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e894ec18fa57fd0ff1b5f38eacf59116 | How long does it take to recover from an abdominal hysterectomy? | During this time, you need to rest at home. You should not be doing housework until you talk with your doctor about restrictions. There should be no lifting for the first two weeks. Walking is encouraged, but not heavy lifting. After 6 weeks, you can get back to your regular activities, including having sex. This proce... |
8326ac2e61333352066bf58cbcd2e271 | Should I use meditation if I have rheumatoid arthritis? | It eases pain, improves mood, lowers stress, and helps keep joints mobile. Meditation can be as simple as focusing your attention on your breathing. Your mind will wander to other topics. That's OK. Just turn your attention back to your breath, or whatever else you choose to focus on. |
d293d2f05686905198080029572a0fe0 | Should I do flexibility training when I have rheumatoid arthritis? | Being active is especially good for people with RA. Tai chi and gentle types of yoga are good for that. They can also be relaxing. |
a7de413fae646fc537640b547d0b22d1 | How can meditation help with rheumatoid arthritis? | It eases pain, improves mood, lowers stress, and helps keep joints mobile. Meditation can be as simple as focusing your attention on your breathing. Your mind will wander to other topics. That's OK. Just turn your attention back to your breath, or whatever else you choose to focus on. You could also try guided imagery.... |
1a9cf943a630b8bc6b8f345c65fa9737 | Where can you get support for rheumatoid arthritis? | To do this, you picture in your mind places or situations you find relaxing. Partner with your doctor. Let him know how you're doing. Tell him about any problems you have. Online support groups are another option. |
efb5070b97e4aebf9c3ac0db8b7c0a5b | Should I partner with my doctor for support if I have rheumatoid arthritis? | Keep up with your sleep. Let him know how you're doing. Tell him about any problems you have. Bring up any questions or concerns you have. |
d46dfcf11c6b1132192f6a5006e9fff9 | What are autoimmune disorders? | Immune system disorders cause abnormally low activity or over activity of the immune system. In cases of immune system over activity, the body attacks and damages its own tissues (autoimmune diseases). Examples of autoimmune diseases include: Rheumatoid arthritis. Treatment includes reducing immune system activity, usu... |
7fc5790f9968f8ad310ff45f2a7d5f59 | What are immune system disorders? | Immune system disorders cause abnormally low activity or over activity of the immune system. In cases of immune system over activity, the body attacks and damages its own tissues (autoimmune diseases). Immune deficiency diseases decrease the body's ability to fight invaders, causing vulnerability to infections. Example... |
89cf29d6b8828f797a3e327f297085c9 | How does systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus) affect the immune system? | The immune system produces antibodies that attach to the linings of joints. Immune system cells then attack the joints, causing inflammation, swelling, and pain. Treatment often requires daily oral prednisone, a steroid that reduces immune system function. |
38fe8a6125b0c9a036514e8ae0425c42 | What is the role of the immune system in chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy? | The immune system attacks the nerves controlling muscles in the legs and sometimes the arms and upper body. Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy. |
1f95870dece8fa27acfaa11ca4e6d786 | How can I manage morning sickness if I have gestational diabetes? | When you have gestational diabetes, you'll have to pay attention to what you eat and when. Foods such as whole-grain breads, cereals, and pasta, brown or wild rice, oatmeal, and vegetables and fruits will help get you there. Eat a variety of foods to make sure you get enough vitamins and minerals. If you take insulin, ... |
7c8049e120ddedd867aac729b0045f1f | What type of hemorrhoid treatment is sclerotherapy? | If you have several hemorrhoids, you may need to have this done every few weeks. More rarely, it also may cause blood clots or infections. Hemorrhoids treated this way are less likely to come back than with other treatments. With this treatment, your doctor focuses an infrared light on a hemorrhoid, and the heat causes... |
a50f418fb0463818ce06e462cbb7ffe3 | Whoâs at risk for a clostridium difficile (C. diff) infection? | The bacteria is often spread in health care facilities, like hospitals or nursing homes, where workers are more likely to come into contact with it, and then with patients or residents. That's because the human body contains thousands of different types of bacteria -- some good, some bad. If the antibiotics kill enough... |
