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c072c4e5b00afa4822e417c9b8589752 | Is there a test to confirm the diagnosis of autoimmune inner ear disease (AIED)? | There's no test that can tell for sure that you have AIED, but the results may show that you're having an autoimmune reaction. If they do, it's a good idea to see an otolaryngologist (ear doctor) who's also trained in autoimmune disorders. Since you may not get a clear answer, your doctor may start you on treatment wit... |
dc10a58145c57a65e90fc52d13887018 | What is autoimmune inner ear disease (AIED)? | Autoimmune inner ear disease ( AIED), is a rare disease that happens when your body's immune system mistakenly attacks your inner ear. It can cause dizziness, ringing in your ears, and hearing loss. |
270c58d0b8f23bdec92bce7eaae12a84 | What are the symptoms of autoimmune inner ear disease (AIED)? | If you have AIED, you'll have hearing loss that starts in one ear and then spreads to the other. This may take weeks, or it could happen over a few months. Other symptoms can include: Dizziness or problems with your balance Fullness in your ear Tinnitus (ringing, roaring, or hissing in your ear) Vertigo (a sense that y... |
197038b5a560bee370b681ce3884b0ad | How common is autoimmune inner ear disease (AIED)? | Less than 1% of the 28 million Americans who have hearing loss have it because of AIED. It's slightly more common in middle-aged women. |
a88c998e14a4e8d25a6393ec791b0329 | What causes autoimmune inner ear disease? | Other symptoms can include: Dizziness or problems with your balance Fullness in your ear Tinnitus (ringing, roaring, or hissing in your ear) Vertigo (a sense that you're spinning) Your immune cells are always on the lookout for germs trying to invade your body. If they mistake cells in your inner ear for a virus or bac... |
ccc8fd707a83ec4db9cd0c24551a77a9 | What new treatments are available for autoimmune inner ear disease? | As doctors learn more about AIED, more treatment options may be possible. These include drugs that work better with fewer side effects as well as gene therapy. New genes may be used to help damaged ear cells start working again. |
a9b319ff20882843e2b97c5075f9e377 | What happens after the diagnosis for autoimmune inner ear disease? | Since you may not get a clear answer, your doctor may start you on treatment without a sure diagnosis to prevent damage to your hearing that can't be fixed. Many people aren't diagnosed with AIED until they start treatment and their symptoms get better. |
7f686e2eeb476310658931674e835b0f | What is the treatment for autoimmune inner ear disease? | To diagnose AIED, your doctor will ask questions about your health and medical history, do a physical exam, and give you a hearing test. High doses of steroids have been shown to work well for AIED, but they have many side effects. So you probably won't take them for more than a few weeks. After you take the steroids, ... |
239b3fd9120c96311b188c8256a0a870 | What treatments exist for autoimmune inner ear disease (AIED) other than steroid medications? | It can cause dizziness, ringing in your ears, and hearing loss. She'll also test your balance, which can show how well your inner ear is "talking" to your brain. There, the brain turns them into sound. Part of the cochlear implant sits behind your ear. The other part is put under your skin during surgery. As doctors le... |
bcf18194820e3f6b9e1d9f6f0182e27c | What are the risks of high blood sugar during pregnancy? | High blood sugar during pregnancy can cause your baby to grow very large. That can lead to complications during delivery. The baby could be born with low blood sugar, yellowish skin and eyes (jaundice), breathing trouble, and other problems. If you are diagnosed with gestational diabetes, though, your doctor will work ... |
804ef45da8d86d06e13167de32b6daf2 | How do doctors test for gestational diabetes? | If your doctor thinks you're at risk, he'll give you a "glucose challenge" test. You'll drink a really sweet beverage. One hour later, you'll get a blood sugar reading. If the results come out higher than 130 to 140 mg/d L, you'll go back to the doctor's office on another day for a more involved process. This is called... |
802d3e29b39e962144ebe3c0eaa3bfe7 | What happens during the 3-hour glucose tolerance test? | The doctor will check your fasting blood sugar level when you get to his office. Then he'll give you a drink that's even sweeter than the one in the first test. You'll get blood sugar readings 1, 2, and 3 hours later. If two or more of the results are higher than the normal values, you'll be diagnosed with gestational ... |
