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Question: Who is more likely to have a hemorrhagic stroke?
Answer: Some things that can happen: Intense headache that some people describe as "the worst headache they've ever had" Confusion Nausea or throwing up Sensitivity to light Problems with vision Passing out You're more likely to have this type of stroke if you: Are over age 65 Have high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or diabetes that's not under control Are obese Had a stroke in the past Have a family history of strokes Smoke Eat unhealthy foods Don't exercise A hemorrhagic stroke can cause complications like: Seizures Memory and thinking problems Heart problems Swallowing problems and trouble eating and drinking
Question: What are hemorrhagic stroke symptoms?
Answer: And that sets off trouble like memory loss, confusion, and numbness on one side your body. Hemorrhagic stroke symptoms usually increase gradually over minutes or a few hours, although a subarachnoid hemorrhage may come on suddenly. Some things that can happen: Intense headache that some people describe as "the worst headache they've ever had" Confusion Nausea or throwing up Sensitivity to light Problems with vision Passing out You're more likely to have this type of stroke if you: Are over age 65 Have high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or diabetes that's not under control Are obese Had a stroke in the past Have a family history of strokes Smoke Eat unhealthy foods Don't exercise A hemorrhagic stroke can cause complications like: Seizures Memory and thinking problems Heart problems Swallowing problems and trouble eating and drinking
Question: What is inhaled insulin?
Answer: Inhaled insulin is a new type of rapid-acting insulin that you breathe in. In people with type 1, inhaled insulin (called Afrezza) can only be used before meals and has to be used in combination with injectable long-acting insulin.
Question: What types of insulin can I give to my child before meals if they have type 1 diabetes?
Answer: Before Meals Rapid-acting starts working about 15 minutes after you take it, peaks in about an hour, and lasts for 2 to 4 hours. Short-acting (sometimes called regular) starts working in 30 minutes, peaks 2 to 3 hours later, and lasts between 3 to 6 hours. You figure out the dose based on your child's current blood sugar levels and how many carbohydrates she is going to eat.
Question: How do insulin pumps treat type 1 diabetes?
Answer: Insulin pumps are the methods of choice for many people with type 1. An insulin pump is a wearable device that stays attached to your body via a catheter. It gives you a steady dose throughout the day and can also give you an extra surge (called a bolus) before meals. You'll still have to check blood sugar (just as you would when using a syringe or a pen) before meals so that you can tell the device how much insulin you need at that time. Some new pumps also have monitors to alert you of highs and lows, but you set the dosage. Others can display information from a continuous glucose monitor, which tracks the levels every few minutes, 24 hours a day.
Question: What types of insulin has a fixed dose to treat type 1 diabetes?
Answer: Fixed Dose Intermediate-acting starts working in 2 to 4 hours, peaks 4 to 12 hours later, and lasts for 12 to 18 hours. Long-acting starts working several hours after an injection and lowers glucose evenly over a 24-hour period. Your child may take this once a day, such as before bedtime.
Question: What happens if my child's blood sugar drops due to type 1 diabetes?
Answer: Your child may need her blood sugar checked as many as 10 times a day, including before meals, before bedtime, before exercise, and any time symptoms indicate that blood sugar could be shifting too high or too low. If her blood sugar falls too low, she'll need to eat a carb-rich food (like juice or candy) or use a product such as a glucose tablet or gel.
Question: How should I give insulin to my child with type 1 diabetes?
Answer: That means you or your child will need to check her levels often to figure out how much insulin is needed. There are different kinds and different ways of giving it to your child. Insulin pens look similar to writing instruments. You dial up the correct dose and attach a needle that you use to inject insulin into the body.
Question: What is estrogen vaginal cream for urinary tract infections?
