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Question: What can you do to prevent heat exhaustion?
Answer: Other recommended strategies include: Drink plenty of fluids, especially sports drinks to replace lost salt (avoid caffeine and alcohol). When the heat index is high, it's best to stay inside in air conditioning. If you must go outdoors, you can prevent heat exhaustion by taking these steps: Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing, and a wide-brimmed hat. Use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more. Drink extra fluids.
Question: What are plant sources of Vitamin A (from beta-carotene)?
Answer: Good food sources of retinoid vitamin A include: Eggs Whole milk Liver Fortified skim milk and cereals Plant sources of vitamin A (from beta-carotene) include sweet potatoes, carrots, spinach, and apricots.
Question: What are the side effects of taking Vitamin A?
Answer: Symptoms of vitamin A toxicity include dry skin, joint pain, vomiting, headaches, confusion.
Question: What are the recommendations for pregnancy breast changes?
Answer: Recommendations: Wear a bra that provides firm support. Choose cotton bras or those made from natural fibers. Get a bigger bra as your breasts become larger and fuller. Your bra should fit well without irritating your nipples. Try maternity or nursing bras, which provide more support and can be used after pregnancy if you choose to breastfeed. Try wearing a bra during the night. Tuck a cotton handkerchief or gauze pad into each bra cup to absorb leaking fluid. You can also buy nursing pads in the drugstore or maternity/baby store that fit into your bra. Make sure to change these pads as needed so your skin doesn't get irritated. Wash your breasts with warm water and mild soap that will not cause dryness.
Question: What are the recommendations for pregnancy nasal congestion?
Answer: Recommendations: Apply a warm, wet washcloth to your cheeks, eyes, and nose to reduce congestion. Avoid using nasal sprays unless prescribed by your doctor because they can aggravate your symptoms. Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses of fluids a day) to thin mucus. Elevate your head with an extra pillow while sleeping to prevent mucus from blocking your throat. Use a humidifier or vaporizer to add moisture to the air. Take a warm shower or bath.
Question: What are the recommendations for pregnancy varicose veins?
Answer: Recommendations: Although varicose veins are usually hereditary, here are some preventive tips: Avoid standing or sitting in one place for long periods. It's important to get up and move around often. Avoid remaining in any position that might restrict the circulation in your legs (such as crossing your legs while sitting). Elevate your legs and feet while sitting. Exercise regularly. Wear support hose but avoid any leg wear that is too tight or constraining.
Question: What causes shortness of breath during pregnancy?
Answer: Shortness of breath can happen due to increased upward pressure from the uterus and changes in physiologic lung function.
Question: What are the recommendations for abdominal pain or discomfort during pregnancy?
Answer: Recommendations: Change your position or activity until you are comfortable; avoid sharp turns or movements. If you have a sudden pain in your abdomen, bend forward to the point of pain to relieve tension and relax the tissue. Apply a hot water bottle or heating pad to your back, or take a warm bath or shower. Try a massage. Make sure you are getting enough fluids. Take Tylenol (acetaminophen) occasionally. Contact your health care provider if the pain is severe or constant or if you are less than 36 weeks pregnant and you have signs of labor. ( Signs of labor include repetitive cramping like contractions.)
Question: What causes pregnancy varicose veins?
Answer: Pregnancy may affect your circulation, which can enlarge or swell your legs' veins.
Question: What causes pregnancy hemorrhoids?
Answer: Hemorrhoids are swollen veins that appear as painful lumps on the anus. During pregnancy, they may form as a result of increased circulation and pressure on the rectum and vagina from your growing baby.
Question: What causes pregnancy breast changes?
Answer: Most pregnant women will feel some changes in their breasts. Your breasts will increase in size as your milk glands enlarge and the fat tissue enlarges, causing breast firmness and tenderness typically during pregnancy's first and last few months. Bluish veins may also appear as your blood supply increases. Your nipples can also darken, and sometimes a thick fluid called colostrum may leak from your breasts. All of these changes are normal.
Question: What are the recommendations for pregnancy heartburn or indigestion?
