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Are kidney stones painful?
Your treatment depends on where and how big your stone is and what symptoms you have. Your doctor may have to break it up or remove it. Ask your doctor: How long should I wait for my stone to pass on its own?
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How do antidepressants help ease dysthymia?
To treat dysthymia, doctors may use psychotherapy (talk therapy), medications such as antidepressants, or a combination of these therapies. Your doctor will assess your physical and mental health, including any other medical condition, and then find the antidepressant that is most effective with the least side effects....
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What is dysthymia?
With dysthymia, the depression symptoms can linger for a long period of time, often two years or longer. Those who suffer from dysthymia can also experience periods of major depression--sometimes called "double depression." In modern diagnostic classification systems, dysthymia and chronic depression are now both refer...
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How long do bone marrow tests for polycythemia vera take?
There are two kinds of bone marrow tests: Aspiration uses a liquid bone marrow sample Biopsy uses a solid bone marrow sample Both tests show if your bone marrow is making too many blood cells. You may get both tests done at the same time. Your doctor first numbs an area around either your breastbone or your pelvic bone...
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How are patients with advanced prostate cancer able to enroll in clinical trials?
Clinical trials test the safety and effectiveness of these new methods and treatments. There are risks and limitations in every clinical trial. The National Institutes of Health lists clinical trials at www.clinicaltrials.gov.
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How can an infection cause dizziness?
This is called vestibular neuritis or labyrinthitis, and it's caused by an infection. Usually, a virus is to blame. But bacteria from a middle ear infection or meningitis can make their way into your inner ear as well. In this case, dizziness usually comes on suddenly. Your ears may ring, and it may be hard to hear. Yo...
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Why am I dizzy?
When a part of that system is off, you can feel dizzy. It can be a sign of something serious, and it can be dangerous if it makes you fall. Your doctor will look at all your symptoms and overall health to figure out what's going on and how to treat it. Inflammation of the nerves in your ears also can cause vertigo.
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How can Meniere's disease cause dizziness?
That's a classic sign of a particular type of dizziness called vertigo. You may feel fullness or pressure in one ear. Other symptoms include ringing in your ears, hearing loss, nausea, and anxiety. You may feel exhausted after the attack passes. People with Meniere's disease have too much fluid in their inner ear. Doct...
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What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol performs important functions in your body. It aids in tissue and hormone formation. It protects your nerves. It helps with digestion. In fact, cholesterol helps form the structure of every cell in your body. This waxy, fat-like substance is produced naturally -- mainly in our liver. But it also comes from t...
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When does schizoaffective disorder happen?
It's equally likely to affect men and women, but men usually get it at a younger age. It seems to happen slightly more often in women than in men.
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What do I need to know about multiple sclerosis (MS) research roundup?
New technologies and insights are speeding the pace of discovery. In fact, there are more MS treatments in development now than ever before. MS is a neurological disease that can cause extreme tiredness, vision changes, trouble moving, and other problems. Scientists are looking for ways to: Stop the disease from gettin...
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What causes Giardiasis?
It's a common cause of waterborne illness in the U. S. Usually from the stool of an infected person or animal. Drink bottled water when you travel to places with unsafe water.
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What can you expect during a sleep study?
If you have symptoms of sleep apnea, your doctor may ask you to have a sleep apnea test, called a polysomnogram. This may be done in a sleep disorder center or even at home. Near the bedroom will be a central monitoring area, where the technicians monitor sleeping patients. You will be hooked up to equipment that may l...
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How long can hepatitis A survive outside of the body?
Hepatitis C. The early symptoms are the same as hepatitis A and B, and they usually happen 6 to 7 weeks after the virus gets in your body. But you may be able to kill it by boiling or cooking foods or liquids for at least a minute.
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What are the three major types of hepatitis in the U.S.?
They're all contagious, but you can take steps to protect yourself. Hepatitis C. The early symptoms are the same as hepatitis A and B, and they usually happen 6 to 7 weeks after the virus gets in your body.
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What is tardive dyskinesia?
