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70224baa84bf1cbd45dfcfb6acb42e26 | What is the difference between psoriasis and parapsoriasis? | These skin problems can look similar at the skin surface, but they are different under a microscope. The rash pattern of guttate psoriasis looks like parapsoriasis and also shows up on your chest. But it tends to come on after an infection. The plaque form of psoriasis may look like parapsoriasis when you first notice ... |
6fef548e214ee153ed90a49180573727 | What is the treatment for parapsoriasis? | Your doctors may recommend light therapy to help with your symptoms. It's usually done in a doctor's office or with an at-home unit that delivers a controlled dose of UVB light. Sunlight may help, too. Moisturizers can make your skin look better. The skin problem can last for months or years. |
c4fa1c703598a80731efa8a6d1b2166e | How often should I see my doctor if I have large-plaque parapsoriasis? | It should be checked twice a year because of its potential to become cancerous. You may need a biopsy every so often to see if it's progressed to lymphoma. |
38eefadb6ecd27f7627245f4d5111b52 | What are the symptoms of parapsoriasis? | Spots are usually pink or red but also can appear brown or yellowish. They can be raised and bumpy with a scaly or wrinkly appearance. You typically get them on your chest, stomach, and back, but they also may appear on your arms and legs. They're generally round or oval but can be different sizes. You may itch, but yo... |
c1c4f14165cde4ee14bc65ddf6511253 | What are diet pills and supplements for rapid weight loss? | Diet Pills and Supplements Dozens of diet supplements promise to speed weight loss. Generally, they claim either to block absorption of nutrients, increase metabolism, or burn fat. |
6aa07422e622af38d792a61e5288cacb | Does rapid weight loss work? | Aside from the very low-calorie diet and weight loss surgery, no other product, pill, or diet has been proven to work for fast weight loss. There are prescription medications for weight loss, although none is intended for rapid weight loss, and there can be side effects. In any rapid weight loss program, what really bu... |
df650ca99e134eda980813fd4a286108 | What are the risks of rapid weight loss? | Possible serious risks include: Gallstones, which occur in 12% to 25% of people losing large amounts of weight over several months Dehydration, which can be avoided by drinking plenty of fluids Malnutrition, usually from not eating enough protein for weeks at a time Electrolyte imbalances, which rarely can be life thre... |
90a948dd6e126e553f92669f8c2f07be | Why is an accurate diagnosis of Alzheimerâs disease important? | An early and accurate diagnosis can also give you or your loved one time to plan for the future. You can start using some medicines that help people in the earlier stages of Alzheimer's control some of their symptoms for a while, as well. On average, these drugs keep symptoms from getting worse for about 6 to 12 months... |
7dd9f84cac096f01f1028e3b6bcc535c | How does neuropsychological testing help diagnose Alzheimerâs disease? | This studies the relationship between the brain and behavior. It helps in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions that affect thinking, emotion, and behavior, including Alzheimer's. Doctors give you these tests along with a thorough interview. They may also give you other tests to check memory, language, the ability ... |
ae36101922030ef53388c0832de2b6b4 | How do you diagnose Alzheimerâs disease? | Doctors can't definitely diagnose Alzheimer's disease until after death, when they can closely examine the brain under a microscope. But they can use tests to rule out other conditions that might cause the same symptoms. He'll want to know: Your symptoms, including any trouble you have with everyday tasks Other medical... |
9aae979f03a435c9058123781f31f9d5 | Should I keep track of my ketone tests if I have diabetes? | Keep detailed records of any urine or ketone tests you perform. These can help alert you and your doctor to any problems. Bring them with you on every office visit. |
746acd270febba8e06d6ff5747baf37c | When should I test for ketones if I have type 2 diabetes? | If you have type 2 diabetes, there isn't much chance you'll have too many ketones, even if you're taking insulin. But it could happen during a severe illness. Your doctor may tell you to check your urine when: You have a cold, the flu, or other illness or have unexplained nausea or vomiting. Your blood sugar level is o... |
