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What is the treatment for pancreatic cancer?
Symptoms of pancreatic cancer include: Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes) Pain in the upper or middle abdomen and back Unexplained weight loss Loss of appetite Fatigue Depression The factors which could put you at risk for developing pancreatic cancer include: Smoking Chronic pancreatitis (inflamma...
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What tests are used to diagnose pancreatic cancer?
Symptoms of pancreatic cancer include: Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes) Pain in the upper or middle abdomen and back Unexplained weight loss Loss of appetite Fatigue Depression The factors which could put you at risk for developing pancreatic cancer include: Smoking Chronic pancreatitis (inflamma...
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Who can get canker sores?
Canker sores appear most commonly in adolescents and young adults, often occurring during times of stress. They are also more likely to appear around a women's menstrual period, and there is a greater likelihood of having canker sores if a parent also has them.
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What mental health conditions may accompany stress and ADHD?
ADHD may also be accompanied by other mental health conditions -- conditions that are also linked to stress including: Depression Negative thoughts Anxiety Difficulty sleeping Are these conditions secondary to ADHD or themselves causes of stress? No one knows for sure, but it's important to address stress, in addition ...
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What are some healthy steps for managing ADHD and stress?
Maintain overall health Staying healthy helps you manage ADHD better and also helps your body respond more readily to any extra stress. Children, teens, and adults with ADHD can all take these steps to maintain health: Minimize your intake of caffeine or nicotine. Eat a balanced diet. Exercise regularly. Get enough sle...
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When should I be worried about ADHD-associated stress?
Stress becomes bad when it overwhelms your ability to act. When stress levels remain high for long periods, problems like depression and heart disease can result.
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How does taking control of situations affect ADHD-related stress?
Take control of your life wherever you can This can be especially helpful to children and teens who often feel lack of control of their ADHD. Older children and teens, for example, should be part of any school planning team that reviews the student's educational needs and plans. Adults may want to learn how to make ADH...
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How can I remove stressors to treat ADHD?
Remove stressors when appropriate Some stressors can simply be removed or avoided altogether. For example, for a child with ADHD, you may want to schedule play dates with only one other child and monitor the play closely. A teen or adult may want to cut back on extra activities during stressful times.
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How do stress management skills help with ADHD?
Learn stress management skills You can learn skills to deal more effectively or minimize stress. Here are some areas to consider: Strategies for dealing with or avoiding stressful situations Developing more effective problem-solving skills Improving communication skills Learning to speak up for yourself and your needs ...
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What are some support systems people with ADHD can use to deal with stress?
Seek out support Friends, family, others with ADHD, and mental health professionals who understand ADHD can all help children, teens, and adults deal with stress. Here are some suggestions: Teens and adults can benefit from working with an ADHD coach, a professional organizer, or a job coach. Connect with groups that p...
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What are common questions about ADHD and stress?
Does ADHD cause stress? Can stress cause ADHD? Is living with ADHD just a vicious cycle? How can the cycle be interrupted?
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Is it okay to feel stressed with ADHD?
Everyone feels stress. Stress helps you focus on something that requires your attention -- and that's good. It can make you work harder and react quicker.
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How can I reduce stress associated with my ADHD?
Talk to your doctor before making any changes to your treatment plan.
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What other health problems could arise with ADHD and stress?
ADHD symptoms can lead to frustration and feelings of loss of control and hopelessness -- a sure set-up for daily stress. If you have ADHD and a lot of unmanaged stress, it could raise your risk of some health problems and worsen symptoms of others, including: Tics or Tourette's syndrome Depression or anxiety attacks F...
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Why do ADHD and stress often go together and what is the risk of having both?
ADHD symptoms can lead to frustration and feelings of loss of control and hopelessness -- a sure set-up for daily stress. If you have ADHD and a lot of unmanaged stress, it could raise your risk of some health problems and worsen symptoms of others, including: Tics or Tourette's syndrome Depression or anxiety attacks F...
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Where can one go for support with ADHD-related stress?
Can stress cause ADHD? Here are some suggestions: Teens and adults can benefit from working with an ADHD coach, a professional organizer, or a job coach. Connect with groups that provide ADHD information and support. If you're not sure where to go for support, here are some places to start: Attention Deficit Disorder R...
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What are some selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants?