0eca5edc474927ec1bfbf31d1ee819a5 | What problems can a clostridium difficile (C. diff) infection cause? | If you have C. diff, your diarrhea will have a very strong odor. A C. diff infection also can lead to toxic megacolon or bowel perforation, though these rarely happen. With toxic megacolon, your colon dilates and can't release gas or stool. This could cause it to swell and rupture. Without emergency surgery, you could ... |
5656a09e094a9b926fe586d7cdba0da6 | Why should I consider treatment for my depression? | Yet depression can also be sneaky, disguised in symptoms that can be hard to identify. Here are two good reasons why you should consider depression treatment: Treatment works. Even people with severe depression can find relief, and so can you. Early treatment is better. As with many other health problems, getting treat... |
bd17ae24e2e51b2a8f5cee3e6ac3c30f | What are common symptoms of depression? | Common symptoms of depression include feeling sad, hopeless, empty, or having lost interest in the things that previously gave you pleasure. But other, less obvious symptoms also may signal depression, including: Anger, irritability, and impatience. Anxiety. Crying spells, crying over nothing at all, or crying about sm... |
f7f19ca9fc2e230f16902bc753b4d8bb | What are things I can do on my own to help treat depression? | Or you may sleep too much and find it hard to get up in the morning. There are many people willing to help you overcome depression, but the first step you have to take on your own is to let someone know how you are feeling. Exercise helps boost your mood, and research has shown that it may also help ease depression. Ge... |
b3d93baa7f66cab1f6cd3afe62c0682f | What are good ways to manage stress? | It's important to remember that you can control stress, because stress comes from how you respond to stressful events, not the events themselves. Common causes of stress include: Death of a loved one Confrontations Marriage Deadlines Legal problems Job loss Divorce New job Retirement Money problems Illnesses Parenting ... |
cfc35b3b051a195cd549dc68180211f4 | What can treat presbyopia? | You can get glasses with and without a prescription. You can use them for close-up viewing, like when you read a menu or book or work on a computer. If you need help with both near and far vision, bifocals can fix close-up and distant focus. Progressive lenses or trifocals can also help you see both near and far. Conta... |
d616021cdc974c644e8e4006f3379bea | What can you do if it's harder to read than it used to? | What to do: If it's harder to read than it used to be, make an appointment for an eye exam. You might need glasses or contacts. You can get glasses with and without a prescription. The FDA has approved a surgical implant called the KAMRA inlay and one called Raindrop to help improve near vision. These may help well sel... |
c754f36d84759edf15d093ed72dd7187 | What does it mean when you have a fierce headache that started with wavy vision and flashes of light? | You don't need a prescription. They also can create a light show of auras and flashes in your vision. You might even briefly lose sight from certain types of migraines. What it could be: Floaters. |
f0da0995570868990383829cb570087b | What does it mean if you have diabetes and your eyesight changes from day to day? | What it could be: Your blood sugar rises and falls through the day. They can leak and affect your vision. |
edf179d5960621b9059c262ce9a2a035 | What does it mean if there's a film over everything you see? | As you get older, it's normal for your eye's lens to get cloudy as protein inside it starts to clump together. Cataracts can also create a halo around lights at night and make your eyes more sensitive to glare, even during daytime. What it could be: Floaters. |
ec2abecc0dff3544566017028b5624dd | What should you know about vision changes? | They're usually subtle at first, often start in middle age, and can include these problems: What it could be: Presbyopia, or the inability to focus up close. There are other options, and your doctor can check if your dry eyes are a symptom of a bigger problem. |
fd455c701681777c2e7b26c45ab2b374 | What can you do if your eyes feel dry and irritated all the time? | What to do: If it's harder to read than it used to be, make an appointment for an eye exam. If your dryness is mild, get some artificial tears at the drugstore. You don't need a prescription. See your eye doctor if these products don't help. There are other options, and your doctor can check if your dry eyes are a symp... |
