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Question: Who can get infected with vulvar vestibulitis?
Answer: Doctors don't know, but some studies show it may be linked to the following: Human papillomavirus ( HPV) Yeast infections Bacterial infections Changes in the acidity of the vagina Detergents and soaps Spermicides and lubricants Menopause Stress Any woman can get vulvar vestibulitis. It doesn't matter if you've had sex or not or how old you are. Your risk may be higher if you have interstitial cystitis (painful bladder syndrome), endometriosis, or problems with the muscles that support their bladder, uterus, vagina, or rectum. Doctors aren't sure which comes first -- those conditions or vulvar vestibulitius.
Question: What will my dentist recommend if my child loses a baby tooth too soon?
Answer: A space maintainer is a plastic or metal device that holds open the space left by the missing tooth. Your dentist will remove it once the permanent teeth begin to erupt.
Question: How can I help my older kid to stop thumb sucking?
Answer: To help older children break the habit, you should try to determine why your child is doing it: Find out what stresses your child faces and try to correct the situation. Once the problem is gone, your child often finds it is easier to give up sucking. If this doesn't work, there are dental appliances your child can wear in the mouth to prevent sucking. These appliances are cemented to the upper teeth, sit on the roof of the mouth, and make thumb sucking harder and less pleasurable.
Question: Why does a child lose their baby teeth too soon?
Answer: Premature loss of a child's baby teeth typically occurs from tooth decay, injury, or lack of jaw space.
Question: How can thumb sucking cause dental problems?
Answer: But if thumb sucking continues beyond the age of 5, when the permanent teeth begin to come in, dental problems can occur. Depending on the frequency, intensity, and duration of the sucking, the teeth can be pushed out of alignment, causing them to protrude and create an overbite. Your child may also have difficulty with the correct pronunciation of words. In addition, the upper and lower jaws can become misaligned and the roof of the mouth might become malformed.
Question: When should I consult a speech specialist about my child's tounge thrusting?
Answer: If you notice symptoms of tongue thrusting, consult a speech pathologist. This person can develop a treatment plan that helps your child to increase the strength of the chewing muscles and develop a new swallowing pattern.
Question: How can lip sucking be a problem for my child?
Answer: Just like thumb sucking, tongue thrusting exerts pressure against the front teeth, pushing them out of alignment, which causes them to protrude, creating an overbite, and possibly interfering with proper speech development.
Question: What happens if baby bottle tooth decay is left untreated?
Answer: If left untreated, decayed teeth can cause pain and make it difficult to chew and eat. Also, baby teeth serve as "space savers" for adult teeth. If baby teeth are damaged or destroyed, they can't help guide permanent teeth into their proper position, possibly resulting in crowded or crooked permanent teeth.
Question: How do I prevent baby bottle tooth decay?
Answer: Some tips to prevent baby bottle tooth decay include: During the day, to calm or comfort your baby, don't give a bottle filled with sugary drinks or milk; instead, give plain water or a pacifier. Never dip your baby's pacifier in sugar, honey, or any sugary liquid. Give a small amount of plain water or use a pacifier instead. If your baby is nursing at night, make sure you remove your breast from your baby's mouth when she falls asleep.
Question: How can I help my kid stop thumb sucking?
Answer: Children must make the decision on their own to stop sucking their thumb or fingers before the habit will cease. To help toward this goal, parents and family members can offer encouragement and positive reinforcement. Because thumb sucking is a security mechanism, negative reinforcement (such as scolding, nagging, or punishments) are generally ineffective; they make children defensive and drive them back to the habit. Instead, give praise or rewards for time successfully avoiding the habit. For children who want to stop, cover the finger or thumb with a band-aid as a reminder.
Question: Can acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) help with Peyronie's disease?
Answer: This condition causes the penis to curve abnormally. In one study, men who took daily ALC for 3 months had less pain and curving of the penis. The problem also progressed less in the men taking ALC.
Question: Can acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) help with Alzheimer's disease?
Answer: People have tried to treat many health problems using ALC, including: Alzheimer's disease.
Question: How can you get carnitine naturally from foods?
