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ea1f7145a683249a82ac4a1e0cae8cc4 | What are environmental triggers of a migraine without aura? | Some people are sensitive to flickering lights, fluorescent lights, changes in air pressure or altitude, or even bold visual patterns. Use your headache diary to spot any possible triggers in your environment -- and then take steps to get rid of them or avoid them. |
67fece09071d3711a754e0fc2afad474 | Is a migraine without aura life threatening? | A migraine without aura is the most common type of migraine headache. |
a5016fdc1b5e6a40e337e6fb7289e99f | How can you reduce physical triggers for a migraine without aura? | Illnesses, missing meals, and being too tired can all trigger migraines. So can overdoing exercise, motion, and head injuries. Even menstruation can set off migraines. To curb the effect of these things, know how they affect you, keep a regular routine, treat illnesses quickly, and take steps to avoid other physical tr... |
8eaa5a0c35ca0bcf15cd54af8455a26e | What is a Cefaly and how is it used to treat a migraine without aura? | Devices: Cefaly is a portable headband-like device sends electrical impulses through the skin of the forehead to stimulate a nerve linked with migraine headaches. You use it once a day for 20 minutes, and when it's on you'll feel a tingling or massaging sensation. Spring TM or e Neura s TMS may be another option. You h... |
c429f9543fa46a75e82f7c1c1855ef33 | Does migraine run in families? | Migraines often run in families, so researchers think there may be a genetic link for the condition. Other things can trigger migraine attacks for some people, like some foods, smells, stress, and things in the environment. |
380cff8d52edee78b679706f45913681 | What medications can trigger a migraine without aura? | Or take prescription pain relievers. Check with your doctor if you think any of these may lead to your headaches: Cimetidine Estrogen Hydralazine Nifedipine Nitroglycerin Ranitidine Reserpine Never stop taking a medicine unless your doctor tells you to. |
91d32cdee4e97af300a9253a7ed3a42e | What are the symptoms of a migraine without aura? | A migraine without aura is the most common type of migraine headache. It may throb or be steady. The headache may last from 4 to 72 hours. You might also have any of these other symptoms: Nausea Vomiting Yawning Irritability Low blood pressure Feeling "hyper" Sensitivity to light, sounds, or motion Dark circles under y... |
2049806e2d2d17eb51fee8d0c959a1d5 | What is pustular psoriasis? | Other types of psoriasis include: Pustular psoriasis , which causes red and scaly skin with tiny pustules on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. |
ee09c5171e10bf5fa3694521cb5f607d | What is inverse psoriasis? | Inverse psoriasis , which makes bright red, shiny lesions that appear in skin folds, such as the armpits, groin, and under the breasts. |
c4beeb2fb1af702837fa81073bbeb57b | What can worsen psoriasis? | Things that can trigger an outbreak of psoriasis include: Cuts, scrapes, or surgery Emotional stress Strep infections Medications, including Blood pressure medications (like beta-blockers) Hydroxychloroquine, antimalarial medication Physical exam. |
dc760f9fc878be1e56b24f1f0906d3b6 | What are symptoms of psoriasis? | $('.ua_type_mobile .article table').css('width','100%'); The symptoms of psoriasis vary depending on the type you have. Some common symptoms for plaque psoriasis -- the most common variety of the condition -- include: Plaques of red skin, often covered with silver-colored scales. These plaques may be itchy and painful,... |
6380464d9d8136bd83e2bd09bc24f2ca | What is psoriasis associated with? | It causes pain and swelling in the joints. The National Psoriasis Foundation estimates that between 10% to 30% of people with psoriasis also have psoriatic arthritis. |
333d89519e42431010b34a304d59f768 | What is psoriasis? | Psoriasis is a skin disorder that causes skin cells to multiply up to 10 times faster than normal. This makes the skin build up into bumpy red patches covered with white scales. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Disorders of the fingernails and toenails, including disc... |
278e4d09a9138e190af020c3ba454def | What causes psoriasis? | Things that can trigger an outbreak of psoriasis include: Cuts, scrapes, or surgery Emotional stress Strep infections Medications, including Blood pressure medications (like beta-blockers) Hydroxychloroquine, antimalarial medication Physical exam. This drug can cause bone marrow and liver disease as well as lung proble... |
