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66b286ac9feba877e217f4be8bdd1a86 | How does pustular psoriasis develop? | You'll see white bumps filled with pus near or inside red skin blotches. Pustular psoriasis. This is a rare, serious disease -- see your doctor right away if you have these symptoms. |
8bf732f6c9b8087de6d47ec0d3982870 | What is acropusutlosis? | It's most likely to affect: The palms of your hands The soles of your feet Your fingers and toes Even though you see pus on your bumps, it's not an infection. The pain can make it hard to use your fingers or toes. |
82a277504fdcccbba66a0cf00c48531c | What are the symptoms of Von Zumbusch pustular psoriasis? | People who smoke are more likely to get this form. You also might be very tired or have fever, chills, dehydration, nausea, weak muscles, headache, joint pain, a fast pulse, or weight loss. This is a rare, serious disease -- see your doctor right away if you have these symptoms. The goal of treatment is to ease your sy... |
d86b2e7951066f1c1080ed393c468e0d | What is annular pustular psoriasis? | Pustular psoriasis is a skin disease. Note the clearly defined, raised bumps on the skin that are filled with pus (pustules). Sometimes, one treatment doesn't do the trick. You may need to combine one or more to feel better. |
d46ef8ee27b64162e89c668e76ddc537 | What can pustular psoriasis cause? | Pustular psoriasis is a skin disease. Pustular psoriasis. Palmoplantar pustulosis ( PPP): Blisters form on small areas of your body, usually your palms or the soles of your feet. |
5b11347e3eee4f47aa0def84bb1f34b7 | Who is at risk for stress fractures? | Stress fractures are much more likely to develop in people who have just started a new exercise or abruptly stepped up the intensity of their work out. When the muscles aren't conditioned, they tire easily and can't support and cushion the bones as well. Increased pressure is exerted directly on the bones, which can le... |
8d34896dd014727b215b636c676d3932 | What should I eat if I have diarrhea and constipation due to cancer treatment? | Diarrhea and constipation: For diarrhea, it's really important to stay hydrated. Drink lots of liquids, and cut back on high-fiber foods like whole grains and vegetables. If you're constipated, slowly add more high-fiber foods to your diet. Plenty of liquids is key for this problem, too. |
593af9fd2320f3dbf22684d3de85056b | When should I start focusing on changing my diet if I am being treated for cancer? | Start focusing on healthy foods even before you begin your treatment. You don't know how it will affect you or what kind of side effects you might have. That's why it's a good idea to get good nutrition now. It can help you feel better and your body stay strong. |
ecc8139659ab2ef0fb6e6cd9959b0726 | What is the best time of day to eat during cancer treatment? | Eat when you're hungry. If that's in the morning, make breakfast your biggest meal. Drink meal replacements later if your appetite fades as the day goes on. If meals are a struggle, eat five or six small ones instead of two or three big ones during the day. Have small, healthy snacks on hand, too. Yogurt, cereal, chees... |
fecdb2dbdcd7e1f523b8c49c5972af21 | Are any "cancer diets" effective? | Plenty of people tout "special" diets that they say will help treat cancer or keep it from coming back. Maybe you've heard that you should go vegan, vegetarian, or start a raw diet. Before you make any major changes, talk to your doctor. There's no diet that can cure cancer. There's also no good research that shows tha... |
e79c1ddec06ecb91a9fad3f84c9398f6 | Are there special diets for cancer? | Plenty of people tout "special" diets that they say will help treat cancer or keep it from coming back. Maybe you've heard that you should go vegan, vegetarian, or start a raw diet. Before you make any major changes, talk to your doctor. There's no diet that can cure cancer. There's also no good research that shows tha... |
37097ca8d3f060d1aa8978bdafb812b8 | What should you eat before your treatment for cancer? | Start focusing on healthy foods even before you begin your treatment. You don't know how it will affect you or what kind of side effects you might have. That's why it's a good idea to get good nutrition now. It can help you feel better and your body stay strong. It's also a good time to plan for the days when you won't... |
