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Question: What does "alternative therapy" mean for people with diabetes?
Answer: The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, part of the National Institutes of Health, defines complementary and alternative medicine as a "group of diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not presently considered to be part of conventional medicine." Complementary medicine is used with conventional treatments, whereas alternative medicine is used instead of conventional medicine. To learn more about alternative therapies for diabetes treatment, contact the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health.
Question: What causes night vision problems?
Answer: Not enough zinc.
Question: How do you diagnose night vision problems?
Answer: A simple exam and conversation at an eye doctor's office can show the cause of your night blindness. The doctor will use drops to open your eyes up wide (he'll call this dilation).
Question: What can you do about night vision problems?
Answer: What you can do for night blindness depends on the cause. Cataracts are removed surgically. The doctor will replace your clouded natural lens with a clear artificial model known as an intraocular lens. One treatment uses a laser to destroy the tiny blood vessels that threaten your vision. But it won't hurt to eat foods rich in these nutrients if you have trouble seeing at night.
Question: What happens if heart failure is left untreated?
Answer: Left untreated, heart failure worsens and may prevent the heart from pumping enough blood to keep the person alive.
Question: How common is heart failure and how serious is it?
Answer: About 5.8 million Americans have heart failure, which contributes to about 282,000 deaths each year. Although treatment of heart failure has led to improved survival rates, as many as ten percent of patients with mild heart failure and more than 50% of patients with more severe heart failure die annually. Heart failure is the single most frequent cause of hospitalization for Americans ages 65 and older.
Question: What are the most common causes of heart failure?
Answer: The most common causes of heart failure are: Coronary artery disease (narrowing or hardening of arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle, usually caused by a buildup of fats and cholesterol) High blood pressure (hypertension) Many people with heart failure have both coronary artery disease and hypertension. Heart failure may also be caused by other conditions that weaken or interfere with the heart's function, including: Previous heart attack Heart valve disease Dysfunction of the heart muscle (cardiomyopathy) Heart defects present at birth Infection of the heart valves or muscle (endocarditis or myocarditis) Diabetes Chronic kidney disease
Question: Who can get primary liver cancer?
Answer: Children and adults can both get primary liver cancer, but it's more common when you're older. There are different types and many ways to treat it.
Question: How is embolization therapy (reduced blood flow) used to treat liver cancer?
Answer: Embolization therapy (reduced blood flow): Your liver gets blood from two blood vessels. Most normal liver cells get it from one blood vessel and cancer cells get it from the other. With embolization therapy, your doctor cuts off the blood flow to the cancer cells to kill the tumor.
Question: How is chemotherapy used to treat liver cancer?
Answer: Chemotherapy: This uses medications to treat cancer. For liver cancer, it's usually done with a pump placed in your body so the medicine goes right to your liver, not your whole body. Chemotherapy that you take by mouth or injection isn't usually helpful for liver cancer.
Question: How is surgery used to treat primary liver cancer?
Answer: Surgery: If you have just one small tumor and your cancer hasn't spread, you may have surgery to remove it along with part of your liver. If you have liver disease though, that's not an option. You may get a liver transplant instead, but these aren't too common.
Question: What is the treatment for primary liver cancer?
Answer: These depend on your age, overall health, how advanced the cancer is, and what you prefer. Different treatments can have different side effects, and you may need more than one.
Question: What is the diagnosis for primary liver cancer?
Answer: When they do show up, you may have very general symptoms such as: Fever Feeling like you might throw up No desire to eat Weakness or feeling more tired than usual You may also have: A hard lump on the right side of your belly just below your ribcage Pain on the upper right side of your belly or in your right shoulder blade and back Swelling in your belly Weight loss for no reason White, chalky stool or dark urine Yellowish eyes and skin Typically, your doctor starts with a physical exam to check for lumps or anything else that seems unusual. You'll also talk about your health history. Your doctor may then do: Blood tests to look for certain substances that could be signs of cancer Imaging, such as CT, MRI, and ultrasound to see how many tumors you have and where they are located A biopsy, where cells or tissues are removed to see if they're cancerous.
Question: What is the most common type of liver cancer?
Answer: Hepatocellular cancer ( HCC) is by far the most common type of cancer that starts in the liver. Most people who get it also have an ongoing (or âchronicâ) liver disease, such as cirrhosis. It's found more often in men than women.
Question: What causes primary liver cancer?
Answer: It's often not clear what causes liver cancer, but you may be more likely to get it if you have: Chronic hepatitis B virus ( HBV) or chronic hepatitis C virus ( HCV) infection, both of which can lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer Cirrhosis, a chronic liver disease caused by hepatitis or years of heavy drinking Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease -- common with obese people, even if they don't drink Certain liver diseases, such as hemochromatosis (when your body absorbs too much iron) and Wilson's disease (when your body absorbs too much copper) Type 2 diabetes If you're very overweight or drink heavily for many years, you're more likely to get cirrhosis, which can make you more likely to get liver cancer. Also, if you've eaten foods with aflatoxins, you have a higher chance of getting this cancer. Aflatoxins are poisons made by a fungus that grows on some crops, such as corn and peanuts, when they aren't stored the right way.
