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Question: What are symptoms of opioid addiction?
Answer: Opioids are narcotics, which block feelings of pain. Common side effects include: Constipation Drowsiness Nausea Thought and memory problems Vomiting It's common to develop a dependence on certain medications if you use them for a long time. If you physically depend on a medication, you'll have withdrawal symptoms if you stop using it. Symptoms of opioid withdrawal include: Restlessness Muscle and bone pain Insomnia Diarrhea Vomiting Chills with goose bumps Involuntary leg movements Dependence often goes hand-in-hand with tolerance, which is the need to take higher doses of a medication to get the same effect. If you are addicted, you: Can't stop taking the drug Feel anxious, moody, depressed, or uninterested in things Spend all your money on drugs Lie, hide, or steal because of drugs Slur your speech or feel agitated Neglect work, family, and your appearance Dependence and tolerance are common among people who take opioids, but a person taking opioids can become physically dependent without being addicted.
Question: How do short- and long-acting opioids differ?
Answer: Opioids are narcotics, which block feelings of pain. It can take 15 to 30 minutes for you to feel relief, which should last for 3 to 4 hours. They help with pain from serious injury or surgery, and they're usually prescribed for pain that lasts only a few days. If you've had moderate to severe pain for a long time, your doctor can give you something with a longer-lasting effect. These can give you steady relief for 8 to 12 hours and are taken on a regular schedule. You can also use short-acting opioids with a long-acting treatment as ârescue medicationâ for times when the pain is very bad.
Question: What are the symptoms of opioid withdrawal?
Answer: Opioids are narcotics, which block feelings of pain. Common side effects include: Constipation Drowsiness Nausea Thought and memory problems Vomiting It's common to develop a dependence on certain medications if you use them for a long time. If you physically depend on a medication, you'll have withdrawal symptoms if you stop using it. Symptoms of opioid withdrawal include: Restlessness Muscle and bone pain Insomnia Diarrhea Vomiting Chills with goose bumps Involuntary leg movements Dependence often goes hand-in-hand with tolerance, which is the need to take higher doses of a medication to get the same effect.
Question: What should I do if I have narcolepsy?
Answer: Narcolepsy People with narcolepsy fall asleep when they don't want to. Taking scheduled naps can help such as taking a nap before important events. Your doctor may also prescribe a medication to help you stay awake and treat the sudden loss of muscle control when you wake up.
Question: What medicines can help with treating restless legs syndrome?
Answer: Prescription medicines that might help include: carbidopa-levodopa ( Sinemet) clonazepam ( Klonopin) gabapentin enacarbil ( Horizant) gabapentin ( Neurontin) pramipexole ( Mirapex) pregabalin ( Lyrica) rotigotine ( Neupro) ropinirole ( Requip) These may have side effects, so talk about the pros and cons with your doctor.
Question: Will exercise help me sleep better?
Answer: Maintaining good sleep hygiene is important Exercise helps you sleep better at any age. Elderly people who don't sleep well at night may find afternoon naps helpful. Don't nap too much, or it will make it harder to sleep at night. Get outside in the sunlight during the day, particularly in the morning, too.
Question: What should I do if my kid has nightmares and night terrors?
Answer: Nightmares and Night Terrors If your child has a nightmare or night terror, comfort them. If they have those dreams often or if they're severe, tell your child's doctor.
Question: What is CPAP?
Answer: With CPAP, you wear a mask while you sleep, and it raises the air pressure inside your throat. This keeps your airway more open, so you can sleep better. You'll need to go to a sleep lab to get a CPAP prescription and follow-up.
Question: What should I do to sleep better while pregnant?
Answer: It's normal to not sleep well during pregnancy. Take afternoon naps, drink warm milk, or relax in a warm (not hot) bath before bedtime. Exercise during the day should help, too. Check with your doctor before starting an exercise program.
Question: How long does a sleep lab test last?
Answer: If you've already tried things like allowing enough time for sleep and making your bedroom a good place for rest, your doctor may suggest you go to a sleep lab for more tests. This may take a night or two.