Answer: Animal-based foods are good sources of carnitine, including: Beef, 4 oz cooked - 56-162 mg Chicken, 4 oz cooked - 3-5 mg Milk, 1 cup whole - 8 mg Cheese, 2 oz cheddar - 2 mg Side effects.
Question: Can acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) help with fragile X syndrome?
Answer: ALC has been used to affect certain behaviors in boys with fragile X, such as their social skills and hyperactivity, but research is mixed as to whether it really helps or not.
Question: Can acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) help with alcoholism?
Answer: ALC may help reduce cravings in people who are alcoholic.
Question: Can acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) help with nerve problems?
Answer: Research has linked ALC with less pain or less intense pain in people with pain from sciatica.
Question: Can acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) help with high blood sugar?
Answer: Research shows that people with prediabetes had some improvement in their blood sugar levels after taking ALC for 2 months.
Question: What are the risks of taking acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC)?
Answer: People taking carnitine have reported a number of side effects, including: Diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, and vomiting Headaches Trouble sleeping Higher blood pressure Lower blood sugar and higher triglycerides (in people with diabetes) Psychosis (in people with bipolar disorder) Risks.
Question: Can acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) help with depression?
Answer: Research found that ALC treatment reduced symptoms of depression in older people. It also improved dysthymia, a milder form of depression, about as well as a common medication.
Question: What is acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC)?
Answer: Carnitine helps your cells produce energy. Acetyl- L-carnitine ( ALC) is a form of carnitine that's available as a supplement.
Question: Can acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) help with male infertility?
Answer: Men taking ALC in some studies had better sperm movement.
Question: How can acetyl-l-carnitine (ALC) interact with other drugs?
Answer: Check with your doctor first if you're taking blood-thinning drugs. Carnitine may increase the effects of or have other interactions with many drugs. It may also interact with a number of herbs and supplements. Avoid using this supplement with D- or DL-carnitine.
Question: Can you get selenium naturally from foods?
Answer: Good natural food sources of selenium include: Nuts, like Brazil nuts and walnuts Many fresh and saltwater fish, like tuna, cod, red snapper, and herring Beef and poultry Grains Whole foods are the best sources of selenium. The mineral may be destroyed during processing.
Question: What are the risks of taking selenium?
Answer: Group Recommended Dietary Allowance Children 1-3 20 micrograms/day Children 4-8 30 micrograms/day Children 9-13 40 micrograms/day Adults and children 14 and up 55 micrograms/day Pregnant women 60 micrograms/day Breastfeeding women 70 micrograms/day Selenium content of food is largely dependent on location and soil conditions, which vary widely. Side effects. Taken at normal doses, selenium does not usually have side effects. An overdose of selenium may cause bad breath, fever, and nausea, as well as liver, kidney and heart problems and other symptoms. At high enough levels, selenium could cause death. Interactions. Selenium may also interact with other medicines and supplements, such as some antacids, chemotherapy drugs, corticosteroids, niacin, cholesterol-lowering statin drugs, and birth control pills. Skin cancer. Selenium supplements may be associated with a risk of skin cancer (squamous cell carcinoma), so people at high risk of skin cancer should not take these supplements.
Question: Are women at higher risk for major depression?
Answer: Almost twice as many women as men have major or clinical depression; hormonal changes during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, miscarriage, and menopause, may increase the risk. Other factors that boost the risk of clinical depression in women who are biologically vulnerable to it include increased stress at home or at work, balancing family life with career, and caring for an aging parent. Raising a child alone will also increase the risk.
Question: Can major depression run in the family?
Answer: Major depression can sometimes occur from one generation to the next in families, but often it may affect people with no family history of the illness.
Question: What are common triggers of major depression (clinical depression)?
Answer: Some common triggers or causes of major depression include: Loss of a loved one through death, divorce, or separation Social isolation or feelings of being deprived Major life changes -- moving, graduation, job change, retirement Personal conflicts in relationships, either with a significant other or a superior Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse A health professional -- such as your primary care doctor or a psychiatrist -- will perform a thorough medical evaluation.
