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3ad3d0f60130be885d120e5cfaff3afa | What are the risks of spinal decompression surgery? | As with any surgery, there are risks. These are some of the more common risks associated with spinal decompression surgery: Infection Bleeding Blood clots Allergic reaction to anesthesia Nerve or tissue damage Another risk of surgery is that it may not improve back pain much. It can be difficult to determine who will b... |
1591f6f5916527b8739ca62969737b3e | What should you know about spinal decompression therapy? | You may be unable to think of little else except finding relief. Some people turn to spinal decompression therapy -- either surgical or nonsurgical. Here's what you need to know to help decide whether it might be right for you. |
a869aef968f139a18b7f473ec98d7a58 | How effective is spinal decompression therapy? | Doctors have used nonsurgical spinal decompression in an attempt to treat: Back or neck pain or sciatica, which is pain, weakness, or tingling that extends down the leg Bulging or herniated disks or degenerative disk disease Worn spinal joints (called posterior facet syndrome) Injured or diseased spinal nerve roots Mor... |
c8320347399825df42b6994a0003bd59 | What is non surgical spinal decompression therapy? | Spinal decompression works by gently stretching the spine. That changes the force and position of the spine. This change takes pressure off the spinal disks, which are gel-like cushions between the bones in your spine, by creating negative pressure in the disc. As a result, bulging or herniated disks may retract, takin... |
d93dff7963843f606d9ef1491a0016f0 | What should I do if my eye is bleeding? | Get an immediate appoingtment with an eye doctor (ophthamologist), call 911 or take the person to a hospital emergency room. Do not put rub the eye or put pressure on the eyeball. Avoid giving aspirin or ibuprofen ( Advil, Motrin). They can make bleeding worse. A medical eye doctor will examine the eye and prescribe tr... |
6341eaa0feac691a07ed96b1902fea96 | How is central diabetes insipidus treated? | If your central DI is mild, the treatment for central DI is simple: Drink more water. In some cases, your doctor may prescribe desmopressin or DDAVP, which is a type of vasopressin. Desmopressin controls urine output, maintains fluid balance, and prevents dehydration. You take it two to three times a day, usually as a ... |
532000faa4a7e54758484d21511e0dcf | What are the symptoms of central diabetes insipidus in children? | People with central DI usually have the following symptoms: Frequent urination -- more than 3 liters of urine a day Frequent nighttime awakening to pee Involuntary urination during sleep (bed-wetting) Pale, colorless urine Low measured concentration of urine Extreme thirst -- often drinking more than 1 gallon of liquid... |
dc1daa216c6c5afebf36de70f4729f37 | What can central diabetes insipidus cause? | People with central DI usually have the following symptoms: Frequent urination -- more than 3 liters of urine a day Frequent nighttime awakening to pee Involuntary urination during sleep (bed-wetting) Pale, colorless urine Low measured concentration of urine Extreme thirst -- often drinking more than 1 gallon of liquid... |
2a2f2b3e4547684dc11b3445bbd64811 | What are the symptoms of central diabetes insipidus? | People with central DI usually have the following symptoms: Frequent urination -- more than 3 liters of urine a day Frequent nighttime awakening to pee Involuntary urination during sleep (bed-wetting) Pale, colorless urine Low measured concentration of urine Extreme thirst -- often drinking more than 1 gallon of liquid... |
238a6c38b4cc0e40a1d2161dc636b989 | What happens in central diabetes insipidus? | Central diabetes insipidus is completely unrelated to diabetes, even though they share the symptoms of peeing more and feeling thirsty. The disease happens when the body doesn't make enough of the hormone vasopressin, which controls how much urine the kidneys put out. Without vasopressin, the kidneys can't work properl... |
ad4409c27c45e4a8972906368bbd4c4c | What is central diabetes insipidus? | Central diabetes insipidus is completely unrelated to diabetes, even though they share the symptoms of peeing more and feeling thirsty. It's also called "central DI," "pituitary DI," "hypothalamic DI," "neurohypophyseal DI," or "neurogenic DI." The disease happens when the body doesn't make enough of the hormone vasopr... |
2875e8dbed6e7b4c2dd901cd87b23c24 | What medications can I use to lessen my child's teething pain? | Use baby acetaminophen ( Tylenol) to dull pain. Do not use ibuprofen unless the baby is at least 6 months old. Do not use topical pain medicine that contains benzocaine. They could cause dangerous side effects. Benzocaine can be found in over-the-counter products such as Baby Orajel. |
