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Question: How can I help a developing baby who is shy or anxious with strangers?
Answer: Your baby is on the move! Stranger anxiety is one of baby's first emotional milestones. Around new people or in new places, hold him and give him time to adjust. Ask relatives to let baby make the first move.
Question: What are the symptoms of panic attacks?
Answer: The fear and terror that a person experiences during a panic attack are not in proportion to the true situation and may be unrelated to what is happening around them. Most people with panic attacks experience several of the following symptoms: " Racing" heart Feeling weak, faint, or dizzy Tingling or numbness in the hands and fingers Sense of terror, or impending doom or death Feeling sweaty or having chills Chest pains Breathing difficulties Feeling a loss of control var s_context; s_context= s_context || {}; s_context['wb.modimp'] = 'vidfloat'; if(webmd.useragent && webmd.useragent.ua.type === 'desktop'){ webmd.ads2.disable Initial Load(); webmd.ads2.disable Ads Init = true; $(function() { webmd.p.pim.increment(); $('.responsive-video-container').insert After('.module-social-share-container'); require(['video2/1/responsive-player/video-loader'], function(video Loader) { video Loader.init({ autoplay: webmd.useragent.ua.type === 'desktop' && ! !s_sensitive, chron ID: $('article embeded_module[type=video][align=top]:eq(0)').attr('chronic_id'), continuous Play: true, cp Options: { flyout: true }, display Ads: true, mode: 'in-article', sticky: true }) }); }); } else { $(function(){ $('.responsive-video-container').remove(); }); } Panic attacks are generally brief, lasting less than 10 minutes, although some of the symptoms may persist for a longer time. People who have had one panic attack are at greater risk for having subsequent panic attacks than those who have never experienced a panic attack.
Question: How is panic disorder treated?
Answer: Fortunately, panic disorder is a treatable condition. Psychotherapy and medications have both been used, either singly or in combination, for successful treatment of panic disorder. If medication is necessary, your doctor may prescribe anti-anxiety medications, certain antidepressants or sometimes certain anticonvulsant drugs that also have anti-anxiety properties, or a class of heart medications known as beta-blockers to help prevent or control the episodes in panic disorder.
Question: What causes panic disorder?
Answer: It is not clear what causes panic disorder. In many people who have the biological vulnerability to panic attacks, they may develop in association with major life changes (such as getting married, having a child, starting a first job, etc.) and major lifestyle stressors. There is also some evidence that suggests that the tendency to develop panic disorder may run in families. People who suffer from panic disorder are also more likely than others to suffer from depression, attempt suicide, or to abuse alcohol or drugs.
Question: How common is panic disorder?
Answer: The fear and terror that a person experiences during a panic attack are not in proportion to the true situation and may be unrelated to what is happening around them. Panic disorder is fairly common and affects about 6 million adults in the U. S. Women are twice as likely as men to develop the condition, and its symptoms usually begin in early adulthood.
Question: What are symptoms of strange sensations related to multiple sclerosis?
Answer: It may travel down your spine or into your arms or legs.
Question: What are symptoms of walking problems related to multiple sclerosis?
Answer: Clumsiness or lack of coordination: MS can make it hard to get around. You might have: Trouble walking A hard time keeping your balance Changes in your gait Dizziness: You may feel lightheaded.
Question: What strange sensations are caused by multiple sclerosis?
Answer: It may travel down your spine or into your arms or legs. Numbness, often in your face Tingling Not everyone who has CIS will get MS.
Question: Is multiple sclerosis related to double vision and involuntary eye movements?
Answer: Eye problems: In addition to the optic neuritis that comes with CIS, MS can cause: Nystagmus: involuntary eye movements Diplopia: double vision Fatigue: You may feel very tired.
Question: What specific early-onset symptoms are present in multiple sclerosis?
Answer: The most common symptoms are: Bladder and bowel problems: You may have to pee more often, need to go at night, or have trouble emptying your bladder fully.