Antipsychotic meds treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other brain conditions. Antipsychotic medications that can cause tardive dyskinesia include older antipsychotics like: Chlorpromazine ( Thorazine) Fluphenazine ( Prolixin) Haloperidol ( Haldol) Thioridazine ( Mellaril) Trifluoperazine ( Stelazine) Your chanc...
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What should you do to prevent tardive dyskinesia?
The timing can make it hard to know whether the medicine caused your symptoms. Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale ( AIMS): If you take medicine for mental health conditions, your doctor should check you at least once a year to make sure you don't have TD. You might need to switch to a newer antipsychotic drug that may...
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What is the goal of treatment for tardive dyskinesia?
Tardive dyskinesia is a side effect of antipsychotic medications. These drugs are used to treat schizophrenia and other mental health disorders. The benefits of the drug should outweigh the risks.
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How does weight training help your joints?
Losing weight reduces pressure on your knees, hips, and back and helps prevent joint injury. If you don't have enough muscle, your joints take a pounding, especially your spine, hips, and knees, which must support your entire body weight. Weight training exercises help build muscle and keep your muscles and surrounding...
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How does ice help my joints?
Modify exercises that cause joint pain. If you have a sore joint, apply ice wrapped in a towel or a cold pack to the painful area for no more than 20 minutes. Don't have ice or a cold pack? in a light towel. Never apply ice directly to the skin.
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What protective gear can I wear to care for my joints?
Being lopsided puts more stress on your joints. Even if you think you're a pro on a bicycle or on a pair of Rollerblades, you should never go without safety gear. Elbow and wrist braces, or guards, also help reduce stress on your joints during activities.
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What has been ruled out as the cause of toxic shock syndrome?
But it has also been linked to the use of menstrual sponges, diaphragms, and cervical caps. How staph causes toxic shock syndrome is not understood.
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How can using tampons cause toxic shock syndrome?
But it has also been linked to the use of menstrual sponges, diaphragms, and cervical caps. Polyester foam provides a better environment for the growth of bacteria than either cotton or rayon fibers. In cases from menstrual sponges, diaphragms, and cervical caps, either the device had been in the vagina for a long time...
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What can cause toxic shock syndrome from tampon use?
Then the poisons must get into the bloodstream. Sliding a tampon into place in the vagina may make microscopic tears in the walls of the vagina, rupturing tiny blood vessels. A super-absorbent tampon -- especially if it's left in place too long, or if it is used when the menstrual flow is light -- can dry out the vagin...
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Should I get some sunshine if my multiple sclerosis symptoms are worse because of the cold?
After the hot, humid days of summer, the colder temperatures in the fall and winter can come as a shock to our bodies. It'll help you burn energy and warm up. Get some sunshine. A little sunshine might help boost your mood.
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Should I get moving if my multiple sclerosis symptoms are worse because of the cold?
Try to get moving. If you have MS, you may also be at risk for Raynaud's phenomenon, a condition in which your fingers and toes lose heat. You'll warm up, and you'll help your body make some much-needed vitamin D. An added benefit?
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Do cold temperatures aggravate multiple sclerosis?
If you have a condition like multiple sclerosis ( MS), cold temps can make your symptoms worse and make you flat-out uncomfortable. You might find that it's harder to move your limbs, you get more muscle spasms than normal, or your muscles feel tighter. A few simple tips can help you stay comfortable and warm in the fa...
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When should you see an allergist?
An allergist is an MD who specializes in treating allergic conditions. You may want to make an appointment if: You have symptoms such as a runny or stuffy nose, cough, or watery eyes that last for more than three months and make it hard for you to work or sleep. You've tried over-the-counter drugs and still need more r...
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What conditions can benefit from probiotics?
Researchers are studying when and how probiotics might best help. There's more research for some illnesses than others. They might help people with: Diarrhea , especially when it's linked to specific antibiotics. Inflammatory bowel diseases ( IBD) including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Irritable bowel syndro...
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What are drugs to help control plaque and gingivitis in dentistry?
