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Question: How is molluscum contagiosum treated?
Answer: Molluscum contagiosum is usually self-limited, so treatment is not always necessary. However, individual lesions may be removed by scraping or freezing. Topical medications, such as those used to remove warts, may also be helpful in lesion removal. Note: The surgical removal of individual lesions may result in scarring.
Question: What causes molluscum contagiosum?
Answer: Molluscum contagiosum is caused by a virus (the molluscum contagiosum virus) that is part of the pox virus family. The virus is contagious through direct contact and is more common in children. However, the virus also can be spread by sexual contact and can occur in people with compromised immune systems. Molluscum contagiosum can spread on a single individual through scratching and rubbing.
Question: What is molluscum contagiosum?
Answer: It is a chronic infection, so lesions may persist from a few months to a few years. However, most cases resolve in six to nine months. To prevent molluscum contagiosum, follow these tips: Avoid direct contact skin-to-skin with anyone who may have the condition.
Question: How is the skin infection  molluscum contagiosum prevented?
Answer: Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection that causes either single or multiple raised, pearl-like bumps (papules) on the skin. The virus is contagious through direct contact and is more common in children. Remain sexually abstinent or have a monogamous sexual relationship with an uninfected individual. ( Male and female condoms cannot offer full protection, as the virus can be found on areas not covered by the condom.)
Question: Whatâs the treatment for a staph infection?
Answer: But there's been a gradual change in how well these antibiotics work. While most staph infections used to be treatable with penicillin, stronger antibiotics are now used. In about 50% of cases, however, resistance is seen to even these stronger antibiotics. These cases are no longer just happening in hospitals -- as once was true -- but now are occurring in the general community. That's been a problem. Many doctors are accustomed to using certain antibiotics, but those then fail because of antibiotic resistance. There are several more potent antibiotics now, but doctors need to know when to use them to prevent further antibiotic resistance. There's another treatment sometimes used with staph infections. If the infection goes so deep that it involves muscles or fibers that enclose muscles, it needs to be surgically cleaned.
Question: What is a staph infection of the skin?
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Question: What is cellulitis?
Answer: It is treatable with antibiotics. This type of infection is very common in the general population -- and more common and more severe in people with weak immune systems. People who have diabetes or weakened immunity are particularly prone to developing cellulitis. Other staph infections of the skin include impetigo, a painful rash that is contagious, boils, and in babies and young children, staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome, which causes rash, blisters, and fever.
Question: What are the symptoms of a staph infection of the skin?
Answer: It is treatable with antibiotics. Other times, there is no obvious break in the skin at all. The signs of cellulitis are those of any inflammation -- redness, warmth, swelling, and pain. Any skin sore or ulcer that has these signs may be developing cellulitis. If the staph infection spreads, the person may develop a fever, sometimes with chills and sweats, as well as swelling in the area. Other staph infections of the skin include impetigo, a painful rash that is contagious, boils, and in babies and young children, staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome, which causes rash, blisters, and fever.
Question: What is a concussion?
Answer: A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury ( TBI) that happens when the brain is jarred or shaken hard enough to bounce against the skull. This can happen when two athletes collide or when someone falls and hits his or her head.
Question: What are signs of a traumatic brain injury?
Answer: In 2008, the following activities resulted in the highest number of head injuries for all ages: Cycling Football Basketball Baseball and softball Riding powered recreational vehicles such as dune buggies, go-carts, and mini bikes According to the Brain Injury Association of America, the five leading activities responsible for concussions in children and adolescents aged 5 to 18 years of age are: Cycling Football Basketball Playground activities Soccer Signs of a TBI include: Confusion Depression Dizziness or balance problems Double or fuzzy vision Feeling foggy or groggy Feeling sluggish or tired Headache Memory loss Nausea Sensitivity to light or noise Sleep disturbance Trouble concentrating Trouble remembering Indications that a head injury is more serious than a concussion and requires emergency treatment include: Changes in size of pupils Clear or bloody fluid draining from the nose, mouth, or ears Convulsions Distorted facial features Facial bruising Fracture in the skull or face Impaired hearing, smell, taste, or vision Inability to move one or more limbs Irritability Lightheadedness Loss of consciousness Low breathing rate Restlessness, clumsiness, or lack of coordination Severe headache Slurred speech or blurred vision Stiff neck or vomiting Sudden worsening of symptoms after initial improvement Swelling at the site of the injury Persistent vomiting If you think you may have a concussion or suspect that someone else has one, the most important step to take is to prevent further injury.