Question: What are symptoms of vision problems related to multiple sclerosis?
Answer: You might notice: Blurry vision Colors appear dull Pain in your eye, especially when you move it Numbness & Tingling: It usually affects your legs. As you rest and cool down, these symptoms are likely to go away.
Question: How do vision problems  from multiple sclerosis happen?
Answer: People with multiple sclerosis ( MS) tend to have their first symptoms between the ages of 20 and 40. The most common symptoms in CIS are: Optic neuritis: This condition damages the nerve that connects your eye to your brain. It usually affects just one eye, but in rare cases, it involves both.
Question: What tests might my doctor suggest to deal with the symptoms of multiple sclerosis?
Answer: If you have another CIS or other MS symptoms later, your doctor will do a test called an MRI that takes a picture of your brain to look for them. The most common symptoms are: Bladder and bowel problems: You may have to pee more often, need to go at night, or have trouble emptying your bladder fully.
Question: Does multiple sclerosis cause fatigue?
Answer: Heat-related problems: You might notice them as you warm up during exercise. They're an early symptom for almost half the people with MS. If you have trouble walking and are often fatigued, you're likely to become less active.
Question: What vision problems are caused by multiple sclerosis?
Answer: People with multiple sclerosis ( MS) tend to have their first symptoms between the ages of 20 and 40. The most common symptoms in CIS are: Optic neuritis: This condition damages the nerve that connects your eye to your brain. It usually affects just one eye, but in rare cases, it involves both. You might notice: Blurry vision Colors appear dull Pain in your eye, especially when you move it Numbness & Tingling: It usually affects your legs.
Question: What should you know about bladder infections?
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Question: What are the symptoms of bladder infections?
Answer: The most common sign of cystitis (the medical term for a bladder infection) is a burning feeling when you pee. Peeing only in small amounts at a time Cloudy or bloody urine Urine that smells worse than it should Pain around your pelvis Fever (a sign that the infection might have spread to your kidneys) In older people, prolonged tiredness (fatigue) or mental confusion might be signs of a more serious urinary tract infection. If you help take care of a child, you may want to watch for accidental daytime wetting that wasn't happing before. Other signs include a drop in appetite and vomiting.
Question: What is a diverticulitis diet?
Answer: You may also go on a liquid or âdiverticulitis diet.â You'll start by drinking only clear liquids, such as water, broth, non-pulpy juices, ice pops, and plain tea or coffee. As you start to feel better, you can add low-fiber foods such as eggs, yogurt, and cheese, and white rice and pasta. These foods are gentle on your digestive system. This treatment works well for most people who have clear-cut cases of diverticulitis.
Question: How can primary bowel resection help treat diverticulitis?
Answer: In this procedure, your surgeon will remove diseased parts of the intestine and reconnect the healthy sections. You can have normal bowel movements afterward.
Question: What can raise your odds of getting diverticulitis?
Answer: They include: Taking certain medicines, like ibuprofen, naproxen, and steroids Lack of exercise Obesity Smoking Signs can come on suddenly.
Question: What is stricture?
Answer: This happens when the colon narrows in the affected area.
Question: What is perforation?
Answer: This is a small hole or tear in a pocket that allows the bowel contents to seep into your abdomen. It's rare but life-threatening, and it requires emergency surgery.
Question: How can bowel resection with colostomy help treat diverticulitis?
Answer: Other tests might include: Blood and urine tests, which can point to an infection Liver tests A pregnancy test A stool test, if your diarrhea is one of your symptoms If you have a mild case and see your doctor right away, it's pretty easy to treat. Your doctor will create an opening in your abdomenal wall so waste can flow into a bag. Surgeons can often reconnect the bowel after the inflammation has passed.
Question: How can you prevent diverticulitis?
Answer: Your doctor may also suggest that you take a mild pain reliever like acetaminophen. This reduces pressure in your digestive tract. It may lower your chances of diverticula forming and becoming inflamed.