ae738d7d1b5e87ae19c37818b87fd63a | What should you eat to manage mouth or throat problems from cancer treatment? | Mouth or throat problems: For sores, pain, or trouble swallowing, stick with soft foods. Avoid anything rough or scratchy, and spicy or acidic foods. Eat meals lukewarm (not hot or cold). And use a straw for soups or drinks. |
51dc8bc6a688fa76cde50e0d6dfe078e | What should you eat to manage nausea or vomiting from cancer treatment? | Nausea/vomiting: Avoid high-fat, greasy, or spicy foods, or those with strong smells. Eat dry foods like crackers or toast every few hours. Sip clear liquids like broths, sports drinks, and water. |
ae5576433b5b0eb414f8cecf01a266cd | What should you eat during your treatment for cancer? | You may have days when you feel hungry, and others when food is the last thing you want. On good days, eat lots of protein and healthy calories. That will keep your body strong and help repair damage from your treatment. High-protein foods include: Lean meat, chicken, and fish Eggs Beans, nuts, and seeds Cheese, milk, ... |
2309b0f16d8e7fc5845998b466d1974f | What foods should I focus on eating during cancer treatment? | You may have days when you feel hungry, and others when food is the last thing you want. On good days, eat lots of protein and healthy calories. That will keep your body strong and help repair damage from your treatment. High-protein foods include: Lean meat, chicken, and fish Eggs Beans, nuts, and seeds Cheese, milk, ... |
8501e0127f52f3685a539be374b53f69 | What should you eat when you have cancer? | And sometimes, you just won't feel like eating. You don't need a drastic diet makeover. Just a few simple tricks to make good-for-you foods easy and appetizing. It can help you feel better and your body stay strong. You may have days when you feel hungry, and others when food is the last thing you want. Many side effec... |
d12d00139ff341fcafc42ac3a77e15c6 | What does long-term, open-ended treatment for drug addiction mean? | Counseling is a mainstay of drug abuse treatment for many people. |
d63c3255de0eedf308eb790b7012c755 | What therapies are available for opioid addiction? | No one method is known to be better than another. Likewise, no one approach works for everyone with opiate addiction. The right treatment plan will be tailored to your addiction and individual needs. |
8c012663048cb7093bb13e6a20e73373 | How does cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) work? | Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, teaches you how to recognize moods, thoughts, and situations that fire up drug cravings. A therapist teaches you how to avoid these triggers. You'll learn to replace negative thoughts and feelings with healthy ones that will help you stay clean. The skills you'll learn can last a l... |
bacc19430a03d3efad7449833b67db48 | What is the difference between individual therapy and group therapy for opioid addiction? | While any counseling therapy for drug abuse treatment is better than none, group therapy is generally preferred over individual therapy. In group therapy, you're more likely to be both challenged and supported by peers who are also going through drug rehab. Individual therapy can help when you have depression, bipolar ... |
2813758bd22f705a1eb5b95f4f644d56 | Why is counseling important in opioid addiction treatment? | Even after detox, when your body is no longer hooked, you're at high risk for relapse. Certain psychological and social factors can be powerful triggers that lead to relapse: Stress, especially sudden life stresses Cues in the environment, like visiting a neighborhood Social networks, like spending time with friends wh... |
61cf339eb4fd56da612cc0fa918d54e6 | How can contingency management therapy help with treating drug addiction? | While any counseling therapy for drug abuse treatment is better than none, group therapy is generally preferred over individual therapy. Individual therapy can help when you have depression, bipolar disorder, or another significant mental health condition that requires treatment in its own right, separate from your add... |