Chlorhexidine is an antibiotic drug used to control plaque and gingivitis in the mouth or in periodontal pockets (the space between your gum and tooth). The medication is available as a mouth rinse and as a gelatin-filled chip that is placed in the deep gum pockets next to your teeth after root planing. The drug in the...
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Is my blurry vision caused by Parkinson's disease?
That causes a condition called optic neuritis, which can give you blurry sight, loss of color vision, and pain when you move your eyes. Blurry vision is not the first sign of this nerve disease. As your sight seems less sharp, you may strain your eyes because they have to work harder to focus.
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Is my blurry vision caused by a migraine?
There are a host of other symptoms that you might have with the pain, including blurry vision and sensitivity to light. You may feel these signs even before a migraine starts, and they may last until it's over. More dramatic changes to your eyesight during a migraine are called an aura. They can include: Loss of part o...
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What is lipodystrophy?
It often affects the fat that's just under your skin, so it can change the way you look. It also can cause other changes in your body. Some people with HIV get lipodystrophy ( LD- HIV). It may be related to the medicines they take or the disease itself. Other acquired lipodystrophies are: Acquired generalized lipodystr...
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What are the symptoms of acquired generalized lipodystrophy (AGL)?
The type your child has will affect: Where it happens How much fat is lost Other effects on her body AGL. She'll lose fat from under the skin all over her body, including her face, arms, legs, palms, and sometimes the soles of her feet. She could look very muscular, and you'll be able to see veins under her skin. Kids ...
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How can you choose a doctor for psoriasis?
When you look for a dermatologist, start by asking your primary care doctor for a recommendation. You can also check with the American Academy of Dermatology, which has lists of specially trained doctors. A nearby medical school is another resource. Do you have a special area of interest in skin care?
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What is recovery for cardioversion for atrial fibrillation (AFib) like?
These will give you a mild electrical shock to get your heart's rhythm back to normal. You'll go back to your doctor in a few weeks for an electrocardiogram (you may hear it called an EKG) to make sure your beat is still regular. Keep up with your doctor visits and follow your treatment plan, which may also include ant...
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How do defibrillation and electric cardioversion for atrial fibrillation (AFib) differ?
But sometimes, people can take it as a pill. These will give you a mild electrical shock to get your heart's rhythm back to normal. In defibrillation, doctors use high-voltage shocks to treat life-threatening arrhythmias or a heart that has stopped.
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How often should you exercise to help with adult ADHD?
That works out to about 30 minutes of fitness a day, five days a week. If you're doing more intense aerobic workouts -- such as running or taking indoor cycling classes -- you can get away with about 75 minutes of exercise a week. As long as you're sweating and your heart is pumping, you're likely to see real, positive...
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How are adults with ADHD treated?
Research is finding that getting regular fitness can improve thinking ability, and it may improve the symptoms of adult ADHD. Beyond helping with ADHD symptoms, exercise has several other benefits. Getting regular workouts can help you: Stay at a healthy weight.
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What are the side effects of at-home teeth whiteners?
Ask your dentist about which over-the-counter system to use and how much lightening you can expect. Don't leave the strips or gels on longer than advised -- you might wind up with sore gums and set yourself up for other problems. It's a good idea to stop using the product if you start having this problem.
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How can I stock my kitchen if I want to lose weight without fad diets?
Then, fill your fridge and cupboards with lean protein, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, good fats, and fat-free or low-fat dairy products. Pile on the salad and super servings of green beans, broccoli, cabbage, kale, or other low-calorie vegetables instead of high-fat foods, breads, pasta, and d...
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What are the side effects of using anticonvulsants?
Some of these medications are shown to be effective in treating pain as well. The most common side effects include: Drowsiness Dizziness Fatigue Nausea Another means of topical pain relief comes in the form of a lidocaine ( Lidoderm) patch, which is a prescription medication.
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What were some of the older treatments for psoriasis compared to the newer treatments?
In the 1960s and '70s, new info about how the immune system -- your body's defense against germs -- plays a role in psoriasis led to several new treatments. In recent years, research into other autoimmune diseases brought new insights about the immune system. The new info brought treatments that target specific areas o...
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Are biologics effective in treating psoriasis?