971f92d4cc32b8b07899cb6e679f2bc1 | How does Alzheimer's disease affect the brain? | Most of the time, the brain cells also form two types of flaws: Neurofibrillary tangles. These are twisted fibers inside brain cells that keep nutrients and other important things from moving from one part of the cell to another Beta-amyloid plaques. These changes cause the symptoms of Alzheimer's, such as memory loss,... |
9ebebb1b5d664c24294f30b119f57d98 | Will my dog need surgery for a sprain or a strain? | Surgery is in order for otherwise-healthy dogs that don’t get better, keep injuring themselves, or have a torn tendon or ligament. |
089edf7e011e6904c73cec6656325d80 | Can dogs get sprains or strains? | The words sound alike, but they mean different things. Strains injure tendons that link muscles and bones. This can happen if your dog stretches too far, too much, or too often. Athletic dogs get strains, but this injury also can happen when a dog slips, falls, or jumps during normal play. In dogs, strains are common i... |
b84a75be7594a475c3b970fa814000a4 | How do you know your dog has a strain or sprain? | The first warning sign of strains or sprains may be that your dog starts to limp or is suddenly lame, meaning he can’t use his leg. If this lasts more than a day or so, or if it happens again and again, it’s time for a visit to the vet. |
986f6e681e111ebebec6d2f734a2acbf | How will the vet diagnose my pet with a sprain or strain? | Imagine doing that all day and you’ll have a better idea of the weight and stress your dog puts on his muscles and joints. She’ll want to see him walk, sit, and lie down. She may take X-rays or do an MRI or ultrasound to get a look at damage that can’t be seen from the outside. X-rays show problems with bones. The othe... |
476fa148c44aed7b48e146814f9b2c9a | How do you treat a dog's sprain or strain? | In a typical plan to treat strains and sprains, your vet may tell you to: Give your dog nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs) to ease inflammation. Apply an ice pack or heating pad. Make sure your dog rests. Walk your dog on a leash, taking it slowly at first. Use a brace or support to hold your dog’s muscle o... |
3717b1935a886f30bcd0badf7688b8ea | What is the stomach flu? | These viruses target the digestive tract and cause inflammation of the stomach and intestines. The most awful symptoms -- diarrhea, vomiting, and cramps -- are actually your body's defense mechanisms. Your body is trying to drive the virus out. Stomach flu can develop at any time of the year, but it's most common in th... |
cc869d16fc7968081690157f60b33d56 | How do you treat stomach flu? | There is no cure for the stomach flu. Antibiotics don't help, because it's caused by viruses, not bacteria. For the most part, you just have to wait it out. In the meantime, there are some things you can do to make yourself more comfortable and prevent complications. Drink more. It's important to increase fluid intake ... |
96c7e1d18b340e812f2eb1cf278b5741 | What should you know about the stomach flu? | It's also highly contagious. What treatments will make life with the stomach flu a little less awful? More importantly, how can you avoid getting it in the first place? The most awful symptoms -- diarrhea, vomiting, and cramps -- are actually your body's defense mechanisms. The viruses that cause gastroenteritis come f... |
b72b10fce2235856b306321988876ffb | What can you do to protect yourself from stomach flu? | Your body is trying to drive the virus out. It's important to take steps to protect yourself and your family. Here's some advice. Make sure to use soap and water and do it thoroughly -- wash your hands for as long as it takes to recite the alphabet. Always wash your hands after using the bathroom, before eating, and af... |
2306f4079d5e7838f5a132d4179afab7 | What are some effective treatments for glaucoma? | Typically, the doctor will start you on an eye drop formula. The medications work two ways: Some decrease how much fluid is produced in the eye; others help the fluid flow out better. Many people can preserve their vision if they take their medications as scheduled and visit their doctor regularly. Note: Medications fo... |
583143200c0d988aafd583b0c1dee44b | What can I do for a parent who needs glaucoma surgery? | If your parent faces surgery, do what you can to help him or her prepare, then arrange transportation to follow-up visits to the doctor. There are many services and products available to help someone with impaired vision continue to write checks, organize their kitchen, tell time, and even play cards. Contact the Glauc... |
