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Question: When might I get a sedimentation rate test?
Answer: Your doctor might order the sed rate test if you have symptoms like these: Headaches Stiff, swollen, or painful joints Pain in your shoulders, neck, or pelvis Appetite loss Weight loss without trying The sed rate test can be part of the process of discovering if you have one of these conditions: Infection (including of the bones) Cancer Arteritis (inflammation of the blood vessels) Lupus (an autoimmune disease that damages the skin, joints, and other parts of your body) Polymyalgia rheumatica (causes stiff and painful muscles) Rheumatoid arthritis (autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks your joints) Systematic vasculitis (inflammation in your blood vessels) You might also get this test once you've started treatment for one of these conditions.
Question: What conditions are identified with sedimentation rate test?
Answer: Your doctor might order the sed rate test if you have symptoms like these: Headaches Stiff, swollen, or painful joints Pain in your shoulders, neck, or pelvis Appetite loss Weight loss without trying The sed rate test can be part of the process of discovering if you have one of these conditions: Infection (including of the bones) Cancer Arteritis (inflammation of the blood vessels) Lupus (an autoimmune disease that damages the skin, joints, and other parts of your body) Polymyalgia rheumatica (causes stiff and painful muscles) Rheumatoid arthritis (autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks your joints) Systematic vasculitis (inflammation in your blood vessels) You might also get this test once you've started treatment for one of these conditions. The sed rate can help your doctor see how well your body is responding to treatment.
Question: What other tests might I need in addition to a sedimentation rate test?
Answer: These include: Anemia Older age Kidney problems Thyroid disease Pregnancy or having your period Obesity Drugs like birth control pills, methyldopa ( Aldomet), theophylline ( Theo-24, Theolair, Elixophylline), vitamin A, cortisone, and quinine The sed rate test can only tell your doctor that you have inflammation somewhere in your body. It can't show where the inflammation is or what caused it. Your doctor will use the sed rate test together with other tests of inflammation, such as C-reactive protein, to make a diagnosis. Talk to your doctor about the results of your sed rate test, and any other tests you have. Make sure you understand what the results mean, and how they'll affect your treatment.
Question: What is the sedimentation rate?
Answer: It's one clue for your doctor that you might have a disease linked to inflammation, like arthritis or cancer, or an infection. The sed rate test measures how fast red blood cells fall to the bottom of a tube. Inflammation creates proteins that make red blood cells fall more quickly. Another name for this test is erythrocyte sedimentation rate ( ESR). Red blood cells are called erythrocytes. Sedimentation is the process by which they fall to the bottom of the tube.
Question: What does a high sedimentation rate mean?
Answer: The sedimentation rate -- or âsed rate,â for short -- is a blood test that checks for inflammation in your body.
Question: What can affect sedimentation rate test results?
Answer: Some conditions and medicines can affect the speed at which red blood cells fall, and they may affect your test results. These include: Anemia Older age Kidney problems Thyroid disease Pregnancy or having your period Obesity Drugs like birth control pills, methyldopa ( Aldomet), theophylline ( Theo-24, Theolair, Elixophylline), vitamin A, cortisone, and quinine The sed rate test can only tell your doctor that you have inflammation somewhere in your body.
Question: How is a blood sample taken during a sedimentation rate test?
Answer: It's just a basic blood test. Let your doctor know what medicines (and supplements) you take before you have the test. Certain drugs can affect the results. Also let your doctor know if you are pregnant or are having your period. A nurse or other health care provider will take a sample of your blood, usually from a vein in your arm. He will first tie a band around the upper part of your arm to make your vein fill with blood and swell up. Then he'll clean the area with an antiseptic, and place a needle into your vein. Your blood will collect into a vial or tube. The process should only take a couple of minutes. Afterward, you'll get a piece of gauze and a bandage over the area to stop the bleeding. You may feel a slight sting as your blood is drawn. Afterward, you may have a small bruise. You might feel feel dizzy and sore, and there might be some bleeding.
Question: Where can I get help for clinical depression?
Answer: Once you decide to seek medical help, start with your primary care doctor. He or she can evaluate you to make sure that medicines or another illness are not the source of your symptoms. Your primary care doctor can also thoroughly assess your symptoms and provide treatment. If needed, he may refer you to a mental health care professional for care.
Question: How do physician assistants treat depression?
Answer: Physician Assistant: These medical health care givers are trained to identify symptoms of depression in patients and have some training in treating mental or psychiatric disorders under the supervision of a physician.
Question: Who treats clinical depression?
Answer: Health care providers in many different environments and specialties are trained to identify the presence of depression. The following are general health care providers who are qualified to treat depression: Physician: Primary care doctors (such as internists or family practice doctors) are primarily skilled in medical health care but also are trained to treat mental or psychiatric problems.
Question: How do social workers help treat depression?
