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bd94d2118df2f4e71af1b9f39b1b7a79 | What over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are good for a cough? | It should go away on its own in a few days. Some OTC cough medicines have an ingredient that stops the reflex that makes you cough. Others contain an agent that will thin your mucus. You might try to suck on a cough drop or hard candy; it could do the trick. Cough medicines don't often cause side effects in healthy adu... |
94508e8589e0a7c3801ee8892e457307 | What should I keep in mind when choosing an over-the-counter (OTC) cold reliever? | Studies find antihistamines don't improve cold symptoms much on their own. But if you're not sure what you need, ask your doctor or pharmacist for some guidance. It's also a good idea to check with them if you have a medical condition such as glaucoma, heart disease, high blood pressure, or an irregular heart rhythm th... |
39e2bdc8b4e6c3ab91e1030a32a73ecf | When should you call your doctor about cold symptoms? | It should go away on its own in a few days. Call your doctor if: You're short of breath or are wheezing A cough or stuffed nose lasts more than two weeks or comes back A sore throat lasts more than five days You have a fever higher than 101.5 F You have pain in your face or sinuses |
858533d001d71b50a19c1f55f4e4ae7b | What over-the-counter medicines are good for a stuffed nose and sneezing? | These types of medicines can help you breathe more easily: Antihistamines block a chemical that makes your nose fill up and run. But they may work better when combined with a decongestant. Decongestants shrink swollen blood vessels in the nose to relieve congestion. If you have high blood pressure, ask your doctor if i... |
223360951997c0abb1582e17a75957dd | How can vaccinations help with treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? | Inhaled steroids can help if you have many COPD flare-ups. Ask your doctor about nicotine replacement, medicine, and counseling. |
36e767f127eb68b5f27181977270633a | How can bronchodilators help treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? | These medications work quickly to relax the muscles around your airways and ease symptoms like coughing and shortness of breath. You take them through an inhaler. You might take it with a long-acting bronchodilator. |
ed735598624c552d6cd461848fb0364a | What are some other reasons to use surgery to treat Crohn's disease? | People who have the following complications may need surgery: The formation of a stricture (a scar), which is a narrowing in the bowel that can cause obstructions (blockages) Extensive bleeding in the intestine A hole, or perforation, in the bowel wall The formation of a fistula, a connection between two parts of the b... |
c56a4f3490d8bc6d208370524e8ea563 | What is the cure for Crohn's disease? | Treatment depends on the severity and location of the disease. Because the disease can sometimes go into remission on its own, it's not always possible to know whether a specific treatment has been effective. No part of the intestine is removed. |
7af5111b7add82e72325d97171775209 | How do hormones from pregnancy cause migraines? | You might try a mild pain reliever, like acetaminophen, but check with your doctor to make sure it's safe for you before you take it. An estrogen patch can keep levels of the hormone steadier, so you're less likely to have bad migraines. |
badf1f5a383c899bdb92206702be23d8 | How can stress trigger supraventricular tachycardia? | That could help you control this condition. If you've had heart surgery, you may be left with scars that increase the chances you may get SVT. Up to 25% of people who've had a heart transplant will have this happen. |
3c4c98c4d25e04be85582c77d8b7d2ed | How can previously having a surgery trigger supraventricular tachycardia? | This causes your heartbeat to speed up -- sometimes to three times its normal pace. If you are worn out or anxious, you may be more likely to have a bout of SVT. This doesn't mean your body is rejecting the new organ. |
0da6fd5939df5dc7a647742dfa1dd727 | How can working out too much trigger supraventricular tachycardia? | Alcohol can also be a trigger, and possibly in smaller amounts than caffeine. Most of the time, though, exercise is one of the best things you can do for your heart. Talk with your doctor about the right amount of activity for you. |
5fd0a08c2bc4bab64940c383ca047748 | What are prolapsed hemorrhoids? | Internal hemorrhoids are far enough inside the rectum that you can't usually see or feel them. They don't generally hurt because you have few pain-sensing nerves there. Sometimes hemorrhoids prolapse, or get bigger and bulge outside the anal sphincter. Then you may be able to see them as moist bumps that are pinker tha... |