New biologic therapies work well to treat psoriasis, and other new treatments are close to FDA approval. In clinical trials, each of the drugs lowered psoriasis activity by at least 75% in many people.
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What should I look for when I hire a hypnotherapist?
Here are some tips when looking for a qualified hypnotherapist: Make sure they are licensed, trained, and credentialed. Ask about their professional training. The American Society for Clinical Hypnosis also suggests asking: “ Is this practitioner able to help me without using hypnosis?" If the answer is no, you shoul...
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What type of mind-body medicine is deep breathing?
A few minutes each day can help you feel more relaxed. In one study, deep breathing improved quality of life in people with breast cancer who were treated with chemotherapy. Breathe in and out deeply. Because it's made up of a series of gentle movements combined with deep breathing, it's sometimes called "meditation in...
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Where can I try mind-body practices if I have cancer?
Most people have to learn to manage feelings like fear, anxiety, and depression at some point during their journey. That's where mind-body medicine comes in. These are practices you do in addition to your regular treatments to help you relax and focus your mind so you can get more control over your emotions and improve...
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What signs are indicative of a vestibular migraine?
If you're having a vestibular migraine, you may feel: Dizziness that lasts more than a few minutes Nausea and vomiting Balance problems Extreme motion sensitivity -- feeling sick or dizzy when you move your head, eyes, or body Feeling disoriented or confused Feeling unsteady, like you're in a rocking boat Sensitivity t...
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Can diet changes help prevent attacks of vestibular migraine?
Your doctor might also call it: Migraine-associated vertigo Migrainous vertigo Migraine-related vestibulopathy Vestibular migraines don't always cause headaches. It's hard to tell how many people are living with this condition. If you have vestibular migraines, these things might trigger your symptoms, too. It can't hu...
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What is a vestibular migraine?
Unlike traditional migraines, you may not always have a headache. You could be having a vestibular migraine if: You have migraines or had them in the past.
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How are frequent or disabling vestibular migraines treated?
If you have frequent or disabling vestibular migraines, your doctor may try drugs similar to traditional migraine prevention meds. You take these regularly to reduce the severity or frequency of the headaches. These include seizure medicines, blood pressure medicines (like beta blockers and calcium channel blockers), a...
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What are vestibular migraines?
Unlike traditional migraines, you may not always have a headache. You could be having a vestibular migraine if: You have migraines or had them in the past.
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How are vestibular migraines treated?
There's no specific medication for vestibular migraines. Your doctor will prescribe different drugs to stop an attack when it happens. Take these migraine meds at the first sign of headache symptoms. It can ease your dizziness and motion sensitivity. This type of drug works on the balance center in your inner ear. If y...
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How do you know if you are having a vestibular migraine?
If you're having a vestibular migraine, you may feel: Dizziness that lasts more than a few minutes Nausea and vomiting Balance problems Extreme motion sensitivity -- feeling sick or dizzy when you move your head, eyes, or body Feeling disoriented or confused Feeling unsteady, like you're in a rocking boat Sensitivity t...
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What drugs might you take with levodopa for Parkinson's disease?
Carbidopa makes the levodopa work better, so you can take less of it. Safinamide ( Xadago) is an add-on medicine that may be prescribed when individuals taking levdopoa and carbidopa have a breakthrough of Parkinson's symptoms that were previously under control. They include ropinirole ( Requip), pramipexole ( Mirapex)...
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How does levodopa help with Parkinson's disease?
Most people can get relief from their Parkinson's symptoms with medicines. It's also the best at controlling the symptoms of the condition, particularly slow movements and stiff, rigid body parts. Levodopa works when your brain cells change it into dopamine. Sinemet is a mix of levodopa and another drug called carbidop...
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What are life-threatening symptoms of Kaposi's sarcoma (KS)?
Kaposi's sarcoma ( KS) is a type of cancer. Researchers have found that Kaposi's sarcoma is caused by a herpes virus, HHV-8, also called KSHV. The most visible signs of Kaposi's sarcoma are lesions on the skin: flat, painless spots that are red or purple on white skin and bluish, brownish, or black on dark skin. When K...