Question: How does Parkinsonâs disease affect driving?
Answer: But even in mild cases, common symptoms such as shaking in the arms, hands, or legs, impaired balance, and slowed physical and mental responses can affect driving skills. Episodes of tremor, for example, often begin in a hand or a foot and can affect the ability to operate a car's controls. Rigidity can result in jerky motions while steering. Slow movement can interfere with braking in heavy traffic or ability to quickly react to road hazards. Postural instability often results in a stooped posture in which the head is bowed and shoulders are drooped, further reducing drivers' awareness of their surroundings.
Question: Can medication help allow someone with Parkinson's disease to drive?
Answer: For many people with early Parkinson's disease, medications can reduce symptoms. But medications may have side effects, such as drowsiness, that can affect driving as well. It can be difficult for doctors to devise a medication plan that reduces the primary symptoms of Parkinson's disease and allows some patients to drive without causing side effects that make driving a car even more dangerous.
Question: How often should my driving be re-evaluated if I have Parkinson's disease?
Answer: Because Parkinson's disease worsens over time, however, many people with Parkinson's disease eventually will need to give up driving a car and rely on other forms of transportation.
Question: How can I find an organization that can provide transportation for someone with Parkinson's disease?
Answer: Eldercare Locator, a service of the U. S. Administration on Aging, can also assist.
Question: What are alternate methods of transportation for those with Parkinson's disease?
Answer: It's also important to help your loved one become accustomed to using alternate methods of transportation, such as: Rides from family and friends Taxi cabs Shuttle vans and buses Public buses, trains, and subways Walking Your local Area Agency on Aging can help you find transportation services for a loved one.
Question: Which signs should I look for to know a loved one with Parkinson's disease shouldn't drive?
Answer: Warning signs include: Driving too slowly Stopping in traffic for no apparent reason Ignoring traffic signs Getting lost along a familiar route Difficulty executing turns and lane changes Drifting into other traffic lanes or driving on the wrong side of the street Forgetting to signal or signaling incorrectly Not noticing other vehicles, pedestrians, or road hazards Becoming drowsy or falling asleep behind the wheel Parking inappropriately Getting tickets for traffic violations Getting into near-miss situations, fender benders, or other accidents Any of these warning signs could indicate that it's time for your loved one to stop driving.
Question: What is Parkinsonâs disease and how does it affect driving?
Answer: Parkinson's disease is a type of movement disorder that can significantly impair driving skills, cause safety concerns, and force many people with the condition to stop driving a car.
Question: When do you need a feeding tube?
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Question: How does your doctor know what's causing your diarrhea?
Answer: Do you have a fever? Do you feel dizzy or confused? Have you traveled anywhere recently? Are you taking antibiotics, or have you recently finished some? Do certain foods make it better or worse? He also might want to get a sample of your stool to send for lab testing. He may order blood tests as well. If your doctor thinks a specific food is causing your problem, he may ask you to stay away from that item for a while to see if it helps.
Question: What are treatments for diarrhea?
Answer: Do you have a fever? Some other good choices include: Potatoes Smooth peanut butter Skinless chicken or turkey Yogurt Avoid foods that can make diarrhea or gas worse, like: Fatty or fried foods Raw fruits and vegetables Spicy foods Caffeinated drinks, such as coffee and soda Beans Cabbage Most of the time diarrhea doesn't need to be treated. But some over-the-counter medicines can help you feel better. Two types of meds relieve diarrhea in different ways: Loperamide ( Imodium) slows the movement of food through your intestines, which lets your body absorb more liquid. Bismuth subsalicylate ( Kaopectate, Pepto- Bismol) balances out how fluid moves through your digestive tract.
Question: Why is a colonoscopy used to see what is causing diarrhea?
Answer: The best way for your doctor to figure out what's causing your diarrhea is to get some information from you. If your doctor thinks a specific food is causing your problem, he may ask you to stay away from that item for a while to see if it helps.