Question: How common is major depression among adults in the U.S.?
Answer: Those symptoms might include: Fatigue or loss of energy almost every day Feelings of worthlessness or guilt almost every day Impaired concentration, indecisiveness Insomnia or hypersomnia (excessive sleeping) almost every day Markedly diminished interest or pleasure in almost all activities nearly every day (called anhedonia, this symptom can be indicated by reports from significant others) Restlessness or feeling slowed down Recurring thoughts of death or suicide Significant weight loss or gain (a change of more than 5% of body weight in a month) Major depression affects about 6.7% of the U. S. population over age 18, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Overall, between 20% and 25% of adults may suffer an episode of major depression at some point during their lifetime.
Question: If I've had an episode of major depression, can I prevent another one?
Answer: Once you have had an episode of major depression, you are at high risk of having another. The best way to prevent another episode of depression is to be aware of the triggers or causes of major depression (see above) and to continue taking the prescribed medication to avoid relapse. It is also important to know what the symptoms of major depression are and to talk with your doctor early if you have any of these symptoms.
Question: If you have cockroach allergy, what are you allergic to?
Answer: Up to 60% of people with asthma who live in cities are allergic to cockroaches.
Question: What are the symptoms of cockroach allergy?
Answer: Chronic stuffy nose Frequent ear and sinus infections Itchy eyes and nose A cough that doesn't go away Shortness of breath Wheezing Chest tightness Cockroach allergy can also cause rashes.
Question: Where is cockroach allergy most common?
Answer: Due to the warmer climate, cockroach allergy is especially common in the South, particularly in low-income families. But cockroaches can invade anyone's home.
Question: How are cockroach allergies treated?
Answer: If you are allergic to cockroaches, over-the-counter antihistamines and nasal corticosteroid sprays, or prescription allergy medication will help symptoms. If you have asthma, your doctor may prescribe other pills and an inhaler. Allergy shots may also help ease your symptoms. You'll get a series of shots over several years.
Question: How can I prevent cockroaches from coming in my house?
Answer: Due to the warmer climate, cockroach allergy is especially common in the South, particularly in low-income families. But cockroaches can invade anyone's home. Keep your kitchen and dining room clean. Keep a lid on your kitchen trash. Don't leave your pet's food out in a bowl. Reduce clutter. They may eat paper, too. Boric acid may help. Make sure to keep baits away from children or pets.
Question: Who may be on your treatment team for heart failure?
Answer: Your group may include: Doctors Nurses Dietitians Exercise experts Physical and occupational therapists Mental health specialists How long your program will last depends on your needs.
Question: Do I need emotional support for my heart failure?
Answer: Support: Depression and anxiety are common for people with heart disease. Emotional and psychological support is an important part of your treatment and recovery. Your team may include a mental health specialist, or your team may refer you to support groups or classes.
Question: Can zinc nasal sprays cause loss of sense of smell?
Answer: Researchers say zinc nasal sprays cause animals to lose their sense of smell. There have been several reports of people having decreased sense of smell or completely losing it. Because of this risk, the FDA issued a warning to stop using several nasal sprays that contain zinc.
Question: What is zinc?
Answer: It has proven to be helpful for reducing the number of upper respiratory infections in children and can reduce the duration of colds in adults: Zinc is an essential mineral that's found in almost every cell, and it helps your body resist infection. It also plays an important part in tissue repair. And it may lower the ability of cold viruses to grow on or bind to the lining of your nose.
Question: Where can I find zinc?
Answer: You can buy zinc as supplement, but it's also found naturally in a number of foods, like: Shellfish Beef and other red meats Nuts and seeds Beans Milk and cheese Tea, coffee, and some medicines interfere with the way zinc is absorbed in your intestines.
Question: Can zinc help cure a cold?
Answer: Recent studies support zinc's role as a cold buster. It has proven to be helpful for reducing the number of upper respiratory infections in children and can reduce the duration of colds in adults: Zinc is an essential mineral that's found in almost every cell, and it helps your body resist infection.
Question: Does zinc work as a cold remedy?