1db256ebbe3391fb11a1bf4e3346a459 | How is otosclerosis diagnosed? | If you notice you have trouble hearing, see an otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat doctor, or ENT). He'll look closely at your ear, test your hearing, and ask about your family health history. In some cases, he may recommend a computerized tomography ( CT) scan. A series of X-rays are taken at different angles and ... |
a7f31f99a70afbd0aa2af60c4faa46ce | At what age does otosclerosis start? | You can develop otosclerosis between the ages of 10 and 45, but you're most likely to get it during your 20s. Symptoms usually are at their worst in your 30s. |
b200d58fab7e1258ef305ea7b864f59b | What are the symptoms of otosclerosis? | The main symptom of otosclerosis is hearing loss. At first, you may notice that you can't hear low-pitched sounds or people whispering. This usually gets worse over time. Most people with otosclerosis have hearing loss in both ears. About 10% to 15% have hearing loss in just one ear. Other symptoms include: Dizziness o... |
372c4b9f8db45f3afbdbef933d5a1199 | What is otosclerosis? | Otosclerosis is a rare condition that causes hearing loss. It happens when a small bone in your middle ear -- usually the one called the stapes -- gets stuck in place. Most of the time, this happens when bone tissue in your middle ear grows around the stapes in a way it shouldn't. Your stapes bone has to vibrate for yo... |
8ef06aa46e8d6b0b3110f7662a416af3 | How many people are affected by otosclerosis in the U.S.? | Experts aren't sure why, but if you're a woman and develop otosclerosis during pregnancy, you're likely to lose your hearing faster than if you were a man or you weren't pregnant. |
25b42e19e78b14424dc06c130b3a7742 | Does otosclerosis run in families? | It often runs in families. About half of all people with otosclerosis have a gene that's linked to the condition. But even if you have the gene, you won't necessarily get it. |
ffe923e5d44b38fe1d42391fb87f4cc2 | Can other medical problems increase your risk for otosclerosis? | Certain medical problems can raise your chances of otosclerosis. For example, if you had measles at any time, your risk may go up. Stress fractures to the bony tissue around your inner ear also might make it more likely to happen. And immune disorders, in which your immune system mistakenly attacks parts of your body, ... |
bf96373a5eeda6ac8ae9fbb95aa92e68 | Is otosclerosis more common in men or women? | Both men and women get otosclerosis. Women, though, have a higher risk. Experts aren't sure why, but if you're a woman and develop otosclerosis during pregnancy, you're likely to lose your hearing faster than if you were a man or you weren't pregnant. |
c54c3275ae718547618be96a9f782cbd | What race has the highest risk for otosclerosis? | Caucasians are most likely to get it. About 10% develop otosclerosis. It's less common in other groups and rare for African- Americans. |
235ce0c5da19bc85d6301b8f9e8519d2 | Can I get surgery for otosclerosis for both ears at the same time? | Most people with otosclerosis have hearing loss in both ears. After the first one, you'll need to wait at least 6 months for it to be done on your other ear. |
f17c2d6bba8df8a6819f316337f0f3e8 | What happens to children with conduct disorder? | These include antisocial and other personality disorders, mood or anxiety disorders, and substance use disorders. Children with conduct disorder are also at risk for school-related problems, such as failing or dropping out, substance abuse, legal problems, injuries to self or others due to violent behavior, sexually tr... |
3c436f6b81da60f8e89c85df301bcf79 | What causes conduct disorder? | The exact cause of conduct disorder is not known, but it is believed that a combination of biological, genetic, environmental, psychological, and social factors play a role. |
0b7ea3b6fb44262baab82e5ebc7df371 | Can a troubled family or social life cause conduct disorder? | Environmental: Factors such as a dysfunctional family life, childhood abuse, traumatic experiences, a family history of substance abuse, and inconsistent discipline by parents may contribute to the development of conduct disorder. Psychological: Some experts believe that conduct disorders can reflect problems with mora... |