Answer: Recommendations: Eat several small meals each day instead of three large meals. Eat slowly. Drink warm liquids. Avoid fried, spicy, or rich foods, or any foods that seem to give you indigestion. Don't lie down right after eating. Keep the head of your bed higher than the foot of your bed. Or, place pillows under your shoulders to prevent stomach acids from rising into your throat. Don't mix fatty foods with sweets in one meal, and try to separate liquids and solids at meals. Try heartburn relievers such as Tums, Maalox, Titralac, Mylanta, Riopan, or Gaviscon.
Question: What are the recommendations for pregnancy stretch marks?
Answer: Recommendations: Be sure that your diet contains enough sources of the nutrients needed for healthy skin (especially vitamins C and E). Apply lotion to your skin to keep it soft and reduce dryness. Exercise daily.
Question: What are the recommendations for pregnancy bleeding and swollen gums?
Answer: Recommendations: Get a dental checkup early in your pregnancy to make sure your teeth and mouth are healthy. See your dentist if you notice a particular problem. Brush your teeth, floss regularly and rinse daily with an antiseptic mouthwash.
Question: What causes difficulty sleeping during pregnancy?
Answer: Finding a comfortable resting position can become difficult later in pregnancy.
Question: What are the recommendations for pregnancy hemorrhoids?
Answer: Recommendations: Try to avoid constipation. Constipation can cause hemorrhoids and will make them more painful. Avoid sitting or standing for long periods of time; change your position frequently. Don't strain during a bowel movement. Apply ice packs or cold compresses to the area or take a warm bath a few times a day to provide relief. Avoid tight-fitting underwear, pants, or pantyhose. If you still need more help, consult your health care provider.
Question: What are the recommendations for difficulty sleeping during pregnancy?
Answer: Recommendations: Don't take sleep medication. Try drinking warm milk at bedtime. Try taking a warm shower or bath before bedtime. Use extra pillows for support while sleeping. Lying on your side, place a pillow under your head, abdomen, behind your back and between your knees to prevent muscle strain and help you get the rest you need. You will probably feel better lying on your left side; this improves circulation of blood throughout your body.
Question: What causes vaginal discharge during pregnancy?
Answer: Normal vaginal secretions increase during pregnancy due to greater blood supply and hormones. Normal vaginal discharge is white or clear, isn't irritating, is odorless, and may look yellow when dry on your underwear or panty liners.
Question: What are the recommendations for swelling in the feet and legs during pregnancy?
Answer: Recommendations: Try not to stay on your feet for long periods of time. Avoid standing in one place. Drink plenty of fluids (at least 6-8 glasses of fluids a day). Avoid foods high in salt (sodium). Elevate your legs and feet while sitting. Avoid crossing your legs. Wear loose, comfortable clothing; tight clothing can slow circulation and increase fluid retention. Don't wear tight shoes; choose supportive shoes with low, wide heels. Keep your diet rich in protein; too little protein can cause fluid retention. Notify your health care provider if your hands or face swell. This may be a warning sign of preeclampsia. Rest on your side during the day to help increase blood flow to your kidneys.
Question: What are the recommendations for Braxton-Hicks contractions?
Answer: Recommendations: Try to relax Change positions. Sometimes this can ease the contractions. Call your doctor if they do not go away.
Question: What causes pregnancy backaches?
Answer: Backaches are usually caused by the strain put on the back muscles, changing hormone levels, and changes in your posture.
Question: What are the recommendations for pregnancy backaches?
Answer: Recommendations: Wear low-heeled (but not flat) shoes. Avoid lifting heavy objects. Squat down with your knees bent when picking things up instead of bending down at the waist. Don't stand on your feet for long periods. If you need to stand for long periods, place one foot on a stool or box for support. Sit in a chair with good back support, or place a small pillow behind your lower back. Also, place your feet on a footrest or stool. Check that your bed is firm. If needed, put a board between the mattress and box spring. Sleep on your left side with a pillow between your legs for support. Apply a hot water bottle or heating pad on low setting to your back, take a warm bath or shower, or try massage. Perform exercises, as advised by your health care provider, to make your back muscles stronger and help relieve the soreness. Maintain good posture. Standing up straight will ease the strain on your back. Contact your health care provider if you have a low backache that goes around your stomach and does not go away within one hour after you change position or rest. This might be a sign of premature labor.
