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eb30ab1c4214026e9726716bcdb21eef | Do I need to pay attention to caloric intake and burning if I want to lose weight? | That's just one approach. To create your own weight loss plan, you might ask your doctor to refer you to a registered dietitian, who can give you eating tips and help you make a plan. |
d77c4716621c39241b3cb9a6e8e9090a | What are some small long-term diet goals for people with diabetes? | Try these goals on for size. Which ones fit your lifestyle? I'll eat whole-grain cereal and skim milk instead of a muffin for breakfast 4 days a week. I'll cut back on eating out, or I'll plan before I do by looking at the menu online and deciding ahead of time what to order. I'll eat blueberries and nonfat yogurt inst... |
86ae55b1099f4124f67c32093af87133 | How can I avoid getting bored with my exercises for diabetes? | Plan different activities you can do during the week. Experts recommend a mix of aerobic and strength-training exercises. Aerobic exercise could include walking, climbing stairs, dancing, or swimming. Strength training uses weights or exercise bands to strengthen muscles. It should be part of your exercise routine at l... |
64e5024b7e0a12fac56cc98d4e61d7c7 | Where do I begin if I want to lose weight for diabetes? | Start with these three steps: Ask yourself why you want to lose weight, and why now. Set clear goals that you can follow to help you lose weight and keep it off. Think about the hurdles you might face, and plan ways to get over them. |
c91fbcee169f066c029946827694c724 | How can I go about making small daily changes to lose weight? | Diabetes and Your Weight: Healthy Weight Loss Tips Plan for Weight Loss Challenges Think about all the things that happen during the day that make you want to overeat or make less-than-healthy choices. Job stress can be one, especially if your office mate keeps a tin of chocolate on her desk. Boredom can also trigger m... |
f8682faa0de7fb7a514f76e25ef021fe | How can I lose weight to improve diabetes without making big life changes? | Anything... Read the Women's Top Diabetes Concerns article > > You can do it by making small changes in what and how much you eat and by getting exercise most days. This can help you lose 1 to 2 pounds a week. In 7 to 10 weeks, you can lose about 10 pounds. You'll improve your health, and you might even be able to cut ... |
3b1c3ae4802bc1c56c3ca9b9ca12714f | How can I avoid unhealthy snacking during the day? | Keep on hand healthy snacks that are also tasty and filling for the times when cravings are likely to strike. Keep water handy as well, and don't forget to drink it. Water can make you feel full and has zero calories. |
24acc649458bdc88616396801cfa8338 | What are some small long-term exercise goals for people with diabetes? | Diabetes and Your Weight: Healthy Weight Loss Tips Set Fitness Goals You Can Meet Be active every day. It will help you control blood sugar levels and boost your energy and overall mood. Moving your body every day will also help you take off extra weight. Look over these goals: I will walk around the neighborhood after... |
5323a0a2c3187ccc15c20ab19491ce7a | Why does my weight keep coming back after losing it? | Set Eating Goals You Can Meet Crash diets or those that limit you to a few foods are tough to keep up over the long haul, and your lost weight is likely to come back. In the long run, it's better to start with a smaller goal, like losing 10 pounds. Set a doable date for reaching this goal. Then focus on making healthy ... |
4808ab273ebc1444004834a0db94474d | How many calories do I need to burn to lose weight? | Calories and Weight Loss Keep in mind that you need to burn 3,500 more calories than usual to lose 1 pound. To lose 1 pound a week, you could cut 500 calories a day from what you eat, or bump up your exercise to burn 500 more calories a day. Or you could do some of each. For instance, if you skip the cheese on your lun... |
b16a65f215e142521f4d47d3263ae695 | What if exercising makes me frustrated or self-critical? | At home, take on a small project or new hobby that keeps you away from the TV. A lifestyle change is hard, and you deserve to feel proud of your efforts. Over time, you'll see the benefits of these changes in the form of better overall health and well-being. Stick with your new healthy habits, and as time goes by, you'... |
08aaf33c4ffbffb8c5a19b153bb53f4c | How can I stay motivated to work out as a diabetic? | No matter how much you want to lose, it helps to plan ahead for weight loss before you start trying to drop those extra pounds. Think about why it's important to you. This will help you keep on track through the tough times of low drive or high temptation. What inspires you to lose weight? Do you want to be able to kee... |
