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57d4900b5714e44b8ca7f6891d798dd6 | What is reactive attachment disorder (RAD)? | Reactive attachment disorder ( RAD) is a condition found in children who may have received grossly negligent care and do not form a healthy emotional attachment with their primary caregivers -- usually their mothers -- before age 5. var s_context; s_context= s_context || {}; s_context['wb.modimp'] = 'vidfloat'; if(webm... |
aee5db04ead84bb528ef33705444839a | How can finances related to psoriasis cause stress? | Psoriasis treatments can be costly. A year's supply of biologic drugs can cost more than $25,000. And even cheaper treatments add up. |
86b80e45bcc482e48ca534aedac2428a | How can you relax if you have stress and psoriasis? | Learn techniques to relax. Try one of these stress-busters: Deep breathing Meditation Tai chi Yoga They can lower stress and may even help your treatment. One study found that people who listened to meditation tapes while they got light therapy did twice as well as those who only got light therapy. Long walks and long ... |
da10824ab2fdd53c0a9d99c67099a7eb | How does pain from psoriasis cause stress? | Psoriasis can cause chronic pain, which adds a constant level of stress in your life. Sometimes the pain can make day-to-day actions hard. If you have arthritis in your joints, this is more likely. |
a4fd8efef0078d07e4a79473d2779d2f | How can trusting your doctor help with stress and psoriasis? | To ease stress, you need to have faith in your doctor to work out the best plan for your treatment. You are partners. If you don't feel like you are, or if you have doubts about your treatment plan, see another doctor. |
9ea426e2e2c254ddff7a7ae52d30fe86 | How can getting a massage help your stress and psoriasis? | A good massage can: Ease muscle tension Lower stress Help you relax If you can, find a massage therapist who has worked with people who have psoriasis. |
0d0a22e0308c4a9c09b7d936ea178c1b | Can stress cause psoriasis? | Experts aren't sure how psoriasis and stress are linked. It may have to do with an effect on the immune system. Some people have their first flare of psoriasis during a very stressful time in their life. |
318eb1d2c6dba6bd5e4014f746d319a2 | Should I get better treatment if I have psoriasis? | But it can also be the best cure for both your stress and psoriasis. If you have good control of your condition, you get rid of the core cause of your stress. |
2656fea8454235202c0d1a2ef927e021 | Should I trust my doctor if I have psoriasis? | To ease stress, you need to have faith in your doctor to work out the best plan for your treatment. You are partners. If you don't feel like you are, or if you have doubts about your treatment plan, see another doctor. |
e83fdcc6e35c518e6249a0de2de3c57b | How do stress and psoriasis go together? | Stress can make psoriasis worse, and psoriasis can make you stressed. But there are ways to ease stress that may help your psoriasis, too. |
aaac929ee5d5ce24b7f2e8bb7bf3d92b | Should I get professional help if I have psoriasis? | If you find stress and psoriasis hard to handle -- or feel very anxious or depressed -- see a mental health therapist. A therapist can help you manage some of the hard emotional issues that stem from life with psoriasis. A therapist can also teach you useful ways to calm stress. |
88b15bf271e724b8a325c1610008be7f | How does life with a chronic condition cause stress related to psoriasis? | Sometimes psoriasis can wear you down. You may also sometimes find yourself anxious about the future. |
b1b209e8b0f07579944957b8ae884836 | Can bleeding gums be a sign of diabetes? | When you have this disease, your mouth isn't as powerful at fighting germs, so you're more likely to get infections like gum disease. High blood sugar levels that go along with diabetes make it harder for your body to heal, which can make gum disease worse. Bleeding gums can be a sign of leukemia, a type of cancer. |
7b2e777325944c88204ab9085716eb38 | What is the main focus of chiropractors? | Chiropractors' expertise is doing adjustments, recommending exercises, and offering nutrition and lifestyle advice. They mainly focus on problems involving the musculoskeletal system, such as back pain, neck pain, and headaches. Chiropractors cannot prescribe medicine or do surgery. Chiropractors emphasize the alignmen... |
