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Question: How can you prepare for your double vision examination?
Answer: When you look in a direction controlled by the weak muscle, you see double. Your doctor will most likely use more than one method to find out what's causing your problem. Think about these questions before your appointment. Is the double vision worse at the end of the day or when you're tired? Have you had any other symptoms besides double vision? Do you tend to tilt your head to one side? Look at old pictures, or ask family -- you may not even be aware of the habit.
Question: How can you get eye muscle problems?
Answer: Early signs include double vision and drooping eyelids. Graves' disease, a thyroid condition that affects eye muscles. It can cause vertical diplopia, where one image is on top of the other. Problems with them can lead to double vision: Multiple sclerosis can affect nerves anywhere in your brain or spinal cord. Medications can treat myasthenia gravis.
Question: How do drugs that work on your immune system treat eczema?
Answer: Your doctor may consider these medicines -- such as azathioprine, cyclosporine, or methotrexate -- if other treatments don't help. There are also prescription creams and ointments that treat eczema by controlling inflammation and reducing immune system reactions. Examples include pimecrolimus ( Elidel), which is a cream, and crisaborole ( Eucrisa) and tacrolimus ( Protopic), which are ointments. You should only use these for a short time if other treatments don't work -- and you should never use them on kids younger than 2, according to the FDA.
Question: What medicines are used to treat eczema?
Answer: If your doctor decides you need meds to treat your eczema, those may include: Hydrocortisone. Over-the-counter cream or ointment versions of it may help mild eczema. If yours is severe, you may need a prescription dose. Antihistamines. Ones you take by mouth are available over-the-counter and may help relieve symptoms. Some of these make you drowsy, but others don't. Corticosteroids. Your doctor may prescribe these if other treatments don't work. Always follow your doctor's directions when taking steroids by mouth. Ultraviolet light therapy. This may help if your skin condition is severe.
Question: How do short, warm showers help treat eczema?
Answer: Short, warm showers. Don't take very hot or very long showers or baths.
Question: How does soap and moisturizer help treat eczema?
Answer: The basics: Soap and moisturizer. Use a mild soap or soap substitute that won't dry your skin. You'll also want a good moisturizer in cream, lotion, or ointment form. Smooth it on right after a shower or bath, as well as one other time each day. If your eczema is severe, you may find that it helps to take baths with a small amount of bleach added to the water. That kills bacteria that live on the skin of people with eczema.
Question: How can getting a humidifier help treat eczema?
Answer: Get a humidifier. Dry air can be stressful for your skin.
Question: How do prescription-strength moisturizers help treat eczema?
Answer: Prescription-strength moisturizers.
Question: How does stress management help treat eczema?
Answer: You could get together with friends, laugh, listen to music, meditate or pray, or enjoy a hobby. Get a humidifier. If yours is severe, you may need a prescription dose.
Question: How do you know if you have eczema?
Answer: !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(); }); } At your appointment, your doctor will check your skin and talk with you about your symptoms, your health history in general, and any rashes or allergies that run in your family. Based on that information, she'll decide if it's eczema or something else. If you have severe eczema, you may need to take medicine for it, too. You'll also want a good moisturizer in cream, lotion, or ointment form.
Question: How are injectibles used to treat eczema?
Answer: If you have severe eczema, you may need to take medicine for it, too. It works by controlling the body's inflammatory response. This medicine is given every two weeks as an injection and should only be used by people 12 and older.
Question: What is an example of a relevant breakdown in S.M.A.R.T. weight loss for type 2 diabetes?
Answer: To help manage your diabetes, you need to spread carbs out more evenly throughout the day. So, for example, a S. M. A. R. T. goal could be â I will eat a breakfast containing 45 grams of carbohydrates every day for the next 2 weeks.â Here's the S. M. A. R. T. breakdown: Specific: targeted to breakfast Measurable: 45 grams, every day Attainable: Breakfasts with about 45 grams of carbs are very doable. A few options: 1 cup cooked oatmeal (32 grams), 1/2 medium banana (13 grams), a hard-boiled egg, black coffee 2 scrambled eggs, 1 small whole wheat pita (15 grams), 1 orange (18 grams), 1 cup 1% milk (14 grams) 3 rye crispbreads (24 grams), 1/2 cup nonfat cottage cheese (5 grams), 1 cup of blackberries (15 grams) Relevant: Spreading carbs out is relevant because it helps you curb hunger, so you don't overeat. To hit 45 grams, you have to plan to eat protein and fat in addition to carbs at a meal.