d7ed41c5279410f08a8e885f25231138 | What causes hemorrhoids? | Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lowest part of your rectum and anus. And they're more likely to hurt, often when you poop. Or it could come from: Pushing during bowel movements Straining when you do something that's physically hard, like lifting something heavy People who stand or sit for long stretches of time ar... |
f660a4c037e3f8572442fb5debe641a2 | What are internal hemorrhoids? | They don't generally hurt because you have few pain-sensing nerves there. Bleeding may be the only sign of them. Prolapsed hemorrhoids usually go back inside on their own. |
86ad4036df35ec6ab5eba7b940198a26 | How can a thrombosis happen in hemorrhoids? | And they're more likely to hurt, often when you poop. When the clot dissolves, you may still have a bit of skin left over, which could get irritated. |
60cb16cf8f45587ca96749dde3153da2 | What are hemorrhoids? | Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lowest part of your rectum and anus. But you should see your doctor to make sure it's not a more serious condition. He can also remove hemorrhoids that won't go away or are very painful. Bleeding may be the only sign of them. Sometimes hemorrhoids prolapse, or get bigger and bulge o... |
1f7f0c98e175832777b8f37466226cd3 | What tests are used to diagnose metabolic acidosis? | Ketoacidosis. This test measures the chemical balance in your blood. It compares the numbers of positively and negatively charged particles, including sodium, chloride, and bicarbonate. Certain types of metabolic acidosis have a bigger difference -- or "gap" -- than others. Arterial blood gases. If you have diabetes, y... |
d57f0537861206e0265ba17a06895769 | What is metabolic acidosis? | Your body: Is making too much acid Isn't getting rid of enough acid Doesn't have enough base to offset a normal amount of acid var s_context; s_context= s_context || {}; s_context['wb.modimp'] = 'vidfloat'; if(webmd.useragent && webmd.useragent.ua.type === 'desktop'){ webmd.ads2.disable Initial Load(); webmd.ads2.disab... |
12b993c2e4e6620e54cbefd127af55d9 | What is the treatment for metabolic acidosis? | You can treat it, but how depends on what's causing it. If you don't restore the balance, it can affect your bones, muscles, and kidneys. In severe cases, it can cause shock or death. DKA can put you in a coma. The earlier you're treated, the better. Common treatments include: Detoxification, if you have drug or alcoho... |
fa793da5abe7d55357fea0eeed5cc433 | How can you prevent metabolic acidosis? | You can treat it, but how depends on what's causing it. Drink plenty of water and non-alcoholic fluids. Your pee should be clear or pale yellow. Limit alcohol. It can increase acid buildup. It can also dehydrate you. Manage your diabetes, if you have it. Follow directions when you take your medications. |
e80ee3e369a580171f72d689e9388691 | How does hyperchloremic acidosis lead to metabolic acidosis? | Lots of ketones in your blood turn it acidic. But it starts in a different way, when your body has too much carbon dioxide because of a problem with your lungs. This test measures the p H of your blood and the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in it. |
e94cb9f038271706daa32d935493f7af | Who gets myelofibrosis (MF)? | Most people are diagnosed around age 60. Both men and women can get it. About 18,000 people in the U. S. are living with MF. Young adults or small children can get myelofibrosis, but it's rare. Girls are affected twice as often as boys when it happens in childhood. You may get MF by itself. Long-term exposure to radiat... |
3f01200f528b2b5c3ed5631eeef9890d | Should you do a breast self-exam? | Medical groups don't agree on that. You can ask your doctor for advice on whether it would be helpful for you. If you notice anything unusual, tell your doctor. You may need to lift your breasts with your hand to see it. |
258527557dc44a9353c2c43e37ed33ae | How do I do a breast self-exam in the mirror? | But should you do a breast self-exam? If you choose to do one, follow these steps: In the mirror: Stand undressed from the waist up in front of a large mirror in a well-lit room. Look at your breasts. If they aren't equal in size or shape, that's OK! Most women's breasts aren't. With your arms relaxed by your sides, lo... |
cbe3aa4dd89e36e5c7904ff1fcdfce85 | What should you do if you find a lump during your breast self-exam? | Medical groups don't agree on that. You can ask your doctor for advice on whether it would be helpful for you. But do check in with your doctor's office if you notice any new breast changes, such as: An area that is different from any other area on either breast A lump or thickening in or near the breast or in the unde... |
