first sign of cold symptoms, many people reach for Vitamin C, whether in supplements, juices, cough drops, tea, or other forms. High doses of vitamin C (greater than 2000 milligrams per day for adults) may cause kidney stones, nausea, and diarrhea. |
4f4f931575979747081e9c43583c88f3 | Is it safe to take vitamin C supplements? | At the very first sign of cold symptoms, many people reach for Vitamin C, whether in supplements, juices, cough drops, tea, or other forms. Vitamin C is found naturally in vegetables and fruits, especially oranges and other citrus fruits. The RDA or recommended daily allowance is 90 mg for men and 75 mg for women. High... |
76bc9ecd4bd8d483e2839e72ba2f5e70 | Where is vitamin C found? | This key vitamin is also available as a natural dietary supplement in the form of vitamin C pills and vitamin C chewable tablets. In general, vitamin C is safe to take when ingested through food sources such as fruits and vegetables. |
371725b45fa17d57dbdd142d13c07bb1 | What is cauliflower ear? | The most common cause of cauliflower ear is a hit to the ear -- or repeated hits to the ear -- that leads to hematomas, or small collections of blood that clot and block the flow of blood and nutrients. The initial symptoms of the types of injuries that lead to cauliflower ear are similar to the symptoms one might expe... |
58009803a192e9c1af64b60a06e9e7c5 | Who is most likely to get cauliflower ear? | In wrestling, for instance, trauma can result from opponents' heads rubbing or hitting one another during matches or from contact with the wrestling mat. Cauliflower ear is also common among rugby players and people who practice martial arts. People who participate in these activities are at higher risk than others. Pr... |
6b9aad36612ef77d76be924440aaaf03 | What are symptoms of osteoarthritis? | Overuse of certain joints increases the risk of developing OA. Joint protection devices: These can help prevent strain or stress on painful joints. |
6f80990ecce6173bf77d0afc82edde07 | How can you tell if your baby is sick instead of teething? | Your baby has probably picked up a cold, stomach bug, or other illness if she: Has a runny or stuffed nose Is sneezing or coughing Has diarrhea or is vomiting Has a rash If you're still not sure what's going on, check with your pediatrician. Teething babies can be cranky, and they often are. |
089cdc5c8b1bc14fd130087e69406092 | How can smoking harm my unborn child? | Smoke from cigars, cigarettes, and pipes harms your body in many ways, but it is especially harmful to the lungs of a person with asthma. That's because the smoke that burns off the end of a cigar or cigarette contains more harmful substances (tar, carbon monoxide, nicotine, and others) than the smoke inhaled by the sm... |
da397ebc0807ac9a52140f5d17adb16d | How can secondhand smoke harm my child? | Smoke also causes the lungs to make more mucus than normal. Children of parents who smoke are also more likely to develop lung and sinus infections. These infections can make asthma symptoms worse and more difficult to control. Children of mothers who smoked during pregnancy are more likely to have lung problems and ar... |
c405a299991b3e9ad08606b19791a435 | What do I need to know about smoking and asthma? | When a person with asthma is exposed to secondhand smoke, he or she is more likely to experience the wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath associated with asthma. Smoking harms an unborn child in many ways. |
494c8c203548ed36f35509b09bf69347 | What causes ocular rosacea? | And some people only have ocular rosacea. These glands prevent dryness. If they are blocked, the area around them can swell and get irritated. This can lead to redness and itching in your eyes and crust in your eyelashes. Some scientists believe mites -- tiny spider-like creatures that live in hair follicles on your fa... |
0fb4303a3e3c994ebd568e9dfbde0c5f | What tests are done to diagnose ocular rosacea? | Your eyes also might look bloodshot and burn or sting. Some scientists believe mites -- tiny spider-like creatures that live in hair follicles on your face and lashes -- can block the glands. |
04b65a836894a189442d88b935d1b381 | Who is more likely to have ocular rosacea? | And some people only have ocular rosacea. It can't be spread from person to person. |
228b4018f0f8f6b9de0bc70674595852 | How can aromatherapy be used for cold symptoms? | Over-the-counter decongestants containing pseudoephedrine can help dry and clear nasal passages, but only temporarily. To ease cold symptoms, the essential oils of aromatherapy may be rubbed on the body, inhaled with steam, diffused into the air, or poured on a cloth to be used as a compress. Try rubbing diluted eucaly... |
19107ea544b35b50670067947adff49e | Do over-the-counter medicines for congestions work? | This means more mucus and worse congestion. Over-the-counter decongestants containing phenylpropanolamine have been pulled voluntarily from the shelves because they increase the risk of stroke. |
29c6f73dcb3f55b45a65d496bd7a5e1d | What should I do if my dog has a seizure? | He may try to hide. If your dog is near something that could hurt him, like a piece of furniture or the stairs, gently slide him away. Stay away from your dog’s mouth and head; he could bite you. Don’t put anything in his mouth. Dogs cannot choke on their tongues. If you can, time it. If the seizure lasts for more than... |
988113e12099b9ecca72f6fcc2386af2 | What are the types of seizures in dogs? | A dog can lose consciousness and convulse. The abnormal electrical activity happens throughout the brain. Generalized seizures usually last from a few seconds to a few minutes. With a focal seizure, abnormal electrical activity happens in only part of the brain. Focal seizures can cause unusual movements in one limb or... |
e1884298d4f82dc6af9220acc3e1462d | What is olfactory hallucination? | It could mean you touch or even smell something that doesn't exist. Other causes include: Irritation in the visual cortex, the part of your brain that helps you see Damage to brain tissue (the doctor will call this lesions) Schizophrenia Schizoaffective disorder Depression Bipolar disorder Delirium (from infections, dr... |
