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Question: Is an ICD different than a pacemaker?
Answer: Both are devices your doctor can implant under your skin to treat arrhythmias. But a pacemaker can usually only help your heart if it's beating too slowly. An ICD is actually bigger, and can have a pacemaker built into it.
Question: When can I go home after surgery to get an ICD?
Answer: You also won't be able to drive for at least a week after your procedure, so make sure you have a ride home from the hospital.
Question: How does an ICD work for heart failure?
Answer: It monitors your heartbeat, and if it detects an irregular rhythm, it can send can one of several types of pulses. During the procedure, your doctor will use X-ray images to guide wires into your veins and connect them to your heart.
Question: How long does an ICD last?
Answer: During the procedure, your doctor will use X-ray images to guide wires into your veins and connect them to your heart. You'll need to have a minor procedure to replace the battery when it is almost out of power.
Question: What are the symptoms that can occur with chronic pain?
Answer: The pain can feel like: A dull ache Throbbing Burning Shooting Squeezing Stinging Soreness Stiffness Sometimes pain is just one of many symptoms, which can also include: Feeling very tired or wiped out Not feeling hungry Trouble sleeping Mood changes Weakness A lack of energy Chronic pain can interfere with your daily life, keeping you from doing things you want and need to do.
Question: What makes you feel chronic pain?
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Question: What are the symptoms of chronic pain?
Answer: Some of the leading causes include: Past injuries or surgeries Back problems Migraines and other headaches Arthritis Nerve damage Infections Fibromyalgia, a condition in which people feel muscle pain throughout their bodies Chronic pain can range from mild to severe. It can continue day after day or come and go. The pain can feel like: A dull ache Throbbing Burning Shooting Squeezing Stinging Soreness Stiffness Sometimes pain is just one of many symptoms, which can also include: Feeling very tired or wiped out Not feeling hungry Trouble sleeping Mood changes Weakness A lack of energy Chronic pain can interfere with your daily life, keeping you from doing things you want and need to do.
Question: Which conditions cause chronic pain?
Answer: Sometimes chronic pain can begin without any obvious cause. But for many people, it starts after an injury or because of a health condition. Some of the leading causes include: Past injuries or surgeries Back problems Migraines and other headaches Arthritis Nerve damage Infections Fibromyalgia, a condition in which people feel muscle pain throughout their bodies Chronic pain can range from mild to severe.
Question: How should you get help for chronic pain?
Answer: But you and your doctor can work together to treat it. They can help you find relief so pain won't keep you from living your life. Some options include medicine, relaxation therapy, physical therapy, acupuncture, and lifestyle changes, such as getting enough sleep and not smoking.
Question: What should someone do if they have any doubts about the nutritional facts?
Answer: To know for sure what kind of sweetener a food product contains, check the Nutrition Facts label. In the Carbohydrate section, you can see how many carbohydrates the product has, and how much of these carbohydrates are in the form of sugar or sugar alcohol.
Question: What are the different types of sweeteners?
Answer: When you're comparing sweeteners, keep these things in mind: Sugars are naturally occurring carbohydrates. These include brown sugar, cane sugar, confectioners' sugar, fructose, honey, and molasses. They have calories and raise your blood glucose levels (the level of sugar in your blood). Reduced-calorie sweeteners are sugar alcohols. You might know these by names like isomalt, maltitol, mannitol, sorbitol, and xylitol. You'll often find them in sugar-free candy and gum. They have about half the calories of sugars and can raise your blood sugar levels, although not as much as other carbohydrates. Artificial sweeteners are considered "free foods." They were designed in a lab, have no calories, and do not raise your blood sugar levels.
Question: How can I know if I can eat a sweet if I have diabetes?
Answer: To know for sure what kind of sweetener a food product contains, check the Nutrition Facts label. In the Carbohydrate section, you can see how many carbohydrates the product has, and how much of these carbohydrates are in the form of sugar or sugar alcohol. For even more nutrition information, read the Ingredients list. It should show any added sweeteners, whether they are sugars, sugar alcohols, or artificial. By understanding more about artificial sweeteners and diabetes, you will be able to make better food choices as you balance sweetness with good blood sugar control.