3881682d747492361e547f9611e91686 | How do I do a breast self-exam in the shower? | In the shower: Feel for changes in the breast. It helps to have your hands slippery with soap and water. Check for any lumps or thickening in your underarm area. Place your left hand on your hip and reach with your right hand to feel in the left armpit. Repeat on the other side. Check both sides for lumps or thickening... |
5ef9c9008005681ac394df6d4fd62bc9 | What are side effects of radiation for cervical cancer? | Radiation uses high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells and stop their growth. Side effects of radiation include: Fatigue Loose stools, diarrhea Nausea, vomiting Pain during sex Skin changes Discomfort and urge to urinate often Menstrual changes Swollen legs (if lymph nodes are irradiated) These side effects will go awa... |
6d8f869917dec99786a3eff32652e320 | How can conization help with treating cervical cancer? | If you were diagnosed with cervical cancer, just know that it's usually very treatable -- especially if your doctor caught it early. This surgery can treat very small cervical cancers that haven't spread. Your surgeon removes a cone-shaped area of abnormal cells from your cervix. Conization is performed with a knife, l... |
a869ba631198689b02d6295b526833bb | How can surgery help with treating cervical cancer? | If you were diagnosed with cervical cancer, just know that it's usually very treatable -- especially if your doctor caught it early. Surgery is the main treatment for cervical cancers. Sometimes you'll get chemotherapy or radiation to shrink the tumor before surgery, or to kill cancer cells that remain afterward. The t... |
1e9e673bc6935e681f554fbf350f1ab9 | How can clinical trials help with treating cervical cancer? | You might also get chemotherapy if your cancer has spread. If you've tried a few treatments and they didn't work, or the cancer has spread, ask your doctor about a clinical trial. These test new treatments to see if they're safe and if they work. |
33493ae7db5c841d7c98eccab48cd3d3 | What are cervical cancer treatments? | If you were diagnosed with cervical cancer, just know that it's usually very treatable -- especially if your doctor caught it early. Cervical cancer treatments include: Chemotherapy Radiation Surgery Targeted therapy Take time to review all your options. Make sure you understand how each treatment works. You can also g... |
53cb03f9a896235165c5024e92253141 | How are gum infection and blood sugar related? | If it's not treated, gum disease can cause your blood sugar to rise, and that makes your diabetes harder to manage. If your blood sugar is out of control because of an infection in your mouth, then treating that infection will tame your blood sugar. |
6120a96c09b94a9c2f18ec1074ef25ea | What can I do to reduce dental issues associated with diabetes? | First, manage your diabetes. â Keep your blood sugar levels under control, choose a healthy diet, stay active,â Boghosian says. â If your body is healthy it will help you fight the oral and fungal infections, and maybe even increase the amount of saliva in your mouth.â Don't smoke. Aside from their many dangers... |
46399b085880f95e6eafad877ab2558b | Can diabetes affect my teeth? | â If left untreated, diabetes can really take a toll on your mouth,â says Alice Boghosian, DDS, spokeswoman for the American Dental Association. When you think of a treatment for diabetes, a toothbrush isn't the first thing that comes to mind. â If your body is healthy it will help you fight the oral and fungal i... |
7ea2f376304424c3c9a83a4696da4b8b | What is farsightedness? | This is also is called hyperopia. It means that the eye focuses better on distant objects than on those that are close. When you're farsighted, the light rays don't focus like they should. |
db116bf8e17b6273a4861422dbb33716 | Will I need eye surgery if I'm farsighted? | Glasses, contact lenses, or vision correction surgery can correct your vision. If contacts or glasses aren't for you, eye surgery may be the answer. The most common procedure to correct farsightedness is LASIK. The doctor creates a flap on the top of your cornea, then uses a laser to sculpt tissue inside your eye. Talk... |
3e972cb57cea7ff7476df3b555475210 | What are antihistamines and how can they help with clearing a stuffed-up nose? | If allergies are causing your stuffy nose, ask your doctor if you should use ones that you can buy without a prescription. Histamines are chemicals in your body that cause allergic symptoms, including a stuffy nose. Antihistamines help prevent allergic reactions by blocking these chemicals. Some of these meds can make ... |
0129c45ff40e52d6493a8f7f0aad66b9 | What is saline and how can it help with clearing a stuffed-up nose? | If allergies are causing your stuffy nose, ask your doctor if you should use ones that you can buy without a prescription. In a clean container, mix 3 teaspoons of iodide-free salt with 1 teaspoon of baking soda. Add 1 teaspoon of this mix to 8 ounces of distilled or pre-boiled lukewarm water. Hold one side of your nos... |