4a0374e1ad928f4808f490b6e8fd8e63 | Can I wear contacts with glaucoma? | Whether or not you can wear contact lenses depends on which glaucoma treatment your doctor selects for you. You should be able to continue wearing them if you use eye drops. However, some drugs may need to be taken when lenses are not in your eyes. Also, some of the older medications can affect your prescription, so yo... |
821cfd6971aff7bb2ed1e3c1f786ba58 | What can I do for a parent with glaucoma? | So, first, reassure your parent that many people keep their vision with proper medication and care. Next, help your loved one establish a routine so eye drops are applied correctly on schedule. Some eye drops must be applied several times a day. |
5d053f5d2dd2852a04848275afc030a7 | How are routines effective in glaucoma patients? | Next, help your loved one establish a routine so eye drops are applied correctly on schedule. Some eye drops must be applied several times a day. This can be especially difficult for people with arthritis, and, frankly, not an easy task for anyone to remember! You could offer to help, perhaps by swinging by the house o... |
a53552ea66dcc70fce6e3b1bf20f902e | How effective is marijuana in treating glaucoma? | Studies performed in the 1970s reported that smoking marijuana could lower eye pressure. Other studies have been inconclusive. Newer reviews by the National Eye Institute and the Institute of Medicine show that there is no scientific evidence that marijuana is more effective than the drugs currently available. |
49967fb6e19f5e9af80c8812b3f4a91c | What are some surgeries associated with glaucoma? | In some people, however, drugs alone do not control the eye pressure, and surgery is needed. One type of surgery called laser trabeculoplasty uses a laser to improve the flow of fluids out of the eye. This can be done in your doctor's office. There are also several conventional surgeries -- the most common is called tr... |
267def20b8dc9f234c207a8068210259 | What are the driving restrictions of someone with glaucoma? | Most people with glaucoma can still drive -- as long as they pass the Department of Motor Vehicles' vision test. Simply put, your ability to drive will depend on how much vision has been lost. Some people with advanced glaucoma can still get their license renewed but with restrictions. Ask your doctor to discuss your c... |
b1ccb3223831965257f7bd1f18d4cf9d | If my parent had glaucoma, will I get it? | Not necessarily, but it does increase your risk. Other factors that may increase your risk are: Being over age 50 Being over age 40 and African- American Having a family history of glaucoma Having a history of serious eye injury Taking steroid medications Having diabetes Being nearsighted Having high blood pressure Peo... |
b71b0a4e14c5e80262fd3e60780ed78d | What are the symptoms of retinitis pigmentosa? | You're most likely to get a diagnosis of RP as a teen or young adult. Vision loss is slow, and the rate of vision change varies from person to person. How quickly it moves depends on the genetic makeup of your RP. Early RP symptoms: Loss of night vision, making it harder to drive at dusk or night or to see in dimly lit... |
87795b14c6352d1a90b920c62ccce340 | What are the types of retinitis? | This is a group of genetic eye diseases you inherit from one or both parents. Some examples of RP and related diseases: Usher syndrome Leber's congenital amaurosis ( LCA) Rod-cone disease Bardet- Biedl syndrome CMV retinitis. This is a type of retinitis that develops from a viral infection of the retina. CMV (cytomegal... |
5573fb75af07baf39c81be7fddc3b224 | How is cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis treated? | To help prevent blindness, doctors both treat the retinitis and work to strengthen your immune system. You may need an antiviral medication such as ganciclovir. You might take pills by mouth or receive an injection into a vein or eye. |
da6d984e9aca641552a8f63bebf2d5ca | What are the symptoms of cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis? | In early stages, CMV retinitis causes no symptoms. You may develop symptoms, first in one eye, over a few days. Symptoms may include: Floaters (specks or clouds in your field of vision) Blurred vision Loss of side vision Just as with RP, symptoms may occur first with central vision. This affects reading and perception ... |
08350971a2b5bc766f8b9c573c00dfa5 | What are some other treatment options for retinitis pigmentosa (RP)? | Researchers are looking into a range of treatment options, such as stem cells, medications, gene therapy, and transplants. They are already making progress. For example, patients in a small genetic study have had some sight restored with genetic therapy. One day, it may be possible to treat RP by inserting healthy gene... |