0c7162c8158381d2c7cafc8a0279a385 | What ketone test results require a doctor? | A urine test for ketones should always be negative. Report a positive result to your doctor immediately. You should also let her know right away if your blood sugar remains high or if you have stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, rapid breathing, sweet-smelling breath, or if you're peeing a lot. The doctor may tell you to: ... |
6caccd3447960620a71f1dce48a98b97 | How do I test for ketones? | Your doctor can check for ketone levels, or you can do it at home with an over-the-counter kit. You simply dip a test strip into your urine. It will change color, and you'll compare it to a chart to see what your reading means. |
37a8dccf287e34f6269090a5fdf2e453 | How do people with diabetes check for kidney problems? | But early and tight control of your blood sugar and blood pressure, plus help from certain medications, can keep these organs working like they should To check for problems, your doctor can do a test that measures the amount of protein in your urine, called microalbuminuria. It shows up when small amounts of albumin (t... |
7a0011e546b5344621f9857cb46e077f | When should someone call the doctor after a positive urine test? | A urine test for ketones should always be negative. Report a positive result to your doctor immediately. You should also let her know right away if your blood sugar remains high or if you have stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, rapid breathing, sweet-smelling breath, or if you're peeing a lot. The doctor may tell you to: ... |
f3d5b34466ba4568af3d2af18cfe61dc | When should I test for ketones if I have type 1 diabetes? | If you have type 1 diabetes, you may need to check your urine for ketones if: You feel sick (have a cold, the flu, or other illness) and have nausea or vomiting. You're pregnant. Your blood sugar level is over 300 mg/d L. You have symptoms of high blood sugar including extreme thirst or tiredness, a flushed or foggy fe... |
6d2817b0aa13831cc1c0bfb061bde561 | When should someone with type 2 diabetes check their urine for ketones? | If you have type 2 diabetes, there isn't much chance you'll have too many ketones, even if you're taking insulin. But it could happen during a severe illness. Your doctor may tell you to check your urine when: You have a cold, the flu, or other illness or have unexplained nausea or vomiting. Your blood sugar level is o... |
2b61da8a7d81bcecb9376c78389b7a86 | How do doctors test for ketone levels in urine tests? | Your doctor can check for ketone levels, or you can do it at home with an over-the-counter kit. You simply dip a test strip into your urine. It will change color, and you'll compare it to a chart to see what your reading means. |
f51d47e9afb0840e7b11c0d6612f90bc | What tests other than blood tests do people with diabetes use? | Two simple ones that check your urine can help you and your doctor watch for kidney disease and severe high blood sugar. Keep detailed records of any urine or ketone tests you perform. |
eaef3b25a2f64812f6bd691e741e0013 | What is the final word on the Flat Belly Diet? | The Final Word If you're not ready for a huge change in your diet, look elsewhere for weight loss. The extreme cut in calories in this diet is more likely to leave you discouraged instead of thinner. If you think you have it in you, go for it. Just have a plan in place for sticking with a more moderate weight loss plan... |
7efb583bc33f9eb64518429b15b9bc4b | What is the promise in the Flat Belly Diet? | That's the promise of the Flat Belly Diet. Now for the fine print: The kind of fat matters. The plan focuses on monounsaturated fats, which you get from olive oil, nuts, and other plant foods. To do that and lose fat (not water weight), you'd have to cut about 1,600 calories out of your diet every day! |
de10a8dbb897deb96bd8ecbcd5324e83 | What are risks of taking citicoline? | That way, your doctor can check on any potential side effects or interactions with medications. Side effects. Citicoline is usually well-tolerated but may cause nausea and diarrhea. Risks. Children, and women who are pregnant or breast feeding, should avoid using citicoline. We do not know if citicoline is safe for the... |
b415b0bbdbefb0b211ba0665eeb88dba | Why do people take citicoline? | Some research backs up these uses. Studies have found that citicoline supplements may help improve memory in older people. |
b12e15237acd0547e7106ac40748ef3b | What food is a good source of citicoline? | Foods are not a good source of citicoline. |
