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Question: What is the paleo autoimmune protocol?
Answer: Paleo "friendly" foods include: Eggs Fermented vegetables and fruits Fish and seafood Fruits and veggies (most of your plate should be plant-based) Grass-fed meat (including organ meat) Nuts and seeds Paleo "unfriendly" foods include: Dairy products Grains (including corn, wheat, pasta) Refined and processed foods (like sugar, soda, pizza, packaged foods) Legumes (like beans and lentils) Vegetable oils One large study showed that a " Western" diet heavy on red and processed meat, refined grains, fried foods, and sugars raised the risk of getting RA. People who ate a diet filled with fruits, veggies, and lean proteins were less likely to have it. But the AIP takes Paleo a step further. It works on the theory that certain foods can bother your gut and cause inflammation (swelling), which also happens with autoimmune diseases like RA. With AIP, you follow the Paleo diet. But you also stop eating the following for a while: Alcohol Eggs Fruit juices and many sweeteners Nightshade veggies (tomatoes, eggplant, potatoes, peppers, tomatillos, etc.) Nuts Seed-based spices (fennel, dill, sesame seeds, and others) Seeds (including cocoa and coffee) If you start feeling better after 3 or 4 weeks, you bring back these foods one at a time. Watch for a reaction for a few days before adding another one to your diet. Stop eating the food if: Your RA comes back or gets worse Your stomach hurts or you have bowel changes, heartburn, or other intestinal distress You're low energy or tired You have headaches or dizziness You have a runny nose You notice skin changes (rashes, acne, etc.)
Question: What are key antioxidants for rheumatoid arthritis and where can you find them?
Answer: These are the key antioxidants and where you can find them: Vitamin A:green leafy veggies, chicken, turkey, carrots, pumpkin, sweet potatoes Vitamin C:citrus fruits, plums, Brussels sprouts, red peppers Vitamin E:peanut butter, sunflower seeds and oil, avocados, milk, whole grains Selenium: Brazil nuts, cottage cheese, tuna, beef RA can break down cartilage.
Question: What are paleo "friendly" foods?
Answer: Paleo "friendly" foods include: Eggs Fermented vegetables and fruits Fish and seafood Fruits and veggies (most of your plate should be plant-based) Grass-fed meat (including organ meat) Nuts and seeds Paleo "unfriendly" foods include: Dairy products Grains (including corn, wheat, pasta) Refined and processed foods (like sugar, soda, pizza, packaged foods) Legumes (like beans and lentils) Vegetable oils One large study showed that a " Western" diet heavy on red and processed meat, refined grains, fried foods, and sugars raised the risk of getting RA.
Question: What else matters in a paleo autoimmune protocol for rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: AIP isn't just about food. Your lifestyle choices also matter. Getting the sleep you need, managing stress, exercising, and staying socially active are all important.
Question: What other diets can help with rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: A Mediterranean-style diet may help with your RA because it also fights inflammation. You mainly eat foods from that region such as fish, poultry, unsaturated fats like olive oil, fruits, veggies, and whole grains. Omega-3 fatty acid, mostly found in fish but also in walnuts and green leafy vegetables, can ease inflammation and make swollen painful joints feel better. Adding olive oil to foods rich in omega 3's may be even more helpful, according to some studies. Antioxidant vitamins found mainly in fruits, veggies, and some nuts also may prevent tissue damage.
Question: What nutrients can help with rheumatoid arthritis and where can you get it?
Answer: Could eating like a caveman help with your rheumatoid arthritis? The idea is to flood your body with nutrient-rich foods and stay away from ones that might make your condition worse. Certain nutrients can help repair and protect it: Vitamin B5:potatoes, beans, bananas, turkey, fish, and liver Vitamin B6:chickpeas, chicken, pork, trout, sunflower seeds, spinach, tomatoes Copper: oysters, squid, and other seafood; beef liver; cashews and other nuts; soybeans; lentils; cocoa Zinc: lobster, chicken, beans, raisins, chickpeas, yogurt, cheese Some chemicals found in plants called flavonoids may help make your joints feel better.