e7e9a59f79bc22338e5911836fe2fed4 | Is conduct disorder inherited? | Genetics: Many children and teens with conduct disorder have close family members with mental illnesses, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders and personality disorders. This suggests that a vulnerability to conduct disorder may be at least partially inherited. |
449d7e1feab42961dc0a1545e7152f44 | What are symptoms of conduct disorder? | Symptoms of conduct disorder vary depending on the age of the child and whether the disorder is mild, moderate, or severe. In general, symptoms of conduct disorder fall into four general categories: Aggressive behavior: These are behaviors that threaten or cause physical harm and may include fighting, bullying, being c... |
719dfb65818d7d981bc27b2cc6e0de8a | What is conduct disorder? | !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(); }); } Conduct disorder is a serious b... |
57544ef9754554f0b615ae4882b112ee | Is it common to get a headache if you have a stroke? | Headaches commonly accompany stroke. In a study of 163 patients who'd had a stroke, 60% reported a headache with the stroke, especially women and those with a history of headaches. Up to 46% reported having an incapacitating headache; most said the headache was mild to moderately painful. The headaches are equally like... |
cab729f9ec875ab4073a095c0e5c79ea | What are late-life migraine accompaniments? | Late-life migraine accompaniments are defined as passing neurological symptoms that can affect vision, speech, movement, and behavior. They are similar or identical to migraine "aura," the symptoms the precede a migraine. However, headache is associated with only 50% of cases and may be mild. |
e9ea8f8b3d388305d8af9eb53e488dbc | What is the preventive treatment for late-life migraine accompaniments in older people? | If the episodes are frequent, preventive treatment can be considered with medications such as divalproex sodium ( Depakote, Depakene), topiramate ( Qudexy XR, Topamax, Trokendi XR),metoprolol ( Lopresor, Toprol XL), or propranolol ( Inderal LA, Inno Pran XL). Your doctor will talk to you about best options for treating... |
78f67c4f527730a9171e98b26180f066 | How is trigeminal neuralgia related to geriatric headaches and migraines? | Headaches are the most common symptom of temporal (giant cell) arteritis, or TA, a disease that causes your arteries -- blood vessels that carry oxygen from your heart to the rest of your body -- to swell and narrow. In a small number of cases, the pain is caused by a tumor pressing on the trigeminal nerve. |
e2b8cd9039726b622745f0cf44308ad1 | What is postherpetic neuralgia? | TA is more common in people older than age 50. When there is pressure on the trigeminal nerve, which controls facial feeling, it can cause excruciating pain in the lower part of the face, around the nose, and above the eye. Shingles that involves the face nearly doubles the risk of developing facial posterherpetic neur... |
40b0b9c9afb0260c2a00c47a847442f1 | How common are headaches and migraines in older people? | Migraines tend to disappear with age, too. At age 70, only 10% of women and 5% of men experience them. The condition is more common in people older than age 50 and is seen more in women than men. |
9c7fce4a3e64ae6985dd30a2fefa0a89 | Should I heat baby formula? | There's no need to heat the formula for your baby. Drinking it at room temperature is fine. |
c48c5002f7cecba96195a6643a307719 | Is it OK to bottle-feed your baby? | Infant formulas have gotten better and better at matching the ingredients and their proportions to that of human milk. While breastfed babies may have relatively fewer infections, the vast majority of infants won't get a serious infection in the first months whether breast- or bottle fed. A happy, unstressed mother is ... |
30e9824a6f5544e40961404eacfc492e | Can I use leftover baby formula? | Once a baby has sipped from formula, it should be discarded. You can, though, save unused formula that baby hasn't sipped from for the next feeding. |
b6a67d6623190427eb23a164db5d60ad | Why is breastfeeding best for your baby? | Breast milk is the perfect food for baby, with numerous advantages over baby formula, especially in the first four months or so. It may protect against allergies and asthma in the future. |