48f5646579f3b23695a06bec9a9c7e93 | What do people who have psoriasis experience? | Psoriasis is a skin disorder that causes skin cells to multiply up to 10 times faster than normal. Luckily, there are many treatments. |
c482fe8e548dd2551cc9ac435847179a | What is guttate psoriasis? | Guttate psoriasis , which often starts in childhood or young adulthood, causes small, red spots, mainly on the torso and limbs. These pills, creams, foams, lotions, and gels are a class of drugs related to vitamin A. Retinoids can cause serious side effects, including birth defects, so they're not recommended for women... |
75061c27001d4a897ef6778b040897c8 | What causes a toothache? | A toothache is a pain in or around a tooth that may be caused by: Tooth decay Abscessed tooth Tooth fracture A damaged filling Repetitive motions, such as chewing gum or grinding teeth Infected gums Symptoms of a toothache may include: Tooth pain that may be sharp, throbbing, or constant. |
5ac96a8605d226d1528a780f100966fe | When should you see a dentist about a toothache? | Swelling around the tooth Fever or headache Foul-tasting drainage from the infected tooth See your dentist as soon as possible about your toothache if: You have a toothache that lasts longer than 1 or 2 days Your toothache is severe You have a fever, earache, or pain upon opening your mouth wide Proper identification a... |
f48447ed9293313ddb4ac45f74b7593e | What can your dentist do for a toothache? | He or she will ask you questions about the pain, such as when the pain started, how severe it is, where the pain is located, what makes the pain worse, and what makes it better. Your dentist will examine your mouth, teeth, gums, jaws, tongue, throat, sinuses, ears, nose, and neck. X-rays may be taken as well as other t... |
d2512ebaca81faf853403a497e81d3bc | Can you prevent toothaches? | Since most toothaches are the result of tooth decay, following good oral hygiene practices can prevent toothaches. Good oral hygiene practices consist of brushing regularly with a fluoride-containing toothpaste, flossing once daily, rinsing once or twice a day with an antiseptic mouthwash, and seeing your dentist twice... |
aba0394c5ebec4b8e6385d3892307a1b | What are symptoms of a toothache? | A toothache is a pain in or around a tooth that may be caused by: Tooth decay Abscessed tooth Tooth fracture A damaged filling Repetitive motions, such as chewing gum or grinding teeth Infected gums Symptoms of a toothache may include: Tooth pain that may be sharp, throbbing, or constant. In some people, pain results o... |
552b3b17dd025ce882966ef4dd876325 | What increases my chances of getting peptic ulcer? | You can have ulcers at any age, but your chances go up as you get older. |
c853b244efd9fc58bbd681ff96eb5204 | How can bacteria cause peptic ulcers? | It's called Helicobacter pylori ( H. pylori), and as many as half of us carry it. Most people infected with H. pylori do not get ulcers. But in others, it can raise the amount of acid, break down the protective mucus layer, and irritate the digestive tract. Experts aren't sure how H. pylori infection spreads. They thin... |
247b4ae2bae4eab07a79197906829ba4 | How is peptic ulcer diagnosed? | Your doctor will ask about your symptoms, whether you take NSAIDs and other drugs, and medical history. She'll also check you for bloating in the belly and pain. That may be enough to make a diagnosis. The only way your doctor can tell for sure if you have an ulcer is to look. She may use a series of X-rays or a test c... |
6cbaa3db298cce558cc2180643d0f2a9 | How are peptic ulcers treated? | But if you don't treat them, the ulcers tend to come back. They can erode the blood vessel wall in your stomach or small intestine. The ulcers also can eat a hole through the lining and get infected. Or they can cause swelling, which may block food from moving from your stomach into your small intestine. If H. pylori i... |
fd33d1612e24305d693c593caf3a175e | Are there different types of peptic ulcer? | You can have two types of peptic ulcer disease: Gastric ulcer. This appears at the top end of the small intestine, an organ that digests and absorbs much of the food you eat. |
2e848d7fe5d57f88df17bcb13c342450 | What is a peptic ulcer? | But in others, it can raise the amount of acid, break down the protective mucus layer, and irritate the digestive tract. You'll most likely feel a burning pain or discomfort between your belly button and breastbone. They can erode the blood vessel wall in your stomach or small intestine. Prescription drugs called cytop... |