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What medications can treat Kaposi's sarcoma?
Kaposi's sarcoma ( KS) is a type of cancer. Researchers have found that Kaposi's sarcoma is caused by a herpes virus, HHV-8, also called KSHV. Once KS has spread, you'll need meds that go throughout your whole body to kill the cancer. Another type of drug treatment, called biological therapy, works by boosting your imm...
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What is the most visible sign of Kaposi's sarcoma (KS)?
Kaposi's sarcoma ( KS) is a type of cancer. Researchers have found that Kaposi's sarcoma is caused by a herpes virus, HHV-8, also called KSHV. The most visible signs of Kaposi's sarcoma are lesions on the skin: flat, painless spots that are red or purple on white skin and bluish, brownish, or black on dark skin. Unlike...
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How is Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) related to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)?
Kaposi's sarcoma ( KS) is a type of cancer. Researchers have found that Kaposi's sarcoma is caused by a herpes virus, HHV-8, also called KSHV. Because people with HIV have weakened immune systems, they're more likely to develop certain cancers, including KS. Most severe cases happen when someone has AIDS, the late stag...
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How is Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) treated?
Kaposi's sarcoma ( KS) is a type of cancer. Researchers have found that Kaposi's sarcoma is caused by a herpes virus, HHV-8, also called KSHV. Your treatment will depend on how many lesions you have and how big they are and where they are, as well as how well your immune system is working. In many cases, ART is the bes...
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How is Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) diagnosed?
Kaposi's sarcoma ( KS) is a type of cancer. Researchers have found that Kaposi's sarcoma is caused by a herpes virus, HHV-8, also called KSHV. You may have: Trouble eating or swallowing Queasiness, vomiting, and belly pain from bleeding and blockages inside Severe swelling in your arms, legs, face, or scrotum Serious c...
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What are chemotherapy drugs for Kaposi's sarcoma (KS)?
Kaposi's sarcoma ( KS) is a type of cancer. Researchers have found that Kaposi's sarcoma is caused by a herpes virus, HHV-8, also called KSHV. A machine can direct it toward the lesions on your body, or your doctor may put radioactive needles, seeds, or wires inside you near the cancer. Chemotherapy drugs for Kaposi's ...
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What are the symptoms of retinis pigmentosa?
Because rods are usually affected first, the first symptom you may notice is that it takes longer to adjust to darkness (called “night blindness). You may lose your peripheral vision at the same time or soon after your night vision declines. You may get "tunnel vision," which means you can't see things to the side wi...
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What will treating deep vein thrombosis (DVT) do for you?
Treatment prevents future blood clots, too. They can keep a clot from growing or breaking off, and they prevent new clots from forming. Your doctor may recommend a clot-busting medicine called a thrombolytic agent if you: Have large clots causing pain, swelling, and problems with circulation Are at high risk for a pulm...
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How do you know what treatment works best to treat your deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
What will treating DVT, a blood clot deep in a vein, do for you? But you may need surgery. Talk to your doctor about which medical treatment options are right for you.
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How does warfarin (Coumadin) treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
When you take heparin by IV, you'll need blood tests, too. While you take it, you'll need regular blood tests to make sure you've got the right amount in your system -- too little won't prevent clots, too much makes dangerous bleeding more likely. It can also interact with other medicines, vitamins, and foods with a lo...
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When is a venous thrombectomy used to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?
What will treating DVT, a blood clot deep in a vein, do for you? Venous thrombectomy. A severe type of DVT, called phlegmasia cerulea dolens, doesn't respond well to other kinds of treatment.
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How much water should I drink each day to help my IBS?
Don't avoid fiber if you have diarrhea. As long as your doctor has not restricted your fluids, shoot for six to eight 8-ounce glasses of plain H2 O each day, but not always with meals. " She suggests you drink it an hour before or an hour after meals.
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What can help with your irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea?
So never totally avoid certain groups of food, or you may be depriving yourself of nutrients you need. Don't avoid fiber if you have diarrhea.
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What causes cold symptoms?
