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85f3a8694625b1d146060c529c867dde | What are brain lesions? | So a brain lesion is an area of injury or disease within the brain. While the definition sounds simple, understanding brain lesions can be complicated. |
219683e155761371e127ddb295616a62 | How are brain lesions treated? | Symptoms of a brain lesion vary depending on the type, location, and size of the lesion. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy for lesions that are cancerous Medication to fight infections, such as antibiotics or other antimicrobial drugs Medication to calm the immune system or otherwise change the immune system's respons... |
2ff139840b8a5943ef0fc513827c1ddc | What causes brain lesions? | Typically, their cause is unknown. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy for lesions that are cancerous Medication to fight infections, such as antibiotics or other antimicrobial drugs Medication to calm the immune system or otherwise change the immune system's response Medication or other therapies to relieve symptoms as... |
7bb18cdc5eda57ffd83d326f350aed1d | What are medical treatments for chemical burns? | IV fluids may be needed to normalize blood pressure and heart rate. The IV access may also be used for any medications needed to treat pain or protect against infection. Decontamination will begin (likely water irrigation). You will be given any antidote to counteract the chemical, if appropriate. Antibiotics often are... |
7c07675e919fedecc5030cec25bbd49f | Where do most chemical burns occur? | Most chemical burns occur on the face, eyes, arms, and legs. Usually a chemical burn will be relatively small and will require only outpatient treatment. Chemical burns can be deceiving, however. Some agents can cause deep tissue damage not readily apparent when you first look at it. |
4677ef68e38ca90e296fac80bb73d0c7 | What is the first aid treatment for chemical burns? | First Aid: Remove yourself or the victim from the accident area. Remove any contaminated clothing. Wash the injured area to dilute or remove the substance, using large volumes of water. Wash for at least 20 minutes, taking care not to allow runoff to contact unaffected parts of your body. Gently brush away any solid ma... |
1f300391e59573f24f5251b8243ce8d8 | When should you seek medical care for chemical burns? | Any chemical burn can be a legitimate reason to summon emergency medical help. Always err on the side of safety and call 911 if you don't know how severe the injury is or whether or not the person is medically stable. Also call 911 if you have any concerns about a chemical injury. Emergency personnel are trained to ass... |
3a5e4a98e38487afcfeeaee4064bf3c9 | What are the signs of chemical burns? | Tissue damage from chemical burns depends on several factors, including: The strength or concentration of the agent The site of contact (eye, skin, mucous membrane) Whether it's swallowed or inhaled Whether or not skin is intact How much of the agent you came into contact with Duration of exposure How the chemical work... |
6e737d02e9f5d24fe40b8e8847c55eef | What is the outlook for people who had chemical burns? | Chemical burns can be deceiving, however. Antibiotics often are not needed for minor chemical burns. Burns in the eye can lead to blindness. Chemical burn of the eye. |
3a063a524ebe1b2db15a34fb80ff9a2f | What causes chemical burns? | A variety of household products fits this description: Bleach Concrete mix Drain or toilet bowl cleaners Metal cleaners Pool chlorinators All chemical burns should be considered medical emergencies. When you contact 911, tell the dispatcher as much of the following information as possible: How many people are injured a... |
4e3c88e6831c059fa1f9edf334eb4ea1 | What are chemical burns? | Chemical burns can occur in the home, at work, or at school. Although injuries do occur at home, the risk of sustaining a chemical burn is much greater in the workplace, especially in businesses and manufacturing plants that use large quantities of chemicals. First Aid: Remove yourself or the victim from the accident a... |
ddf7ca6bad3e1e191c1b3ff27a626d8c | Should I take medicine to lower a fever during the flu? | A fever can be a good thing. It kick-starts your immune system and helps your body fight off an infection by torching bacteria and viruses. Doctors no longer suggest you try to lower it, except for people who are very young or old, and those with certain medical conditions such as heart disease or lung disease. If you'... |