96e5d76b11064c1ee4936ec0ca68f902 | What eating milestones should you expect in your 6-month-old? | In just six short months, your baby has started to learn how to communicate and to eat solid foods. Wait a few days each time you try something new to make sure she isn't allergic to it. If your baby doesn't seem to like a new food, wait a few days and then try it again. Babies are fickle creatures and their tastes can... |
5cacbeaaf2f03896114f10c039d95eeb | What can you do to find a childcare provider for your 6-month-old? | You may notice that your baby's eyes have changed from their birth color. If not, here are a few tips for choosing a safe and trustworthy childcare provider: Visit several childcare centers. Spend as much time as possible at each one to get a feel for what your baby might experience there. If you're able, drop in unann... |
290b6db5e9ce00f96a8aa90d9bad17bd | What growth milestones should you expect in your 6-month-old? | By now, she should have at least doubled her birth weight. At six months, baby's growth will slow to about 1 pound a month. Height gain will also slow, to about a half-inch each month. The risk of SIDS is much lower at six months than it was in the first few months of life. |
871be93cc87228ebc95c00d3ed26ebe7 | What communication milestones should you expect in your 6-month-old? | To help her learn the language, read stories together every night. Babies at this age are starting to recognize the people and things around them. Your baby will start to feel comfortable with the familiar -- mommy, daddy, grandma, and grandpa, as well as a few of her favorite toys. You might see the first signs of fea... |
e945071fc67fbaee28d6226e4fecc592 | What flowers are safe for people with pollen allergies? | Many flowers, shrubs, trees, and grasses make very little or even no pollen. Flowers Begonia, cactus, chenille, clematis, columbine, crocus, daffodil, dusty miller, geranium, hosta, impatiens, iris, lily, pansy, periwinkle, petunia, phlox, rose, salvia, snapdragon, thrift, tulip, verbena, zinnia. |
e884c4a08a1fec33c9de7803efe97b52 | What are trees that are good for allergies? | Many flowers, shrubs, trees, and grasses make very little or even no pollen. Trees Apple, cherry, Chinese fan palm (female), fern pine (female), dogwood, English holly (female), Bradford pear, crepe myrtle, hardy rubber tree, magnolia, pear, plum, red maple (female). |
1970470cdb325f0370395518cfce3cf3 | What type of antacid should I choose for my heartburn? | It's also known as acid reflux disease. Over-the- Counter Heartburn Relief Type of medicine How they work How fast they start working How long the effects last Side effects Antacids They neutralize stomach acid. Those that contain magnesium may also help heal stomach ulcers. They come in liquids and pills and are fast-... |
50c555d0ef9cfd75281dff4f5c9ad775 | What are the side effects of antacids for heartburn? | Within seconds Up to 3 hours Some cause constipation and diarrhea. Look for brands that contain calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and aluminum hydroxide to reduce these side effects. Don't take antacids with magnesium if you have chronic kidney disease. Some antacids have a lot of salt, so you should take them on... |
af598bb87d58330b5214dc1eb691fc9c | What are the side effects of proton-pump inhibitors for heartburn? | Up to 4 days Up to 24 hours They may cause diarrhea, headache, stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting. The most common side effects are mild and include: Diarrhea Headache Nausea and vomiting Stomach pain PPIs may also raise your chances of getting an infection of the intestines or lungs, but this is rare. These medicines h... |
76902c786b1ddd167a9f83cc39ffd850 | What is GERD? | But when you have it frequently (at least twice a week for a few weeks), or when it begins to interfere with your daily life or damage your esophagus, your doctor may tell you that you have a long-term condition called gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. It's also known as acid reflux disease. Heartburn is the mo... |
e68a95132b8c0238d1adc3dd0f54d04e | When is heartburn an emergency? | Everyone has heartburn from time to time. But if you also have other symptoms, it could be a sign that something more serious is wrong. Call your doctor or go to the emergency room if: It hurts to swallow. You feel like you're choking. You have black, tarry-looking bowel movements. Your mouth or throat hurt when you ea... |