Question: What are the symptoms of primary liver cancer?
Answer: It's all very orderly. When they do show up, you may have very general symptoms such as: Fever Feeling like you might throw up No desire to eat Weakness or feeling more tired than usual You may also have: A hard lump on the right side of your belly just below your ribcage Pain on the upper right side of your belly or in your right shoulder blade and back Swelling in your belly Weight loss for no reason White, chalky stool or dark urine Yellowish eyes and skin Typically, your doctor starts with a physical exam to check for lumps or anything else that seems unusual.
Question: What are treatments for benign rolandic epilepsy?
Answer: Often in benign rolandic epilepsy, no treatment is needed or recommended. Seizures in benign rolandic epilepsy are usually mild, harmless, and infrequent. Virtually all children outgrow the condition. Children might benefit from treatment if they're having any of these problems related to benign rolandic epilepsy: learning difficulties problems thinking or concentrating behavior problems daytime seizures frequent seizures Anti-seizure medications like Tegretol (carbamazepine), Trileptal (oxcarbazepine), or Neurontin (gabapentin) are most often prescribed to treat benign rolandic epilepsy.
Question: What causes benign rolandic epilepsy?
Answer: No one knows what causes benign rolandic epilepsy. Children who have close relatives with epilepsy are slightly more likely to develop the condition.
Question: What medications are used to treat benign rolandic epilepsy?
Answer: Children might benefit from treatment if they're having any of these problems related to benign rolandic epilepsy: learning difficulties problems thinking or concentrating behavior problems daytime seizures frequent seizures Anti-seizure medications like Tegretol (carbamazepine), Trileptal (oxcarbazepine), or Neurontin (gabapentin) are most often prescribed to treat benign rolandic epilepsy.
Question: Who gets benign rolandic epilepsy?
Answer: Benign rolandic epilepsy is one form of epilepsy. When seizures are mild and only occur during sleep, benign rolandic epilepsy can easily go undiagnosed.
Question: How can you keep the cat litter box clean?
Answer: 1 rule, and the only thing that will keep litter box odor at bay, is constant cleaning. That means scooping the box out at least twice a day, removing the solids and liquid clumps if you use clumping litter. For those who don’t use clumping litter, use a large, solid metal spoon (such as a large kitchen spoon) to lift out the most urine-soaked areas each time you clean. Add litter as needed to replace what is removed. Also wash the box weekly, or every other week if you are using clumping litter. Use a mild, unscented dish detergent or a mild bleach spray (20 parts water to one part bleach) and rinse well. Clean your scooper also. When dry, add 2 to 3 inches of litter. Cats don’t like a deep tray of litter and this allows you to add litter as you scoop.
Question: What types of cat litter box should you avoid?
Answer: And avoid covered boxes. Most cats don’t like them, and they can trap odors inside, making it unpleasant for your pet to enter. Many cats also don’t like plastic liners, which can snare cat’s claws when they dig. This also allows urine to seep under the liner, where it won’t be absorbed by the litter and can cause odors. As for self-cleaning litter boxes, it depends. Some cats, especially skittish and large cats, may dislike them. But if your cat doesn’t mind, it’s an option for people who are gone for long periods.
Question: How can you keep cat litter box smell fresher?
Answer: No wonder studies have found that at least 10% of cats stop using their litter boxes reliably at some point. Many believe that clumping litters, which allow for the easy removal of solids and liquids, keep boxes smelling fresher. But cats can be very particular about which litters they will use. So experiment to find the litter your cat likes best, then stick with it. If a cat is on the third floor, and the box is in the basement, he may decide not to make the long trek.
Question: Where should you put the cat litter box?
Answer: Clean your scooper also. Don’t put a box in a small, enclosed area, like a tiny bathroom or closet, which will concentrate litter box odors. A larger, well-ventilated area is best. But it needs to be in a quiet, low-traffic area, away from your cat’s food, other pets, and anything that can startle or scare your cat while he’s using the box. Yes, it takes a daily effort on your part to keep litter box odors at bay. But the result will be a happier cat and a better-smelling home.
Question: How can you avoid hotel germs when you travel?
Answer: Health experts point out that most hotel rooms are better cleaned than most homes. Towels and sheets are changed daily, and the room is cleaned somewhat every day. Still, experts suggest wiping down remote controls, light switches, telephones, doorknobs, toilet seat handles, faucet handles, and other high-touch areas as a precaution when traveling with children.
