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21a73ff276ff105a0a6720460360d596 | What are the treatments for specific phobias? | Relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing, may also help reduce anxiety symptoms. For most people, specific phobias can be successfully treated with therapy, medication, or a combination of both. |
71bc20528a795a662670a5846375eea6 | What are natural environment phobias? | Natural environment phobias: Examples include the fear of storms, heights, or water. |
1445ed2bacd85d9de0a82e644be213cc | What non-drug treatments can help with treating bipolar disorder? | Non-drug treatments, such as psychotherapy and establishing a well-ordered routine, may help patients in their maintenance phase. This is often suggested along with medication, but non-drug treatments are usually not effective alone. |
61a6ef578a9471f04c1a1fc19d5b8ea2 | What medications are used to treat bipolar depression? | For depressed bipolar patients who don't respond to mood stabilizers alone, or to FDA-approved medications for bipolar depression, doctors sometimes prescribe a mood stabilizer plus a traditional antidepressant -- often either buproprion ( Wellbutrin) or an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) such as fluoxeti... |
e2f58d8f70236ffb9ea0cfbf3f191602 | What Food and Drug Administration (FDA) drugs are approved for the treatment of bipolar depression? | Three drugs are FDA-approved for the treatment of bipolar depression: quetiapine ( Seroquel) by itself, olanzapine ( Zyprexa) when used with fluoxetine ( Prozac) (which also comes as a combination pill called Symbyax), and lurasidone ( Latuda) used alone or with lithium or valproate ( Depakote). The atypical antipsycho... |
ae0beacf427e7ded68b582f1af91a640 | What will happen if your mania occurs while you are on maintenance therapy for bipolar disorder? | If mania occurs while you are on maintenance therapy, your doctor may simply change your medication dose. Or you may start taking an antipsychotic drug or a second mood stabilizer to lessen symptoms. Also antidepressants should usually be discontinued while someone is manic, because they can worsen the symptoms of mani... |
05105635d5016920dcffda9b22525366 | How do people respond to medications for bipolar disorder? | Many people respond well to medications for bipolar disorder. For many others, the symptoms do not completely disappear despite therapy. The mood symptoms may become less intense and more manageable, however. Remember, getting your diagnosis should come as a relief. Now you know what the problem has been and you're on ... |
97c115f9a4244f421659ac88dbc84a17 | How can electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) help with treating bipolar depression? | If all else fails, or if symptoms are especially severe, doctors may recommend electroconvulsive therapy ( ECT). It helps nearly 75% of the patients who are given this treatment. Two treatments called vagus nerve stimulation ( VNS) and repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (r TMS) are also being studied as a tre... |
b3bad433a5c360e741bb70f712c4a137 | When should tongue-tie in babies be treated? | The doctor will: Ask how feeding is going Check your child's tongue, mouth, and teeth Use a tongue depressor, which is like a big popsicle stick, to look under your child's tongue and check the range of motion The doctor may ask older kids to move their tongue around and make certain sounds, like of an r or l. Not all ... |
20e408b18781a5f7e462e1c3adf6e51c | How can you manage rheumatoid arthritis (RA) pain? | Start with these eight ideas: Take your pain medication on a schedule and as prescribed. Don't wait until you are in more pain and have to play "catch-up." Use a warm, moist compress to loosen up a stiff joint. Try an ice pack on an inflamed joint. Massage may also help. These tried-and-true treatments are easy and can... |
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. |
7e8db5ee825d0dab7f53cf116dc6af9d | How can I practice deep breathing? | Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor. Then close your eyes and focus on your breathing. Inhale slowly and deeply through your nose, filling up your lungs. Hold for a few seconds. Exhale slowly through your mouth. Let all the air out of your lungs like you're letting air out of a balloon. Repeat many times. |
d857aae48fcb8bbccc811f80b17059b7 | How can hobbies help alleviate stress for people with diabetes? | Fight stress by forgetting about it. Lose yourself in a favorite pastime. Do something that relaxes you, like reading or painting. |