8f806f0037fa712fa311d529100d465e | How can I make long term weight loss goals? | Think about why it's important to you. Be specific about when, where, and how you can reach each goal. It's fine to start slow and build up to 30 minutes of exercise a day, at least 5 days a week. |
d61835bc1a0fefbae43301dd6c179e4b | What causes colds? | It's an illness caused by a tiny, infectious thing called a virus. More than 200 types lead to your misery, but the most common one is the rhinovirus, which is thought to be responsible for at least 50% of colds. Other viruses that can cause colds include coronavirus, respiratory syncytial virus, influenza and parainfl... |
8aab10d062f42041ac59dff8c775c279 | What is "cold season" in the United States? | The reason may partly have to do with the opening of schools. Cold weather may also play a role because it leads you to spend more time indoors, where you're in closer contact with people who are contagious. Changes in humidity in different seasons may also affect how often people get sick. The most common cold viruses... |
bc3facdfd011d9e51adce4a4ab2e1d25 | What are symptoms of a cold? | When a cold strikes, you may have symptoms like: Scratchy or sore throat Sneezing Stuffy nose Watery eyes Mucus draining from your nose into your throat More severe symptoms, such as high fever or muscle aches, may be a sign that you have the flu rather than a cold. |
589cfb1d50e5872811ae19c3b2a5269c | Can being cold or wet cause you to get sick? | One myth that needs to get busted: Getting chilly or wet doesn't cause you to get sick. But there are things that make you prone to come down with a cold. For example, you're more likely to catch one if you're extremely tired, under emotional distress, or have allergies with nose and throat symptoms. |
691c91365feceee120324f3e1206d213 | How can you catch the common cold? | You can catch it from another person who is infected with the virus. This can happen by direct physical contact with someone who has a cold, or by touching a surface contaminated with their germs -- like a computer keyboard, doorknob or spoon --- and then touching your nose or mouth. You can also catch it from infected... |
bef2705e4e2b8d459ed7d22cc9b9bde4 | What are the signs of a cold? | !s_sensitive, chron ID: $('article embeded_module[type=video][align=top]:eq(0)').attr('chronic_id'), continuous Play: true, cp Options: { flyout: true }, display Ads: true, mode: 'in-article', sticky: true }) }); }); } else { $(function(){ $('.responsive-video-container').remove(); }); } A runny nose, scratchy throat, ... |
10afff7d86bb02781ce7cef130b0e90e | When should I call the doctor about my cold? | Most colds last about 7 to 10 days, but if your symptoms linger, you may need to call the doctor. Sometimes, colds lead to an infection by bacteria in in your lungs, sinuses, or ears. If that happens, your doctor may prescribe antibiotics, which work against bacteria but not against viruses. |
53726cafda6a4b3114c2063a96d04d94 | Why do children get sick so often? | Children have about 5-7 colds per year. A big part of the reason: They spend time at school or in day care centers where they're in close contact with other kids most of the day. Also, kids aren't as conscientious about sneezing into the crook of their arm or frequent hand washing â not to mention keeping their hands... |
5034127c6f731ed12cd1a7aa55af5e80 | How common are colds in the United States? | The CDC says 22 million school days are lost each year in the U. S. because of them. Some estimates say that Americans have 1 billion colds a year. |
bb8778daef0facccd7885db7b57901e0 | What are side effects of opioids? | Although opioids are excellent in controlling pain, they do have side effects. Among the most common are: Constipation . |
023a2c184d6aef979c92ac2dc43293f8 | What causes bone pain and how can it be treated? | There are many causes for bone pain in life-threatening illness, including cancer metastases to the bone and compression of bones in the spine from degenerative bone disease or damage from long-term use of steroids to treat a condition like lung disease. Using anti-inflammatory adjuvants -- even something as simple as ... |
d1aa9567d578dcd008c3631c573d4b2d | What causes nerve pain and how can it be alleviated during palliative care? | Nerve pain, or "neuropathic" pain occurs when one or more nerves is injured or damaged. It can develop as a result of long-term chemotherapy or cancer itself, trauma, or other medical disorders. AIDS, diabetes, and shingles are examples of diseases often associated with neuropathic pain. Tricyclic antidepressants and a... |
e86346f6863fb80fde42fabf9d2f6c06 | How are opioids taken? | If the person can no longer swallow, some medications can be given intravenously, and some by subcutaneous injection. With a compounding pharmacist's support, we can mix an opioid with a gel to deliver it topically, through the skin," says Muir. " There are also formulations of fentanyl, for example, that can be delive... |