Question: What is intertrigo?
Answer: Intertrigo is a fancy name for a rash that shows up between the folds of skin. It is a very common skin rash that can crop up throughout life. The most common areas affected include larger skin-fold areas such as: Armpits Beneath the breasts Genital area Abdomen What does intertrigo look like?
Question: How can I prevent intertrigo?
Answer: Some simple steps may help lower your risk in the future, such as: Shower and dry off thoroughly each day. Keep your skin as dry and cool as you can. Avoid wearing tight shoes or clothing. Wear a bra with good support. If the areas between the toes are affected, consider wearing open-toed shoes. For infants with diaper rash, change diapers more frequently. If you are overweight, do what you can to lose weight.
Question: How is intertrigo treated?
Answer: Intertrigo can occur: Between toes and fingers In armpits In the inner thighs In the groin and at the scrotum On the underside of your breasts or belly In the crease of your neck Between the buttocks If you have any symptoms of intertrigo, be sure to see your doctor. A barrier cream may be recommended to help protect skin from irritants. To treat intertrigo, your doctor may recommend short-term use of a topical steroid to reduce inflammation in the area. If the area is also infected, your doctor may prescribe an antifungal or antibiotic cream or ointment. Keep your skin as dry and cool as you can.
Question: What should women 60 and older know about pelvic exams and Pap smears?
Answer: You may think it's crazy, but many women over 60 still need to get regular pelvic exams, Pap smears, or human papillomavirus ( HPV) test. Older women can get cervical cancer or vaginal cancer. And the pelvic exam can detect a host of other conditions that may affect your health and quality of life (think incontinence!). Pap smears are recommended for women every three years, an HPV test every 5 years, or a combination of both, up to age 65.
Question: What are some lifestyle changes for chronic back pain and sleep problems?
Answer: Here are some tips for getting a good night's sleep with chronic back pain: Minimize stress. Limit or eliminate caffeine. Avoid eating heavily before bedtime. Don't self-medicate with alcohol. Do some soothing exercises. Choose a comfortable mattress and pillow. Sleep in a comfortable position, although try not to sleep on your stomach. Establish a bedtime routine.
Question: What does one (alcoholic) drink equal?
Answer: Keep in mind that a serving of alcohol is: 12 ounces of regular beer 8-9 ounces of malt liquor 5 ounces of wine 3-4 ounces of fortified wine (such as sherry or port) 2-3 ounces of cordial, liqueur, or aperitif 1.5 ounces of brandy, cognac, or 80-proof distilled spirits Many places over-serve booze.
Question: What are warning signs of alcohol use disorder?
Answer: You've probably heard of âalcohol abuse,â "alcohol dependence,â or âalcoholism.â Maybe you know the new term doctors use, âalcohol use disorder.â You may have an alcohol use disorder if you: Drink more, or longer, than you plan to Have tried to cut back or stop more than once and couldn't Spend a lot of time drinking, being sick, or hungover Want alcohol so badly you can't think of anything else Have problems with work, school, or family because of your habit (or because you're sick after having alcohol) Keep drinking even though it has caused problems for you or your relationships Quit or cut back on other activities that were important to you in order to drink Have found yourself in situations while drinking or afterward that made you more likely to get hurt Keep having alcohol even though it made you depressed or anxious, hurt your health, or led to a memory blackout Have to drink more than you used to for the effect you want Found that you had withdrawal symptoms when the buzz wore off, like trouble sleeping, shakiness, restlessness, nausea, sweating, a racing heart, a seizure, or seeing, hearing, or feeling things that aren't there.
Question: What drug-free methods may help with side effects of cancer treatment?
Answer: It may ease anxiety, pain, stress, and even nausea. Guided imagery : You'll think about a thing or a place that makes you happy.
Question: What natural remedies may help with cancer treatment?