f54379a92489a329863616cf33c57355 | What's the best baby formula? | With all these advantages of breast milk, should you feel guilty if you choose not to breastfeed? Most formulas are pretty much the same. More expensive does not necessarily mean better. Just be sure to check that it's iron fortified when you buy a formula. There is a lot of evidence that iron deficiency in the first y... |
5975ea94b0ee997bb4805915fc4fa8ea | What can I drink on a low-residue diet? | These desserts and snacks are OK to eat in moderation: Plain cakes and cookies Gelatin, plain puddings, custard, and sherbet Ice cream and ice pops Hard candy Pretzels (not whole-grain varieties) Vanilla wafers Drinks Safe beverages include: Decaffeinated coffee, tea, and carbonated beverages (caffeine can upset your s... |
3f65a5efda43ea3eb63c18b1cc6a7de5 | Should I keep a food diary while I'm on a low-residue diet? | You may be OK with some of the things listed under "foods to avoid," while other items on the "foods to enjoy" list may bother you. So keep a food diary for a few weeks. Track what you eat and how it makes you feel, so you know what works for you. |
c191472c354b0c616093f5e942c1c34a | Does breastfeeding reduce risk of ear infections? | Because formula-fed babies are more likely to get ear infections, it is better to breast feed your infant for the first six to 12 months of life, if possible, to prevent ear infections. |
114b4933caebd121161032f1c6d25094 | How can I prevent ear infections because of a cold in my child? | Remove as many environmental pollutants from your home as you can, including: Dust Cleaning fluid and solvents Tobacco smoke Also, reduce yours or your child's exposure to people with colds, and control allergies. Taking steps to prevent colds and flu as well as other illnesses can prevent some, but not all, ear infect... |
89f3c121545cc67db7d7582f0ebcc3b5 | What pollutants can cause ear infections in a baby? | Remove as many environmental pollutants from your home as you can, including: Dust Cleaning fluid and solvents Tobacco smoke Also, reduce yours or your child's exposure to people with colds, and control allergies. |
ce23dbfc7c69f054138dd160eae3d358 | What are side effects of Ritalin and Adderall? | The two drugs can cause some of the same side effects, like: Fast heartbeat Headaches Irritability Anxiety Loss of appetite Raised blood pressure Stomach upset Skin rash Trouble sleeping Weight loss Restlessness Tremors Tics Diarrhea Constipation Mood swings Hives Insomnia Nervousness Dizziness Belly pain or nausea The... |
d73f56a91e252ad07c1fec91c8ca4b46 | How much do Ritalin and Adderall cost? | In general, the longer-acting forms of both Ritalin and Adderall are more expensive than the shorter-acting forms. And the generic versions can cost much less than brand names. |
66bd506deaf1c82c5278f21aba93952a | What are the concerns about using beta-blockers for chronic migraine? | These include: Atenolol ( Tenormin) Metoprolol ( Lopressor, Toprol XL) Nadolol ( Corgard) Propranolol ( Inderal, Inderal LA, Inderal XL, Inno Pran) Timolol As many as 4 out of 5 of people who take beta-blockers get relief from their migraines. Still, like all drugs, they can cause side effects. These include feeling de... |
4ac7761391643a20c9a6351ac4f399e7 | How can botulinum toxin (Botox) help prevent chronic migraine? | Long used to fill wrinkles, this nerve toxin has been found to stave off chronic migraines. It prevents a pain network in your brain from turning on. But it's only approved for people who have headaches at least 15 days each month. The more frequent your migraines, the better Botox seems to help. You may need several t... |
d7cd5cd8a85d8902fdcdc6642ee63f6f | Can nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) help prevent menstrual migraine? | When you have four or more migraines every month, your doctor may suggest you take a "preventive" medicine, instead of waiting to treat painful symptoms after they start. You may not be able to take beta-blockers if you have asthma or diabetes. Your doctor may suggest a different type of preventive medicine if you have... |
96de5eede2c205a32189b00ff1bd5eb8 | What are preventive medicines for migraine? | These drugs lower the chances that you'll have migraines in the first place. And when you do get one, it'll likely be briefer and less severe. Migraine affects everyone differently. Because of that, you may need to try more than one thing to find the treatment that's right for you. Your doctor will probably consider wh... |