Question: How does exercise help osteoarthritis?
Answer: Exercise is important to improve joint movement and to strengthen the muscles that surround the joints. Gentle exercises, such as swimming or walking on flat surfaces, are recommended, because they are less stressful on your joints. Avoid activities that increase joint pain, such as jogging or high impact aerobics.
Question: Do you need surgery for osteoarthritis?
Answer: When osteoarthritis pain is not controlled with other treatments, or when the pain prevents you from participating in your normal activities, you may want to consider surgery.
Question: How can devices help with osteoarthritis?
Answer: Supportive or assistive devices can help to decrease pressure on the joints with osteoarthritis. Knee supports may be helpful for some people to stabilize the ligaments and tendons and decrease pain. Canes or crutches may be helpful to take pressure off certain joints. In addition to pain relief, assistive devices improve function and prevent falls. A licensed physical therapist or other health care professional is needed to recommend what devices are best for you. There are also many available devices to help you perform routine daily activities that may be difficult, such as housework or cooking. Ask your doctor about talking to an occupational therapist to give you ideas about which devices may help.
Question: What are symptoms of osteoarthritis?
Answer: Symptoms of osteoarthritis most often develop gradually and include: Joint aching and soreness, especially with movement Pain after overuse or after long periods of inactivity Stiffness after periods of rest Bony enlargements in the middle and end joints of the fingers (which may or may not be painful) Joint swelling There are several factors that increase a person's chances of developing osteoarthritis.
Question: Can supplements help osteoarthritis?
Answer: While recent research has questioned their usefulness, some medical research has shown that the supplements glucosamine and chondroitin may relieve pain in some people with osteoarthritis, especially in the knee. There is no evidence that glucosamine can help rebuild cartilage. SAMe is another supplement with potential benefits for osteoarthritis. In fact, some research has shown it may be as effective an anti-inflammatory drugs. Remember to always let your doctor know about any supplements you're taking, because they can have side effects and interact with medications.
Question: What medications treat osteoarthritis?
Answer: The first step with medication is often over-the-counter pain relievers as needed. If over-the-counter treatments aren't effective, your doctor may decide to prescribe a stronger anti-inflammatory drug or other medication to help ease the pain. Some medications in the form of creams, rubs, or sprays may be applied over the skin of affected areas to relieve pain. For some people with persistent pain despite these pills or creams, steroids can be injected directly into the joint. Injections of hyaluronic acid directly into the knee joint can relieve pain in some people with osteoarthritis. Unfortunately, none of these will reverse or slow the progression of joint damage caused by osteoarthritis.
Question: What type of surgery do you get for osteoarthritis?
Answer: They include: Arthroscopy to clean out the damaged cartilage or repair tissues. Recent evidence has questioned its effectiveness for osteoarthritis. Joint replacement surgery to replace the damaged joint with an artificial one. The two joints most often replaced are the hip and the knee. Joint fusion to remove the damaged joint and fuse the two bones on each side of the joint.
Question: How do you treat osteoarthritis?
Answer: Osteoarthritis usually is treated by a combination of treatments, including exercise, weight loss if needed, medications, physical therapy with muscle strengthening exercises, hot and cold compresses to the painful joint, removal of joint fluid, injection of medications into the joint, and use of supportive devices such as crutches or canes. Surgery may be helpful to relieve pain when other treatment options have not been effective. The type of treatment will depend on several factors, including your age, activities and occupation, overall health, medical history, location of your osteoarthritis, and severity of the condition. Acupuncture has also been shown to provide significant and immediate pain relief in some people with osteoarthritis.
Question: How is osteoarthritis diagnosed?