51d658b897184fb7899aee0f1c7c8dd7 | How can vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) help with treating depression? | Vagus Nerve Stimulation ( VNS) is a surgical procedure in which a pacemaker-like device delivers electrical impulses to the vagus nerve, which connects to areas of the brain believed to be involved in regulating mood. For reasons that doctors don't completely understand, these electrical impulses transmitted via the va... |
6e7afc421dec00dac473f080a8733ebc | What are side effects of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS, or rTMS) for depression? | Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation ( TMS, or r TMS) sends bursts of energy -- from electromagnets -- to specific areas of the brain. While more research needs to be done, TMS seems to have few risks and side effects, and it doesn't require hospitalization. Some people feel muscle contractions in the scalp. Rarely, TMS c... |
8b3b017f6cc3521d33d8489bb4f4f372 | What is the TNM system for lung cancer staging? | Lung cancer staging often uses the letters T, N, and M: T stands for your tumor's size and where it's located in your lungs or body. N stands for node involvement. This means whether or not your cancer has spread to your lymph nodes near your lungs. M stands for metastasis. This means whether or not your cancer has spr... |
54f493c35c55d867a954d205170be466 | How is non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) described? | Non-small cell lung cancer ( NSCLC) is a more common type of lung cancer than small cell. One way to describe NSCLC is by its clinical or pathologic stage. Your doctor might use imaging scans to tale pictures of the inside of your body to see what clinical stage it is in. In order to confirm the diagnosis, she may do a... |
a790ecbf81db3e7d0a5d9ca660664d03 | How is non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) staged using the TNM system? | The most common way to stage your NSCLC tumor is by using the TNM system with the numbers X, 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4 after each letter. Number and letter combinations describe: Your tumor's width measured in centimeters, or if it's too tiny to be measured at all Where your tumor is located in your lung If there's more than on... |
645d5331d413d2adf83cd4c15a0a0499 | What medicines are used to treat moderate to severe cancer pain? | Moderate to Severe Pain Narcotic pain relievers: These drugs include codeine, morphine ( Kadian, MS Contin), hydrocodone ( Hysingla, Lortab, Norco, Vicodin, Zohydro ER), hydromorphone ( Dilaudid, Exalgo), fentanyl ( Duragesic), oxycodone ( Oxy Contin), and tramadol. Narcotic pain relievers require a prescription and ma... |
070be086219b6c7c51717c3d3d0d2526 | What causes cancer pain, and what do the symptoms depend on? | There are many causes of cancer pain, but often cancer pain occurs when a tumor presses on nerves or body organs or when cancer cells invade bones or body organs. Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery also may cause pain. The symptoms of cancer pain vary from person to person. The amount of pain... |
2332250d969a664f709dbcf921be8fd6 | When can I expect pain from my cancer, and whatâs the best way to control it? | The majority of people with cancer will experience pain at some time or another. The pain can result from the cancer itself, or from the cancer's treatment. In addition, some people who have been cured of their cancer can continue to suffer from pain. Cancer pain, or the discomfort that stems from cancer and its treatm... |
a51dd1f39270d98c06cd3d2d3b789e78 | How can I make sure my partner is free of hepatitis before we have sex? | There is no surefire symptom or sign to indicate that someone has hepatitis. Some infected people look perfectly healthy even in advanced stages of illness. Experts recommend talking openly with sex partners about the risk of hepatitis and other sexually transmitted infections. Of course, if you notice that someone has... |
b0fd58c9691006b833d95622a5f45f57 | Can you get hepatitis through kissing? | Catching hepatitis by kissing an infected person is unlikely -- although deep kissing that involves the exchange of large amounts of saliva might result in HBV, especially if there are cuts or abrasions in the mouth of the infected person. |
4a200ccdc98633dafc14d129133162dd | How effective are condoms at stopping hepatitis transmission? | Latex condoms are believed to be at least 99% effective. Unless you're in a mutually monogamous relationship, it's best to use a condom in every sexual encounter. Some experts recommend sticking with a plain condom. Flavored or scented condoms may be more likely to fail. Don't use an oil-based lubricant, as it can degr... |