Question: What are the symptoms of aspirin sensitivity?
Answer: Common examples include: Ibuprofen Naproxen When you take one of the drugs listed above, you might notice: Itchy rash or hives Bloodshot eyes Facial flushing Swelling in your mouth or throat Headache Stuffiness or runny nose Wheezing or shortness of breath Nausea Belly cramping This combination of problems might also be referred to as aspirin triad, and aspirin-sensitive asthma.
Question: What is aspirin sensitivity?
Answer: Others have what doctors call a non-allergic sensitivity to it. That means when they take the drug, they have symptoms -- sometimes dangerous ones -- but they don't have an allergy. People with this condition sometimes have problems with other similar meds for pain. About 3% to 5% of people with asthma have aspirin sensitivity.
Question: What lifestyle triggers cause back pain?
Answer: Back pain can be brought on by things you do -- or don't do -- in your day-to-day life, like: Slouching at your desk Lifting heavy objects Being overweight Not exercising Smoking Wearing high heels Don't underestimate the power of feelings to bring on pain.
Question: How many people does back pain affect?
Answer: This happens to many people older than 60. Less-common causes of back pain are: Kidney stones and infections Endometriosis, a buildup of uterine tissue outside the uterus) Osteomyelitis or discitis, infections in the bones and discs of the spine Fibromyalgia, a condition that causes widespread muscle pain Depending on the cause of your pain, your treatment could include lifestyle changes, medication, or possibly surgery.
Question: When should you call 911 about poison ivy, oak, or sumac allergies?
Answer: Trouble swallowing or breathing Swelling, especially near the eyes or on the face Wash with warm soap and water.
Question: How can you ease itching and discomfort from poison ivy, oak, or sumac allergies?
Answer: Apply cool compresses for 15 to 30 minutes at a time. Avoid topical antihistamines, anesthetics like benzocaine, and antibiotic ointments, all of which may make skin more sensitive. Have the person take oatmeal baths. Apply calamine lotion. If itchiness makes sleep difficult, give an oral antihistamine.
Question: What kinds of foods may have sulfites?
Answer: Examples of foods that may contain sulfites include: Baked goods Soup mixes Jams Canned vegetables Pickled foods Gravies Dried fruit Potato chips Trail mix Beer and wine Vegetable juices Sparkling grape juice Apple cider Bottled lemon juice and lime juice Tea Many condiments Molasses Fresh or frozen shrimp Guacamole Maraschino cherries Dehydrated, pre-cut, or peeled potatoes Ingredients with sulfite to look for on food labels include: Sulfur dioxide Potassium bisulfite or potassium metabisulfite Sodium bisulfite, sodium metabisulfite, or sodium sulfite
Question: Which ingredients with sulfite should you look out for on food labels?
Answer: Examples of foods that may contain sulfites include: Baked goods Soup mixes Jams Canned vegetables Pickled foods Gravies Dried fruit Potato chips Trail mix Beer and wine Vegetable juices Sparkling grape juice Apple cider Bottled lemon juice and lime juice Tea Many condiments Molasses Fresh or frozen shrimp Guacamole Maraschino cherries Dehydrated, pre-cut, or peeled potatoes Ingredients with sulfite to look for on food labels include: Sulfur dioxide Potassium bisulfite or potassium metabisulfite Sodium bisulfite, sodium metabisulfite, or sodium sulfite
Question: What happens during an electrophysiology (EP) study?
Answer: During the EP study, your doctor will safely reproduce your heart rhythm. Then, he may give you different medicines to see which controls it best. Sometimes, one of these studies is done before you get an implantable cardioverter/defibrillator ( ICD). It can help your doctor discover which device is best for you.
Question: What does an electrophysiology (EP) study do?
Answer: It can help find what's causing your irregular heartbeat. It also helps figure out the best treatment for you.