Answer: Social Worker: These are specialists who provide mental health services for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of depression and other mental or psychiatric illness in individuals, families, and groups. Their goal is to enhance and maintain a person's physical, psychological, and social functioning.
Question: How do psychologists treat depression?
Answer: Psychologist: These are doctoral degree ( Ph D or Psy D) experts in psychology and are trained in counseling, psychotherapy, and psychological testing. Psychologists are not medical doctors and are not medically trained, and therefore are not licensed to prescribe medicines to treat mental illnesses except in a few states where legislation has permitted this.
Question: How do psychiatrists treat depression?
Answer: Psychiatrist: These are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental or psychiatric illnesses. Psychiatrists are licensed to prescribe drugs as part of their treatment regimen and are also trained in psychotherapy, a form of "talking" therapy.
Question: How do physicians treat depression?
Answer: The following are general health care providers who are qualified to treat depression: Physician: Primary care doctors (such as internists or family practice doctors) are primarily skilled in medical health care but also are trained to treat mental or psychiatric problems. They can also screen you for depression. Physicians usually recommend specialized care for patients with more than mild symptoms of depression.
Question: What are tips for traveling by air with Parkinson's disease?
Answer: Request a non-stop flight and an aisle seat. Check as many bags as possible, but remember to keep your medications in your carry-on. Use airport shuttles, or ask for a wheelchair if your gate is a far distance. Ask for early seating for a few extra minutes to board and get comfortable. Use the bathroom before you get on the plane. Airplane bathrooms are often small and not handicapped-accessible. If you are on a restricted diet, request a special meal in advance.
Question: How can cervical position help you know where you are in your fertility cycle?
Answer: Another way to learn about where you are in your fertility cycle is to check the position of your cervix. If you put two fingers into your vagina, you should feel the cervix at the end. Before you ovulate, it should feel hard and dry, like the tip of your nose. During ovulation, you should notice that it seems to have shifted higher and that it feels softer and wetter. But you should always make sure that your hands are clean before you start poking around. And since it may be hard to tell exactly what you're looking for, you may want to talk to your doctor first.
Question: What is the pattern of cervical mucus changes for a woman with a 28-day cycle?
Answer: For a woman with a 28-day cycle, the pattern of changes in her cervical mucus could look something like this: Days 1-5: Menstruation happens. Days 6-9: Vagina is dry with little to no mucus. Days 10-12: Sticky, thick mucus appears, gradually becoming less thick and more white. Days 13-15: Mucus becomes thin, slippery, stretchy, and clear -- like egg whites. This is the most fertile stage. Days 16-21: Mucus becomes sticky and thick again. Days 22-28: Vagina becomes dry. But your cycle could be very different from this pattern, which is why it's useful to mark changes on your own fertility chart. Ideally, you should check your cervical mucus every day, possibly every time you go to the bathroom. If you rub some toilet paper or your fingers -- after washing your hands -- over the opening of your vagina, you should be able to find cervical mucus. Examine the color and consistency between your fingers, and write down what you find.
Question: What are the home treatments for nausea and vomiting?
Answer: He or she will ask about the severity and timing of your symptoms, as well as take a food history and ask if you have had any contact with sick people. Home treatments can help relieve nausea. If your nausea is chronic, you'll need to find a variety of vegetables and proteins that don't upset your stomach to maintain proper nutrition. Stay away from fried or greasy foods. Steer clear of sweets. Eat small meals and eat them slowly. Rest a while after eating with your head elevated.
Question: What is causing my nausea and vomiting?
Answer: He or she will ask about the severity and timing of your symptoms, as well as take a food history and ask if you have had any contact with sick people. You will also undergo a physical exam to look for causes and signs of dehydration. Blood and/or urine tests and/or an abdominal X-ray may be taken to determine the cause of nausea and vomiting. If your nausea is chronic, you'll need to find a variety of vegetables and proteins that don't upset your stomach to maintain proper nutrition. After determining the cause of nausea and vomiting, there are prescription drugs that your doctor can give you if the symptoms are not getting better on their own.
Question: Can a corneal abrasion be prevented?
Answer: If you feel like there's something in your eye, you're going to want to rub it. Don't -- that's how you get a scratch. Do this instead: Blink your eye several times. Pull your upper eyelid over the lower eyelid. Gently rinse your eye out with clean water or a sterile saline solution. Don't try to remove anything that's stuck onto your cornea. Only a doctor should do that.
Question: What should I do while my eye heals from a corneal abrasion?
Answer: While your eye heals: Don't rub your eye. Don't wear contacts until your eye doctor says it's safe to do so. Wear sunglasses to ease discomfort caused by sunlight.
Question: What causes a corneal abrasion?