59d83e39e7fc507cbedb2ef3ca6efc22 | How many types of hepatitis that lead to liver problems? | Scientists have identified at least five types of viral hepatitis that lead to liver problems. In the U. S., the main threats are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C. Can all types be spread by sexual contact? |
7c474c1cd8b74125c88030c95c34b63e | What are some sex acts that are more likely to transmit hepatitis? | Any sexual activity that might cause abrasions, cuts, or other trauma is especially risky. Anal sex is thought to be more risky than vaginal sex. And both forms of sex are more risky than oral sex. Oral-anal contact is also risky. To minimize the risk of viral transmission, experts say that any sexually active person n... |
d119f12c5e60996459fd1f68d8293b21 | How is hepatitis C (HCV) commonly transmitted? | But the liver-destroying disease can also sometimes be spread through sexual contact. Hepatitis C ( HCV) is spread through contact with an infected person's blood -- which may be present because of genital sores or cuts or menstruation. |
ac7d57c7ca0372bc83e3034089b4d4d8 | What are lysosomal storage disorders? | Lysosomal storage disorders are a group of more than 50 rare diseases. They affect the lysosome -- a structure in your cells that breaks down substances such as proteins, carbohydrates, and old cell parts so the body can recycle them. People with these disorders are missing important enzymes (proteins that speed up rea... |
5daef2ecf70083cea4e479530649b345 | What is metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD)? | People with these disorders are missing important enzymes (proteins that speed up reactions in the body). Symptoms start in the first few months of life and include: Muscle weakness Stiff limbs Trouble walking Vision and hearing loss Muscle spasms Seizures Metachromatic leukodystrophy ( MLD): You can get MLD if you don... |
008add26ccf440007616a1e820e93d6f | How are lysosomal storage disorders diagnosed? | People with these disorders are missing important enzymes (proteins that speed up reactions in the body). Other symptoms include: A red spot in the back of the eye Vision and hearing loss Seizures Most lysosomal storage disorders are passed down from parents to their children. Usually, a child has to inherit the faulty... |
3def11ebe145644f4d21f99391c54988 | What is mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS)? | People with these disorders are missing important enzymes (proteins that speed up reactions in the body). Symptoms can include: Loss of feeling in the hands and feet Seizures Trouble walking and talking Vision and hearing loss Mucopolysaccharidosis ( MPS): This a group of diseases that affects enzymes that break down c... |
0b23b729d4516a8502637a34be1f2bb5 | How does Tay-Sachs disease affect the lysosome? | People with these disorders are missing important enzymes (proteins that speed up reactions in the body). Symptoms include: Severe muscle weakness Poor muscle tone Lack of growth and weight gain in infants An enlarged heart, liver, or tongue Tay- Sachs disease: This is caused by a lack of the enzyme hexosaminidases A (... |
97fc8229b6145ef297a8791e5687ef30 | How do lysosomal storage disorders happen? | People with these disorders are missing important enzymes (proteins that speed up reactions in the body). Other symptoms include: A red spot in the back of the eye Vision and hearing loss Seizures Most lysosomal storage disorders are passed down from parents to their children. Usually, a child has to inherit the faulty... |
1bc55da0cf06e7d82e639690bd445e4f | How are lysosomal storage disorders treated? | People with these disorders are missing important enzymes (proteins that speed up reactions in the body). Though there isn't a cure for lysosomal storage disorders, a few treatments can help. Enzyme replacement therapy delivers the missing enzyme through a vein ( IV). Substrate reduction therapy reduces the substance t... |
e1585e9de4520982634c16c0a8e4c25a | What is Krabbe disease? | People with these disorders are missing important enzymes (proteins that speed up reactions in the body). In general, symptoms include: Anemia (low red blood cell count) Enlarged spleen and liver Easy bleeding and bruising Tiredness Bone pain and fractures Joint pain Eye problems Seizures Krabbe disease: This affects t... |
34ec0d55d7e68331f2ece95fa204ebb9 | What is Gaucher disease? | People with these disorders are missing important enzymes (proteins that speed up reactions in the body). This enzyme breaks down a fat called glucocerebroside. Without GBA, the fat builds up in the spleen, liver, and bone marrow. Gaucher disease comes in three types, each with different symptoms. In general, symptoms ... |
