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af4993bd412610d04fda5f303602039d | How can you avoid mouth problems for radiation therapy? | Radiation can cause problems in your mouth that include: Mouth sores (little cuts or ulcers) Lack of saliva Thick saliva Trouble swallowing Jaw stiffness Tell your cancer team about any of these problems so they can help you feel better. To help manage these side effects: Avoid spicy and acidic foods. Don't smoke, chew... |
dc2ff63da506c0ef44a065756751ef97 | How soon might you get side effects from radiation therapy? | Early side effects, such as nausea and fatigue, usually don't last long. They may start during or right after treatment and last for several weeks after it ends, but then they get better. Late side effects, such as lung or heart problems, may take years to show up and are often permanent when they do. The most common e... |
c2bc70653e977a5ba6c765f4070d47ae | How can you take care of your skin from radiation therapy? | Be gentle with your skin: Don't wear tight clothing over the area that's being treated. Don't scrub or rub your skin. To clean it, use a mild soap and let lukewarm water run over it. Avoid putting anything hot or cold on the area unless the doctor tells you to. Ask your doctor before you use any type of ointment, oil, ... |
93fda92ebfcdd5f56515b4c196894977 | What can you do to handle fatigue from radiation therapy? | Let your doctor know if you're struggling with fatigue. She might be able to help. There are also things you can do to feel better: Take care of your health. Be sure you're taking your medications the way you're supposed to. Get plenty of rest, be as active as you can, and eat the right foods. Work with a counselor or ... |
0d9c5f68f55019d49b98857e82115592 | Does radiation therapy cause diarrhea? | Diarrhea Radiation therapy to your belly can cause diarrhea, which typically starts a few weeks after therapy begins. The doctor will likely prescribe medications to help control it. She'll also suggest changes in your diet, such as eating small meals more often, avoiding high-fiber foods, and getting enough potassium. |
ebb62645a99c2c4825b7219a6ded6c47 | Does radiation therapy cause nausea? | Nausea Radiation to the head, neck, and any part of the digestive tract can cause nausea and vomiting. Let your doctor know if that happens. She can give you medicine to control it. Also, you might be able to learn relaxation techniques and biofeedback to help control and reduce feelings of nausea. |
8be28df947d4144b5701b34feb1c37dc | What can I do to help manage fatigue from radiation therapy? | Let your doctor know if you're struggling with fatigue. She might be able to help. There are also things you can do to feel better: Take care of your health. Be sure you're taking your medications the way you're supposed to. Get plenty of rest, be as active as you can, and eat the right foods. Work with a counselor or ... |
fa415cedbc03700e8fc9ebf7ee68df9d | Does radiation therapy cause eating problems and what can you do about it? | Eating Problems Radiation therapy to the head, neck, or parts of the digestive system can make you lose your appetite. But it's important to keep eating a healthy diet while you're having treatment to keep your body strong. Try eating five or six small meals spread out through the day instead of three large ones. Try n... |
2d0a205900767860c0b325c43df42a78 | When do your skin problems from radiation therapy go away? | Your skin should start to feel better a few weeks after therapy ends. But when it heals, it may be a darker color. And you'll still need to protect yourself from the sun even after radiation therapy has ended. |
abff07384e339bb5079b3c59519191d1 | Can radiation therapy cause cancer? | Another possible late effect is a second cancer. Doctors have known for a long time that radiation can cause cancer. And research has shown that radiation treatment for one cancer can raise the risk for developing a different cancer later. Factors that can affect that risk include the amount of radiation used and the a... |
8047c6fa16b5501d40483be217c068b8 | Does radiation therapy cause hearing problems? | Hearing Problems Radiation therapy to the head can sometimes cause hearing problems. One reason might be that it hardens the wax in your ears. Let your doctor know if you have trouble hearing. |
173555b39fad9ff6929a314501f84cc2 | What mouth problems can happen from radiation therapy? | Mouth Problems Before you start radiation to your head or neck, see your dentist for a thorough exam. Radiation can cause problems in your mouth that include: Mouth sores (little cuts or ulcers) Lack of saliva Thick saliva Trouble swallowing Jaw stiffness Tell your cancer team about any of these problems so they can he... |
