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Question: How effective is vaginal contraceptive film?
Answer: As long as you use the film consistently -- and the right way -- it's 74%-94% effective. That means that out of 100 women who rely on it alone, six to 26 will get pregnant in a typical year. If the man also wears a condom, that helps prevent pregnancy. Together, spermicides (like that in the film) and condoms are about 97% effective.
Question: How often should I get acupuncture?
Answer: It should be mild, and you can ask your acupuncturist to dial it down at any time. Because it may take several sessions before you feel a benefit, plan to go at least 5-10 times.
Question: What can cause allergies in the workplace?
Answer: Dust mites, pollen, and mold are common and invisible allergy triggers in the workplace. These allergens can get trapped in tightly insulated and poorly ventilated office buildings. For some jobs, there can also be environmental triggers such as fumes that cause dizziness and make it hard to breathe. Look for allergy triggers that may affect you. Common allergens include: Aerosols Chemical fumes Cigarette smoke Cockroaches Cold air Dust Fresh paint Humid air Mold and mildew Perfume and scented products Pet dander Pollen Tobacco smoke and wood smoke Weather fronts Wind Make sure your work area is well-ventilated and has proper humidity to minimize molds.
Question: What is the easiest way to treat heavy sweating?
Answer: The easiest way to tackle excessive sweating is with an antiperspirant, which most people already use on a daily basis. Most antiperspirants contain aluminum salts. When you roll them onto your skin, antiperspirants form a plug that blocks perspiration. You can buy an antiperspirant over the counter at your local supermarket or drug store, or your doctor can prescribe one for you. Over-the-counter antiperspirants may be less irritating than prescription antiperspirants. Start with an over-the-counter brand, and if that doesn't work, ask your doctor about a prescription. Many antiperspirants are sold combined with a deodorant, which won't stop you from sweating but will help control the odor from your sweat.
Question: What should I know about heavy sweating?
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Question: How can attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affect my sex life?
Answer: If you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD), it can cause problems with intimacy and lead to some communication problems. You can have trouble paying attention during sex. Your mind might wander during foreplay, cuddling, or sex. That may seem normal to you, but your partner may see it as lack of interest. Your mood or desires may change suddenly. One day you might like cuddling or a certain sex act. The next day, the same things might bother you. Feelings like anger and loneliness may make you less interested in sex. They may also cause communication issues between you and your partner. You may be drawn to risky behaviors, like unprotected sex. ADHD can lower levels of certain brain chemicals called neurotransmitters. That may make you more likely to take risks or be impulsive. You may like to have different sex partners. This can make it harder to keep a long-term relationship and raise the chances of risky sex.
Question: Can I still have a healthy sex life with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Answer: If you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD), it can cause problems with intimacy and lead to some communication problems.
Question: Can ADHD medicines affect your sex life?
Answer: Be open with your partner about your ADHD symptoms, such as trouble focusing and irritability. Take your medication as prescribed. That can help you enjoy intimacy more, and may make you less likely to engage in risky sexual behaviors.
Question: What can I do to maintain a healthy sex life with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Answer: The next day, the same things might bother you. Be open with your partner about your ADHD symptoms, such as trouble focusing and irritability. Reassure them it's not their fault. Say what feels good for you. If you don't like being touched all the time, tell your partner when and how to touch you. This can prevent miscommunication and arguments. Get rid of distractions. If you easily lose focus during sex, having sex in the dark may help you focus on the moment. Take your medication as prescribed. Some ADHD drugs may boost your ability to focus and enjoy sex, while others can lead to a loss of sexual desire or ability. Trouble with focus can make it harder for you to get aroused or reach orgasm. Spend time on kissing, foreplay, and other acts besides intercourse. This can ease the pressure and help you and your partner enjoy yourselves. Stay active. Regular exercise can help you focus and raise levels of feel-good brain chemicals such as dopamine. That can help you enjoy intimacy more, and may make you less likely to engage in risky sexual behaviors. Consider talk therapy. A therapist can also help you better communicate with your partner in and out of bed.