Question: What are the recommendations for vaginal discharge during pregnancy?
Answer: Recommendations: Choose cotton underwear or brands made from natural fibers. Avoid tight-fitting jeans or pants. Do not douche. Douching can introduce air into your circulatory system or break your bag of waters in later pregnancy. Clean the vaginal area often with soap and water. Wipe yourself from front to back. Contact your health care provider if you have burning, itching, irritation or swelling, bad odor, bloody discharge, or bright yellow or green discharge (these symptoms could be a sign of infection).
Question: What are the recommendations for pregnancy nausea or vomiting?
Answer: Recommendations: If nausea is a problem in the morning, eat dry foods like cereal, toast or crackers before getting out of bed. Try eating a high-protein snack such as lean meat or cheese before going to bed (protein takes longer to digest). If you are hungry but extremely nauseated, try the BRAT (bananas, rice and tea) diet as well as bland foods. Seabands offer some pregnant women comfort. Ginger may combat nausea. Eat small meals or snacks every two to three hours rather than three large meals. Eat slowly and chew your food completely. Sip on fluids throughout the day. Avoid large amounts of fluids at one time. Try cool, clear fruit juices, such as apple or grape juice. Avoid spicy, fried, or greasy foods. If you are bothered by strong smells, eat foods cold or at room temperature to minimize or avoid odors that bother you. Talk to your doctor about taking vitamin B6. Other natural treatments and prescription medications can provide relief. Contact your health care provider if your vomiting is constant or so severe that you can't keep fluids or foods down. This can cause dehydration and should be treated right away.
Question: What causes pregnancy constipation?
Answer: Pressure on your rectum from your uterus may also cause constipation.
Question: What are the recommendations for shortness of breath during pregnancy?
Answer: Recommendations: When walking, slow down and rest a few moments. Raise your arms over your head (this lifts your rib cage and allows you to breathe in more air). Avoid lying flat on your back, and try sleeping with your head elevated. If prolonged shortness of breathing continues or you experience sharp pain when inhaling, contact your health care provider. You could have a pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lungs).
Question: What causes pregnancy bleeding and swollen gums?
Answer: But your blood circulation and hormone levels can make your gums tender and swollen, and you may notice they bleed more easily. You may also develop nose bleeds. You may have a stuffy nose or feel like you have a cold.
Question: What causes swelling in the feet and legs during pregnancy?
Answer: Pressure on your rectum from your uterus may also cause constipation. Elevate your legs and feet while sitting.
Question: What causes pregnancy stretch marks?
Answer: Hemorrhoids are swollen veins that appear as painful lumps on the anus. Though they won't disappear completely, stretch marks will fade after delivery. Stretch marks affect the surface under the skin and are not preventable.
Question: What causes pregnancy nausea or vomiting?
Answer: Avoid straining when you have a bowel movement. It's important to get up and move around often. Backaches are usually caused by the strain put on the back muscles, changing hormone levels, and changes in your posture.
Question: What causes Braxton-Hicks contractions?
Answer: This will happen again in the third trimester, when the baby's head drops into the pelvis before birth. Irregular, infrequent contractions are called Braxton- Hicks contractions (also known as "false labor pains"). These are normal during pregnancy.
Question: What causes pregnancy frequent urination?
Answer: This will happen again in the third trimester, when the baby's head drops into the pelvis before birth. More blood is also going to your growing uterus.
Question: What causes abdominal pain or discomfort during pregnancy?
Answer: Pressure from your growing uterus can cause leg cramps or sharp pains down your legs. These pains may also travel down your thigh and into your leg.
Question: What things should I do at my rheumatoid arthritis appointment?