6fda8412a8d0d12c674f4d34dabd067d | What is Pompe disease? | People with these disorders are missing important enzymes (proteins that speed up reactions in the body). Symptoms of Niemann- Pick include: An enlarged liver and spleen Trouble moving your eyes up and down Jaundice (yellow skin and eyes) Slow development Breathing problems Heart disease Pompe disease: It affects the e... |
d8cfd9dd66b17a38781f5e5c32a006b8 | What antihistamine pills can children take for allergies? | Over-the-counter oral antihistamines include: Cetirizine ( Zyrtec) Diphenhydramine ( Benadryl) Fexofenadine ( Allegra) Loratadine ( Alavert, Claritin) Steroid nose sprays fight inflammation and help your child breathe better. |
f227cc2119b9b728a7a0cd15797dfd2a | How effective is singulair in treating my child's allergies? | It can also make his eyes itchy and watery. They reduce mucus, itching, and congestion. It eases congestion in the nose and also cuts down on sneezing, itching, and eye allergies. Prescription eyedrops can relieve and prevent itchy eyes. |
784898fabcec8e3ef788c5a399875591 | Can antihistamines help my child's allergies? | That's what makes his nose stuffy or runny. It can also make his eyes itchy and watery. Like their name suggests, they block the effect of histamine. Things to Know: Some are short-acting and are taken every 4 to 6 hours. Longer-acting timed-release ones are taken every 12 to 24 hours. Some medicines combine an antihis... |
d12c81955a226b5c5258bbb08f0a1c84 | When is the best time to give children allergy medicine? | Most experts say you should take these meds before symptoms start in order to keep them at bay. Ask your pediatrician whether you should give your child allergy medicine: Before bed. Allergy symptoms are often worse between 4 a.m. and 6 a.m. If your child is allergic to pollen, you may want to start an antihistamine be... |
4b7cd37a531ac529a4260939bdaa6c38 | Can children use eyedrops for allergies? | Examples of prescription-strength ones include: Azelastine ( Astelin, Astepro) nasal sprays Desloratadine ( Clarinex) Hydroxyzine ( Atarax, Vistaril) Most eyedrops are recommended only for children over 3. Common prescription ones include: Azelastine ( Optivar) eyedrops Olopatadine HCL ( Pataday, Patanol) An over-the-c... |
3944712f587a3f703cd2a638167f015f | Can children use steroid nose sprays for allergies? | Over-the-counter oral antihistamines include: Cetirizine ( Zyrtec) Diphenhydramine ( Benadryl) Fexofenadine ( Allegra) Loratadine ( Alavert, Claritin) Steroid nose sprays fight inflammation and help your child breathe better. They can be liquids or aerosol puffs, and they're used once or more a day. For best results: M... |
d5ef99b88ece935fc7c60085d7e6856d | What are symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome? | after usual physical or mental activity Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep Along with the three symptoms, you must have one of these for a diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome: Problems with thinking and memory Worsening of symptoms while standing or sitting upright ; you might feel lightheaded, dizzy or weak, a... |
7cde3bbc149ee29674442e93cb80b72c | What are less common symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome? | after usual physical or mental activity Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep Along with the three symptoms, you must have one of these for a diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome: Problems with thinking and memory Worsening of symptoms while standing or sitting upright ; you might feel lightheaded, dizzy or weak, a... |
935ef2f1da10ac9032e3f16f169619a9 | Are ear infections reversible? | If you have one, you may notice mild hearing loss, as if you were wearing earplugs. An infection usually happens when fluid gets stuck in your middle ear. That's because the fluid makes it easier for bacteria to grow. Viruses can also cause hearing loss. Some ear infections get better on their own. Your doctor may pres... |
8c77aef70180a5d53eba2cc5777f43e5 | Is sudden sensorineural hearing loss reversible? | This happens when you lose all or part of your hearing (usually in just one ear) all at once or over a few days. About half of people with the condition regain their hearing on their own, but sometimes it doesn't come back completely. It usually gets better in a week or two. It is critical to see an ear, nose and throa... |
4cdb88bd80be2b70a26b439574a2ba31 | Can my hearing loss be reversed? | You may first pick up on it if you have trouble hearing someone on the phone or if you have to ask people to repeat what they say. But there are ways to work around age-related hearing loss, like hearing aids. |