Question: What can I expect during the electrophysiology (EP) study?
Answer: Your nurses and doctor will want to know about any symptoms you are feeling. If your irregular heart rhythm starts up, your doctor may give you medications through your IV to see how well they control it. If necessary, a small amount of energy may be delivered by the patches on your chest to bring back a normal rhythm. Based on the information collected during the study, the doctor may continue with something called an ablation procedure. That scars some of the tissue in your heart to restore a normal rhythm. He may also continue monitoring you with a pacemaker or ICD.
Question: How should I prepare for electrophysiology (EP) study?
Answer: He may ask you to stop certain medications a few days beforehand. If you have diabetes, ask your doctor how you should adjust your diabetes medications. Don't eat or drink anything after midnight the evening before. If you must take medications, have them only with a small sip of water. Wear comfortable clothes to the hospital. Bring someone with you.
Question: What should I expect before a electrophysiology (EP) study?
Answer: First, you'll lie on a bed and a nurse will start an intravenous ( IV) line into your arm or hand. You will be given a drug through your IV to relax you and make you drowsy, but it may not put you to sleep. The nurse will connect you to several monitors. Your groin will be shaved and cleansed. Sterile drapes will cover you, from your neck to your feet. A soft strap will be placed across your waist and arms to keep your hands from touching the sterile field. An electrophysiologist (a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of abnormal heart rhythms) will numb the skin in your groin (a few inches to the side of your genitalia) with medication. The catheters are threaded to your heart, where they'll sense the electrical activity there and evaluate your heart.
Question: How big is a serving of chicken or meat?
Answer: Restaurant portions are often oversized, so sticking to these basic guidelines can help: One 3-ounce serving of chicken or meat is about the size of a deck of cards, and a 3-ounce serving of fish is about the size of a checkbook. A 1-cup serving is about the size of a baseball, and a half-cup serving is about the size of a lightbulb. An ounce (2 tablespoons) is about the size of a golf ball.
Question: Who can help me not gain weight when I quit smoking?
Answer: Find a professional who can help. Don't be afraid to seek help from a professional. Some people need the support and guidance of a dietician or nutritionist. These experts can give you personalized advice, and help you create an individualized plan that fits your needs.
Question: Are learning disabilities common in children with ADHD?
Answer: In about 20% to 30% of children with ADHD, there is a specific learning disability that makes it hard for a child to master skills, such as math or reading. For example, dyslexia, a type of reading disorder, is often seen in children with ADHD. Diagnosing learning disabilities requires specific academic testing (which is done by a psychologist).
Question: Are anxiety and depression common in children with ADHD?
Answer: Some children with ADHD may have anxiety or depression (about 20% to 25%). If the anxiety or depression is recognized and treated, these children will be better able to handle the problems that accompany ADHD.
Question: Is oppositional defiant disorder common in children with ADHD?
Answer: As many as 30% to 50% of all children with ADHD have oppositional defiant disorder ( ODD). These children are often disobedient and have outbursts of temper. ODD is more common in boys than girls.
Question: Is mania or bipolar disorder common in children with ADHD?
Answer: Mania/ Bipolar Disorder. A few children with ADHD will go on to develop mania. Bipolar disorder is marked by mood swings between periods of intense emotional highs and lows. The bipolar child may have elated moods and grandiosity (feelings of importance) alternating with periods of depression or chronic irritability.
Question: Is conduct disorder common in children with ADHD?
Answer: Approximately 30% to 50% of children with ADHD and ODD may eventually develop conduct disorder ( CD), a more serious pattern of antisocial behavior. These children frequently lie or steal and tend to disregard the welfare of others. They risk getting into trouble at school or with the police.
Question: How will pregnancy affect my cat's diet?
Answer: Just like many other females in the animal kingdom carrying a bun in the oven (or for a cat, an average of 4 buns per litter), your cat may need extra food and calories while she’s expecting. She’ll eat about 1.5 times her normal diet as her pregnancy draws to a close, so make sure she has constant access to her normal fare. Your vet will probably recommend that you feed your pregnant cat kitten food or food that's labeled for pregnant and lactating cats throughout her pregnancy and during the period she is nursing her young.