a60b1d07db197d46155a4b05aa3fffba | What medicines are best for fever or aches? | Each type has its own set of risks, so talk to your doctor or pharmacist about which is best for you. Be careful not to overdose. These drugs are often mixed in with cough and cold and flu remedies. Read the labels, and don't take a separate pain remedy if your cough or cold medicine includes one. If you're not sure wh... |
a013ad28498ddcc35f55089bd5e904d1 | What is the best thing to do for a sore throat? | Drink lots of fluids, and use a salt-water gargle for relief. To make it, mix a cup of warm water and a teaspoon of salt. Some medications you take by mouth like acetaminophen, medicated lozenges, and gargles can also temporarily soothe a sore throat. Get your doctor's OK before you take anything, even over-the-counter... |
d225ae4f6315016f8c400d2b40fddb0f | Does cough medicine work? | But one that goes on and on needs treatment. On the shelf you'll find tons of cough medicines with a zillion combinations of decongestants, antihistamines, analgesics/antipyretics, cough suppressants, and expectorants. Ask your pharmacist which, if any, would be right for you. |
4300143c5c209587b0c7be6f0ad020b2 | Is there any way to cure a cold or the flu? | They aren't a cure, but they can make you feel better or shorten your illness. There's no one right way to treat a cold or the flu. These drugs are often mixed in with cough and cold and flu remedies. |
5f2c77cbd3ec497e69e5828da2781726 | What are the treatments for supraventricular tachycardia? | Avoid: Cigarettes and other forms of tobacco Diet pills Energy pills Herbal supplements Illegal drugs such as cocaine and methamphetamine (crystal meth) Over-the-counter cold and cough medicines Your doctors may have you on medicines called âbeta-blockersâ or âcalcium channel blockers.â They can help keep your ... |
b28a0758737ab9b494db6cacac4b7115 | What are the things you need to avoid when you have supraventricular tachycardia? | Avoid: Cigarettes and other forms of tobacco Diet pills Energy pills Herbal supplements Illegal drugs such as cocaine and methamphetamine (crystal meth) Over-the-counter cold and cough medicines Your doctors may have you on medicines called âbeta-blockersâ or âcalcium channel blockers.â They can help keep your ... |
3e6866d7b191c4c94bea7e5a123b1674 | How can eating the right foods help with treating supraventricular tachycardia? | Eat Foods That Are Good for You A well-balanced diet with whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and lean protein is always smart. With SVT, you might need to be even more careful about what you eat, especially if you're overweight or have other heart conditions. Ask your doctor how many calories you should get each day to ... |
80aadf71bcc9903b04254a45734e7f99 | How does exercise help with supraventricular tachycardia? | They include: Alcohol Caffeine in coffee, chocolate, and some sodas and teas Spicy foods Very cold drinks A fast run or other hard exercise might trigger a bout of SVT in some people. Don't stop exercising, though. It's an important way to keep your heart strong. Just be more careful about fitness. Check with your doct... |
bfd08ab803be1cf76978ef2696063043 | What are the foods you need to avoid when you have supraventricular tachycardia? | Find potassium in foods such as: Apricots Bananas Cantaloupes and honeydew melons Lima beans Oranges Peas Skim and low-fat milk Spinach Sweet potatoes Tomatoes Yogurt All of these foods are high in magnesium: Almonds Avocadoes Black beans Brown rice Peanuts and cashews Spinach Also, try to cut back on foods and drinks ... |
63a040d221efad76337b967dad971cef | What are additional steps to prevent and/or treat osteoporosis related to hormone replacement therapy? | Additional steps you can take to prevent and/or treat osteoporosis include: Performing weight-bearing exercises Taking calcium and vitamin D supplements Not smoking Avoiding excessive drinking |
4b9c27ae74c0e674c2bf90d1d9561b5d | What are alternatives to hormone replacement therapy for protecting your bones from osteoporosis? | HRT is no longer recommended for treatment of osteoporosis due to its risks and available alternative options. Bisphosphonate medications are generally recommended to treat osteoporosis instead. Other medications that may be considered are teriparatide, denosumab, or selective estrogen receptor modulators ( SERMs). SER... |
