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Question: How do you do Kegel exercises?
Answer: Basically, your pelvic organs start to droop. Other things that put you at risk for POP include: Pregnancy Giving birth through the vagina Surgery in the pelvic area ( C-section or hysterectomy) Genetics Frequent coughing, laughing, or sneezing (it pushes on the pelvic organs) Sit on the toilet and try to pee. Once urine starts to flow, squeeze your muscles to hold it in. You should feel the muscles inside your vagina âlift.â You just did one Kegel. Relax the muscle and do it again. But don't get into the habit of doing them while you pee. You can actually cause other problems, like urinary tract infections. Try squeezing your pelvic floor muscles for 3 seconds, then release for 3 seconds. Do this 10 times in a row. That's one set. If you can't do 10, do as many as you can and build up over time. Try to work up to one set of 10 Kegels two to three times a day. Kegels aren't harmful. In fact, you can make them a part of your daily routine. Do them while you're brushing your teeth, driving to work, eating dinner, or watching TV.
Question: What are the benefits of Kegel exercises?
Answer: Kegels don't just help keep them âfitâ -- they can help you avoid embarrassing accidents, like bladder leakage and passing gas and -- or even stool -- by accident. They can even improve your orgasms. Try squeezing your pelvic floor muscles for 3 seconds, then release for 3 seconds.
Question: When do you see results from Kegel exercises?
Answer: If you can't do 10, do as many as you can and build up over time. If you're still concerned about your prolapse or don't feel your symptoms are getting better, talk to your doctor about other treatments.
Question: Is it normal for newborn babies to have breast lumps?
Answer: It's normal for newborn babies (boys and girls) to have mild or even swollen, enlarged breasts and/or lumps under the nipple. They are almost always benign and due to exposure to maternal hormones in the womb. The same hormones that cause the mother's breasts to swell and milk glands to be stimulated can do the same to the baby's breasts.
Question: What are tips for concerned parents of a newborn baby with breast lumps?
Answer: Sometimes, overly worried parents touch and pinch the breasts so much that the area gets irritated. Leave them alone and let nature take its course in shrinking them.
Question: What is stress incontinence?
Answer: The kind of incontinence experienced during pregnancy is usually stress incontinence ( SI). Stress incontinence is the loss of urine caused by increased pressure on the bladder. In stress incontinence, the bladder sphincter does not function well enough to hold in urine.
Question: Do women have incontinence during pregnancy?
Answer: During pregnancy, many women experience at least some degree of urinary incontinence, which is the involuntary loss of urine. The incontinence may be mild and infrequent for some pregnant women. But it can be more severe for others. Age and body mass index are risk factors for pregnancy incontinence, according to one study. Incontinence can continue after pregnancy and may not be present right after childbirth. Some women do not have bladder problems until they reach their 40s.
Question: What are Kegel exercises?
Answer: Kegel exercises are another method that can be used to help control urinary incontinence. These exercises help tighten and strengthen the muscles in the pelvic floor. Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles can improve the function of the urethra and rectal sphincter. One way to find the Kegel muscles is to sit on the toilet and begin urinating. Then stop urinating mid-stream. The muscles that you use to stop the flow of urine are the Kegel muscles. Another way to help locate the Kegel muscles is to insert a finger into the vagina and try to make the muscles around your finger tighter.
Question: Can incontinence continue after childbirth?
Answer: Incontinence can continue after pregnancy and may not be present right after childbirth. After pregnancy, incontinence problems may continue, because childbirth weakens the pelvic floor muscles, which can cause an overactive bladder. Pregnancy and childbirth also may contribute to bladder control problems because of the following conditions: Damage to the nerves that control the bladder The fact that the urethra and bladder have moved during pregnancy An episiotomy, a cut made in the pelvic floor muscle during delivery of a baby to allow the fetus to come out more easily Behavioral methods such as timed voiding and bladder training can be helpful in treating urinary incontinence during and after pregnancy.
Question: How is breast cancer diagnosed during pregnancy?