5ad46618b02b9c2d5b72c567e9c818c8 | What is the best dosage for citicoline? | The best doses of citicoline have not been set for any condition. Quality and ingredients in supplements may vary widely. This makes it hard to set a standard dose. Some studies have used doses of 1000 mg to 2000 mg a day. Ask your health care provider for advice. |
3ef933ac48b9f50e2f277edbebfbfc6e | What are the symptoms of trochanteric bursitis? | Other causes of trochanteric bursitis include: muscle tears hip injuries hip surgery complications poor posture diseases such as gout (a form of arthritis with sudden, sharp attacks of pain, often at the base of the big toe) You'll first notice trochanteric bursitis when you feel pain at the outside of your hip. At fir... |
d7d23477ce60100b28ad19f75668c2fc | How is trochanteric bursitis diagnosed? | When you visit your doctor, she'll most likely do a physical exam, focusing on how long you've had the condition and specific movements that cause the pain. She may order X-rays to rule out other issues, since bursitis itself doesn't show up on X-rays. You could get an ultrasound test, and you may get an MRI if your hi... |
4bb8c98d8793ee8fbe16362c41a0c0ed | What are other causes of trochanteric bursitis? | Other causes of trochanteric bursitis include: muscle tears hip injuries hip surgery complications poor posture diseases such as gout (a form of arthritis with sudden, sharp attacks of pain, often at the base of the big toe) You'll first notice trochanteric bursitis when you feel pain at the outside of your hip. |
346378bba4bd2cffd3479d82c8c0706e | What is trochanteric bursitis? | The outside point of the hip, which is called the greater trochanter, has a bursa called the trochanteric bursa. ( The other bursa, on the inside of the hip area, is called the iliopsoas bursa.) When that outside hip bursa gets inflamed, you have trochanteric bursitis. Also known as greater trochanteric pain syndrome (... |
7871d189502f068ec139cc86cc12bbbb | What causes trochanteric bursitis? | The hip joint is one of the largest and strongest joints in the human body. The small pouches are filled with a thick fluid and are meant to lubricate joints and protect body parts from friction. The trochanteric bursa, like other bursae, may become inflamed if the hip is overused or injured. Trochanteric bursitis affe... |
0ce13cac4b523e1c820d382e9ca0249e | What types of vaginal estrogen treat vaginal dryness? | Most women use one of three types of vaginal estrogen: Ring ( Estring): You or your doctor inserts this soft, flexible ring into your vagina where it releases a steady stream of estrogen directly to the tissues. The ring is replaced every 3 months. Tablet ( Vagifem): You use a disposable applicator to put a tablet into... |
eb81b5c6dd2dfe808d469311164507b1 | What are other causes of vaginal dryness? | Estrogen levels can also drop because of: Childbirth and breastfeeding Radiation or chemotherapy treatment for cancer Surgical removal of the ovaries Anti-estrogen medications used to treat uterine fibroids or endometriosis Other causes of vaginal dryness include: Sjögren's syndrome (an autoimmune disorder that attack... |
7f4eca3e7a3813c6eb015ac1b792603f | What should I avoid to prevent vaginal dryness? | Avoid using douches, bubble baths, scented soaps, and lotions around the sensitive vaginal area. These products can worsen dryness. |
1d14cc79bbcce31040eccfc53e76bc3f | How is vaginal dryness diagnosed? | Any burning, itching, or discomfort in the area is worth a call to your doctor or gynecologist. They'll ask about your past health and find out how long you've had symptoms and what seems to make them worse or better. Your doctor will do a pelvic exam, checking your vagina for any thinning or redness. The exam will hel... |
029b4369b482835ea05c1c911e738536 | What should you know about vaginal dryness? | It can happen at any age from a number of different causes. It may seem like a minor irritation. But the lack of vaginal moisture can have a huge impact on your sex life. Fortunately, several treatments are available to relieve vaginal dryness. Vaginal dryness is common symptom of menopause -- and close to one out of e... |
c4548ad715c9130df707783413a89376 | How can you protect yourself from outside noise if you have tinnitus? | Here are some ways to protect yourself from our noisy world: Keep music at 60% of full volume or lower when using earbuds. Don't listen for more than 60 minutes at one time. Wear ear plugs at concerts, loud restaurants, or other loud events. If you can't hear someone standing an arm's length away, it's loud enough to c... |