e50f64db4b5b255a19779ff34ff23b5b | What causes peptic ulcers? | You have a peptic ulcer if you get open sores in the lining of your stomach or the upper part of the small intestine. Your doctor may also give you antacids to fight stomach acid, or prescribe medicine to lessen the acid your body makes. |
7cbc990929da4d57a20ee71655ac2f3d | What are the symptoms of peptic ulcers? | You may have no symptoms, or you may feel discomfort or burning pain. You might especially notice it on an empty stomach -- such as between meals or at night. The pain may stop for a little while if you eat or take an antacid, but then return. The pain can last for a few minutes or a few hours, and may come and go for ... |
57279f0ba7ba8bb914f6a3acd9d862bf | How can certain pain relievers cause peptic ulcers? | They include ibuprofen and naproxen. NSAIDs block your body from making a chemical that helps protect the inner walls of your stomach and small intestine from stomach acid. Other types of pain meds, such as acetaminophen, won't lead to peptic ulcers. Smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol also can make you more likely... |
74f9208e8b9246b4039f97de84e70bcc | Does pregnancy affect irritable bowel syndrome? | Hormone levels rise when you're expecting, so your IBS symptoms may improve. Some research shows that you're able to handle more pain during pregnancy. This could mean you have fewer cramps and less discomfort. But moms-to-be also tend get constipated more often. |
b5c9233aaab4b20c47ca80546a2c0ebf | How do sex hormones affect irritable bowel syndrome? | Estrogen and progesterone affect IBS symptoms in a few ways, from how your intestines work to how much pain you feel. Cells in your gut have things called receptors that let these hormones latch on to them. This suggests that your digestive system is designed to sense and react to them. Here are the main ways they affe... |
2334ab4919f21c85578d769b0999ec78 | Does gender play a role in irritable bowel syndrome? | A growing body of research shows that sex hormones, like estrogen and progesterone, may be the reason. They can trigger IBS symptoms, which may explain why you have more flare-ups at different points of your menstrual cycle. To make matters worse, IBS patients with painful periods, a condition called dysmenorrhea, are ... |
4f5ea9db30c144572b745caa021f1635 | How does menopause affect irritable bowel syndrome? | IBS worsens as hormone levels fall. But it's unclear how this affects IBS. In some women IBS improves after menopause, when these hormonal changes stop. On the other hand, more than a third of menopausal women in one recent study reported IBS-type symptoms, like gas and heartburn. Experts say that more research is need... |
d2ae765d43747e86b510b7e112a4c6cb | How do you identify asthma triggers? | Your doctor may also do blood testing or ask you to use a device called a peak flow meter. It measures how much air you exhale and how quickly it comes out. It can alert you to changes in your breathing and the onset of asthma symptoms. |
f6b8034e95ecc37731ec9742acd0ccdb | Can allergies trigger asthma? | Eighty percent of people with asthma have allergies to things in the air, like tree, grass, and weed pollens, mold, animal dander, dust mites, and cockroach droppings. In one study, children with high levels of cockroach poop in their homes were four times more likely to have childhood asthma than children with low lev... |
a0360f21c51202782b65a6b65af16494 | Can heartburn trigger asthma? | Up to 89% of people with asthma also have severe heartburn (you might hear your doctor call it gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD). If the acids reach your throat or airways the irritation and inflammation they cause could trigger an asthma attack. Certain clues that suggest reflux as the cause of asthma include ... |
4126f3fa426ed17fd5f2ce0715e28252 | Can infections trigger asthma? | Cold, flu, bronchitis, and sinus can cause an asthma attack. You may be more likely to have an attack for up to two months after an upper respiratory infection. |
1b1ffd34f7024f2dff4f4a9d26f97a23 | What causes asthma? | The causes can vary from person to person. No one knows for sure. Allergies play a role for many people as do genetics. Strong emotions. It can alert you to changes in your breathing and the onset of asthma symptoms. |