Nevertheless, your doctor may prescribe newer antidepressants known as SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) for treating depression in bipolar disorder -- along with lithium or other mood stabilizing drugs such as valproate, carbamazepine or an atypical antipsychotic. If and when an antidepressant is effecti...
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How quickly will SSRI antidepressants for bipolar disorder work?
Most antidepressants take several weeks to start working. Though the first one that is prescribed works in the majority of people, others may need to try two or three to find the right one. Your doctor may also prescribe a sedative to help relieve anxiety, agitation, or sleep problems while the antidepressant begins to...
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What are common side effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants?
Nevertheless, your doctor may prescribe newer antidepressants known as SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) for treating depression in bipolar disorder -- along with lithium or other mood stabilizing drugs such as valproate, carbamazepine or an atypical antipsychotic. Common SSRI side effects may include: Na...
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What are risks of taking selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants for bipolar disorder?
Nevertheless, your doctor may prescribe newer antidepressants known as SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) for treating depression in bipolar disorder -- along with lithium or other mood stabilizing drugs such as valproate, carbamazepine or an atypical antipsychotic. Common SSRI side effects may include: Na...
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What are side effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants for bipolar depression?
This class of antidepressants includes: citalopram ( Celexa) escitalopram ( Lexapro) fluoxetine ( Prozac) fluvoxamine ( Luvox) paroxetine ( Paxil) sertraline( Zoloft) Vilazodone ( Viibryd) and vortioxetine ( Trintellix, formerly called Brintellix) are two newer antidepressants that affect the serotonin transporter as w...
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Do selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressants work for bipolar disorder?
Traditional antidepressants are considered "experimental" for treating bipolar depression in that none has been proven to be more effective than a placebo (sugar pill) in bipolar I disorder. Nevertheless, your doctor may prescribe newer antidepressants known as SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) for treati...
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How can I control animal dander?
It may (but does not always) help to wash the animal at least once a week to remove excess dander and collected pollens. Never allow the pet into the allergic child's bedroom. If you don't already own a pet and your child has asthma, consult your child's doctor if you're considering getting one.
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What are some basic things to know when you and your doctor are coming up with your child's asthma treatment plan?
Developing an effective medication plan to control a child's asthma can take a little time and trial and error. Different drugs work more or less effectively for different kinds of asthma, and some drug combinations work well for some children but not for others. There are two main categories of asthma medications: qui...
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Why are warning signs important for children with asthma?
Parents with very young children who can't talk often find early warning signs very helpful in predicting and preventing attacks. And early warning signs can be helpful for older children and even teenagers because they can learn to sense little changes in themselves.
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How do I identify asthma triggers and symptoms in children?
Keep a record of when symptoms occur and how long they last. Once patterns are discovered, some of the triggers can be avoided through environmental control measures, which are steps to reduce exposure to a child's allergy triggers. Talk with your doctor about starting with environmental control measures that will limi...
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How can I control irritants that trigger asthma?
To control irritants: Do not smoke (or allow others to smoke) at home, even when a child is not present. Do not burn wood fires in fireplaces or wood stoves. Avoid strong odors from paint, perfume, hair spray, disinfectants, chemical cleaners, air fresheners, and glues.
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Why is it important to learn more about asthma and its triggers?
Learning more about asthma and asthma treatment is the secret to successful asthma control. There are several organizations you can contact for information, videos, books, educational video games, and pamphlets.
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What can you do about outdoor asthma triggers for children?
Outdoor controls When mold or pollen counts are high, give your child medications recommended by your doctor (usually an antihistamine like Zyrtec or Claritin) before going outdoors. After playing outdoors, the child should bathe and change clothes. Drive with the car windows shut and air conditioning on during mold an...
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What are a few ways to control dust mites?
The following are suggested environmental control measures for different allergens and irritants: Indoor controls To control dust mites: Use only polyester-filled pillows and comforters (never feather or down). Use mite-proof covers (available at allergy supply stores) over pillows and mattresses. Keep covers clean by ...
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How can I control pollens and molds?
To control pollens and molds: Ventilate bathrooms, basements, and other damp places where mold can grow. Filters should be changed per the manufacturer's recommendations. Avoid wallpaper and carpets in bathrooms because mold can grow under them. Use bleach to kill mold in bathrooms. Keep windows and doors shut during p...
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What are asthma triggers in children?