9c713bddc25078fec0a5b82bf69c005d | What can make tinnitus worse? | Some people report that certain foods, drinks, or drugs can make their symptoms worse. Not everyone is affected the same way, so try to avoid triggers one at a time and keep a written log. You may not need to avoid every possible trigger. Instead, notice which things affect your symptoms. |
767f01550b8890a722f92e7e954f885b | What are triggers of tinnitus? | Some possible triggers include: Drinks with caffeine such as cola, coffee, tea, and energy drinks Alcohol Aspirin Salt Kick the habit, if you smoke. |
f35f468f3501f53344f5ba615d7c9673 | How can relaxation help tinnitus? | Plan time to relax every day. It's normal to feel anxious and annoyed when you first develop tinnitus or when it flares up. But stress and worry can make your symptoms worse. Try different ways to relax until you find what works best for you. Even 15 minutes of deep relaxation can ease stress and improve your mood. |
7faa1843511f87c321cfb2de27a18aaf | What are good sleep habits to help tinnitus? | Practice good sleep habits for more restful sleep: Make your bedroom dark and cool. Use a fan or white-noise machine if your bedroom is too quiet. Set aside 7 to 9 hours for sleep at night. Go to bed and get up at the same time every day. Develop a bedtime routine, such as taking a relaxing warm bath right before bedti... |
bea1b282a923809c6d7fe37b1165b454 | How can you cope with tinnitus? | Tinnitus may bother you more when it's quiet. Follow these suggestions: Try not to notice the ringing or buzzing. Keep yourself distracted with work and favorite activities. Learn which coping techniques work for you and practice them regularly. Over time, you may find that you get used to tinnitus, and the sounds in y... |
37523f7fc57ec8fdb0b38992aafdd1ad | How does smoking affect tinnitus? | It harms blood flow to the sensitive nerve cells that control your hearing. It also acts as a stimulant in your body. This can make the ringing in your ears sound louder. But stress and worry can make your symptoms worse. |
f006e986d9d844945bdf310e49817177 | How can joining a support group help tinnitus? | It may seem hard to believe, but learning to ignore your tinnitus can help you cope with it. Learn which coping techniques work for you and practice them regularly. |
f7cf485791e2af62ec4b25ab7e98cef9 | Can sleep apnea cause bed-wetting in kids? | Bed-wetting in children may also be caused by sleep apnea. Although immaturity of the bladder or other medical conditions are more common, the possibility of sleep apnea must be considered when a child is being evaluated for bed-wetting problems. |
d4a1c0b030c3625961686b6d22ad4cb5 | What might it mean if your child continues to wet the bed past age 6? | Children who continue to wet the bed beyond age 6 may not be producing enough ADH hormone at appropriate times, or may not yet be attuned to their bodies' signals, or both. |
69d8c2f650f81394856ecbc72160958c | How common is bedwetting in kids? | About 5 to 7 million children over age 6 regularly wet their bed. Most children do not need bed-wetting treatment and outgrow it. Although immaturity of the bladder or other medical conditions are more common, the possibility of sleep apnea must be considered when a child is being evaluated for bed-wetting problems. Pa... |
09b06704e455967f84e940e83892fc54 | What is step 2 in a laparoscopic total abdominal colectomy? | Your surgeon will carefully free the colon in sections, starting with the rectum and sigmoid colon, and finishing with the ascending (right) colon. He will also cut and close the main blood vessels (arteries) that supply blood to the colon throughout the surgery. During the procedure, the surgeon will use a paddle-like... |
7b6a2d0f24708e3a65516f9c19829cef | What is a laparoscopic total abdominal colectomy? | Doctors use it to help treat conditions including: Inflammatory conditions of the intestine, such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis Familial polyposis, an inherited (hereditary) condition in which hundreds to thousands of polyps (small growths) form along all of the large intestine The term "laparoscopic" refer... |
ffd7dbf3c96d63511a03eaf7ec49a73c | What is the recovery like after a laparoscopic total abdominal colectomy? | He will also cut and close the main blood vessels (arteries) that supply blood to the colon throughout the surgery. After surgery, your doctor will encourage you to boost your activity level steadily once you are home. If you are fit and did regular exercise before surgery, you may resume exercising when you feel comfo... |