1e0e9d36197eb9c7d7eefbfa1fe4dd22 | What is a corneal topography? | This test measures the amount of pressure it takes to flatten a portion of your cornea. It can show problems with your eye's surface, like swelling or scarring, or conditions such as astigmatism. You might have it before you have surgery, a cornea transplant, or a contact lens fitting. |
b7d1d31182eef0bb832d258950d52929 | What is a non-contact tonometry? | Pressure readings help your doctor diagnose and keep track of glaucoma. The doctor will use a tool called a tonometer that blows a tiny puff of air, measuring eye pressure indirectly by the eye's resistance to the puff. Applanation instruments can also measure pressure. They are the most accurate, but you'll need local... |
e3befca80684ce054b4aaec3b3146ff5 | What is a refraction? | The doctor uses special drops to expand your eye's pupil (he'll call this dilate). You look at a chart, usually 20 feet away, or in a mirror that makes things look like they're 20 feet away. You'll look through a tool called a phoropter. It lets the doctor move lenses of different strengths in front of your eyes. You c... |
bf7a2aa4161b4c7512bdddd5900a119b | What is an applanation tonometry? | This computerized test maps the curve of your cornea. You'll look through a tool called a phoropter. This test helps diagnose glaucoma. |
593eb673865e661b6ae668c266ed0337 | I feel bad about not sticking to healthy habits. What can I do about it? | Or skip the gym after you vow to increase activity? In that way, anchors help you remember your healthy habits and give you the mind-set you need to do them. |
e16774c2cd97947e771d27b5d1b6a0d4 | What are anchors, and how can they help me make healthy habits? | Anchors help psych you up to do them. Let's say you're listening to music while you're on the treadmill, and you feel supercharged during a particular song. That song can become your anchor for those feelings. When you replay it, you'll feel the same energy boost you got during that workout. Think about a personal item... |
1b0d15bca6df88a1cd024c985005b1a5 | What's the treatment for short-term insomnia? | If you have short-term insomnia, you may not need treatment. Don't hang out in bed; reserve it for sleep. Go to bed at the same time every night. Exercise. Make your bedroom comfortable for sleep. Keep it dark, quiet, and not too cold or warm. Use a sleeping mask to block light or use earplugs or a fan to block noise. ... |
a9a01baf955de3692262df539ec86c39 | How do doctors diagnose insomnia? | Many factors can cause acute or chronic insomnia: Stress (including job change or loss, moving, death of a loved one) Medical condition or disease (including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, asthma, cancer, heartburn, heart failure, overactive thyroid, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, and other ... |
c1d25732e77e5ea74ae1f925f91e8fbf | How can medication help me with my osteoporosis? | They also may lower your chances for dangerous breaks in bones, or "fractures." They help prevent bone loss and reduce spinal fractures, but don't seem to do much in other parts of the body. |
3779ffbc5aafb6deaa2aaeb09a118505 | How does denosumab (Prolia, Xgeva) help in treating osteoporosis? | It strengthens bones throughout the body. It's a twice-yearly injection. If one drug doesn't work well for you, another may. |
b76aed6a302879023bac331558815543 | What is a brittle bone disease? | There is no cure for brittle bone disease, but your doctor can treat it. If you don't have enough of it, your bones become very weak and will break easily. They break very easily. |
3a699f8f62b358a2c284ecf123e9865f | What causes brittle bone disease? | It's caused by a defect in a gene that is supposed to make a substance called collagen. Collagen is a protein in your body that forms and strengthens bones. Most children with brittle bone disease get this gene from only one parent, but it's possible to get it from both. Sometimes a child doesn't inherit the gene from ... |
06495635fbc4a02bd31eda9feab49e27 | What are other symptoms of brittle bone disease? | They break very easily. General symptoms of brittle bone disease may be mild or very severe. They include: Broken bones (fractures) Bleeding and easy bruising (frequent nosebleeds or heavy bleeding after an injury) Blue color in the white part of the eyes Bowing of the legs Breathing problems Brittle, discolored teeth ... |
b7a88ace192a7fb0cae54500fc6a92d2 | How can objects inserted into your vagina affect you? | Small objects inserted into the vagina do not generally cause pain. Unusual objects, generally those larger than the customary vaginal diameter, may cause pain because of distention. While a variety of symptoms may result from a foreign body in the vagina, the most common symptoms are bleeding or foul-smelling vaginal ... |