Triggers are the factors that irritate the airways and cause asthma symptoms. Triggers can change seasonally and as a child grows older. Some common triggers are cigarette smoke, allergens like dust, dust mites, and pet dander, viral infections, irritants like strong perfumes, exercise, breathing cold air, and weather ...
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What does the hepatitis C virus cause?
It's caused by the hepatitis C virus. About 3.9 million people in the U. S. have the disease. But it causes few symptoms, so most of them don't know.
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What are the forms of the hepatitis C virus?
There are many forms of the hepatitis C virus, or HCV. The most common in the U. S. is type 1. None is more serious than any other, but they respond differently to treatment.
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Who should get tested for hepatitis C?
You can be exposed to the virus from: Sharing injection drugs and needles Having sex, especially if you have an STD, an HIV infection, several partners, or have rough sex Being stuck by infected needles Birth -- a mother can pass it to a child Sharing personal care items like toothbrushes, razor blades, and nail clippe...
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How is hepatitis C diagnosed?
If your antibody test is positive, you'll get this test: HCV RNA: It measures the number of viral RNA (genetic material from the hepatitis virus) particles in your blood.
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What are the symptoms of hepatitis C?
But between 2 weeks and 6 months after the virus enters your bloodstream, you could notice: Clay-colored poop Dark urine Fever Fatigue Jaundice (a condition that causes yellow eyes and skin, as well as dark urine) Joint pain Loss of appetite Nausea Stomach pain Vomiting Symptoms usually last for 2 to 12 weeks. This com...
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How can you get hepatitis C?
The virus spreads through an infected person's blood or body fluids. You can be exposed to the virus from: Sharing injection drugs and needles Having sex, especially if you have an STD, an HIV infection, several partners, or have rough sex Being stuck by infected needles Birth -- a mother can pass it to a child Sharing...
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How is hepatitis C treated?
The most common in the U. S. is type 1. But hepatitis C treatments have changed a lot in recent years. Ledipasvir-sofosbuvir ( Harvoni). This once-daily pill cures the disease in most people in 8-12 weeks. Elbasvir-grazoprevir ( Zepatier). This once-daily pill has cured the disease in as many as 97% of those treated.
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What does treatment of hepatitis C depend on?
There are many forms of the hepatitis C virus, or HCV. The most common in the U. S. is type 1. Your doctor will make sure you get regular screenings because there are usually no symptoms in the early stages.
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Are there any long-term effects of hepatitis C?
Now you're more likely to get one of these medications: Daclastasvir ( Daklinza). The most common effects of hepatitis C drugs depend on the medicine and often include: Flu-like symptoms Fatigue Hair loss Headache Low blood counts Trouble thinking Nervousness Depression About 75% to 85% of people who have it get a long...
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How can you prevent hepatitis C infection?
The results can be: Nonreactive, or negative: That may mean you don't have hep C. If you've been exposed in the last 6 months, you'll need to be retested. They usually show up 1-2 weeks after you're infected. The most common effects of hepatitis C drugs depend on the medicine and often include: Flu-like symptoms Fatigu...
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What does a breast surgeon do for breast cancer?
A doctor who specializes in the surgical removal of breast tumors and lymph nodes while saving as much of the breast as possible. These doctors may also do biopsies to diagnose or treat the cancer.
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What does a plastic surgeon do for breast cancer?
A surgeon who specializes in breast reconstruction.
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What does a pathologist for breast cancer do?
A doctor who checks tissue samples under a microscope. They decide whether cancer is present, its size, whether the surgery removed all the cancer, and how many lymph nodes have cancer, if any.
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What does a surgical oncologist for breast cancer do?
Surgical oncologists perform biopsies and other operations such as removing a lump or a breast. These doctors have completed their general surgery training and have received additional training in surgical oncology.
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What does a radiation oncologist for breast cancer do?
A doctor trained in treating cancer with radiation.
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What other health care professionals may be involved in your breast cancer treatment?
Radiation oncologist. A doctor trained in treating cancer with radiation. Other health care professionals may be involved in your breast cancer treatment, including: Oncology nurses who have special skills and pass a certifying test Radiation technologist who helps place you in the correct treatment position and delive...
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Should you look for a board-certified breast cancer specialist?
For example, there is no board certification for breast cancer surgery. Surgeons performing breast cancer surgery should be board-certified in general surgery, which gives them the basic skills needed to perform breast surgery. If doctors practice in specialties that do not have national boards, additional training suc...