9aa9c5e65833ac65ab1653a526139601 | What are some complications of stage II chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? | They can be very serious. COPD also raises your odds of having heart disease, lung cancer, and high blood pressure in your lungs. Check with your doctor to see how you can limit your risks for these other conditions. Make sure you tend to your overall well-being and keep an eye on your mood, since people with COPD can ... |
6bc944f90afb4475776aef3be091d149 | How can I find someone to exercise with? | Or spend an hour gardening in the backyard. Check the schedule at your local community center or YMCA to see what free or affordable exercise classes they offer. Find opportunities to connect with people who enjoy the same activities as you do. Once you get talking about your active lifestyle, you may be surprised to l... |
152f960ddfa52756deb949fa708aadb0 | Why should you exercise as you age? | At every age, it makes a huge difference in how you feel and move, helps you whittle down those numbers (like your weight, cholesterol, or blood pressure) that your doctor keeps mentioning, and even brightens your mood. Actually, not moving is much riskier and can speed up the aging process. Inactive people are twice a... |
048fa44b9f1595d81ec65051f8daeae5 | What are benefits of physical activity as you get older? | Remember, the more physically fit you are, the less likely you are to get injured. Improving your balance by doing things like yoga and tai chi may also help you avoid falls in your everyday life. When done regularly, exercise helps strengthen your heart rather than put it at risk. That's enough to help your blood circ... |
980ee4af574ae6a8bfee991afa9a715f | What physical exercise is appropriate for your age? | First, talk to your doctor before beginning an exercise program. She can tell you which activities to try and which ones to avoid. When you get started, work with a pro who can show you exactly what to do. That way, you'll stay safe. Don't judge what you can do today by what you did in the past. Exercising isn't about ... |
f84013e057f9c7e4a256f20c12402bd7 | How often should you exercise as you age? | For overall heart health, the American Heart Association recommends 30 minutes of aerobic activity 5 days per week, and 2 days per week of strength training. Even a 10-minute walk is a good start. Once you get talking about your active lifestyle, you may be surprised to learn that there are already people around you wh... |
2adb231d2a35936f0e0e15fc3d310bb3 | What should you know about carbs if you're on an insulin-resistance diet? | They're low in carbs and calories, and they're packed with nutrients, so you can eat as much as you want. So for breakfast, choose oats over toast. Low-fat dairy. |
c14283c33a83ea401f23983db315e375 | What kinds of vegetables should you eat if you're on an insulin-resistance diet? | But it can be hard to change habits. Fresh vegetables are best. If you go frozen or canned, make sure there's no added fat, salt, or sugar. Watch out for starchy vegetables, like potatoes, peas, and corn. They have more carbs, so treat them more like grains, and don't overdo it. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and fibe... |
18891ef28ae891f6df82558d743a32be | What foods and drinks should you avoid on an insulin-resistance diet? | And if you already have it, a diet change may help you manage it better. They're low in carbs and calories, and they're packed with nutrients, so you can eat as much as you want. If you go frozen or canned, make sure there's no added fat, salt, or sugar. Swapping out saturated and trans fats for healthy ones can lower ... |
42943ec06bf6efee63df39f51e1f546c | What foods are part of an insulin-resistance diet? | You don't need special foods for the insulin-resistance diet. In a nutshell, you'll eat less unhealthy fat, sugar, meats, and processed starches, and more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, fish, and lean poultry. There's no magic food that'll fix everything, so vary what you eat. When you have a choice, choose the food... |
15923c48c4fda4d765e7191879dc7f1e | How can immunosuppressive drugs help with lupus? | Like corticosteroids, these drugs curb your immune system, bring symptoms under control, and help prevent long-term organ damage. Your doctor may prescribe them if corticosteroids have not helped your symptoms. Immunosuppressive drugs are sometimes used together with corticosteroids. That way you'll be taking a lower a... |
