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172b4b60e7aba513a53f78291e19f51f | How can I treat a stye? | Styes: Use warm compresses at home for a few days. |
79f2bfd58b79e79588e4fb6f5433f6e6 | Are there different types of treatment for eye pain? | Just as causes can vary, so do treatments. They target the specific cause of eye pain. |
19056d2b8996fae832eff80de4c18667 | How is iritis treated? | Iritis: The doctor will treat this with steroid, antibiotic, or antiviral eyedrops. |
d49dce5e00d9c9f6e0ce5cd39e52e48d | What is the treatment for optic neuritis? | Optic neuritis: It's treated with corticosteroids. |
b05ea9941a6ded69bff8aee6da32ddec | What is iritis or uveitis? | Iritis or uveitis: An inflammation inside your eye from trauma, infections, or problems with your immune system. Symptoms include pain, red eye, and, often, worse vision. |
8d55268792a4a92022c6e7aacaef8bce | What is optic neuritis? | Optic neuritis: An inflammation of the nerve that travels from the back of the eyeball into your brain. Multiple sclerosis and other conditions or infections are often to blame. Symptoms include loss of vision and sometimes deep discomfort when you look from side to side. |
e1260cf6d6448c6f874145d639545167 | What is a stye? | Stye: This is a tender bump on the edge of your eyelid. It happens when an oil gland, eyelash, or hair follicle gets infected or inflamed. You may hear your doctor call it a chalazion or hordeolum. |
d72a5dfbd84a93e037dcdf310d8f5e29 | What are parts of the eye that can get eye pain? | Sometimes discomfort or pain results from a problem in your eye or the parts around it, such as: Cornea: The clear window in the front of your eye that focuses light Sclera: The whites of your eyes Conjunctiva: The ultra-thin covering of your sclera and the inside of your eyelid Iris: The colored part of your eye, with... |
ce3e7e4a20a1c2a72e291babec125732 | How do you diagnose eye pain? | That puts pressure on your optic nerve. The doctor uses it to diagnose glaucoma. The only way to sort out the causes of eye pain and to get the right treatment is to see a doctor. |
a5e526e16f5e1e5a5920f8a3589bcbec | What is blepharitis? | Blepharitis: An inflammation or infection of the eyelid which typically is not painful Conjunctivitis (pinkeye): This is inflammation of the conjunctiva. This condition is typically not painful. |
6b0e0389968e954d62e1fe340680696d | What are the symptoms of gingivitis? | Over time you may notice: Red, swollen, or purplish gums. Healthy gums should appear pink and firm. Bleeding gums. You may see blood on your toothbrush or when you spit out toothpaste. Sore gums that are tender to the touch If you think you may have gingivitis, you can take some simple steps to reverse it. |
c25a6c0dd0396a14361763309d9ca630 | What role does an endocrinologist play on my diabetes care team? | Endocrinologist: An endocrinologist is a doctor who has special training and experience in treating people with diabetes. You should see yours regularly. |
6fb73e510c6ca1fcfcc756e583bc94d8 | What are some eye, nerve, kidney or cardiovascular problems with diabetes? | Also let your doctor know about any changes in your diet, exercise, or medicines and any new illnesses you may have gotten. Tell your doctor if you've had symptoms of eye, nerve, kidney, or cardiovascular problems such as: Blurred vision Numbness or tingling in your feet Persistent hand, feet, face, or leg swelling Cra... |
3c9592e4d26bd65b7c9b4a712226f084 | What is the podiatrist's role in treating diabetes? | Podiatrist: For anyone with diabetes, which can cause nerve damage in the extremities, foot care is important. A podiatrist is trained to treat feet and problems of the lower legs. These doctors have a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine ( DPM) degree from a college of podiatry. They have also done a residency (hospital train... |
300bbe68595ab95b1d3dbccb68aae1f3 | What role does a nurse educator play on my diabetes care team? | Nurse educator: A diabetes educator or diabetes nurse practitioner is a registered nurse ( RN) with special training and background in caring for and teaching people with diabetes. Nurse educators often help you with the day-to-day aspects of living with diabetes. |
aae184384b9e1195a945248a5885a3ab | What it the dentist's role in treating diabetes? | Dentist: People with diabetes are at somewhat greater, and earlier, risk of gum disease. The excess blood sugar in your mouth makes it a nice home for bacteria, which can lead to infection. You should see your dentist every 6 months. Be sure to tell your dentist that you have diabetes. |