cf7cda5777b49d703007ccfab172980a | What are common symptoms of a vaginal foreign body? | Common symptoms of a vaginal foreign body include the following: Vaginal discharge, generally foul-smelling and yellow, pink, or brown Vaginal bleeding, especially light bleeding Vaginal itching or foul odor Discomfort with urination Discomfort due to vaginal discharge producing skin irritation Abdominal or pelvic pain... |
cf934df20d3cf4524b9ced0011255fa7 | What are vaginal foreign bodies? | Some objects are designed for use in a woman's vagina. Others are not intended to be inserted and may be placed there accidentally or intentionally. Other common objects include marker caps or crayons. While small objects placed in the vagina may remain for a period of time without symptoms, larger objects may produce ... |
219248dc1633099b9e61fa509f854fb1 | How should you take care of your skin? | Use a gentle cleanser and don't scrub. Use a broad spectrum sunscreen that blocks both UVA and UVB rays. Avoid direct sunlight, and wear a hat and sunglasses. |
96afa1039afaac35548668be8219c26b | When should you pull over when driving if you have diabetes? | Ask your doctor how high is too high to be on the road.) Pull over and check your levels if you start feel: A headache Shaky or jumpy Sweaty Hungry Like you can't see straight Sleepy Dizzy, lightheaded, or confused Clumsy Irritable or cranky Weak If your blood sugar is low, have a snack with fast-acting carbohydrates. |
61bdc2ad219cf5f6c89576ac287f569d | How does diabetes affect driving? | That can make it hard for you to concentrate on the road and react to what's going on around you. If you're not sure whether your diabetes medication can cause low blood sugar, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Second, over time diabetes can cause other health problems that can affect your driving. Diabetes can also hurt ... |
3f4b978041cc375871570778c4417f48 | What should you do before you drive if you have diabetes? | That can make it hard for you to concentrate on the road and react to what's going on around you. Before you drive, make sure your blood sugar is at least 80 mg/d L. If it's lower than that, have a snack with 15 grams of carbohydrate. Wait 15 minutes, then check again. Bring snacks. Stock your car with some snacks that... |
169524934b1be4b984a4f58e1a9e8230 | What can you do if your blood sugar is low while driving with diabetes? | Wait 15 minutes, then check again. Stock your car with some snacks that have fast-acting carbohydrates in case your blood sugar starts to go too low. If it's still not high enough, eat another snack, wait another 15 minutes, and check again. Don't drive again until your blood sugar is in a normal range. Then when you g... |
aab6b99d133ae879433df08a8966f3da | Can drugs treat atherosclerosis? | It can lower LDL levels. There are no proven cures for atherosclerosis. But medication can and lifestyle changes can reduce the risk of complications. |
008a4113e299034462dd572f113973ee | How common are side effects from niacin? | But taking a statin can reduce the risk of complications from atherosclerosis. Niacin also can increase blood sugar levels. This is a problem especially for people with diabetes. Because of its side effects, niacin is much less frequently prescribed than statins or fibrates. The benefits of blood thinners come at the p... |
66643a6e08122448ca978fcff38adc23 | How does ezetimibe (Zetia) work for atherosclerosis? | Taken in large doses, it improves cholesterol levels by reducing triglycerides and LDL. But it doesn't work as well as statins. This drug is usually used in addition to a statin to further lower bad cholesterol. There is no evidence, though, that it reduces the risk of heart attacks or strokes. |
276ddfb6ef6270d4d50e5f97f6218aa9 | How is an event monitor used for electrocardiograms? | Your doctor will ask you to keep a diary of what you did and any symptoms you notice. When you push a button, it will record and store your heart's electrical activity for a few minutes. You may need to wear it for weeks or sometimes months. Each time you notice symptoms, you should try to get a reading on the monitor.... |
c4e12fd2267c2ee1e19d5616e4d34994 | What are risks of taking nattokinase? | Nattokinase is a natural enzyme. There's some early evidence that nattokinase may have benefits for heart and artery health. You may need to stop taking nattokinase if you're planning to have surgery. Given the lack of evidence about its safety, doctors don't recommend nattokinase for children or for women who are preg... |