85987c32a4a9f3e51939a7b22681fcbe | What happens if I am diagnosed with gestational diabetes? | If two or more of the results are higher than the normal values, you'll be diagnosed with gestational diabetes.â Values are: fasting: Higher than 94 mg/d L, 1 hr - higher than179 mg/d L, 2 hr higher than 154mg/d L, 3 hr higher than 139 mg/d L. If you have the condition, your doctor will tell you about healthy lifesty... |
b8bc9e5265d418928a3d99ffa688bb44 | What are some of the early symptoms of a stroke? | That's what leads to the first symptoms you have, which can seem like some part of your brain quickly went offline. You might be grabbing milk from the fridge and suddenly your face feels funny. Or sitting at your desk and realize you can't budge your arm to answer the phone. Or you're in the middle of a sentence when ... |
521b2f3026436235eb2a63a62b11e04d | What additives can cause migraines? | These cheeses are high in tyramine: Blue Brie Cheddar Feta Mozzarella Muenster Parmesan Swiss Chemicals added to food to enhance their flavor or help them stay fresh longer may bring on a headache: MSG (monosodium glutamate): The main ingredient in soy sauce and meat tenderizer, MSG can spark a migraine within 20 minut... |
208cde45ef5407b9e0e0ff1e120e0208 | What drinks can cause migraines? | But doctors agree that brief changes in your brain activity bring them on. Caffeine can cause headaches. But it isn't wise to go cold turkey on your favorite drinks. That could lead to a withdrawal headache. Instead, you may need to limit your caffeine intake to no more than 200 milligrams a day. That's about one small... |
99a49a29a63843fb1460f6204cadb9b3 | How does having a cold affect you if you have diabetes? | It makes it harder for you to ward off a cold virus. Also, when you get sick, it adds extra stress to your body. This can affect your blood sugar levels, so it's important to take steps to keep them in a good range. |
39f87e3c8af29d6a85af6f758aba163d | When should you call your doctor if you have a cold with another medical condition? | Talk to your doctor before you get sick so you can make an action plan for a cold. It can lay out what to do if: Your cold symptoms get worse after 3 to 4 days. You get nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, high fever, shaking, chills, or coughing with thick, yellow-green mucus. |
f8713a0ce8612301beec9e11d935f598 | What lifestyle changes can prevent you from catching a cold if you have a medical condition? | Keep your hands away from those areas to avoid a cold. Move regularly. Aerobic exercise, which gets your heart pounding, helps increase your body's natural virus-killing cells and helps you fight off a cold. Eat healthy. Make sure your diet includes foods with lots of nutrients, like dark green, red, and yellow vegetab... |
e17f8aa4fbf9c9a027cb309d0962a033 | How does having a cold affect you if you have HIV/AIDS? | If you have complications from your cold, such as lung infections, it makes it hard to take in oxygen efficiently. When you get sick, you're also more likely to get complications such as pneumonia. For in-depth information, see HIV/ AIDS and Colds. |
40e764258712cdf0eb6b03071cb41fc5 | How does having a cold affect you if you have heart disease? | If you have it, a cold can make your symptoms worse. When that happens, your heart works even harder to pump oxygen-rich blood throughout the body. |
51aac1a367bce63fb823ee5928bf87b1 | When should I stop taking eye medication? | Call him or her as soon as possible if you feel you need to stop the medication. If you quit too early, the illness might return or become harder to treat. Don't double the dose unless your doctor says to. |
e1dcf74df22281622fe9857468ee4983 | What if I am pregnant and taking eye prescription medications? | Tell the doctor if you're expecting or breastfeeding. Small amounts of medication can pass from mother to child. |
e288396eb4f47779ff130f459a6ea132 | What should I tell my eye doctor before they prescribe me drugs? | Before your eye doctor prescribes a drug, tell him or her if: You're allergic to any medication You're on any other drugs, including over-the-counter ones You're pregnant or think you might be You have problems with any medications When you take eye medication, follow these safety tips: Read all labels carefully. |