85a0d4e0fb27e83d26848233736ee78a | Is there current research into effective treatments for retinitis? | Researchers are looking into a range of treatment options, such as stem cells, medications, gene therapy, and transplants. They are already making progress. For example, patients in a small genetic study have had some sight restored with genetic therapy. One day, it may be possible to treat RP by inserting healthy gene... |
703883feddfd31ab6c27effa8f2745d7 | What surgical options exist to treat essential tremor nerve disorder? | Surgery: Deep brain stimulation ( DBS) is a surgical treatment option for people with severe tremor despite medical therapy. DBS involves surgical implantation of electrical leads into the thalamus. |
45c879bd5c5c7d4774c6c212f111923b | What is essential tremor (ET) nerve disorder? | Essential Tremor is a nerve disorder characterized by uncontrollable shaking, or "tremors," in different parts and on different sides of the body. Areas affected often include the hands, arms, head, larynx (voice box), tongue, and chin. The lower body is rarely affected. |
58a93017b8915958eed30987e3d43e3c | Can essential tremor be cured? | There is no cure for essential tremor, but treatments that provide relief from its symptoms may be helpful in improving quality of life. These include drugs and surgery that ease tremor. But not every treatment or procedure is effective for every person with ET. Your doctor will recommend an individualized treatment pl... |
a8e6a5317adc6401016c664c1bbeb3ed | Is essential tremor nerve disorder linked to other illnesses? | Essential Tremor is linked to other illnesses. Other movement disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, have been associated with ET. Some reports have also linked ET with migraine headaches. |
b6cb4fac6d322c971900f05391a75a81 | What causes essential tremors? | The true cause of Essential Tremor is still not understood, but it is thought that the abnormal electrical brain activity that causes tremor is processed through the thalamus. The thalamus is a structure deep in the brain that coordinates and controls muscle activity. Genetics is responsible for causing ET in half of a... |
bd602e5e0bcb052c6b09627dbf7ae617 | How is essential tremor nerve disorder diagnosed? | A neurologist or movement disorder specialist can usually diagnose Essential Tremor based on reported symptoms and a complete neurological exam. There is no specific blood, urine, or other test used to diagnose ET. As part of the exam, your health care provider may consider other causes of tremor, such as thyroid disea... |
4c805ef68c82fc395f0a5933d4222472 | What are the symptoms of essential tremor? | The primary symptoms associated with essential tremor include: Uncontrollable shaking that occurs for brief periods of time Shaking voice Nodding head Tremors that worsen during periods of emotional stress Tremors that get worse with purposeful movement Tremors that lessen with rest Balance problems (in rare cases) The... |
8cb11fb2b90c2f9b3c0e9475d694a2b1 | What causes essential tremor? | The true cause of Essential Tremor is still not understood, but it is thought that the abnormal electrical brain activity that causes tremor is processed through the thalamus. The thalamus is a structure deep in the brain that coordinates and controls muscle activity. Genetics is responsible for causing ET in half of a... |
744c3a5f7a2383028d9311578d18be21 | Which medications treat essential tremor? | Medications: Oral drugs can significantly reduce the severity of essential tremor. Medications include propranolol ( Inderal), primidone ( Mysoline), gabapentin ( Neurontin), and topiramate ( Topamax). Other drug options include the benzodiazepines lorazepam ( Ativan), clonazepam ( Klonopin), diazepam ( Valium), and al... |
b9ade215514f7bd83ab7a5981a26941d | How is essential tremor treated using medications? | Medications: Oral drugs can significantly reduce the severity of essential tremor. Medications include propranolol ( Inderal), primidone ( Mysoline), gabapentin ( Neurontin), and topiramate ( Topamax). Other drug options include the benzodiazepines lorazepam ( Ativan), clonazepam ( Klonopin), diazepam ( Valium), and al... |
1f92210e00b224593aeb89798973606e | Can essential tremor be prevented? | Because we do not know the exact cause of Essential Tremor, there is currently no way to prevent it. However, knowing that ET has a genetic link brings us further in the search for effective treatments and, ultimately, ways to prevent it. |
89dea4d0ca3d82b86f2e95a1df1d4ee5 | What are the symptoms of essential tremor nerve disorder? | The primary symptoms associated with essential tremor include: Uncontrollable shaking that occurs for brief periods of time Shaking voice Nodding head Tremors that worsen during periods of emotional stress Tremors that get worse with purposeful movement Tremors that lessen with rest Balance problems (in rare cases) The... |