59ac8614c54501d6b131170077a47893 | What are the benefits and risks of hormone replacement therapy? | Many studies have looked at the association between hormone replacement therapy and breast cancer. The best evidence for the benefits and risks of hormone replacement therapy come from the Women's Health Initiative ( WHI), a large study involving more than 27,000 post-menopausal healthy women. The results published in ... |
fb831a289b33e3b58a5a50cc9f6c5760 | How does washing your hands prevent sickness? | 1: Wash Your Hands There's no mystery about how cold and flu viruses spread. Someone who's sick sneezes in his hand and then touches the telephone, the keyboard, or a kitchen glass. You can pick up the germ when you touch that object, even hours later. So wash your hands often. If you can't get to a sink, rub them with... |
f2a3fc2921b9bc9bf9783d57a08b7c26 | How does primary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) differ from other types of multiple sclerosis? | A few things make it different from other types of MS: People with primary progressive MS are usually older when they're diagnosed -- an average age of 40. Roughly equal numbers of men and women get it. In other types of the disease, women outnumber men 3 to 1. It usually leads to disability earlier than the most commo... |
c813bfa1a91392cf066b720aed95e64b | What is the outlook for people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS)? | Eventually, most people with relapsing-remitting MS will move on to a secondary progressive phase of MS. After living with relapsing-remitting MS for many years, most people will get secondary progressive MS. |
e4dfc23034bc1539914c8cfed1de60ba | What are the symptoms of secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS)? | Eventually, most people with relapsing-remitting MS will move on to a secondary progressive phase of MS. After living with relapsing-remitting MS for many years, most people will get secondary progressive MS. In this type, symptoms begin a steady march without relapses or remissions. ( In this way, it's like primary pr... |
dfd63a6eba56e9aa623c8c84f079cace | What causes the shift from relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS) to secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS)? | But scientists know a few things about the process: The older a person is when she's first diagnosed, the shorter the time she has before the disease becomes secondary progressive. People who don't fully recover from relapses generally move to secondary progressive MS sooner than those who do. The process of ongoing ne... |
6e9608f7266c663782205488027cf0d6 | Are there different types of multiple sclerosis? | Doctors have identified a few major types of MS. The categories are important, because they help predict how severe the disease can be and how well treatment will work. |
1d4fd6ac7aef1f616083a8bb0c6100b0 | How effective are treatments for secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (MS)? | Secondary progressive MS is tough to treat, and the disease can be hard to handle day to day. Symptoms get worse at a different rate for each person. Treatments work moderately well, but most people will have some trouble using their body like they used to. |
2486db81be2aa7b67d4efce587abbce0 | What is progressive relapsing multiple sclerosis? | Most people with multiple sclerosis -- around 85% -- have this type. ( In this way, it's like primary progressive MS.) The change typically happens between 10 and 20 years after you're diagnosed with relapsing-remitting MS. Symptoms get worse at a different rate for each person. In addition, MS treatments don't work as... |
2b1dc47f80262f49f614ffb08413e223 | Is multiple sclerosis different for everyone? | Although nerve damage is always a part of the disease, the pattern is unique for everyone. Symptoms get worse at a different rate for each person. |
35d8c5bf62cae69e75bb3ec97d37657d | Is secondary-progressive multiple sclerosis hard to treat? | Eventually, most people with relapsing-remitting MS will move on to a secondary progressive phase of MS. After living with relapsing-remitting MS for many years, most people will get secondary progressive MS. Symptoms get worse at a different rate for each person. Treatments work moderately well, but most people will h... |
727099282ca18ac53e7bbf7bb2e66684 | What is relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis? | They usually have their first signs of the disease in their early 20s. After that, they have attacks of symptoms (called relapses) from time to time, followed by weeks, months, or years of recovery (called remissions). The nerves that are affected, how severe attacks are, the degree of recovery, and the time between re... |