2ba30d8b97e484e219f5b6c0eccf9cc2 | What are some safety tips for the dosage of my eye medication? | Don't double the dose unless your doctor says to. If you miss a dose, don't panic. Take it as soon as you remember. |
28352c5772946793aaa201bb4e4ea39d | How should I keep my eye medication? | Don't keep medication that's outdated or no longer needed. Store it in a dry area away from moisture, unless the doctor or pharmacist tells you to refrigerate it. Always keep medications out of the reach of children. |
1550a8f37596ac2e84643dff48a622cd | Should I change my diet for my eye medication? | If you have any questions about your medication, ask your doctor. Some foods can increase the potency of drugs. And some drugs need to be taken with food so that your stomach won't get upset. |
6f912e66dc3f2804864168c290c3cc08 | What should I be aware of when taking eye medication? | Don't share your medications with others. If you store your medications in a container, label it with the drug name, dose, frequency, and expiration date. Know when your medications will run out. Buy your medications at the same pharmacy, if you can. If you have any questions about your medication, ask your doctor. |
cee4e51fab5ecdbc4745e47cb7569a6d | What are the uncontrollable factors that raise the risk of hight cholesterol? | Gender: After menopause, a woman's LDL cholesterol level ("bad" cholesterol) goes up, as does her risk for heart disease. Age: Your risk may increase as you get older. Men aged 45 years or older and women aged 55 years or older are at increased risk of high cholesterol and heart disease. Family history: Your risk of hi... |
ca1a84cf2cb83cb1f38add17e05bb778 | What is meconium? | Your baby's first poops are called meconium. It's a thick and sticky residue that is greenish-black in color. You should see it only in the first 3 days of your baby's life. |
46aaa727fe94517ab49f81a3d493185a | When should I call my doctor about the color of my baby's bowel movements? | Let your baby's doctor know if you see: Poop that stays chalky white. Poop that is tarry black. There may be blood in his digestive tract that has turned dark as it traveled through the intestines. You don't need to worry about green, orange, and yellow stools. They are par for the course and rarely a sign of a digesti... |
44021abc73a029ad374187646ab0e70d | Iâm having genital herpes outbreaks. What are some questions to ask my doctor? | Can I still plan to have children? Would I benefit from taking herpes suppression drugs every day, or should I take medication only when I have flare-ups? Which drug would be the best choice for me, and why? What are the possible side effects? Is there anything else I can use to relieve my symptoms? What can trigger ou... |
bd6b26927c77cdc01696277eb6915598 | Iâve just been diagnosed with genital herpes. What are some questions to ask my doctor? | What type of herpes virus do I have? Should I be tested for other sexually transmitted diseases? How can I keep my partner from becoming infected? How soon should my partner be tested? Will herpes complicate any other health problems I have? Can I still plan to have children? Would I benefit from taking herpes suppress... |
b87f8e049dae99dee806fc65fce4705c | My partner has genital herpes. What are some questions to ask my doctor? | How often can I expect to have symptoms? Can I still plan to have children? How often should my long-term partner be tested? Can you recommend a support group or a counselor to help me work through this? If I have been infected, how long would it take for the virus to show up in tests? Should I be tested for other sexu... |
6d09f6cbae1af7fcde16127920a300c2 | How can you train your bladder to help your OAB? | Hold your pee when you feel like you need to go. It's easier if you do it while sitting down. Sit still, and squeeze your pelvic floor muscles several times in a row. When the urge to pee passes, walk slowly to the bathroom. Be patient. It may take up to 8 weeks to see results. |
89ded6d38fe544a666eec6f6c06f2690 | What is percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation? | Percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation: The doctor places a needle on nerves near your ankle that affect bladder control. You'll have one session a week for 12 weeks, then maintenance treatments as needed. This procedure is done in the office. |
02dd17f44ff68ecda3dc212b99eec603 | How can losing weight help my OAB? | Exercise and weight loss can improve urinary incontinence and OAB symptoms. It'll ease the stress on your bladder and lead to fewer accidents. |