Question: How can you avoid germs on airplanes?
Answer: Consider these measures if you're concerned about airplane germs: Sanitize "high touch" areas. Germs linger longer on nonporous materials like plastic. Wipe down surfaces such as tray tables, seat armrests, and lavatory door handles with an alcohol-based wipe or gel before your child uses them. Then use another paper towel to dry hands and open the door. If someone near you isn't covering coughs or sneezes, ask him to, even if it makes you feel awkward to do so. And be sure you do the same.
Question: How can you help your child avoid swimming pool and water parks germs?
Answer: Swimming pools and water parks. Chlorination does not kill all bacteria. Also teach young children to avoid swallowing water in pools and water parks.
Question: How can you avoid germs when traveling with children?
Answer: If you are planning to travel with a newborn infant or a child with a compromised immune system, talk to your child's doctor first about special precautions. These three strategies can help protect them: Make sure your child is up to date on immunizations, even when traveling in the U. S. Be sure your child has had routine vaccinations for measles, whooping cough, and other serious illnesses on the normal CDC schedule. And anyone in your travel party who hasn't gotten a yearly flu shot should consider getting one before heading out. Washing hands often, especially before meals, is the No. Using warm soap and water, lather up and scrub all over for 20 seconds, then rinse and dry. While you're at it, encourage your kids not to put dirty hands -- or other things -- in their mouth. Carry an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Question: How many adults in the U.S. have anxiety disorder?
Answer: According to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than 18% of adults in the United States suffer from an anxiety disorder in any given year, and anxiety disorders are prevalent in 25% of children ages 13 to 18. Like depression, anxiety is thought to arise from a combination of both genetic and environmental factors.
Question: What is social anxiety disorder?
Answer: Social anxiety disorder, also called social phobia, is a psychological condition that causes an overwhelming fear of situations that require interacting with another person or performing in front of others. Unlike being shy around strangers or nervous before a performance, social anxiety is a fear that you might humiliate yourself with your actions or speech in public. Social phobia is common.
Question: What are the symptoms of social phobia?
Answer: The symptoms of social phobia are much the same as symptoms for other anxiety disorders. They include: Difficulty talking Dry mouth Intense sweating Nausea Racing heart Trembling or shaking Like with other anxiety illnesses, symptoms can be tolerable or so severe that they become socially debilitating.
Question: What is generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
Answer: People with generalized anxiety disorder ( GAD) are filled with greatly exaggerated worry and tension -- even though there is usually nothing beyond ordinary concerns to worry about. These individuals anticipate disaster and ruminate about their health, their finances, their work, their relationships and family problems.
Question: What are the symptoms of panic disorder?
Answer: Panic disorder involves the sudden onset of overwhelming fear and terror. The person may also experience: Chest pain Choking Difficulty breathing Dizziness Gastrointestinal distress Headache Shortness of breath Sweaty palms Tachycardia (an unusually rapid heart beat) Trembling The person feels like he or she is either going to faint, have a heart attack and die, or go crazy.
Question: How is substance use disorder treated if you also have depression?
Answer: Taking more of the substance to ease withdrawal symptoms Withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, shaking, insomnia, agitation, hallucination, and sweating following a reduction in the amount of a substance taken There are varied approaches to treating people with substance abuse plus depression. Some will need detoxification in a hospital or a clinic. Rehabilitation may include one-on-one counseling, group counseling, and support groups. Antidepressant medicines -- in combination with education to help people address and conquer the emotions that cause them to abuse drugs or alcohol -- can also be effective.
Question: What is anxiety?
Answer: But true depression differs from an anxiety disorder in that a depressed mood is typically its most obvious symptom, whereas anxiety is the primary sign of an authentic anxiety disorder. This response can include rapid heartbeat, nausea, or profuse sweating.
Question: What are phobias?
Answer: Anxiety disorders include: Generalized anxiety disorder ( GAD) Panic disorder Specific phobias Social anxiety disorder Previously, two other conditions -- obsessive-compulsive disorder ( OCD) and posttraumatic stress disorder ( PTSD) -- had been classified by the American Psychiatric Association as being subtypes of anxiety disorders. They involve an unreasonable or irrational fear of something that poses little or no real danger. The fear can be of a situation, object, or event. If people with phobias can't avoid what they fear, then it immediately results in a marked anxiety response.
Question: What is the National Comprehensive Cancer Network  (NCCN)?
Answer: The National Comprehensive Cancer Network ( NCCN) is a nonprofit alliance of 27 cancer centers throughout the U. S. Experts from NCCN cancer centers diagnose and treat all cancers, with a particular focus on complex, aggressive, or uncommon cancers.
Question: Where do you get yeast infections?
Answer: Did you know that yeast infections can happen anywhere in the body, including your mouth and skin? They can also get into your blood.