072d797de31ccac16dcf39a85ee9c73f | Does radiation therapy affect your sex life or fertility? | Fertility and Sexual Issues Radiation therapy to your pelvis can affect your sex drive and whether you'll be able to have a child. If you want to start a family or have more children, it's important to talk to your doctor about how the treatment will affect your fertility before treatment begins. |
2b52cb16613c6918a26faff3fd102c1a | Does radiation treatment have side effects? | This treatment can cause side effects, but they're different for everyone. The ones you have depend on the type of radiation you get, how much you get, the part of your body that gets treatment, and how healthy you are overall. There's no way to predict how radiation will affect you. You may have few or only mild side ... |
932d89ab52118d7ef616e66ec7982cd1 | What are your options for treating advanced prostate cancer? | Your main options for treating advanced prostate cancer are: Radiation Hormone therapy Surgery Watchful waiting or active surveillance Radiation therapy uses high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells. |
e36ef13dafa73181558cb855c80622fd | How is vaccine therapy used to treat advanced prostate cancer? | Most vaccines help your body prevent disease, but some also treat conditions like cancer. Sipuleucel- T ( Provenge) removes cells from your blood and exposes them to a protein from prostate cancer cells in a lab. Then your doctor injects the cells back in your body to attack the cancer. This treatment is for men with a... |
b321b9122ba1077fce855b5090d26260 | What are the side effects of hormone therapy? | Hormone therapy can cause side effects, such as: Low sex drive Erection problems Breast growth and tenderness Hot flashes Bone thinning Depending on how far your cancer has spread, your doctor might be able to remove it with one of two operations. |
264a5adb7d92178113fd7baf228baf81 | Which antiandrogens are used to treat advanced prostate cancer? | They stop prostate cancer cells from using any male hormones, called androgens. You might take them along with a Gn RH agent. The drugs include: Bicalutamide ( Casodex) Flutamide Nilutamide ( Nilandron) Newer types of hormone therapy include: Abiraterone acetate ( Zytiga), which stops prostate cancer cells (and other c... |
e37f1048aa661a1cfb39103e6941e6b5 | What are the side effects of radiation for advanced prostate cancer? | Your doctor will do everything he can to keep from damaging other parts of your body, but some men have side effects from radiation, such as: Diarrhea, blood in their stool, and other bowel problems Trouble controlling urination, or a leaky bladder Erection problems Feeling tired Male hormones like testosterone fuel th... |
bfecfe40c9929c4d8fc5c32395a3dcb8 | How is chemotherapy used to treat advanced prostate cancer? | Drugs kill cancer cells throughout your body. You might get chemo if the disease has spread outside your prostate and hormone therapy isn't working. It might also ease symptoms. |
87feb0e6eb16be88282ef4b7f258ea09 | How is external beam radiation therapy used to treat advanced prostate cancer? | Doctors might give you this therapy in a few of different ways: External beam radiation therapy ( EBRT) focuses X-rays on your prostate from a machine outside your body. The doctor will direct the radiation right to the gland and adjust the dose to target the cancer without damaging other parts of your body. The treatm... |
2f7b71a04316c0b41967705686c9a076 | How can clinical trials help with advanced prostate cancer? | Scientists are always looking for new ways to treat prostate cancer in clinical trials. These trials test new drugs to see if they're safe and if they work. They often are a way for people to try new medicine that isn't available to anyone. Your doctor can tell you if one of these trials might be a good fit for you. |
885bfc663408cc5b01788fb0b171f322 | Which GnRH agents are used to treat advanced prostate cancer? | They work in different ways to keep your body from making luteinizing hormone ( LH), which it needs to make testosterone. Drugs include: Buserelin ( Suprefact) Degarelix ( Firmagon) Goserelin ( Zoladex) Histrelin ( Vantas) Leuprolide ( Eligard, Lupron Depot) Triptorelin ( Trelstar) Anti-androgens. |
dcdd9d6d98083d07e07e040952dfbcca | How are bisphosphonates used to treat advanced prostate cancer? | These drugs relieve the pain of prostate cancer that has spread to bones. |
21686e86033355172adca2a4d251cdc7 | How is a venography used to diagnose deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? | The doctor injects a radioactive dye into a vein on the top of your foot to help them see your veins and maybe a clot. It's more accurate than an ultrasound, but there's a slight chance it will cause more blood clots. |