02cdc715bc9eaf4c7a194096191f42f5 | How can exercise help alleviate stress for people with diabetes? | Exercise. Think about what kinds of exercise help you relieve stress. For some people, running and hard-hitting sports push away their worries. For others, taking a quiet walk or a bike ride is calming. Exercise doesn't just help you fight stress. It can lower your blood pressure and help you lose any extra pounds. Tal... |
bc4ab374a5230bec2af84ff474921de9 | Can stress affect my diabetes? | Manage Diabetes With Stress Reduction If you try different relaxation methods you can learn how to ease and prevent stress. That can help you take care of your health. Stress hormones can raise your blood sugar. When you can take care of stress, you can lower your blood sugar. Plus, with less stress you can have the en... |
3534b74b9d0d0bb4db1f541b946e5fe5 | How can yoga help alleviate stress for people with diabetes? | Slowly relax into a downward dog pose or a warrior's pose. This forces you to focus on your breathing, stretching, and how you place your body. It loosens tight muscles and turns your thoughts away from the stresses in your life. Consider taking a yoga class at a gym or a local community center. Or, do a yoga routine t... |
730192c4644f05b5446968627e38ddf7 | How do you make memories? | For something to become a memory, three functions must occur, including: Acquisition -- learning or experiencing something new Consolidation -- the memory becomes stable in the brain Recall -- having the ability to access the memory in the future Both acquisition and recall are functions that take place when you are aw... |
533b1843243f9763573763bb17c5e112 | What happens when you sleep? | Scientists don't know exactly how sleep enhances memory, but it appears to involve the brain's hippocampus and neocortex -- the part of the brain where long-term memories are stored. It is thought that during sleep, the hippocampus replays the events of the day for the neocortex, where it reviews and processes memories... |
3dcb7722f7fab482f55165da8facffb0 | What does sleep affect? | Studies show that sleep affects physical reflexes, fine motor skills, and judgment, too. One study showed that participants who were sleep deprived were more likely to think they were right when they were, in fact, wrong. Studies involving memory tests show that after a single night of sleep, or even a nap, people perf... |
e266f8ffbceb71c08f80074e6930bde3 | Why is sleep important for memory? | Imaging and behavioral studies continue to show the critical role sleep plays in learning and memory. Researchers believe that sleep affects learning and memory in two ways: Lack of sleep impairs a person's ability to focus and learn efficiently. Sleep is necessary to consolidate a memory (make it stick) so that it can... |
9b114f07c99431718235dd5b8ef2e496 | What are tips to help you get more sleep? | Here are some tips to help you get more sleep: Go to sleep and wake up at the same time each day. Get regular exercise, but do not exercise close to bedtime. Experts recommend allowing at least three hours between exercise and bed. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and nicotine before going to sleep. Take time to unwind before ... |
9ba56ae5a4eca5066ac9f8e82956f5ca | What are benefits of preterm formulas in supplemental feeding? | For babies who were born early and aren't able to breast-feed, doctors often recommend a formula made specially for premature babies. These formulas are higher in calories than breast milk. They also contain: Extra protein Vitamins Minerals Special formulas. |
848503c862f62dcd330ecdd53a01890d | Can my baby use formula if she's allergic to milk? | Babies who are allergic to milk proteins may need a special formula that contains broken-down versions of these proteins. There are also formulas for babies who have trouble digesting or absorbing nutrients from food. |
401de904827e11bdeec651d5b01a93d9 | Why do parents need to consider supplement options for premature babies? | Your doctor might also recommend supplementing breast milk with formula or switching over to formula if your baby is in one of these situations: Low blood sugar Dehydrated Loses too much body weight Has a high level of jaundice Can't get enough nutrition because he's not nursing well or you aren't producing enough milk... |
181acc62054ca56cac24169f7aceab7e | What can I take if I have bad side effects in my diabetic nephropathy medication? | If a person has side effects from taking ACE inhibitors, another class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers ( ARBs) can often be given instead. |
8dbfd65e6e85d544c3f5dc56852f8530 | What are the symptoms of diabetic nephropathy? | There are often no symptoms with early diabetic nephropathy. As the kidney function worsens, symptoms may include: Swelling of the hands, feet, and face Trouble sleeping or concentrating Poor appetite Nausea Weakness Itching (end-stage kidney disease) and extremely dry skin Drowsiness (end-stage kidney disease) Abnorma... |
