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<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Allergy? [/INST] Allergy symptoms vary, but may include:
Breathing problems (coughing, shortness of breath) Burning, tearing, or itchy eyes Conjunctivitis (red, swollen eyes) Coughing Diarrhea Headache Hives Itching of the nose, mouth, throat, skin, or any other area Runny nose Skin r... |
<s>[INST] What causes Allergy? [/INST] The immune system normally protects the body against harmful substances, such as bacteria and viruses. It also reacts to foreign substances called allergens, which are generally harmless and in most people do not cause a problem.But in a person with allergies, the immune response ... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Allergy ? [/INST] Call for an appointment with your health care provider if:
Severe symptoms of allergy occur. Treatment for allergies no longer works. </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Allergy (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Most allergies can be easily treated with medication. Some children may outgrow an allergy. This is particularly true of food allergies. However, as a general rule, once a substance has triggered an allergic reaction, it continues to affect the pe... |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Anaphylaxis? [/INST] Symptoms develop rapidly, often within seconds or minutes. They may include the following:
Abdominal pain or cramping Abnormal (high-pitched) breathing sounds Anxiety Confusion Cough Diarrhea Difficulty breathing Difficulty swallowing Fainting, light-headedness, d... |
<s>[INST] What causes Anaphylaxis? [/INST] Anaphylaxis is a severe, whole-body allergic reaction to a chemical that has become an allergen. After being exposed to a substance such as bee sting venom, the person's immune system becomes sensitized to it. On a later exposure to that allergen, an allergic reaction may occu... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Anaphylaxis ? [/INST] Call 911 if you develop severe symptoms of anaphylaxis. If you are with another person, he or she may take you to the nearest emergency room. </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Anaphylaxis (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Anaphylaxis is a severe disorder that can be life-threatening without prompt treatment. However, symptoms usually get better with the right therapy, so it is important to act right away. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Angioedema? [/INST] The main symptom is sudden swelling below the skin surface. You may also develop welts or swelling on the surface of your skin. The swelling usually occurs around the eyes and lips. It may also be found on the hands, feet, and throat. The swelling may form a line o... |
<s>[INST] What causes Angioedema? [/INST] Angioedema may be caused by an allergic reaction. During the reaction, histamine and other chemicals are released into the bloodstream. The body releases histamine when the immune system detects a foreign substance called an allergen.
In many cases, the cause of angioedema is n... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Angioedema ? [/INST] Call your health care provider if:
Angioedema does not respond to treatment It is severe You have never had angioedema before
Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if you have:
Abnormal breathing sounds (stri... |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Angioedema (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Angioedema that does not affect the breathing may be uncomfortable, but is usually harmless and goes away in a few days. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Asthma? [/INST] Most people with asthma have attacks separated by symptom-free periods. Some people have long-term shortness of breath with episodes of increased shortness of breath. Either wheezing or a cough may be the main symptom.
Asthma attacks can last for minutes to days, and c... |
<s>[INST] What causes Asthma? [/INST] Asthma is caused by inflammation in the airways. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by.
In sensitive individuals, asthma symptoms can be triggered by ... |
<s>[INST] Who is at highest risk for Asthma ? [/INST] Many people with asthma have an individual or family history of allergies, such as hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or eczema. Others have no history of allergies. </s> |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Asthma ? [/INST] Call for an appointment with your health care provider if asthma symptoms develop. Call your health care provider or go to the emergency room if:
An asthma attack requires more medication than recommended Symptoms get worse or do not improve with t... |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Asthma (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] There is no cure for asthma, although symptoms sometimes improve over time. With proper self management and medical treatment, most people with asthma can lead normal lives. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of dermatitis herpetiformis? [/INST] Dermatitis herpetiformis is usually extremely itchy. The bumps or blisters usually appear on the elbows, knees, back, and buttocks. In most cases, the rash is the same size and shape on both sides. Symptoms of dermatitis herpetiformis tend to come and... |
<s>[INST] What causes dermatitis herpetiformis? [/INST] The cause is unknown. However, dermatitis herpetiformis is frequently linked to gluten sensitivity (celiac sprue disease) in the small bowel. </s> |
<s>[INST] Who is at highest risk for Dermatitis herpetiformis ? [/INST] Dermatitis herpetiformis occurs in both men and women, usually of age 20 years and older. Although children may be sometimes affected. </s> |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Dermatitis herpetiformis ? [/INST] Call your health care provider if the rash is non- resolving despite of the treatment. </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Dermatitis herpetiformis (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Dermatitis herpetiformis is an autoimmune disorder which is strongly associated with celiac disease, which also affects the small intestine. The rash can be controlled with gluten free diet and an inability to adhere to the diet i... |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Drug allergy? [/INST] Anaphylaxis, or severe allergic reaction (see below). Hives. Itching of the skin or eyes (common). Skin rash (common). Swelling of the lips, tongue, or face. Wheezing.