4bb60730eecd9569770932706e55282c | What is deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? | Deep vein thrombosis can have the same symptoms as many other health problems. But about half the time, this blood clot in a deep vein, often in your leg, causes no symptoms. |
37dacd5e96bcfd9d0f5fa04d8e56aac8 | When should you call your doctor about deep vein thrombosis (DVT)? | Call your doctor right away if you have these DVT symptoms, especially if they appear suddenly: Swelling in one or both legs Pain or tenderness in your leg, ankle, foot, or arm. |
33adeb555df35268f3b67b9b6c6c5d63 | What is inhaled insulin? | Inhaled insulin is a new type of rapid-acting insulin that you breathe in. In people with type 1, inhaled insulin (called Afrezza) can only be used before meals and has to be used in combination with injectable long-acting insulin. |
a446a9a6f908cd942fd0ffa831e69aeb | What types of insulin can I give to my child before meals if they have type 1 diabetes? | Before Meals Rapid-acting starts working about 15 minutes after you take it, peaks in about an hour, and lasts for 2 to 4 hours. Short-acting (sometimes called regular) starts working in 30 minutes, peaks 2 to 3 hours later, and lasts between 3 to 6 hours. You figure out the dose based on your child's current blood sug... |
f8e65cb0a97390d7f9e91c271268af75 | How do insulin pumps treat type 1 diabetes? | Insulin pumps are the methods of choice for many people with type 1. An insulin pump is a wearable device that stays attached to your body via a catheter. It gives you a steady dose throughout the day and can also give you an extra surge (called a bolus) before meals. You'll still have to check blood sugar (just as you... |
171c5d6f9703f81c2a5ac557bba53f77 | What types of insulin has a fixed dose to treat type 1 diabetes? | Fixed Dose Intermediate-acting starts working in 2 to 4 hours, peaks 4 to 12 hours later, and lasts for 12 to 18 hours. Long-acting starts working several hours after an injection and lowers glucose evenly over a 24-hour period. Your child may take this once a day, such as before bedtime. |
410022171ada7dcb8cbe6c974856ef46 | What happens if my child's blood sugar drops due to type 1 diabetes? | Your child may need her blood sugar checked as many as 10 times a day, including before meals, before bedtime, before exercise, and any time symptoms indicate that blood sugar could be shifting too high or too low. If her blood sugar falls too low, she'll need to eat a carb-rich food (like juice or candy) or use a prod... |
78b482fe4efafa5d402bc90012d47f98 | How are low vision aids used to treat age-related macular degeneration? | You can get devices that have special lenses or electronic systems that enlarge images of nearby objects. |
e6fe58ad25719bf71b99bfe677ea391e | How are anti-angiogenic drugs used to treat age-related macular degeneration? | Your doctor injects these medications into your eye. They stop new blood vessels from forming and block the leaking from the abnormal vessels that cause wet macular degeneration. Some people who take these drugs have been able to regain vision that they lost from AMD. You will likely need to get the treatment repeated ... |
25412a0a8d0164d50bce388435d7e678 | Is there a cure for age-related macular degeneration? | There's no cure, but treatment for age-related macular degeneration ( AMD) may slow the disease and keep you from having a severe loss of vision. Talk to your doctor about the best way to manage your condition. |
dc51162c496dc67a33eaf75a83485214 | How is photodynamic laser therapy used to treat age-related macular degeneration? | It's a two-step treatment that uses a light-sensitive drug to damage your abnormal blood vessels. Your doctor injects a medication into your bloodstream, which gets absorbed by the abnormal blood vessels in your eye. Next, he shines a laser into the eye to activate the drug, which damages the abnormal blood vessels. |
49e8e034c7857996f6cefde0e8798bdc | Does treating wet AMD cure it? | Sometimes, even after you get treatment for wet AMD, the condition can come back. Test your vision regularly and follow the recommendations of your doctor. The right treatment not only slows your vision loss, but it can improve your vision. |
48fc102240a2f97948a8785833c67286 | How can you prevent age-related macular degeneration? | The earlier you get a diagnosis of AMD, the greater the chance that treatment will help. See your eye doctor if you have any symptoms of AMD, and make sure you keep a regular schedule of eye exams. Try these prevention tips: Check your sight every day by looking at an Amsler grid -- a pattern of straight lines that's l... |
082d3b1d3b9b4baf36d75ef6e5356ead | How can low vision aids help with age-related macular degeneration? | You can get devices that have special lenses or electronic systems that enlarge images of nearby objects. |