Question: How do I know if my loved one with Alzheimer's disease needs assisted living?
Answer: As you think about her day-to-day needs, consider these questions: Do you worry about her health or safety when she's alone at home? Are you physically able to handle her care? Does the help she needs keep you from your work, family, or personal life? Are you feeling more stressed, irritable, or burned out? Would the structure and social life in a care facility be good for her?
Question: What is assisted living?
Answer: Most facilities are designed to feel like home and encourage residents to be as independent as they can be. Assisted living services vary from place to place, but they usually include: One to three meals a day Medication reminders Help with dressing, bathing, and other personal care Housekeeping and laundry 24-hour emergency care Some medical services Social and recreational activities As Alzheimer's gets worse, your loved one may start to need more care and supervision.
Question: What should I look for in an assisted living facility?
Answer: Does the facility meet local and state licensing standards? What's the policy on insurance and personal property? How does the staff respond to a medical emergency? Are visitors welcome at any time? Is there a written care plan for each resident? How does the staff decide what services a new resident needs? Can the facility kick out residents who refuse to comply with a care plan? Do contracts cover housing, personal care, health care, and support services? What are the billing, payment, and credit policies?
Question: How is osteoarthritis diagnosed?
Answer: X-rays are used to diagnose osteoarthritis, typically revealing an uneven loss of cartilage and spurring of the underlying bone.
Question: How is rheumatoid arthritis diagnosed?
Answer: In addition to symptoms and a doctor's exam, blood tests and X-rays are commonly used to confirm rheumatoid arthritis. The majority of people with rheumatoid arthritis have an antibody called rheumatoid factor ( RF) in their blood, although RF may also be present in other disorders. A newer test for rheumatoid arthritis that measures levels of antibodies in the blood (called the anti- CCP test) is more specific and tends to be only elevated in patients with rheumatoid arthritis or in patients about to develop rheumatoid arthritis.
Question: What are the symptoms of an epilepsy?
Answer: Generalized motor seizures make your body move or twitch Generalized non-motor seizures don't cause movement Seizures can make you move, have unusual feelings, or both. Which symptoms you have depend on the type of seizure you get.
Question: What devices are used to treat epilepsy?
Answer: Two types are approved to treat epilepsy: Vagus nerve stimulation ( VNS) sends regular pulses of electrical energy to your brain to prevent seizures. A doctor puts the device under the skin of your chest. Responsive neurostimulation ( RNS) also sends pulses to the brain, but through a device that your doctor places under your scalp.
Question: What are the symptoms of a seizure from epilepsy?
Answer: During a seizure, you might: Stare into space Get confused or be unsure of where you are Pass out Jerk or twitch your arms and legs Rub your hands, smack your lips, or make other unusual movements Notice strange smells, tastes, sounds, or sights Feel strange in general These problems can last from a few seconds to a few minutes. Most people have the same symptoms each time they have a seizure.
Question: Can a ketogenic diet help treat epilepsy in children?
Answer: It's a high-fat, low-carb food plan that helps control seizures in children. It might work for adults, too, but more research is needed. The ketogenic diet is strict and complicated. You'll need to work closely with your doctor.
Question: What are the different kinds of focal seizures?
Answer: Focal aware seizures mean you're awake and you can respond to others Focal impaired seizures mean you're not completely aware Focal motor seizures cause your body to jerk, twitch, or move in other ways Focal non-motor seizures affect how you feel or think Generalized seizures start on both sides of your brain.
Question: What will a doctor check during a neurological exam for epilepsy?
Answer: You may get a neurological exam, a series of tests that show how well your brain and the rest of your nervous system are working. Your doctor will check your: Walking skills Reflexes and coordination Muscles Senses Thinking ability Other tests your doctor may suggest to find out if you have epilepsy: EEG.
Question: How can I avoid getting bronchitis?