27d3cfaa13a7a1f5b6e62c96b0eafd10 | What is nattokinase? | Nattokinase is a natural enzyme. There's some early evidence that nattokinase may have benefits for heart and artery health. In food, nattokinase is safe. More studies are needed to see if nattokinase taken as a supplement is safe for repeated or long-term use. |
98a80e2a98525690ff8c02d768a45fd7 | What foods have nattokinase in them? | It seems that the fermentation process makes nattokinase. You can't get nattokinase from other soy foods. In food, nattokinase is safe. |
f2709b2da7ea2829aafc87f8b278e32f | How does nattokinase interact with other medications? | If you have any blood clotting disorders, don't take nattokinase supplements unless a doctor says it's safe. They could cause excess bleeding and bruising. |
fc0927ea9d2114e1f1a58d4317ded5d1 | What are some medications that can affect your sex life? | If you have back pain, for instance, have sex side-by-side instead of in the missionary position, which can make back pain worse. Some that can do this include: antidepressants antihistamines blood pressure medicines cholesterol-lowering drugs ulcer medications If you have reason to suspect that any of your meds are da... |
96f292af27d0b0be359576feb8849e36 | Can anti-inflammatory drugs to relieve painful menstrual cramps be harsh on the stomach? | If there is a history of kidney problems or stomach problems (such as ulcers or reflux), consult with your health care provider before starting this type of medication. Taking the pills with meals may help prevent upset stomach. Anti-inflammatory drugs are 80% effective. |
b2cc45aa65f9169b914ddb724f44f7e3 | What is the outlook for menstrual pain? | A hysteroscopy is another possible procedure. Anti-inflammatory drugs are 80% effective. Hormonal birth control decreases the pain 90% of the time. Cramps also tend to decrease in intensity as a woman ages. Cramps may disappear after a woman's first pregnancy. |
29e53570defeb0ff77b6a3ba44b3ab30 | How many collagen or filler injections will I need? | It's important to know that one treatment probably will not remove every line on your face. Just like natural collagen, collagen replacements begin to lose form and will eventually wear down. Treatment may require collagen injections two to four times a year to maintain the smoothing effects. |
9fdd23bd61ca25d61c57c0735dc4f70e | What are collagen injections? | Collagen injections give your skin a plumper, smoother appearance. Although collagen is the best known filler, there are many other substances doctors can use to plump up your skin, including fat from your own body and synthetic materials. Collagen injections replenish the skin's natural collagen. |
5905513ff71aa8b75f7d48df85db5ac4 | What are other ways to treat symptoms of menopause? | Prescription and OTC medication for vaginal dryness and sleep problems. You can try topical estrogen, lubricants, and non-estrogen prescriptions for dryness and painful sex. Acupuncture, meditation, and relaxation techniques are harmless ways to ease the stress of menopause, and some people believe they help. Many wome... |
41cac8755c59f6e037ec465f745d46d4 | How can I treat the symptoms of menopause? | A healthy diet and regular exercise program will help manage your symptoms and boost your health. It helps with hot flashes and night sweats, and it may help prevent osteoporosis. If you don't have a uterus, you might get estrogen alone. Hormone therapy isn't for everyone. If you can't or don't want to take hormones, o... |
969822786ecb7fda66ca17f54945f21e | What are non-surgical treatments for a hernia? | It depends on the size and symptoms. Call your doctor right away if you have a fever or nausea, sudden pain that gets worse, or a hernia that turns red, purple, or dark. The hernia causes pain or discomfort, or it's growing larger. You may be able to wait to have surgery if: Your hernia goes away when you lie down, or ... |
a6262bcd429dbf6d89b69192d9034c9f | How is open surgery done for a hernia? | That's when the blood supply to the tissue gets cut off. He'll gently push the hernia back into place, tie it off, or remove it. Then he'll close the weak area of the muscle -- where the hernia pushed through -- with stitches. For larger hernias, your surgeon may add a piece of flexible mesh for extra support. It'll he... |
02087b5459274210ed1492b37026bfb8 | What are the risks of hernia surgery? | This is called incarceration. They include: Infection of the wound Blood clots: These can develop because you're under anesthesia and don't move for a long period of time. Pain: In most cases, the area will be sore as you heal. But some people develop chronic, long-lasting pain after surgery for a groin hernia, for exa... |