Answer: The best thing you can do while pregnant is to see your doctor regularly. These visits are called prenatal (or "before birth") checkups, and they're crucial for keeping you and your baby in the best possible health. During some of these visits, you may have breast exams to check for changes. You should also regularly do self-exams at home. That way you'll be more able to notice any changes in your breasts. If you're not sure exactly how to give yourself a breast exam, your doctor or nurse can teach you.
Question: Should you have breast exams while pregnant?
Answer: This makes it extra important to have breast exams throughout pregnancy. Any lumps or suspicious symptoms need to be checked by a doctor.
Question: What happens if you have advanced breast cancer while pregnant?
Answer: Advanced breast cancer usually requires both surgery and chemotherapy, so the risk for the baby is higher. The decision of whether or not to undergo treatment can be a very hard one. Talk with your family and doctor about what's right for you.
Question: Can I breastfeed my baby if I have breast cancer?
Answer: Also, there's no evidence that the cancer harms the baby. Talk with your family and doctor about what's right for you. If you're getting chemotherapy, you likely shouldn't breastfeed. Many powerful chemo drugs can travel through your milk to the baby.
Question: How are pregnancy and breast cancer related?
Answer: Getting pregnant doesn't cause the cancer, although the changes in hormones from the pregnancy can make the disease grow faster. Your breasts thicken while you're expecting, and that can make it hard to spot small masses or lumps. Because of this, breast cancer tumors are often larger and more advanced by the time they're noticed. It's often okay to breastfeed when you have this disease, but talk with your doctor or a lactation counselor to see what's best for you and your baby.
Question: Is a mammogram safe during pregnancy?
Answer: A mammogram is considered fairly safe during pregnancy, but it may not be as helpful because of the increased density of the breasts. Surgery, in general, is safe during any trimester of pregnancy.
Question: What happens during breast cancer surgery if you are pregnant?
Answer: Surgery, in general, is safe during any trimester of pregnancy. If the cancer is still in its early stages, your doctor will most likely recommend removing either the suspicious lump (lumpectomy) or the entire breast (mastectomy). Radiation therapy usually doesn't start until after pregnancy because it can harm the baby.
Question: Can you have surgery for breast cancer if you are pregnant?
Answer: A mammogram is considered fairly safe during pregnancy, but it may not be as helpful because of the increased density of the breasts. If you're in the first or second trimester, a mastectomy is the preferred surgery. Lumpectomy is usually an option for women diagnosed in the third trimester. Radiation therapy usually doesn't start until after pregnancy because it can harm the baby.
Question: Where does whey protein come from?
Answer: Whey is a product of cheese making -- it's the watery part of milk that separates from the curds. In the process of turning milk into cheese, whey protein is removed.
Question: What are side effects of taking whey protein?
Answer: It is always a good idea to discuss any supplement with your doctor, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. People with milk allergy or sensitivity should not use whey protein. It could cause an allergic reaction. If you have kidney disease, check with a doctor before using any type of protein powder. It could interact with antibiotics and certain medicines such as Fosamax for osteoporosis or levodopa for Parkinson's disease.
Question: What is whey?
Answer: In the process of turning milk into cheese, whey protein is removed. People with milk allergy or sensitivity should not use whey protein.
Question: How does whey protein interact with other medicines or supplements?
Answer: Talk to your child's health care provider before giving your baby whey protein. It could interact with antibiotics and certain medicines such as Fosamax for osteoporosis or levodopa for Parkinson's disease.
Question: How much whey protein should you take?
Answer: Talk to your child's health care provider before giving your baby whey protein. Optimal doses of whey protein have not been established for any condition. Quality and active ingredients in supplements may vary widely from maker to maker. This makes it very hard to establish a standard dose.
Question: What causes Bell's palsy?
Answer: Most doctors believe that it's due to damage to the facial nerve, which causes swelling. This nerve passes through a narrow, bony area within the skull. When the nerve swells -- even a little bit -- it pushes against the skull's hard surface. This affects how well the nerve works. Researchers have long believed that viral infections may also play a role in the development of Bell's palsy. They've found evidence that suggests the herpes simplex 1 virus (a common cause of cold sores) may be responsible for a large number of cases.