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What is the role of surgical oncologist in treating breast cancer?
A doctor who specializes in the surgical treatment of cancer. Surgical oncologists perform biopsies and other operations such as removing a lump or a breast. These doctors have completed their general surgery training and have received additional training in surgical oncology.
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What is a radiation oncologist?
A doctor trained in treating cancer with radiation.
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What breast cancer specialties don't have board certifications?
But some of the specialties that are important in cancer treatment don't have board certifications. Doctors who practice in these specialties are board-certified in a broader field. For example, there is no board certification for breast cancer surgery. Surgeons performing breast cancer surgery should be board-certifie...
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What does a radiologist do if you have breast cancer?
A doctor who is trained in reading X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds, and other forms of imaging that look into the body.
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What is a medical oncologist?
A doctor who specializes in the medical treatment of cancer. Medical oncologists have a thorough knowledge of how cancers behave and grow and how to use medication to treat them. They also figure out the risk of the breast cancer coming back, as well as the need for more treatments (such as chemotherapy, hormonal thera...
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What does a radiologist do for breast cancer?
A doctor who is trained in reading X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds, and other forms of imaging that look into the body.
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What is the role of a pathologist in treating breast cancer?
A doctor who checks tissue samples under a microscope. They decide whether cancer is present, its size, whether the surgery removed all the cancer, and how many lymph nodes have cancer, if any.
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What does a breast surgeon do for someone with breast cancer?
A doctor who specializes in the surgical removal of breast tumors and lymph nodes while saving as much of the breast as possible. These doctors may also do biopsies to diagnose or treat the cancer.
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What are breast cancer specialists?
Specialists are doctors who have trained in a specific area of medicine. After finishing the training needed for their specialty, they must pass an exam given by the specialty board. Doctors who pass the national board exams become board-certified specialists. Doctors who have not completed the specialty board exam are...
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What if a doctor's specialty doesn't offer board certification?
If doctors practice in specialties that do not have national boards, additional training such as fellowships and years of experience are usually good measures of their qualifications. Some specialists can subspecialize by completing more training in a particular area. They can sometimes become board-certified in the su...
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How can you find a specialist to treat your breast cancer?
Your primary care doctor may refer you to one or more specialists. You can also get the names of specialists from a medical society, your local hospitals, and medical schools. The American Board of Medical Specialties publishes The Official ABMS Directory of Board Certified Medical Specialists. This lists a specialist'...
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What does a medical oncologist for breast cancer do?
They also figure out the risk of the breast cancer coming back, as well as the need for more treatments (such as chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, or radiation therapy). The medical oncologist manages your overall medical care for cancer and monitors your health during your treatment. They check your progress frequently,...
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What are some tips for choosing the right day care for my loved ones with Alzheimer's disease?
Local churches and senior centers may have a list of nearby programs. You can also check with assisted-living facilities and nursing homes. Find out about the center's application process, who they serve, and take a look at sample menus and activity calendars. Once you've done some basic research, there are a few thing...
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What choosing a day care for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease, what things should I keep in mind when I visit?
Your loved one can go to day care during daytime hours and come home for the night. Find out about the center's application process, who they serve, and take a look at sample menus and activity calendars. Is there a place for people to go when they're sick? What kind of licensing or credentials do the staff have? Do vo...
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What some of the risks of an immunotherapy clinical trial?
Like all medicine, immunotherapy comes with risks. A few to think about before you join a clinical trial: The treatment may not work. There may be unexpected side effects. You may need tests that could be uncomfortable or take a lot of time. Your health insurance may not cover some costs.
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Why should I consider taking part in a clinical trial?
There are many reasons to consider taking part in a clinical trial: You may get it along with other treatments to boost your odds of beating cancer. It has cured some cancers. You have access to a medicine that isn't available to the public. You could help scientists learn more about cancer so they can help more people...
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What are cancer immunotherapy clinical trials?
Several immunotherapy drugs are approved for cancer, and hundreds more are available to those who take part in clinical trials. They happen across the United States and around the world. She can help you weigh the pros and cons and find out if there's an immunotherapy clinical trial near you. The goal is to: Find a saf...
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What inflammatory conditions can glucocorticoids treat?