4bfc94a0d819051d4751905586081d86 | When should you see a doctor about a yeast infection? | See a doctor to be sure it's not a more serious problem that needs a different treatment, such as a urinary tract infection or STI. You're pregnant. Any medications, including over-the-counter vaginal creams, need to be approved by your doctor during pregnancy. You often get yeast infections. If you have four or more y... |
27d688627ada8a23e2fff4940f6e5f94 | What should you know about treating a yeast infection? | Just know the three situations in which you should see a doctor, and then you can get started. If you're sure you have a yeast infection based on a past episode, you could try an over-the-counter medication to treat your symptoms. |
9435355b831255e3514bfb51e0a67ff9 | What are some self-care tips for a yeast infection? | Eating yogurt with live cultures of lactobacillus acidophilus -- a natural, "friendly" bacteria -- may head off a yeast infection. Taking supplements with lactobacillus acidophilus may also help prevent them. Nonprescription treatments. If you're sure you have a yeast infection based on a past episode, you could try an... |
bab0ba00555c151caedc3ab3181330a2 | Does radon gas cause lung cancer? | Radon gas Radon gas is a natural, chemically inert gas that is a natural decay product of uranium. It decays to form products that emit a type of ionizing radiation. Radon gas is a known cause of lung cancer, with an estimated 12% of lung cancer deaths attributable to radon gas, or 15,000 to 22,000 lung cancer-related ... |
5a38501b7652041c1f5fe67ae6508f2c | How can smoking affect your risk of getting lung cancer? | Smoking The incidence of lung cancer is strongly correlated with cigarette smoking, with about 90% of lung cancers arising as a result of tobacco use. The risk of lung cancer increases with the number of cigarettes smoked over time; doctors refer to this risk in terms of pack-years of smoking history (the number of pac... |
7ec5653fddffe63f9d7dbcbb4c5b2505 | Does cigarette smoking cause lung cancer? | Smoking The incidence of lung cancer is strongly correlated with cigarette smoking, with about 90% of lung cancers arising as a result of tobacco use. The risk of lung cancer increases with the number of cigarettes smoked over time; doctors refer to this risk in terms of pack-years of smoking history (the number of pac... |
1d8a468135bea340af1f45afbbe07e63 | Does pipe and cigar smoking cause lung cancer? | Pipe and cigar smoking can also cause lung cancer, although the risk is not as high as with cigarettes. While someone who smokes one pack of cigarettes per day has a risk for the development of lung cancer that is 25 times higher than a nonsmoker, pipe and cigar smokers have a risk of lung cancer that is about five tim... |
c142c36e918cf589aa61a7272f563a44 | How can pipe and cigar smoking affect your risk of getting lung cancer? | Pipe and cigar smoking can also cause lung cancer, although the risk is not as high as with cigarettes. While someone who smokes one pack of cigarettes per day has a risk for the development of lung cancer that is 25 times higher than a nonsmoker, pipe and cigar smokers have a risk of lung cancer that is about five tim... |
0fa78ff8335a0b313857b79d643db565 | Do survivors of lung cancer have a greater risk of developing lung cancer? | Prior history of lung cancer Survivors of lung cancer have a greater risk than the general population of developing a second lung cancer. Survivors of non-small cell lung cancers have an added risk of 1%-2% per year for developing a second lung cancer. In survivors of small cell lung cancers, the risk for development o... |
b9ae4e87d80898896596ed7742445377 | Is there a familial predisposition to lung cancer? | Familial predisposition While the majority of lung cancers are associated with tobacco smoking, the fact that not all smokers eventually develop lung cancer suggests that other factors, such as individual genetic susceptibility, may play a role in the causation of lung cancer. Numerous studies have shown that lung canc... |
c6de4ab03b7db8b71682d64ecca8998e | How can tobacco smoke affect your risk of getting lung cancer? | Tobacco smoke contains over 7,000 chemical compounds, many of which have been shown to be cancer-causing, or carcinogenic. The two primary carcinogens in tobacco smoke are chemicals known as nitrosamines and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. The risk of developing lung cancer decreases each year following smoking cessa... |