Symptoms of anaphylaxis include:
Abdominal pain or cramping. Confusion. Diarrhea. Difficulty br... |
<s>[INST] What causes Drug allergy? [/INST] Adverse reactions to drugs are common, and almost any drug can cause an adverse reaction. Reactions range from irritating or mild side effects such as nausea and vomiting to life-threatening anaphylaxis.
A true drug allergy results from a series of chemical steps within the b... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Drug allergy ? [/INST] Call your health care provider if you are taking a medication and seem to be having a reaction to it.
Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if you have difficulty breathing or develop other symptoms of seve... |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Drug allergy (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Most drug allergies respond readily to treatment. A few cases cause severe asthma, anaphylaxis, or death. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Food allergy? [/INST] Symptoms usually begin immediately, within 2 hours after eating. Rarely, the symptoms may begin hours after eating the offending food.
If you develop symptoms shortly after eating a specific food, you may have a food allergy. Key symptoms include hives, hoarse vo... |
<s>[INST] What causes Food allergy? [/INST] Normally, your body's immune system defends against potentially harmful substances, such as bacteria, viruses, and toxins. In some people, an immune response is triggered by a substance that is generally harmless, such as a specific food.
The cause of food allergies is relate... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Food allergy ? [/INST] Call your local emergency number, such as 911, if you have any serious or whole-body reactions (particularly wheezing or difficulty breathing) after eating a food. If your doctor prescribed epinephrine for severe reactions, inject it as soon ... |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Food allergy (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Avoiding the offending foods may be easy if the food is uncommon or easily identified. However, you may need to severely restrict your diet, carefully read all package ingredients, and ask detailed questions when eating away from home. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Hay fever? [/INST] Symptoms that occur shortly after you come into contact with the substance you are allergic to may include:
Itchy nose, mouth, eyes, throat, skin, or any area Problems with smell Runny nose Sneezing Tearing eyes
Symptoms that may develop later include:
Stuffy nose (... |
<s>[INST] What causes Hay fever? [/INST] An allergen is something that triggers an allergy. When a person with allergic rhinitis breathes in an allergen such as pollen or dust, the body releases chemicals, including histamine. This causes allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and mucus production.
Hay fever invol... |
<s>[INST] Who is at highest risk for Hay fever? [/INST] Whether or not you are likely to develop allergies is often passed down through families. If both your parents have allergies, you are likely to have allergies. The chance is greater if your mother has allergies. </s> |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Hay fever ? [/INST] Call for an appointment with your health care provider if severe symptoms of allergies or hay fever occur, if previously successful treatment has become ineffective, or if your symptoms do not respond to treatment. </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Hay fever (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Most symptoms of allergic rhinitis can be treated. More severe cases require allergy shots.
Some people (particularly children) may outgrow an allergy as the immune system becomes less sensitive to the allergen. However, as a general rule, once ... |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Hypersensitivity pneumonitis? [/INST] Symptoms of acute hypersensitivity pneumonitis may occur 4 - 6 hours after you have left the area where the foreign substance is found, making it difficult to find a connection between your activity and the disease.
Symptoms may include:
Chills. C... |
<s>[INST] What causes Hypersensitivity pneumonitis? [/INST] Hypersensitivity pneumonitis usually occurs in people who work in places where there are high levels of organic dusts, fungus, or molds. Bird fancier's lung is the most common type of hypersensitivity pneumonitis. It is caused by repeated or intense exposure t... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Hypersensitivity pneumonitis ? [/INST] Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms of hypersensitivity pneumonitis. </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Hypersensitivity pneumonitis (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Most symptoms go away when you avoid or limit your exposure to the material that caused the problem. </s> |
<s>[INST] How is the Skin allergy testing done? [/INST] There are many methods of allergy testing. Among the more common are:
Skin tests. Elimination-type tests. Blood tests (including the radioallergosorbent, or RAST, test).
SKIN TESTS
Skin tests are the most common. Specific methods vary.
One of the most common metho... |
<s>[INST] Who needs Skin allergy testing? [/INST] Allergy tests are done to determine the specific substances that cause an allergic reaction in a person.
Your doctor may order allergy tests if you have:
Allergic rhinitis and asthma symptoms that are not easily controlled with medications. Angioedema and hives. Food al... |
<s>[INST] Where to find centers that perform Skin allergy testing? [/INST] Directions to Hospitals Performing Skin allergy testing </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Skin allergy testing (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Normal Results
In a nonallergic person, allergy tests should be negative (no response to the allergen).