Answer: One analysis reviewed 15 earlier studies and found that taking zinc through the first few days of a cold, either as a syrup or lozenge, may shorten how long you're sick. It also appeared to prevent colds in people who used it over the course of about 5 months. But in other studies, researchers found no differences in symptoms between those who took zinc and those who took a "dummy" pill.
Question: How are retinoids used to treat psoriasis?
Answer: Retinoids, like tazarotene ( Tazorac), can help speed up the growth and shedding of skin cells. These foams, gels, or creams are made with vitamin A and come in different strengths. Typically, you put a small dab on the inflamed area and rub it in before bed.. Doctors usually don't recommend these for women who are pregnant or might get pregnant.
Question: How is coal tar used to treat psoriasis?
Answer: It also comes in many different forms, including shampoo to treat scalp psoriasis. The weaker products are available OTC. But coal tar doesn't smell good, and it can irritate your skin and stain your clothes. And you'll need to follow the directions carefully. Some studies show that chemicals in coal tar can lead to cancer but only at very high doses. It's safe to use these products if you follow your doctor's instructions. Steroids (corticosteroids) help with inflammation and slow the growth of skin cells so they don't build up. They come in different strengths.
Question: How are corticosteroids used to treat psoriasis?
Answer: Steroids (corticosteroids) help with inflammation and slow the growth of skin cells so they don't build up. They come in different strengths. Weaker formulas may work for sensitive areas like your face or neck or skin-fold areas like your groin or armpit. You may need stronger ones for tough-to-treat places like your elbows and knees. Steroids sometimes work better when they're used along with other medications. Your doctor probably will recommend that you use these twice a day. She may suggest that you wrap the area with tape or plastic after you treat it. This is called occlusion. It can help some treatments work better, but it may also make side effects stronger.
Question: When should I switch my treatment for psoriasis?
Answer: So over time, your doctor may suggest that you switch to different types of creams. You may also use them along with other kinds of treatments, like phototherapy or medications you take by mouth or with shots. And don't be surprised if something that was working stops -- or something that's never helped before starts to do some good. Let your doctor know what makes a difference and what doesn't. Together, you can find the treatment that's right for you.
Question: How are Elidel, Protopic, and Eucrisa used to treat psoriasis?
Answer: Pimecrolimus ( Elidel) and tacrolimus ( Protopic) can also help with inflammation. Your doctor may call these drugs calcineurin inhibitors. They're sometimes used to treat psoriasis when other medications don't work. Be sure to read the FDA warning on the label. There may be a link between calcineurin inhibitors and lymphoma (cancer of the lymphatic system) and skin cancer.
Question: How are moisturizers and lotions used to treat psoriasis?
Answer: Moisturizers and emollients you buy without a prescription can help control flare-ups. In general, thick, greasy lotions, creams, and ointments that trap moisture in your skin work best.
Question: How is anthralin used to treat psoriasis?
Answer: Anthralin slows the growth of skin cells and eases inflammation. It doesn't have any serious side effects, but it can irritate your skin and stain clothes, sheets, and skin. It's often used with other medications.
Question: What do you need to know before using topical treatments for psoriasis?
Answer: Before using topical treatments, make sure you understand the directions and the side effects they can cause. And stick with your treatment plan once you start. If you don't use your medication regularly, your psoriasis could get worse.
Question: How does pimecrolimus (Elidel), tacrolimus (Protopic), and crisaborole (Eucrisa) treat psoriasis?
Answer: Pimecrolimus ( Elidel) and tacrolimus ( Protopic) can also help with inflammation. Your doctor may call these drugs calcineurin inhibitors. They're sometimes used to treat psoriasis when other medications don't work. Be sure to read the FDA warning on the label.
Question: How does anthralin treat psoriasis?
Answer: Anthralin slows the growth of skin cells and eases inflammation. It doesn't have any serious side effects, but it can irritate your skin and stain clothes, sheets, and skin. It's often used with other medications.
Question: Can topical treatments help psoriasis?