9a8c27c8f84b66550e0e5516c5b8e793 | What is a biopsy for colorectal cancer? | If a doctor sees anything inside your colon or rectum that looks questionable, he'll take a biopsy to find out if it's cancerous. A biopsy is a routine type of test used to diagnose cancer and also to see whether an existing cancer has spread to the surrounding tissue. |
ce318c01012a50f8ebab5bead4b65f4c | How soon can you get the biopsy results for colorectal cancer? | Contact your doctor right away if you have: Fever or chills Heavy bleeding (greater than a teaspoon at a time) Severe pain Vomiting It may take a few days to get the results of your biopsy. If you do have cancer, the doctor will determine how aggressive it is and whether it started in your colon or spread there from so... |
87258458a4e2465d49fa412023f9eba1 | When should you contact your doctor after a biopsy for colorectal cancer? | Contact your doctor right away if you have: Fever or chills Heavy bleeding (greater than a teaspoon at a time) Severe pain Vomiting It may take a few days to get the results of your biopsy. |
16a4114b0ce668ac76334022056367df | What happens after a biopsy for colorectal cancer? | You may take medication to make you sleepy and relaxed before the procedure. You can expect to feel some discomfort and have some light bleeding for a day or two. Serious complications are rare, but it is possible to get an infection or injury to your colon or rectum. |
9a4ef86e18025af8bd3333230a52ac77 | What should you do if you have a positive result on a screening test for that is not colonoscopy? | If you have a positive result on a screening test that is not a colonoscopy, further evaluation should be performed on a timely basis with a colonoscopy test to take a look at your entire colon. You may need additional testing before you and your doctor can determine the best treatment plan. |
cba170e81da740566ce7df3ce01bb1a2 | What is primary biliary cholangitis? | Primary biliary cholangiitis is a disease damages the bile ducts in your liver. Your doctor may also call it PBC. It used to be called primary biliary cirrhosis. These ducts have an important job. They carry a fluid called bile, which plays a key role in digestion, away from your liver. Bile is what helps your body abs... |
0710e982c771646f40ca1047beb0a1c8 | What are symptoms of primary biliary cholangitis? | Primary biliary cholangiitis is a disease damages the bile ducts in your liver. But the disease can worsen over a few months or many years. Later, you might feel tired or have itchy skin or dry eyes and mouth. As the disease gets worse, you might notice: Yellow skin and eyes (jaundice) Swollen feet and ankles Pain and ... |
df0250271d466a91c468dbbf9d824a3a | How is primary biliary cholangitis diagnosed? | Primary biliary cholangiitis is a disease damages the bile ducts in your liver. They'll tell her how well your liver works and if you have any immune system issues. She may also want you to have imaging tests like an ultrasound, CT scan, MRI, or endoscopy ( ERCP). These provide a more detailed look at your liver and th... |
583fde8de85a6ab09a0b3327829dc5b8 | How does primary biliary cholangitis develop? | Primary biliary cholangiitis is a disease damages the bile ducts in your liver. The bile backs up, and your liver gets inflamed and maybe even scarred. Over time, the scar tissue replaces healthy liver tissue, and the organ doesn't work the way it should. This is usually a slow and gradual process. Your liver does OK f... |
540e6208a1a509b452f28fd9cc1bedb9 | How can women prevent migraines when theyâre on their period? | Women who often get migraine headaches around their periods can take preventive medicines when they know it's that time of the month. |
a3f0b431fbed87627687d12b9429f5bf | Is migraine hereditary? | Having your period Feeling very tired Skipping meals Changes to your sleep Yes, migraine headaches seem to run in families. Four out of 5 people with the condition have other family members who have them. If one parent has a history of these type of headaches, their child has a 50% chance of getting them, and if both p... |