Question: How does age affect sleep?
Answer: A sleep specialist will review the results and tell you what they mean. Changes in the sleep pattern are part of the normal aging process and are not necessarily associated with a sleep disorder. Maintaining good sleep hygiene is important Exercise helps you sleep better at any age.
Question: Is it normal to have heavy periods?
Answer: Others may start to have heavy periods after having normal periods for years or decades. It's always wise to discuss your heavy periods with your doctor, especially if the problem is new for you. It could lead to anemia (low levels of red blood cells), which can make you feel weak, tired, or out of breath. Women who have menorrhagia may have to: Change pads or tampons at least once an hour for an entire day or more Change pads in the middle of the night Wear two pads at a time to manage heavy flow They may also: Skip things they like doing, due to painful cramps Pass blood clots that are the size of quarters Have periods that last longer than 7 days Feel tired or short of breath Bleed between periods Bleed after menopause There are many reasons why some women have heavy periods.
Question: How can a hysterectomy help with a heavy period?
Answer: In extreme cases, you may need this surgery, which will remove your uterus. You won't get your period anymore, but you also won't be able to get pregnant.
Question: What health problems can cause a heavy period?
Answer: Women who have any of these conditions may have heavy periods: Endometriosis Thyroid problems Pelvic inflammatory disease ( PID) Kidney disease Liver disease Your doctor will ask about your health history, and she'll want you to describe your symptoms.
Question: Why is my period so heavy?
Answer: But it's not common to have the medical condition known as menorrhagia, which means âheavy periods.â If you have this problem, your flow will be so heavy that you'll need to change your tampon or pad every hour for at least an entire day, and you'll also have cramps so severe that they'll stop you from doing your usual activities. Heavy periods are sometimes caused by subtle health problems, and they can lead to other health issues. If you soak through a pad or tampon every hour or so on a regular basis, talk with your doctor. She may be able to help.
Question: What can I do if I have a heavy period?
Answer: Women who have menorrhagia may have to: Change pads or tampons at least once an hour for an entire day or more Change pads in the middle of the night Wear two pads at a time to manage heavy flow They may also: Skip things they like doing, due to painful cramps Pass blood clots that are the size of quarters Have periods that last longer than 7 days Feel tired or short of breath Bleed between periods Bleed after menopause There are many reasons why some women have heavy periods.
Question: How can problems related to pregnancy cause a heavy period?
Answer: In rare cases, after sperm and egg meet, the growing ball of cells implants itself outside the uterus instead of inside. This is called an ectopic pregnancy. It can't ever be a viable pregnancy, and it may cause serious health problems, such as heavy bleeding, which you may mistake for a heavy period. A miscarriage, which is when an unborn baby dies in the womb, can also be the cause of heavy bleeding.
Question: How can growths in the uterus cause a heavy period?
Answer: Polyps are growths within the lining of the uterus. Fibroids are benign (non-cancerous) tumors that grow within the uterus. Both can make your periods much heavier or make them last longer than they should.
Question: How can hormone problems cause a heavy period?
Answer: Every month, a lining builds up inside your uterus (womb), which you shed during your period. If your hormone levels aren't balanced, your body can make the lining too thick, which leads to heavy bleeding when you shed the thicker lining. If you don't ovulate (release an egg from an ovary), this can throw off the hormone balance in the body, too, leading to a thicker lining and a heavier period.
Question: How can birth control help with a heavy period?
Answer: If you don't ovulate (release an egg from an ovary), this can throw off the hormone balance in the body, too, leading to a thicker lining and a heavier period. Getting an IUD that emits hormones is another choice that can help lighten your periods.
Question: How can bleeding disorders cause a heavy period?
Answer: Both can make your periods much heavier or make them last longer than they should. Bleeding disorders.
Question: How can certain intrauterine devices (IUDs) cause a heavy period?
Answer: They can also make a woman's period heavier and make it last longer. You'll still need to use birth control because these treatments aren't a form of contraception.