Abnormal Results
A positive result means you reacted to a specific substance. Often, but not always, a positive result means the s... |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Urticaria ? [/INST] Itching Swelling of the surface of the skin into red- or skin-colored welts (called wheals) with clearly defined edges.
The hives may get bigger, spread, and join together to form larger areas of flat, raised skin.
They can also change shape, disappear, and reappea... |
<s>[INST] What are the causes of Urticaria ? [/INST] When you have an allergic reaction to a substance, your body releases histamine and other chemicals into your bloodstream. This causes itching, swelling, and other symptoms. Hives are a common reaction, especially in people with other allergies such as hay fever.
Whe... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Urticaria ? [/INST] Call 911 or your local emergency number if you have:
Fainting Shortness of breath Tightness in your throat Tongue or face swelling Wheezing
Call your health care provider if the hives are severe, uncomfortable, and do not respond to self-care me... |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Urticaria (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Hives may be uncomfortable, but they generally are harmless and disappear on their own. In most cases, the exact cause of hives cannot be identified. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Malignant hyperthermia? [/INST] Bleeding Dark brown urine Muscle ache without an obvious cause, such as exercise or injury Muscle rigidity and stiffness Quick rise in body temperature to 105 degrees F or higher </s> |
<s>[INST] Who is at highest risk for Malignant hyperthermia ? [/INST] Malignant hyperthermia is inherited. Only one parent has to carry the disease for a child to inherit the condition.
It may occur with muscle diseases such as multiminicore myopathy and central core disease. </s> |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Malignant hyperthermia ? [/INST] Tell both the surgeon and anesthesiologist before having any surgery if:
You know that you or a member of your family has had problems with general anesthesia You know you have a family history of malignant hyperthermia </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Malignant hyperthermia (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Repeated episodes or untreated episodes can cause kidney failure. Untreated episodes can be fatal. </s> |
<s>[INST] How is Pain Treated? [/INST] The goal of pain management is to improve function, enabling individuals to work, attend school, or participate in other day-to-day activities. Patients and their physicians have a number of options for the treatment of pain; some are more effective than others. Sometimes, relaxat... |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Abdominal aortic aneurysm? [/INST] Aneurysms develop slowly over many years and often have no symptoms. If an aneurysm expands rapidly, tears open (ruptured aneurysm), or blood leaks along the wall of the vessel (aortic dissection), symptoms may develop suddenly. As the aneurysm grows... |
<s>[INST] What causes Abdominal aortic aneurysm? [/INST] The exact cause is unknown, but risk factors for developing an aortic aneurysm include:
Smoking High blood pressure High cholesterol Male gender Emphysema Genetic factors Obesity </s> |
<s>[INST] Who is at highest risk for Abdominal aortic aneurysm ? [/INST] An abdominal aortic aneurysm can develop in anyone, but is most often seen in males over 60 who have one or more risk factors. The larger the aneurysm, the more likely it is to rupture and break open. </s> |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Abdominal aortic aneurysm ? [/INST] Go to the emergency room or call 911 if you have pain in your belly or back that does not go away or is very bad. </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Abdominal aortic aneurysm (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] The outcome is usually good if an experienced surgeon repairs the aneurysm before it ruptures. However, less than 40% of patients survive a ruptured abdominal aneurysm. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Acute aortic syndrome? [/INST] The symptoms usually begin suddenly, and include severe chest pain. The pain may feel like a heart attack, and can:
Be described as sharp, stabbing, tearing, or ripping Be felt below the chest bone, then move under the shoulder blades or to the back Move... |
<s>[INST] What causes Acute aortic syndrome? [/INST] When it leaves the heart, the aorta first moves up through the chest toward the head (the ascending aorta). It then bends or arches, and finally moves down through the chest and abdomen (the descending aorta). Acute aortic syndrome most often happens because of a tea... |
<s>[INST] Who is at highest risk for Acute aortic syndrome ? [/INST] Aging Atherosclerosis Blunt trauma to the chest, such as hitting the steering wheel of a car during an accident High blood pressure
Other risk factors and conditions associated with the development of acute aortic syndrome include:
Bicuspid aortic val... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Acute aortic syndrome ? [/INST] If you have symptoms of acute aortic syndrome or severe chest pain, call 911 or your local emergency number or go to the emergency room as quickly as possible. </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Acute aortic syndrome (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Acute aortic syndrome is life-threatening. The condition can be managed with surgery if it is done before the aorta ruptures. Less than half of patients with a ruptured aorta survive.