Question: How do babies get microcephaly?
Answer: The child's brain stops growing as it should. This can happen while the baby is still in the mother's womb or within the first few years of birth. Your doctor may not be able to tell you why this happened to your baby. In most cases, the exact cause is unknown. It can be brought on by: A problem with your genes (congenital microcephaly) Something in your environment (acquired microcephaly) Congenital microcephaly is passed down through families.
Question: How is microcephaly treated?
Answer: The child's brain stops growing as it should. Other symptoms may include: Balance and coordination problems Developmental delays (delayed sitting, standing, walking) Trouble swallowing and problems with feeding Hearing loss Hyperactivity (trouble paying attention or sitting still) Seizures Short height Speech problems Vision problems There's no cure for microcephaly, but there are treatments to help with development, behavior, and seizures. If your child has mild microcephaly, he'll need regular doctor checkups to monitor how he grows and develops. Children who have more severe cases need lifelong treatment to control symptoms. Some, like seizures, can be life-threatening. Your doctor will discuss treatments to keep your child safe and improve his quality of life.
Question: What are long-term effects of microcephaly?
Answer: The child's brain stops growing as it should. Your child may need: Medicines to control seizures and hyperactivity and to improve nerve and muscle function Speech therapy Physical and occupational therapy How well your child does depends on what caused the brain to stop growing in the first place. Children with a mild form of this disorder may have no other problems. They grow normally during childhood and adolescence and still meet age-appropriate growth milestones as they get older. Others can have severe problems with learning and moving. Children with microcephaly are more likely to have other medical problems, like cerebral palsy and epilepsy.
Question: What is acquired microcephaly?
Answer: Microcephaly is a rare nervous system disorder that causes a baby's head to be small and not fully developed. The child's brain stops growing as it should. This can happen while the baby is still in the mother's womb or within the first few years of birth. Some things that may do this while a baby is in the womb are: Viral infections, including rubella ( German measles), chickenpox, and possibly Zika, which is spread by mosquitos Parasite infections, such as toxoplasmosis or cytomegalovirus Toxic chemicals such as lead Not getting enough food or nutrients (malnutrition) Alcohol Drugs Acquired microcephaly can also be caused by other things, including: Hemorrhage or stroke in the newborn Injury to the brain after birth Spine or brain defects Your doctor may diagnose microcephaly before or after the baby is born.
Question: How does a doctor know if a baby has microcephaly?
Answer: The child's brain stops growing as it should. Some things that may do this while a baby is in the womb are: Viral infections, including rubella ( German measles), chickenpox, and possibly Zika, which is spread by mosquitos Parasite infections, such as toxoplasmosis or cytomegalovirus Toxic chemicals such as lead Not getting enough food or nutrients (malnutrition) Alcohol Drugs Acquired microcephaly can also be caused by other things, including: Hemorrhage or stroke in the newborn Injury to the brain after birth Spine or brain defects Your doctor may diagnose microcephaly before or after the baby is born. During pregnancy, an ultrasound may show that the baby has a smaller-than-expected head size. After the baby is born, a health care worker will measure around the widest part of your child's head. Doing this tells the doctor how your child's head is growing compared to other kids of the same age and sex. If your child's head measurement falls a certain point below the average, it's considered microcephaly. A head measurement is taken during every checkup until age 2 or 3. If your child has microcephaly, the size of his head will be checked at every doctor's visit.