f348c89aa252ce9a65247faf23a37985 | How will your doctor check aneurysm? | To figure out if what you're feeling is an aneurysm, your doctor will ask you questions, including whether another member of your family has had one. Then, she'll give you a complete exam, during which she'll: Listen to your heart Check your blood pressure Listen to the arteries in your neck Feel your abdomen for a mas... |
59700d2ed1d921f24d0507472076eb62 | What if surgery can't repair an aneurysm? | For inoperable aneurysms, you may be prescribed drugs to lower your blood pressure or ease the force of your heart's beating. Your chance of it bursting will go down. |
c4a20a94e14be4263a4c62e317895031 | How can you prevent aneurysm? | The most important thing you can do to prevent aneurysms is to control your blood pressure. If you have a family history of stroke or heart disease, make changes in your diet and lifestyle to improve your health. Exercise regularly. Watch what you eat. If you smoke, stop. |
d76092ff25216956bff5b69387f69a53 | How can surgery help with treating aneurysm? | An MRI can also be used to check your aorta or blood vessels in your brain. A surgeon can treat it by inserting a clip that cuts off blood flow to the affected area. |
d27f178f9294589e36b1746f48327335 | How is an aneurysm treated? | The only way to get rid of an aneurysm is to have it repaired with surgery or an endovascular procedure. Even for an operable aneurysm, your doctor may first try medication and a wait-and-see approach, with tests every now and then to track its growth. |
3da0457402b7b809980125c98141a5b9 | What are complications related to obstructive sleep apnea? | Increasing evidence suggests that obstructive sleep apnea is strongly associated with conditions such as high blood pressure (hypertension), stroke, heart attack, diabetes, gastroesophageal reflux disease, nocturnal angina, heart failure, hypothyroidism, and an abnormal heart rhythm. About half of sleep-apnea patients ... |
9108675c188174faafb0f90ed17466f1 | Who is most likely to get obstructive sleep apnea? | In middle-aged adults, the prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea is estimated to be 4%-9%, although the condition is often undiagnosed and untreated. Among people over age 65, it's estimated that at least 10% have the condition. Aging affects the brain's ability to keep upper airway throat muscles stiff during sleep, i... |
5d2b7929b9f07a2239e2a54123724e09 | What are other risk factors for obstructive sleep apnea? | In addition to obesity, other anatomical features associated with obstructive sleep apnea -- many of them hereditary -- include a narrow throat, thick neck, and round head. Contributing factors may include hypothyroidism, excessive and abnormal growth due to excessive production of growth hormone (acromegaly), and alle... |
0eb2f569b443b104775c3ac9b110d0b5 | What are the medical treatments for obstructive sleep apnea? | Medical treatment -- which includes control of risk factors, use of continuous positive airway pressure ( CPAP) or oral appliances, and surgery -- may improve signs and symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea and its complications. |
c597e72a7c8819f07308c689cdcc548d | What is the most common cause of obstructive sleep apnea in children? | In children, causes of obstructive sleep apnea often include enlarged tonsils or adenoids and dental conditions such as a large overbite. Less common causes include a tumor or growth in the airway, and birth defects such as Down syndrome and Pierre- Robin syndrome. Down Syndrome causes enlargement of the tongue, adenoi... |
1bf34e0215e83b18d8f28526c56598cf | Who is least likely to get obstructive sleep apnea? | Postmenopausal women who receive hormone replacement therapy are significantly less likely than those who don't to develop obstructive sleep apnea, suggesting that progesterone and/or estrogen may be protective. But hormone replacement therapy is not considered to be an appropriate therapy for the condition, because it... |
5024d0554898bb88514d32f92c2ac516 | What can untreated obstructive sleep apnea lead to? | Regardless of age, untreated obstructive sleep apnea can lead to serious complications, including cardiovascular disease, accidents, and premature death. So it's important that anyone with signs and symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea -- especially loud snoring and repeated nighttime awakenings followed by excessive da... |
0644bc0473834309bd2b52d02dfd77c0 | How are obstructive sleep apnea and being overweight connected? | More than half of people with obstructive sleep apnea are either overweight or obese, which is defined as a body mass index ( BMI) of 25-29.9 or 30.0 or above, respectively. In adults, excess weight is the strongest risk factor associated with obstructive sleep apnea. Although modest weight loss improves obstructive sl... |