b0f11312ab706ecdf2026c00814ba93a | What role does a podiatrist play on my diabetes care team? | Podiatrist: For anyone with diabetes, which can cause nerve damage in the extremities, foot care is important. A podiatrist is trained to treat feet and problems of the lower legs. |
c0a5382a61e738928aace438381da1ec | What lab tests should diabetes patients have? | Tell your doctor if you've had symptoms of eye, nerve, kidney, or cardiovascular problems such as: Blurred vision Numbness or tingling in your feet Persistent hand, feet, face, or leg swelling Cramping or pain in the legs Chest pain Shortness of breath Numbness or weakness on one side of your body Unusual weight gain W... |
d3b78893a97a4737a400129eba1a5da4 | What is the primary doctor's role in treating diabetes? | Primary doctor: Your primary care doctor is who you see for general checkups and when you get sick. This person is usually an internist or family medicine doctor who has experience treating people with diabetes, too. Because your primary care doctor is your main source of care, he or she will most likely head up your d... |
fa3bb6f6206813610447ea406f667fa4 | What is the nurse educator's role in treating diabetes? | Nurse educator: A diabetes educator or diabetes nurse practitioner is a registered nurse ( RN) with special training and background in caring for and teaching people with diabetes. Nurse educators often help you with the day-to-day aspects of living with diabetes. |
4b586bd2ac0aca04e6773501684ce69d | How can you tell how effective birth control methods are? | Medical: A procedure that changes your body When doctors talk about how effective a birth control method is, sometimes there are different rates when it's used "ideally" -- meaning exactly the way it was designed -- versus how the average person uses it in real life. " Typical" use takes into account that people can't ... |
a9d603297c8ea38aa981f26e44f39c40 | How should you compare birth control methods? | Behavior: Something you or your partner has to do Barrier: Goes on or in your body before you have sex to block the sperm from getting to the egg Hormonal: Changes a woman's body chemistry. ( Depending on the specific hormones, it stops ovaries from releasing eggs, thickens the mucus around your cervix to keep sperm fr... |
9c44f7cba31c962f9280e88ebff60620 | What should you think about when deciding the best birth control method? | What's right for you may not be right for everyone. And your needs may change over time, too. You should think about: How fail-proof do you need your protection plan to be? How much does the cost matter? How important is your privacy? Do you have a regular partner whose needs you care about? Do you need to protect agai... |
94d27308ee3c70978b4c61a67680646b | When is a broken collarbone a medical emergency? | There is numbness or weakness in the hand or arm. |
3f96601adce8f8a30eaf103d73ffc1d9 | How long does withdrawal last when you quit smoking? | They're strongest when you first quit but will usually go away within 10 to 14 days. You may still want to smoke, especially with certain people or during situations where you're used to smoking. If you smoke again, start over. Most people quit three times before they're successful. Plan ahead and think about what you'... |
8810f6b165df40100ac6660981f33b4c | Can what you drink help you quit smoking? | Drink plenty of fluids, but limit alcoholic and caffeinated beverages. They may be triggers that make you want to smoke. |
c04fd6a42bdfd3f52d21b5271ef70275 | How can quitting smoking help prevent heart disease? | The nicotine in smoke: Reduces how much oxygen your heart gets Raises your blood pressure Speeds up your heart rate Makes blood clots more likely, which can lead to heart attacks or strokes Harms the insides of your blood vessels, including those in your heart Soon after you stop, your odds of getting heart disease or ... |
45a587a1b5f4e46ce441972f259d8590 | What can I do to avoid smoking again? | When you get the urge to smoke, take a deep breath. Take a walk or read a book instead of taking a cigarette break. When you can, avoid places, people, and situations associated with smoking. Hang out with people who don't smoke. Go to places that don't allow smoking, such as the movies, museums, shops, or libraries. T... |