1ef25aa002c74f7bb63d35653462a2ba | Which monoclonal antibodies treat lupus? | Some medications used to treat malaria can also treat lupus. It may help reduce your need for steroid treatment, but it has not been tested thoroughly for the most severe forms of lupus. Rituxan ( Rituximab) is another monoclonal antibody that has sometimes been used to treat lupus when other treatments have not been s... |
e6155491bc00205a55d542a35d1eba78 | What causes Crohn's disease? | It has often been thought of as an autoimmune disease, but research suggests that the chronic inflammation may not be due to the immune system attacking the body itself, but rather a result of the immune system attacking a harmless virus, bacteria, or food in the gut. While foods don't appear to cause Crohn's disease, ... |
5b114662a033a80bb8eb149fb1e21e9a | What are life-threatening symptoms of Crohn's disease? | You'd notice swelling, tenderness, pain, and fever. These drugs cause a higher risk of infections that can be life-threatening. |
cd87ce39acfa7d5655e15bf313a3731e | What medications are used to treat Crohn's disease? | About 20% of people with Crohn's disease may have a close relative with either Crohn's or ulcerative colitis. Medication Crohn's disease is treated primarily with medications, including: Anti-inflammatory drugs. Examples include mesalamine ( Asacol, Lialda, Pentasa), olsalazine ( Dipentum), and sulfasalazine ( Azulfidi... |
f06a7d87798c4494ff25120a93a998dd | How does Crohn's disease cause inflammation? | It can get inflamed as a result of Crohn's treatment or the disease itself. Pancreatitis: Inflammation of the pancreas can result from both gallstones and medications. The cause of Crohn's disease is unknown. It has often been thought of as an autoimmune disease, but research suggests that the chronic inflammation may ... |
a20aef137750cffadfa296bac33c9d27 | How is Crohn's disease diagnosed? | First, your doctor will review your medical history and talk about your symptoms. Your doctor might want to do some lab tests, like: Blood tests, including blood counts Stool samples to rule out infections as the cause of diarrhea Imaging tests or endoscopy: Your doctor might send you to a specialist called a gastroent... |
b0d52e86444360d371ede11a4f6e646f | What other symptoms of Crohn's disease can develop? | The symptoms depend on where the disease happens and how severe it is. Fistulas: In addition to forming within your intestines, fistulas can also form between the intestine and other organs, like the bladder or ureter. |
289e008a5e5e4b399bf441b30de1ab28 | How does diet affect Crohn's disease? | Ileostomy: You might need this if your rectum is diseased and the doctor can't use it for an anastomosis. While foods don't appear to cause Crohn's disease, soft, bland foods may cause less discomfort than spicy or high-fiber foods when the disease is active. Most doctors try to be flexible in planning the diets of the... |
5f53e92261c4e484a99e9dac0ecfe4e9 | What should you do if you think you're being treated unfairly at work due to your bipolar disorder? | Talk over your feelings with your family, therapist, or health care provider. The Americans with Disabilities Act can protect some people who are discriminated against because of a health condition. |
e5b190f4c1fa0e81e23db02c24cfd119 | What are varicose veins? | They almost always affect legs and feet. Visible swollen and twisted veins -- sometimes surrounded by patches of flooded capillaries known as spider veins -- are considered superficial varicose veins. Besides a surface network of veins, your legs have an interior, or deep, venous network. |
cac1737b8aef0be450987f9fcb37e0e0 | How can you give a cold to someone else? | Your sneezes and coughs can send virus particles as far as 12 feet through the air where they can land in someone's mouth or nose or be inhaled into the lungs. Others can also catch your cold if they touch you or something you've come into contact with and then touch their mouth or nose. Some people never show symptoms... |
73421d0f13c6c5ee97eec68b467130ac | What is heart valve disease? | Your valves sit at the exit of each of your four heart chambers. They keep blood flowing through your heart. Your aortic valve narrows. It slows blood flow from your heart to the rest of your body. Mitral valve insufficiency. This causes blood to leak backward, leading to fluid backup in the lungs. The valve between yo... |
6f3071e6fbbb45e627bdb6f99f3d2579 | What should you know about pancreatic cancer? | Unfortunately, a cure is rarely possible at that point. Diagnosing pancreatic cancer usually happens when someone comes to the doctor after experiencing weeks or months of symptoms. However, blood tests don't allow for early detection of pancreatic cancer, because these levels may not rise until pancreatic cancer is ad... |