Answer: If you get a lot of UTIs, your doctor may consider: A daily low dose of antibiotics, taken for 6 months or longer Having you test yourself for a UTI at home when you have symptoms Taking a single dose of antibiotics after having sex If you've gone through menopause, you could ask about estrogen vaginal cream. After menopause, women have less estrogen in their bodies, which can cause vaginal dryness and make the urinary tract more vulnerable to infection. The treatment can help balance the area's p H factor and allow âgoodâ bacteria to flourish again.
Question: Can cranberry juice help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
Answer: Over the years, a lot of studies have focused on a substance found in cranberries that's thought to prevent bacteria from sticking to the lining of the urinary tract. But none of these studies have shown how much of this substance it would take to help prevent UTIs. If you still want to give it a try, drinking cranberry juice or taking cranberry pills is probably fine to do. But there are some exceptions, like if you take a blood-thinning medication, a medication that affects the liver, or aspirin.
Question: What will your doctor consider if you get a lot of urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
Answer: If you get a lot of UTIs, your doctor may consider: A daily low dose of antibiotics, taken for 6 months or longer Having you test yourself for a UTI at home when you have symptoms Taking a single dose of antibiotics after having sex If you've gone through menopause, you could ask about estrogen vaginal cream.
Question: What can help prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs)?
Answer: If you've ever had a urinary tract infection, you know how painful and frustrating they can be, especially if they keep coming back. The simplest way to prevent a UTI is to flush bacteria out of the bladder and urinary tract before it can set in. Skip douches, deodorant sprays, scented powders, and other potentially irritating feminine products. Some doctors also advise women who get a lot of UTIs to wear cotton underwear, take showers instead of baths, and avoid tight clothes that can trap bacteria near the urethra.
Question: What healthy habits can prevent the flu?
Answer: Get plenty of sleep. Eat a well-balanced diet. Take time to relax each day to manage your stress. And exercise at least half an hour 5 days a week.
Question: Do disinfectant sanitizers work for preventing the flu?
Answer: Alcohol-based hand disinfectants work great, too. Make sure your kids' teachers have plenty during flu season. Keep some in your desk and car, too.
Question: For how long do I need to wash my hands if I am sick?
Answer: This is the best way to prevent the spread of the flu. If you have young children, teach them to wash often with warm soapy water. Tell them to rub their hands and fingers while singing Happy Birthday to You -- twice. Once isn't enough time to get all the germs off.
Question: How can I avoid passing the flu to people close to me?
Answer: Keep your distance. It's easy to pass on germs when you live in close quarters, especially during the winter when we're all indoors. Avoid close contactwith colleagues, friends, or family members if you have the flu or a cold. Tell them you're sick and you don't want them to catch what you have.
Question: How long should I stay away from school or work if I have the flu?
Answer: If you feel sick, don't go to work. Keep ailing kids home from school, too. An adult can infect other people one day before symptoms show up and up to 5 days after they start. You could spread flu to others before you know you're sick. If you go back to work or school within 5 days after your symptoms started, chances you're still contagious.
Question: How do viruses spread from person to person?
Answer: Mainly from person to person in droplets that fly out when you cough or sneeze. These tiny drops from a sick person move through the air and land on the mouths or noses of others nearby. Germs are also passed along when you touch mucus droplets from someone else on a surface like a desk and then touch your own eyes, mouth, or nose before you get a chance to wash your hands. Viruses like the flu can live up to 24 hours or longer on plastic and metal surfaces like cafeteria tables, doorknobs, and cups.
Question: How is fibromyalgia diagnosed from tender points?
Answer: These spots are much more sensitive than other nearby areas. Your doctor can test the painful tender points during a physical exam. But you also need to tell her about the exact pain you feel in those areas. Tell her about your other symptoms of fibromyalgia, too, such as deep muscle pain, fatigue, and sleep problems. To get an official diagnosis of fibromyalgia, you must feel widespread pain for at least 3 months.
Question: How should I prepare for oral surgery?