94e4612b67c39e03edbda25c6d0e52cb | How do anti-angiogenic drugs treat age-related macular degeneration? | Your doctor injects these medications into your eye. They stop new blood vessels from forming and block the leaking from the abnormal vessels that cause wet macular degeneration. Some people who take these drugs have been able to regain vision that they lost from AMD. You will likely need to get the treatment repeated ... |
a777a7f7a1f20a4a6107041e7d6a7c47 | What is the outlook for age-related macular degeneration? | People rarely lose all of their sight from age-related macular degeneration. You may have poor central vision, but even with advanced AMD you'll still be able to see things to the side, outside your direct line of sight. And you'll still be able to do many of your regular daily activities. With the severe form of eithe... |
6b7852471d75bb391190b66bef53dacc | What are the next steps for the treatment of age-related macular degeneration? | Some people with the dry form of AMD can develop the wet form. If you've got the dry form now, it's important to keep a check on your vision. Perform a vision check one a week, testing each eye separately. Follow the directions for using an Amsler Grid Chart, which you can place on your refrigerator, or you can view it... |
bdf560fccb152081ca5e705f5bf580f6 | What should I do if I am diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration? | Some people with the dry form of AMD can develop the wet form. If you've got the dry form now, it's important to keep a check on your vision. Perform a vision check one a week, testing each eye separately. Follow the directions for using an Amsler Grid Chart, which you can place on your refrigerator, or you can view it... |
b83bf826707baab597d5e7723d84accc | What does the mean corpuscular volume mean from a complete blood count (CBC)? | This is the average size of your red blood cells. If they're bigger than normal, your MCV goes up. That could happen if you have low vitamin B12 or folate levels. If your red blood cells are smaller, you could have a type of anemia. A normal-range MCV score is 80 to 96. |
2a4978f8d0ed13b2f2e1f9e896512487 | How is a complete blood count (CBC) done? | A nurse or lab tech will take a sample of blood by inserting a needle into a vein in your arm. She'll send it to the lab for review. You can leave and get right back to your normal routine. |
5b168a8c22fe85c86e37b123ca28afd3 | What do my results from a complete blood count (CBC) mean? | The normal range is 150,000 to 450,000 platelets/mc L When you get your report, you'll notice two columns: one called a âreference rangeâ and another for your results. If your results are inside the reference range, they're normal. If your results are higher or lower than the reference range, they're abnormal. Mild... |
02fced784527773549d96c55e03096e7 | What do platelets mean in a complete blood count (CBC)? | These play a role in clotting. This test measures the number of platelets in your blood. The normal range is 150,000 to 450,000 platelets/mc L When you get your report, you'll notice two columns: one called a âreference rangeâ and another for your results. |
d7b175f3985ad5f100415c49fc1024b5 | What do white blood cells (WBC) levels mean from a complete blood count (CBC)? | These help to fight infections. If you have high WBC levels, it tells your doctor you have inflammation or infection somewhere in your body. If it's low, you could be at risk for infection. The normal range is 4,500 to 10,000 cells per microliter (cells/mc L). ( A microliter is a very tiny amount â one millionth of a... |
eabf865434f8cddeaee2ee1f4145c04e | What does hemoglobin (Hb or Hgb) mean from a complete blood count (CBC)? | This is the protein in your blood that holds the oxygen. The normal range for men is 14 to 17.5 grams per deciliter (gm/d L); for women it's 12.3 to 15.3 gm/d L. Hct (hematocrit). |
b4aa5c098f39cc6b400dd99481d97eeb | What does hematocrit (Hct) mean from a complete blood count (CBC)? | This value provides information about how much of your blood is comprised of red blood cells. A low score on the range scale may be a sign that you have too little iron, the mineral that helps produce red blood cells. A high score could mean you're dehydrated or have another condition. The normal range for men is betwe... |
687d02e018adc7a7de6f106d61eed443 | What does a red blood cell count (RBC) mean from a complete blood count (CBC)? | RBC (red blood cell count). This is the number of red blood cells you have. These are important because they deliver oxygen through your body. They also help carry carbon dioxide. If your RBC count is too low, you may have anemia or another condition. ( If you have anemia, your blood has fewer red blood cells than norm... |