874847d00e0d89991e17c6cbb25593ba | What shots will the veterinarian us to put my pet to sleep? | Many vets give the pet a shot of sedative before the euthanasia drug. The vet will explain to you what he's doing and where he's giving the shot. Some vets only use a sedative if the pet is frightened or can't relax. |
96ca502db8c9fd8ac1ad4d9c75f00cd6 | How does euthanasia medication work to put my pet to sleep? | The euthanasia medication most vets use is pentobarbital, a seizure medication. In large doses, it quickly renders the pet unconscious. It shuts down her heart and brain functions usually within one or two minutes. It is usually given by an IV injection in one of her legs. |
ba2d5178f1ac4b3f320f3c9caa5e04f8 | What is the goal of phlebotomy for polycythemia vera (PV)? | The goal is to lower your hematocrit level. Hematocrit is the percentage of red blood cells compared with the total amount of blood. |
51e4d84c59823e4901bda8e9a26293cf | How does interferon-alfa help treat polycythemia vera (PV)? | Interferon-alfa ( Intron A, Roferon- A) works on your immune system. It targets quickly dividing red blood cells to slow their production. |
5d6e254808376b3a9e5ac000b957ccf0 | Will I still get periods while on the pill? | But technically that's âmonthly withdrawal bleeding.â It's slightly different than a regular period. Normally, you ovulate in the middle of your menstrual cycle. If the egg your ovaries release isn't fertilized, your hormone levels drop, causing you to shed the lining inside your uterus, and you get your period. Bi... |
c32728a2e791321bc26545ccc251a755 | When should I call my doctor about PMS? | Talk with your doctor if you notice that something seems off. You have more options to help you manage that time of the month. |
d481f8e50c5ac5d6d172269135e05777 | Can I get pregnant during my period? | It's time to squash that age-old myth: Your period doesn't protect you from pregnancy. There are a couple of reasons why. First, some women may bleed when their ovaries release an egg each month, called ovulation, and mistake it for their period. You're at your peak fertility when you ovulate. So if you have sex during... |
f0b69f562901e29267a0924eb8b00b12 | How does my period change throughout my life? | Just when you start to feel like you can predict exactly when your period is going to show, everything can change. For that, you can thank the hormone shifts that happen throughout your lifetime. Once you get your very first period, your cycles may be longer, meaning more time may pass between when one period starts to... |
52feb4cdbf97c35f66b76e08c3ec32bb | What happens during step 2 of an ileocolectomy and colectomy? | In the ileocolectomy, the diseased section of the ileum and ascending colon must be cut away from the healthy bowel. Before this section can be removed, it must be freed from its supporting structures. In the right colectomy, the ascending colon must be freed from its supporting structure. The bowel is attached to the ... |
a9d5c3888697ac0303a06f6d27f7cf4d | What happens during step 4 of an ileocolectomy and colectomy? | After the bag has been removed, the ends of the colon will be pulled through the enlarged incision. Your surgeon will then use a stapling device or sutures (stitches) to rejoin the bowel. This rejoining is called an "anastomosis." Before the operation is completed, the surgeon will rinse out the abdominal cavity and ch... |
f814cc0cfdd2bf8df727e940e160d756 | How can you conserve energy during meal preparation if you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? | Try these tips for easier eating: Conserve energy: Choose foods that are easier to prepare. It's more important to eat than to prepare fancy foods. Get help with meal preparation -- ask your family or friends for help, or check with local government agencies or church organizations about meal deliveries. Many are low-c... |
8ffc2054ed174991cbee79f9cd2b9253 | Why is it helpful to avoid salt when you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? | Avoid salt. Salt (sodium) makes your body retain water, which increases swelling. This makes breathing more difficult. To reduce your salt intake, try to: Read food labels and choose foods with fewer than 300 milligrams of sodium per serving. Use no-salt spices. Avoid adding salt while cooking. |