Question: What is Bell's palsy?
Answer: Bell's palsy is a condition in which the muscles on one side of your face become weak or paralyzed. It affects only one side of the face at a time, causing it to droop or become stiff on that side. It's caused by some kind of trauma to the seventh cranial nerve. This is also called the âfacial nerve.â Bell's palsy can happen to anyone. But it seems to occur more often in people who have diabetes or are recovering from viral infections. Most of the time, symptoms are only temporary.
Question: What causes low vision?
Answer: It's the result of a variety of conditions and injuries. Age is also a factor. Eye problems like macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, and optic neuropathy are more common among people over 45 and even more so if you're over 65.
Question: What conditions count as low vision?
Answer: The condition includes different degrees of sight loss. You might have a blind spot or an almost complete loss of sight. The Academy of Ophthalmology divides low vision into two categories based on the vision in your best eye: Partially sighted: Your vision is between 20/40 and 20/200 with conventional prescription lenses. Legally blind : Your vision is no better than 20/200 with conventional correction, or you have a restricted field of vision less than 20 degrees wide.
Question: How do you know if you have low vision?
Answer: Besides age-related retinal conditions, other possible causes include: Glaucoma Diabetes Cancer of the eye Albinism Stroke Eye trauma Brain injury You'll need an eye exam. Make an appointment with your eye doctor if vision troubles prevent you from daily activities like reading, travel, cooking, work, watching television, or school. Your eye doctor will use lighting, magnifiers, and special charts to test your visual acuity, depth perception, and visual fields.
Question: Can low vision be treated?
Answer: Some sight disorders, like diabetic retinopathy, can be treated to restore or maintain vision. When this isn't an option, low vision is permanent. However, many people with low vision find visual aids helpful. Popular products include: Telescopic glasses Lenses that filter light Magnifying glasses Handheld and freestanding magnifiers Closed-circuit television/video magnification Reading prisms Non-optical aids designed for people with low vision are also very helpful.
Question: What will the recovery from weight loss surgery be like?
Answer: Gastric banding is no longer a commonly performed weight loss surgery. Most gastric bypass surgery is laparoscopic, which means the surgeon makes small cuts. That makes for shorter recovery time. Most people stay in the hospital for 2 to 3 days, and get back to normal activities in 3 to 5 weeks. If the surgery must be "open," meaning the surgeon has to make a larger cut, healing takes longer.
Question: What are serious side effects of weight loss surgery?
Answer: Serious side effects include: Bleeding in stool, which can appear as reddish or black stools, can be serious. Let your doctor know about this immediately, or go to an emergency room. Blood clots to the lungsare rare, happening less than 1% of the time. They can be life-threatening. But blood clots can usually be prevented with blood thinning drugs and frequent activity. Leaks in the new connections made by the weight loss surgery are rare, but serious. They usually occur within 5 days of the surgery. Abdominal pain and feeling ill are common symptoms -- these should prompt a call to your doctor.
Question: What are common side effects of weight loss surgery?
Answer: Some common side effects include: Constipation is common after weight loss surgery. Avoid granular fiber ( Metamucil or psyllium), which can cause obstructions. Dumping syndrome happens after eating high-sugar meals after weight loss surgery. The sugary food rushes through the stomach and can cause nausea, vomiting, and weakness. Gallstones are common when you lose a lot of weight quickly. Up to 50% of patients will develop gallstones after gastric bypass surgery, and these are usually harmless. About 15% to 25% of people need surgery to remove their gallbladder after gastric bypass surgery. Wound infections can happen up to 3 weeks after surgery. Symptoms include redness and warmth, pain, or thick drainage (pus) from the surgical wound. Wound infections require antibiotics and sometimes further surgery.
Question: How will your body absorb nutrients differently after weight loss surgery?
Answer: Your doctor can let you know how to handle it. It becomes harder to absorb certain nutrients, including: Iron Vitamin B12 Folate Calcium Vitamin D You don't have to fall short on those nutrients. Ask your doctor if you need to take supplements.
Question: When should you call a doctor or podiatrist about your diabetes-related skin issues?