c99de3311bee9d8a211fe90a0cbe9956 | How can passive smoking affect your risk for lung cancer? | Passive smoking Passive smoking, or the inhalation of secondhand tobacco smoke from other smokers sharing living or working quarters, is also an established risk factor for the development of lung cancer. Research has shown that nonsmokers who reside with a smoker have a 24% increase in risk for developing lung cancer ... |
0f2773e1bbd29228a0fdaee19de91843 | How can familial predisposition affect your risk for lung cancer? | Familial predisposition While the majority of lung cancers are associated with tobacco smoking, the fact that not all smokers eventually develop lung cancer suggests that other factors, such as individual genetic susceptibility, may play a role in the causation of lung cancer. Numerous studies have shown that lung canc... |
f9c1186d84b660fb670c244243cb07d1 | How can asbestos fibers affect your risk for lung cancer? | Asbestos fibers Asbestos fibers are silicate fibers that can persist for a lifetime in lung tissue following exposure to asbestos. The workplace is a common source of exposure to asbestos fibers, as asbestos was widely used in the past for both thermal and acoustic insulation materials. Today, asbestos use is limited o... |
45492b6240cb5fe6c5cb8eb2d47eb3f6 | Does lung disease cause lung cancer? | Lung disease The presence of certain diseases of the lung, notably chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD), is associated with a slightly increased risk (four to six times the risk of a nonsmoker) for the development of lung cancer even after the effects of concomitant cigarette smoking are excluded. |
4f25ac1727f3bbb2afd3464656ff26fc | What should you do to diet for losing weight? | For your diet: Eat more fruits and vegetables. Get good protein and plenty of fiber. Limit salt, sugar, and fat. Be careful with your portions. Talk to your doctor about how many calories you should consume to lose weight. For women it's generally up to 1,500 calories a day; for men it's up to 1,800. You'll need to cut... |
2a0979eb621e531a96379ad1cd9a5b8e | What is body mass index (BMI) and how do you calculate it? | The first is called body mass index ( BMI). To figure out your BMI, just use this math formula: Multiply your weight in pounds by 703 and divide it by your height (in inches) squared. So, for example, if you weigh 185 pounds and are 5-foot-5 (65 inches), then your BMI works out this way: 185 x 703 = 130,055 65 x 65 = 4... |
80fc07fdaf34959261990017df74c6d7 | How much exercise should you get to maintain a healthy weight? | For movement: Aim for at least 2.5 hours of aerobic exercise (like brisk walking) every week. You'll likely need even more than that to lose weight. Do some muscle strengthening at least twice a week. Add ordinary movement to that, as well, to burn calories throughout the day. ( Park far from entrances. Take walks arou... |
5449b54469787779175ecd77ac774256 | What are the most important things I can do to lose weight in a healthy way? | So there are two things you must change to lose weight in a healthy and lasting way: Eat right. Americans love fast food, sodas and processed foods. They add up. Move more. Our lifestyles can be short on exercise, playing, or just moving enough to burn the fuel we take in. |
f90c7f0362ea1975a972db33714041fc | Can measuring my waist help me know if I am a healthy weight? | The country's obesity problem is well known: 1 in 3 of us is obese, and the rate is rising. But it doesn't measure body fat. But in general, here are the guidelines for men and women: A man's waist should be no more than 40 inches If you're a woman who isn't pregnant, it should be no more than 35 inches. |
d23d6ebb1ada55e9f96f825eb12f054e | How common is obesity? | Talk to your doctor about how many calories you should consume to lose weight. Healthy living is a way of life, and the benefits are worth it. |
7cbc9e800bfa445b224f8e3e52684f47 | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by epididymitis? | Epididymitis: This is swelling in the tube where sperm is stored -- the epididymis. Most often, an infection causes the problem. Signs and symptoms can include: Pain on one side of the scrotum that comes on slowly. Pain while peeing Fever Milky discharge from your penis Orchitis: It's swelling in one or both testicles. |
f218d20fe7f42029aa956a2f2392d0cc | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by kidney infection? | Kidney infection: This usually happens when an infection travels from your bladder and enters one or both of your kidneys. Symptoms may include groin pain, frequent urination, and blood or pus in your pee. The bacterium called E. coli is often to blame. Kidney infections are treated with antibiotics. |