Question: What is an example time-bound breakdown in S.M.A.R.T. weight loss for type 2 diabetes?
Answer: Time-bound: This goal will be your focus for 2 weeks. At the end of that time, you can decide if you want to do it again or set a different goal.
Question: What is an example of a specific and measurable breakdown in S.M.A.R.T. weight loss for type 2 diabetes?
Answer: When your goals are S. M. A. R. T., it will be simpler to stay on track with your diet. To help manage your diabetes, you need to spread carbs out more evenly throughout the day. So, for example, a S. M. A. R. T. goal could be â I will eat a breakfast containing 45 grams of carbohydrates every day for the next 2 weeks.â Here's the S. M. A. R. T. breakdown: Specific: targeted to breakfast Measurable: 45 grams, every day Attainable: Breakfasts with about 45 grams of carbs are very doable. A few options: 1 cup cooked oatmeal (32 grams), 1/2 medium banana (13 grams), a hard-boiled egg, black coffee 2 scrambled eggs, 1 small whole wheat pita (15 grams), 1 orange (18 grams), 1 cup 1% milk (14 grams) 3 rye crispbreads (24 grams), 1/2 cup nonfat cottage cheese (5 grams), 1 cup of blackberries (15 grams) Relevant: Spreading carbs out is relevant because it helps you curb hunger, so you don't overeat.
Question: What is an example of an attainable breakdown in S.M.A.R.T. weight loss for type 2 diabetes?
Answer: So, for example, a S. M. A. R. T. goal could be â I will eat a breakfast containing 45 grams of carbohydrates every day for the next 2 weeks.â Here's the S. M. A. R. T. breakdown: Specific: targeted to breakfast Measurable: 45 grams, every day Attainable: Breakfasts with about 45 grams of carbs are very doable. A few options: 1 cup cooked oatmeal (32 grams), 1/2 medium banana (13 grams), a hard-boiled egg, black coffee 2 scrambled eggs, 1 small whole wheat pita (15 grams), 1 orange (18 grams), 1 cup 1% milk (14 grams) 3 rye crispbreads (24 grams), 1/2 cup nonfat cottage cheese (5 grams), 1 cup of blackberries (15 grams) Relevant: Spreading carbs out is relevant because it helps you curb hunger, so you don't overeat.
Question: How does S.M.A.R.T. weight loss work to treat type 2 diabetes?
Answer: S. M. A. R. T. stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Setting S. M. A. R. T. goals helps keep big projects, like losing weight or managing blood sugar, from being overwhelming. Your steps for success are clearly spelled out so that you know when you've met the goal.
Question: What is S.M.A.R.T. weight loss for type 2 diabetes?
Answer: When your goals are S. M. A. R. T., it will be simpler to stay on track with your diet. Time-bound: This goal will be your focus for 2 weeks. Setting S. M. A. R. T. goals helps keep big projects, like losing weight or managing blood sugar, from being overwhelming.
Question: What are the symptoms of thrush (oropharyngeal candidiasis)?
Answer: Also more likely to get it are adults who: Are being treated for cancer Take medications like corticosteroids and wide-spectrum antibiotics Wear dentures Have diabetes The symptoms include: White or yellow patches on the tongue, lips, gums, roof of mouth, and inner cheeks Redness or soreness in the mouth and throat Cracking at the corners of the mouth Pain when swallowing, if it spreads to the throat Thrush is treated with antifungal medicines like nystatin, clotrimazole, and fluconazole.
Question: What are the symptoms of invasive candidiasis?
Answer: The symptoms include fever and chills. Since it's likely a person with this infection is already sick with another condition, it can be hard to diagnose.