1b3cac7b79a8472e84a4134a001df57e | What should you know about treating hernias? | Hernias usually don't get better on their own. In rare cases, they can lead to life-threatening complications. That's why doctors often often recommend surgery. But not every hernia needs immediate treatment. It depends on the size and symptoms. A surgical hernia repair involves pushing the bulge back inside the body p... |
ce6880b90efebdf30896e53fd4e2e7db | I have a cold and diabetes, what is recommended that I should eat and drink? | You may not feel hungry when you first get sick, but it's important to try to eat something anyway. Some foods to try: 3-ounce fruit juice bar 1/2 cup frozen yogurt 1/2 cup cooked cereal If you don't eat, your blood sugar might fall too low. |
d677b32ce38d5166042fd66c289fb5fd | What are short-term and long-term effects of raspberry ketone? | When ketones are taken from raspberries, they can be used to add fragrance and flavor to things such as colas, ice cream, and cosmetics. No study has been done to document potential side effects. There are also no studies that look at potential drug or food interactions. Without scientific evidence, no one can say what... |
4842aad830b94f8a579e1ac87c20550e | Can pregnancy make asthma worse? | Pregnancy could make your asthma worse. There's no clear answer to this question. In general, if your asthma is severe, chances are it may become a little worse during your pregnancy. On the other hand, if you were pregnant before and your asthma did not get worse, chances are that it will not get worse during the next... |
5b0553367bcf1d9879270c9d339a7d9e | Can you have a healthy pregnancy and have asthma? | Just because you have asthma doesn't mean you can't have a healthy pregnancy. But you have to keep your asthma under control. On the other hand, if you were pregnant before and your asthma did not get worse, chances are that it will not get worse during the next pregnancy. But if you have severe asthma, it's worth talk... |
210b49a01d07ccb70e7bbb17165e0ec3 | Can you take oral medication and receive allergy shots while pregnant? | If you don't control your asthma properly during pregnancy, you're much more likely to harm yourself and your baby than if you use the right drugs to control your asthma. The best thing to do is to talk to your doctor, who will look at how severe your asthma is and what treatment is right for you while you're pregnant.... |
248312405ababd6a3ed8676a0d818cc2 | Why is it so important to keep my asthma under control while I am pregnant? | But you have to keep your asthma under control. That means your baby, who gets oxygen from your blood, won't get enough either. Good control of asthma also lowers your risk for pregnancy complications such as premature birth, low birth weight, and preeclampsia (dangerously high blood pressure during pregnancy). |
a2ce8fd84d73305c297749be8d124681 | How is scoliosis treated? | Depending on the degree of the curve, a back brace is sometimes prescribed for kids and adolescents who are still growing. Bracing can help prevent the curve from getting worse. Surgery. If the curve is severe and is getting worse, surgery is sometimes needed. Body casting. A cast is placed from the shoulders to the lo... |
9c753e2f206cb99aa679b42789fdcc58 | What are the types of spine curvature disorders? | Kyphosis. Kyphosis is characterized by an abnormally rounded upper back (more than 50 degrees of curvature). Scoliosis. A person with scoliosis has a sideways curve to their spine. The curve is often S-shaped or C-shaped. Symptoms of lordosis may include: Appearing swayback, with the buttocks being more pronounced Havi... |
e531501d0781f9f922e04ce47011cc88 | How common is scalp psoriasis? | The areas around them can be red and itchy. Apply over-the-counter ( OTC) products to your scalp to help soften scales and make them easier to peel off. This is a prescription form of vitamin D. Apply it at night and cover your scalp with a shower cap. |
b0e0f510399acfa2f40cc9a20b8a2337 | Will I need treatment for scalp psoriasis? | Once you do, you may be able to keep it from flaring with special shampoos or moisturizers. If you have a more severe case or have psoriasis elsewhere on your body, you may need a medication that treats your whole body. You can take these medications by mouth or injection. |
fbac59d11c8a072a5b1ac03ecf93b341 | How is MRSA diagnosed? | Your health care provider will examine the area and be able to run lab tests to see if you have MRSA. Depending on your symptoms, your doctor also might test blood, urine, or sputum (mucus coughed up). If you have a severe infection, or MRSA in the bloodstream, you will need intravenous antibiotics. |