c47e68fb518876f9afaef87e723d842a | How can you stimulate your appetite if you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? | Stimulate your appetite: Keep healthy foods visible and within easy reach. Eat a variety of healthy foods, especially your favorites. Use colorful place settings or play background music while eating. Eat with other people as often as you can. Walk or do light exercises. |
4f2608366a2065009a9443f3096dab9a | How can a diet full of healthy foods help you manage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? | When you have COPD, a diet full of healthy foods: Helps you maintain a healthy weight Provides your body the energy it needs Supplies enough calories, keeping breathing and other muscles strong Helps your body fight infections by strengthening your immune system When you have COPD, you may need to make some diet change... |
d88ba11e6bbb6325d6b4efb569051131 | Could glaucoma medication cause problems with my tear ducts? | Sometimes, glaucoma treatments affect the tear ducts. Certain eye drops may cause the conjunctiva in the eye and the tear ducts to swell. |
9956628092b5118701590b344a32103a | What are common problems with tear ducts? | Some of the most common causes are: Babies are sometimes born with a blocked tear duct. In some cases, the duct or drainage system doesn't form correctly in the womb. Conditions like Down syndrome that change the shape of the skull and face can make the ducts narrower than usual. More often, the cause is a thin piece o... |
d954f88107cc587d9613dcbb25eab24a | What are causes of extra ear hair? | There's also a condition known as hypertrichosis, where hair grows all over your body. Some cases are genetic, but most aren't. Other causes include: ⢠Certain medications ⢠Disorders of your metabolic or endocrine system ⢠Poor nutrition ⢠Abnormal growths in your ovaries or adrenal glands ⢠Infectious or in... |
94e5bf7f7cdc88020fb1df80aeedc261 | Is it safe to remove my extra ear hair? | Hairy ears won't cause any serious health problems, but if you don't like the way it looks or feels, you can remove it. |
aff0f5aa6645a9faff57984e938ce3ae | Do men pass down the genetic to have extra ear hair? | Doctors don't know exactly why some people have so much. For many years, researchers thought it was a trait men passed down genetically, through their Y chromosome. More recent studies say that isn't true. |
0d99df71f3db36fa9981aa965866ffa2 | Who gets exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)? | If the organ can't do its job, you can have digestive and other problems, such as: Loss of appetite Diarrhea Weight loss Loose, pale, oily, foul-smelling stools Stomach pain Gas and bloating Bone pain Muscle cramps Without treatment, EPI can make you malnourished -- you won't get enough important vitamins and nutrients... |
d716c947e050e03bf3c20e96f61bb565 | How can cystic fibrosis cause exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)? | In this genetic disorder, your body makes a thick, sticky mucus that can block the pancreas and keep it from releasing enzymes. If you have cystic fibrosis, your doctor might want to test you for EPI. It's especially important to get pancreas problems diagnosed in children because they need the right amount of nutrient... |
a5640cb368dcee7c2c2b6560441e2bde | What are symptoms of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)? | If the organ can't do its job, you can have digestive and other problems, such as: Loss of appetite Diarrhea Weight loss Loose, pale, oily, foul-smelling stools Stomach pain Gas and bloating Bone pain Muscle cramps Without treatment, EPI can make you malnourished -- you won't get enough important vitamins and nutrients... |
3c8c15524eed115196bcd50075df1e5f | What is mutation testing for gastrointestinal-stromal tumors? | At this time, mutation testing is recommended for everyone with GIST. Testing for the Kit mutation will be positive in 87% of cases of GIST. Testing for the PDGFRA genetic mutation will be positive in 4% of GIST cases. How is this cancer staged? |
fdd4a77c737829d440156fd2e8a28556 | What does surgery for a gastrointestinal-stromal tumor consist of? | The primary treatment of GIST is surgery to remove the tumor, if possible (85% of the time). Surgery is recommended for any tumor over 2 cm in size. The actual surgical procedure will differ depending on where the tumor is located. It may be done using laparoscopic or open surgical techniques. The surgeon will remove t... |