Those who survive will need lifelong, aggressive ... |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Alstrom syndrome? [/INST] Blindness or severe vision impairment in infancy Dark patches of skin (acanthosis nigricans) Deafness Impaired heart function (cardiomyopathy), which may lead to heart failure Obesity Progressive kidney failure Slowed growth Symptoms of childhood-onset or typ... |
<s>[INST] What causes Alstrom syndrome? [/INST] Alström syndrome is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. This means both your parents must pass on a copy of the defective gene (ALMS1) in order for you to have this disease. It is unknown how the defective gene causes the disorder. The condition is extremely rare.... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Alstrom syndrome ? [/INST] Call your health care provider if you or your child have symptoms of diabetes such as increased thirst and urination. Seek medical attention promptly if you think that your child cannot see or hear normally. </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Alstrom syndrome (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] The following are likely to develop:
Deafness Permanent blindness Type 2 diabetes Kidney and liver failure may get worse. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Amyloidosis? [/INST] Symptoms depend on the organs affected by the deposits. These organs can include the tongue, intestines, skeletal and smooth muscles, nerves, skin, ligaments, heart, liver, spleen, and kidneys. Symptoms include:
Abnormal heart rhythm (arrythmia) Enlarged tongue Fa... |
<s>[INST] What causes Amyloidosis? [/INST] The cause of primary amyloidosis is unknown. The condition is related to abnormal and excess production of antibodies by a type of immune cell called plasma cells.
Primary amyloidosis can lead to conditions that include:
Carpal tunnel syndrome Heart muscle damage (cardiomyopat... |
<s>[INST] Who is at highest risk for Amyloidosis ? [/INST] Risk factors have not been identified. Primary amyloidosis is rare. It is similar to multiple myeloma, and is treated the same way. </s> |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Amyloidosis ? [/INST] Call your health care provider if:
You have symptoms of primary amyloidosis. You know you have primary amyloidosis and you have difficulty breathing, persistent swelling of the ankles or other areas, decreased urine output, or other symptoms t... |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Amyloidosis (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] How severe the disease is depends on the organs that are affected. When the heart and kidney are involved, it may lead to organ failure and death. Body-wide (systemic) involvement can lead to death in 1 to 3 years. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Aneurysm ? [/INST] The symptoms depend on the location of the aneurysm. If the aneurysm occurs near the body's surface, pain and swelling with a throbbing mass is often seen.
Aneurysms within the body or brain often cause no symptoms.
If an aneurysm ruptures, pain, low blood pressure,... |
<s>[INST] What causes Aneurysm ? [/INST] It is not clear exactly what causes aneurysms. Some aneurysms are present at birth (congenital). Defects in some of the parts of the artery wall may be responsible. Common locations for aneurysms include:
The major artery from the heart (the aorta) The brain (cerebral aneurysm) ... |
<s>[INST] When to Contact a Medical Professional ? [/INST] Call your health care provider for if you develop a lump on your body, whether or not it is painful and throbbing. </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Aneurysm (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] With successful surgical repair, the outlook is often excellent. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are symptoms of Angina? [/INST] Angina itself is the most important syptom of coronary artery disease. It is the signal of myocardial ischemia. There are other symptoms accopanying with angina as following,
Chest pain: It always focus on precordial region or behind sternum. Not all chest pain is related ... |
<s>[INST] Who is at highest risk for Angina ? [/INST] Studies have found a number of factors that may induce angina. The risk factors of coronary artery disease are as the same as Angina. It concludes bad lifestyle and cardiovascular diseases risk factors. Some you can change and some you can not change.
Risk factors y... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Angina ? [/INST] People with cardiovascular diseases family history or bad life-style should go to the doctor to follow-up. When one has the following symptoms, he/she need to seek urgent medical care:
Persistent and severe chest pain Sudden drop in blood pressure ... |
<s>[INST] What are symptoms of angina pectoris? [/INST] Angina itself is the most important syptom of coronary artery disease. It is the signal of myocardial ischemia. There are other symptoms accopanying with angina as following,
Chest pain: It always focus on precordial region or behind sternum. Not all chest pain is... |
<s>[INST] Who is at highest risk for Angina pectoris ? [/INST] Studies have found a number of factors that may induce angina. The risk factors of coronary artery disease are as the same as Angina. It concludes bad lifestyle and cardiovascular diseases risk factors. Some you can change and some you can not change.