Answer: The diagnosis of osteoarthritis is based on a combination of the following factors: Your description of symptoms The location and pattern of pain Physical exam X-rays Your doctor may use X-rays to help confirm the diagnosis and make sure you don't have another type of arthritis. Sometimes, blood tests will be performed to determine if you have a different type of arthritis. If fluid has accumulated in the joints, your doctor may remove some of the fluid (called joint aspiration) for examination under a microscope to rule out other diseases.
Question: If you have eczema, why is it important to shower after you exercise?
Answer: You want to get sweat, chlorine, and other irritants off your body as soon as possible. Just remember to: Keep showers and baths short, and use lukewarm, not hot, water Use a gentle, hydrating, nonfragranced cleanser, not soap Pat your skin dry with a soft towel Put on your usual lotion and any prescription treatments you have No matter how careful you are, your eczema may flare up sometimes.
Question: How can you guard against sweat as you work out when you have eczema?
Answer: The salt and acidity in perspiration can dry out your skin and make it sting. You can take steps to minimize it. Wipe off sweat as you work out. Always keep a towel with you. But don't use your shirt! If you do, all that sweat will still be touching your skin. When you work out indoors, use a fan. It helps sweat evaporate.
Question: How can wearing the right clothing as you exercise help when you have eczema?
Answer: Your workout gear needs to be light and breathable so sweat can evaporate off your body, and loose so it lets out heat and doesn't rub against your skin.
Question: How can you keep cool during a workout when you have eczema?
Answer: When you exercise, your body heats up, and heat can make your eczema worse. Split up your workouts. Stop and give your body a chance to cool down. Then start again. Drink lots of water. Always have a bottle handy. Some have a mister that allows you to spray your skin, too. Don't overdo it. If it's hot out, stay in an air-conditioned spot indoors. Stick to less strenuous workouts and do it before 11 a.m. or after 5 when it's cooler. But take some precautions. Not all of these tips will apply to you.
Question: What precautions should you take if you swim when you have eczema?
Answer: In general, swimming is good exercise if you have eczema. Slather on lotion before you swim. It will help act as a barrier to prevent dryness. Follow with a sunscreen if you're outside. Before you spend an hour in a new pool, take a quick dip and see how your skin does. Some people have a bad reaction to chlorine and other pool chemicals. Swim in clean pools. You're less likely to have a flare-up if the water's p H levels are neutral.
Question: How do SSRIs help with depression?
Answer: This process of replacing the neurotransmitter is called âreuptake.â If you're struggling with depression, the areas of your brain that regulate mood and send messages using serotonin might not function properly. SSRIs help make more serotonin available by blocking the reuptake process. This allows serotonin to build up between neurons so messages can be sent correctly. They're called âselectiveâ serotonin reuptake inhibitors because they specifically target serotonin.
Question: Are SSRIs safe?
Answer: Although it's rare, if too much serotonin accumulates in your system, you can develop a condition called serotonin syndrome. This happens most often if two different medications that increase serotonin are combined. SSRIs can also have dangerous interactions with some medicines, both prescription and over-the-counter, including herbs and supplements. Before starting on an SSRI, make sure to tell your doctor all the different kinds of medications and supplements you're taking.
Question: How long do SSRIs take to work?
Answer: Everyone is different when it comes to seeing improvements on SSRIs. But people typically start noticing positive changes after about 4 to 6 weeks of treatment. It can take several months to feel the full effect of the medication. But if you're not feeling any improvements after about 6 to 8 weeks, talk to your doctor about trying another treatment or adjusting your dosage.
Question: Do all SSRIs have the same side effects?
Answer: Since all SSRIs work in a similar way, the side effects tend to be similar no matter what kind you take. But each SSRI has a different chemical makeup, so it's possible that if you're having side effects from one, you may not experience as many or any at all if you switch to another.
Question: What are SSRIs?
Answer: They're called âselectiveâ serotonin reuptake inhibitors because they specifically target serotonin. Before starting on an SSRI, make sure to tell your doctor all the different kinds of medications and supplements you're taking.
Question: How do you treat external genital warts?