62c76d63c9be6eacbbf27ff2b9db477e | What other treatment options are available for a gastrointestinal-stromal tumor if Imatinib (Gleevec) can't be used? | If you can't take Gleevec or become resistant to it over time, another drug called sunitinib ( Sutent) is available. The drug regorafenib ( Stivarga) is used to treat patients who have tumors that cannot be surgically removed and no longer respond to Gleevec or Sutent. Other drugs such as sorafenib ( Nexavar), dasatini... |
4a205511ab85f5febc263999dfa4c5bd | How do I know if gastrointestinal-stromal tumor cancer will return after treatment? | It's difficult to predict if GIST cancer will return. Based on tumor size and how fast it is growing, the tumor will be categorized as low, intermediate, or high risk. The location of the primary tumor also plays a role in the risk of tumor recurrence. Tumors in the stomach are less aggressive than tumors that develop ... |
8b513413a68f1bdceeeced51b1b984fa | What causes gastrointestinal-stromal tumors? | GIST is caused by a genetic mutation, an error in the normal order of genes. In most cases, the mutation is to a gene that directs the cells to make a protein (called KIT or CD117) that causes the cells to grow and divide. In this case, the gene mutation causes the ICC cells to grow and divide in an uncontrolled manner... |
a46869b9134180ab74fbf91f05a668e5 | What factors determine the stage of gastrointestinal-stromal tumors? | Doctors use staging to determine the extent of a malignancy. These three factors determine staging: The size and location of the tumor Whether or not cancer has spread to lymph nodes or other organs How fast the cells are growing The chart below shows how letters and numbers are used to identify your cancer stage. |
b24bb702cd6812cc87c17ea5150c0b10 | What specialists should I see for a gastrointestinal-stromal tumor? | Because GIST is rare and can be unpredictable, choosing the correct doctor is an important decision. There are a limited number of doctors and medical centers experienced in treating GIST. Talk to your doctor about finding a doctor who is skilled in GIST treatment. In most cases, a team of experts is assembled to treat... |
a200639dad6a2f8993743b7c1e47d0c1 | How can kicking your smoking habit affect your skin? | Smoother Skin Skin changes, like a leathery texture and deep wrinkling, are more likely in people who are regular smokers. Smoking leads to biochemical changes in the body that speed the aging process. Another classic smoker giveaway is tar staining of the hands and skin from holding cigarettes. Plus, the muscle action... |
d3fd1f26895bc05a087bf05de72432ce | How can kicking your smoking habit affect your immunity? | Fewer Infections Smoking also makes you more vulnerable to seasonal flus and colds. Tiny hairs called cilia that line the respiratory tract, including the trachea and bronchial tubes, help protect you. But one of the toxic effects of cigarette smoke is that it paralyzes the cilia, which erases that protection. That's w... |
b22ce7e5b0a29ceee2194fcb79535472 | How can kicking your smoking habit affect your finances? | For Your Wallet All the money that you spend on cigarettes goes up in smoke. Just think what you could do with it if it were back in your bank account. The total? That depends on your habits. By some estimates, if you smoke a pack a day, you could spend $100,000 or more on cigarettes and lighters. Plus, over the years,... |
a3414a167f77420c064dacca5d3f550c | How can kicking your smoking habit affect your activity? | Your Fittest Self After you quit, it should get easier to do simple things like climbing a set of stairs. You could get back to sports or activities you once loved or always wanted to try, such as volleyball or jogging. Even if you're a young athlete who is in top physical condition, smoking will cost you when you comp... |
7c930011092cf7644e308a28ce136ffe | How can quitting smoking help your senses? | Your own sense of smell would get a boost, too. Smoking dulls your senses, especially smell and taste. Some smokers realize that foods don't taste the way they used to. But because it doesn't happen all at once, it can be hard to notice. Quitting fixes that. |
e27e23b39209b102e60dc71160732894 | Are multiple sclerosis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis different? | That's not so with multiple sclerosis. |