Answer: These are called topical treatments -- meaning you put them directly on your skin or scalp. You can get some over the counter ( OTC) at the drug store, but you'll need a prescription for others. It may take time to find what works best for you. These ointments, gels, creams, lotions, foams, and solutions make your skin cells grow more slowly. Together, you can find the treatment that's right for you.
Question: What are the side effects of psoriasis medication?
Answer: Steroids sometimes work better when they're used along with other medications. The side effects include: Thin skin Changes in skin color Bruising Stretch marks Broken blood vessels Make sure you follow your doctor's directions. Using steroids too often has been linked to serious health problems, including certain kinds of cancer.
Question: What are the side effects of using steroids (corticosteroids) for treating psoriasis?
Answer: Steroids sometimes work better when they're used along with other medications. The side effects include: Thin skin Changes in skin color Bruising Stretch marks Broken blood vessels Make sure you follow your doctor's directions. Using steroids too often has been linked to serious health problems, including certain kinds of cancer.
Question: How does vitamin D treat psoriasis?
Answer: Over the long-term, they may be safer for you than steroids, but they can irritate your skin. Your doctor will probably suggest you use small amounts twice a day. Be careful not to get it on your healthy skin. Vitamin D analogues include: Calcipotriene ( Calcitrene, Dovonex, Sorilux) Calcitriol ( Rocaltrol and Vectical) Tacalcitol ( Bonalfa and Curatoderm) Your doctor also may recommend that you use vitamin D along with a steroid.
Question: What are symptoms of a heart attack?
Answer: Get emergency medical help right away if you have warning signs of a stroke, including: Trouble speaking Weakness in your arm or leg Drooping of your face on one side Loss of balance Also get medical help right away if you have symptoms of a heart attack: Pressure, squeezing, or pain in your chest Pain in your upper back or neck Pain that radiates down the arms Nausea, vomiting Shortness of breath Fatigue
Question: How big can xanthomas be?
Answer: Sometimes these growths can also form on your: Hands Elbows Knees Feet Buttocks Some xanthomas may be very small. Others may grow as large as 3 inches. Smaller bumps can join together to form larger growths. They don't necessarily cause pain, but it depends on their location.
Question: Can xanthomas cause Achilles tendinitis?
Answer: Achilles Tendinitis When xanthomas form in your Achilles tendon, they can cause Achilles tendonitis -- pain, stiffness, and swelling in the back of the heel.
Question: When should you get emergency help about warning signs of a stroke?
Answer: Get emergency medical help right away if you have warning signs of a stroke, including: Trouble speaking Weakness in your arm or leg Drooping of your face on one side Loss of balance Also get medical help right away if you have symptoms of a heart attack: Pressure, squeezing, or pain in your chest Pain in your upper back or neck Pain that radiates down the arms Nausea, vomiting Shortness of breath Fatigue
Question: What is corneal arcus?
Answer: Corneal Arcus It's a condition you get when cholesterol forms deposits around the outside of your cornea -- the clear cover over the front of your eye. It looks like a white or gray ring around the iris -- the colored part of your eye. It won't affect your vision.
Question: Do you always have symptoms if you have heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH)?
Answer: But if you've got He FH, you can have an LDL level as high as 250 mg/d L. Besides high cholesterol, watch out for these other symptoms of heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia: Xanthomas These are bumps under your skin that form when extra cholesterol in your blood clumps together. Cholesterol can build up in your arteries -- the blood vessels that carry oxygen from your heart to the rest of your body. If you don't take steps to lower your cholesterol -- and you have other risks like smoking and high blood pressure -- you can develop heart disease.
Question: What should you ask your doctor if you've tested positive for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)?
Answer: HIV/ AIDS questions for people who think they may have been exposed to HIV: Should I have an HIV test? HIV/ AIDS questions for people who test positive for HIV: What does it mean to have HIV? What treatment can I get for my HIV infection, and where should I get it? How much experience do you have treating people with HIV infection? What side effects can I expect from anti- HIV treatment? How can you help me deal with these side effects? How often do I need to come in after I start treatment? What can I do to improve my immune system? Will better nutrition help? How can I keep from passing my HIV infection to others? Who can help me deal with my feelings?