2c5470f63787b0ec0c9c899e04c27837 | How will you feel when you quit smoking? | They may be triggers that make you want to smoke. These symptoms of withdrawal happen because your body is used to nicotine, the active addictive agent within cigarettes. You'll probably notice it most during the first 2 weeks after quitting. When it happens, remember why you're quitting. Tell yourself that these are s... |
8dd9dbffdfb6b2002e9ad60df6be768b | What brain diseases are caused by injuries? | Trauma includes these conditions: Concussion: A brain injury that causes a temporary disturbance in brain function, sometimes with unconsciousness and confusion; traumatic head injuries cause concussions and may result in headache, along with concentration and memory problems. Traumatic brain injury: Acquired, often pe... |
235e986c2fe93acb54bccefd0fcd38eb | What can cause seizures? | Included in the seizure category of brain diseases is epilepsy, a condition characterized by recurring seizures caused by abnormal and excessive electrical activity in the brain. |
26cbb922a027fdf476088185b91de535 | What are common brain tumors? | Intracerebral hemorrhage: Any bleeding inside the brain, which may occur after a traumatic injury or stroke as a result of high blood pressure This category of brain disease includes: Brain tumor: Any abnormal tissue growth inside the brain; whether malignant (cancerous) or benign, brain tumors usually cause problems b... |
15343a9918812a5d1029d975154e567a | What brain diseases are linked autoimmune diseases? | Multiple sclerosis ( MS): The immune system mistakenly attacks and damages the body's own nerves. |
b6bbabd62423c53482600301c8db60d0 | What are the 11 signs of lupus? | Your doctor may say you have lupus if you have at least four of 11 signs of the disease that are laid out by experts at the American College of Rheumatology: Butterfly-shaped rash Raised red patches on your skin You're sensitive to light Ulcers in your mouth or nose Arthritis in two or more joints, plus swelling or ten... |
fc00258221a14311dd43b042f8621503 | What are some symptoms of lupus? | Some things you may notice if you have lupus are: A rash shaped like a butterfly that covers your nose and cheeks You feel tired Pain, stiffness, or swelling in your joints Fever Sensitivity to sun or light that causes skin lesions White or blue color in your fingers and toes when you're in the cold or feel stressed He... |
a82c07539fa1fd3f981266ea9ba29e53 | How does lupus affect people differently? | Lupus affects everybody differently. The way you feel may not be the same as your friend who also has the disease. Most folks will get flares, which means the condition gets worse at certain times and then gets better. The symptoms can come on slowly or suddenly, and can be permanent or temporary. |
0930af4d87a5be4ddce3c2c045ceb3e6 | What can trigger lupus? | Experts don't know the exact cause of lupus. They think it may be related to genes that put you at risk for lupus and things you come into contact with that trigger the disease. Some of those triggers are: Sunlight Infections Medications like blood pressure or anti-seizure drugs Psoriatic arthritis can happen if you ha... |
23e6888aeb65675427d2d24416093568 | What causes psoriatic arthritis? | Some of those triggers are: Sunlight Infections Medications like blood pressure or anti-seizure drugs Psoriatic arthritis can happen if you have psoriasis, a condition that causes your skin to get red patches and silvery scales. Sometimes people get psoriasis first and then have psoriatic arthritis later, but others ge... |
b57bd6c2e587bf65cfe56663f397c753 | What causes lupus? | If you have psoriatic arthritis you may get problems like: Severe swelling in your fingers or toes Foot pain, often at the bottom or the heel Pain in your lower back Scaly patches on your skin that flake Pitted or discolored nails It starts when your immune system -- your body's defense against germs -- attacks your ow... |
c319326498405c289ad5d9989a984741 | How are psoriatic arthritis and lupus similar? | If you've got pain and swelling in your joints, it could be a sign of either disease. |
16c03de32c4693c1894c813ee91795ae | How is lupus diagnosed? | He may also suggest you get a chest X-ray to look for fluid or inflammation in your lungs or an echocardiogram to see if you have problems with your heart. Your doctor may also do a physical exam to see if you have inflammation and swelling in your joints or signs of psoriasis on your skin and nails. And if you have no... |