1fdcfb14953344cf8fe7ead76088d251 | What is sacral nerve stimulation? | Sacral nerve stimulation: The doctor uses electricity to stimulate the nerves that control your bladder. He'll place a small device under the skin in your butt. It sends mild electric charges through a wire to a nerve in your lower back. This helps build bladder control. This procedure is commonly referred to as a blad... |
56cbefe30aeccf46912b6672963e6a28 | Does smoking affect my OAB? | Cigarette smoke irritates your bladder. It can also cause a hacking cough, which could trigger leaks. |
2f221374c90aa17ac16b381fcb53e8ce | Which medications can help OAB? | Oxybutynin ( Ditropan, Ditropan XL) Oxybutynin gel or patch ( Gelnique, Oxytrol), which you rub or place on your skin Solifenacin ( VESIcare) Tolterodine ( Detrol, Detrol LA) Trospium ( Sanctura, Sanctura XR) Women who've been through menopause can also use a form of the hormone estrogen that you apply inside your vagi... |
1c934c86b8726a1dfd6c606e83508ab9 | How can my diet help my OAB? | Ask your doctor if you should limit how much you drink at certain times of the day. He might also tell you to avoid coffee, tea, alcohol, sodas, and juices. Ditto for fruits like oranges and grapefruit, and spicy foods. All of them can make your OAB symptoms worse. |
919b3f2f8c47751533d53184ec9e961e | What is augmnentation cystoplasty? | In rare cases, augmentation cystoplasty, where intestine is used to make the bladder bigger or urinary diversion, an alternate route for bladder drainage for severe, complicated OAB patients may be considered Overactive bladder doesn't have to get in the way of your daily life. |
6724e4efe9680828a60d82149a0476c0 | How can scheduling my bathroom trips help my OAB? | Ask your doctor if you should limit how much you drink at certain times of the day. This way, you train yourself to pee at the same times every day. |
04762f6eaadbf6e0260979e760060352 | How can Kegel exercises help your OAB? | They also build up the muscle that controls the flow of urine from your body. When it works like it should, it helps you to hold your pee until you can get to the bathroom. When it doesn't, you have leaks. To do Kegels, pretend you're going to pee, then squeeze the muscles you'd use to stop it. You'll have to do them a... |
f01065d042dc8dd06c1db116dfd99e4c | What is double voiding? | Hold your pee when you feel like you need to go. It'll help make sure your bladder's empty. That way, you can avoid a quick trip back to the bathroom. |
1dad62fb6f99488feb73a6b47edea15a | How do you treat pustules or cysts? | When many pustules or cysts appear on the face and upper body, you'll need an oral antibiotic. Your doctor also can inject cysts with anti-inflammatory steroid solutions to help decrease their size. |
430e8fecb2b2998b6c920a69322518cb | How does acne happen due to puberty? | To understand acne, you need to know how your skin works. The pores in your skin contain oil glands. When you hit puberty, there's an increase in sex hormones called androgens. The excess hormones cause your oil glands to become overactive, enlarge, and produce too much oil, or sebum. When there's too much sebum, the p... |
b6d576c710dbe1815a1ceed97fedeb65 | How does benzoyl peroxide help acne? | For instance, if you have an occasional inflamed pimple, you may use skin compounds containing: Azelaic acid Benzoyl peroxide Glycolic acid Lactic acid Retinoids (medications that come from vitamin A) Salicylic acid Various fruit acids Benzoyl peroxide reduces oil production and has antibacterial properties. But use it... |
0f5a93775f7fff8d8d99427a73220ee8 | When should I call my doctor about acne? | Treating acne early is the key to avoiding permanent scarring. |
4f01d4fe13f57ef98875fde1e323a3c3 | Can hormonal changes cause acne in teens? | While the symptoms of acne vary in severity, you'll notice these signs on areas of your body with the most oil glands (the face, neck, chest, back, shoulders, and upper arms): Clogged pores (pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads) Papules (raised lesions) Pustules (raised lesions with pus) Cysts (nodules filled with pus o... |
a6388aa6b72ee24ae9dd14f02f48a5ec | What is the most common food intolerance? | These triggers cause about 90% of food allergies: Peanuts Tree nuts (such as walnuts, pecans and almonds) Fish Shellfish Milk Eggs Soy Wheat The most common food intolerance is lactose intolerance. It happens when people can't digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy. |