aabfdc3529ac5db91d3ee563e76d9724 | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by prostatitis? | Prostatitis: This is swelling or infection in your prostate gland. In addition to pain, you may have a hard time peeing. |
72b1189ee4e37507b72dd78c8759f520 | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by kidney stones? | Kidney stones: These are small crystals that form in your kidney and can get stuck in tubes leading to your bladder. The pain can be severe. It's usually in your back or belly but can be felt in your scrotum or at the tip of your penis. |
bf6175d44ef213402ca44d89c12ffa16 | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by testicular torsion? | Testicular torsion: This happens when a testicle gets twisted inside your scrotum. It may feel like you got kicked in the crotch. It's a medical emergency. The twisting (torsion) cuts off the blood supply to your testicle. If it's not surgically untwisted within a few hours, your testicle can die. It happens most often... |
d8d6c10d8f851f8e09de8ff087500e83 | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by testicular cancer? | Testicular cancer: Most of the time, this cancer causes a painless lump in or on your testicle. But sometimes, it's painful. |
1ce9b1820df4a2334c21566f5c1b057b | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by hip problems? | Hip problems: Sometimes, hip pain from arthritis or another problem can radiate to your groin. It usually builds slowly and may feel worse when you're driving or sitting in a low chair. Usually, physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medications are tried first to treat the problem. You may need an operation if these d... |
1b5461daba23f14673ac69789fdf7780 | When should you call the doctor about pain around your groin? | The groin pain is very bad or it doesn't get better in a few days There's swelling or a lump around or in your testicle Pain in your side moves into your groin and testicle There's blood in your urine Go to the emergency room if you have sudden or intense pain; the pain radiates to you back, abdomen, or chest; or you h... |
e186546125d1a1e1576d8027da76bce9 | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by orchitis? | Pain while peeing Fever Milky discharge from your penis Orchitis: It's swelling in one or both testicles. The same infection that's behind epididymitis may cause this problem. The two conditions can happen at the same time. Sometimes, the mumps virus triggers orchitis. It can cause fertility problems. If bacteria is th... |
16bdc3286588c41f30bfbdba89cbb83b | How can you tell if pain around your groin is caused by an inguinal hernia? | Common ones include: Inguinal hernia: This happens when fat or a loop of your intestine pushes through a weak spot in the muscles of your lower abdomen (belly). You may see a bulge in your groin or scrotum. One quarter of all men will develop this problem sometime during their lifetime. If the intestine or fat gets stu... |
53bd484bc4851bd18e7fce60a6fb9548 | Why does my groin hurt? | The pain may happen right away or build over time. Continuing the sport or activity may make the injury worse. Rest, anti-inflammatory medications (aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen), rehabilitation, and strengthening exercises can often treat the problem successfully. One quarter of all men will develop this problem som... |
9cd0d13570fc917d44ba2bc697aecc12 | What makes up the spine, or backbone? | The spine, or backbone, is made up of a column of 33 bones and tissue extending from the skull to the pelvis. These bones, or vertebrae, enclose and protect a cylinder of nerve tissues known as the spinal cord. Between each one of the vertebra is an intervertebral disk, or band of cartilage serving as a shock absorber ... |
d3614bd7d919446e923c2fc21172b077 | What causes back pain? | Some causes of back pain include accidents, muscle strains, and sports injuries. |
0a3eefd17489cda55f65eae1439d6d36 | What are the types of vertebrae in the backbone? | The types of vertebrae are: Cervical vertebrae: the seven vertebrae forming the upper part of the spine Thoracic vertebrae: the 12 bones between the neck and the lower back Lumbar vertebrae: the five largest and strongest vertebrae located in the lower back between the chest and hips The sacrum and coccyx are the bones... |