Answer: Don't smoke. Don't allow others to smoke in your home. Stay away from or reduce your time around things that irritate your nose, throat, and lungs, such as dust or pets. If you catch a cold, get plenty of rest. Take your medicine exactly the way your doctor tells you. Eat a healthy diet. Wash your hands often.
Question: When should you call your doctor about bronchitis?
Answer: Symptoms of bronchitis include: A cough that is frequent and produces mucus A lack of energy A wheezing sound when breathing A fever See your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: A cough that lasts more than two to three weeks A fever A cough that produces blood or thick or colored mucous Any shortness of breath or wheezing If you have bronchitis you should: Drink fluids every one to two hours unless your doctor has restricted your fluid intake Rest Don't smoke Relieve body aches by taking an NSAID such as ibuprofen or naproxen or another pain killer such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol).
Question: What are the symptoms of bronchitis?
Answer: Symptoms of bronchitis include: A cough that is frequent and produces mucus A lack of energy A wheezing sound when breathing A fever See your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: A cough that lasts more than two to three weeks A fever A cough that produces blood or thick or colored mucous Any shortness of breath or wheezing If you have bronchitis you should: Drink fluids every one to two hours unless your doctor has restricted your fluid intake Rest Don't smoke Relieve body aches by taking an NSAID such as ibuprofen or naproxen or another pain killer such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol).
Question: What medications can treat a cough from bronchitis?
Answer: If you have a dry cough and cough up little to no mucus, your doctor may prescribe a cough medicine to suppress your cough. He or she may also prescribe an expectorant to help loosen mucus so it can be more easily coughed up. Because viruses cause most cases of bronchitis, antibiotics will not usually be useful or necessary. Exceptions would be bronchitis caused by a bacterial infection or bronchitis in a person who has impaired lung function.
Question: How is laser therapy used to treat retinoblastoma?
Answer: Laser Therapy: A different kind of laser targets and destroys the blood vessels that supply the tumor. This works for small tumors in the back of the eye.
Question: Is retinoblastoma curable?
Answer: Retinoblastoma is almost always curable, especially if it hasn't spread beyond the eye.
Question: How is thermotherapy used to treat retinoblastoma?
Answer: Thermotherapy: A special laser kills cancer cells with heat. Doctors use it by itself on small tumors or along with other treatments for larger tumors.
Question: How is cryotherapy used to treat retinoblastoma?
Answer: Cryotherapy: A touch with a super-cooled metal probe freezes and kills cancer cells. This works best on small tumors near the front of the eye.
Question: How is radiation used to treat retinoblastoma?
Answer: Radiation: There are two kinds of radiation therapy. For small tumors, a surgeon can sew a disc that has radioactive material inside it onto the eyeball near the tumor. Your child stays in the hospital a few days while it works, and then the disc is removed. Older technology uses a machine to focus beams of radiation on the tumor. This usually is used only if other strategies don't work.
Question: What are symptoms of retinoblastoma?
Answer: Others symptoms include: An eye or eyes that appear larger than normal Cloudiness or discoloration in the center of the eye Eye pain Eyes that cross or look in different directions Redness in the white of the eye Vision problems These symptoms can also be caused by less serious problems.
Question: How common is retinoblastoma?
Answer: This is a rare form of eye cancer that usually happens in childhood. It starts in the retina -- the part of the eye that senses light and sends pictures to the brain. Fewer than 300 children in the U. S. are diagnosed with it each year. Usually, it's found before they turn 2.
Question: What is the purpose of checkups in children after treatment for retinoblastoma?
Answer: Children treated for retinoblastoma need very close follow-up care. Your child will have frequent checkups to watch for signs that the cancer has come back. Frequent checkups are important for other reasons, too.
Question: When is surgery necessary for retinoblastoma?
Answer: Surgery: If the tumor is very large by the time it's found, it may not be possible to save the child's vision. In these cases, the eye may be removed.
Question: Are young patients awake during retinoblastoma exams and treatments?
Answer: This works for small tumors in the back of the eye. Very young patients usually are sedated or put under for exams and treatments.