e3df52fe7edef51e2a288cab2da6f123 | What is a hydrogen breath test? | Raised hydrogen breath levels indicate the improper digestion of lactose, which could lead to a diagnosis of lactose intolerance or the presence of abnormal bacteria in the colon. |
bf313bf62b8e2cdb11abdb4b4bf5bc76 | What happens after hydrogen breath test? | You may resume your normal activities and diet after a hydrogen breath test. A health care provider will discuss the results of the test with you. |
e2f8b85e868ddbb3e750c937c7c544c3 | Can you inherit chronic fatigue syndrome from your parents? | Chronic fatigue syndrome ME/ CFS can run in families. It's possible that some people inherit a risk for it from one of their parents, such as inheriting a defect in how a particular gene is built. Probably more important than how genes are built is whether genes are turned on or off properlyâdifferences in gene activ... |
87267148408e7d83f134280a3773b5fc | Does age and gender affect who gets chronic fatigue syndrome? | If you think you may have it, or are concerned that you could be at risk, check with your doctor. If you're a woman, you're four times more likely to get ME/ CFS than men. The condition is rare in children, but girls are more likely to develop it than boys. The illness most often begins in adults aged 30-50. With teena... |
e5fe7b0abd8a9d37a3ec0a6bb4637db8 | What are your chances of survival when prostate cancer spreads? | If it's caught and treated in this point, which is known as "regional" stage, your odds or recovery are very good. If it travels further, the cancer usually ends up in your bones. At that point, the chances of survival drop to 29%. Your doctor will talk to you about your best treatment options. What you choose will lar... |
d6a09cc610f24cca80cd35f1ac08a9f1 | How is prostate cancer treated once it has spread to my bones? | If prostate cancer has spread to your bones, you'll likely need medication to ease your pain, lower the risk of fractures, and keep your body's calcium levels steady. It can be dangerous if they go too high or too low. Your doctor might prescribe a drug to help keep your bones strong. You might take corticosteroids to ... |
ef0e36d9e83a8507fb8ec430b659da29 | How should you take care of yourself if you have prostate cancer? | Self-care is also important: Take naps to fight fatigue and try to do some light exercise, like walking, to keep your energy levels up. Being active can also help combat weight gain, especially if you add some strength training to your routine. Check with your doctor first to make sure it's safe for you to exercise. He... |
bab5004347fb3d9fcfbaee79f6dc363c | What do studies show about exercise and depression? | One study that involved 80 adults with mild to moderate major depression found that three sessions of heart-pumping activity each week for 12 weeks worked about as well as medication in fighting the symptoms of depression. The researchers also found that after 10 months, people who exercised were much less likely to re... |
347e1e398cf671b2cdf54baf1f064911 | What does psoriasis on your lips look like? | Psoriasis here is rare, but it does happen. Most of the time, patches are white or gray. They can be uncomfortable and may affect the way you talk and chew. |
be45c062578006352fc4cd89f5b75ecf | What does psoriasis on your genitals look like? | Psoriasis can affect your genitals. Some people only have it on their genitals. These flares are usually pink or red. They usually have little or no flaking or scaling. Psoriasis can also cause painful cracks, particularly between the buttocks. |
d25ef6efba3e048c9eab3ddeeb8fa134 | What can you do to treat psoriasis on your lips? | What you can do: Talk to your doctor right away. She will probably recommend a low-potency steroid cream, like 1% hydrocortisone ointment. She may suggest a steroid-free treatment like pimecrolimus or tacrolimus, which will suppress your immune system. |
1acd4227251a871009c07484522187fe | What are the signs of psoriasis and nail problems? | If you have either, you might notice your nails are: Pitted, with âpockingâ or holes in the nail Thicker than normal or discolored Separated from the nail bed What you can do: You may be able to disguise mild nail changes by scraping, filing, or polishing your nails. |
924628893f77f0454a1ab909706bede4 | Is there a cure for complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)? | There is no cure for CRPS. |
97b15d18f7e344d1798f3e75be1e0d2f | What are the symptoms of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)? | The symptoms of CRPS vary in their severity and length. One symptom of CRPS is continuous, intense pain that gets worse rather than better over time. If CRPS occurs after an injury, it may seem out of proportion to the severity of the injury. Even in cases involving an injury only to a finger or toe, pain can spread to... |