734f383df54db7496ab4e7ba276030d9 | Is age-related hearing loss reversible? | Some forms of hearing loss aren't reversible, but many are. That'll make it hard for you to hear. If you have one, you may notice mild hearing loss, as if you were wearing earplugs. Viruses can also cause hearing loss. |
7f2169c0636dfdb6020f7bb427d9d356 | Is earwax buildup reversible? | If you use cotton swabs to clean them, you may be pushing the wax in deeper. This can make it gather and get stuck. That'll make it hard for you to hear. It's not hard to treat that buildup and get your hearing back. Home treatments work well in most cases. Put a few drops of mineral oil or baby oil in the ear to help ... |
cc3d2ad7ca792b2b1fc8aa8bcc27df34 | What other disorders are tied to bipolar disorder? | Typically, these are alcohol and drug abuse, an anxiety disorder, an eating disorder, or a personality disorder. An estimated 60% of all people with bipolar disorder have drug or alcohol problems. Drug abuse can mimic the symptoms of depression or mania, making it important to treat substance abuse problems in order to... |
5d2cfcf63ff61a92ca06a3e2d5dae62a | How does sleep help with bipolar disorder? | A key part of adapting is to understand the types of stressors that might increase the risk for manic or depressive episodes and the lifestyle changes that can reduce them. Maintain a regular sleep pattern. Go to bed and wake up around the same times each day. |
a2fc6bf1af01da5f05daa8ae0a2b9992 | Will a support group help treat bipolar disorder? | You may feel less isolated as a result. Family members and friends may also benefit from a support group. They can gain a better understanding of the illness, share their concerns, and learn how to best support loved ones with bipolar disorder. |
1544b432ae5e40f23cbfff2d1681c3e4 | How can adapting help me manage my bipolar disorder? | This can help you avoid embarrassing behavior during manic episodes and set realistic goals for treatment. Your doctor can help you prepare for possible future episodes and manage fear about having more. A key part of adapting is to understand the types of stressors that might increase the risk for manic or depressive ... |
6e093943f8731013b4e843ddca7721f2 | What are the types of psychotherapy used to treat bipolar disorder? | Psychotherapy, or "talk" therapy, is an important part of treatment for bipolar disorder. During therapy, you can discuss feelings, thoughts, and behaviors that cause you problems. Interpersonal therapy. This involves relationships and aims to reduce strains that the illness may place upon them. Social rhythm therapy. ... |
7044d445e2d3353fd9de8bb7a96fb4db | What is psychotherapy for bipolar disorder? | During therapy, you can discuss feelings, thoughts, and behaviors that cause you problems. Talk therapy can help you understand and hopefully master any problems that hurt your ability to function well in your life and career. It also helps you stay on your medication. It can help you maintain a positive self-image. Ed... |
a1fc02b129832cf4794b33f68908152a | What can you do on your own to treat depression? | No matter what your treatment includes, your doctor may also suggest you do some things your own, such get more exercise, eat better, and lose weight. All of these can help your mood. It's also important that you get enough sleep. If you're having problems sleeping, let your doctor know. It may also help to cut back on... |
b09910bc5d4eabe80ddf73bf73f48cdb | How long does psychotherapy treatment for depression last? | While your medications take time to work, a mental health professional can: Show you how your thoughts, emotions, and behavior affect your condition Help you manage stress Offer ways to improve your dealings with other people Help you spot early signs of a problem and get help Help you confront and overcome fears that ... |
a319f1e1e55873e9feb2c16d82ffff0b | How does electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) help with depression? | While your medications take time to work, a mental health professional can: Show you how your thoughts, emotions, and behavior affect your condition Help you manage stress Offer ways to improve your dealings with other people Help you spot early signs of a problem and get help Help you confront and overcome fears that ... |
5751a4020a74d80254e6605d7584b736 | What are the pros and cons of gastric bypass surgery for type 2 diabetes? | Gastric bypass (also called Roux-en- Y gastric bypass) The surgeon makes a small stomach pouch by dividing the top of the stomach from the rest of it. When you eat, food goes to the small pouch and bypasses the top of the small intestine. The result: You get full faster and absorb fewer calories and nutrients. Pros: Up... |