3eebf27ce9be2a070f3adb488b1a2bc8 | What are the symptoms of urethritis? | The main symptom of urethra inflammation from urethritis is pain with urination (dysuria). In addition to pain, urethritis symptoms include: Feeling the frequent or urgent need to urinate Difficulty starting urination Urethritis can also cause itching, pain, or discomfort when a person is not urinating. Other symptoms ... |
029e04d1d8c3739ab92c22a21f0d94db | What causes urethritis? | Most episodes of urethritis are caused by infection by bacteria that enter the urethra from the skin around the urethra's opening. Bacteria that commonly cause urethritis include: E. coli and other bacteria present in stool Gonococcus, which is sexually transmitted and causes gonorrhea. Chlamydia trachomatis, which is ... |
cbd76de1959434a53aa3798ede2e9bc1 | What are the treatments for urethritis caused by herpes simplex virus? | Urethritis due to herpes simplex virus can be treated with: Acyclovir ( Zovirax) Famciclovir ( Famvir) Valacyclovir ( Valtrex) Often, the exact organism causing urethritis cannot be identified. |
76be058605239e460f8db2d178fa79ab | How is urethritis diagnosed? | Tests for urethritis can include: Physical examination, including the genitals, abdomen, and rectum Urine tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, or other bacteria Examination of any discharge under a microscope Blood tests are often not necessary for the diagnosis of urethritis. |
a5da31f1850efee70ce8290ec89db6a0 | What is urethritis, and what is its main symptom? | That's the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside the body. Pain with urination is the main symptom of urethritis. Urethritis is commonly due to infection by bacteria. It can typically be cured with antibiotics. |
9737e1721048a90f4e6434dabbc69584 | What antibiotics can treat urethritis? | Antibiotics can successfully cure urethritis caused by bacteria. Some of the most commonly prescribed include: Adoxa, doxycycline ( Vibramycin), Monodox, Oracea Azithromycin ( Zmax), Zithromax Ceftriaxone ( Rocephin) Urethritis due to trichomonas infection (called trichomoniasis) is usually treated with an antibiotic c... |
2efcb4afd89dc64601696e2b4882e0a3 | When should you call a doctor about sleep problems? | Symptoms occur at rest especially after sitting or lying down for extended periods of time and are worse at night. If you move your legs or get up and walk around, these symptoms may go away temporarily. |
c4041e06cf9eddecb4d31fce449a3e86 | What are symptoms of sleep apnea? | Sleep Apnea The main symptoms of sleep apnea are loud snoring, fatigue and excessive daytime sleepiness. Some people will deny sleepiness but feel fatigued. Loud snoring, snorting, and gasping sounds during sleep -- are often first noticed by a sleeping partner. Restless or unrefreshing sleep is also typical, as are he... |
c899957283f65025f79875172fd55e00 | Can I cut back on my rheumatoid arthritis medication if I don't have any symptoms? | You've kept up with your rheumatoid arthritis treatment, and it's paid off big time. The pain and stiffness in your joints are starting to fade. So, now you begin to wonder: " Can I cut back on my meds?" RA is a long-term condition, and medicine keeps your symptoms under control. But some people may be able to reduce t... |
14c6ce465221a543731eb086d9ae409f | Should I stop medication for rheumatoid arthritis if I have trouble with side effects from the medication for it? | If so, tell your doctor about them. He may be able to adjust your medicine. For example, many drugs used to treat RA can cause an upset stomach. To help, your doctor may suggest that you change the time of day you take your dose, or he might tell you to take it with food. He may also recommend medication to curb your n... |
0f51cbad106c9ef08d43850ea330a8cc | Are people who stop their rheumatoid arthritis medication likely to have a flare of symptoms? | Studies show that people who stop their RA medicine are likely to have a flare of symptoms 4 to 8 weeks later. If your disease stays active, you're more likely to get permanent joint damage. |
7572aee3a292a647d3e6d51c62c6e2b1 | Why should women in their 60s and up do strengthening exercises? | You do lose bone mass and flexibility with age, but regular strength training and exercise can help keep you healthy. It will help keep your muscles from shrinking, and help you avoid falls and other accidents. |
e268954110b950195f6ddac39c7ae547 | What screening tests should women 60s and up get? | Make sure to get your bone density screening test done when you turn 65, or sooner if you're at high risk for the bone-weakening conditions osteopenia and osteoporosis. Many experts suggest you get a mammogram every 1 to 2 years to check for breast cancer when you're 50 to 74. Check with your doctor about what you shou... |