e8e9733e5ac7e80cdf86f88b46f4ff46 | Who gets essential tremor? | Essential Tremor is the most common movement disorder, affecting up to 10 million people in the U. S. While ET can occur at any age, it most often strikes for the first time during adolescence or in middle age (between ages 40 and 50). |
2ca85d2b576daf89af7da3541716692b | Can you prevent essential tremor nerve disorder? | Because we do not know the exact cause of Essential Tremor, there is currently no way to prevent it. However, knowing that ET has a genetic link brings us further in the search for effective treatments and, ultimately, ways to prevent it. |
7b067b83080c08158b3e2868a9977640 | Can essential tremor increase the risk for other illnesses? | Essential Tremor is linked to other illnesses. Other movement disorders, such as Parkinson's disease, have been associated with ET. Some reports have also linked ET with migraine headaches. People with ET may also be at a high risks of developing dementia (particularly Alzheimer's disease) . Drugs used to treat Essenti... |
f6db8960a66e3815c2fa18e15e0f038a | How is essential tremor treated using focused ultrasound? | This is an area deep within the brain that coordinates muscle control that is thought to be affected in ET. MRI-guided Focused High Intensity Ultrasound: Neuravive uses magnetic resonance images ( MRI) to focus ultrasound to destroy tissue in the thalamus. Patients are awake and responsive during the entire treatment. |
f3492aa705722c376427a37efba07739 | How can I practice deep breathing to relieve diabetic nerve pain? | Deep breathing: Imagine a spot just below your navel. Breathe into that spot, filling the abdomen with air. Let the air fill you from the abdomen up, then let it out, like deflating a balloon. |
72d572fe983e546849b8b5f924dce7eb | How effective is acupuncture to relieve diabetes pain? | Many Western researchers say acupuncture may alter brain chemicals that affect the body and mind. Translated into the language of Western medicine, the healing power of acupuncture may come from its effect on the nervous system, on hormones, and on "feel good" brain chemicals called endorphins. One landmark study found... |
66d82c9cce92d75b2679c15839bd1b82 | What are some relaxation techniques to help with diabetes nerve pain? | Relaxation techniques to help with diabetes nerve pain include: Rhythmic breathing: Take long, slow breaths. Inhale slowly, and then exhale slowly. Count slowly to five as you inhale. Then count slowly to five as you exhale. Pay attention to how your body naturally relaxes. This will help you relax even more. Deep brea... |
55c803237389e77983deb242aaf99467 | Is acupuncture for neuropathy pain safe? | Acupuncture also appears to be very safe. Relatively few complications from the use of acupuncture have been reported to the FDA even though millions of people are treated with acupuncture each year, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Still, poorly sterilized needles or imprope... |
d99fb92f5d55d61711b7c7c5ec9cd5d4 | How can I relieve diabetic nerve pain? | Some people with diabetes and the nerve pain -- or peripheral neuropathy that comes with it -- find relief in surprisingly simple ways. Sometimes a nice, warm (but not hot) bath is enough to relieve stress and nerve pain. If you have neuropathy, by the way, you might want to have someone else test the water to make sur... |
deb70c81bf34780a6be9ba96031ca1de | How can I practice rhythmic breathing to relieve diabetic nerve pain? | Relaxation techniques to help with diabetes nerve pain include: Rhythmic breathing: Take long, slow breaths. Inhale slowly, and then exhale slowly. Count slowly to five as you inhale. Then count slowly to five as you exhale. Pay attention to how your body naturally relaxes. This will help you relax even more. |
b22112b41092b542e180d81fbe937217 | How can I practice visualized breathing to relieve diabetic nerve pain? | Visualized breathing: Find a comfortable place where you can close your eyes. Picture relaxation entering your body -- and tension leaving the body. Breathe deeply, but in a natural rhythm. Visualize the breath coming into your nostrils, going into your lungs. Picture it expanding your chest and abdomen. Then, visualiz... |
5e31d1bf130c85e5531d1fab45ac9d45 | How can I practice mental imagery relaxation for diabetic nerve pain? | It is a form of "mental escape" in which you create calming, peaceful images in your mind. You also identify self-talk -- your thoughts about your illness -- and focus on positive thoughts and emotions instead. |