Question: How can microcephaly be prevented?
Answer: The child's brain stops growing as it should. Some things that may do this while a baby is in the womb are: Viral infections, including rubella ( German measles), chickenpox, and possibly Zika, which is spread by mosquitos Parasite infections, such as toxoplasmosis or cytomegalovirus Toxic chemicals such as lead Not getting enough food or nutrients (malnutrition) Alcohol Drugs Acquired microcephaly can also be caused by other things, including: Hemorrhage or stroke in the newborn Injury to the brain after birth Spine or brain defects Your doctor may diagnose microcephaly before or after the baby is born. While you're pregnant, you can take steps to try to prevent acquired microcephaly: Eat a healthy diet and take prenatal vitamins. Don't drink alcohol or do drugs. Stay away from chemicals. Wash your hands often, and get treated for any illness as soon as you feel sick. Have someone else change the litter box. Cat feces can spread the parasite that causes toxoplasmosis. Use insect repellent when in wooded areas or countries known for mosquitos. The CDC says insect repellent is safe to use while pregnant. If you have a child with microcephaly and wish to get pregnant again, talk to your doctor. Genetic counseling may help you understand your family's risk for the disease.
Question: What is congenital microcephaly?
Answer: Microcephaly is a rare nervous system disorder that causes a baby's head to be small and not fully developed. The child's brain stops growing as it should. It can be brought on by: A problem with your genes (congenital microcephaly) Something in your environment (acquired microcephaly) Congenital microcephaly is passed down through families. It's caused by defects in genes linked to early brain development. Microcephaly is often seen in children with Down syndrome and genetic disorders.
Question: What are symptoms of microcephaly?
Answer: The child's brain stops growing as it should. During pregnancy, an ultrasound may show that the baby has a smaller-than-expected head size. Some children have normal intelligence. Others have problems learning, but they usually don't get worse as your child gets older. Children with a mild form of this disorder may have no other problems. They grow normally during childhood and adolescence and still meet age-appropriate growth milestones as they get older.
Question: What are other symptoms of microcephaly?
Answer: The child's brain stops growing as it should. Other symptoms may include: Balance and coordination problems Developmental delays (delayed sitting, standing, walking) Trouble swallowing and problems with feeding Hearing loss Hyperactivity (trouble paying attention or sitting still) Seizures Short height Speech problems Vision problems There's no cure for microcephaly, but there are treatments to help with development, behavior, and seizures. Children with a mild form of this disorder may have no other problems.
Question: Should you take supplements to get more omega-3s?
Answer: Fish oil has both EPA and DHA. Algae oil has DHA and may be a good option for people who don't eat fish. Talk to your doctor about taking a supplement first. He or she may have specific recommendations, or warnings, depending on your health and the other medicines you take. There are also Omega 3 prescriptions available. Epanova, Lovaza, Omtryg, and Vascepa contain DHA/ DPA and are recommended for adults with triglycerides 500 mg/dl or above. Unlike fish oil supplements, these medications are approved and monitored for quality and safety by the FDA for specific use.
Question: How much omega-3s should people with heart disease take?
Answer: People with heart disease are usually advised to take 1 gram (1,000 milligrams) daily of a combination DHA / EPA from fish oil.
Question: How do omega-3 fatty acids help rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: Fish oil supplements ( EPA+ DHA) may curb stiffness and joint pain. Omega-3 supplements also seem to boost the effectiveness of anti-inflammatory drugs.
Question: How do omega-3 fatty acids help depression?
Answer: Some researchers have found that cultures that eat foods with high levels of omega-3s have lower levels of depression. The effects of Fish oil supplements on depression has been mixed. More research is needed to see if it can make a difference.
Question: Do omega-3 fatty acids affect bleeding conditions?