Answer: Your doctor can tell you if these are safe -- and smart -- for you to take these: Ginger can help you manage nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy.
Question: What is acupuncture and can it help with cancer treatment?
Answer: This form of traditional Chinese medicine involves putting very thin needles into your skin to improve your body's energy flow. Some Westerners believe the needles stimulate your body's natural pain-killing chemicals. Acupuncture is most often used for pain, but it may also lessen other symptoms associated with cancer treatment, like: Nausea and vomiting Dry mouth Anxiety and hot flashes If you want to try it, let your doctor know.
Question: Should I take vitamins during cancer treatment?
Answer: Even though vitamins claim to improve health, many cancer doctors (oncologists) say you should avoid most of them while you're in treatment. St. John's wort, often used for depression, can cause some anticancer drugs to not work as well as they should. Antioxidant pills like vitamin E, vitamin C, selenium, and beta-carotene can interfere with how well chemotherapy and radiation work.
Question: What should I ask my doctor before taking natural remedies with cancer treatment?
Answer: Your doctor can help you avoid pills or practices that may not be good for you. Follow these tips to start the conversation: Ask about nondrug ways to ease side effects. If she says that something you want to try can cause problems with your cancer treatment, ask for other options. Make a complete list of all supplements you take -- even multivitamins. Ask the doctor if any of them could have a bad effect on your treatment. Ask her to help you spot products or practices that don't live up to their claims.
Question: Should I try natural remedies with my cancer treatment?
Answer: If you're sick of -- and from -- taking medicine, you might look to natural remedies to ease your symptoms. The best way to know if a natural remedy is smart and safe for you is to talk to your health care team. If you plan to do research first, keep these things in mind: Unlike medicines, supplements don't have to be tested to prove they're safe or they work. Know that ânaturalâ doesn't mean safe.
Question: How is psoriasis treated if you have liver disease?
Answer: Some drugs that treat psoriasis can be hard on your liver. Methotrexate can cause scarring, but that usually goes away when you stop taking it. If you have liver disease like cirrhosis or hepatitis or if you drink heavily, you should avoid methotrexate. Acitretin is also not recommended for people with serious liver disease.
Question: How is psoriasis treated if you have heart disease?
Answer: Treating it can lower your risk, but some medications can hurt more than they help. Both cyclosporine and acitretin ( Soriatane) can raise your cholesterol levels. Cyclosporine can also raise your blood pressure. People with congestive heart failure shouldn't take certain biologics, including etanercept ( Enbrel), adalimumab ( Humira), adalimumab-adbm ( Cyltezo) or adalimumab-atto ( Amjevita), both biosimilars, and certolizumab ( Cimzia), infliximab ( Remicade), infliximab-abda ( Renflexis) or infliximab-dyyb ( Inflectra), biosimilar to Remicade. Psoriasis can make you more likely to get type 2 diabetes, especially if your skin disease is serious.
Question: How is psoriasis treated if you have diabetes?
Answer: Psoriasis can make you more likely to get type 2 diabetes, especially if your skin disease is serious. There's some evidence that taking biologic drugs for psoriasis may help your body respond to insulin. And certain drugs that treat diabetes -- thiazolidinedione ( Actos, Avandia) and GLP-1 receptor agonists ( Trulicity, Victoza) -- may also help your psoriasis. But steroids can raise your blood sugar and even lead to type 2 diabetes if you take them for a long time. People with psoriatic arthritis sometimes get steroid injections to ease painful swollen joints, but be careful about that if you have diabetes or are at risk for it. In some cases, topical steroid medicine also may cause blood sugar problems. Follow your doctor's instructions about how much to use and for how long.
Question: How is psoriasis treated when you have other conditions?
Answer: If you have psoriasis, you may have other health problems, too. The itchy skin rash is caused by an issue with your immune system. Your doctor should know about any other health problems you have and any medicines you take. Psoriasis can make you more likely to get type 2 diabetes, especially if your skin disease is serious.