19a4367942bd37072c31427e27ee43e6 | What are the symptoms of food allergy? | You may have these symptoms: Gas, cramps, or bloating Heartburn Headaches Irritability or nervousness A food allergy happens when your immune system mistakes something in food as harmful and attacks it. It can affect your whole body, not just your stomach. Symptoms may include: Rash, hives, or itchy skin Shortness of b... |
ad561f52de328680967dcdc25c924c34 | What are the symptoms of food intolerance? | Food Allergy: Usually comes on suddenly Small amount of food can trigger Happens every time you eat the food Can be life-threatening Food Intolerance: Usually comes on gradually May only happen when you eat a lot of the food May only happen if you eat the food often Is not life-threatening A food allergy and an intoler... |
4f038f41ed811a03dab9eac7c6911228 | What are common triggers of food allergies? | These triggers cause about 90% of food allergies: Peanuts Tree nuts (such as walnuts, pecans and almonds) Fish Shellfish Milk Eggs Soy Wheat The most common food intolerance is lactose intolerance. |
41963fdaa9fe371b9c5a7b540e5a87c9 | How do I know if I have food intolerance, or a food allergy? | A doctor can help you know for sure. Food Allergy: Usually comes on suddenly Small amount of food can trigger Happens every time you eat the food Can be life-threatening Food Intolerance: Usually comes on gradually May only happen when you eat a lot of the food May only happen if you eat the food often Is not life-thre... |
62ba805c80486daa7844e0fc576de9d7 | What can help me figure out if I have a food allergy or intolerance? | These clues can help you figure out if it is an allergy or intolerance. Have allergy tests done. Learn which foods -- and how much -- cause you to have symptoms. |
c5cc3a213424e449ae3ea71f408a19a5 | How can I ease my food allergy symptoms? | You may have these symptoms: Gas, cramps, or bloating Heartburn Headaches Irritability or nervousness A food allergy happens when your immune system mistakes something in food as harmful and attacks it. When you eat out, ask your server about how your meal will be prepared. It may not always be clear from the menu whet... |
d916c803c3ed96e043fa07a4134c81e7 | What do I do if my infant isn't breathing due to choking? | Hold the child face down on your forearm, supported by your thigh. Keep the child's torso higher than the head. Use the heel of your free hand to thump the child in between the shoulder blades up to five times. Turn the child face up, and keep supporting the head and neck. If the object is not out yet, go to step 4. Pl... |
cfc28556df0047d15e7af43ac167c255 | How can I try to dislodge an object that's causing my child to choke? | Hold the fist with your free hand and quickly push in and up. Repeat until the object comes out or the child loses consciousness. |
a512b539935a3acb8582b396c2f7d7ed | What should I do to help my child if they're choking? | Stand behind the child and wrap your arms around his waist. Place a fist just above the child's belly button. Hold the fist with your free hand and quickly push in and up. Repeat until the object comes out or the child loses consciousness. If the child loses consciousness, move the child to the floor and start CPR. Tak... |
f53dd77820ce4ccdc40e07d4f5e9949f | What should you do if your baby loses consciousness due to choking? | Take the object out of his mouth only if you can see it. Never do a finger sweep unless you can see the object in the child's mouth. |
6ca73b98aa881f6133a99a92a576b4b3 | Is botulinum toxin a wrinkle filler? | They include: Botulinum toxin ( Botox Cosmetic, Dysport, Jeuveau, Xeomin) is not an actual wrinkle filler. Rather, botulinum toxin is injected into facial muscles to immobilize the underlying cause of lines and wrinkles. Botulinum toxin may improve eyebrow furrows, crow's feet, and forehead creases. |
8c53d5180840e9aa3926bbaa511d34e3 | What wrinkle filler injections last longest? | Other fillers last longer: Juvederm Voluma, Restylane Lyft, and Sculptra last up to one year or longer. Radiesse and Juvederm Vollure last up to one and a half years. Bellafill is a semi-permanent filler that can last years. |
005e22f10f042d518971a957f1c3c69e | What is hyaluronic acid? | Hyaluronic acid ( Belotero, Elevess, Juvederm, Prevelle Silk, Restylane, Restylane Lyft) is a substance normally made by the body that gives your skin its volume and fullness. Hyaluronic acid injections fill the space between collagen and elastin fibers within the skin, which replenishes the natural volume lost with ag... |