379b2b897241419917f343a252ace14c | What else might my complete blood count (CBC) tell me? | It can reveal more information about your health, depending on what your doctor orders. Your doctor will know whether you have an illness or blood condition by measuring the following: MCH (mean corpuscular hemoglobin). How much hemoglobin (a protein) is in your typical red blood cell. It carries oxygen to your organs ... |
f8a3782aea9a8b4c9a75a710281eac12 | How should you take your medication? | 5 Drug DOs... DO take each medication exactly as it has been prescribed. DO make sure that all your doctors know about all your medications. DO let your doctors know about any other over-the-counter medications, vitamins and supplements, or herbs that you use. DO try to use the same pharmacy to fill all your prescripti... |
3483025a936d86ad263fc37a9db75299 | What are things not do to when you take medication? | 5 Drug DON' Ts... DON' T change your medication dose or schedule without talking with your doctor. DON' T use medication prescribed for someone else. DON' T crush or break pills unless your doctor instructs you to do so. DON' T use medication that has passed its expiration date. DON' T store your medications in locatio... |
6abe1a55463c5e5afec65f3c1b7845c7 | How can you safely get rid of old medicines? | Before flushing old medicines down the toilet or tossing them in a trash can, check if your city or county has a medicine take-back program. These are programs that allow the public to bring unused drugs to a central location for proper disposal. Call your city or county government's household trash and recycling servi... |
555a523172bc78dbb30479275e96f884 | How should you dispose of dangerous medication? | The FDA recommends flushing only if the drug label or accompanying information has instructions to do so. These are usually medicines that are very dangerous or fatal if they are taken by the wrong person, or if they are found by a child or pet. This includes the following medications: fentanyl buccal tablets ( Fentora... |
fe1875d76b65dc8ad212229897f459cb | What are the best tips for taking your medication right? | 5 Drug DOs... DO take each medication exactly as it has been prescribed. DO make sure that all your doctors know about all your medications. DO let your doctors know about any other over-the-counter medications, vitamins and supplements, or herbs that you use. DO try to use the same pharmacy to fill all your prescripti... |
4776a92e33b4d523a57876a79dc09606 | When is it OK to flush away medications? | The FDA recommends flushing only if the drug label or accompanying information has instructions to do so. These are usually medicines that are very dangerous or fatal if they are taken by the wrong person, or if they are found by a child or pet. This includes the following medications: fentanyl buccal tablets ( Fentora... |
4319accf4e1cdbef61f121ef9b5d77fe | Do androgens affect dry eye? | Dry eye may also be made better or worse by androgens, "male" hormones like testosterone, which both men and women make. For instance, women with polycystic ovary syndrome ( PCOS) often have dry eye. The disorder causes cysts and problems with ovulation because of too much androgens. Whether you're a man or woman, lowe... |
3d873db4c6eff633410fcb0479af30e7 | How do sex hormones make dry eye more likely in women? | If you're a woman, you're more likely to get dry eye, especially as you get older. That's because your levels of estrogen and other sex hormones change so much over your lifetime. For instance, you have a greater chance of getting dry eye when you go through menopause. |
f2a488c72bb2f9c7566f316530d65997 | What is hypoglycemia unawareness? | Most people with diabetes can drive safely. The exception is if you have a condition called hypoglycemia unawareness, which means low blood sugars hit you out of the blue, with no warning at all. It can be especially dangerous for you to be on the road. If this happens to you, talk to your doctor. You might be able to ... |
60e0db6e6aa9bc3956df1c737a8dad87 | What is a prosthetic eye? | Your doctor will decide which method to use based on: type of eye condition you have degree of damage to the eye A prosthetic eye can improve the appearance of the affected eye socket. For most people it is vastly preferable to wearing an eye patch or bandage. |
f4d54a067fc1c9090dd760ee304b2b45 | How does a prosthetic eye function after surgery? | A prosthetic eye moves, but often not as fully or briskly as your other healthy eye. The pupil in a prosthetic eye does not change in response to light. So the pupils of the two eyes may appear unequal. The eye socket may continue to change shape after surgery. Additional fitting and adjustment of the prosthesis may be... |
4fb092b59291a824e2ea5f79ce0d9e09 | Why might an eye be removed? | Some of the reasons why an eye may be removed are: injury glaucoma infection inside the eye eye tumors There are two surgical methods for removing a damaged eye. |