Answer: When you have diabetes, your feet need special attention. Beyond a daily foot care routine, call your doctor or podiatrist right away if you: Don't see an improvement the next day after treating a minor problem, such as a cut. Have pain or discomfort that lasts for more than 2 days. Have a temperature. Notice any pus on the sore or near the wound.
Question: When should I call a doctor or podiatrist about skin problems if I have diabetes?
Answer: When you have diabetes, your feet need special attention. Beyond a daily foot care routine, call your doctor or podiatrist right away if you: Don't see an improvement the next day after treating a minor problem, such as a cut. Have pain or discomfort that lasts for more than 2 days. Have a temperature. Notice any pus on the sore or near the wound.
Question: How can you treat minor burns if you have diabetes?
Answer: Change the bandage at least once a day. Soothe the area with cool, clean running water. Don't try to break or pop any blisters. Gently wash the area with mild soap and warm water and pat dry. Cover the burn with a gauze pad. Secure that with hypoallergenic or paper tape.
Question: What should I do if I have a minor burn and I have diabetes?
Answer: Change the bandage at least once a day. Soothe the area with cool, clean running water. Don't try to break or pop any blisters. Gently wash the area with mild soap and warm water and pat dry. Cover the burn with a gauze pad. Secure that with hypoallergenic or paper tape.
Question: How can I protect my skin if I have diabetes?
Answer: To shield your skin from the cold or wind, cover your ears and face, including your nose, and wear a hat. Also, wear warm gloves and shoes or boots. Follow these guidelines, too: Use lip balm to prevent chapped lips. To prevent dry skin when the temperature drops, use a room humidifier to add moisture to heated indoor air. When you bathe or shower, use warm (not hot) water, and a mild, moisturizing soap. Don't take long baths or showers. Pat skin dry -- don't rub it. After washing and drying off, use a mild lotion to prevent dry skin. Avoid scratching dry skin. Apply moisturizer instead. Keep a bottle of lotion near the sink so you can use it after washing your hands. Limit products you use on your skin to lower your chances of having a reaction. If you're prone to acne, talk to your dermatologist before choosing a facial moisturizer. Some can cause acne or make it worse. Use products labeled "noncomedogenic" or "nonacnegenic."
Question: How should I keep in a first-aid kit for my hands and feet if I have diabetes?
Answer: Keep a first-aid kit close by to take care of your hands and feet. It should include: Antibacterial ointment Gauze pads Hypoallergenic or paper tape Prepackaged cleansing wipes (in case soap and water aren't available) Don't try to break or pop the blister.
Question: What should my first-aid kit for my skin include if I have diabetes?
Answer: Keep a first-aid kit close by to take care of your hands and feet. It should include: Antibacterial ointment Gauze pads Hypoallergenic or paper tape Prepackaged cleansing wipes (in case soap and water aren't available) Don't try to break or pop the blister.
Question: How do I care for small cuts?
Answer: Gently wash the area with mild soap and warm water. Secure that with hypoallergenic or paper tape. Apply antibacterial ointment. Cover the cut with a cloth bandage or gauze pad. Change the bandage at least once a day.
Question: How should I treat blisters due to diabetes?
Answer: The skin that covers it protects it from infection. Gently wash the area with mild soap and warm water. Apply antibacterial ointment to the blister. Cover it with a cloth bandage or gauze pad. Secure that with hypoallergenic or paper tape. If the blister is on your foot and came from your shoes, wear a different pair until it heals. Change the bandage at least once a day. Don't try to break or pop any blisters.
Question: How does diabetes affect the skin?
Answer: That means you could get injured more easily, be more likely to get an infection, and take longer to heal. Avoid scratching dry skin.
Question: How can you treat small cuts if you have diabetes?
Answer: Secure that with hypoallergenic or paper tape. Gently wash the area with mild soap and warm water. Apply antibacterial ointment. Cover the cut with a cloth bandage or gauze pad. Change the bandage at least once a day.
Question: How can you treat minor skin problems if you have diabetes?