Answer: Omega-3 supplements ( DHA/ EPA) can make bleeding more likely. If you have a bleeding condition -- or take medicines that could increase bleeding, like apixaban ( Eliquis), betrixaban ( Bevyxxa), chopidogrel ( Plavix), prasugrel ( Effient), rivaroxaban ( Xarelto), ticagrelor ( Brilinta), warfarin ( Coumadin), and some NSAIDs -- talk to a doctor before using any omega-3 supplements.
Question: If I have heart disease or a heart condition, how much omega-3 fatty acid should I consume?
Answer: People with heart disease are usually advised to take 1 gram (1,000 milligrams) daily of a combination DHA / EPA from fish oil. People with some health conditions may take doses of up to 4 grams a day -- but only under a doctor's supervision.
Question: Should I get omega-3 through a supplement?
Answer: He or she may have specific recommendations, or warnings, depending on your health and the other medicines you take. There are also Omega 3 prescriptions available. Epanova, Lovaza, Omtryg, and Vascepa contain DHA/ DPA and are recommended for adults with triglycerides 500 mg/dl or above. Unlike fish oil supplements, these medications are approved and monitored for quality and safety by the FDA for specific use.
Question: How do omega-3 fatty acids help baby development?
Answer: DHA appears to be important for visual and neurological development in infants.
Question: What are side effects of omega-3 supplements?
Answer: Omega-3 supplements ( DHA/ EPA) can make bleeding more likely. If you have a bleeding condition -- or take medicines that could increase bleeding, like apixaban ( Eliquis), betrixaban ( Bevyxxa), chopidogrel ( Plavix), prasugrel ( Effient), rivaroxaban ( Xarelto), ticagrelor ( Brilinta), warfarin ( Coumadin), and some NSAIDs -- talk to a doctor before using any omega-3 supplements.
Question: Do omega-3 fatty acids induce side effects?
Answer: The most common side effects from fish oil are indigestion and gas. Getting a supplement with a coating might help.
Question: What are good sources of alpha-linolenic acid?
Answer: Good food sources of ALA are: Walnuts Flaxseed and flaxseed oil Canola oil Soybean oil Chia seeds While foods containing omega-3 fatty acids have health benefits, some -- like oils and nuts -- can be high in calories. So eat them in moderation.
Question: What are side effects from fish oil?
Answer: The most common side effects from fish oil are indigestion and gas. Getting a supplement with a coating might help.
Question: Is it bad to eat fatty fish to get more omega-3s?
Answer: These include: Anchovies Bluefish Herring Mackerel Marlin Orange roughy Salmon Sardines Sturgeon Lake trout Tuna While eating more fatty fish is a good idea, some are likely to have higher levels of ercury, polychlorinated biphenyls ( PCBs), or other toxins. These include mackerel, wild swordfish, tilefish, and shark.
Question: How do omega-3 fatty acids help Alzheimer's disease and dementia?
Answer: Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Some research suggests that omega-3s may help protect against Alzheimer's disease and dementia, and have a positive effect on gradual memory loss linked to aging. But that's not certain yet.
Question: How do omega-3 fatty acids help asthma?
Answer: A diet high in omega-3s lowers inflammation, a key component in asthma. But more studies are needed to show if fish oil supplements improve lung function or cut the amount of medication a person needs to control the condition.
Question: How do omega-3 fatty acids help ADHD?
Answer: Some studies show that fish oil can reduce the symptoms of ADHD in some children and improve their mental skills, like thinking, remembering, and learning. But more research is needed in this area, and omega-3 supplements should not be used as a primary treatment.
Question: Where can you get omega-3s?
Answer: When it comes to fat, there's one type you don't want to cut back on: omega-3 fatty acids. Aim to eat non-fried, oily fish high in DHA and EPA omega-3 fatty acids at least two times a week. These include: Anchovies Bluefish Herring Mackerel Marlin Orange roughy Salmon Sardines Sturgeon Lake trout Tuna While eating more fatty fish is a good idea, some are likely to have higher levels of ercury, polychlorinated biphenyls ( PCBs), or other toxins.