You get a cold when a tiny living thing called a virus gets into your body. This can cause a swelling in the passageways of your nose, and you'll start sneezing and coughing.
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What problems can depression cause in older people who have the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)?
So they feel more alone. Depression in older people can also look like memory problems, general complaints about pain, and seeing or hearing things. And when you're depressed, you may not care as much about sticking to your treatment. Let your doctor know if you've been struggling for more than a couple of weeks. Treat...
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What should I do if I think I have the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and where can I get tested?
An early diagnosis means you can start treatment and prevent the disease from becoming AIDS. You could get tested at your doctor's office or a clinic, hospital, or community health center, and it's often free. A diagnosis of HIV could make it even harder to talk to people you care about, if you're worried about what th...
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How is thrombocytopenia treated?
You might also have: Blood in your urine or bowel movement Heavy menstrual periods These symptoms might not start until your platelet count is very low. You won't bleed too much, even if you get cut. Sometimes your platelet count will go up when you avoid the cause of the problem. For instance, if taking a certain medi...
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What causes thrombocytopenia?
You can get thrombocytopenia if your body doesn't make enough of them, or if they're destroyed faster than they can be made. Your body might not make enough platelets if you have a: Blood disorder that affects bone marrow, called aplastic anemia Cancer such as leukemia or lymphoma, which damages your bone marrow Platel...
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What is thrombocytopenia?
It might not cause you any health problems at all. But if you do have symptoms like bleeding too much, treatments can help. Sometimes you don't have any symptoms from thrombocytopenia.
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How can you prevent heart problems if you know you are at a higher risk for heart complications of diabetes?
If you have diabetes, there's a higher chance that you could have many other health problems, like heart disease and high blood pressure. Get to a healthy weight. Exercise most days. Eat less saturated fat, cholesterol, and salt. Eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
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What does haptoglobin do for people with diabetes?
But whether it works like it should depends on your DNA, or genes. Several studies have looked at why some people with diabetes have heart and artery problems and others don't. It appears that the kind of haptoglobin you have has a lot to do with it. Your liver makes haptoglobin, and it's found in your plasma, the wate...
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What are keloids like in people with dark skin?
Acne develops when there is an overproduction of oil in the skin. The most common locations are the earlobes, chest, back, and arms. While they can develop immediately after an injury, they can also take months or even years to grow -- and they can continue growing over a period of time. In some people, keloids may itc...
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What can I expect during an electrophysiology (EP) study?
An electrophysiology study is used: To determine the cause of an abnormal heart rhythm To decide the best treatment for an abnormal heart rhythm Ask your doctor what medications you are allowed to take. Before an electrophysiology study, you will lie on a bed and the nurse will start an intravenous ( IV) line into your...
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How long does the electrophysiology (EP) study take?
An electrophysiology study is used: To determine the cause of an abnormal heart rhythm To decide the best treatment for an abnormal heart rhythm Ask your doctor what medications you are allowed to take. The EP study takes about two to four hours to perform. However, it can take longer if additional treatments such as c...
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How should I prepare for an electrophysiology (EP) study?
An electrophysiology study is used: To determine the cause of an abnormal heart rhythm To decide the best treatment for an abnormal heart rhythm Ask your doctor what medications you are allowed to take. Your doctor may ask you to stop certain medications one to five days before your EP study. Do not eat or drink anythi...
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How does an electrophysiology (EP) study work?
An electrophysiology ( EP) study is a test that records the electrical activity and the electrical pathways of your heart. An electrophysiology study is used: To determine the cause of an abnormal heart rhythm To decide the best treatment for an abnormal heart rhythm Ask your doctor what medications you are allowed to ...
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Can the virus that causes cold sores affect other body parts?
The virus also can spread to the eyes or the genitals. For example, if you rub your eyes after getting saliva from an infected person on your hands, or if you receive oral sex from someone who has cold sores. Don't touch. If you pick your cold sore, you may spread the virus to another part of your body. That will just ...
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What is the treatment for stomach cancer?
The one you and your doctor choose will depend on how long you've had the disease or how much it has spread in your body, called the stage of your cancer: Stage 0. These treatments can be used before surgery to shrink the tumor and afterward to kill any cancer that's left.