Answer: Read up on RA. The more you know about RA, the more you'll get out of your talk with your doctor. Bring a record of your symptoms. What makes them worse? What makes them better? It may help to keep a log of your symptoms and when they occur for a few weeks before you go to your appointment. Bring a list of all the drugs, vitamins, and supplementsyou use. Or bring the bottles, so the doctor can see the dosage and directions for use. Ask a friend or relative to go with you. He or she can take notes and remind you of important questions. Be honest. Tell the truth about your symptoms, how much exercise you get, and any alternative treatments you're using.
Question: What should I ask my rheumatoid arthritis doctor?
Answer: What's the goal of my treatment? Should I take methotrexate or other DMARDs? Do I need other drugs to help my symptoms right now? Could these drugs cause problems with any other medications, vitamins, or supplements I use? What will happen if I don't take my RA meds? What side effects should I watch out for? Do you advise using any nondrug treatments? Could a physical therapist or an occupational therapist help me? Can you tell if my joints have been damaged? Can you tell how quickly the disease is progressing? Aside from my joints, how else could RA affect my health? What will help with my fatigue? Can you suggest any support groups in the area? Will I be able to continue working?
Question: What assistive devices can be used in the bathroom to help treat arthritis?
Answer: Try these options: A tub bench or shower seat lets you sit down while you get clean. Non-skid shower mats make the tub safer. Grab bars make it easier to get in and out of the bath. A raised toilet seat with side rails makes it easier to get on and off. Long-handled sponges help you wash your legs and feet without bending. Also, large sponges are easier to grip than washcloths. Easy-to-pull shower curtains are better than heavy shower doors. An electric toothbrush with a fat handle is easier than a regular toothbrush. Put a seat in front of your sink so you can avoid leaning forward. Do the same with using a freestanding mirror for grooming.
Question: What are some assistive devices for the bedroom if you have RA?
Answer: Most people with rheumatoid arthritis have joint stiffness in the morning. A few simple changes will make it easier to get going. Switch to big buttons, button hooks, or Velcro closures. Buttons the size of a nickel or larger are easier to use. Closures in the front are better, especially for bras and dresses. Use lamps that turn on and off by touch or by your voice. And replace small, hard-to-turn switches on lamps with larger grip-and-turn knobs. Find sock aids and zipper pulls. A sock aid can help you pull up your socks without bending your legs. A zipper pull, which has a large rung that attaches to a zipper tag, makes zippers easier to grab and zip.
Question: Where can you get assistive devices for RA?
Answer: These items and many more are available at full-service pharmacies and surgical supply stores. The Arthritis Foundation is also a great source. If you can't install something yourself, the store can often arrange it. Or check with your local hardware store to see if they can recommend someone to do it for you. Also get a referral to an occupational therapist from your rheumatologist or your regular doctor if you haven't already. Occupational therapists specialize in helping people keep their independence. They may have other ideas for assistive devices or changes to your home that could make a huge difference.
Question: Where can I buy items to help me with my rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: These items and many more are available at full-service pharmacies and surgical supply stores. The Arthritis Foundation is also a great source. If you can't install something yourself, the store can often arrange it. Or check with your local hardware store to see if they can recommend someone to do it for you.
Question: What assistive devices can be used in the kitchen to help treat arthritis?
Answer: Arthritis-friendly utensils with fat foam handles are widely available and can make a world of difference. Consider these other simple ideas around the kitchen, too: Buy pots and pans with handles on both sides. They're easier to carry. Give your fingers and hands a break and use an electric jar opener and electric can opener when you prepare foods. Rearrange your kitchen so that the things you use most often are the easiest to reach. Replace small switches and doorknobs with large, easy-to-grip knobs, or levers that you don't need to turn.
Question: Should I get a referral to an occupational therapist to treat rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: Also get a referral to an occupational therapist from your rheumatologist or your regular doctor if you haven't already. Occupational therapists specialize in helping people keep their independence. They may have other ideas for assistive devices or changes to your home that could make a huge difference.
Question: What are some aids to help you get around for RA?