0f10926d24ff466f8923e174fa5c6fc9 | What type of wrinkle filler is fat? | Fat from your own thighs or abdomen can be also be injected. There's no risk of allergic reaction, and most people achieve semi-permanent results. Several injections may be required to get the most benefit. |
3c3b23153a4757ebdf899b14be0514ac | What are polymethylmethacrylate beads? | Thousands of synthetic PMMA microspheres are embedded in cow collagen, which is gradually absorbed by your body and replaced by your own collagen. Since the beads are not readily reabsorbed, and your own collagen is stimulated to form around them, this filler can last for years. Injections are placed under skin folds a... |
25ab07982d7ea3ca50f4c4067de36ce0 | What is calcium hydroxylapatite? | Calcium hydroxylapatite ( Radiesse) is a semi-permanent wrinkle filler that's suspended in an aqueous gel and used to increase soft tissue. This is a collagen stimulator to improve the surface texture of your skin as well as stimulate your own collagen to enable the product to last longer. |
b0cfe890d36460fb6fb3cd1262ebb261 | What is poly-L-lactic acid? | Poly- L-lactic acid ( Sculptra) is an injectable filler used to replace lost facial fat. This synthetic polymer has been used for many years in dissolvable stitches and bone screws. This product stimulates the body's own collagen for better skin texture and a more long lasting result. |
79120b7e1ee9d55279993fce6d705c60 | How do collagen injections fight wrinkles? | By supplementing your skin's own collagen, injections help smooth facial lines and some types of scars. The natural beauty of your skin is enhanced as the contour of the support structure is restored. These products can come from cows (bovine) or human cells. |
3f8d834d69db961b7a666da2aea41f4f | How can collagen creams smooth wrinkles? | In young skin, the collagen framework is intact and the skin remains moisturized and elastic. A moisturizer with or without collagen cannot penetrate the skin and is not designed to be absorbed. No moisturizer can undo the effect of collagen loss and make wrinkles disappear. |
73f9975cecfcc0568ca2be26facc7706 | What are instabilities in people with borderline personality disorder, in relation to dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)? | People with borderline personality disorder may have difficulty regulating emotions. They experience instability in: moods behavior self-image thinking relationships Impulsive behavior, such as substance abuse, risky sex, self-injury, and repeated life crises such as legal troubles and homelessness, are common. |
7042fd69c9a90bf1db62187751fe3031 | What is dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT)? | Cognitive behavioral therapy tries to identify and change negative thinking patterns and pushes for positive behavioral changes. DBT may be used to treat suicidal and other self-destructive behaviors. It teaches patients skills to cope with, and change, unhealthy behaviors. The term "dialectical" comes from the idea th... |
d2bc6315f117144dd01c308fbf205c88 | How can comprehensive dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) improve your life skills? | Cognitive behavioral therapy tries to identify and change negative thinking patterns and pushes for positive behavioral changes. Researchers are investigating whether DBT may be effective in treating these conditions: mood disorders binge eating ADHD post-traumatic stress disorder Comprehensive DBT focuses on four ways... |
5ee62dd8f7342d14f5656bd3b7038b6a | What conditions does dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) treat? | Cognitive behavioral therapy tries to identify and change negative thinking patterns and pushes for positive behavioral changes. Dialectical behavioral therapy focuses on high-risk, tough-to-treat patients. DBT was initially designed to treat people with suicidal behavior and borderline personality disorder. Researcher... |
2e44c656b0161a8357bd5f661e0addb4 | How can dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) help treat borderline personality disorder? | Cognitive behavioral therapy tries to identify and change negative thinking patterns and pushes for positive behavioral changes. Dialectical behavioral therapy focuses on high-risk, tough-to-treat patients. Patients who undergo DBT have seen improvements such as: less frequent and less severe suicidal behavior shorter ... |