Answer: Find out the risks and benefits of what you're having done. If you're getting sedation, including nitrous oxide, you'll need someone to drive you home. If you're going to be sedated,don't eat or drink anything, including water, after midnight of the evening before your surgery. It'll help nurses take your vital signs, give you your IV, or put blood pressure cuffs on you so they can monitor you during the surgery. Have a container with you to store dentures, partial plates, or removable bridgework while the procedure is being performed. On the big day, arrive at least 20 minutes early.
Question: How are DHEA supplements used for anti-aging?
Answer: Those claims range from benefits such as: Building up the adrenal gland Strengthening the immune system Slowing natural changes in the body that come with age Providing more energy Improving mood and memory Building up bone and muscle strength Since DHEA levels decline with age, some researchers speculate that supplementing your body's falling levels of the hormone might help fight aging. And some small studies have reported positive anti-aging effects from the use of DHEA supplements. But a similar number of studies have reported no effect. According to the Natural Medicines Comprehensive Data Base, DHEA supplements do not seem to affect the aging process.
Question: What are DHEA supplements used for?
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Question: How can DHEA supplements help with weight loss?
Answer: The idea is that leaner body tissue and higher metabolism will burn calories more efficiently, making it easier to not only lose weight but also keep it off. Unfortunately, most of the studies that have been done have shown little effect from DHEA in losing weight or increasing metabolism. It's a good idea to talk with your doctor or a nutritionist before investing in a DHEA supplement for weight loss.
Question: What are the risks associated with using DHEA supplements for athletic performance?
Answer: There are risks associated with using any pre-steroid enhancer. And the higher the dose, the greater the risk. Possible side effects include: Permanent stunting of growth Aggressive behavior, known as "roid rage" Mood swings and other psychological symptoms Higher blood pressure Liver problems Changes in cholesterol level Since DHEA can increase the level of both testosterone and estrogen, women who use DHEA can sometimes experience such side effects as: Voice changes Hair loss Growth of facial hair Men can sometimes experience such symptoms as: Breast enlargement Shrunken testicles Reduced sperm production If you are thinking of using DHEA supplements, there are several reasons you should discuss doing so with your doctor first: Many of the claims for DHEA involve serious medical conditions.
Question: How are DHEA supplements used for health conditions?
Answer: But more research is needed. In a small, six-week study, researchers from the National Institute of Mental Health found that treatment with DHEA supplements helped relieve mild to moderate depression that occurs in some middle-aged people. DHEA may also be effective for improving aging skin in the elderly.
Question: What should you discuss with your doctor regarding DHEA supplements?
Answer: Possible side effects include: Permanent stunting of growth Aggressive behavior, known as "roid rage" Mood swings and other psychological symptoms Higher blood pressure Liver problems Changes in cholesterol level Since DHEA can increase the level of both testosterone and estrogen, women who use DHEA can sometimes experience such side effects as: Voice changes Hair loss Growth of facial hair Men can sometimes experience such symptoms as: Breast enlargement Shrunken testicles Reduced sperm production If you are thinking of using DHEA supplements, there are several reasons you should discuss doing so with your doctor first: Many of the claims for DHEA involve serious medical conditions. These conditions need to be evaluated and treated by a health care professional. DHEA can interact with some medications and could alter their effectiveness. Because DHEA can raise the level of both male and female hormones, the supplements can have a negative effect on hormone-sensitive cancers, such as breast, ovarian, or prostate cancer. Use of DHEA carries some risk and can cause a range of side effects, though this usually just occurs at the higher end of the dose range.
Question: How can DHEA supplements help with athletic performance?
Answer: That's because DHEA is a "prohormone" -- a substance that can increase the level of steroid hormones such as testosterone. There is little evidence to show that DHEA has any effect on enhancing muscle strength. Its use is banned by sports organizations such as the National Football League, Major League Baseball, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association.
Question: What are DHEA supplements?