c97ae7ed192cffad8de4857ccd8db285 | Are there different types of weight loss surgery for type 2 diabetes? | Some help you lose weight by shrinking the size of your stomach so you feel full after small meals. Others change the way your body absorbs calories, nutrients, and vitamins. Still others do both. Cons: Sometimes there are problems with the band. |
ecec655b21523e4921c8512e8bb633a9 | What can trigger benign paroxysmal positional vertigo? | There are any number of ways you could trigger BPPV: Rolling over in bed Getting in and out of bed Bending over Tipping your head back Quick head movements If you move one of these ways and find yourself dizzy or it seems as though the room is spinning, you may have BPPV. Other symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and lo... |
315fe557021bbeea5905b9d149b96d0b | When might you need surgery for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo? | In very rare cases, you might need surgery to cure the problem. It involves plugging part of your inner ear to prevent the small calcium crystals from moving in your ear canal. Surgery carries a small chance of complications, including loss of hearing. |
49b9acc8f29b4191c98d75c6f52881d2 | What can you do at home to treat benign paroxysmal positional vertigo? | Even after successful treatment for your BPPV, it can come back. However, you can come up with a plan at home to help keep future bouts at bay. You should: Be aware of your chances of falling. Sit down at once if you feel dizzy. Use good lighting if you get up at night. |
a89e1956082f08fa438a6d2e0e807ee5 | How is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo diagnosed? | Your doctor will ask questions about your general health and your symptoms. She will also look for the telltale eye movement of nystagmus. She may ask you to lie on your back on a table with your head tilted back off it. This is to show whether you can control your eye movements. Your doctor also will look to see if sy... |
1c54d8692ae3409be02556a6ec8b6b4c | When should you immediately call your doctor about benign paroxysmal positional vertigo? | Call your doctor at once if you're dizzy or: A new or severe headache sets in. |
e23f76179cb9c0c100ef48a31921ea94 | How is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo treated? | Your doctor may be able to stop your BPPV with a treatment in the office that moves the loose crystals in your ear into a spot that will cause less trouble. To do this, she most likely will use the Epley maneuver. A less common action -- at least in the U. S. -- is the Semont maneuver. Each one takes about 15 minutes. |
a47340182dbf347205819c663a884689 | When should you call your doctor about benign paroxysmal positional vertigo? | Other causes include: Having your head in the same position for a long time -- at the dentist's office or the hairdresser, for instance High-intensity aerobics Riding a bike over rough trails An inner-ear disorder such as Meniere's disease Being in the hospital or on bed rest at home for a long time A certain type of m... |
7907e687238f4bdec203764779b1e114 | What should you expect to have when you get benign paroxysmal positional vertigo? | Usually, you can expect to have rhythmic eye movements when you get BPPV. Your doctor might call this ânystagmus,â and it's what she'll likely look for if she thinks you have vertigo. |
823c7bd7cbde16c517a98d75a0b71c85 | What are specific instructions after treatment for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo? | You will need someone to drive you. These may include: Sleeping with your head at a 45-degree angle -- either in a recliner or propped up on a sofa -- for 2 nights. Keeping your head vertical for 2 days. You may have to avoid certain exercises and modify your movements during shaving and washing your hair. For a week, ... |
7fcaadae76ce718e33bb33d0780cd927 | Can mitral valve regurgitation cause fatigue and shortness of breath? | That's mitral valve regurgitation. These can vary from person to person, but you may find yourself feeling some of the following: Fatigue and shortness of breath: The blood coming through the left side of your heart fuels your body, bringing oxygen from your lungs to your cells. If some of that blood is flowing back in... |
129fa804fd1a9947df289470458eb70d | What are the symptoms of mitral valve regurgitation? | Some people with this condition may not feel any symptoms while others may have chest pain, shortness of breath, an irregular heartbeat, or dizziness, among other things. Some cases are mild and just need to be watched. Others are more severe and may require medications or surgery. You need to make sure your doctor kno... |
1126364d80629dd1ffa29ba862f9ce0e | What is the goal of glioblastoma treatment? | The goal of glioblastoma treatment is to slow and control tumor growth and help you live as comfortably and as well as possible. |