043b9ade7442b861dc16efc6b3941a84 | How are blood tests used to diagnose psoriatic arthritis? | Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (sed rate or ESR): Gives a rough idea of how much inflammation is in your body, which could be caused by psoriatic arthritis. But higher levels can come from other autoimmune diseases, an infection, a tumor, liver disease, or pregnancy, too. Rheumatoid factor ( RF) and anti- CCP antibody:... |
0993975d9139a6e39debb2cc93600098 | What are the symptoms of psoriatic arthritis? | Your doctor will look at your body and ask about the symptoms you've been having, which might include: Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling Fatigue Tenderness, pain, or swelling where tendons and ligaments attach to bones Swollen fingers or toes Patches of red, itchy skin Thick silver or gray scaly areas on your skin Ch... |
50294703684867199f0d6a55643dfc57 | How is psoriatic arthritis diagnosed? | Your doctor will make a decision based on: Your symptoms A physical exam Your medical history and your family's medical history Lab tests No single thing will diagnose psoriatic arthritis, but blood tests, imaging, and other tests can help your doctor. He may want to give you certain tests that check for rheumatoid art... |
6ac7ff258bab98335bad5936fc171848 | How are X-rays used to diagnose psoriatic arthritis? | X- Rays These can show cartilage changes or bone and joint damage that suggests arthritis in your spine, hands, or feet. Psoriatic arthritis usually looks different on X-rays than rheumatoid arthritis does. |
d3eccfb014b15fc594f91bb4cc854b8d | Who can get psoriatic arthritis? | Psoriatic arthritis usually shows up between ages 30 and 50, but it may start in childhood. Both men and women get it. Many people have the skin disease psoriasis first. |
9bdd153ffcae4579bd644e6d27774fbc | Can psoriatic arthritis be passed down? | Your doctor will look at your body and ask about the symptoms you've been having, which might include: Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling Fatigue Tenderness, pain, or swelling where tendons and ligaments attach to bones Swollen fingers or toes Patches of red, itchy skin Thick silver or gray scaly areas on your skin Ch... |
ae74da913043c9393ab70c65404bd338 | What other problems can the flu lead to in children? | Those can include a sinus infection, ear infection, or pneumonia. Call the doctor if your child's fever lasts more than 3 to 4 days. Also call if she complains of trouble breathing, ear pain, a stuffy nose or head, a cough that won't go away, or she seems to be getting worse. Young children under age 2 -- even healthy ... |
42ac8a856dd0a60b54ad7d0e5af1f57f | What medications should not be used in children? | Don't give aspirin to children or teenagers. It can boost their risk of Reye's syndrome, a rare disorder that can harm their liver or cause brain damage. The FDA and drug makers say not to give over-the-counter cough and cold medicines to children under age 4. The American Academy of Pediatricians goes higher -- they w... |
8f5f4ba0f13ca2e1c807c1d36c4be570 | Do home remedies help children with the flu? | These treatments can help your kid feel better: Plenty of rest Plenty of liquids Using acetaminophen or ibuprofen to lower fever and ease aches -- you can get both in children's versions. |
b46936da21096af28c2e0c56b6ca64c2 | How can I remove mucus in a very young and congested child? | If you have a very young child with congestion, use a nasal bulb to remove mucus. Or spray three drops of saline nasal spray into each nostril. |
43777ade90549fe5e7a6b4fa9712242d | Can kids take any medicine to shorten or prevent getting the flu? | If the doctor thinks your child is likely to have a complication from the flu, he may give her antiviral medicines like baloxavir marboxil ( Xofluza), oseltamivir ( Tamiflu) or zanamivir ( Relenza). They can help if she gets them in the first 2 days of getting sick. They may even shorten the flu by 1 or 2 days. In some... |
63ba441ef3c40f98179b8a5003d956e5 | Which children are most at risk to have serious complications with the flu? | Some children are more likely to have serious complications with the flu. Talk to your doctor as soon as you know your child is sick if she's younger than 5 or has an ongoing (chronic) health condition like asthma or other lung disease, heart condition, or diabetes. |
285fa9b9e89f9a8015c20db934aacf50 | What is the best way for children to avoid getting the flu? | The best way is to get a yearly vaccination. The CDC says all people 6 months and older should get one. Pregnant women and caregivers of children younger than 6 months or of children with certain health conditions should get the vaccine. Don't give aspirin to children or teenagers. |