07f35a475b15fde9f8dc7e995c4dfd94 | What are the possible risks of taking part in a clinical trial for arthritis treatment? | Potential side effects from participating in a clinical trial will depend on the type of treatment and the patient's condition. All of the risks and side effects of the treatment being researched are not known at the beginning of the clinical trial. Since this is the case, there may be unknown side effects, as well as ... |
d372fb60c114c7f1928d8ab421b03e94 | What are different phases of clinical trials for arthritis? | In a phase I clinical trial, the new arthritis treatment being investigated is given to a small number of participants. The researchers determine the best way to give the new treatment and how much of it can be given safely. Phase II clinical trials determine the effect of the research treatment on patients and usually... |
b1b7db6f15c9c73544c0df109e9874e4 | What questions are researchers trying to answer during a clinical trial for a new arthritis treatment? | When a new arthritis treatment is studied for the first time in humans, it is not known exactly how it will work. With any new treatment, there are possible risks as well as benefits. Clinical trials help doctors discover the answers to the following questions: Is the treatment safe and effective? Is the treatment pote... |
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... |
e4c2892cb4ee290d3e3060dc6ec7191a | What causes normal pressure hydrocephalus? | Normal pressure hydrocephalus can occur after a head injury, bleeding around the brain (due to a blow to the head), stroke, meningitis (infection of a protective layer of tissue around the brain), or brain tumor. It can happen after surgery on the brain. How these conditions lead to NPH is not clear. In most cases, the... |
285c0681419aad30fe29e1a0ac4fd96e | What lab tests can help diagnose normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH)? | Lab Tests There is no lab test that confirms the diagnosis of NPH. Any lab tests that are done are probably being done to rule out conditions that might cause similar symptoms. |
f0e72205d1a5dad96038a4d11224762f | Why is normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) hard to diagnose? | The dementia symptoms of NPH can be similar to those of Alzheimer's disease. The walking problems are similar to those of Parkinson's disease. Experts say that many cases of NPH are misdiagnosed as one of these diseases. The good news is that, unlike Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, NPH can be reversed in many people with ... |
38d6623205cecda32206f28570ea8df4 | How well does a shunt operation work for normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH)? | The earlier the NPH is diagnosed, the better the chances that the surgery will help. In general, people with milder symptoms have better outcomes with this surgery. |
4a797eb7fd01333b995afbe2db133b57 | Do shunt operations work for everyone with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH)? | Shunt operations do not work for everyone with NPH. Many people who undergo a shunt operation have substantial symptom relief. In some, the symptoms improve and then start to worsen again. Others benefit little, if at all. Even the experts are not able to predict perfectly who will benefit and who will not. |
249b8d798c8d087c7fd37a1c4a619d85 | Can you prevent normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH)? | There is no known way to prevent NPH. A healthy lifestyle, including not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, and regular exercise, may help avoid conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, and stroke that might contribute to NPH. Wearing a seatbelt and safety helmet when indicated can help avoi... |
a8fc16f1d0b1aa9bbd90612e3b215a53 | What is a hip (acetabular) labral tear? | In others it causes pain in the groin. It can make you feel like your leg is "catching" or "clicking" in the socket as you move it. Over time, labral tears in the hip may cause permanent damage to the joint. The labrum is a band of tough cartilage and connective tissue that lines the rim of the hip socket, or acetabulu... |
7f07bf377e09d202861eb59542a482f0 | Who is most likely to get a labrum tear in their hip? | Labral tears of the hip are more common in women. They also occur more often in people who have abnormalities of the hip structure, like hip dysplasia and other conditions. In recent years, experts have found that acetabular labral tears are much more common than once thought. Studies show that up to 22% of athletes wh... |