Answer: A cane or crutch used on the opposite side of a painful knee or hip makes walking easier. Orthotics help ease painful feet. They are inserts (either ready-made, or custom-fit by a podiatrist) worn in the shoe. Other options include padded insoles or a pair of comfortable orthopedic shoes. Braces and splints support joints and lower strain. Reachers are long rods with a grip handle on one end and pincers (like a claw, used to grab) on the other. They let you pick up small objects without having to bend over or reach uncomfortably. Taller chair legs make it easier to get in and out of your seat. The chairs you have can usually be fitted with extenders.
Question: How can you get started using assistive devices for RA?
Answer: The first step is to recognize when and where you could use some more help. Sometimes people adapt to changes in their ability level, giving up things they like to do without even realizing it. Next, take action to stay as independent as possible.
Question: What are assistive devices for the bathroom if you have RA?
Answer: Try these options: A tub bench or shower seat lets you sit down while you get clean. Non-skid shower mats make the tub safer. Grab bars make it easier to get in and out of the bath. A raised toilet seat with side rails makes it easier to get on and off. Long-handled sponges help you wash your legs and feet without bending. Also, large sponges are easier to grip than washcloths. Easy-to-pull shower curtains are better than heavy shower doors. An electric toothbrush with a fat handle is easier than a regular toothbrush. Put a seat in front of your sink so you can avoid leaning forward. Do the same with using a freestanding mirror for grooming.
Question: What assistive devices can be used in the bedroom to help treat arthritis?
Answer: Rearrange your kitchen so that the things you use most often are the easiest to reach. Most people with rheumatoid arthritis have joint stiffness in the morning. A few simple changes will make it easier to get going. Use lamps that turn on and off by touch or by your voice. And replace small, hard-to-turn switches on lamps with larger grip-and-turn knobs. Find sock aids and zipper pulls. A sock aid can help you pull up your socks without bending your legs. A zipper pull, which has a large rung that attaches to a zipper tag, makes zippers easier to grab and zip.
Question: Are assistive devices necessary to treat rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: Extra help is available if you start to have trouble with everyday activities. Most people with rheumatoid arthritis have joint stiffness in the morning.
Question: How is acute insomnia treated?
Answer: Acute insomnia may not require treatment. Mild insomnia often can be prevented or cured by practicing good sleep habits (see below). If your insomnia makes it hard for you to function during the day because you are sleepy and tired, your health care provider may prescribe sleeping pills for a limited time. Rapid onset, short-acting drugs can help you avoid effects such as drowsiness the following day. Avoid using over-the-counter sleeping pills for insomnia, because they may have undesired side effects and tend to lose their effectiveness over time.
Question: What are some helpful tips for people with insomnia?
Answer: Good sleep habits, also called sleep hygiene, can help you get a good night's sleep and beat insomnia. Here are some tips: Try to go to sleep at the same time each night and get up at the same time each morning. Try not to take naps during the day, because naps may make you less sleepy at night. Avoid prolonged use of phones or reading devices ("e-books") that give off light before bed. This can make it harder to fall asleep. Avoid caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol late in the day. Caffeine and nicotine are stimulants and can keep you from falling asleep. Alcohol can cause waking in the night and interferes with sleep quality. Get regular exercise. Try not to exercise close to bedtime, because it may stimulate you and make it hard to fall asleep. Experts suggest not exercising for at least three to four hours before the time you go to sleep. Don't eat a heavy meal late in the day. A light snack before bedtime, however, may help you sleep. Make your bedroom comfortable. Be sure that it is dark, quiet, and not too warm or too cold. If light is a problem, try a sleeping mask. If noise is a problem, try earplugs, a fan, or a "white noise" machine to cover up the sounds. Follow a routine to help you relax before sleep. Read a book, listen to music, or take a bath. Avoid using your bed for anything other than sleep or sex. If you can't fall asleep and don't feel drowsy, get up and read or do something that is not overly stimulating until you feel sleepy. If you find yourself lying awake worrying about things, try making a to-do list before you go to bed. This may help you to not focus on those worries overnight.