2a4d4cf0c722f9245614f77337160b07 | What are the warning signs of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS)? | They usually have their first signs of the disease in their early 20s. After that, they have attacks of symptoms (called relapses) from time to time, followed by weeks, months, or years of recovery (called remissions). The nerves that are affected, how severe attacks are, the degree of recovery, and the time between re... |
cd9b8448be5f9d60d69237a632733440 | Is wheatgrass safe to take? | There isn't really any harm in trying a small amount of wheatgrass from a reputable company. Children, pregnant or nursing women, and anyone who has compromised immunity should avoid it because of the potential for bacteria. |
cb59df4dd2e49064de0be0dc1ea7cd76 | What is a multiple sclerosis (MS) hug? | If you have multiple sclerosis, an autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord, you might have felt a band of pain around your torso. It's often called the â MS hug.â Like most MS symptoms, it's different for each person. |
ee48bb297f94905442e67eb45655839d | What are the symptoms of a multiple sclerosis (MS) hug? | It's often called the â MS hug.â Like most MS symptoms, it's different for each person. You might feel it right under your rib cage, in your chest, or anywhere between your neck and waistline. It can be: Burning Dull and achy pain Hard to breathe Pain on one side of your body Pressure Sharp pain Tickling Tightness ... |
2cacd207957bbba92dce67db906da5fd | How does a multiple sclerosis (MS) hug happen? | They hold your rib cage together and help it expand when you move, bend, or breathe. If these muscles have spasms, you feel painful, tightening pressure. |
5668e5c0d549502eba9d24e2a0336b4d | What is happening when I feel pain from an MS hug? | They hold your rib cage together and help it expand when you move, bend, or breathe. If these muscles have spasms, you feel painful, tightening pressure. |
8027f252bfa0f1e79f8909e235c55592 | What should you do if you have a multiple sclerosis (MS) hug? | If you think you're having an MS hug, talk to your neurologist or main doctor right away. The symptoms can seem like those of a heart attack, so it's important to make sure that's not the case and to rule out any other causes of the pressure. Your doctor will most likely give you an MRI to look for other things, like g... |
a9ca50a229c5525ce8ef37b7063b5a4b | What does it feel like to have an MS hug? | It's often called the â MS hug.â Like most MS symptoms, it's different for each person. You might feel it right under your rib cage, in your chest, or anywhere between your neck and waistline. It can be: Burning Dull and achy pain Hard to breathe Pain on one side of your body Pressure Sharp pain Tickling Tightness ... |
ecc38584acccc70aa768c2cf4b2927e8 | What is "the MS hug?" | If you have multiple sclerosis, an autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord, you might have felt a band of pain around your torso. It's often called the â MS hug.â Like most MS symptoms, it's different for each person. |
bc02029c5ebffbb68f5cd97c72773164 | What is the treatment for a multiple sclerosis (MS) hug? | If you think you're having an MS hug, talk to your neurologist or main doctor right away. The symptoms can seem like those of a heart attack, so it's important to make sure that's not the case and to rule out any other causes of the pressure. You can try these things at home: Apply a warm compress. ( Be careful: Heat m... |
5514ac836f65aa8db07f1cccb61bd509 | What things can I try to treat an MS hug? | You can try these things at home: Apply a warm compress. ( Be careful: Heat might make your pain worse.) Drink plenty of water. Eat healthy food. Get a massage. Stay rested. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. |
f3bf9674dd32d83a5db2a332d5d5ce12 | What are symptoms of mononucleosis in teens? | What mono feels like: It's easy to mistake mono for the flu at first. Symptoms include fever, sore throat, body aches, fatigue, and swollen lymph nodes. If you have flu symptoms that don't seem to be going away, talk to your doctor. |