fba9285bba2c23bb9c202143704a0e01 | How can sleep help with fibro fog and fatigue? | There's a strong connection between sleep quality and your level of fatigue. While some fibromyalgia medications may help, they may not be enough. In addition to regular exercise and pacing yourself, practice good sleep habits. These include a regular bedtime and wake-up time and a dark, cool, quiet room Some people wi... |
c87f4ba146e592326fa297aa32b6a058 | What can you do at work to help with fibro fog and fatigue? | Take a fibromyalgia education program to learn healthy behaviors and how to tweak everyday activities for less stress. If you work outside the home, talk to your employer about things that might help you do your job: Take breaks more often Change your work schedule Switch to a different position that better matches you... |
76e4d972083918d71c663245f167734b | How should you get organized if you have fibro fog and fatigue? | Use an online calendar or app that lets you color-code activities by importance. Plan work projects and home responsibilities at least a week in advance. Then take a big-picture look. Are there too many high-priority items and not enough down time? Make adjustments, even if it means sometimes saying "no." |
b68bad7d90278dca6e07e5252b31c932 | What is fibro fog? | It can also affect your thinking ability, a symptom called fibro fog, and your energy level, leaving you with extreme fatigue. Even though you feel these symptoms, they aren't visible, and there aren't any tests that can measure them. You'll need to work closely with your medical team to address your specific challenge... |
3219d67c0464edb7921f265d9205d407 | Should you exercise if you have fibro fog and fatigue? | Given how you feel, you may want to shy away from exercise. But it's one of the most effective ways to handle fibromyalgia. When you're too tired to exercise, that lack of activity leads to greater muscle weakness and more fatigue. Over time, regular exercise lessens fatigue. Consistency can have a greater impact than ... |
22e550f27702be32be77bd42054061e9 | How can I tell if someone I'm caring for is in pain? | Many of the signs are obvious -- crying, moaning, clenched fists, âknittedâ eyebrows. A poor appetite may also be a clue. If the person can't tell you if they're in pain, you may need to have a doctor or therapist do an exam, including a check for bedsores. |
3026878973909154fe10212d56585bc3 | How can cold therapy help ease aches and pains? | Cold can numb pain and ease swelling. Try a cool cloth, cold pack, cold compression wrap, or ice massage. To make an ice pack, put crushed ice in a plastic bag and cover it with a towel. Don't put the bag of ice directly on your loved one's skin. Or you can use a bag of frozen peas. Ice as soon as possible after an inj... |
3ede3b6d881eed84bf34456cc6fc0f33 | How can deep breathing help ease aches and pains? | Slow, quiet breathing helps relax the body and mind and ease pain. You can show your loved one how to do this: Lie or sit with one hand on your belly and take a deep, slow breath. Imagine filling a balloon in your belly with air. Then breathe out, as if you're letting all the air out of the balloon. Think of breathing ... |
ed9437197e027abfc11a59bcaf59851a | How can heat help ease aches and pains? | A warm shower or bath, hot water bottle, or warm cloth can help relax muscles and ease muscle spasms. A heating pad with an automatic off switch is better than a regular heating pad, which can burn skin if left on too long. Be careful with microwavable heating pads, as these can have hot spots that burn. Apply heat to ... |
afbf6967a28e935c5fe3257600861b25 | How can massage help ease aches and pains? | Ice as soon as possible after an injury. With your whole hand, the heel of your hand, or your fingertips, apply gentle pressure in slow, steady, circular movements. Warm oil or lotion may help. Massage in one area for 10 seconds first to see if it feels good. Never use more than your doctor recommends, because it can c... |
9d8c62f1b242c362e8b9c496a11917b6 | What is pectin and where can you get it? | Pectin is a soluble fiber found in most plants. It is most abundant in: Apples Plums The peel and pulp of citrus fruits In food, it is most commonly used to thicken jams, jellies, and preserves. The human body cannot digest pectin in its natural form. But an altered form of pectin, known as modified citrus pectin ( MCP... |