Answer: For external warts, these treatments include: Creams, gels, and ointments Cryotherapy (freezing off the warts) Surgery Acid solutions Which treatment your doctor recommends depends on things like how many warts you have, where they are, how big they are, and your own treatment preference. Options for gels, creams, and ointments are imiquimod cream, podofilox gel, and sinecatechins ointment.
Question: When is it best to use creams or ointments to treat genital warts?
Answer: If the warts are in a moist area, or in a spot where skin rubs together, talk to your doctor before using a topical medicine. If you're pregnant, you should avoid these medications.
Question: What are treatments for internal genital warts?
Answer: If you have vaginal or cervical warts, the recommended treatments are: Cryotherapy or liquid nitrogen Surgical removal Acid solution If you have warts in your urethra (the tube that carries urine from the kidneys to your bladder), your best treatment options are cryotherapy or surgical removal.
Question: What is cryotherapy and how can it treat genital warts?
Answer: Your doctor can also freeze the warts off using liquid nitrogen and a cotton-tipped applicator or a special device called a cryoprobe. The cold is applied for 10-20 seconds. If you have a lot of warts, or if they're large, your doctor may numb the area first with a local anesthetic.
Question: Can you get surgery to treat genital warts?
Answer: This can get rid of all your warts in a single visit. After giving you a local anesthetic, your doctor can remove your warts using different methods. These include: Cutting them off with scissors Shaving them off with a sharp blade (this is called shave excision) Using a laser to remove them (curettage laser) Burning them off using electrocautery, a process that uses a low-voltage electrical probe In most cases, you won't need stitches after surgery.
Question: What are the creams, gels, and ointments that can be used to treat genital warts?
Answer: Options for gels, creams, and ointments are imiquimod cream, podofilox gel, and sinecatechins ointment. Imiquimod is a cream you apply yourself to external warts to boost your immune system. You apply imiquimod 5% cream at bedtime, 3 times a week for 16 weeks. You apply imiquimod 3.75% cream every night. With either strength, you should wash the treated area with soap and water 6 to 10 hours after you put it on. You should also avoid sex while imiquimod is on your skin because it can weaken condoms and diaphragms. Podofilox and podophyllin resin are gels designed to kill the warts. After they are applied to the external wart, the area needs to air dry before coming in contact with clothing. Podofilox isn't recommended for warts on the cervix, vagina, or anal canal. It's also not meant for larger areas. If you use too much or don't let it air dry, you could spread the gel to other areas and cause irritation to skin areas. Sinecatechins ointment is made from green tea extract. Sinecatechins 15% ointment is applied to warts 3 times a day for up to 16 weeks. You should avoid all sexual contact while the ointment is on your skin.
Question: What happens if I don't get treated for genital warts?
Answer: Genital warts may go away on their own or stay the same. If you're not treated, you could also get more or larger genital warts.
Question: What are side effects for treatments of genital warts?
Answer: They're rare. They can include discoloring of the skin or scarring, especially if you haven't had enough time to heal between treatments. Rarer still is severe, chronic pain. If you have anal warts, having a bowel movement might become painful. You could also get a condition called a fistula that requires surgery.
Question: How can acid solutions treat genital warts?
Answer: You should also avoid sex while imiquimod is on your skin because it can weaken condoms and diaphragms. If you use too much or don't let it air dry, you could spread the gel to other areas and cause irritation to skin areas. If you have vaginal or cervical warts, the recommended treatments are: Cryotherapy or liquid nitrogen Surgical removal Acid solution If you have warts in your urethra (the tube that carries urine from the kidneys to your bladder), your best treatment options are cryotherapy or surgical removal.
Question: How can irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) cause depression and anxiety?
Answer: Depression and anxiety: It's common for people who have IBS to feel like they're losing control over their lives. If your symptoms are bad, you may find yourself always trying to map out the nearest bathroom. Because there's a link between your brain and gut, this kind of stress can make your IBS worse. The pain and the awkward symptoms you're dealing with can affect your mood. It may help to talk to a counselor about what's going on with you.