6c205abb7bc5bf157226d36fcb909ced | What is biologic therapy for kidney cancer? | Biologic therapy for kidney cancer This therapy uses your immune system to fight cancer by boosting, directing, or restoring your body's natural defenses. Substances for biologic therapy are made by your body or in a lab. Examples of biologic therapy for metastatic kidney cancer include interferon alpha or interleukin-... |
74132027b847ec7ebffa52ae789f61e4 | What are the advantages of LASIK eye surgery? | LASIK has many benefits, including: It has been around for over 25 years and it works! It corrects vision. Around 96% of patients will have their desired vision after LASIK. An enhancement can further increase this number. LASIK is associated with very little pain due to the numbing drops that are used. Vision is corre... |
3487aa0ea5d503a807b077b02f41d7c3 | What are the disadvantages of LASIK eye surgery? | Despite the pluses, there are some disadvantages to LASIK eye surgery: LASIK is technically complex. Rare problems may occur when the doctor creates the flap, which can permanently affect vision. This is one reason to choose a surgeon who is very experienced at performing these surgeries. LASIK can rarely cause a loss ... |
e52d91b22ff30a3322b0208c81aa1414 | What is LASIK eye surgery? | LASIK, which stands for laser in-situ keratomileusis, is a popular surgery used to correct vision in people who are nearsighted, farsighted, or have astigmatism. All laser vision correction surgeries work by reshaping the cornea, the clear front part of the eye, so that light traveling through it is properly focused on... |
7f3f769c9e8ec186ed1c194373a34b1f | What happens during LASIK eye surgery? | During LASIK eye surgery, an instrument called a microkeratome or femtosecond laser is used to create a thin flap in the cornea. The cornea flap is then painlessly peeled back and the underlying corneal tissue is reshaped using another laser. After the cornea is reshaped so that it can properly focus light onto the ret... |
5310649e34b2b318cd437215d09d1308 | What are the benefits of LASIK eye surgery? | LASIK has many benefits, including: It has been around for over 25 years and it works! It corrects vision. Around 96% of patients will have their desired vision after LASIK. An enhancement can further increase this number. LASIK is associated with very little pain due to the numbing drops that are used. Vision is corre... |
a6626e563be8fb8c77de241554ddf6ba | How should I prepare on the day of my LASIK eye surgery? | On the day of your surgery, eat a light meal before going to the doctor and take all of your prescribed medications. Do not wear eye makeup or have any bulky accessories in your hair that will interfere with positioning your head under the laser. If you are not feeling well that morning, call the doctor's office to det... |
48d6de2ed5cf6ba70f75e5cd27404c7c | Why is it important to give your child a sense of control over bedwetting to help minimize the negative emotional effects of it? | There are a number of different ways you can help your child take some ownership of his bedwetting recovery, which will instill confidence and a sense of hope. First, work with your child to create and keep a bedwetting calendar or journal. Your child can recognize dry nights with stars and even come up with different ... |
d579aedb9a3df1f999e52fd0aa895324 | How do women with multiple sclerosis (MS) need to plan for pregnancy? | Time it right. Just like any woman, you might not get pregnant right away. To limit the time you're off your medicine, try to learn your âfertility window.â That's the time of the month when you're most likely to conceive. You can buy an ovulation kit at the drugstore to help you figure it out. Your doctor can reco... |
1807a8e0d4fa491a26360edc9881275a | Why do women with multiple sclerosis (MS) need to watch their mood? | Women with MS have a higher risk of depression during pregnancy and especially right after they give birth. Call your doctor if you start to notice any symptoms, like feeling sad or hopeless. Your ob-gyn may also screen you for depression during a routine prenatal or postpartum visit. Your doctor can help treat your de... |
6c0dccdd5f4c2bb72f7c5af6751d6b66 | Why do women with multiple sclerosis (MS) need to build a support team before getting pregnant? | MS can wear you out, and pregnancy can, too. Don't be afraid to ask family and friends to fix meals or help around the house so you can save your energy. Make sure your team is ready to pitch in after the baby comes, too. |
92625f6bf2e3b4d6997de8c1803e1bc9 | How does breastfeeding affect women with multiple sclerosis (MS)? | Think carefully about breastfeeding. If you go back on your meds, you won't be able to do it. The drugs could harm your baby through your milk. But if your doctor says it's OK to wait to take your medicine, breastfeed if you want to. It's perfectly safe for you and great for your little one. Store the milk you pump in ... |