483b14ba9c7c4d18a8a57e0f5b9048da | What foods are abundant with pectin? | It is most abundant in: Apples Plums The peel and pulp of citrus fruits In food, it is most commonly used to thicken jams, jellies, and preserves. The human body cannot digest pectin in its natural form. But an altered form of pectin, known as modified citrus pectin ( MCP), has properties that allow it to be digested. |
951e852e0a667f042a2a04d7c36ea1ff | What fruits are rich in pectin? | It is most abundant in: Apples Plums The peel and pulp of citrus fruits In food, it is most commonly used to thicken jams, jellies, and preserves. |
ab5419b317671189cd1207380fd942de | Does pectin affect medicines? | And pectin can also interfere with the body's ability to absorb certain drugs, including: Digoxin (a heart medicine) Lovastatin (a cholesterol-lowering drug) Tetracycline antibiotics The FDA does not regulate supplements such as pectin. Talk to your doctor about potential risks before you take pectin or any other dieta... |
05995baf1741c19c65a158cafd5c0419 | Why do people take pectin? | Pectin is a soluble fiber found in most plants. People take MCP for a variety of reasons. Some research suggests that pectin, like other soluble fibers such as those found in oatmeal and in psyllium husks, can help lower LDL "bad" cholesterol. But the effect is a small one. In a small study of men with prostate cancer ... |
39c115690c5bc4cd82204bf2599c0728 | What are some precautions about taking pectin as a supplement? | Pectin is a soluble fiber found in most plants. It is most abundant in: Apples Plums The peel and pulp of citrus fruits In food, it is most commonly used to thicken jams, jellies, and preserves. The human body cannot digest pectin in its natural form. But an altered form of pectin, known as modified citrus pectin ( MCP... |
292a264b859039902015412d3b9a70fd | How are self-help groups used to treat schizophrenia? | You should encourage your loved one to participate in community care and outreach programs to continue working on his social skills. The National Alliance on Mental Illness ( NAMI) is an outreach organization that offers a free peer-to-peer program, for instance. It includes 10 sessions for adults with mental illness w... |
5154f3a7d93e6cb968242cc4d6e8c414 | When are you more likely to get ear infections? | Ear infections tend to occur more in fall and winter because upper-respiratory infections such as cold and flu are on the rise then, too. Children who are 2 and younger get more ear infections because of the small size and shape of their Eustachian tubes. |
e1b886d0fd35eb73ae0b29d109fcfc13 | When should I call my doctor if my child has an ear infection? | Make that call if any of these things are happening with your child: Fever: Keep a watchful eye for high temperatures. Take action if: Your child is younger than 3 months and shows a fever of 100.4 F or more It's above 104 F for any child at any time A fever lasts more than a day in a toddler younger than 2 It lasts mo... |
7c5dc8643ae1a2bec467ad28f5e01110 | Should I go to the doctor for an ear infection as an adult? | You are not as likely to get an ear infection as a child. That's because a grown-up's Eustachian tubes are larger. And the shape of an adult's tube means it's less likely to get clogged. If you have pain or fluids coming out of your ear, you need to see a doctor as soon as possible. |
79b8eb18976e92e3d373451279622f74 | Does washing my child's hands prevent ear infections? | Wash: Clean your child's hands and your own often with soap and water. This can reduce the spread of germs and prevent your child from catching the flu or a cold. Another tip, even though it can be very hard: Try to keep dirty objects away from your child's mouth. |
be4bad5dba39ba8997aa03721752e177 | Is it common for children to get earaches? | Adults get them, too, but kids usually get them more often because they haven't built up their immune systems to fight off common viruses and bacteria yet. |
cb4b1a230cb3faa0061253897f1959c4 | When should you go to a doctor about ear infections? | Take action if: Your child is younger than 3 months and shows a fever of 100.4 F or more It's above 104 F for any child at any time A fever lasts more than a day in a toddler younger than 2 It lasts more than 3 days in kids 2 and older Strong pain: Your child is really hurting and pain medicines such as acetaminophen o... |