Question: How can surgery help with a heavy period?
Answer: But it's not common to have the medical condition known as menorrhagia, which means âheavy periods.â If you have this problem, your flow will be so heavy that you'll need to change your tampon or pad every hour for at least an entire day, and you'll also have cramps so severe that they'll stop you from doing your usual activities. Bleeding disorders.
Question: How can certain drugs help treat a heavy period?
Answer: Your doctor may be able to treat your heavy periods with these methods: Birth control options. You may only need to take the medication when you have your period.
Question: What food should you pay attention to if you have Crohn's disease?
Answer: Keep track of foods that affect your bowels. They don't cause Crohn's, but some dishes may make symptoms worse. For example, many people with Crohn's have to avoid high-fiber foods like seeds, nuts, popcorn, corn, and raw fruits and vegetables. Some have to stay away from spicy, fried, and greasy foods, too. A food diary can help you track what gives you problems, so that it's easier for you to stay away from them. Ask your doctor about working with a registered dietitian ( RD). They can review your food diary to decide if you're eating a balanced diet. He can also help plan your meals so you get all the nutrients you need.
Question: What is it like when you first learn you have Crohn's disease?
Answer: When you find out you have Crohn's disease, you may wonder how it'll affect your daily life. With the right information, you can learn how to manage your symptoms and keep doing the things you love.
Question: What should you pay attention to when you start treatment for Crohn's disease?
Answer: As you start treatment, keep track of the symptoms you have and when you have them. Do you always get diarrhea after you eat? Do your symptoms happen at a certain time of day? If you know when you're more likely to have issues, you can plan your day around it.
Question: Where can you learn more about Crohn's disease?
Answer: Where is the doctor's office? When you have a serious health condition like Crohn's, it's important to find out all you can about it. Your doctor should be your first resource. Write down your questions before your visit. You can also ask a relative or friend to come with you to your appointments and help you remember what your doctor said.
Question: How can stress affect your Crohn's disease?
Answer: With the right information, you can learn how to manage your symptoms and keep doing the things you love. Where is the doctor's office? They can also be there for you during flare ups when you need help with things like grocery shopping, child care, or getting to a doctor's appointment. Tai chi, yoga, or meditation can work, too.
Question: How should you inform your workplace about Crohn's disease?
Answer: This will help them understand when you must miss work or take frequent bathroom breaks. Learn about the Family and Medical Leave Act. It protects you from job discrimination. Talk to your doctor if you still feel stressed.
Question: What questions should you consider when choosing a doctor to treat Crohn's disease?
Answer: You can also find one through the: American College of Gastroenterology American Gastroenterological Association Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America As you choose a doctor, consider: How many people with IBD does this doctor see each year? You want to work with someone who sees a lot of people with Crohn's. They'll understand what's involved in treating people with this condition and know more about prescription medications to control the disease. Does your insurance cover the treatment? Call your provider and your doctor's office to make sure. You may also need to check if your doctor's âin network.â If not, you'll probably pay more for the visit. Where is the doctor's office? If possible, choose a doctor near your home. Crohn's can be hard to talk about. Because it affects so many parts of your life, it's important to choose a doctor you're comfortable with. Which hospital or treatment center does the doctor work with? You may want to choose a treatment place at the same time you select a doctor. Not everyone with Crohn's disease will need to go to the hospital. It's better to pick a place when you feel well than when you're in the middle of a flare. If you do feel pressured, exercise can help.
Question: How can you plan ahead for Crohn's disease?
Answer: You can also ask a relative or friend to come with you to your appointments and help you remember what your doctor said. They can also be there for you during flare ups when you need help with things like grocery shopping, child care, or getting to a doctor's appointment. As you start treatment, keep track of the symptoms you have and when you have them. Be sure you find out where the restrooms are in public places like restaurants, shopping malls, and highway rest areas. Pack a travel kit that includes: Underwear Toilet tissue Wet wipes A couple of zip-top plastic bags Deodorizer You may never need it. But it will give you peace of mind when you're away from home.