a4ce7da52ab218bf89850b148a6d73e9 | Should I try and time my pregnancy right if I have multiple sclerosis? | Just like any woman, you might not get pregnant right away. To limit the time you're off your medicine, try to learn your âfertility window.â That's the time of the month when you're most likely to conceive. You can buy an ovulation kit at the drugstore to help you figure it out. Your doctor can recommend other way... |
26c560cb6cd9da4941dded6055c68103 | Should I think carefully about breastfeeding if I have multiple sclerosis? | Think carefully about breastfeeding. If you go back on your meds, you won't be able to do it. The drugs could harm your baby through your milk. But if your doctor says it's OK to wait to take your medicine, breastfeed if you want to. It's perfectly safe for you and great for your little one. Store the milk you pump in ... |
8dbef96dc983cbdd55394efffa073c16 | Should I expect some relief while I'm pregnant if I have multiple sclerosis? | That's because pregnancy naturally protects many women from new flares, especially after the first 3 months. So enjoy it! Focus on getting the right foods, exercise, and plenty of rest. |
d3f3a172cec5dcebb912034b5d7028ea | Should I build a support team during my pregnancy if I have multiple sclerosis? | MS can wear you out, and pregnancy can, too. Don't be afraid to ask family and friends to fix meals or help around the house so you can save your energy. Make sure your team is ready to pitch in after the baby comes, too. |
993e80588db11481468e0f69e8e9a7d5 | Does multiple sclerosis present specific challenges to women with pregnancy? | If you want to start a family, having multiple sclerosis ( MS) doesn't have to stop you. It doesn't keep you from getting pregnant or hurt your unborn baby. Odds are your pregnancy and delivery will be just like women without MS. Still, moms-to-be with MS face unique challenges. Plan ahead and learn what to do before, ... |
a121e31dfb74bf3814995f7f77cd04e4 | Should I mind my mood if I have multiple sclerosis? | Women with MS have a higher risk of depression during pregnancy and especially right after they give birth. Call your doctor if you start to notice any symptoms, like feeling sad or hopeless. Your ob-gyn may also screen you for depression during a routine prenatal or postpartum visit. Your doctor can help treat your de... |
559ee1d79d4375c668ef6fe14d6d1f36 | Should I prop myself up if I am pregnant with multiple sclerosis? | Prop yourself up. As you get bigger, your balance may be off. Use a cane or other walking aid so you don't fall. |
d4a47c5e403f23caa89209bbeb3bb9cc | Should I be aware of multiple sclerosis flare-ups after I come home from giving birth? | In the first 9 months after birth, up to 40% of women with MS will have a relapse. But a flare doesn't raise your risk of a long-term disability. If you had many flares before pregnancy, you may be more likely to have one now. It may be a good idea to start taking your MS medicine right away to help stop one. |
367893f8d4b8cb7ff5233eff9a5c2fef | Why should someone with multiple sclerosis (MS) enjoy pregnancy? | You may get a break from your MS symptoms. That's because pregnancy naturally protects many women from new flares, especially after the first 3 months. So enjoy it! Focus on getting the right foods, exercise, and plenty of rest. |
563a00b5b1b115fb086e53ad70b599cd | How do pregnant women with multiple sclerosis (MS) prepare for delivery? | Prepare for your special delivery. Chances are you'll be able to give birth just like any other woman. If you can't push because of fatigue or muscle weakness, your doctor may use special tools to help you deliver naturally. Or you might need a C-section. You might not know when labor starts if you have lost feeling in... |
0edc981f48449fe700887285228ac0f9 | Why would someone with multiple sclerosis (MS) need to prop themselves up? | Prop yourself up. As you get bigger, your balance may be off. Use a cane or other walking aid so you don't fall. |
bb1bb911979e6fc787708404678bde8a | Which multiple sclerosis (MS) drugs are not safe to take while pregnant? | Talk to your doctor. Let her know you want to have a baby. If your MS is under control, you'll probably get a green light. Some MS drugs, like glatiramer acetate ( Copaxone), teriflunomide ( Aubagio), and interferons, aren't safe during pregnancy. You'll need to stop taking them at least 1 month before you start trying... |