342418fcdd9647d473b677942c95931f | What triggers a migraine? | Some common migraine triggers include: Stress. When you're stressed, your brain releases chemicals that can cause the blood vessel changes that can lead to a migraine. Foods. Some foods and drinks, such as aged cheese, alcohol, and food additives like nitrates (in pepperoni, hot dogs, lunchmeats) and monosodium glutama... |
f27c464a008601fafc5b349a52d730ba | How does caffeine trigger a migraine? | Getting too much or withdrawing from it can cause headaches when the level in your body abruptly drops. Blood vessels seem to get used to caffeine, and when you don't have any, you may get a headache. Caffeine itself can be a treatment for acute migraine attacks. |
9bcd54e68f07db4b079c90f3c6e2dd65 | How do migraines happen? | A migraine is a powerful headache that often happens with nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light. Migraines can last from 4 hours to 3 days, and sometimes longer. The American Migraine Foundation estimates that more than 36 million Americans get them, women 3 times more often than men. |
f9316ba962d7bda0d259e33f476bc536 | When is nausea medicine used to treat migraines? | Your doctor can prescribe it if you get nausea with your migraine. |
ffdfe849d3d3a4b532713f1e676f0ec4 | What is a status migrainosus? | This rare and severe type of migraine can last more than 72 hours. The pain and nausea are so intense that you may need to go to the hospital. Sometimes medicines, or medication withdrawal, can cause them. |
8d3cbaa1c9d90d7f9553fb810ff3af21 | How does a migraine start? | A migraine starts when overactive nerve cells send out signals that activate the trigeminal nerve, the nerve that supplies sensation to your head and face. Activation of the nerve causes release of certain chemicals like serotonin and calcitonin gene-related peptide ( CGRP). CGRP causes blood vessels in the lining of t... |
a23bfe06ed5b7d4e8c2142ae40304844 | How does magnetic stimulation treat migraines? | You place this device on the back of your head at the start of a migraine with aura. It sends a pulse of magnetic energy to part of your brain, which may stop or reduce pain. |
4cc0498f1e88996d4ee002f48ac5970d | What are the symptoms of visual auras? | Migraine with aura (known as "classic" migraine) Migraine without aura (known as "common" migraine) An aura can start 1 hour before the pain and usually last for 15 minutes to 1 hour. Visual auras include: Bright flashing dots or lights Blind spots Blurry vision Temporary vision loss Wavy or jagged lines Other auras ca... |
6a5bdab24907f903ae9fa3e7133521ea | Are there different types of migraine? | The terms for two types of migraine headaches refer to the symptoms that signal when one is about to start, called an aura. Migraine with aura (known as "classic" migraine) Migraine without aura (known as "common" migraine) An aura can start 1 hour before the pain and usually last for 15 minutes to 1 hour. |
9a6441082191b02cf6fcd2e4722756ab | How does biofeedback treat migraine headaches? | This technique helps you recognize stressful situations that could trigger a migraine. If the headache begins slowly, biofeedback can stop the attack before it becomes full blown. |
45694cb4a0c3b92826e541e59ce0d630 | What are the symptoms of migraine without aura? | Migraine headaches without auras are more common. Several hours before the headache starts, you can have vague symptoms, including: Anxiety Depression Feeling very tired There's no cure for migraine headaches. |
facddd480dd3d680a136df24875e767f | What is an opthalmic migraine? | Short-lived, partial, or complete loss of vision in one eye, along with a dull ache behind the eye, which may spread to the rest of your head. |
970ab07ed90fa2f89710934497c82d77 | How many Americans get migraines? | The American Migraine Foundation estimates that more than 36 million Americans get them, women 3 times more often than men. |
8c9ae47bd777621b4d21b7c50972de0c | What are other triggers of a migraine? | Having your period Feeling very tired Skipping meals Changes to your sleep Yes, migraine headaches seem to run in families. |
2e2933ef721e13e0948644d3a2a238db | How does biofeedback help to treat migraines? | This technique helps you recognize stressful situations that could trigger a migraine. If the headache begins slowly, biofeedback can stop the attack before it becomes full blown. |