bb81591ba86dbff17d8e5adcf8b6b418 | How can meditation relieve diabetic nerve pain? | Meditation is a therapy offered in many pain treatment centers for diabetes and other painful disorders. Research shows that meditation can lower blood pressure and improve heart rate, breathing, and brain waves. Tension and tightness seep from muscles as the body receives a quiet message to relax. The soothing power o... |
6b0f916a0b0b5fbddb276fd86bf496ec | Does acupuncture work to relieve neuropathy pain? | Research shows that meditation can lower blood pressure and improve heart rate, breathing, and brain waves. Many Western researchers say acupuncture may alter brain chemicals that affect the body and mind. |
0bd7c0707edd2401433f42be04c73f6f | How can I relieve neuropathy pain? | Your breathing pattern is often affected by changes in emotions. That's why managing your breathing is an important tool for relaxation. By becoming familiar with your own breathing patterns, you can learn to control your breathing, stress level, and pain as well. It's important to make sure you go to well-trained and ... |
45a96c67dcedc52ad68a0d545b82abdd | How can I learn to meditate to relieve diabetic nerve pain? | A teacher can guide you -- and help you reach that deeper, more relaxed state. By becoming familiar with your own breathing patterns, you can learn to control your breathing, stress level, and pain as well. |
4ff6176eba89594f5421f40b96d5a6f8 | What are alternative treatments for diabetes nerve pain? | A massage can also help. Other people turn to biofeedback, meditation, relaxation techniques, or hypnosis -- all of which have been proven to help. " Stress can make neuropathy pain worse, so it is important to learn to relax. A growing number of people are using acupuncture to treat neuropathy pain linked with diabete... |
992e72aed81deae0ed88e9ca0d7e4c07 | How does biofeedback work to relieve diabetic nerve pain? | The squiggly lines and/or beeps on the attached monitors reflect what's going on inside your body. Then you learn to control those beeps and squiggles. After a few sessions, your mind has trained your biological system to learn the skills. It is not hard to master, say experts. Picture relaxation entering your body -- ... |
be13d9b64cbcb13ddf882aeccf57b9c8 | How can caregiver support services help you deal with caregiver burnout? | These groups can provide resources and information about respite care and support groups. |
0c15f6ed7932b9f8f80d7e19bf18660a | How can private care aides help you deal with caregiver burnout? | Don't forget about yourself because you're too busy caring for someone else. Private care aides -- These are professionals who specialize in assessing current needs and coordinating care and services. |
f894fbead29ce4f57ea69c66b2707070 | How can adult day care help you deal with caregiver burnout? | Don't forget about yourself because you're too busy caring for someone else. If you want to help prevent burnout, consider turning to the following resources for help with your caregiving: Home health services -- These agencies provide home health aids and nurses for short-term care, if your loved one is acutely ill. A... |
7cadf52a21ae37585e54c3d63f844d8a | How can home health services help you deal with caregiver burnout? | Don't forget about yourself because you're too busy caring for someone else. Take advantage of respite care services. If you want to help prevent burnout, consider turning to the following resources for help with your caregiving: Home health services -- These agencies provide home health aids and nurses for short-term ... |
6eda3f9517c6844b5b661dd44cf3dda5 | What are some reasons for caregiver burnout? | Lack of control -- Many caregivers become frustrated by a lack of money, resources, and skills to effectively plan, manage, and organize their loved one's care. Unreasonable demands -- Some caregivers place unreasonable burdens upon themselves, in part because they see providing care as their exclusive responsibility. ... |
3633a7038f1af1c5c6c7df13384193ef | What is caregiver burnout? | Caregiver burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that may be accompanied by a change in attitude -- from positive and caring to negative and unconcerned. Many caregivers also feel guilty if they spend time on themselves rather than on their ill or elderly loved ones. The more you know about th... |
4633d27fbf20a1b2bb62da90cdb91105 | What are the symptoms of caregiver burnout? | They may include: Withdrawal from friends and family Loss of interest in activities previously enjoyed Feeling blue, irritable, hopeless, and helpless Changes in appetite, weight, or both Changes in sleep patterns Getting sick more often Feelings of wanting to hurt yourself or the person for whom you are caring Emotion... |