0019c61f15f2f27b6febdcc3de60b71b | Is multiple sclerosis diagnosed earlier in life than amoytrophic lateral sclerosis? | It's usually discovered between the ages of 20 and 40. ALS is often diagnosed between 40 and 70. |
1425fd79e77b9bfd799673b87f62c9e0 | How does amoytrophic lateral sclerosis attack the nerve cells? | ALS breaks down the actual nerve cells in your brain and spinal cord. These cells, called motor neurons, are in charge of the voluntary muscles in your arms, legs, and face. You lose control of your motor functions, and as the motor neurons break down, the myelin sheaths harden. |
06285c96baf930f825c70a73be072377 | What is the prevalence of multiple sclerosis and amoytrophic lateral sclerosis among races? | MS is most common in Caucasians. ALS affects all ethnic groups equally. |
2bd23438294ca35a2b912d017fd657db | Are multiple sclerosis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis inherited diseases? | ALS can be inherited, but MS can't. Up to 10% of ALS cases are passed down directly through genes. That's not so with multiple sclerosis. |
ee9ee433ef2018db1c3585ab972529d5 | What are the later stage symptoms of amoytrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)? | As ALS attacks the nerves that deal with movement, your symptoms will get worse. In the later stages of the disease, you can have: Slurred speech Shortness of breath Trouble breathing Trouble swallowing An inability to move (paralysis) Most people with ALS live 5 years or less after their diagnosis, but some live much ... |
00b31105f5acab2746063dabba575238 | Does multiple sclerosis affect other parts of the body besides the nerves? | Unlike ALS, which affects only nerves involved in movement, MS can also affect your: Senses -- taste, smell, touch, sight Bladder control Mental and emotional health Sensitivity to temperature Because of complications related to the disease, the life expectancy of someone with MS is about 7 years less than someone with... |
bf9c48a91ec633fab2a13f8b803f361a | What is the prognosis for people with amoytrophic lateral sclerosis? | In the later stages of the disease, you can have: Slurred speech Shortness of breath Trouble breathing Trouble swallowing An inability to move (paralysis) Most people with ALS live 5 years or less after their diagnosis, but some live much longer. Research is underway to find treatments to extend and improve the quality... |
285b168b5ecfe6abe16e3964c97f99e9 | What are the similarities between multiple sclerosis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis? | They both: Affect your muscles and your ability to move your body Attack your brain and spinal cord Have âsclerosisâ in their name Cause scarring or hardening around nerve cells They have some key differences, though. |
ba117dfade0d546e02a48b6930696648 | What is the life expectancy of someone with multiple sclerosis? | Unlike ALS, which affects only nerves involved in movement, MS can also affect your: Senses -- taste, smell, touch, sight Bladder control Mental and emotional health Sensitivity to temperature Because of complications related to the disease, the life expectancy of someone with MS is about 7 years less than someone with... |
c2dbff265c75e8355fc199c199be150f | How does multiple sclerosis affect myelin sheaths? | When you have MS, your body attacks the myelin sheaths in your brain and spinal cord. When myelin sheaths are damaged, signals from your brain to other parts of your body get short-circuited. |
4d65361c5a86bdd53a65d8f459d41aaa | What does amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and multiple sclerosis cause? | Sclerosisâ comes the Greek word for âscar.â Both ALS and MS cause scarring of the covering of nerve fibers. But the process of how that happens is different for each. Nerve cells in your body are wrapped in thin coverings called myelin sheaths. They protect these cells, similar to how insulation protects electric... |
b2e37beafc889b1687da624c07f0fc5a | How long do people live after diagnosing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis? | In the later stages of the disease, you can have: Slurred speech Shortness of breath Trouble breathing Trouble swallowing An inability to move (paralysis) Most people with ALS live 5 years or less after their diagnosis, but some live much longer. Research is underway to find treatments to extend and improve the quality... |