03db1ff03564139744b9997885620777 | What are other factors associated with obstructive sleep apnea? | But many other factors also are associated with the condition in adults. About 25%-40% of people with obstructive sleep apnea have family members with the condition, which may reflect an inherited tendency toward anatomical abnormalities. Ethnicity. Sleep apnea also is more common in African- Americans, Hispanics, and ... |
2b9c410f5da7dd3a9d19e1003b04f721 | What is the most common cause of obstructive sleep apnea in adults? | During sleep, when throat and tongue muscles are more relaxed, this soft tissue can cause the airway to become blocked. But many other factors also are associated with the condition in adults. In adults, excess weight is the strongest risk factor associated with obstructive sleep apnea. |
fc2b085c5a5e9007b9759e7144bd9508 | What is obstructive sleep apnea? | Sleep apnea has many different possible causes. In this syndrome, which affects up to 25% of the extremely obese, excess body fat not only interferes with chest movement but also compresses the lungs to cause shallow, inefficient breathing throughout the day and night. Obstructive sleep apnea is up to four times as com... |
e5bf63ed07c2907efa9e762b49a17c0b | How is plantar fasciitis diagnosed? | With the right treatment, this condition usually goes away in several months. To speed up your recovery and rule out other injuries, you may want to see your doctor. This could be something like a broken bone or pinched nerve. There are a few options your doctor could try to ease your pain and reduce inflammation in yo... |
06280516ff85bf134dd48d7905e27b56 | What are options to ease your pain if you have plantar fasciitis? | There are a few options your doctor could try to ease your pain and reduce inflammation in your foot. She might even recommend you try a few therapies at the same time. These include: Medication . These options include: Shock-wave therapy. This literally âshocksâ your plantar fascia with sound waves. It also stuns ... |
4bbdd36366837888bf2431145707751d | What is mitral valve regurgitation? | Mitral valve regurgitation, when some of your blood flows the wrong way through a valve in your heart, doesn't have to slow you down. This is especially true if you have a mild case of it. There are lots of ways to help you or a loved one manage the condition and stay as healthy as possible. They include exercise, eati... |
82fb517ffffe2df5f520440d17922c91 | How can lifestyle choices help manage mitral valve regurgitation? | Mitral valve regurgitation, when some of your blood flows the wrong way through a valve in your heart, doesn't have to slow you down. Exercise: It plays a big role in managing many types of heart disease. You'll need to talk to your doctor about what kinds of physical activity are safest for you. It can trigger a heart... |
f4dd39b642fd904222b99ae2016a139c | How is mitral valve regurgitation diagnosed? | Mitral valve regurgitation, when some of your blood flows the wrong way through a valve in your heart, doesn't have to slow you down. Your doctor has several ways to get a better idea of how your condition has progressed: Exercise stress test, in which you are monitored while on a treadmill Chest X-ray CT scan, which u... |
31c26ca4a40226932cd2dbb1fe515dc4 | How can you tell if you have treatment-resistant depression? | Has your treatment helped a bit, but you still don't feel like your old self? Have the side effects of your medication been hard to handle? If the answer is yes to any of these, you need to see your doctor. Whether or not you actually have treatment-resistant depression, you need expert help. |
a4e0118e8ae43e0bcecc0c5295b3a5d4 | Who should you see if you think you might have treatment-resistant depression? | Although a primary care doctor can treat depression (research suggests that 60%-65% of antidepressants are prescribed by primary care physicians), it may be best to see a specialist, like a psychiatrist, if you think you may have treatment-resistant depression. It's a good idea to also work with a therapist, like a psy... |
a90a5768a6bc7c3fe7b5f2bb883c407a | What should you know about treatment-resistant depression? | Does it help a bit, but you still don't feel as if the darkness has lifted? Perhaps you feel the treatment isn't working at all. If so, you could have treatment-resistant depression, also called refractory depression. Unfortunately, depression treatments don't always work. As many as two-thirds of people with depressio... |