d52f16a9d1311649e6fc26d650e0c02a | Is pancreatic cancer curable? | Unfortunately, a cure is rarely possible at that point. Diagnosing pancreatic cancer usually happens when someone comes to the doctor after experiencing weeks or months of symptoms. However, blood tests don't allow for early detection of pancreatic cancer, because these levels may not rise until pancreatic cancer is ad... |
c1454b5f9179e8e987789d8800c6b6fe | How can getting tested prevent gonorrhea? | Have your sexual partners get tested. Ask them if they've been screened for gonorrhea. If they haven't, have a conversation about getting tested. Doctors recommend you get tested for gonorrhea once a year if you're: A man who has sex with men A sexually active woman under age 25 A woman who has multiple sex partners If... |
23165752dd7f7ed5a6030f46c85f0906 | How can I prevent gonorrhea? | You also have a lower risk if you're in a long-term sexual relationship with only one person and you're their only partner. You can reduce your chances of getting gonorrhea by practicing safe sex, which means using a condom, and by getting regular screenings. You'll need to keep practicing safe sex to keep from getting... |
0a2f20e2a0efb0a4d0d38f15a6163e08 | What is gonorrhea? | Some people call it âthe clap.â Gonorrhea usually causes pain and other symptoms in your genital tract, but it can also cause problems in your rectum, throat, eyes, or joints. Both men and women can get it, though men get it more often than women. Your risk for gonorrhea is higher if you: ⢠Are young ⢠Are havi... |
a07727a9fb47a02b157b85951890e747 | What is meralgia paresthetica? | You might also hear it called Bernhardt- Roth syndrome. It happens when there's too much pressure on or damage to one of the nerves in your leg, specifically the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve. If you have meralgia paresthetica, a large sensory nerve in your outer thigh doesn't have enough room to pass through your hi... |
b6e9ab7045844be684b18de9b7f41991 | What are the warning signs and symptoms of meralgia paresthetica? | You might feel: Pain, tingling, numbness, or burning in the outside of your thigh Sensitivity to light touch rather than to firm pressure High sensitivity to heat Your symptoms may be mild at first, but as the condition gets worse, you might feel sharper, shooting pain. It may go away and come back for no clear reason.... |
284653f291f5e775260bccb9772b2587 | What are symptoms of meralgia paresthetica? | You might feel: Pain, tingling, numbness, or burning in the outside of your thigh Sensitivity to light touch rather than to firm pressure High sensitivity to heat Your symptoms may be mild at first, but as the condition gets worse, you might feel sharper, shooting pain. The type of therapy you get depends on the cause ... |
0961cd003cc70a906b96bd9d5dacaf75 | What is an electromyography test for meralgia paresthetica? | A certain set of nerves, called the sensory nerves, gather and send signals to your brain about your skin, muscles, and other tissues. If you have meralgia paresthetica, a large sensory nerve in your outer thigh doesn't have enough room to pass through your hip bone or joints. The doctor will touch your leg to find the... |
ff728d01792972c38e2cb23b88e767ee | What is hyperthermia or heat stroke in dogs? | The normal body temperature for dogs is between 101 and 102.5 F, compared to 97.6 to 99.6 F for humans. When dogs have high temperatures that are the result of hot external temperatures or excessive exercise in humid conditions, the condition is referred to as hyperthermia or heat stroke. When temperatures reach 106 F,... |
1b641cb77c6f7a6e759c1090c50106e0 | What illnesses or conditions can give your dog a high fever? | Infection may be anywhere in the body, such as the lungs (pneumonia), the kidneys (pyelonephritis), the brain (encephalitis), or even the skin. Some infections, such as fungal diseases, can affect several areas of the body at the same time. Vaccination. A low-grade fever for 24 to 48 hours after vaccination is not unco... |
0e0a0baa1b61078eb2437d5af8700499 | How can I check if my dogs has a high fever? | A temperature of more than 103 F is considered a dog fever, although it can be 103 if a dog is very excited or stressed. Although there are no definite signs, some symptoms that might indicate illness and fever in dogs include: Lethargy Depressed mood Shivering Loss of appetite Vomiting Coughing Nasal discharge The onl... |
3c2f20ab42d65a62435e92553d971f86 | What are the symptoms of vaginal cysts? | If you have one of these cysts, you might feel a small lump along the vaginal wall or on the lips. Often, your gynecologist will discover the lump during your annual exam. The cyst might stay the same size or grow larger. The cyst shouldn't be painful. However, some larger cysts -- especially Bartholin's gland cysts --... |