Answer: You might get a scratch if you: Poke your eye with a fingernail, pen, or makeup brush Get dirt, sand, sawdust, ash, or some other foreign matter in your eye Get chemicals in your eye Rub it too hard Wear poor-fitting or dirty contact lenses Get a certain type of eye infection Have surgery without proper eye protection Play sports or engage in high-risk physical activity without safety eyewear Overwear your contact lenses You may not feel symptoms right away. As a result, you may not be able to figure out what caused it.
Question: How will I recover from a corneal abrasion?
Answer: You should fully recover from a minor scratch without permanent eye damage. But deep scratches can cause infections, scars, and other problems. If you don't take care of them, they can lead to long-term vision problems. Report any unusual symptoms, including a return of pain after treatment, to your eye doctor.
Question: Can corneal abrasions be prevented?
Answer: If you feel like there's something in your eye, you're going to want to rub it. Don't -- that's how you get a scratch. Do this instead: Blink your eye several times. Pull your upper eyelid over the lower eyelid. Gently rinse your eye out with clean water or a sterile saline solution. Don't try to remove anything that's stuck onto your cornea. Only a doctor should do that.
Question: What should you do if you feel like something's stuck in your eye?
Answer: If you feel like there's something in your eye, you're going to want to rub it. The doctor will look at your eye and use a product called eye stain that lets him see the surface of your cornea. If something is on it or in it, he can safely remove it.
Question: What are the symptoms of corneal abrasion?
Answer: Don't -- that's how you get a scratch. If not, you might: Feel like you have sand or grit in your eye Have pain, especially when you open or close your eye Notice tearing and redness Become sensitive to light Have blurred vision Your doctor may prescribe antibiotic eyedrops or ointment to keep your eye from getting infected.
Question: What is the latent stage of syphilis?
Answer: Latent During this phase, the syphilis bacteria are still alive in your body, but you have no signs or symptoms of the infection. You're not contagious during this stage, but syphilis may still affect your heart, brain, nerves, bones, and other parts of your body. This phase can last for years.
Question: Why does polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) cause weight gain?
Answer: PCOS makes it more difficult for the body to use the hormone insulin, which normally helps convert sugars and starches from foods into energy. This condition -- called insulin resistance -- can cause insulin and sugar -- glucose -- to build up in the bloodstream. High insulin levels increase the production of male hormones called androgens. High androgen levels lead to symptoms such as body hair growth, acne, irregular periods -- and weight gain.
Question: What is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
Answer: PCOS is the most common hormonal disorder in women of childbearing age and can lead to issues with fertility. Women who have PCOS have higher levels of male hormones and are also less sensitive to insulin or are "insulin-resistant."
Question: What is Metformin (Glucophage) for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
Answer: Metformin is a diabetes drug that helps the body use insulin more efficiently. It also reduces testosterone production. Some research has found that it can help obese women with PCOS lose weight.
Question: What healthy lifestyle habits can keep your weight under control with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)?
Answer: In addition to taking medication, adding healthy habits into your lifestyle can help you keep your weight under control: Eat a high-fiber, low-sugar diet. Load up on fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Avoid processed and fatty foods to keep your blood sugar levels in check. If you're having trouble eating healthy on your own, talk to your doctor or a dietitian. Eat four to six small meals throughout the day, rather than three large meals. This will help control your blood sugar levels. Exercise for at least 30 minutes a day on most, if not all, days of the week.
Question: When should clinical trials be considered for nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: If treatment does not work, consider joining a clinical trial. Researchers are always testing new ways to treat cancer, and they need your help. Ask your doctor or nurse if there are any clinical trials on nasopharyngeal cancer in your area.
Question: What tests may be done to confirm diagnosis of nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: Imaging tests may include: Chest X-ray CT scan MRI Ultrasound of the neck The following tests may also be performed: Complete blood count ( CBC) and other blood tests EBV testing If you are diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer, other tests will be done to determine if and where the cancer has spread. This is called staging.
Question: What lifestyle habits increase the risk of nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: The risk for NPC goes up if you eat a diet rich in salt-cured fish and meat. Tobacco and alcohol may also increase the risk, although their link to NPC is not clear. Some scientists believe that chemicals in these things further damage the DNA in cells.
Question: Can chemotherapy treat nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill cancer cells. By itself, it is not usually helpful for treating nasopharyngeal cancer. But it may help you live longer when combined with radiotherapy or biological drugs.
Question: How can you lower the risk of nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: Do not drink a lot of alcohol.
Question: Can surgery cure nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: Surgery to remove the tumor is not often performed because of the tumor's location near nerves and blood vessels. It may cause permanent damage to the eye and other nearby structures. Not all people with nasopharyngeal cancer can have surgery. Your doctor will consider the location and stage of your tumor when discussing your treatment options.
Question: What causes nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: However, the cancer has been strongly linked to the Epstein- Barr virus ( EBV).