c05aa22cb9a23cc27cd431f519dd583a | What is visual hallucination? | But some may also smell and taste things that aren't there. It can look like a multicolored crescent of light. Causes could include: Schizophrenia Bipolar disorder Psychosis Borderline personality disorder Posttraumatic stress disorder Hearing loss Sleep disorders Brain lesions Drug use For example, you might: See thin... |
888c5ca0a394685d5223e2af61b77407 | How does practicing good posture affect rheumatoid arthritis? | It protects your shoulder, hip, and knee joints. When you lift, keep your back straight and your feet wide apart. When you're in a chair, rest your feet flat on the floor. Sit upright and lift your chest. |
8717b800e381a5de5c144b8c4a80be27 | How does losing weight affect rheumatoid arthritis? | If you carry extra pounds, be kind to your joints and shed a few. Added body weight puts more stress on your hips, knees, and feet. Research shows smoking can make it harder to treat the disease. |
1b9229f7016af713361dd85aa17420cb | How does stopping smoking affect rheumatoid arthritis? | Those extra pounds can make it harder to keep your RA joint pain and symptoms under control. Recent studies found that smokers with rheumatoid arthritis were less likely to benefit from two common treatments -- methotrexate and certain biologic drugs. |
056c80a059278a0b3f356a78f8bb246a | Where can you get phosphatidylserine? | It covers and protects the cells in your brain and carries messages between them. Again, there is not enough evidence that phosphatidylserine is of any help in treating this condition. The supplement used in early studies was made from brain cells taken from cattle. |
5fcaaaf2a82595a801faac6611127a7a | How does phosphatidylserine interact with other drugs? | It covers and protects the cells in your brain and carries messages between them. Many people can take the soy-derived supplement without any side effects. Talk to your doctor before taking this supplement if you also take: Any type of blood thinner or have any blood-clotting problems Anti-inflammatory medicines used f... |
292468fcb1c088982a95bb82f3ec3071 | What is phosphatidylserine? | It covers and protects the cells in your brain and carries messages between them. Phosphatidylserine plays an important role in keeping your mind and memory sharp. Animal studies suggest that the level of this substance in the brain decreases with age. Much more research is needed to confirm these results. |
157c10fb330102b50f0468de8fb1bc25 | What are the risks of taking phosphatidylserine? | It covers and protects the cells in your brain and carries messages between them. Many people can take the soy-derived supplement without any side effects. Research is still preliminary but it is likely safe up to 600 milligrams a day for no more than 10 days. They may include: Gas Stomach upset Trouble sleeping Howeve... |
181301c6168cef545141111f5b685191 | Why do people take phosphatidylserine? | Phosphatidylserine is taken to try to prevent memory loss and mental decline that may occur as you get older. Research is still preliminary but it is likely safe up to 600 milligrams a day for no more than 10 days. Talk to your doctor before taking this supplement if you also take: Any type of blood thinner or have any... |
94cda821e3249172a58c1ea546ca37ce | How does immunotherapy treat cancer? | Your immune system is made up of your white blood cells plus the organs and tissues of your lymph system, like your bone marrow. Its main job is to help your body fight off disease and stay healthy. Immunotherapy drugs help your immune system work harder or make it easier for it to find and get rid of cancer cells. It ... |
06dc0a31ecfeaf0f7e2ec1c1b56db22a | What are the risks of immunotherapy when treating cancer? | The area where the medication goes into your body could hurt, itch, swell, turn red, or get sore. Most of the time, these ease up after your first treatment. It isn't a quick fix. |
fdaef3ec6aa76c19d0c93a01c2d2fb6a | Can immunotherapy cause fewer side effects than other cancer treatments? | It causes fewer side effects than other treatments. This is because it targets just your immune system and not all the cells in your body. There are side effects. Most of the time, these ease up after your first treatment. |
7598a9974505717adb0c7b56bd217982 | What increases your likelihood of getting breast cancer? | If a first-degree relative (mother, sister, daughter) had breast cancer, you're two times more likely to get the disease. This is especially true if she got cancer before menopause or if it affected both breasts. Mutations, or changes, to two genes -- BRCA1 and BRCA2 -- are responsible for some cases of breast cancer i... |
c063024bb937d768a979bcef8a74915f | Is breast cancer treatable? | Fortunately, breast cancer is very treatable if detected early. Localized cancer (meaning it hasn't spread outside your breast) can usually be treated successfully before the cancer spreads. Once the cancer begins to spread, treatment becomes more extensive. Improved screening tests and treatment options mean about 8 o... |
38c14f8bd48a528c6cfa2142e6c1fe9b | Where does breast cancer develop? | Breast cancer usually begins in a small, confined area in the or glands, which produce milk (lobular carcinoma) or the ducts (ductal carcinoma), which carry it to the nipple. Stage IV (metastatic) breast cancer. If the tests find breast cancer, you and your doctor will develop a treatment plan to get rid of the cancer,... |
0683bf46c6a1b24a2a5e0af33a24b852 | How does breast cancer develop? | Breast cancer usually begins in a small, confined area in the or glands, which produce milk (lobular carcinoma) or the ducts (ductal carcinoma), which carry it to the nipple. It can grow larger in the breast and spread through channels to nearby lymph nodes or through your bloodstream to other organs. The cancer may gr... |
9992305cf96d8107e04d8e544b22d999 | What is DNA fingerprinting? | It can: Physically connect a piece of evidence to a person or rule out someone as a suspect. DNA fingerprinting is extremely accurate. |
bae3eaeae7e4396a435c0dee9c24930a | What is DNA? | It's used as evidence in courts, to identify bodies, track down blood relatives, and to look for cures for disease. They pair up with another to form what are called base pairs. Your DNA has about 3 billion of these couples. The way they're strung together tells your cells how to make copies of each other. The complete... |
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