Question: What should I keep in a Crohn's travel kit?
Answer: That will help them understand why you need to use the bathroom so often or other things like why you may not feel up to socializing. Pack a travel kit that includes: Underwear Toilet tissue Wet wipes A couple of zip-top plastic bags Deodorizer You may never need it. But it will give you peace of mind when you're away from home.
Question: Should you use a registered dietitian if you have Crohn's disease?
Answer: You can also ask a relative or friend to come with you to your appointments and help you remember what your doctor said. They can review your food diary to decide if you're eating a balanced diet. He can also help plan your meals so you get all the nutrients you need.
Question: Should I talk to my friends and family about my Crohn's disease?
Answer: When you have a serious health condition like Crohn's, it's important to find out all you can about it. Let them know it can cause pain and diarrhea. That will help them understand why you need to use the bathroom so often or other things like why you may not feel up to socializing. When people know what you're going through, you can turn to them for support and reassurance. They can also be there for you during flare ups when you need help with things like grocery shopping, child care, or getting to a doctor's appointment.
Question: When do growing pains usually hit?
Answer: The pain is usually felt in the late afternoon and evening, right before dinner time, and at bedtime. The leg pains may hurt so much that they may wake your child from sleep. If your child seems perfectly fine in the morning, don't be quick to think he or she was faking. Growing pains disappear in the morning. They usually do not interfere with the child's ability to play sports or be active.
Question: When are leg pains not  growing pains?
Answer: Call your child's doctor or nurse if leg pain occurs with the following symptoms. They aren't symptoms of growing pains, but your doctor will need to examine your child and run tests: injury, such as a fall fever loss of appetite limping or difficulty walking rash red, warm, painful, swollen joints tiredness weakness weight loss And of course, call your doctor if you have any other concerns.
Question: How can I ease my child's growing pains?
Answer: Stretching the leg muscles. This may be difficult for younger kids. Placing a warm cloth or heating pad on the sore leg. Be careful not to burn the skin and do not use during sleep. If the pain does not get better, ask your health care provider if it's OK to give your child an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Ask about the appropriate dose for your child. Never give aspirin to a child. Aspirin use in children has been linked to a life-threatening disease called Reye's syndrome.
Question: How do I know my child has growing pains and not something else?
Answer: When deciding whether to call the doctor, it's important to remember that growing pains are almost always felt in both legs. Pain that is only in one leg may be a sign of a more serious condition. Call your health care provider if this happens. It's also important to remember that growing pains affect muscles, not joints. And they do not cause limping or fever.
Question: How do growing pains affect children?
Answer: Growing pains are different for everyone. Some kids have a lot of pain, others do not. Most kids do not have pain every day. Growing pains can come and go. They may be experienced for months or even years. Most kids outgrow growing pains within a few years.
Question: Do growing pains affect children later in life?
Answer: Studies suggest that children who have growing pains may be more sensitive to pain. Children who have growing pains are also more likely to have headaches and abdominal pain.
Question: What's causing my child's growing pains?
Answer: Despite the name "growing pains," there is no firm evidence that growing pains are linked to growth spurts. Instead, growing pains may simply be muscle aches due to intense childhood activities that can wear your child's muscles out. These activities include running, jumping, and climbing. Growing pains seem to be more common after a kid has a particularly full day of sports.
Question: Which body parts are affected by growing pains?
Answer: In general, growing pains are felt in both legs, especially in the front of the thighs, back of legs (calves), or behind the knees.
Question: How will the doctor diagnose my child's growing pains?
Answer: He or she may have growing pains. A doctor can usually diagnose growing pains by examining your child and asking questions about his or her medical history and symptoms. It is important to rule out any other possible causes of the pain before making the diagnosis of growing pains. This is why it is important to see the doctor if you think your child has growing pains or any limb pain.
Question: I'm pregnant. When should I get medical attention about my asthma symptoms?