Answer: These are glands just above your kidneys. DHEA supplements can be made from wild yam or soy. Scientists don't know everything DHEA does. But they do know that it functions as a precursor to male and female sex hormones, including testosterone and estrogen. Precursors are substances that are converted by the body into a hormone. DHEA production peaks in your mid-20s. In most people, production gradually declines with age. Testosterone and estrogen production also generally declines with age. DHEA supplements can increase the level of these hormones. That's why a number of claims have been made about their potential health benefits.
Question: What are the benefits of using DHEA supplements?
Answer: Those claims range from benefits such as: Building up the adrenal gland Strengthening the immune system Slowing natural changes in the body that come with age Providing more energy Improving mood and memory Building up bone and muscle strength Since DHEA levels decline with age, some researchers speculate that supplementing your body's falling levels of the hormone might help fight aging.
Question: What symptoms can men experience from using DHEA supplements for athletic performance?
Answer: Possible side effects include: Permanent stunting of growth Aggressive behavior, known as "roid rage" Mood swings and other psychological symptoms Higher blood pressure Liver problems Changes in cholesterol level Since DHEA can increase the level of both testosterone and estrogen, women who use DHEA can sometimes experience such side effects as: Voice changes Hair loss Growth of facial hair Men can sometimes experience such symptoms as: Breast enlargement Shrunken testicles Reduced sperm production If you are thinking of using DHEA supplements, there are several reasons you should discuss doing so with your doctor first: Many of the claims for DHEA involve serious medical conditions.
Question: What can help ease the symptoms of night sweats?
Answer: Late in the day, and especially just before bedtime, don't: Drink alcohol or hot beverages Exercise Try to sleep in a hot room Eat spicy, hot foods None of these things will prevent night sweats, but they should help ease your symptoms.
Question: When should you call a doctor about night sweats?
Answer: Other things that can bring on night sweats include: Medications like prescription painkillers, steroids, and antidepressants Menopause HIV Some bacterial infections Low blood sugar An overactive thyroid, or hyperthyroidism Anxiety You might notice: Waking up soaking wet -- from your hair to your clothing to your sheets Chills A mild fever that leads to heavy sweating Drenching sweats without a fever A sudden, brief feeling of warmth accompanied by flushing or sweating If you have a cancer diagnosis, call your treatment team or your doctor if you have: Tremors or chills that cause you to shake A fever of 100.5 F or higher (when you take your temperature by mouth) for over 24 hours Take these simple steps to ease the discomfort: If you have a fever, take medicine like acetaminophen -- so long as your doctor says it's OK. Change out of your wet clothes ASAP.
Question: What causes night sweats?
Answer: Medications and other health problems may also be to blame. It's no fun to wake up with your clothes and bedding soaked, but there are ways to make living with them easier. Night sweats can be linked to cancer and certain cancer treatments: Lymphoma Leukemia Carcinoid tumors (usually in your digestive tract) Adrenal system tumors Hormone therapy for breast, gynecologic, and prostate cancers If cancer is to blame, you'll have other symptoms, like a constant fever and unexplained weight loss.
Question: Do other drugs besides regular medications treat severe headaches?
Answer: Along with traditional headache medications, other drugs -- like antidepressants -- can help you have fewer and less-severe headaches.
Question: Can ADHD be prevented or cured?
Answer: ADHD can't be prevented or cured. But spotting it early, plus having a good treatment and education plan, can help a child or adult with ADHD manage their symptoms.
Question: What supplements can benefit attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Answer: These include: Atomoxetine ( Strattera) Clonidine ( Kapvay) Guanfacine ( Intuniv) Dietary supplements with omega 3s have shown some benefit. Vayarin, a non-pharmaceutical supplement that contains omega-3s, is available by prescription only.