5de8037a98cfb170e9656b450c1b6557 | When should you call a doctor about a hammertoe? | Foot doctors are called podiatrists. Call one, or ask your doctor for a referral. The earlier you seek treatment, the likelier it is that the problem won't get worse. If you have diabetes or can't feel your feet well, you may need to have custom shoes to avoid open sores or infections. |
a47adb35377599100efa786dd37a48c0 | How can you manage irritable bowel disease (IBD) and psoriasis? | It's often helpful to have a specialist called a gastroenterologist as well as a dermatologist on your health care team. You and your team can decide what treatment is right for you based on what and how severe your symptoms are and the medication side effects you're willing to deal with. The same drug may work for bot... |
0eeffc04df2a654f633c5283e6565334 | What is the link between psoriasis and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)? | There's a strong link between psoriasis and inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD. IBD includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis ( UC). Crohn's can affect any part of the stomach and intestines; UC usually affects the lower parts of your GI tract, the colon and rectum. |
75f4c3a3e495ec56632ce9bc36f42ba9 | Can the symptoms of celiac disease and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) seem similar? | IBD ( Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis) symptoms include: Diarrhea Belly cramps Blood in your poop Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity symptoms in adults may include: Diarrhea Bad-smelling poop Fatigue Feeling weak, dizzy, or short of breath Cold hands and feet Sore, achy joints You might mistake celiac disease for... |
331ee387a0e34f23fa6f534d4f960f99 | What is the link between psoriasis and celiac disease? | When you have celiac disease, you can't digest gluten, a protein in wheat, rye, and barley. Celiac disease can damage your small intestine and prevent it from absorbing key nutrients. The chance of getting celiac disease is nearly 3 times higher among people with psoriasis. About 4 of every 100 have it. Research shows ... |
8297d741bfee49ef569ae12226c7258b | What other signs and symptoms can I develop from an enlarged spleen (splenomegaly)? | If you have an enlarged spleen, you may develop other signs or symptoms, too. These are related to the underlying disease. They may include signs and symptoms such as: Fatigue Weight loss Frequent infections Easy bleeding Jaundice Anemia Your doctor will ask you questions and do a physical exam to diagnose an enlarged,... |
3858a21b23fee218286bcf4ae8b0b645 | How will my doctor diagnose an enlarged spleen (splenomegaly)? | They may include signs and symptoms such as: Fatigue Weight loss Frequent infections Easy bleeding Jaundice Anemia Your doctor will ask you questions and do a physical exam to diagnose an enlarged, painful spleen. This involves palpating (examining by touch) your spleen. You will also likely need diagnostic tests to co... |
8030ab501e395b2087d184aad25fd44f | Can cancer cause an enlarged spleen (splenomegaly)? | Here are some common causes of an enlarged spleen: Infections Viral infections, such as mononucleosis Parasitic infections, such as toxoplasmosis Bacterial infections, such as endocarditis (an infection of your heart's valves) Cancer Leukemia, a cancer in which white blood cells displace normal blood cells Lymphoma, a ... |
6d03e8f666c3fb51f7047b5d2888e9ea | Are there foods to avoid to help prevent gout? | If gout runs in the family, men in particular should limit their intake of alcohol, fats, and foods that are more likely to increase uric acid level in the body -- meat, sardines, bacon, mussels, and yeast. Alcohol, especially beer, can also bring on an attack of gout. Such men should watch their weight with extra care... |
24e53d442e2f860736ea75e0580389e0 | What are the main types of cardiomyopathy? | There are three main types of cardiomyopathy: Dilated cardiomyopathy Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy Ischemic cardiomyopathy Restrictive cardiomyopathy |
558c2fd5bfc64a35f9f1b25c87207735 | What is cardiomyopathy? | Cardiomyopathy, or heart muscle disease, is a type of progressive heart disease in which the heart is abnormally enlarged, thickened, and/or stiffened. As a result, the heart muscle's ability to pump blood is less efficient, often causing heart failure and the backup of blood into the lungs or rest of the body. The dis... |
21a162e1fbb82ef34c5eb779022570fd | What lifestyle triggers cause back pain? | Back pain can be brought on by things you do -- or don't do -- in your day-to-day life, like: Slouching at your desk Lifting heavy objects Being overweight Not exercising Smoking Wearing high heels Don't underestimate the power of feelings to bring on pain. |