02c651f03f83c91610f91abf73c8db55 | What is neurofeedback and how does it help ADHD? | Neurofeedback teaches a person with ADHD how to change brain waves to focus better. Scientists can study these to look for patterns. There are four waves the brain makes: alpha (medium), beta (fast), theta (slow), and delta (deep sleep). Neurofeedback is based on findings that people with ADHD have more theta waves tha... |
32481d96c8434da9a3ffdcf119853653 | Can chiropractic medicine help with ADHD? | But no research has been done to see if it works. Many ADHD doctors do not support it. One theory is that an imbalance in muscle tone causes an imbalance in brain activity. According to this theory, when chiropractors adjust the ADHD patient's spine, balance is restored in the brain. |
9462ca3d5223ca4505ee41acfbbb9a14 | How does applied kinesiology help ADHD? | Applied kinesiology, or neural organization technique, is another theory some chiropractors use with people who have ADHD. It's based on the thought that the bones of the skull can become misaligned, causing unequal pressure on different parts of the brain. They say this causes the brain to work improperly. To treat it... |
aa6f65ec15d837247f332faeb9282c09 | Why do kids seem hyper when they eat a lot of sugar? | Research does show that refined sugar and carbohydrates can affect your child's activity level. Kids can feel a rush because refined sugar quickly enters the bloodstream. That boosts blood sugar fast. When blood sugar spikes, your child may become much more active. The burst of energy is from an adrenaline rush caused ... |
cce21192594f9d58ea1aacd95d7c30aa | Is it safe to put my child on an elimination diet for ADHD? | If you decide to try an elimination diet for ADHD, be careful. You don't want to hurt your child's overall nutrition and have them miss out on important vitamins or minerals. Don't be too restrictive. It's best to talk with your child's doctor before trying any ADHD treatment. |
6db310b541b61c15f4011ea942aaf5d9 | How does going to a chiropractor help ADHD? | One theory is that an imbalance in muscle tone causes an imbalance in brain activity. According to this theory, when chiropractors adjust the ADHD patient's spine, balance is restored in the brain. |
d99202115e8acc459159bfb2859f7f05 | What are some alternative treatments for ADHD that work? | Working Memory Training ( COGMED) Many people with ADHD have trouble with working memory. |
84d6cce23397d3fcf221d127701b8883 | How does omega-3 supplements affect ADHD symptoms? | One nutrition move that has shown promise is taking omega-3 supplements. Research has shown that children with ADHD have lower levels of omega-3 fatty acids in their blood than the typical child. As a result, some doctors recommend that they take omega-3 supplements. Children who were given omega-3s showed a small impr... |
5e59274ef0f0dae692930eb4ed10bff7 | Does neurofeedback really help ADHD symptoms? | While there has been some promising research in this area, more research is needed to see how well neurofeedback works on ADHD symptoms. |
f2d0732a469816ae329b7d270aaba960 | What should parents do when considering any ADHD treatments? | It's best to talk with your child's doctor before trying any ADHD treatment. She can help you make a healthy eating plan for your child. Or she can refer you to a registered dietitian who can help you with a meal plan and snack ideas. It's important to consider what your child will be able to eat when he or she is away... |
5572c6127be0308fcc1625162bb8aae7 | What is working memory training and how does it help ADHD? | Working Memory Training ( COGMED) Many people with ADHD have trouble with working memory. That's remembering information and doing things with it over a short amount of time. Using computer programs to do brain training seems to help people improve their ability to concentrate, control impulsive behaviors, and improve ... |
45d095a5c78066c25dc97a830f2b5c23 | Can working memory training help ADHD? | That's remembering information and doing things with it over a short amount of time. Using computer programs to do brain training seems to help people improve their ability to concentrate, control impulsive behaviors, and improve problem-solving skills. Several studies seem to point to some programs making a difference... |
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