83692ef8283405954b3e3ba0c1d2923d | How is back pain diagnosed? | In addition to performing a complete history and physical exam for your back pain, your doctor may suggest one of the following diagnostic studies: X-rays, which can be used to provide detail of the bone structures in the spine and to check for instability (such as spondylolisthesis, see below), tumors, and fractures C... |
900da5255c3cff1d724ace87f903dd57 | What are the symptoms of spondylolisthesis? | Symptoms of spondylolithesis may include: Lower back pain Muscle tightness and stiffness Pain in the buttocks Pain radiating down the legs (due to pressure on nerve roots) Muscle weakness Spondylolisthesis is treated with the strengthening of supportive abdominal and back muscles through physical therapy. |
d855274381de51c3a8f42621b0de9ce0 | What are the causes of cervical radiculopathy? | In cervical radiculopathy, damage can occur as a result of pressure from material from a ruptured disc, degenerative changes in bones, arthritis, or other injuries that put pressure on the nerve roots. In older people, normal degenerative changes in the discs can cause pressure on nerve roots. In younger people, cervic... |
a82a0eecb3b3d00fea7aa5f537c3157a | What are the treatments for cervical radiculopathy? | Cervical radiculopathy may be treated with a combination of pain medications such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol), or nonsteroidal pain medication such as ibuprofen ( Advil, Motrin), ketoprofen ( Frotek), naproxen ( Aleve, Naprosyn), and physical therapy. Steroids may be prescribed either orally or injected epidurally (int... |
089d7635a1cf9db1d45be05c8c1bf02f | What are the two types of back injury? | Some causes of back pain include accidents, muscle strains, and sports injuries. Two main types of back injury include: Spondylolisthesis: This is a slipping of vertebra that occurs, in most cases, at the base of the spine. |
bfb63a3d35ec1fd2d7a3eae779279bdc | What are the causes of spondylolisthesis? | MRI scans are most commonly used for pre-surgical planning A number of other imaging and electrical studies may also be used to identify back problems, and some injections are used for diagnostic purposes as well as for pain relief. A vertebra might be defective from the time a person is born, or a vertebra may be brok... |
eb91c086757888ae007ab1260f5581f3 | What are the symptoms of cervical radiculopathy? | Cervical Radiculopathy: Cervical radiculopathy is the damage or disturbance of nerve function that results if one of the nerve roots near the cervical vertebrae is compressed. Symptoms of spondylolithesis may include: Lower back pain Muscle tightness and stiffness Pain in the buttocks Pain radiating down the legs (due ... |
ca77db1b9476577e5c5183d3a333e67f | What are targeted treatments for low back pain? | Physical therapy or chiropractic can bring relief for many. These targeted treatments may include: Ice or heat Massage Ultrasound or electrical stimulation A specific program of stretching and strengthening exercises Spinal manipulation A doctor, physical therapist, or other health care professional can guide you in a ... |
1a13563012a4c314450a84314474a817 | What are treatments for low back pain? | What you need for treatment depends on the cause of your low back pain. Your doctor may recommend temporary use of medications to relieve pain. These might include over-the counter medicines such as acetaminophen or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen. Sometimes, stronger medica... |
7ca6ef6676a68bd5e2eab1aee9fbd291 | What are symptoms of low back pain? | Here's a quick overview of low back pain culprits: Overuse of muscles and ligaments, caused by a competitive tennis match or an ambitious day in the garden Disk injury, tears or other damage to the "shock absorbers" between the spinal bones (vertebrae) Disk degeneration, the wear and tear, shrinking, and collapse of di... |
fa5814113068127389b8f58b5f0576f7 | How can I treat allergy symptoms? | For mild allergy symptoms, such as hay fever or hives, give an over-the-counter ( OTC) antihistamine. For stuffy nose, give an OTC decongestant. For itchy, watery eyes, use OTC allergy eye drops. For itchy allergic rash, apply cold compresses and an OTC hydrocortisone cream. |
8f4c83b0f3d032c280572a86c6f676ff | What are disadvantages of rigid gas-permeable lenses? | the lenses don't feel as comfortable as soft contacts. It takes longer to get used to them, so you need to wear them every day. |