6362dbf8b4962d31ba9e63803fe1070b | What are the differences between multiple sclerosis and amoytrophic lateral sclerosis? | MS is an autoimmune disease that causes your body to attack itself. ALS, also called Lou Gehrig's disease, is a nervous system disorder that wears away nerve cells in your brain and spinal cord. Both are treated differently. " |
bad33904f5ec70f61bf8c6af7daf71d3 | What can multiple sclerosis affect? | Unlike ALS, which affects only nerves involved in movement, MS can also affect your: Senses -- taste, smell, touch, sight Bladder control Mental and emotional health Sensitivity to temperature Because of complications related to the disease, the life expectancy of someone with MS is about 7 years less than someone with... |
1006197709919d5a974866f2781b107c | What is the course of multiple sclerosis? | With MS, the course of the disease is harder to predict. Your symptoms may come and go, and may even disappear for months or years at a time. |
3c5cb9bbe840d7c4d1b20555136f2cb9 | What are the symptoms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in later stages? | As ALS attacks the nerves that deal with movement, your symptoms will get worse. In the later stages of the disease, you can have: Slurred speech Shortness of breath Trouble breathing Trouble swallowing An inability to move (paralysis) Most people with ALS live 5 years or less after their diagnosis, but some live much ... |
06f894e94c6b9cad123847259a933c00 | What are the differences between amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and multiple sclerosis? | MS is diagnosed earlier in life than ALS. It's usually discovered between the ages of 20 and 40. ALS is often diagnosed between 40 and 70. They affect genders differently. More women than men get MS. ALS is more common in men. MS is most common in Caucasians. ALS affects all ethnic groups equally. ALS can be inherited,... |
85eae8b9911658dad0a0dd3dee393a1b | What is the role of a dietitian for someone with gestational diabetes? | Your doctor or a dietitian can give you specific advice on how much you should eat and when you need to check your blood sugar. |
ca254bdd284a93ea18e7c80701f52b74 | How many calories should come from carbs vs. protein if I have gestational diabetes? | Get 40% of your daily calories from carbs and 20% from protein. |
b766cc2c79d89402026870fa72dd1f6f | How much fat can I have per day if I have gestational diabetes? | Limit your total fat to less than 40% of your daily calories. Saturated fat should be less than 10% of all the fat you eat. Eat a variety of foods to make sure you get enough vitamins and minerals. You may need to take a supplement to cover your bases. Ask your doctor if they think you should take one. |
357bfec5bc8f4339ebec7fc5d7e188b7 | What is psychosis? | You might see, hear, or believe things that aren't real. |
2a6f2ca694e59781725cd56cdbef7b52 | How can supportive psychotherapy help with psychosis? | Supportive psychotherapy helps you learn to live with and manage psychosis. |
f4817a9e3937e60aa3589d36241bd2cb | How is psychosis diagnosed? | You can see a psychologist, psychiatrist, or a social worker. They'll find out what might have caused your symptoms and look for related conditions. Doctors diagnose mental illnesses after ruling out other things that could be causing psychotic symptoms. |
702c0b99280d089c7807245bd8c8ef0c | How is psychosis diagnosed? | You can see a psychologist, psychiatrist, or a social worker. They'll find out what might have caused your symptoms and look for related conditions. Doctors diagnose mental illnesses after ruling out other things that could be causing psychotic symptoms. |
5ff0006658720afac4a548664fad98bb | How can psychotherapy help with psychosis? | Counseling, along with medicines, can also help manage psychosis. |
ec260b46bd93f3d01804cae3b74e8629 | How can cognitive enhancement therapy help with psychosis? | Cognitive enhancement therapy ( CET) uses computer exercises and group work to help you think and understand better. |
e4776a4669756307eae530196f27d8c8 | How are nausea medications ingested? | Most nausea medicines come in pill form, but if the problem is severe, you can take them as a rectal suppository. |
3ed4a67882319a84281dee2394a6c09a | Are nausea and vomiting associated with migraines? | Many people who have migraines often have nausea and vomiting along with their head pain. Those symptoms usually get better when you treat the migraine. But sometimes the nausea and vomiting are bad enough to keep a person from taking their migraine medications. In these cases, a nausea drug can relieve your symptoms a... |