Glucocorticoids treat many conditions that are caused by inflammation, such as: Asthma Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD) Allergies Rheumatoid arthritis Osteoarthritis Crohn's disease and other types of inflammatory bowel disease Eczema and other skin conditions Multiple sclerosis Tendinitis Lupus Doctors al...
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What are the types of glucocorticoids?
A glucocorticoid is a kind of steroid. The type you need depends on the specific health condition you have. Among the most common ones are: Cortisone: a shot that can ease inflammation in your joints Prednisone and dexamethasone: pills that treat allergies, arthritis, asthma, vision problems, and many other conditions ...
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When should you call a doctor about glucocorticoids?
A glucocorticoid is a kind of steroid. But using them for a long time can cause health problems, including: Osteoporosis, when bones get weaker and break easily High blood pressure Diabetes If you notice any changes in how you feel while you take these drugs, be sure to tell your doctor. If you're pregnant or breastfee...
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How do glucocorticoids work?
Inflammation is your immune system's response to an injury or infection. That means your immune system attacks healthy cells and tissue as if they were viruses or bacteria. Glucocorticoids keep your body from pumping out so many of the chemicals involved in inflammation. They can also dial back your immune system's res...
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Where can you learn more about basal cell carcinoma?
Learn more about basal cell carcinoma, including pictures of skin tumors, on the web site of the American Cancer Society.
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What causes basal cell carcinoma?
Ultraviolet ( UV) rays from the sun or from a tanning bed are the main cause of basal cell carcinoma. When UV rays hit your skin, over time, they can damage the DNA in your skin cells. The DNA holds the code for the way these cells grow. Over time, damage to the DNA can cause cancer to form. The process takes many year...
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How can Crohn's disease affect your mood?
Crohn's disease, like other chronic conditions, may affect your mood. You may feel more stressed or depressed at times. You may have pain, which also affects your emotions. If your condition starts to get to you, look into seeing a counselor and joining a support group.
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How does Crohn's disease affect your body?
Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease. That means that your body's immune system attacks and damages your bowel or gastrointestinal system. It's a chronic, meaning long-term, condition that gets in the way of your body's ability to take in important nutrients. It can also affect the way you digest foo...
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How can you be affected by Crohn's disease?
Each person is different. Your Crohn's disease might: Affect a large part of your gastrointestinal system or only a small part Be mild, moderate, or severe Go long periods without symptoms or flare-ups Be fairly easy to control, or it may be very difficult Go into remission Depending on the way Crohn's affects you and ...
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How can Crohn's disease affect you if you're female?
If you're female, Crohn's could affect your ability to get pregnant. If it isn't well-controlled, it may cause problems once you are pregnant. Your doctor may recommend a C-section if you have certain complications.
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How can Crohn's disease affect your daily activities?
You may want to plan your activities with your Crohn's in mind. For example, know where the closest bathroom is.
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What should you do if you have Crohn's disease?
He can help you understand your condition and provide answers to your questions. It's a good idea to learn all you can about it. Doctors say if these things apply to you at diagnosis, your Crohn's may be more severe if you: Are younger than 40 Have perianal or rectal disease Are taking steroids first thing Smoke Have a...
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How can knowing what to expect with Crohn's disease help?
You've heard and read a lot about it, but you don't really know what to expect. Eye problems: Over time, the inflammation from Crohn's, or sometimes the other complications that come with it, can affect your eyes.
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Is remission possible in Crohn's disease?
With Crohn's, remission is sometimes thought to take place when symptoms go away and ulcers in the colon begin to heal. You may have pain, which also affects your emotions.
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How can Crohn's disease affect your diet?
But you may need to make some adjustments. For instance, if milk products or greasy foods cause diarrhea, don't eat them.
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What are the risks of Crohn's disease?
He can help you understand your condition and provide answers to your questions. Your doctor may recommend a C-section if you have certain complications. Ankylosing spondylitis: This more serious type of spinal arthritis is rare among people with Crohn's, but it can happen. They can: Stop your body from absorbing calci...
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How severe is constipation as a side effect of opioid pain medication?
It can happen any time you're taking the drug. The longer you take the drug, the bigger the chance it will block you up. These messages can make your intestines squeeze on both ends of the stool so that it doesn't go anywhere. Your intestines absorb some of the water from your stool as it moves through your gut.
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How do opioid pain medications cause constipation?