a50a3a11766af5dd99ef07bd239f13fb | How do you drain vaginal cysts? | You might need to have a biopsy of the cyst to rule out cancer. During a biopsy, your health care provider removes a piece of tissue from the cyst. You could also have a procedure called marsupialization in which a small incision is made in the cyst to drain the fluid and then the edges of the incision are sutured to t... |
dd31f97a48b16e9f2b3f959be5f1290f | How do you treat vaginal cysts? | They're not usually harmful or painful. Vaginal cysts usually don't cause symptoms. You might need to have a biopsy of the cyst to rule out cancer. During a biopsy, your health care provider removes a piece of tissue from the cyst. That piece of tissue is examined under a microscope to see if it is cancerous. |
a08cc558e1998f859923c05e4ec072b7 | How is endometriosis similar to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? | In rare cases, when the symptoms are severe, you may need surgery. This includes your bowel. It can cause symptoms like IBS, but they may get worse before and during your period. Another sign you could have endometriosis is pain when you start to have a bowel movement or during sex. Some women also have rectal bleeding... |
adf614c5029ec0d12902ac587d54a721 | What is ulcerative colitis (UC)? | You may need to take medicine every day to treat it. Sometimes, doctors suggest surgery. Like ulcerative colitis, this type of IBD causes ulcers and inflammation. |
2459022e5ae7680cd67cae088f23641b | What is celiac disease? | When you have this condition, your colon is inflamed. A blood test can show if you're more likely to get celiac disease. If so, your doctor may do a biopsy of your small intestine to confirm it. The only sure treatment for celiac disease is a gluten-free diet. It's important to manage your condition to avoid severe dam... |
4727a4d54af7d6aff3753661d3e641df | How is stomach cancer similar to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? | If it's not working the way it should, you can have IBS-like symptoms such as diarrhea, bloating, and belly pain. Other symptoms can be: Heartburn Feeling sick to your stomach Vomiting Blood in your stool Losing weight without trying If your doctor thinks you have it, she may do a test called an upper endoscopy. She pu... |
a9b81ef3e6b576861e7c8375b83ccb95 | Can you prevent generalized anxiety disorder? | It most often begins in childhood or adolescence, but can begin in adulthood. However, there are some things that you can do to control or lessen symptoms, including: Stop or reduce your consumption of products that contain caffeine, such as coffee, tea, cola, and chocolate. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking ... |
a591708e281c27aba40fd1c68387d6b9 | Who is the best candidate for a biventricular pacemaker? | This therapy has been shown to improve the symptoms of heart failure and overall quality of life in certain patients with severe symptoms that aren't controlled with medication. Therefore, to be eligible for the biventricular pacemaker, heart failure patients must: Have severe or moderately severe heart failure symptom... |
29cfcdc70e7bd39bce34aa73be31ce82 | How often should someone get their pacemaker checked? | Because it is very important to keep the area of insertion sterile to prevent infection, your chest will be shaved (if necessary) and cleansed with a special soap. Activities such as golf, tennis, and swimming should be avoided for six weeks after the pacemaker is implanted. The nurse will explain how to check your pac... |
24fedf3bc096eb0bf4277084051a3f43 | What should you keep in mind when buying food with omega-3 fatty acids? | Some fortified foods offer 100 mg or more. Getting more than 3 grams a day of omega-3s may make bleeding more likely in people taking antiplatelet drugs, such as aspirin. But you're not likely to get that much from a typical diet. Talk with your doctor before taking high doses of omega-3 supplements. |
d51e1b2df236b221da15d0bfc5d1c79c | How can counseling help treat depression in the elderly? | It also is helpful for people who cannot take drugs because of side effects, interactions with other medicines, or other medical illnesses. And unhappy life events including the death of family or friends, poverty, and isolation may also affect the person's motivation to continue with treatment. |
dd75a8d53ef6fe4b59941b6d4c715388 | How does a controlled food challenge help food allergies? | Sometimes that's enough to pinpoint the problem food, or he may suggest some tests. Your doctor will take a sample of your blood and expose it to different allergens. That way, you don't have to be exposed to what may be the cause. To confirm a skin or blood test, or to see if a child has outgrown an allergy. It can be... |