d9677088d6260de8eb602ca17f3e3469 | How is surgery used to treat glioblastoma? | There are four treatments, and many people get more than one type: Surgery is the first treatment. The surgeon tries to remove as much of the tumor as possible. In high-risk areas of the brain, it may not be possible to remove all of it. |
a115620a960824164b52b9dbaad6bb76 | How is electric field therapy used to treat glioblastoma? | Electric field therapy uses electrical fields to target cells in the tumor while not hurting normal cells. To do this, doctors put electrodes directly on the scalp. The device is called Optune. You get it with chemotherapy after surgery and radiation. The FDA has approved it for both newly diagnosed people and people w... |
b5297ee009f581a8d4a7cc8a85604c3f | How is radiation used to treat glioblastoma? | Radiation is used to kill as many leftover tumor cells as possible after surgery. It can also slow the growth of tumors that can't be removed by surgery. |
88a9d11062e330c94dcbb4a1219c520c | What is palliative care like for glioblastoma? | It includes taking care of your pain and the emotions you may be dealing with, as well as other symptoms from your cancer. The goal is to improve the quality of your life. You may also want to ask your doctor if there's a clinical trial that would be a good fit for you. |
99376abb4728240923c57b2f70b47c87 | How common is glioblastoma? | And when they do happen, about 4 out of 5 aren't glioblastomas. Men are more likely to get them than women. And chances go up with age. Doctors diagnose about 14,000 glioblastoma cases in the U. S. each year. |
ec0ce7d90f22cc1600c16d7ef55d5fde | How is a glioblastoma diagnosed? | Depending on where the tumor is, it can cause: Constant headaches Seizures Vomiting Trouble thinking Changes in mood or personality Double or blurred vision Trouble speaking A neurologist (a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating brain disorders) will give you a complete exam. You may get an MRI or CT scan a... |
1fcd0085b30454230cc4163afed5309b | What are the symptoms of glioblastoma? | And it is usually very aggressive, which means it can grow fast and spread quickly. Depending on where the tumor is, it can cause: Constant headaches Seizures Vomiting Trouble thinking Changes in mood or personality Double or blurred vision Trouble speaking A neurologist (a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and trea... |
4fe5afc70b5cd8d83a643320af344989 | Where does glioblastoma form in the brain? | Glioblastoma is a type of brain cancer. It's the most common type of malignant brain tumor among adults. And it is usually very aggressive, which means it can grow fast and spread quickly. In high-risk areas of the brain, it may not be possible to remove all of it. |
96ebde4f7169b994bf8d5ebd46741d7b | How are glioblastoma regrowths often treated? | You get it with chemotherapy after surgery and radiation. Doctors often can't predict what someone's life expectancy will be if they have a glioblastoma. |
81edf5e30610c0858e19489826b796bc | Should I tell my doctor if I am taking tribulus? | Be sure to tell your doctor about any you're taking, even if they're natural. That way, your doctor can check on any potential side effects or interactions with medications, foods, or other herbs and supplements. He or she can let you know if the supplement may be risky for you. The U. S. Food and Drug Administration (... |
b4e22b392eb8859be6365929023bceed | What medicines should you not take with tribulus? | But tribulus has been known to interact with certain medications. Do not take if you are taking heart and blood pressure medicines. such as: Beta-blockers Digoxin Calcium channel blockers Diuretics ACE inhibitors Nitrates If you are taking diabetes medications, tribulus might decrease your blood sugars to dangerously l... |
26ecfeb271fa28b66b72e4759a19c11d | What is tribulus terrestris? | It is also called puncture vine. The spine-covered fruit should be eaten with caution. |
79ed9cd62b9b85546215288a25e6c0d0 | How effective is garcinia cambogia for weight loss? | A review published in the Journal of Obesityfound that people who took garcinia cambogia in studies lost about 2 pounds more than people who didn't take it. The reviewers couldn't say for sure that the weight loss was because of the supplement. It could have been from the lower-calorie diet and exercise programs the pe... |
9c508806c60882dd9eb71c42429e3ad4 | What has bad interactions with the use of garcinia cambogia? | Garcinia cambogia may interact badly with: Asthma and allergy medicines such as Accolate and Singulair Diabetes medicines, including pills and insulin Iron, for anemia Pain medicines Prescriptions for psychiatric conditions Statins, drugs that lower cholesterol Warfarin, a blood thinner You definitely don't want to use... |
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