The longer you take the drug, the bigger the chance it will block you up. These messages can make your intestines squeeze on both ends of the stool so that it doesn't go anywhere. Your intestines absorb some of the water from your stool as it moves through your gut.
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What are symptoms of constipation as a side effect from opioids?
The main symptoms of opioid constipation are: Your stools might get hard and dry. You might not get the urge to go as often as before. You may have to push really hard when you go. You might feel like you don't get everything out. Call him right away if you feel severe pain. The longer you take the drug, the bigger the...
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Do people with insomnia have fatigue or sleepiness?
Symptoms of daytime fatigue include: Weariness, weakness, and/or depleted energy Lack of motivation Poor performance Memory problems Lack of productivity Tendency to make errors and mistakes Depression Low interest in being social Fatigue is a more accurate description of what people with insomnia experience. Although ...
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In what ways can insomnia take a toll on your life?
In addition, people with insomnia are more likely to: Miss work Make bad decisions Take more risks Have trouble concentrating Be irritable Be depressed Eat foods high in calories According to experts, chronic insomnia affects one in 10 people.
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What does excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) look like?
They might fall asleep while stopped at a stoplight or sitting in a waiting room. EDS is usually caused by conditions like sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, narcolepsy, neurologic conditions such as Parkinson's disease, as well as many medications. People with daytime fatigue are very tired but usually don't fall asl...
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What does insomnia increase your risk for in terms of health problems?
In addition to causing daytime fatigue, insomnia increases your risk for other health problems, including: Heart disease Stroke High blood pressure Infections Obesity Diabetes Depression Pain Substance abuse Early death Sleep affects our ability to think, react, remember, and solve problems.
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What are symptoms of daytime fatigue?
People with daytime fatigue are very tired but usually don't fall asleep during the day. They struggle to get through a normal day's activities. Symptoms of daytime fatigue include: Weariness, weakness, and/or depleted energy Lack of motivation Poor performance Memory problems Lack of productivity Tendency to make erro...
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How can you get rid of daytime fatigue?
Your first step to getting rid of daytime fatigue is to figure out what's causing it. In addition to insomnia, many other issues can cause fatigue. These include other sleep disorders, diabetes, arthritis, asthma, and chronic fatigue syndrome. These can greatly improve how you feel and function during the day.
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How can insomnia lead to car and workplace accidents?
People with insomnia are more likely than well-rested people to have a car crash due to fatigue. Lack of sleep is also the cause of over 7% of all serious accidents in the workplace. If you have trouble going to sleep or staying asleep, tell the doctor.
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Is a spinal tap safe, or are there side effects?
But just like most tests, there are a few minor risks. These include: Headache. About 10% of people get a spinal headache -- one that gets worse when you sit or stand and feels better instantly when you lie down. If you get one, lie down as much as possible and drink plenty of fluids. Infection. But the risk is very lo...
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What happens after a spinal tap?
You'll need to lie on your back or stomach for a few hours. You also may need to give a sample of your blood for testing, too.
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How does a spinal tap help diagnose multiple sclerosis?
If you have the condition, your CSF (spinal fluid) will have higher amounts of certain proteins. If someone's CSF doesn't have these proteins, though, they might still have multiple sclerosis -- 5% to 10% of people with the condition never show signs in their spinal fluid. Also, these signs can show up in a number of o...
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Should I avoid exercise after a spinal tap?
Avoid intense exercise for a day or so after the procedure.
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When should I call my doctor immediately after a spinal tap?
And if you're allergic to latex or any medications, tell your doctor.
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How important are spinal taps in diagnosing multiple sclerosis?
Also, these signs can show up in a number of other diseases, too. So a spinal tap by itself can't confirm or rule out a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. It must be part of the total picture of testing for the disease.
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What are some minor risks associated with spinal taps?
But just like most tests, there are a few minor risks. These include: Headache. About 10% of people get a spinal headache -- one that gets worse when you sit or stand and feels better instantly when you lie down. If you get one, lie down as much as possible and drink plenty of fluids. Infection. But the risk is very lo...
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What is a spinal tap?
Your brain and spinal cord are bathed in fluid. A spinal tap, also called a lumbar puncture, is a procedure doctors use to remove and test some of this liquid, called cerebrospinal fluid ( CSF). It helps them diagnose disorders of the brain and spinal cord, including multiple sclerosis.