Question: How can you tell if your cat is pregnant?
Answer: The best way to find out is to make an appointment with your vet. He can confirm that kittens are on the way, and get an idea of how many, in a few ways: Feeling your cat's belly is sometimes useful but not always accurate. Ultrasound can confirm a pregnancy after day 16. Ultrasound cannot tell you how many kittens your cat is carrying. X-rays can determine the number of kittens to expect, but they are not always accurate. There are a few clues that you may notice, too. Her belly will get big around 30 days after she mates. Another symptom that appears as the pregnancy continues, 2 to 3 weeks after she conceives, is her nipples enlarge and redden (also called "pinking up").
Question: What should I do to help my cat's pregnancy?
Answer: So, a cat can have kittens when she’s only 6 months old. The best way to find out is to make an appointment with your vet.
Question: How can I prepare for my cat's pregnancy?
Answer: Make your home a comfortable place for the impending birth. If you normally let your cat go outside, stop that, in case she goes into labor during one of her walkabouts. About 2 weeks before the due date, you may notice your cat is acting different as she gets into nesting mode. To help out, you can scan your home for a good birthing spot for her. Find a medium-sized box with a low opening, and cover it with newspapers, old towels, and soft blankets to create a relaxing area for the mother and her future kittens. You should place the nesting box in a quiet corner of your house. Let your pregnant cat visit it often, before the birth, so she gets used to the area and feels comfortable. Keep in mind that you can guide your cat as much as possible and set up the ultimate birthing spot, but she's going to do what she's going to do. If she wants to give birth in a laundry basket, behind the garbage can, or in the back of your closet, she will. When you notice that she’s in nesting mode, take her to the vet for her final prenatal visit. He can give you more information about how to prepare for the delivery, check on the mother and kitties’ health, and tell you want to do if there’s an emergency during the birth. Two clues that the big day is coming: Cats usually stop eating 24 hours before they give birth, and their temperature drops below 100 F. You’ll meet those kittens soon!
Question: What are symptoms of a cone snail sting?
Answer: Symptoms include intense pain, numbness, and tingling. Symptoms can begin within minutes or take days to appear. Severe cases of cone snail stings involve muscle paralysis, blurred/double vision, and respiratory paralysis, leading to death.
Question: How is cone snail sting treated?
Answer: Avoid contact with these animals. Immerse the affected area in water as hot as is tolerable. Use the pressure-immobilization technique to prevent the venom from spreading through the body as much as possible: The extremity should be wrapped with a bandage in a style similar to wrapping a sprained ankle. Bind the limb firmly but do not block the circulation. Do not cut into the wound, apply suction, or use a tourniquet. Intensive care hospitalization, including use of a respirator, may be required.
Question: What does an optician do?
Answer: They also: Check lens prescriptions Provide, adjust, and repair glasses, frames, and contact lenses Take facial measurements Help decide which type of lenses and frames will work best Order and check products, including contacts and eyeglass lenses One type isn't automatically better than the other.
Question: What are symptoms of pneumonia?
Answer: With pneumonia you might have all the symptoms of flu, but also: High fever up to 105 F Coughing out greenish, yellow, or bloody mucus Chills that make you shake Feeling like you can't catch your breath, especially when you move around a lot Feeling very tired Low appetite Sharp or stabby chest pain (you might feel it more when you cough or take a deep breath) Sweating a lot Fast breathing and heartbeat Lips and fingernails turning blue Confusion (in older people) Little ones who have a cold might have a fever for a few days.
Question: What are flu symptoms?
Answer: The key thing about flu is that the symptoms usually come on strong, seemingly out of the blue. You may have: High fever (anything above 100.4 F) Headache Severe aches and pains Extreme tiredness Dry, hacking cough These symptoms tend to ease up in 2 to 5 days, but you might have a mild cough or sore throat for 2 weeks.