60de48520c11bc44086cfd94ae22554f | What are risks of soft contact lenses? | Soft contact lens material can absorb particles, chemicals, bacteria, and mold more easily than both hard and rigid gas-permeable lenses. They soak up all kinds of things that can irritate your eyes -- smoke and sprays in the air and lotion or soap on your hands. Soft contacts are also more fragile. They can rip or tea... |
3daa06e6c0ef05031c8935324b29243e | What are color tint lenses? | Color tint lenses are darker, opaque, and change the color of your eyes. Specialty colors include amethyst, violet, and green. |
3a062595e544e9d42bb33d5b5205b718 | What are visibility tint lenses? | Visibility tint lenses have a tiny bit of color so you can find your lens if you drop it. It isn't enough to affect the color of your eyes. |
0eeab68e5f14fd667bcbb2bafade18b9 | What are advantages of rigid gas-permeable lenses? | You might see better than you do with soft lenses. They correct substantial astigmatism. They're easy to take care of and durable. |
92a3e9fe395c2fde3e386597abc38eca | What are rigid gas-permeable lenses? | As the name suggests, these are stiffer than soft contacts. They're made from silicone, and they're designed to let oxygen pass through to your cornea. |
8795f8124e6cc6a1d79e7a58288f12a1 | What are enhancement tint lenses? | Enhancement tint lenses play up your natural eye color. |
586f5b6f26029bbfb92fbe7ddb623cc6 | What are daily disposables? | Daily disposables are soft contacts that you wear only for a day and then throw away. That means you don't have to clean them regularly or risk dry eyes and irritation from contact solutions. If you have allergies, they may be the best choice for you. |
a33178b33438f2fc1610a0f6dc78b00f | What contact lenses can reshape your cornea? | But the results only last while you have the contact in. This procedure isn't widely used, because laser vision correction offers the same result in less time and is permanent. Laser surgery is now OK for professionals -- like members of the military or airline pilots -- whose jobs didn't allow them to have it in the p... |
1da4543bf8de17d216703ebde6bd13b6 | What are toric lenses for astigmatism? | You can wear contacts even if you have presbyopia and need bifocals. They're made from silicone, and they're designed to let oxygen pass through to your cornea. They come in soft or rigid gas-permeable forms, extended wear, daily disposable, and even in colored lenses. Like bifocal lenses in a pair of glasses, toric le... |
d02031a032d507b866b34345656313b4 | What are monovision lenses? | You won't have the same prescription in both eyes. One will have a contact for distance vision, and the other will be for seeing up close. This can take a while to get used to. Each eye works on its own. You might have problems with depth perception. Another monovision option: Wear a bifocal lens in one eye, and a sing... |
f7d6952449cce5434d83843634cd1379 | What are the benefits of soft contact lenses? | Many soft lenses are disposable, so you can throw them away after using them for a short time. Having a fresh pair of soft contacts means less chance of infection, less cleaning, and more comfort. Compared with rigid gas-permeable lenses, the other main type of contacts, soft lenses feel better when you first put them ... |
874e585774aefb75209e5d2d6ef6b0ad | What are silicone-based soft contact lenses? | The water content lets oxygen pass through the lens to your cornea. Many soft lenses are disposable, so you can throw them away after using them for a short time. Soft contacts are also more fragile. That means you don't have to clean them regularly or risk dry eyes and irritation from contact solutions. Your cornea ge... |
4a82bfeb94a79dad06bdd7ca2082311f | What are common symptoms of heart failure? | Some people with heart failure don't experience symptoms, but here are some of the more common signs: Shortness of breath with exercise or difficulty breathing at rest or when lying down Swollen legs, ankles, or abdomen Dry, hacking cough, or wheezing Other symptoms may include: Fatigue, palpitations, or pain during no... |
fc0b8c5b90166e7fa099fdc227ba06ad | How effective is medical marijuana for fibromyalgia? | In addition, people with fibromyalgia often wonder if medical marijuana, which can be prescribed by physicians in some states, can help their chronic pain and fatigue. While medical marijuana doesn't cure diseases like fibromyalgia, some pain experts say it may work against pain, help people sleep better, and improve m... |
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