fedecf24caa73cff45363322e321011f | What is dermatitis herpetiformis (DH)? | DH, also known Duhring's disease, causes blisters that look like herpes, but the condition doesn't come from the herpes virus. It's linked to gluten sensitivity. If you have celiac disease and eat gluten, your intestines make an antibody called Ig A in response. This chemical flows into your bloodstream and builds up i... |
45997f79b998589430ce887d070a12dd | What are the symptoms of dermatitis herpetiformis? | The first thing you'll probably notice is a burning or stinging sensation on certain places on your skin. After that, clusters of small, red bumps pop up. They're very itchy, and can take several forms, like: Blisters Fluid-filled sores Sores that look like hives Raised sores You may mistake your bumps and blisters for... |
8d4c874058597eb2548e06327581f60b | How is dermatitis herpetiformis treated? | There's no cure for DH, but medications can help heal your rash. Your doctor might prescribe dapsone, which you take by mouth. It gets rid of your itching and bumps within 1-3 days. Your doctor may also recommend a topical corticosteroid cream to help with itching. |
307c5ab20f3a6beb48eaeb5d5464782c | How is gut bacteria linked to inflammatory bowel diseases? | Inflammatory bowel diseases, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis: People with these conditions are believed to have lower levels of certain anti-inflammatory gut bacteria. The exact connection is still unclear. But it's thought that some bacteria may make your body attack your intestines and set the stage ... |
c6d038615ff91da7432cd188c60854ce | How is gut bacteria linked to arthritis? | Arthritis: It's thought that people with rheumatoid arthritis may have greater amounts of a bacteria linked to inflammation than people without it. |
bdfe5d35411262f1c0df4c8df00442a4 | How is gut bacteria linked to anxiety, depression, and autism? | Anxiety, depression, and autism: The gut is packed with nerve endings that communicate with the brain. Your doctor may call this connection the âgut-brain axis.â Studies have suggested a link between gut bacteria and disorders of the central nervous system, like anxiety, depression, and autism spectrum disorder. |
ec8fa092caf263bbd9a76618775c18ef | What are gut bacteria? | Research suggests your gut bacteria are tied to your probability of things like diabetes, obesity, depression, and colon cancer. Living inside of your gut are 300 to 500 different kinds of bacteria containing nearly 2 million genes. Paired with other tiny organisms like viruses and fungi, they make what's known as the ... |
e7f29719ed1d2cddf722be3e476105a2 | How is gut bacteria linked to colon cancer? | Colon cancer: Studies show that people with it have a different gut microbiota, including higher levels of disease-causing bacteria, than healthy people. |
2772e8a3f62ea66ba2797c2e567e972b | How is gut bacteria linked to diseases? | Research suggests the gut bacteria in healthy people are different from those with certain diseases. People who are sick may have too little or too much of a certain type. Or they may lack a wide variety of bacteria. It's thought some kinds may protect against ailments, while others may raise the risk. |
8763d078446c80c5ffddab3db04e4145 | How do I prepare for the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test? | Tell your doctor if you have the following symptoms, which can be signs that something is wrong with your kidneys: â A change in how much you urinate â Pee that is foamy, bloody, discolored, or brown â Pain while you pee â Swelling in your arms, wrists, legs, ankles, around your eyes, face, or abdomen â Restl... |
cacb43f6740ebb57844214b49882f16f | What happens during the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test? | You may feel a slight sting when the needle pricks through your skin. It may feel a little bit sore afterward, but you can go straight back to your everyday activities. Your doctor's office will send the blood sample to a lab to be analyzed. You should get the results in a few days, depending on how fast the lab and yo... |
a697421fc3492fc8df17315a260c05b9 | What do high blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels mean? | Things that affect your BUN level might include: â High-protein diet (may cause high BUN levels) â Low-protein diet (may cause low BUN levels) â Several medications, including steroids and antibiotics (increased or decreased BUN levels) â Pregnancy â Aging High BUN levels can also indicate various problems wi... |
4c17cfcf5d4559ca1f1e1a182d90c5f6 | When is a creatinine test used in addition to blood urea nitrogen (BUN) tests? | If you have low BUN levels, it could indicate: â Liver disease â Malnutrition (when your diet doesn't have enough nutrients or your body can't take them in well) â Overhydration (having too much fluid) But a BUN test is not a way to diagnose these issues, so more tests may be needed Your doctor may also order a c... |