Question: What should you know about omega-3 fatty acids?
Answer: Two crucial ones -- EPA and DHA -- are primarily found in certain fish. ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), another omega-3 fatty acid, is found in plant sources such as nuts and seeds. Not only does your body need these fatty acids to function, but also they deliver some big health benefits. When possible, try to get omega-3 fatty acids from foods rather than supplements.
Question: How do omega-3 fatty acids help your blood fat (triglycerides) levels?
Answer: Blood fat (triglycerides). Some researchers have found that cultures that eat foods with high levels of omega-3s have lower levels of depression.
Question: Which foods have omega-3 fatty acids?
Answer: These include: Anchovies Bluefish Herring Mackerel Marlin Orange roughy Salmon Sardines Sturgeon Lake trout Tuna While eating more fatty fish is a good idea, some are likely to have higher levels of ercury, polychlorinated biphenyls ( PCBs), or other toxins. Good food sources of ALA are: Walnuts Flaxseed and flaxseed oil Canola oil Soybean oil Chia seeds While foods containing omega-3 fatty acids have health benefits, some -- like oils and nuts -- can be high in calories. So eat them in moderation.
Question: What are omega-3 fatty acids?
Answer: Two crucial ones -- EPA and DHA -- are primarily found in certain fish. ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), another omega-3 fatty acid, is found in plant sources such as nuts and seeds. Not only does your body need these fatty acids to function, but also they deliver some big health benefits. When possible, try to get omega-3 fatty acids from foods rather than supplements.
Question: What can you expect your pediatrician to do during your baby's 18-month checkup?
Answer: Weigh and measure your child Perform a physical exam of your child Catch up on any vaccines, including a flu shot in the fall/winter Has your child been having temper tantrums?
Question: What questions may your pediatrician ask during your baby's 18-month checkup?
Answer: Here's what to expect at your toddler's 18-month checkup. Weigh and measure your child Perform a physical exam of your child Catch up on any vaccines, including a flu shot in the fall/winter Has your child been having temper tantrums? Is your child talking a lot? Pointing? Scribbling? Is she sleeping and napping well?
Question: What are the warning signs of a diabetic coma?
Answer: If you have diabetes and you've had a heavy thirst and gone to the bathroom more often than usual for a few weeks, check with your doctor -- especially if your blood sugar isn't well-controlled. As your body loses more and more water, you may notice: High fever Weakness Drowsiness Altered mental state Headache Restlessness Inability to speak Visual problems Hallucinations Paralysis These factors may lead to dehydration and coma: Infection Heart attack Kidney failure Medicines (diuretics, some heart medications, or steroids) Illness Bleeding ulcer Blood clot Uncontrolled blood sugar Once your doctor spots the early signs, he may send you to the hospital.
Question: What causes a diabetic coma?
Answer: As your body loses more and more water, you may notice: High fever Weakness Drowsiness Altered mental state Headache Restlessness Inability to speak Visual problems Hallucinations Paralysis These factors may lead to dehydration and coma: Infection Heart attack Kidney failure Medicines (diuretics, some heart medications, or steroids) Illness Bleeding ulcer Blood clot Uncontrolled blood sugar Once your doctor spots the early signs, he may send you to the hospital.
Question: How are diabetic comas treated?
Answer: As your body loses more and more water, you may notice: High fever Weakness Drowsiness Altered mental state Headache Restlessness Inability to speak Visual problems Hallucinations Paralysis These factors may lead to dehydration and coma: Infection Heart attack Kidney failure Medicines (diuretics, some heart medications, or steroids) Illness Bleeding ulcer Blood clot Uncontrolled blood sugar Once your doctor spots the early signs, he may send you to the hospital. You'll get an IV to replace lost fluids and electrolytes such as potassium. And you'll get insulin or other medication to control your blood sugar. The coma can lead to death if left untreated.