d4799f0e001f675cd13c8342b08d5a2d | What are considerations when getting help for treatment-resistant depression? | You may wonder why some people do so well with the first medication they try, while you continue to suffer. Experts don't know for sure, but we do know that not all depressions are the same across every sufferer. Evidence also suggests that people who have especially severe depression or long-term depression may be har... |
559bda9bcdba8fe5cbc297ea2edce1eb | How do medications work to help with treatment-resistant depression? | Different antidepressants work in different ways to affect specific chemicals (neurotransmitters) that transmit information along brain circuits that regulate mood. If your current medicine isn't helping - or isn't helping enough - other drugs might. There are two basic approaches: Switching medicines. |
b1a45790b3c0529af36e7312afdcef8f | How is treatment-resistant depression diagnosed? | Sometimes, other conditions or problems can cause similar symptoms. So when you meet with your doctor, he or she will want to: Confirm the diagnosis. Some people who apparently have treatment-resistant depression were misdiagnosed. They never had only depression in the first place. Instead, they have conditions like bi... |
ab037972cbf5dd1db23dba5b10c9b38e | What are the symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis? | Symptoms: Gradual pain in the lower back and buttocks Lower back pain that worsens and works its way up the spine Pain felt between the shoulder blades and in the neck Pain and stiffness in the back, especially at rest and when getting up Pain and stiffness that get better after activity Pain in the middle back and the... |
df554eff2e483b0661c8c0836d24f394 | What doctors treat rheumatic diseases? | If your regular doctor thinks you have a rheumatic disease, he'll probably send you to a rheumatologist -- a doctor who's specially trained to treat them. |
1cc3a287910cc15fa8ec352359ea8edc | What are the symptoms of lupus? | Symptoms: Joint pain Fatigue Joint stiffness Rashes, including a "butterfly" rash across the cheeks Sun sensitivity Hair loss Blue or white fingers or toes when exposed to cold (called Raynaud's phenomenon) Problems in other organs such as the kidneys Blood disorders, such as anemia and low levels of white blood cells ... |
657cbecafefbaf2e0b23fb45f6eee5bb | Are there distinct rheumatic diseases? | Years ago, conditions like this fell under the broad heading of rheumatism. Now there are more than 200 distinct rheumatic diseases. Among the most common ones are: Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid arthritis ( RA) Lupus Spondyloarthropathies -- ankylosing spondylitis ( AS) and psoriatic arthritis ( Ps A) Sjogren's syndrome Go... |
55c8af1d1ede4c4993be42f0b9c3fd1a | What are the symptoms of Sjorgen's syndrome? | Symptoms: Dry eyes (the glands in your eyes don't make enough tears) Eye irritation and burning Dry mouth (the glands in your mouth don't make enough saliva) Tooth decay, gum disease, or thrush Swollen glands on the sides of your face Joint pain and stiffness (rarely) Internal organ diseases (rarely) Diagnosis: Your do... |
c4977beafd3ad86ae6e8cc5a2ada4430 | What are symptoms of lupus? | Symptoms: Joint pain Fatigue Joint stiffness Rashes, including a "butterfly" rash across the cheeks Sun sensitivity Hair loss Blue or white fingers or toes when exposed to cold (called Raynaud's phenomenon) Problems in other organs such as the kidneys Blood disorders, such as anemia and low levels of white blood cells ... |
192c65d21cff3a1121c581999477f767 | What is osteoarthritis (OA)? | It results from damage to cartilage, the cushiony material on the end of your bones. As it wears down, your joints hurt and become harder to move. It usually affects the knees, hips, lower back, neck, fingers, and feet. |
0391b0b030ff8f4723815f7574e3149a | What is ankylosing spondylitis? | Anti-double stranded DNA antibody ( Anti-ds DNA) Anti- Smith antibody ( Anti- Sm) ⢠Ankylosing Spondylitis What it is: Ankylosing spondylitis usually starts gradually as lower back pain. It usually involves the joints where the spine attaches to the pelvis, known as the sacroiliac joints. Ankylosing spondylitis is mo... |
0f8d2fbfc518d095afeb3cc6519640c1 | What is the diagnosis for ankylosing spondylitis? | Diagnosis: Your doctor will give you a physical exam and ask you about your medical history. You may get X-rays of your back, looking at the sacroiliac joints. A blood test for a protein called HLA- B27 may help confirm a diagnosis. |