Question: What medications can cause yeast infections?
Answer: If you use broad-spectrum antibiotics like tetracycline or amoxicillin to fight off another infection, these antibiotics can also kill off the healthy bacteria that keep the yeast in check. Corticosteroids.
Question: How can clothing cause yeast infections?
Answer: Wearing underwear (or tight jeans or a wet swimsuit) that doesn't breathe can increase body heat and moisture in the vagina. This creates conditions yeast likes to grow in. Choose underwear with a cotton crotch, and change out of swimsuits and workout clothes as soon as possible.
Question: How can douches and vaginal spray cause yeast infections?
Answer: Some products can change the acidity level in your vagina. That encourages the growth of yeast and can remove the helpful bacteria that keep yeast at bay.
Question: How does rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affect someone's sex life?
Answer: RA can sometimes make it tough to have a good sex life. On top of that, menopause can increase vaginal dryness, making sex painful. Many women with RA also have SjÃ¶gren's syndrome, an immune system condition that attacks moisture-producing glands in the body. It can cause vaginal dryness and make sex painful. Talk to your doctor about lubricants that may help.
Question: Does exercise help you feel better if you have rheumatoid arthritis during menopause?
Answer: Exercise is a simple thing that helps most women with RA feel better, including women who are going through or have been through menopause. It gives you more energy and joint flexibility, eases depression, and fights heart disease. It curbs the weight gain and insomnia that often come with menopause. Weight-bearing exercise helps protect against osteoporosis. Your doctor or a physical therapist can work with you to create a fun, safe exercise program.
Question: Why do hormones play a role in rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?
Answer: Some with rheumatoid arthritis find that menopause can affect their RA. Researchers aren't sure why, but hormones seem to play a role in RA. Nearly three times as many women get the disease as men. Many women who have it see their symptoms improve while they're pregnant. This may be because their estrogen levels go up during pregnancy.
Question: Does rheumatoid arthritis affect intimacy or sex life?
Answer: RA can sometimes make it tough to have a good sex life. On top of that, menopause can increase vaginal dryness, making sex painful. Many women with RA also have SjÃ¶gren's syndrome, an immune system condition that attacks moisture-producing glands in the body. It can cause vaginal dryness and make sex painful. Talk to your doctor about lubricants that may help.
Question: How can someone enjoy their sex life with rheumatoid arthritis and menopause?
Answer: If you're concerned about joint pain during sex, these ideas can help: Some positions -- like lying side by side with your partner -- can take the stress off your hips or other affected joints. You can also plan intimacy for the times of day when you usually feel less pain. Menopause and pain can affect your desire. Your partner may also be afraid that they'll cause you pain. It can help if both of you talk together with a doctor or counselor.
Question: When do rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms worsen?
Answer: Estrogen levels drop around the time of menopause. When that happens, RA symptoms may worsen. Some women first get symptoms around the time they start menopause. You might think that taking estrogen would reduce RA symptoms along with the symptoms of menopause, but that doesn't seem to be the case. And because hormone replacement therapy ( HRT) is linked with heart disease -- another increased risk for women with rheumatoid arthritis - doctors rarely recommend it for treating menopause symptoms in women with RA.
Question: Can menopause make the fatigue that comes from rheumatoid arthritis worse?
Answer: Menopause can make the fatigue that comes with RA worse. If you don't get enough sleep at night or you think your RA treatment isn't working as well as it should be, tell your doctor.
Question: How does menopause make someone feel fatigue with rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?
Answer: Menopause can make the fatigue that comes with RA worse. If you don't get enough sleep at night or you think your RA treatment isn't working as well as it should be, tell your doctor. Also talk to your doctor if you feel depressed. Many people with RA have depression as well, and although it's not a normal part of menopause, it's something to watch out for. Psychotherapy, exercise, and antidepressants can treat depression.
Question: Does rheumatoid arthritis make osteoporosis more likely?
Answer: Rheumatoid arthritis makes osteoporosis more likely. So does menopause. Those are good reasons for women with RA to get their bone density levels checked and make sure they get enough calcium and vitamin D. Your rheumatologist can calculate your odds of getting a bone fracture over the next 10 years by giving you a DEXA scan to measure your bone density. They'll find the best treatment or prevention plan for you. Your doctor may recommend that you take prescription drugs to keep up your bone density and strength.
Question: Does rheumatoid arthritis affect menopause?
Answer: Some with rheumatoid arthritis find that menopause can affect their RA.
Question: What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's disease?
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Question: When should you call your doctor about constipation?
Answer: Call your doctor right away if you have sudden constipation with belly pain or cramping and you aren't able to poop or pass gas at all. Also, make the call if: Constipation is a new problem for you, and lifestyle changes haven't helped.