9fd863f0c0780c0b1cb88978dc7ca667 | How many women with multiple sclerosis (MS) have flare-ups after giving birth? | Be aware of flares. In the first 9 months after birth, up to 40% of women with MS will have a relapse. But a flare doesn't raise your risk of a long-term disability. If you had many flares before pregnancy, you may be more likely to have one now. It may be a good idea to start taking your MS medicine right away to help... |
21e924fea82f2d8904b60fedda219093 | What is the chance that a baby will get multiple sclerosis (MS)? | Will your baby grow up to have MS? It's a common concern for many parents-to-be. MS does have some genetic links, but the adult children of parents with the condition have a 96% chance they won'thave it. |
43e7fa926432bb78c9033ff0e29164cd | Why are urinary tract infections (UTIs) more common in pregnant women with multiple sclerosis (MS)? | Watch out for urinary tract infections ( UTIs). They are more common for pregnant women with MS. Drink lots of water, and tell your doctor if you feel burning when you go to the bathroom or if your urine is cloudy or smelly. You may get monthly urine tests to check for UTIs. You also may have trouble with constipation.... |
1848478846931e37d814f1d3e7ad915c | What are the causes of testicular azoospermia? | Testicular azoospermia: Damage to your testicles keeps them from making sperm normally. It can happen because of: An infection in your reproductive tract, such as epididymitis and urethritis A childhood illness such as viral orchitis, which causes swelling of one or both testicles A groin injury Cancer or its treatment... |
fd2d84eb2443dfd247c7c8f234263e48 | What is ALK Rearrangement in non-small-cell lung cancer? | ALK (anaplastic lymphoma kinase) is a gene that tells your body how to make proteins that help cells talk to each other. If you have lung cancer with an ALK rearrangement, part of this gene is broken and attached to another gene. Doctors call changes in genes like this mutations. This one boosts your odds of several ty... |
9bb016a809ccd5718ee8d5d09d7eee04 | How often will I see my doctor if I have non-small-cell lung cancer? | This also depends on the stage of your cancer. Your health care team will let you know how often you should come in for checkups. Keep all your appointments so your doctors can keep up with how you feel and how well your treatment is working. He may order regular follow-up tests, like: Blood work Lung tests Imaging tes... |
6aaed67e5143b8222b45345c6a4b22ff | Can a clinical trial help treat non-small-cell lung cancer? | He may order regular follow-up tests, like: Blood work Lung tests Imaging tests to take pictures of the inside of your body, like CT scans or chest X-rays Scientists are looking for new ways to fight lung cancer. A clinical trial may be a good option if what you're doing isn't working, especially if you have stage IV c... |
ed1ea70fc1bd5dc261c99bbde9a37bcf | What are side effects of ALK inhibitors used to treat lung cancer? | Like all medicines, these drugs can cause other problems. The most common include: Diarrhea Fatigue Nausea Vomiting Blurry vision These side effects are usually mild, but not always. Stomach problems tend to be more severe with ceritinib. In rare cases, some people have to stop taking the drug. |
b59ab331f0a1e601a8a5a9bbb5f7deb6 | Should my doctor run an EKG test before taking drugs for non-small-cell lung cancer? | Before you take these drugs, your doctor should do an EKG to test your heart. ALK inhibitors have been linked to changes in the heartbeat or heart rate that aren't explained by other health problems or medications. |
740fb86990c7fb77023c5f41198352ae | Will I need other specific treatments to treat non-small-cell lung cancer? | This depends on how far your cancer has spread. If it has reached your brain, your doctor might suggest surgery or radiation. But newer ALK inhibitors are helping to reduce this need. Your doctor will prescribe other treatments to keep you as comfortable as possible. These often include: Medicines to ease your pain, sh... |
66eded9d825109cde67c4aed8027cb0f | Are there treatments for non-small-cell lung cancer? | Medicines called ALK inhibitors are the main kind. These drugs block the abnormal ALK protein and shrink lung tumors linked to it. Your doctor might call this âtargeted therapyâ because it zooms in on the cancer cells and disrupts their growth. You should only take these drugs if a FISH test shows you have the muta... |
52ca32a112bcf2c7f2bf4b45d84975e5 | What are the symptoms of lung cancer? | Lung cancer may not cause problems until you've had it long enough for it to spread to other parts of your body. But talk to your doctor if you have: A cough that doesn't go away Chest pain that gets worse with deep breathing, coughing, or laughing Hoarseness Weight loss without trying and loss of appetite Coughing up ... |
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