71edaf38948b55a97ca44a847fbf8a81 | What is Sjögren's syndrome? | ⢠Sjogren's Syndrome What it is: Sjogren's syndrome causes parts of your body to dry out, like the eyes or mouth. Some people also have RA and lupus. Others just have Sjogren's. The cause is unknown, but it happens when your immune system attacks those body parts. It's more common in women than men. |
5803737d46e15ef35b18818999e78295 | What is the treatment plan for rheumatic diseases? | Your rheumatologist will examine you to diagnose your condition, then oversee a treatment plan for you that will likely include medications, regular exercise, a healthy diet, stress management, and rest. |
276f9a10c5164f6f11c8df2bc823aca0 | How is osteoarthritis (OA) diagnosed? | Diagnosis: Your doctor will ask about your medical history and symptoms. You'll also get a physical exam. You may also need to get blood tests or let your doctor take a sample of fluid from an affected joint. Usually by the time someone with OA seeks treatment, there are changes visible on an X-ray of the joint. The X-... |
e4126999b8e106651e16fa04e56910ad | What is the diagnosis for rheumatoid arthritis? | Symptoms: Pain and swelling in multiple joints (usually the same joints on both sides of your body, like both wrists or both ankles) Problems in other organs such as the eyes and lungs Joint stiffness, especially in the morning Fatigue Lumps called rheumatoid nodules Diagnosis: You'll get a checkup and tell your doctor... |
c3e3afc9c0c9ffc0823126230dd4fc9a | How is Sjögren's syndrome diagnosed? | You may also get other tests. To confirm the diagnosis, the doctor may do a biopsy, taking tissue from your inner lip to check in a lab. The doctor will ask about medical history and do a physical exam. |
d1843770947d436c8f00e3c3f3d47885 | How is lupus diagnosed? | Blood tests for lupus include: Antinuclear antibody test ( ANA). Most people with lupus have a positive ANA blood test. The doctor will ask about medical history and do a physical exam. |
30a0ec559b7c299f6535407a2a99534e | How do you treat Bell's palsy? | There's no test that can tell you for sure if you have Bell's palsy. If your doctor suggests your symptoms might be triggered by the herpes virus (herpes simplex 1) or by shingles (herpes zoster), he may give you an antiviral medication, like acyclovir. Your doctor may also give you a short course of corticosteroids (l... |
4f215dffeb209d871b539ad09b07785d | How can you tell if you have Bell's palsy? | That means in most cases, they determine you have Bell's palsy only after other conditions have been ruled out. Your doctor will start by doing a complete and careful physical exam. If he suspects you have Bell's palsy, he'll try to close your eyelid on the affected side of your face. If it doesn't close, it'll signal ... |
71024c9fc6a32b1a12c58b94e4d6da31 | How often should you have a clinical breast exam? | You should have a clinical breast exam every one to three years starting at age 20 and every year starting at age 40. A clinical breast exam may be recommended more frequently if you have a strong family history of breast cancer. |
9938dea17cc73b73dbe289dbab7aa9da | What is important for early breast cancer detection? | Clinical exams and breast self-awareness are important methods of early breast cancer detection and should be performed along with mammography. All three of these methods provide complete breast cancer screening. |
82eeef401a839310c8d54eb7a851f381 | What happens during a breast exam? | Before your breast exam, your health care provider will ask you detailed questions about your health history, including your menstrual and pregnancy history. Questions might include what age you started menstruating, if you have children, and how old you were when your first child was born. A thorough breast exam will ... |
4ba4ab16b7de12d34da9b98808a58a87 | What are some tips to keep in mind when screening your moles for skin cancer? | Keep these tips in mind when screening your moles for skin cancer: Use a full-length mirror if you have one. Start at your head and work your way down, looking at all the areas of your body (including the front, backs, and sides of each area, and your fingernails and toenails). Also be sure to check the "hidden" areas:... |
f9468f10479938ed5d401d708df2dc61 | How is acupuncture used to treat headaches? | Studies have shown that this practice of placing thin needles at specific points on the body may help relieve tension and migraine headaches. |
d237145ad979437e036fce57679b98f5 | What is the treatment for sinus headaches? | Sinus headaches: Decongestants and antibiotics usually help if you have a bacterial infection. |
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