7934010a9706d55a4a091c90730d545f | How can nursing homes or assisted living facilities help you deal with caregiver burnout? | Don't forget about yourself because you're too busy caring for someone else. Nursing homes or assisted living facilities -- These institutions sometimes offer short-term respite stays to provide caregivers a break from their caregiving responsibilities. |
e02b3a6de07daa92b32de966545f0b3c | How does counseling help with vision loss? | While vision loss can occur at any age, it occurs most often among mature adults. Like any other major life event, vision loss can bring feelings of loneliness, helplessness, anxiety, and depression. Doctors, state agencies, and non-profit organizations offer counseling services for those with vision loss and can provi... |
86497aeb6bea7c9d512e3f8b63e5f5d6 | What non-optical aids help with vision loss? | Non-optical aids are also helpful in daily activities. These devices "talk" to you, or offer enlarged print or Braille. Many also have special features, such as high contrast, that make them easier to see. Some popular non-optical devices include: Text reading software Braille readers Check guides High contrast clocks ... |
9e4453dbaa94aaf991af0997ac583fb5 | How does understanding the process of grief help with vision loss? | The loss of vision is initially devastating. Understanding the process of grief associated with vision loss can help you and your loved ones cope with these physiological and emotional challenges. |
5722b3519658ba2551ad39603048bd7f | How do classes and vision devices help with vision loss? | Tasks as simple as dressing in the morning or as complex as cooking a meal become new challenges after vision loss. In adjustment classes, individuals can learn new or alternative techniques to help maintain independence. While building mobility and motor skills, these classes and aids also teach the patience and confi... |
324d80adeec8492eead8e64b2f9aea04 | How can I seek therapeutic counseling for vision loss? | While vision loss can occur at any age, it occurs most often among mature adults. Like any other major life event, vision loss can bring feelings of loneliness, helplessness, anxiety, and depression. Doctors, state agencies, and non-profit organizations offer counseling services for those with vision loss and can provi... |
915aafbab99c020c05234f791baf699b | How can grieving the loss of vision help? | The loss of vision is initially devastating. Understanding the process of grief associated with vision loss can help you and your loved ones cope with these physiological and emotional challenges. |
c1ba14cadfe78e280e7af7415cb30499 | What low vision aids can be helpful for daily activities? | Non-optical aids are also helpful in daily activities. These devices "talk" to you, or offer enlarged print or Braille. Many also have special features, such as high contrast, that make them easier to see. Some popular non-optical devices include: Text reading software Braille readers Check guides High contrast clocks ... |
5933fe2cb352f4820ac0f2c64cce0584 | How can I learn more about vision loss? | There are steps you can take to better cope with the condition, including: You can order written or taped materials on vision loss through state agencies and non-profit organizations. You may also find it helpful to discuss vision loss with your doctor, as well as other people who have lost vision. |
596dbeb5853e873b7e332b827c9fd711 | How can I help the challenge of vision loss? | Tasks as simple as dressing in the morning or as complex as cooking a meal become new challenges after vision loss. In adjustment classes, individuals can learn new or alternative techniques to help maintain independence. While building mobility and motor skills, these classes and aids also teach the patience and confi... |
55bf8ff04ff460f9ed2647ccc81c0b2e | Is vision loss treatable? | Unfortunately, some eye conditions cannot be treated, resulting in low vision or blindness. |
6116222280ee147474fceb5d28dddd2c | Does insurance cover varicose and spider vein treatment? | Many insurance companies cover the cost of treating varicose veins, but generally not spider veins. The best approach is to check with your insurance company before considering treatment options. |
42b79a4fc844985f06f489434ecb8db6 | What is sclerotherapy for varicose and spider veins? | This procedure uses a highly concentrated saline (salt) solution or a specially made detergent that is injected directly into the vein, causing the vein to disappear gradually over three to six weeks. The procedure is simple, relatively inexpensive, and can be performed in an outpatient setting. |
b91182430e648efd4951adc58052e481 | What is radiofrequency occlusion for varicose and spider veins? | A small catheter is inserted into the vein. The catheter delivers radiofrequency energy to the vein wall, causing it to heat, collapse, and seal shut. The procedure is generally done in an outpatient or office setting, sometimes under local anesthesia. |