Question: What can I do to protect my brain from the effects of type 1 diabetes?
Answer: The best defense is to control your blood sugar, eat a healthy diet, and follow all of your doctor's instructions. The longer your levels stay really high or low, or swing to extremes, the more likely your brain will be affected. Continuous glucose monitors are a great tool, since they measure blood sugar every 5 minutes.
Question: How does type 1 diabetes affect a child's brain?
Answer: Brain scans show differences between a child with diabetes and one without. Still researchers found no major differences in their IQs, mood, behavior, and learning and memory skills. It's still unknown if the disease can affect things like their muscle movements and how fast they process information.
Question: How does type 1 diabetes affect my brain?
Answer: High blood sugar levels and the stress of managing a long-term disease are to blame. The best defense is to control your blood sugar, eat a healthy diet, and follow all of your doctor's instructions. The longer your levels stay really high or low, or swing to extremes, the more likely your brain will be affected.
Question: How does type 1 diabetes affect an adult's brain?
Answer: Adults who've had type 1 for a long time have slower physical and mental reactions. The condition doesn't seem to impact a person's learning and thinking skills, researchers say. But memory and attention span can be affected. Type 1, like type 2, is linked with a high rate of depression.
Question: How does high blood sugar affect a child's brain?
Answer: The same is true when a child's levels swing up and down a lot. High blood sugar levels and the stress of managing a long-term disease are to blame.
Question: Can acupuncture help treat insomnia?
Answer: Acupuncture Acupuncture is often used in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of insomnia. This procedure involves the insertion of very fine needles (sometimes in combination with electrical stimulus or with heat produced by burning specific herbs) into the skin at specific acupuncture points in order to influence the functioning of the body. The results of recent studies have shown acupuncture improved sleep quality in people with insomnia. However, additional research is required before the effectiveness of acupuncture is proved conclusively for the relief of insomnia.
Question: I think Iâm ready to get moving again. What do I need to know about getting fit after an injury?
Answer: Your comeback game-plan should include these steps. Once your doc and therapist have cleared you, spend a little time thinking about why you got injured and what, if anything, you might be able to do to differently the next time around. Did you push your body beyond its limits? A good guideline is to start at about 50% of your "normal" level, and increase only 10% to 15% each week -- assuming your symptoms don't flare-up during or after each session. Cross-training -- doing a variety of activities that work different parts of your body -- is key. It helps you stay fit while the part of your body that's injured regains strength. If you feel a slight pain while exercising, pushing past it can help you make gains. But you should never be in agony, and you should feel better soon after you stop moving. You may have to rest for 1 to 3 days before you try again.
Question: What can you do to manage a leaky heart valve?
Answer: Everyone with a leaky heart valve can benefit from daily exercise, like walking. Before engaging in competitive or contact sports, people with severe valve regurgitation should talk with their doctors. Not smoking and maintaining a healthy weight are just as important for people with leaky heart valves as for other people. Regular follow-up with a doctor, even when there are no symptoms, can ensure a leaky heart valve does not cause problems that could be avoided.
Question: What should I know about a leaky heart valve?
Answer: Or it could cause health problems that could be either minor or serious. How serious a leaky heart valve is depends on how much it interferes with normal blood flow through the heart. Treatments include medicines, surgical repair, or surgical replacement of the leaky valve. Observation over time for changes is the most common approach to a leaky heart valve.
Question: What are the symptoms of a leaky heart valve?
Answer: Frequently, a leaky heart valve causes no symptoms. Many healthy people have one or more valves that are slightly leaky. If the heart valve leak is severe, it may impair the forward flow of blood. This can cause symptoms of congestive heart failure, which include: Shortness of breath, especially with exertion or when lying flat Leg swelling or fluid retention elsewhere in the body Other symptoms of a leaky heart valve may include: Lightheadedness Rapid heartbeat Heart fluttering or palpitations Fatigue Even when there is significant valve regurgitation, there may be no symptoms.