f424590335d87f0a0a54679d5c4cdaca | How common are ear infections in adults? | You are not as likely to get an ear infection as a child. That's because a grown-up's Eustachian tubes are larger. And the shape of an adult's tube means it's less likely to get clogged. If you have pain or fluids coming out of your ear, you need to see a doctor as soon as possible. |
f26d0a585a9cd4531c9485f14024fb89 | What are some tips to help prevent ear infections? | These things can help reduce the number of infections your child may get: Breastfeeding: Babies who nurse for 12 months or more tend to have fewer infections. If breastfeeding isn't an option, bottle feed your child in an upright, sitting position. Fresh air: Don't expose your baby to cigarette smoke. Try to avoid othe... |
6c3c40db8ddfa84b3a93a0095f524f74 | Who usually gets ear infections? | Adults get them, too, but kids usually get them more often because they haven't built up their immune systems to fight off common viruses and bacteria yet. |
995dc5ea092fd1b6df758ca7c0412b44 | What are the symptoms of influenza? | Typical flu symptoms include fever (usually 100-103 degrees Fahrenheit in adults and often even higher in children) and respiratory symptoms, such as cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, as well as headache, muscle aches, and often extreme fatigue. Although nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea can sometimes accompany th... |
481a413b489a8c83f9a850fb28e22c5a | What major flu pandemics have occurred in the past? | During the last century, major pandemics occurred three times, each of which resulted in large numbers of deaths: 1918-19 " Spanish flu" A -- Caused the highest known influenza-related mortality: approximately 500,000 deaths occurred in the U. S., 20 million worldwide 1957-58 " Asian flu" A -- 70,000 deaths in the Unit... |
62a384bba1cc49d6a1b30028131a3a7d | How is vitiligo diagnosed and treated? | There's no known way to prevent or cure the condition. But you can improve the appearance of affected skin with cosmetics and corticosteroid creams. Your doctor can also try re-pigmenting the white skin using UV light therapy or lightening the skin in unaffected areas, or a skin graft. |
ce148f87f1ad400bbe4ae9b444cc05dc | Who's likely to get vitiligo? | Up to 2% of the population and an estimated 2 to 5 million Americans have the condition. It doesn't matter if you're a man or a woman. In most cases, it develops early in life, between ages 10 and 30. It will almost always show up before age 40. Vitiligo may run in families. You're more likely to get it when someone el... |
b5c5f24de715ba7ae6b24e3cf9e511c1 | What are the symptoms of vitiligo? | You'll often lose pigment quickly on several areas of your skin. After the white patches appear, they may stay the same for a while, but later on, they might get bigger. You may have cycles of pigment loss and stability. Vitiligo commonly affects body folds (such as armpits), places that have been injured in the past, ... |
4fcb4f6883271cab31bac4c62251cb3b | What causes vitiligo? | Any location on the body can be affected, and most people with vitiligo have white patches on many areas. Although vitiligo affects all races equally, it's more noticeable in dark-skinned people. It's rare for pigment to return once the white patches have developed. |
9b5f8b46e4a5bfe707f5e99e9cfe2f6e | How does Crohn's disease affect you? | Crohn's disease most commonly affects the lower part of the small intestine. That part is called the ileum. The disease can, though, occur in any part of the large or small intestine, stomach, esophagus, or even the mouth. It can occur at any age, but it is most common between ages 15 and 30. |
f95471c956c1923c11a57cf249db6b9c | Should pregnant women undergo testing for Crohn's disease? | When you are pregnant and have Crohn's disease, you may safely undergo any of the following if they're needed: colonoscopy sigmoidoscopy upper endoscopy rectal biopsy abdominal ultrasound X-rays and CT (computed tomography) scans, though, should be avoided unless absolutely necessary. MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) s... |
9f8a8ce06c81f6e35f0440d7e940f33b | What vitamins should you take if you have Crohn's disease and are planning to be pregnant? | If you are taking vitamins before becoming pregnant, you can continue taking them. If you are taking sulfasalazine, you need to be particularly sure you get enough folic acid. Folic acid prevents neural tube birth defects such as spina bifida. Sulfasalazine blocks the absorption of folic acid. |