Question: How can I treat a genital yeast infection (genital candidiasis)?
Answer: Most times, an over-the-counter antifungal suppository, tablet, or cream will knock out the infection. Your doctor might also prescribe a single dose of a prescription antifungal medicine like fluconazole. Tell your doctor if you get yeast infections more than four times a year. She may recommend regular doses of antifungal medication over several months to fight the repeated infections.
Question: What are the symptoms of a genital yeast infection (genital candidiasis)?
Answer: The symptoms include: Extreme itchiness in the vagina Redness and swelling of the vagina and vulva (the outer part of the female genitals) Pain and burning when you pee Discomfort during sex A thick, white âcottage cheeseâ discharge from the vagina A man with a yeast infection may have an itchy rash on his penis. Because the symptoms in women can be similar to other infections like bacterial vaginosis (bacterial overgrowth in the vagina) and sexually transmitted diseases, it's important to visit your doctor.
Question: How can I prevent a diaper rash caused by a yeast infection?
Answer: Keeping your baby's bottom clean and dry is a good start to help prevent diaper rash and candidiasis.
Question: How is thrush (oropharyngeal candidiasis) treated?
Answer: Also more likely to get it are adults who: Are being treated for cancer Take medications like corticosteroids and wide-spectrum antibiotics Wear dentures Have diabetes The symptoms include: White or yellow patches on the tongue, lips, gums, roof of mouth, and inner cheeks Redness or soreness in the mouth and throat Cracking at the corners of the mouth Pain when swallowing, if it spreads to the throat Thrush is treated with antifungal medicines like nystatin, clotrimazole, and fluconazole. Rinsing the mouth with chlorhexidine ( CHX) mouthwash may help prevent infections in people with weakened immune systems.
Question: Are cough medicines effective?
Answer: Not all doctors agree about the best way to treat a cough. Some don't think cough medicines are that effective. There are three common types of over-the-counter cough and cold medicines: Cough suppressants Oral expectorants Topical (creams or gels you put on your skin) They can be used to either stop your cough or loosen thick mucus to help you cough it up. When that's not enough, your doctor may prescribe a strong prescription cough medicine.
Question: Is there a cure for a cold?
Answer: There's no cure, but lots of medicines can give you some relief from the coughing, sneezing, and stuffiness that go with it. When you head to the pharmacy to look for an over-the-counter drug, keep in mind there's no such thing as a "perfect" cold medicine.
Question: How often can I use nasal sprays for congestion?
Answer: They work fast to open up your clogged nose. But if you use them for more than 3 days in a row, you may end up more stuffed up than you were before. Doctors call this the "rebound effect." Some side effects of nasal decongestants are having a hard time falling asleep, restlessness, and trouble peeing. You might try a saline spray instead of a nasal decongestant. It works more slowly, but it can loosen up the mucus in your nose without a rebound effect.
Question: Should I take a decongestant or an antihistamine?
Answer: You can use it alone or combine it with an antihistamine. Remember, though, it can increase your heart rate and may cause anxiety or make it hard to fall asleep. If you have a runny nose or sneezing, try an antihistamine. But if you use them for more than 3 days in a row, you may end up more stuffed up than you were before.
Question: What is atypical depression?
Answer: This type is different than the persistent sadness of typical depression. It is considered to be a "specifier" that describes a pattern of depressive symptoms. If you have atypical depression, a positive event can temporarily improve your mood.
Question: How is psychotic depression treated?
Answer: People with psychotic depression have the symptoms of major depression along with "psychotic" symptoms, such as: Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren't there) Delusions (false beliefs) Paranoia (wrongly believing that others are trying to harm you) A combination of antidepressant and antipsychotic drugs can treat psychotic depression. ECT may also be an option.
Question: What is major depression?
Answer: You may hear your doctor call this "major depressive disorder." You might have this type if you feel depressed most of the time for most days of the week. Some other symptoms you might have are: Loss of interest or pleasure in your activities Weight loss or gain Trouble getting to sleep or feeling sleepy during the day Feelings restless and agitated, or else very sluggish and slowed down physically or mentally Being tired and without energy Feeling worthless or guilty Trouble concentrating or making decisions Thoughts of suicide Your doctor might diagnose you with major depression if you have five or more of these symptoms on most days for 2 weeks or longer.