2aaa736363de323bc74f5c4eb21d8f9e | What are the treatments for MRSA? | MRSA is treatable. If you have a severe infection, or MRSA in the bloodstream, you will need intravenous antibiotics. Antibiotics, however, aren't always necessary. If you have a small skin boil caused by MRSA, your doctor may just make an incision and drain it. If you are prescribed antibiotics, follow your health car... |
90ef5ec2e251f9988e19741850b1601c | What do you need to know about type 2 diabetes? | Type 2 diabetes is usually not diagnosed until there are health complications. Most often, there are no diabetes symptoms or a very gradual development of the above symptoms of type 2 diabetes. Eye damage: Diabetes can cause: Glaucoma: A buildup of pressure in your eye Cataracts: Cloudiness on the lens Retinopathy: Dam... |
692acddd1fe09d04802a47eb2ac0353f | Will insurance cover weight loss surgery for type 2 diabetes? | If so, he will give you a detailed checkup and ask you questions to see if you are physically and emotionally ready for the operation and the major changes you'll need to make. Many insurance companies do cover weight loss surgery, since studies show that weight loss surgery could help treat type 2 diabetes. You can de... |
340940d760a224bb08004ab683221542 | What are the pros and cons of adjustable gastric band surgery? | ( You'll need to eat a lot less and make a healthy diet and exercise part of your life forever.) Pros: Your doctor doesn't have to cut the stomach or move the intestines, like in other surgeries. That's one reason it has fewer complications. Also, you can get the band adjusted or taken out later. Cons: Sometimes there ... |
bb6183960deb76c46b325f37fcec5496 | What's the main treatment for factitious disorders? | The first goal of treatment for a factitious disorder is to modify the person's behavior and reduce his or her misuse or overuse of medical resources. Treatment likely will focus on trying to change the thinking and behavior of the individual with the disorder (cognitive-behavioral therapy). Family therapy may also be ... |
30673a2f73e0a0ad25315fb68685d672 | What is Viniyoga like? | Hatha Yoga What it's like: Gentle " Hatha yoga" originally meant the physical practice of yoga; the poses rather than the breathing exercises. Viniyoga What it's like: Gentle You focus on how your breath moves through your body and affects each pose. It's not so much about doing every pose precisely. The long, deep str... |
e77bbe0ccdca36fc81f745e31a1cf707 | What is Iyengar yoga like? | Hatha Yoga What it's like: Gentle " Hatha yoga" originally meant the physical practice of yoga; the poses rather than the breathing exercises. The term now is often used when a few different yoga styles are combined to create a simple class that's good for beginners learning to do basic poses. Then try one of the yoga ... |
c8f8ddfb69d0c75ca22136404d8e6fc5 | What is Sivananda yoga like? | Hatha Yoga What it's like: Gentle " Hatha yoga" originally meant the physical practice of yoga; the poses rather than the breathing exercises. Sivananda Yoga What it's like: Gentle You do 13 poses and lie down in between the poses. Sivananda yoga is easily adaptable to people of different physical abilities. |
cf9a179d32c795ebee8922179f2ac4a9 | How much water do I need to drink to keep my kidneys healthy? | And that's good for your kidneys. ( Most people don't overdo it, though.) How much to drink? One way to check is by noticing the color of your pee. If it's pale yellow or clear, it's fine. If it's dark yellow, you might need more water. |
187be54120af8cef5477b2d98cf32de7 | How can you treat nail psoriasis? | If you're unhappy with the way your nails look, try nail varnish or artificial nails. The same treatments you get for skin psoriasis can also treat your nail psoriasis. |
5c94ebca0f75fc8cb5c176fea95e6812 | Are there treatmtents for nail psoriasis? | You'll know you're getting nail psoriasis when you see these changes in your fingernails or toenails: Color. The treatments for nail psoriasis include: Phototherapy. |
5d46302dd4116f8363dc5c478517bd57 | What are tips for using multi-symptom cold relievers? | It might also help open a stuffed nose. Otherwise, you might treat a symptom you don't have with medicine you don't need. |
553ee106acff0542445612fe9a9869d5 | What are important things to notice on over-the-counter (OTC) cold medicine labels? | Whenever you buy an OTC cold medicine, read the label carefully. Look at these things: Ingredients: Check to see if it has medicines that are already in other drugs you take. You should also check the other ingredients, especially if you are allergic to colors or flavorings. Uses: Learn what symptoms the medicine targe... |
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