34d89ef0c1a753deb009a22dfd593849 | How will I be tested for food allergies? | First, he'll puts a small drop of liquid containing the food on your skin, and pricks it. Then he'll watch for a reaction -- a small bump that may get red like a mosquito bite. If your skin reacts, you're probably allergic to that food. Your doctor can talk with you about other treatment options. If you don't react, yo... |
e639c1a4a5a3265063fe59cbc099f8e1 | How can blood tests help identify food allergies? | You won't learn the results right away. This test is usually sent to a lab, and results could take a week or more. Doctors don't use it as often. They may use it if they have an idea of what you're allergic to. That way, you don't have to be exposed to what may be the cause. Neither skin nor blood tests can accurately ... |
4b06acb2115f212fa863b0f0bf41e0dc | How can I know if I'm allergic to a food? | First, he'll ask you questions about what you think you're allergic to and your symptoms. Sometimes that's enough to pinpoint the problem food, or he may suggest some tests. Allergy testing can help your doctor find out what you're allergic to, but it's not foolproof. After your tests are done, you'll need to work with... |
9c9b6c3b806a2deda1fafc146c96aee7 | How often should you bathe your baby? | Until your baby's umbilical cord falls off, which usually happens after the first week, don't give any baths. Circumcised boys should not be bathed until the penis has totally healed. Your baby doesn't need a bath every day -- two to three times a week should be fine. |
0eb5441e891880e4bc1de8a3b5a83c46 | How often should you cut your baby's nails? | Because your baby's fingernails grow very quickly and babies can easily scratch themselves, file or cut the nails about twice a week. Your baby's toenails don't grow as quickly. You can probably get away with cutting them a couple of times a month. Just watch out for any jagged edges that you may need to trim. Never bi... |
e845b475711450d1299f528ae624ec17 | What are hydrogenated fats? | Coconut, palm, and palm kernel oils are exceptions to the rule; these liquid vegetable oils are highly saturated fats. This process also rearranges the molecular shape of the remaining unsaturated fats. The resulting shape is an abnormal "trans" shape. |
8852cae5bf0c19c9c67c8bddf12b24cb | Which fats are saturated? | Less than 10 percent of your daily calories should come from saturated fats. In general, the harder a fat, the more saturated it is. Beef and dairy fats are mostly saturated fats. Liquid oils are usually unsaturated fats, including monounsaturated fats in olive and canola oils and polyunsaturated fats in safflower, cor... |
a5b52b5b91a26a0db4491508e1e1f575 | Is shingles is contagious? | Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the virus that also causes chickenpox. In a person who has been exposed to chickenpox -- or its vaccine -- the virus never really goes away. Though people who haven't had chickenpox can catch that condition from you, the shingles itself isn't contagious. |
76005846253bf61c74dcdf3825efa763 | How often do people get infected by a brain-eating amoeba? | N. fowleri disease is known as primary amoebic meningoencephalitis ( PAM). It occurs from zero to eight times a year, almost always from July to September. A study in Virginia that looked at more than 16,000 autopsy records from patients who died of meningitis found five previously unreported cases of PAM. Studies show... |
4e064c07aa444aa92bf043ff986c695b | What is a brain-eating amoeba? | Amoebas are single-celled organisms. The so-called brain-eating amoeba is a species discovered in 1965. It's formal name is Naegleria fowleri. Although first identified in Australia, this amoeba is believed to have evolved in the U. S. There are several species of Naegleria but only the fowleri species causes human dis... |
67ce27dafb00ddf6c63c3321140183c4 | How soon do you die after getting infected by a brain-eating amoeba? | It takes two to 15 days for symptoms to appear after N. fowleri amoebas enter the nose. Only a handful of patients worldwide have been reported to have survived an infection. |
d2651606d3b7db2b77dd737cfbb9d0a4 | Are alternative treatments for ADHD safe? | Some alternative treatments are safe, inexpensive, and easy to get -- but there might not be proof that they work. And none of these options are meant to replace proven ADHD treatments. Some ânaturalâ or alternative treatments might be unsafe, too. And don't assume that vitamins or supplements are safe just because... |
e56ad6c7bf643b60f9485f7e8f2dfe10 | How do you take Lyrica as treatment for fibromyalgia? | Lyrica (pregabalin) is an FDA-approved drug treatment for fibromyalgia. When used for fibromyalgia, Lyrica is a capsule that is usually taken in divided doses twice a day. Your doctor will determine the best dose for you. If you miss taking one capsule, you should take it as soon as possible -- unless it is close to th... |
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