b235ef36dd3eb2f561995949d599dfeb | How can you tell if you have fatty acid imbalance relative to breast pain? | These acids are found in vegetable and animals oils. If there's an imbalance of them in your cells, your breasts can be more sensitive to hormones. To reduce your symptoms, try cutting down the fat in your diet. Your doctor might also recommend a diet high in complex carbs. Some doctors think taking evening primrose oi... |
58754d490595bff574b09ea28fd64d13 | How can you tell if you have extramammary breast pain? | Yours might be linked to another issue if: Your pain feels like soreness, burning, or tightness Discomfort is constant (or unpredictable) Pain seems to affect one breast in a particular area You've passed menopause This pain feels like it's coming from your breasts. But it's actually radiating from somewhere else, ofte... |
59a4cfb697a6dbe183a859e83febfe30 | What are the signs of cyclical breast pain? | Your breast pain is likely cyclical -- meaning it's linked to your reproductive cycle -- if you have some of these signs: The pain feels achy and heavy Your breasts swell or seem lumpy Both breasts are affected, mainly the upper and outer areas. Sometimes, the pain can radiate to your armpits Symptoms get worse during ... |
c46d00fae8523a4b91e816847b399ce5 | How can you tell if you have noncyclical breast pain? | Breast pain also can be triggered by reasons other than hormones. Yours might be linked to another issue if: Your pain feels like soreness, burning, or tightness Discomfort is constant (or unpredictable) Pain seems to affect one breast in a particular area You've passed menopause This pain feels like it's coming from y... |
17497d15f1a70a07001234641a7e5c00 | When should get my child medical attention for an electrical shock? | Has been injured by an electrical shock Electrical shocks always need emergency medical attention -- even if your child seems to be fine afterward. |
eca5037bf3b8c0958af29555ff2eacb9 | What cancer causes the most deaths in women in the United States? | Lung cancer has surpassed breast cancer as the cause of most cancer-related deaths in men and women in the U. S. |
b23233086bbb88aa55e3359bd2e56525 | How common is lung cancer? | Lung cancer is responsible for the most cancer-related deaths for both men and women throughout the world. The American Cancer Society estimated that about 234,030 new cases of lung cancer would be diagnosed and about 154,050 deaths due to lung cancer would occur in 2018. |
167a1b6057d0a62fa0b245e3425a93fc | What factors led to the increased prevalence of lung cancer? | The American Cancer Society estimated that about 234,030 new cases of lung cancer would be diagnosed and about 154,050 deaths due to lung cancer would occur in 2018. Not counting skin cancer, it is the second most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the US. |
7792ea3afa6d90074e3eaf76749b7fa6 | Should I take medications for my migraines if I am pregnant? | If you're pregnant -- or planning to get pregnant soon -- your doctor will generally advise you to stay off medications unless they're absolutely needed. Together, you'll have to weigh the potential effects of a drug on your unborn baby. In some cases, a decision will need to be made based on scant or inconclusive rese... |
28f41aa4acd6384ea3a05bb3f599994c | What should I write down each time I have a headache? | Each time you have a headache, write down: Your specific symptoms: where you feel the pain, what the pain feels like, and any other symptoms such as vomiting or sensitivity to noise, smells, or bright light The time your headache started and ended Food and beverages you had during the 24 hours before the migraine Any c... |
846f83527e96217e6b38416d682afe78 | How can a headache diary help my migraines during pregnancy? | A headache diary can let you track your particular triggers. This will help your doctor decide on what treatment will work best to relieve your specific symptoms. It may also help you recognize a pattern that tells you which triggers to avoid while you're pregnant. |
09b6373d1e4d572e9f86d5c3991d4821 | Does estrogen play a role in migraines during pregnancy? | Estrogen is thought to play a role in migraines. That's why pregnancy, menstruation, and menopause often change a woman's pattern of migraine headaches. |