8098981d350810218ebe3e6b6c42d1af | What are symptoms of migraines without auras? | Migraine headaches without auras are more common. Several hours before the headache starts, you can have vague symptoms, including: Anxiety Depression Feeling very tired There's no cure for migraine headaches. |
d9b14e830d902338930ec3de8b979f7d | How do changes in weather trigger a migraine? | Changes in weather. |
8852827448bf4efbf7ff768963d526c8 | What is an ophthalmic migraine? | Short-lived, partial, or complete loss of vision in one eye, along with a dull ache behind the eye, which may spread to the rest of your head. |
7ad2e661601ec148238aec023697ff04 | How do certain foods trigger a migraine? | Some foods and drinks, such as aged cheese, alcohol, and food additives like nitrates (in pepperoni, hot dogs, lunchmeats) and monosodium glutamate ( MSG) may be responsible for up to 30% of migraines. |
92a42534884e66c3d936d8d92b0948ad | When should you take preventative medications for migraines? | When lifestyle changes aren't enough, you have other options. Preventive migraine medications can make your headaches less severe and happen less often when you take them on a regular basis. Also, there are some new devices which can help. Cefaly is a portable, headband-like gadget sends electrical pulses through the s... |
34585ef2add4536fec910f002680a5b5 | What causes migraines? | Doctors don't know the exact cause of migraine headaches, although they seem to be related to changes in the brain as well as to genes that run in families. You can even inherit the triggers that give you migraine headaches, like fatigue, bright lights, weather changes, and others. For many years, scientists believed m... |
dd1f8e08bd321c0e9bcae06dfbf0b5fc | How are preventative medicines used for migraines? | CGRP causes blood vessels in the lining of the brain to swell. The pain may affect the back of your head. If the headache begins slowly, biofeedback can stop the attack before it becomes full blown. |
c42334c9ee90114166420ec684a3a888 | My child has Down syndrome. What are some everyday parenting tips? | They also respond better to positive support than discipline. Keep both of those things in mind as you try the following tips. Do all the run-of-the-mill kid things: Give your child chores around the house. Just break them up into small steps and be patient. Have your child play with other kids who do and don't have Do... |
c56bdf7b26c237dead40a897ed6c265f | My child has Down syndrome. How can I help them feel in control of their life? | It's important for all kids to feel like they have some control over their lives. For example, you can: Let your child make choices when it makes sense to. This can be as simple as letting him choose what clothes to wear. Allow him to take reasonable risks. You need to protect your children, but also let them see what ... |
b4fe94ba5f86b55189307d4ab9d57582 | My child has Down syndrome. What are some tips for helping them at school? | To help your child with school, you might: Avoid saying â That's wrongâ to correct mistakes. As you work with doctors, therapists, and teachers, focus on your child's needs rather than on the condition. Look at what your child is learning at school and see if you can work those lessons into your home life. When you... |
14cf6f939ab234ed4b7f92e1630cb1ef | My child has Down syndrome. What are tips for coping with that? | Along the way, maybe you talk with other parents whose kids have Down syndrome so you can learn tips and find out what to expect. And, as your child grows, you can work with doctors, therapists, teachers, and other specialists. Beyond these big-picture tasks, it can also help to know what you can do day to day. Every f... |
394a2c642e4700f795377aa57145035d | How can I treat sleep apnea at home? | !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(); }); } You may be able to treat mild c... |
b5de4c0084b87943b5bd4f6d9fd6d201 | What are the types of surgery for sleep apnea? | If you have a deviated nasal septum, enlarged tonsils, or a small lower jaw with an overbite causing the throat to be too narrow, surgery may be needed to correct sleep apnea. The most commonly performed types of surgery for sleep apnea include: Nasal surgery: Correction of nasal problems such as a deviated septum. Uvu... |
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