ab67a45c7c2ddce74a786585c0089cee | What are signs that something is wrong with my kidneys? | Tell your doctor if you have the following symptoms, which can be signs that something is wrong with your kidneys: â A change in how much you urinate â Pee that is foamy, bloody, discolored, or brown â Pain while you pee â Swelling in your arms, wrists, legs, ankles, around your eyes, face, or abdomen â Restl... |
8566e1269377e05f3442b31b99864314 | What is a blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test? | Your liver breaks down the proteins in your food -- and while it does that, it creates blood urea nitrogen, also known as BUN. Your liver releases the substance into the blood, and it eventually ends up in your kidneys. When your kidneys are healthy, they remove the BUN, usually leaving a small amount of it in the bloo... |
18cf4d92d0ea6dcaf5cc7c7f065452e6 | What causes Parkinsonism related to Parkinson's disease? | Medically, parkinsonism refers to any condition that causes symptoms similar to Parkinson's disease tremors at rest, muscle rigidity, slow movement, and changes in walking. Parkinson's disease is probably the most common form of parkinsonism. Other conditions that cause it include: Medications such as reserpine, Thoraz... |
175deab179ee375618b26539945826e5 | What kind of testing is needed before getting allergy shots for asthma, and what kinds of allergens do they cover? | It will probably involve skin testing, in which a small amount of the allergen is scraped onto or injected under your skin. Allergy shots aren't available for every kind of allergy. Allergy shots for asthma include shots for: Pollen Mold Dander Dust mites Cockroaches Once you and your doctor have discovered which aller... |
2f1e010c6e45c23561daef473cf94d21 | How often can I get allergy shots for asthma? | Allergy shots for asthma include shots for: Pollen Mold Dander Dust mites Cockroaches Once you and your doctor have discovered which allergens affect you, the next step is to get the shots. The frequency of the injections varies, but you might get them once or twice a week for the first three to six months -- or until ... |
ef6d5939ecd53f590e1c79dda41e162c | How do allergy shots for asthma work? | Allergy shots are one type of treatment for asthma that may benefit those with allergies and asthma that is triggered by allergies, called allergic asthma. Also called immunotherapy, allergy shots are not an asthma cure like an injection of antibiotics might cure an infection. Instead, allergy shots work a bit more lik... |
29931b47844e8a49e2d267acb4805ac0 | How are topical medications used to treat plaque psoriasis? | Treatment options include: Topical medications: If you have only a few plaques, your doctor will probably try a prescription cream first. You put these directly on your skin. They either help with inflammation or slow the growth of skin cells. Examples include corticosteroids, vitamin D, vitamin A, and anthralin. You c... |
e57cbf96a3329beb3a9332be4ee02271 | How are systemic drugs used to treat plaque psoriasis? | Systemic drugs: If you have a severe case of plaque psoriasis, you may need medicines that work throughout your body. They calm your immune system or make your skin cells grow more slowly. But they can cause serious side effects, like depression, aggressive thoughts, liver problems, or a higher risk of skin cancer. You... |
1680b9bc684348effbe54a5695c6d0f9 | When are you more likely to get plaque psoriasis? | Whether you get plaque psoriasis depends on your genes and your health history: Heredity: Psoriasis seems to run in families. About 10% of people are born with genes that make them likely to get psoriasis. But only about 3% of people get the disease. Triggers: Something has to happen to start your immune system's react... |
08b174b8cfd5295a15c4de8f4fcee575 | How should you get support to avoid plaque psoriasis? | Get support: Plaque psoriasis can take an emotional toll. You may feel self-conscious about the way it looks or overwhelmed by what it takes to manage it. Many people with psoriasis become depressed. If you think you need some help, talk with your doctor about therapy or medication. It also helps to talk with people wh... |
ef2a5953d01d7e0fc3a70ed9885b1879 | How are biologic drugs used to treat plaque psoriasis? | Biologic drugs: Another kind of systemic drug also targets your immune system. Biologic drugs used to treat psoriasis include adalimumab ( Humira), brodalumab ( Siliq), etanercept( Enbrel),guselkumab ( Tremfya), infliximab ( Remicade), ixekizumab ( Taltz), risankisumab-rzaa ( SKYRIZI)),secukinumab ( Cosentyx), and uste... |
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