Question: What causes multiple retinoblastomas?
Answer: They can also pass the condition on to their own children. Children who have a damaged gene in every cell can get other types of cancer later in life because the gene doesn't help stop the cancers the way a healthy gene would. And children who have radiation or chemotherapy treatment are also more likely to have cancer again.
Question: What are the most common symptoms of aerophagia?
Answer: The most common symptoms of aerophagia are: Frequent belching, sometimes several times a minute Bloated or swollen belly Belly pain These problems can last 2 years or more in some people. The symptoms are similar to other stomach illnesses, such as acid reflux, an irritation of the stomach lining, or irritable bowel syndrome.
Question: How is aerophagia treated?
Answer: If your aerophagia is due to depression or anxiety, you may need medicine or psychotherapy. If acid reflux or heartburn makes you swallow more frequently, antacids may help. Are you a smoker? Aerophagia is another reason to quit, since smoking can lead you to swallow air. Also, loose dentures can cause you to swallow more air, so if you wear them, make sure they fit well. If you use a CPAP device, check with your doctor. It may need adjustments that control its airflow or how it fits on your face.
Question: Who gets aerophagia?
Answer: You get aerophagia when you swallow so much air that it makes your stomach feel bloated and uncomfortable. Chewing gum can make it worse. Doctors often see aerophagia as a sign of other problems, such as an illness that affects your digestive system, or a psychological disorder like anxiety or depression. You may also have aerophagia if you have sleep apnea and use a device called a CPAP machine to help you breathe while you sleep. People with depression or anxiety problems often swallow more frequently, and aerophagia is a common symptom of depression.
Question: What is the difference between strawberry tongue and glossitis?
Answer: A tongue condition that's a lot like strawberry tongue is glossitis. It makes your tongue swollen and red but not bumpy. Like strawberry tongue, glossitis can show up as a side effect of different conditions. Both can be a sign of low B12, but glossitis is most likely a symptom of something that's not related to strawberry tongue.
Question: What causes strawberry tongue?
Answer: Toxic shock syndrome ( TSS): It's rare, but this can sometimes cause strawberry tongue.
Question: What is strawberry tongue?
Answer: It's not a condition -- it's a symptom of different conditions or disorders. Your tongue usually appears red, but it can be white. A tongue condition that's a lot like strawberry tongue is glossitis.
Question: How can you prevent nursemaid's elbow?
Answer: As your child grows, his or her ligaments will get stronger. So it will become less likely that pulling a child's arms will cause nursemaid's elbow. Until then, you may be able to prevent nursemaid's elbow if you follow these tips: Do not lift a child up by the arms or hands. Lift the child under the arms instead. Do not tug or jerk a child's hand or arm. Never swing a child by the hands or arms.
Question: What is treatment like for nursemaid's elbow in kids?
Answer: Most kids can use the arm without pain within 10 to 15 minutes. But some kids may be afraid to use the arm because they remember that it hurt before. If this happens, your doctor may recommend pain medicine and then observation for the next hour to make sure the child moves the arm.
Question: What is the treatment for nursemaid's elbow?
Answer: Treatment depends on your child's age and overall health. The doctor will examine the child and make sure the bone is not broken. X-rays are not usually necessary to diagnose this. Over-the-counter pain medicine, such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol) or ibuprofen ( Advil, Motrin), may be given. Make sure you ask your health care provider for the correct dose for your child. Never give aspirin to a child under age 12.
Question: What are the symptoms of nursemaid's elbow?
Answer: Nursemaid's elbow may happen if you: Catch a child by the hand to stop a fall Lift a child up by the hands or wrists Pull a child's arm through a jacket sleeve Swing a child by the arms or hands Yank on a child's arm to make him or her walk faster Sometimes nursemaid's elbow may happen if: An infant rolls over onto the arm A child uses the hands to brace himself or herself during a fall The main symptom of a pulled elbow is pain when the child moves the arm. In fact, nursemaid's elbow can be quite painful. There is, though, no swelling, bruising, or other sign of a serious injury. To reduce the pain, the child typically refuses to use the arm and holds it still at her side, The elbow may be slightly bent and the palm may by turned towards the body. You should not try to straighten the arm or move the elbow back into place. If you do, the child will resist, and you could cause more serious damage. Severe pain, even without swelling, can be the sign of a broken bone. Call your doctor if your child injures her elbow.