927af48aa1e0582b13c59e583bb6e16a | What are some self-care tips for migraines during pregnancy? | Your first line of defense against migraine headaches is a healthy lifestyle and self-care. Here are some tips to help you manage migraines during pregnancy: Avoid your known triggers, such as specific foods, as much as possible. |
bd6f4c98ea884200b0d544ed5396822c | Are ergotamines used to treat migraines during pregnancy? | Ergotamines work specifically for migraine pain. But doctors advise against taking these drugs during pregnancy. They carry a risk of birth defects, especially if taken in the first trimester. These drugs may also stimulate labor contractions and premature birth. |
79f54c08c3fb4071fa10a281288b2b84 | What can trigger a migraine during pregnancy? | Hormone changes during pregnancy are not the only thing that can trigger migraine headaches. Most women have a combination of triggers. For instance, stress, skipped meals, and lack of sleep may all trigger a migraine. |
966ebf2e28b40b8f45c3e40e6ea98967 | What do you need to know about migraine headaches and pregnancy? | If you're pregnant, you're no doubt experiencing new aches and pains. If you're also one of the millions of pregnant women who experience migraines, you might be glad to know that pregnancy eases migraine headache symptoms for many women. |
ce5251d07607bd7e8e325aebe5778425 | Are triptans used to treat migraines during pregnancy? | Triptans work specifically on the migraine pain pathway. Triptans aren't known to cause birth defects. But most research to date has focused on animals, not humans. Some experts still warn about combining triptans with two common classes of antidepressants: selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors ( SSRIs) selective ser... |
3aa1fcb85c9faa1fd81ba712edbee1b8 | Are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used to treat migraines during pregnancy? | Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs), including aspirin, may carry a risk of bleeding and miscarriage if taken near the time of conception. There is also a possible risk of heart complications in the baby if they are taken in the third trimester. Aspirin taken near delivery may lead to excess blood loss in mo... |
d4ffa6865d83c2be66e89c118482c5ca | What medications are used for migraine headaches in pregnancy? | If you're pregnant -- or planning to get pregnant soon -- your doctor will generally advise you to stay off medications unless they're absolutely needed. Together, you'll have to weigh the potential effects of a drug on your unborn baby. In some cases, a decision will need to be made based on scant or inconclusive rese... |
e9bd77ecbbd76091ee14bb7cbc132de4 | What are common headache triggers during pregnancy? | Each time you have a headache, write down: Your specific symptoms: where you feel the pain, what the pain feels like, and any other symptoms such as vomiting or sensitivity to noise, smells, or bright light The time your headache started and ended Food and beverages you had during the 24 hours before the migraine Any c... |
b5a83262d0b8dca0467108978cbf0f5c | What can you do to avoid triggers of migraines during pregnancy? | A headache diary can let you track your particular triggers. This will help your doctor decide on what treatment will work best to relieve your specific symptoms. It may also help you recognize a pattern that tells you which triggers to avoid while you're pregnant. |
1e886155bfa994eabce8332bbea52047 | How to triptans work to treat migraine headaches in pregnancy? | Triptans work specifically on the migraine pain pathway. Triptans aren't known to cause birth defects. But most research to date has focused on animals, not humans. Some experts still warn about combining triptans with two common classes of antidepressants: selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors ( SSRIs) selective ser... |
ae9c57804384feec58523ffbf637e1e2 | What should you do if you have a migraine headache and are pregnant? | Each time you have a headache, write down: Your specific symptoms: where you feel the pain, what the pain feels like, and any other symptoms such as vomiting or sensitivity to noise, smells, or bright light The time your headache started and ended Food and beverages you had during the 24 hours before the migraine Any c... |
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