e70328bf5d3639edc676bf10de129dbc | What is endovenous laser treatment for varicose and spider veins? | Endovenous laser treatment is a procedure in which a small laser fiber is inserted into the vein. Pulses of laser light are delivered inside the vein, which causes the vein to collapse. The procedure is done as an outpatient under local anesthesia. |
be5144f14695f95db61ee462bc7abba0 | Can surgery help varicose and spider veins? | Surgical techniques to treat varicose veins include ligation (tying off of a vein) and stripping (removal of a long segment of vein). Another procedure, ambulatory phlebectomy, allows for the removal of large surface veins through very small incisions that do not need stitches. Surgery may be performed using local, spi... |
62b770d239f1e79cbb9161c5d2bfbde4 | What makes you likely to get varicose and spider veins? | A number of factors predispose a person to varicose veins and spider veins. These include: Heredity Occupations that involve a lot of standing, such as nurses, hair stylists, teachers, and factory workers Obesity Hormonal influences of pregnancy, puberty, and menopause The use of birth control pills Postmenopausal horm... |
afbfb00ed7a5f6630cae4462862fe283 | What are symptoms of varicose and spider veins? | Many people with varicose veins complain of pain, described as an aching or cramping in the legs. Other common symptoms include tiredness, restlessness, burning, throbbing, tingling, or heaviness in the legs. |
efe507f0a9d121914526d7894e7a1e73 | Can support stocking help treat varicose and spider veins? | The most conservative approach is simply to wear properly-fitting support hose, especially when the veins cause painful or uncomfortable symptoms. These stockings can generally be purchased at any surgical supply store and at some pharmacies. They come in below-the-knee, above-the-knee, and pantyhose styles. |
2ffccc54f0f589e756c55000c413c290 | What happens in trisomy 13? | The extra 13th chromosome causes severe mental and physical problems. Unfortunately, most babies born with it don't live past their first month or year. But some can survive for years. That's because there are two different kinds of trisomy 13. Babies can have three copies of chromosome number 13 in all of their cells,... |
1cb89687c43b571068ff2d28d67ce59a | What are the complications of trisomy 13? | Other birth defects of trisomy 13 include: Clenched hands Cleft lip or palate Extra fingers or toes (polydactyly) Hernias Kidney, wrist, or scalp problems Low-set ears Small head (microcephaly) Undescended testes Babies born with trisomy 13 can have many health problems, and more than 80% don't survive more than a few ... |
f5d94b326af6d524000c2a26497dbcc5 | What is trisomy 13? | Trisomy 13 is a genetic disorder that your baby gets when she has an extra 13th chromosome. In other words, she has three copies of her chromosome 13 when she should have just two. It happens when cells divide abnormally during reproduction, and create extra genetic material on chromosome 13. |
7418fb161278078aeefa82f751089264 | How is trisomy 13 diagnosed? | But it's better that you know everything you can about this chromosomal disorder as early in your pregnancy as possible. That way you can discuss all of your options with your doctor and determine what's best for you and your baby. They only alert your doctor that your baby is more likely to have trisomy 13, and that y... |
735243f17f2fb839e361d09fd8dcd70a | What are the symptoms of trisomy 13? | Trisomy 13 is a genetic disorder that your baby gets when she has an extra 13th chromosome. Other birth defects of trisomy 13 include: Clenched hands Cleft lip or palate Extra fingers or toes (polydactyly) Hernias Kidney, wrist, or scalp problems Low-set ears Small head (microcephaly) Undescended testes Babies born wit... |
f29b68d367df3cf73adacdddc4901494 | What are the signs of stress? | Common signs of stress include depression, sleep problems, tension, anxiety, work mistakes, poor concentration, and apathy, among many others. If high levels of unwanted stress are not properly managed, your health and sense of well-being can suffer. Therefore, it is important to learn how to manage stress. |
084bae3e8505e8e8260d103ef79eb396 | When should you see your doctor about brain tumors? | Other symptoms related to bone tumors may include: Fevers Night sweats Swelling around a bone Limping If you think you might have a bone tumor, see your doctor right way. Your doctor will ask you questions about your symptoms and medical history and do a physical exam. You may need blood and imaging tests. To confirm a... |
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