0900b4642057655100303cfeb2026ac9 | What are athlete's foot and jock itch in teens? | What they feel like: Athlete's foot causes itchy, cracking sores between the toes and sometimes on the soles of the feet. Jock itch causes similar itchy, cracking sores in the groin. The sores may weep and smell nasty. Athlete's foot can also cause redness on the bottom and sides of the foot. This form is called moccas... |
cc5ba91ffc83e7b82ab67ccaab95435c | What does strep throat feel like for a teen? | What strep throat feels like: Strep throat feels like a really bad sore throat. Your teen may notice that her tonsils are inflamed. She may also see yellow or white patches at the back of her throat. Strep often causes a fever. |
b27e9ddd0461d59c70fe4c3b28a9c092 | What should I do if my teen has strep throat? | What to do: If you think your teen may have strep, call your doctor. Strep throat needs to be treated with antibiotics. Otherwise, it can lead to serious problems. Gargling with salt water or sucking on throat lozenges will help ease the pain. Acetaminophen or ibuprofen will reduce a fever. |
bce75a470a123c4a92b5ce4a344b2799 | Where did my teen pick up Athlete's foot and jock itch? | Your teen can try to protect himself by avoiding kissing if he suspects someone is sick. |
6360b521b24fc8f8cc5ef0ab71e2d20e | What helps manage athlete's foot and jock itch in teens? | What to do: Use an over-the-counter antifungal cream, spray, or powder to get rid of athlete's foot or jock itch. If that's not enough to get rid of the symptoms, talk to your doctor about prescription-strength medication. To prevent getting athlete's foot or jock itch again, tell your teen to wash and carefully dry hi... |
812893cf86c674f507d003bc99c8b1a4 | What causes mononucleosis in teens? | Mono shows up most often between the ages of 10 and 19. The culprit is herpes simplex virus, which spreads through kissing or close contact. |
31858cacc56effe826cc7f91402f0bfa | Can you live with essential tremor nerve disorder? | Essential Tremor is not a life-threatening disorder, unless it prevents a patient from caring for him/herself. Most people are able to live normal lives with this condition -- although they may find everyday activities like eating, dressing, or writing difficult, which leads them to withdraw socially. But it is only wh... |
336dc99ea3d168d54101baa27ff7c1e7 | What does essential tremor nerve disorder (ET) affect? | Essential Tremor, sometimes referred to as ET, 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, or voice box (making the voice sound shaky), tongue, chin, and other areas. The... |
a8ff5bff715a6ecc356d4e50ee0fc6b9 | If I have tremors, does that mean I have essential tremor nerve disorder? | The term "tremor" is used to describe the uncontrollable shaking associated with ET, but that's a symptom that can be caused by a multitude of different factors and diseases -- including Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, fatigue after exercise, extreme emotional distress, brain tumors, some prescription drugs, m... |
959b8c13f7228cd581e25e4186955b9a | How are tremors in essential tremor classified? | A person is not moving (rest tremor). A person attempts to maintain posture against gravity (postural tremor), as in holding arms out in front of his/her body. Tremor lessens with rest. |
f58b04f5bd982adb2c9b42b118754b9c | What are the symptoms that are more unique to essential tremor? | Tremors that worsen during periods of emotional stress. Tremors are the only symptom, although rarely a person with essential tremor may suffer from balance problems. |
ed6334fc7d19b2a0a24feda3216038e7 | What other magnesium tests are available? | There are other tests. Some of them: Test how much magnesium you get rid of in your pee. Test the level of magnesium in your red blood cells ( RBC). Test the magnesium in your cells, not in your blood. This test is known as an â EXA Test,â and is done through a sample of your mouth cells. It is not easy to get this... |
47f3b964e6515041b7eb4ba855fb0869 | Who usually gets high levels of magnesium? | High levels of magnesium are much less common than low levels. This happens to people who have damaged kidneys, or take certain drugs. It is a serious problem that can cause your heart to stop. |
99dbd41faf91a3af01e2fc6e0012759c | How can I tell if I have low magnesium levels? | Some people don't get enough magnesium. If you're basically healthy, you probably wouldn't have symptoms from low magnesium unless it went on for a long time. Your doctor may want to test your magnesium level. This is important because too much or too little can make both adults and children sick. |