Risk ... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Angina pectoris ? [/INST] People with cardiovascular diseases family history or bad life-style should go to the doctor to follow-up. When one has the following symptoms, he/she need to seek urgent medical care:
Persistent and severe chest pain Sudden drop in blood ... |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Antithrombin III deficiency? [/INST] Patients will usually have symptoms of a blood clot, including:
Coughing up blood Fainting Shortness of breath and pain when taking deep breaths Swelling of one leg </s> |
<s>[INST] What causes Antithrombin III deficiency? [/INST] Antithrombin III is a protein in the blood that naturally blocks blood clots from forming. Congenital antithrombin III deficiency is an inherited disease. It occurs when a person receives one abnormal copy of a gene from a parent with the disease.
The abnormal ... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Antithrombin III deficiency ? [/INST] See your health care provider if you have symptoms of this condition. </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Antithrombin III deficiency (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Most patients have a good outcome if they stay on anticoagulant medications. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are symptoms of Aortic coarctation? [/INST] The signs and symptoms of coarctation of the aorta depend on how much blood can flow through the artery. Children with serious aortic narrowing tend to show signs and symptoms earlier in life, while mild cases may not be diagnosed until adulthood. Usual symptom... |
<s>[INST] What are causes Aortic coarctation? [/INST] The aorta carries blood from the heart to the vessels that supply the body with blood and nutrients. If part of the aorta is narrowed, it is hard for blood to pass through the artery. Aortic coarctation is more common in persons with certain genetic disorders, such ... |
<s>[INST] Who is at highest risk for Aortic coarctation ? [/INST] Like many congenital heart disease, the cause of aortic coarctation is not clear. Clinical studies suggest that genetic and environmental factors both play an important role during pregnancy. These include:
Genetic disorders such as Turner syndrome Viral... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Aortic coarctation ? [/INST] Call your health care provider if your baby has aortic coarctation and symptoms do not improve with treatment, or if new symptoms appear. If your baby experiences either of the following symptoms, seeking urgent medical care as soon as ... |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Aortic coarctation (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] The prognosis of aortic coarctation depends on whether balloon angioplasty and stenting or the surgery has been done or not. </s> |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Aortic dissection? [/INST] The symptoms usually begin suddenly, and include severe chest pain. The pain may feel like a heart attack, and can:
Be described as sharp, stabbing, tearing, or ripping Be felt below the chest bone, then move under the shoulder blades or to the back Move to ... |
<s>[INST] What causes Aortic dissection? [/INST] When it leaves the heart, the aorta first moves up through the chest toward the head (the ascending aorta). It then bends or arches, and finally moves down through the chest and abdomen (the descending aorta). Aortic dissection most often happens because of a tear or dam... |
<s>[INST] Who is at highest risk for Aortic dissection ? [/INST] The exact cause is unknown, but more common risks include:
Aging Atherosclerosis Blunt trauma to the chest, such as hitting the steering wheel of a car during an accident High blood pressure
Other risk factors and conditions associated with the developmen... |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Aortic dissection ? [/INST] If you have symptoms of aortic dissection or severe chest pain, call 911 or your local emergency number or go to the emergency room as quickly as possible. </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Aortic dissection (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Aortic dissection is life-threatening. The condition can be managed with surgery if it is done before the aorta ruptures. Less than half of patients with a ruptured aorta survive.
Those who survive will need lifelong, aggressive treatmen... |
<s>[INST] What are the symptoms of Aortic insufficiency? [/INST] Aortic insufficiency often has no symptoms for many years. Symptoms may occur slowly or suddenly and include the following:
Bounding pulse Chest pain, angina type (rare) Under the chest bone; pain may move to other areas of the body, most often the left s... |
<s>[INST] What causes Aortic insufficiency? [/INST] Aortic insufficiency can result from any condition that keeps the aortic valve from closing all the way. A small amount of blood comes back each time the heart beats.
The condition causes widening (dilation) of the left lower chamber of the heart. Larger amounts of bl... |
<s>[INST] Who is at highest risk for Aortic insufficiency ? [/INST] Aortic insufficiency affects approximately 5 out of every 10,000 people. It is most common in men between the ages of 30 and 60. </s> |
<s>[INST] When to seek urgent medical care when I have Aortic insufficiency ? [/INST] Call your health care provider if:
You have symptoms of aortic insufficiency. You have aortic insufficiency and symptoms worsen or new symptoms develop, especially chest pain, difficulty breathing, or edema (swelling). </s> |
<s>[INST] What to expect if I have Aortic insufficiency (Outlook/Prognosis)? [/INST] Aortic insufficiency is curable with surgical repair. This can completely relieve symptoms unless severe heart failure is present or other complications develop. Without treatment, patients with angina or congestive heart failure do p... |
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