Answer: Secure that with hypoallergenic or paper tape. Gently wash the area with a mild soap and warm water and pat dry. Cover the irritated skin with a cloth bandage or gauze pad. Keep checking the area to make sure the irritation doesn't get worse. Change the bandage at least once a day.
Question: How should I handle minor skin problems like rashes that occur with diabetes?
Answer: Secure that with hypoallergenic or paper tape. Cover the irritated skin with a cloth bandage or gauze pad. Keep checking the area to make sure the irritation doesn't get worse. Change the bandage at least once a day. Gently wash the area with mild soap and warm water and pat dry.
Question: How can I enhance my father-baby bonding?
Answer: Here are some ways to enhance the father-baby bonding experience: Try to begin bonding with your baby before he is born. Put your hand on your partner's belly to feel the baby kick, go with her to the doctor for prenatal visits, and start thinking about the kind of father you want to be. Be in the delivery room during the baby's birth and take part in the delivery as much as possible. Help out with the baby's care: take over a few late-night feedings, give the baby a bath, change diapers, or sing the baby to sleep. Walk with the baby in a carrier close to your body.
Question: Why am I not bonding with my baby?
Answer: Although bonding can be immediate for some people, others stare at the tiny, bawling creature they have just brought home from the hospital and wonder, " Who is this person?" Don't feel guilty if you aren't bonding with your baby right from the start. Remember that the process sometimes takes time. As you care for your new baby, you may find that your attachment grows. It may not be until the first time your baby shoots you a toothless grin that you suddenly realize you have bonded.
Question: How can I bond with my baby?
Answer: Once you get home, spend as much time as possible with your baby by wearing her in a sling or carrier, rocking her on your lap, or singing her a song. Research has found that massage can not only improve the relationship between parent and baby, but it also can relieve stress in premature infants and ease postpartum depression in the mother. Try making skin-to-skin contact with your newborn. This practice, called "kangaroo care," is often used in premature babies, but studies are finding that it's also calming to babies born full-term.
Question: What is the goal in a pain clinic?
Answer: If pain is regular part of your life, a pain clinic may be able to help you. Treatment at a pain clinic can give you the skills to manage your chronic pain on your own and make you more able to function, possibly so that you may return to work.
Question: What are antipsychotic medications?
Answer: Antipsychotic medications. Antipsychotic medications can be used during acute treatment of mania, especially to manage delusions or hallucinations. Some medicines in this family also have become standard first-line treatments for acute bipolar depression.
Question: What are the effects of pregnancy on bipolar disorder?
Answer: And the factors that lead to relapse during pregnancy are not clear. Bipolar disorder, however, can worsen during pregnancy. Pregnant women or new mothers with bipolar disorder have seven times the risk of hospital admissions compared to pregnant women who do not have bipolar disorder. There is less information about the effects of antidepressants on bipolar disorder and pregnancy.
Question: Is it okay to take mood stabilizers while pregnant?
Answer: Because of the rare risk for a particular kind of heart defect, lithium is sometimes not recommended during the first three months of pregnancy unless its benefits clearly outweigh the risks. Lithium may, though, be a safer choice than some anticonvulsants. And when lithium is continued after childbirth, it can reduce the rate of relapse from 50% to 10%. To reduce its risks to you and your child: Drink plenty of water and maintain normal salt intake to prevent lithium toxicity. This may also be a good idea if you've stopped taking a mood stabilizer but symptoms came back.
Question: What kind of exercise should I do to lose weight?
Answer: You can do anything that makes your heart and lungs work harder, such as walking, biking, jogging, swimming, fitness classes, or cross-country skiing. Mowing your lawn, going out dancing, playing with your kids -- it all counts, if it revs your heart. If you don't exercise and you're a man over 45, a woman over 55, or have a medical condition, ask your doctor if you should avoid any types of activities.
Question: How much exercise should I do to lose weight?
Answer: Any exercise is better than none, and that helps your body slowly get used to being active. Your goal is to work up to at least a half an hour most days of the week to get the full benefits from exercise. If it's more convenient, you can do short spurts -- 10 minutes here, 15 minutes there. Each action by itself may not seem like much, but they add up. Start with something like walking or swimming that's easy on your body.