Question: What is 'situational' depression?
Answer: But you can have a depressed mood when you're having trouble managing a stressful event in your life, such as a death in your family, a divorce, or losing your job. Your doctor may call this "stress response syndrome."
Question: How is situational depression treated?
Answer: Psychotherapy can often help you get through a period of depression that's related to a stressful situation.
Question: How is seasonal affective disorder treated?
Answer: If you have SAD, antidepressants can help. So can light therapy. You'll need to sit in front of a special bright light box for about 15-30 minutes each day.
Question: How is bipolar disorder treated?
Answer: Medication can help bring your mood swings under control. Whether you're in a high or a low period, your doctor may suggest a mood stabilizer, such as lithium. The FDA has approved three medicines to treat the depressed phase: Seroquel Latuda Olanzapine-fluoxetine combination Doctors sometimes prescribe other drugs "off label" for bipolar depression, such as the anticonvulsant lamotrigine or the atypical antipsychotic Vraylar .
Question: What are some other treatment options for major depression?
Answer: When therapy and medication aren't working, two other options your doctor may suggest are: Electroconvulsive therapy ( ECT) Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (r TMS) ECT uses electrical pulses and r TMS uses a special kind of magnet to stimulate certain areas of brain activity. This helps the parts of your brain that control your mood work better.
Question: How is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) treated?
Answer: Besides feeling depressed, you may also have: Mood swings Irritability Anxiety Trouble concentrating Fatigue Change in appetite or sleep habits Feelings of being overwhelmed Antidepressant medication or sometimes oral contraceptives can treat PMDD.
Question: What are the symptoms of psychotic depression?
Answer: People with psychotic depression have the symptoms of major depression along with "psychotic" symptoms, such as: Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren't there) Delusions (false beliefs) Paranoia (wrongly believing that others are trying to harm you) A combination of antidepressant and antipsychotic drugs can treat psychotic depression.
Question: What are the symptoms of persistent depressive disorder?
Answer: You may have symptoms such as: Change in your appetite (not eating enough or overeating) Sleep too much or too little Lack of energy, or fatigue Low self-esteem Trouble concentrating or making decisions Feel hopeless You may be treated with psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of the two.
Question: What is bipolar disorder and what are the symptoms?
Answer: Someone with bipolar disorder, which is also sometimes called "manic depression," has mood episodes that range from extremes of high energy with an "up" mood to low "depressive" periods. When you're in the low phase, you'll have the symptoms of major depression.
Question: What is peripartum depression?
Answer: Women who have major depression in the weeks and months after childbirth may have peripartum depression. Antidepressant drugs can help similarly to treating major depression that is unrelated to childbirth.
Question: What are the symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)?
Answer: Women with PMDD have depression and other symptoms at the start of their period. Besides feeling depressed, you may also have: Mood swings Irritability Anxiety Trouble concentrating Fatigue Change in appetite or sleep habits Feelings of being overwhelmed Antidepressant medication or sometimes oral contraceptives can treat PMDD.
Question: How is atypical depression treated?
Answer: Someone with bipolar disorder, which is also sometimes called "manic depression," has mood episodes that range from extremes of high energy with an "up" mood to low "depressive" periods. If you have SAD, antidepressants can help. She may also sometimes recommend an older type of antidepressant called an MAOI (monoamine oxidase inhibitor), which is a class of antidepressants that has been well-studied in treating atypical depression.
Question: What should I know about depression?
Answer: It's normal to feel down once in a while, but if you're sad most of the time and it affects your daily life, you may have clinical depression. !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(); }); } There are many different types of depression. Events in your life cause some, and chemical changes in your brain cause others. Whatever the cause, your first step is to let your doctor know how you're feeling. She may refer you to a mental health specialist to help figure out the type of depression you have. This diagnosis is important in deciding the right treatment for you. You might have this type if you feel depressed most of the time for most days of the week.