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What is radiation for stomach cancer?
At this point, you have a tumor in your stomach's lining, and it may have spread into your lymph nodes. Chemoradiation is chemo plus radiation therapy, which destroys cancer cells with beams of high energy.
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What is stomach cancer and how does it progress?
If you know the symptoms it causes, you and your doctor may be able to spot it early, when it's easiest to treat. This is when the inside lining of your stomach has a group of unhealthy cells that may turn into cancer. These treatments can be used before surgery to shrink the tumor and afterward to kill any cancer that...
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What causes stomach cancer?
Stomach cancer begins when cancer cells form in the inner lining of your stomach. One of them is infection with a common bacteria, H. pylori, which causes ulcers. Inflammation in your gut called gastritis, a certain type of long-lasting anemia called pernicious anemia, and growths in your stomach called polyps also can...
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How does stomach cancer begin?
If you know the symptoms it causes, you and your doctor may be able to spot it early, when it's easiest to treat. This is when the inside lining of your stomach has a group of unhealthy cells that may turn into cancer. These treatments can be used before surgery to shrink the tumor and afterward to kill any cancer that...
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How does radiation treat stomach cancer?
Chemoradiation is chemo plus radiation therapy, which destroys cancer cells with beams of high energy. Chemo, radiation, or both may be used at this stage, too.
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How are decisions made about the treatment for stomach cancer?
The one you and your doctor choose will depend on how long you've had the disease or how much it has spread in your body, called the stage of your cancer: Stage 0. These treatments can be used before surgery to shrink the tumor and afterward to kill any cancer that's left.
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What are targeted drugs for stomach cancer?
Chemotherapy uses drugs to attack cancer cells. Chemoradiation is chemo plus radiation therapy, which destroys cancer cells with beams of high energy. These drugs attack cancer cells, but leave healthy ones alone, which may mean fewer side effects.
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What does surgery for stomach cancer consist of?
Surgery to remove part of your stomach. Antibiotics can kill the bacteria, and other drugs will heal the sores in the lining of your stomach to cut your risk of cancer. They're high in fiber and in some vitamins that can lower your cancer risk.
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How does chemotherapy treat stomach cancer?
But if you feel these symptoms a lot, talk to your doctor. Chemotherapy uses drugs to attack cancer cells. You usually have surgery to remove your entire stomach, along with chemo or chemoradiation. Stage IV.
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How is shoulder injury treated?
You can bandage it to hold it in place if necessary, and elevate it above the heart. For many other issues, your doctor may suggest rest, heat or ice and a medicine like ibuprofen or aspirin to reduce the pain and swelling. If your shoulder doesn't improve after these first steps, your doctor may try injecting a cortic...
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How can bone fracture cause shoulder pain?
A fall or hard blow tears the ligaments holding it together. If your collarbone gets pushed out of place, you'll have a bump on top of your shoulder. If your collarbone is broken, your shoulder can sag and you might not be able to lift your arm. Your rotator cuff is the group of muscles and tendons in your shoulder tha...
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What are indications that I have shoulder injury?
Ask yourself some questions to help you decide if you have a shoulder injury: Can you move your arm normally, or is your shoulder too stiff or painful? If your shoulder is pulled back too hard or rotated too far, the top of your arm might pop out of its socket. If you have bursitis, you may notice the pain most when yo...
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How can impingement cause shoulder pain?
Your rotator cuff is the group of muscles and tendons in your shoulder that hold your arm in place and let you lift your arm up overhead. It can cause swelling and pain. If you lift your arms over your head a lot, it can set this off.
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How can dislocation cause shoulder pain?
Do you feel like your shoulder could pop out of the socket? You may also have swelling, numbness and bruising. With this type of injury, you might feel pain when you reach over your head, and your shoulder could seem weak.
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How is hypnosis used to treat nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy?
You can go to a hypnotist or use self-hypnosis to bring about changes in behavior. You can also make a few changes to what you eat and your daily routine to prevent and relieve nausea: Avoid any foods that make you feel sick.