Question: What medications are used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Answer: Medication: Medications called stimulants can help control hyperactive and impulsive behavior and increase attention span. They include: Amphetamine ( Adzenys XR ODT, Dyanavel) Dexmethylphenidate ( Focalin) Dextroamphetamine ( Adderall, Dexedrine) Lisdexamfetamine ( Vyvanse) Methylphenidate ( Aptensio, Cotempla, Concerta, Daytrana, Jornay, PM, Metadate, Methylin, Quillivant, Ritalin) Stimulant medications don't work for everyone with ADHD.
Question: What should you expect if you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Answer: Many people with ADHD live successful, happy, full lives. Treatment helps. It's important to pay attention to symptoms and see a doctor regularly. Sometimes, medication and treatments that were once effective stop working. You may need to change the treatment plan. For many people, the symptoms of ADHD get better in early adulthood, and some are able to stop treatment.
Question: What causes attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Answer: ADHD tends to run in families. Chemical imbalance. Brain chemicals in people with ADHD may be out of balance. Brain changes. Areas of the brain that control attention are less active in children with ADHD. Poor nutrition, infections, smoking, drinking, and substance abuse during pregnancy. These things can affect a baby's brain development. Toxins, such as lead. They may affect a child's brain development. A brain injury or a brain disorder. Damage to the front of the brain, called the frontal lobe, can cause problems with controlling impulses and emotions.
Question: What are the symptoms of inattention in a child with ADHD?
Answer: A child with ADHD: Is easily distracted Doesn't follow directions or finish tasks Doesn't appear to be listening Doesn't pay attention and makes careless mistakes Forgets about daily activities Has problems organizing daily tasks Doesn't like to do things that require sitting still Often loses things Tends to daydream Hyperactivity.
Question: What types of therapy treatments help with ADHD?
Answer: Special education helps a child learn at school. Having structure and a routine can help children with ADHD a lot. Behavior modification teaches ways to replace bad behaviors with good ones. Psychotherapy (counseling) can help someone with ADHD learn better ways to handle their emotions and frustration. It can also help improve their self-esteem. Counseling may also help family members better understand the child or adult with ADHD. Social skills training can teach behaviors, such as taking turns and sharing.
Question: How can support groups help with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Answer: Psychotherapy (counseling) can help someone with ADHD learn better ways to handle their emotions and frustration. These groups are helpful for adults with ADHD or parents of children with ADHD.
Question: What should your sleep diary look like?
Answer: Keeping a sleep diary will let you learn about your sleep patterns and habits. Make a chart with spaces for: How long you think it took you to fall asleep when you first went to bed How long and well you slept How many times you woke up during the night and how long it took you to fall back asleep How much caffeine or alcohol you consumed and when What and when you ate and drank What emotion or stress you had What drugs or medications you took Here is an example of a sleep diary. Print it out and use it or create your own sleep diary. Date: Bedtime: Wake time: Duration of sleep: Number of times awake at night: Quality of sleep: Caffeine consumption and time consumed Alcohol consumption and time consumed Food/drink consumption and time consumed Emotions/ stress Medications .
Question: How can you use a sleep diary?
Answer: Make a chart with spaces for: How long you think it took you to fall asleep when you first went to bed How long and well you slept How many times you woke up during the night and how long it took you to fall back asleep How much caffeine or alcohol you consumed and when What and when you ate and drank What emotion or stress you had What drugs or medications you took Here is an example of a sleep diary. Print it out and use it or create your own sleep diary.
Question: What is precocious puberty?
Answer: When a child has precocious puberty, she or he starts developing sexual characteristics early, before ages 7 or 8 for girls and age 9 for boys.
Question: What are the signs of precocious puberty?
Answer: The signs include breast development, penis and/or testicle growth, rapid jumps in height, pubic or underarm hair, and acne.
Question: How is precocious puberty treated?
Answer: Many parents of children with precocious puberty choose to put their child on a treatment that lowers the level of sex hormones and slows puberty to a crawl. Delaying puberty can give the child's bones a chance to grow at their own pace for a longer period of time. It also gives the child's mind, emotions, and social skills a chance to come up to speed.