Question: How is major depression treated?
Answer: She may refer you to a mental health specialist to help figure out the type of depression you have. Medications called antidepressants can also be useful. So can light therapy.
Question: What is seasonal affective disorder?
Answer: It typically goes away in the spring and summer. Psychotherapy can often help you get through a period of depression that's related to a stressful situation.
Question: What is persistent depressive disorder?
Answer: Some other symptoms you might have are: Loss of interest or pleasure in your activities Weight loss or gain Trouble getting to sleep or feeling sleepy during the day Feelings restless and agitated, or else very sluggish and slowed down physically or mentally Being tired and without energy Feeling worthless or guilty Trouble concentrating or making decisions Thoughts of suicide Your doctor might diagnose you with major depression if you have five or more of these symptoms on most days for 2 weeks or longer. This term is used to describe two conditions previously known as dysthymia (low-grade persistent depression) and chronic major depression.
Question: Why is lung cancer hard to treat?
Answer: Lung cancer has long been considered one of the most challenging cancers to treat because it has usually spread by the time you're diagnosed. When it spreads to other body parts, doctors refer to it as metastatic.
Question: What are severe side effects of checkpoint inhibitors for lung cancer?
Answer: But sometimes, checkpoint inhibitors cause your immune system to attack otherwise healthy tissue. This can lead to life-threatening inflammation in your lungs, liver, kidneys, intestines, and other parts of the body. You may have to stop immunotherapy and get medicines to quiet down your immune system. Pneumonitis (inflammation of the lungs) is one serious side effect often affects people taking checkpoint inhibitors. It can make it hard to breathe. You'll need immediate treatment.
Question: Should you tell your doctor about any side effects of immunotherapy for lung cancer?
Answer: Side Effects & Complications Always tell your doctor about any side effects you have. It's important for her to figure out if your symptoms are caused by the treatment or a sign that your cancer may be getting worse. Managing side effects early and well can help you stick to your cancer treatment plan.
Question: What are the long-term effects of immunotherapy?
Answer: The newest field of cancer medicine, called immunotherapy, is an effective treatment option for metastatic lung cancer.
Question: When might your doctor suggest immunotherapy as treatment for lung cancer?
Answer: Ask your doctor which type of immunotherapy drug you will be taking. Your doctor may suggest you take part in one of these studies if other treatments haven't worked. It's important for her to figure out if your symptoms are caused by the treatment or a sign that your cancer may be getting worse.
Question: How long does lung cancer immunotherapy work for?
Answer: The process will probably last a few months. You may have to stop immunotherapy and get medicines to quiet down your immune system. However, they don't work for everyone. Stay in touch with your doctor during treatment, and always go to all your follow-up appointments. Blood tests and imaging scans are done to check for signs of cancer disappearance or growth. Ask your doctor how you can tell if your treatment isn't working.
Question: How can you get acute kidney problems?
Answer: The main causes are: Not enough blood flow to the kidneys Direct damage to the kidneys themselves Urine backed up in the kidneys Those things can happen when you: Have a traumatic injury with blood loss, such as in a car wreck Are dehydrated or your muscle tissue breaks down, sending too much protein into your bloodstream Go into shock because you have a severe infection called sepsis Have an enlarged prostate that blocks your urine flow Take certain drugs or are around certain toxins that directly damage the kidney Have complications during a pregnancy, such as eclampsia and pre-eclampsia Autoimmune diseases, when your immune system attacks your body, can also cause an acute kidney injury. People with severe heart or liver failure commonly go into acute kidney injury, as well.
Question: What is chronic kidney disease?
Answer: When your kidneys don't work well for longer than 3 months, doctors call it chronic kidney disease. You may not have any symptoms in the early stages, but that's when it's simpler to treat.
Question: What causes chronic kidney disease?
Answer: Kidney disease can affect your body's ability to clean your blood, filter extra water out of your blood, and help control your blood pressure. And high blood pressure creates wear and tear on your blood vessels, including those that go to your kidneys. So can being around some types of chemicals over time.