b1727e823caffbbe36571c03661f2bdf | What could it mean to have low magnesium levels? | This happens to people who have damaged kidneys, or take certain drugs. It can also be a sign of diabetes, thyroid trouble, a problem with your pregnancy, or other health issues. |
0ca869c675c8dd72654ae2c2369c3bb6 | How do blood tests measure magnesium levels? | A nurse or other health worker will clean your skin, insert a needle into a vein in your arm or hand, and take a sample of blood. It should feel like a pinprick, but not much more. Afterward, the nurse will take the needle out and may cover the area with a bandage in case it bleeds a little. Within a few days, the doct... |
c20cd16b5880b4b1f6a15a248004810f | When do I need other magnesium tests? | A blood test is the most common way to find out your magnesium level. This can make it seem like you have more magnesium in your body than you really have if you simply have a blood test. Test the magnesium in your cells, not in your blood. |
ee0b1566369d88dc786aaa02f924a372 | What should I know about magnesium? | Some of these are peanut butter, nuts, spinach, beans, whole grains, bananas, milk, and salmon. It's added to some breakfast cereals, bottled water, and other foods that you can buy. If you're basically healthy, you probably wouldn't have symptoms from low magnesium unless it went on for a long time. That's because muc... |
6dca3118d87cf20311a0896b293e3d41 | How can low magnesium levels affect your body? | It can also lead to low levels of other important minerals like calcium and potassium. This can make it seem like you have more magnesium in your body than you really have if you simply have a blood test. |
38e34e3dbcfafb19d61f0f9288d7326d | What are some tips to help you choose the right treatment for breast cancer? | Talk with your doctor about all the risks and benefits of each treatment option and how they will affect your lifestyle. Think about joining a support group. Other people with breast cancer know what you're going through and can give you advice and understanding. They might help you decide on a treatment, too. Ask your... |
d216a83e02f619a965b731a19017e384 | What are the types of breast cancer treatment? | Some treatments remove or destroy the disease within the breast and nearby tissues, such as lymph nodes. These include: Surgery to remove the whole breast, called a mastectomy, or to remove just the tumor and tissues around it, called a lumpectomy or breast-conserving surgery. There are different types of mastectomies ... |
210883c9607a8aea0a85a56c6bbf8226 | How do you know which breast cancer treatment to choose? | No matter which ones you choose, all breast cancer treatments have two main goals: To rid the body of as much of the cancer as possible To prevent the disease from coming back Your doctor will think about a few things before she recommends a treatment for you: The type of breast cancer you have The size of your tumor a... |
2d8f24ec6ff4af09567fc6b039b049c0 | How can I protect my skin from psoriasis outbreaks? | Skin damage is a known trigger for psoriasis flares. Scratches, scrapes, cuts, and burns all can set you up for a psoriasis outbreak on the area of damaged skin. Below are tips for preventing skin damage and psoriasis outbreaks: Keep your skin moist. Dry skin is more prone to injury. Wear protective clothing when doing... |
bb0b43753c759ba216d9c5f089531ec8 | Are there proven triggers for psoriasis? | But many people with psoriasis feel a connection between certain activities or exposures and their psoriasis outbreaks. |
a31103c6c05f1fbf4859eb223470b201 | What are some possible triggers of psoriasis? | Although these psoriasis triggers aren't all proven, individual people have found triggers they feel spark their own psoriasis outbreaks: Emotional stress Medications, including beta-blockers, anti-malaria drugs, NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, and lithium Winter climates Shaving or any injury to your skin such as from vacci... |
5d3b21eea8f9ba5fe0bca62cedcb4546 | When should I talk to my doctor about my psoriasis outbreaks? | Once you have a handle on what causes your psoriasis to flare, it's time to talk to your doctor. There may not be time to go through every detail in a short visit, so the most important information is your response to psoriasis treatment. Have you applied topical therapies and taken other drugs consistently? Your treat... |