Answer: Symptoms of an acute asthma attack in pregnancy include: Shortnes of breath Wheezing with fluids or mucus. Difficulty talking, walking, or thinking because of shortness of breath Neck and ribs moving in during breathing Blue- or gray-looking skin Peak flow reading below 60% of personal best Decrease in fetal kick count if the baby is in distress 2.
Question: What are the first drugs commonly used to treat children with ADHD and how do they work?
Answer: The first drugs doctors commonly used to treat children with ADHD are stimulant medicines such as: Dexmethylphenidate ( Focalin) Dextroamphetamine ( Adderall) Lisdexamfetamine ( Vyvanse) Methylphenidate ( Concerta, Quillivant, Ritalin) It is thought that these medicines improve ADHD symptoms by making more of the chemical dopamine available to the brain. Dopamine is found in areas of the brain that control mood and attention.
Question: Which nonstimulants are used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children?
Answer: Doctors may also consider prescribing a nonstimulant drug such as atomoxetine ( Strattera), clonidine ( Kapvay), or guanfacine ( Intuniv). They mainly affect a different chemical, norepinephrine, which is also involved in attention, mood, and impulse control. Other ADHD drugs include: Armodafinil ( Nuvigil). A drug that promotes wakefulness and can improve attention, but carries a potential risk for serious skin rashes in children. Bupropion ( Wellbutrin). An antidepressant that may help attention. Clonidine ( Kapvay). A high blood pressure medicine that can improve attention. Guanfacine ( Intuniv). A high blood pressure medicine that can improve attention. Venlafaxine ( Effexor). An antidepressant that has been shown to improve attention in small studies.
Question: What are the side effects of titration for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?
Answer: They can depend on the medication your child is prescribed. Stimulant medications are the ones most often prescribed. Common side effects of these can include: Less appetite Weight loss Trouble sleeping Stomachache Headache Dizziness Personality changes (seems sad, too quiet, or zombie-like or irritable) Always call your child's doctor right away if you're concerned or worried about side effects.
Question: What are other attention deficit hyperactivity disorder drugs are used for treatment?
Answer: Other ADHD drugs include: Armodafinil ( Nuvigil). A drug that promotes wakefulness and can improve attention, but carries a potential risk for serious skin rashes in children. Bupropion ( Wellbutrin). An antidepressant that may help attention. Clonidine ( Kapvay). A high blood pressure medicine that can improve attention. Guanfacine ( Intuniv). A high blood pressure medicine that can improve attention. Venlafaxine ( Effexor). An antidepressant that has been shown to improve attention in small studies. Each of these drugs can have side effects. Some of these can take up to 6 weeks to start working.
Question: How can monitoring your child help with titration for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?
Answer: ADHD medications affect every child differently. That's why it's important to watch your child for improvements and side effects during titration.
Question: What are the rare side effects of titration for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?
Answer: Heart problems, liver problems, hallucinations (like seeing small bugs, hearing things, becoming suspicious, or having strange feelings on their skin), agitation, and suicidal thoughts can happen, rarely, with some ADHD medications.
Question: When should you call your doctor about the side effects of titration for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?
Answer: Common side effects of these can include: Less appetite Weight loss Trouble sleeping Stomachache Headache Dizziness Personality changes (seems sad, too quiet, or zombie-like or irritable) Always call your child's doctor right away if you're concerned or worried about side effects. One example could be that your child develops tics. These can be small repetitive body motions like blinking or grimacing. Call especially if a side effect is getting worse. Do this instead of trying to take them off a medication yourself. If you stop medications suddenly, it can have dangerous side effects. Your child's doctor can usually fix side effects. She can lower the dose, change the times they are taken, or even switch medicines.
Question: How can taking notes help with titration for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?
Answer: After your child has been taking the ADHD medicine for at least 1 week, you and your child's teachers should track ADHD symptoms. Your doctor may even give you special forms, called rating scales, to help with this. You and the teachers should be alert for and report any side effects that happen during treatment.