4889672ed8d0089f23902886d19ec31a | Are biologic drugs for Crohn's disease safe to use during pregnancy? | Biologic drugs such as adalimumab ( Humira), adalimumab-atto ( Amjevita), a biosimilar to Humira, infliximab ( Remicade), and infliximab-abda ( Renflexis) and infliximab-dyyb ( Inflectra), biosimilars to Remicade, seem to be safe for use during pregnancy. They also do not appear to be secreted in breast milk. |
912ea1f143d681ae4b564ddd88b375a6 | What is the effect of surgery for Crohn's disease on pregnancy? | Crohn's disease is a chronic illness in which the intestine, bowel, or another part of the digestive tract become inflamed and ulcerated. That happens so the body won't reject the fetus. Women who have had bowel resections (surgeries to remove part of the bowel) do not appear to have any problems during pregnancy. Wome... |
8def29ab1a4c254de996dda4c33521d9 | Can pregnant women take medication for Crohn's disease? | If a man who wants to become a father is taking sulfasalazine ( Azulfidine) for Crohn's disease, he should ask his doctor to change his medication. It might, though, if you have a change in your condition. As for specific types of drugs to treat Crohn's disease, only antibiotics and methotrexate must be avoided. That's... |
97453f72f9f944826a67cfc8b76b0ca6 | How do drugs for Crohn's disease affect pregnancy? | That part is called the ileum. The exception is methotrexate. Methotrexate should not be taken if you are pregnant. Nor should it be taken by either a man or a woman who is trying to conceive. Methotrexate can cause the death of the fetus. It can also cause congenital abnormalities. If you are taking methotrexate, you ... |
d4facef5b9454e8d823f30c78edbf5a7 | What flu-like symptoms are associated with inflammation? | Inflammation may also be associated with general flu-like symptoms including: Fever Chills Fatigue/loss of energy Headaches Loss of appetite Muscle stiffness When inflammation occurs, chemicals from the body's white blood cells are released into the blood or affected tissues to protect your body from foreign substances... |
e629bd462c00568c267c721529f71214 | What are treatment options for inflammatory diseases? | The type of treatment prescribed will depend on several factors, including the type of disease, the person's age, type of medications he or she is taking, overall health, medical history, and severity of symptoms. The goals of treatment are the following: Correct, control, or slow down the underlying disease process Av... |
b57e0c712076682518e4f49eb01b819c | What are the goals of treatment for inflammatory diseases? | The goals of treatment are the following: Correct, control, or slow down the underlying disease process Avoid or modify activities that aggravate pain Relieve pain through pain medications and anti-inflammatory drugs Maintain joint movement and muscle strength through physical therapy Decrease stress on the joints by u... |
e50ef70e0e1113f57e50ae934eb76960 | What is treatment of inflammation directed at? | This protective process may stimulate nerves and cause pain. The increased number of cells and inflammatory substances within the joint cause irritation, swelling of the joint lining and, eventually, wearing down of cartilage (cushions at the end of bones). |
af8cf8a178db092a65ed66fe86f566a7 | What drugs are used to treat inflammatory diseases? | The goals of treatment are the following: Correct, control, or slow down the underlying disease process Avoid or modify activities that aggravate pain Relieve pain through pain medications and anti-inflammatory drugs Maintain joint movement and muscle strength through physical therapy Decrease stress on the joints by u... |
d96a0c4dd7936f799b5aa4531006f787 | How are medications for inflammatory diseases used? | The medications include: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen) Corticosteroids (such as prednisone) Antimalarial medications (such as hydroxychloroquine) Other oral drugs known as DMARDs (disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs), including methotrexate, sulfasalazine, lefl... |
40f82521892f7039172bfe8e0d07c3b9 | Can inflammation affect internal organs? | Inflammation can affect organs as part of an autoimmune disorder. The type of symptoms depend on which organs are affected. For example: Inflammation of the heart (myocarditis) may cause shortness of breath or fluid retention. Inflammation of the small tubes that transport air to the lungs may cause shortness of breath... |
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