Question: How can irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affect your quality of life?
Answer: Also, you may have diarrhea for a time and then be constipated. Not being able to predict how you'll feel can make it hard to go about your daily life. You also probably need to see your doctor often and are likely to miss more work than other people. It may be harder to focus when you're at your job. Managing stress, for example through exercise or meditation, can help.
Question: How can irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) cause pregnancy complications?
Answer: Pregnancy complications: Hormone changes and the physical pressure a baby puts on the bowel wall can cause digestive issues. Many women also choose to stop any IBS drugs they're taking. This can be better for the baby.
Question: How can irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) cause impacted bowel?
Answer: Here are some of the health issues it can cause: Impacted bowel: If you're constipated for a long time, stool can get blocked in your colon. Sometimes it can get so hard that you can't push it out. This is known as a fecal impaction. It can hurt and cause things like headache, nausea, and vomiting. It happens most often with older adults. See your doctor right away if you have signs this may be happening.
Question: Can I take NSAIDs if I'm being treated for high blood pressure?
Answer: NSAIDs can raise blood pressure in some people. Some people with high blood pressure may have to stop taking NSAIDs if their blood pressure goes up even though they regularly take their blood pressure medications.
Question: What are NSAIDs?
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Question: Do NSAIDs all work the same way?
Answer: Some NSAIDs also may be more convenient, since you only need to take them once or twice a day. But you and your doctor can lower your risk of having side effects from NSAIDs.
Question: Can finding the source of stress and getting support help manage it?
Answer: Find the source of your stress: Once you know what's causing your discomfort, you can take steps to deal with it. So identify the stress you have at work, at home, and in your relationships. Get support: Spending time with people who care about you is a key buffer. You can confide in each other or do things that are fun.
Question: What are common signs of stress?
Answer: Stress can show up in different ways. Some common signs, besides sleep loss, include depression, tension, anxiety, and poor focus. You might feel physical signs, too, like headaches, upset stomach, fatigue, appetite loss, and chest, neck, or back pain.
Question: Can improving your sleep help manage stress?
Answer: Start asking others for help, and find ways to free up more of your time. Take steps to improve your sleep: Set a regular bedtime and waking-up time, and stick to them. Before you go to bed, wind down with meditation or relaxation techniques. Just sitting quietly for a few minutes can make a difference. If your sleep problems persist, talk to a doctor. They can help you address your stress and help you figure out what's causing it.
Question: How can getting exercise help manage stress?
Answer: Get moving: Exercise eases stress by letting you blow off tension. Flexible muscles are also less likely to become tense when you're stressed. If you have a medical condition, are over age 45, or haven't been active for a while, it's best to check with your doctor before starting an exercise routine, so you know what's OK for you to do.
Question: How can eating better help manage stress?
Answer: Eat a better diet: You probably already know how smart it is to eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and less sugar, caffeine, and alcohol. When you make that shift, you'll have more energy to handle stress.
Question: How can lightening work loads help manage stress?
Answer: Controlling your stress can improve your rest. Start asking others for help, and find ways to free up more of your time.
Question: How can changing your thoughts help you manage stress?
Answer: One common mistake is to focus on the way things "should" be. Another mistake is to make broad statements based on one small fact. ( Example: " I'm failing at my job because I had one food splurge.â) Many books can teach you how to improve your self-talk. They can help you address your stress and help you figure out what's causing it.
Question: How are results from a sedimentation rate test measured?
Answer: Your sample will go to a lab. You should have the results in 1 or 2 hours. A lab technician will place your red blood cells into a tall, thin tube and check how far they fall in 1 hour. When you have inflammation in your body, abnormal proteins in your blood make red blood cells form into clumps. These clumps are heavy, so they fall to the bottom of the tube more quickly than single blood cells. The faster the blood cells sink, the more inflammation you have in your body.