Question: What happens if I am diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: If you are diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer, you will need regular follow-ups with your medical team before, during, and after treatment. Your treatment will depend on many things, including: Location of the tumor Stage of the tumor Your overall health Treatment may include: Radiation Therapy .
Question: What populations are most affected by nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: Fewer than one in every 100,000 people in the U. S. gets this type of cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. The cancer is most common in southern China and southeast Asia. It is also much more common in: Other parts of Asia North Africa Inuit populations of Alaska and Canada Chinese and Hmong immigrant groups in the U. S. In the U. S., nasopharyngeal cancer has also been seen in African- Americans, Hispanics, and white people.
Question: Where is the nasopharynx?
Answer: The nasopharynx is precariously placed at the base of your skull, above the roof of your mouth. Your nostrils open into the nasopharynx. When you breathe, air flows through your nose into your throat and nasopharynx, and eventually into your lungs.
Question: What is another name for nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: Nasopharyngeal cancer is also called nasopharyngeal carcinoma ( NPC).
Question: What happens if my exam for nasopharyngeal cancer is abnormal?
Answer: If the exam is abnormal, your doctor may recommend a biopsy. A biopsy is the removal of a small amount of tissue for examination under a microscope. A biopsy may be taken during the nasopharyngoscopy. If there is a lump in your neck, the biopsy may be done by placing a very thin, hollow needle into the lump.
Question: How is chemotherapy used to treat nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill cancer cells. By itself, it is not usually helpful for treating nasopharyngeal cancer. But it may help you live longer when combined with radiotherapy or biological drugs.
Question: How is radiation therapy used to treat nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: Radiation therapy uses X-rays to kill cancer cells and stop them from growing. It is usually part of the standard treatment for early stage nasopharyngeal cancer. One type called IMRT delivers high-dose radiation directly to the tumor while minimizing damage to nearby healthy tissue. It may cause fewer side effects or complications than conventional radiation treatment to the nasopharynx, which can lead to: dry mouth inflammation of the lining of your mouth and throat blindness brain stem injury death of healthy tissue tooth decay Chemotherapy.
Question: How is nasopharyngeal cancer treated?
Answer: If you are diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer, you will need regular follow-ups with your medical team before, during, and after treatment. Your treatment will depend on many things, including: Location of the tumor Stage of the tumor Your overall health Treatment may include: Radiation Therapy .
Question: What tests are used to diagnose nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: Imaging tests can help spot nasopharyngeal cancer or determine if it has spread. Imaging tests may include: Chest X-ray CT scan MRI Ultrasound of the neck The following tests may also be performed: Complete blood count ( CBC) and other blood tests EBV testing If you are diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer, other tests will be done to determine if and where the cancer has spread.
Question: How can clinical trials help with nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: If treatment does not work, consider joining a clinical trial. Researchers are always testing new ways to treat cancer, and they need your help. Ask your doctor or nurse if there are any clinical trials on nasopharyngeal cancer in your area.
Question: Who is more likely to get nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: You are more likely to get this type of cancer if you: Are male Eat a diet rich in salt-cured fish and meats Have a family history of nasopharyngeal cancer Have certain genes linked to cancer development Have come in contact with EBV Some, but not all, studies have found a higher risk of nasopharyngeal cancer in people who: Smoke Drink a lot of alcohol Work around wood dust or a chemical called formaldehyde Symptoms of nasopharyngeal cancer may include: Lump in neck (most common) Blurry or double vision Ear infections that recur Face pain or numbness Headache Hearing loss, ringing in the ears, or a feeling of fullness in the ear Difficulty opening mouth Nosebleeds Stuffy nose Sore throat Keep in mind, such symptoms are more likely to occur with many other diseases and health conditions that are far less serious than nasopharyngeal cancer.
Question: What increases the risk for nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: The risk for NPC goes up if you eat a diet rich in salt-cured fish and meat. Tobacco and alcohol may also increase the risk, although their link to NPC is not clear. Some scientists believe that chemicals in these things further damage the DNA in cells.
Question: Who gets nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: Fewer than one in every 100,000 people in the U. S. gets this type of cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. The cancer is most common in southern China and southeast Asia. It is also much more common in: Other parts of Asia North Africa Inuit populations of Alaska and Canada Chinese and Hmong immigrant groups in the U. S. In the U. S., nasopharyngeal cancer has also been seen in African- Americans, Hispanics, and white people.
Question: What happens if you are diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer?
Answer: Imaging tests may include: Chest X-ray CT scan MRI Ultrasound of the neck The following tests may also be performed: Complete blood count ( CBC) and other blood tests EBV testing If you are diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer, other tests will be done to determine if and where the cancer has spread. This is called staging.
Question: What is a nasopharyngoscopy?
Answer: A flexible, lighted tube may be placed through your mouth or nose to help the doctor better view the nasopharynx. If the exam is abnormal, your doctor may recommend a biopsy.