Question: What causes nursemaid's elbow?
Answer: Nursemaid's elbow can happen if you tug or pull on a child's lower arm or hand, especially if the arm is twisted. It doesn't take much force for the injury to happen. The most common cause of nursemaid's elbow is a pulling-type injury. Nursemaid's elbow may happen if you: Catch a child by the hand to stop a fall Lift a child up by the hands or wrists Pull a child's arm through a jacket sleeve Swing a child by the arms or hands Yank on a child's arm to make him or her walk faster Sometimes nursemaid's elbow may happen if: An infant rolls over onto the arm A child uses the hands to brace himself or herself during a fall The main symptom of a pulled elbow is pain when the child moves the arm.
Question: How effective are treatments for nursemaid's elbow?
Answer: Sometimes, the first attempt at reduction does not work. It may take two or more times to put the elbow back into the correct position. Surgery is rarely needed.
Question: Who gets nursemaid's elbow?
Answer: Your doctor or nurse may use other terms for nursemaid's elbow, such as: Pulled elbow Radial head subluxation Nursemaid's elbow is a common injury among toddlers and preschoolers. The injury is not often seen in kids older than 5 or 6. That's because as children grow, their bones harden and the ligaments get tighter and thicker. This helps keep the elbow firmly in place. Girls are slightly more likely than boys to have nursemaid's elbow.
Question: How does a doctor treat nursemaid's elbow?
Answer: The doctor will use a method called a "reduction maneuver" to put the elbow back into the correct position. In this method, the doctor holds the child's wrist and elbow. The doctor then carefully moves the arm in a specific way until the elbow pops back into place. You may hear a "click" when this happens. A reduction maneuver only takes a few seconds. It may be done in the doctor's office. The procedure can be briefly painful. The child will probably cry for a few seconds. It may take two or more times to put the elbow back into the correct position.
Question: What should you do if nursemaid's elbow is caused by child abuse?
Answer: Nursemaid's elbow may happen if you: Catch a child by the hand to stop a fall Lift a child up by the hands or wrists Pull a child's arm through a jacket sleeve Swing a child by the arms or hands Yank on a child's arm to make him or her walk faster Sometimes nursemaid's elbow may happen if: An infant rolls over onto the arm A child uses the hands to brace himself or herself during a fall The main symptom of a pulled elbow is pain when the child moves the arm. A child abuse investigation may be done if there are other signs that the child is being abused or if it occurs in an older child.
Question: What is nursemaid's elbow?
Answer: It is called nursemaid's elbow, and it can be quite painful for your little one. Nursemaid's elbow means the elbow has slipped out of its normal place at the joint. The elbow bone (radius) is connected to the elbow joint (humerus) by elastic bands called ligaments. These ligaments grow stronger and tighter as a child grows older. In little kids and babies, the ligaments are still loose. This makes it easy for the elbow to slip out of place. Your doctor or nurse may use other terms for nursemaid's elbow, such as: Pulled elbow Radial head subluxation Nursemaid's elbow is a common injury among toddlers and preschoolers. The most common cause of nursemaid's elbow is a pulling-type injury. Never swing a child by the hands or arms.
Question: How do you treat chlamydia and gonorrhea be treated?
Answer: Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: These STDs are treated with antibiotics. You should begin taking them if tests show you have the infection or if you have been exposed to it, even though you may not have symptoms. Your sex partners will also have to be treated regardless of whether they have symptoms. Certain strains of gonorrhea have become resistant to some antibiotics, so you may have to take more than one drug to fight gonorrhea.