ea0b6059b9a3820f50f09485027ee3f8 | How can I track patterns with my psoriasis? | Using either a digital camera or smartphone - or for the more artistically inclined, a piece of paper - record changes in the psoriasis plaques on your body to see where and how much skin is affected by flares. Keep at it each week, and make notes about events such as doctor visits and new treatment to see patterns ove... |
740d9e63d64cc8c34444f85ee353cf56 | How can I track my psoriasis triggers? | Although these psoriasis triggers aren't all proven, individual people have found triggers they feel spark their own psoriasis outbreaks: Emotional stress Medications, including beta-blockers, anti-malaria drugs, NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, and lithium Winter climates Shaving or any injury to your skin such as from vacci... |
68499af324d0d628b2eace97eaf172c2 | How can I tell what triggers my psoriasis? | Any time there is a change in your psoriasis -- for better or worse -- look for associations. Did the weather change? Was your skin recently injured? Did you run out of a psoriasis medicine? Did you start taking a new medicine? Are there associations between your other medications and your psoriasis outbreaks? |
1a4ddf9db9fa59f6e44982ece0c3f50b | Can medications cause indigestion? | An individual's risk increases with: Excess alcohol consumption Use of drugs that may irritate the stomach, such as aspirin and other pain relievers Conditions where there is an abnormality in the digestive tract, such as an ulcer Emotional problems, such as anxiety or depression Indigestion has many causes, including:... |
01c19548c3403167e9fe7dc8918f8857 | What are the symptoms of GERD? | The symptoms of indigestion can include: Burning in the stomach or upper abdomen Abdominal pain Bloating (full feeling) Belching and gas Nausea and vomiting Acidic taste Growling stomach These symptoms may increase in times of stress. |
d36274e3a0fa77fd45b5cc2d8068e67f | Can a medical condition cause indigestion? | An individual's risk increases with: Excess alcohol consumption Use of drugs that may irritate the stomach, such as aspirin and other pain relievers Conditions where there is an abnormality in the digestive tract, such as an ulcer Emotional problems, such as anxiety or depression Indigestion has many causes, including:... |
8300554d37e7eb4cd0c6b73bbd4c9f16 | How can you eat to avoid indigestion? | The best way to prevent indigestion is to avoid the foods and situations that seem to cause it. Keeping a food diary is helpful in identifying foods that cause indigestion. Here are some other suggestions: Eat small meals so the stomach does not have to work as hard or as long. Eat slowly. Avoid foods that contain high... |
39c6f8aa4cab473a3b57aa9e61e793e2 | Can lifestyle habits cause indigestion? | Eat slowly. |
e39f192885ec0d6f7921fc50ed47b40e | What does a physical exam for Chiari malformation check? | The doctor will also check functions controlled by the cerebellum and spinal cord. These functions include: balance touch reflexes sensation motor skills The doctor may order diagnostic tests, such as: X-ray CT scan MRI An MRI is the test most often used to diagnose Chiari malformations. |
f2e084c7c915507a6f645148589b1fe8 | What are the most common symptoms of Chiari malformation? | Older children with type II Chiari malformation may develop head pain associated with: coughing or sneezing bending over strenuous physical activities straining to have a bowel movement Some of the most common symptoms are linked to problems with the function of nerves in the brain stem. These include: weakness of voca... |
b23f2478c626e2c53be0f5affdc6b2d6 | What are the treatments for Chiari malformations? | If Chiari malformations cause no symptoms and do not interfere with activities of daily living, no treatment is necessary. In other cases, medications can be used to manage symptoms such as pain. Surgery is the only treatment that can correct functional defects or stop progression of damage to the central nervous syste... |
dac24032c668b64cabf4e65491903051 | What are the diagnostic tests for Chiari malformation? | These functions include: balance touch reflexes sensation motor skills The doctor may order diagnostic tests, such as: X-ray CT scan MRI An MRI is the test most often used to diagnose Chiari malformations. |
655ddc9665322d6b1ed8d0e86fc15f7f | When do Chiari malformations happen? | Most Chiari malformations occur during fetal development. Much less commonly, Chiari malformations can occur later in life. |
98e6e9436eb3e18b55a68097a8f9c2b4 | Does surgery work for Chiari malformation? | According to Children's Hospital in Boston, which specializes in the treatment of Chiari malformations, surgery virtually eliminates symptoms in 50% of pediatric cases. Surgery substantially reduces symptoms in another 45% of cases. |
dd6e6825ca107233667daace1ef4d7e2 | What are the symptoms of Chiari malformation? | Some people with Chiari malformations may have no symptoms. Others may have symptoms such as: dizziness muscle weakness numbness vision problems headaches problems with balance and coordination Chiari malformations affect females more often than males. |
d469b37fab0def77f23dc5f695981fda | What are the symptoms of type 2 Chiari malformation? | Dizziness and problems with balance and coordination Swallowing difficulties Sleep apnea Most children born with type II Chiari malformation have hydrocephalus. Older children with type II Chiari malformation may develop head pain associated with: coughing or sneezing bending over strenuous physical activities strainin... |
28460743ea8a83aa028682d2c419cc51 | What is Chiari malformation? | That's the part of the brain that controls balance. |
467b19dc96a87c6c4bbd29a4bfb571f0 | What are the symptoms of type 1 Chiari malformation? | This usually causes severe neurological defects. Most people with the condition don't even know that they have it unless it is incidentally discovered during a diagnostic imaging test. But if the malformation is severe, type I may cause symptoms such as: Pain in the lower back of the head into the neck; it usually deve... |
0d03e171b8106b312e6b4660ec242e0d | What usually causes Chiari malformation? | Chiari malformations are usually caused by structural defects in the brain and spinal cord. Due to genetic mutations or a maternal diet that lacked certain nutrients, the indented bony space at the base of the skull is abnormally small. As a result, pressure is placed on the cerebellum. That's the fluid that surrounds ... |
40fc60aa8d2aa672adff6e70a640f9b9 | How many times does your heart beat each day? | This fist-sized powerhouse beats (expands and contracts) 100,000 times per day, pumping five or six quarts of blood each minute, or about 2,000 gallons per day. |
256a256806fa3d02446cc800437d0e9c | How do heart valve works? | The aortic and pulmonic valves lie between the ventricles and the major blood vessels leaving the heart. The heart valves work the same way as one-way valves in the plumbing of your home. They prevent blood from flowing in the wrong direction. Each valve has a set of flaps, called leaflets or cusps. The mitral valve ha... |
a3c3125844321ce2d201c43738339779 | Where in your body is your heart located? | The heart is located under the rib cage, slightly to the left of your breastbone (sternum) and between your lungs. |
069018a0c39db8aae369600448422a00 | What are collateral blood vessels in the heart? | If this happens, a network of tiny blood vessels in the heart that aren't usually open called collateral vessels may enlarge and become active. |
ba693b0d18baf8798ae3b9f02209ec98 | What is the circulatory system? | As the heart beats, it pumps blood through a system of blood vessels, called the circulatory system. The vessels are elastic, muscular tubes that carry blood to every part of the body. |
d7835e07eb0f7ab570434029198609df | What are the right and left coronary arteries? | On the surface of the heart, there are coronary arteries, which supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle itself. Two major coronary arteries branch off from the aorta near the point where the aorta and the left ventricle meet: Right coronary artery supplies the right atrium and right ventricle with blood. It branch... |
b097b6278b019b83c8387c8b05c129be | What causes an astigmatism? | It's a big word, but it simply means your eye isn't completely round. We don't know the exact cause. You can also get it after an eye injury, eye disease, or surgery. There's a myth that you can get it if you read in low light or sit too close to the TV, but that isn't true. |
08abf1fe2b9088ace7693b07e85bd4fe | How are most cases of astigmatism treated? | Almost all cases can be corrected with glasses or contacts. But if you only have a slight astigmatism -- your doctor may refer to it as a degree -- and you don't have another vision problem, you may not need them. There's more than one type, so your doctor will help you pick the one that's right for you. |
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