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Question: How can you make exercise fun if you have diabetes?
Answer: ( If you're trying to lose weight, aim for your workouts to last around 60 minutes.) You're more likely to stay active if you find a workout you enjoy.
Question: What is the best way to exercise if you have diabetes?
Answer: Your activities should be at least "moderately intense," which means that you're able to talk, but not sing, while you do it. Twice a week, use hand weights or elastic bands at your gym or at home. Exercises like pushups and squats, which use your own body weight to build strength, are also good choices. You're more likely to stay active if you find a workout you enjoy.
Question: How should I track my carbohydrates if I have diabetes?
Answer: Your doctor or a registered dietitian can coach you on how to do it. Keep an eye on your food portions to manage your blood sugar. It also helps keep your blood sugar in check.
Question: Should I measure my meals and snacks if I have diabetes?
Answer: Check serving sizes listed on the " Nutrition Facts" labels. There are also easy ways to get a picture in your mind of a serving size. For instance, one serving of meat is about the size of your palm. A cup of salad or a casserole is a big as your fist. It also helps keep your blood sugar in check. Twice a week, use hand weights or elastic bands at your gym or at home.
Question: What are common traits of people with schizoid personality disorder?
Answer: People with schizoid personality disorder often are reclusive, organizing their lives to avoid contact with other people. Many never marry or may continue to live with their parents as adults. Other common traits of people with this disorder include the following: They do not desire or enjoy close relationships, even with family members. They choose solitary jobs and activities. They take pleasure in few activities, including sex. They have no close friends, except first-degree relatives. They have difficulty relating to others. They are indifferent to praise or criticism. They are aloof and show little emotion. They might daydream and/or create vivid fantasies of complex inner lives.
Question: What conditions sometimes happen along with schizoid personality disorder?
Answer: Co-occurring conditions such as mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and other personality disorders may also be more common than in the general population.
Question: How is schizoid personality disorder diagnosed?
Answer: If symptoms of this personality disorder are present, the doctor will begin an evaluation by performing a complete medical history and possible physical exam. Although there are no lab tests to specifically diagnose personality disorders, the doctor might use various diagnostic tests to rule out physical illness as the cause of the symptoms. If the doctor finds no physical reason for the symptoms, he or she might refer the person to a psychiatrist or psychologist, health care professionals who are specially trained to diagnose and treat mental illnesses.
Question: How do people with schizoid personality disorder behave in their everyday lives?
Answer: Although some of their behaviors might be odd, people with schizoid personality disorder are generally able to function in everyday life. However, they might not form meaningful relationships or have families of their own. Studies have shown they may sometimes experience social, financial and work disability.
Question: What is schizoid personality disorder?
Answer: Schizoid personality disorder is one of a group of conditions called " Cluster ' A' " or eccentric personality disorders. People with these disorders often appear odd or peculiar. People with schizoid personality disorder also tend to be distant, detached, and indifferent to social relationships. They generally are loners who prefer solitary activities and rarely express strong emotion.
Question: At what age does schizoid personality disorder usually begin?
Answer: Schizoid personality disorder usually begins in late adolescence or early adulthood.
Question: How is schizoid personality disorder treated?
Answer: When treatment is sought, psychotherapy -- a form of counseling -- is the form of treatment most often used. Treatment likely will focus on increasing general coping skills, as well as on improving social interaction, communication, and self-esteem. Because trust is an important component of therapy, treatment can be challenging for the therapist, because people with schizoid personality disorder have difficulty forming relationships with others.
Question: What are possible causes of schizoid personality disorder?
Answer: Some mental health professionals speculate that a bleak childhood where warmth and emotion were absent contributes to the development of the disorder. The higher risk for schizoid personality disorder in families of schizophrenics suggests that a genetic susceptibility for the disorder might be inherited. There is no known way to prevent schizoid personality disorder.
Question: What can cause anemia from blood loss?
Answer: This can happen slowly over a long period of time, and you might not notice. Causes can include: Gastrointestinal conditions such as ulcers, hemorrhoids, gastritis (inflammation of your stomach), and cancer Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs) such as aspirin or ibuprofen, which can cause ulcers and gastritis A woman's period, especially if there's too much bleeding Anemia Caused by Decreased or Faulty Red Blood Cell Production With this type of anemia, your body may not create enough blood cells, or they may not work the way they should.
Question: What is sickle cell anemia?
Answer: Iron-deficiency anemia can be caused by: A diet without enough iron, especially in infants, children, teens, vegans, and vegetarians Certain drugs, foods, and caffeinated drinks Digestive conditions such as Crohn's disease, or if you've had part of your stomach or small intestine removed Donating blood often Endurance training Pregnancy and breastfeeding using up iron in your body Your period Sickle cell anemia is a disorder that, in the U. S., affects mainly African Americans and Hispanic Americans. Your red blood cells, which are usually round, become crescent-shaped because of a problem in your genes. They break down quickly, so oxygen doesn't get to your organs, causing anemia. The crescent-shaped red blood cells can also get stuck in tiny blood vessels and cause pain.
Question: What is anemia?
Answer: Hemoglobin is a main part of red blood cells. It carries oxygen. If something is wrong with your red blood cells, if you don't have enough of them, or if your hemoglobin is low, your cells won't get enough oxygen. Symptoms of anemia -- like fatigue or pain -- happen because your organs aren't getting what they need to work the way they should.
Question: What should you know about anemia?
Answer: Anemia is the most common blood condition in the U. S. It affects almost 6% of the population. Women, young children, and people with long-term diseases are more likely to have anemia. Important things to remember are: Certain forms of anemia are passed down through your genes, and infants may have it from birth. Women are at risk of iron-deficiency anemia because of blood loss from their periods and higher blood supply demands during pregnancy. Older adults have a greater risk of anemia because of other medical conditions or because they don't eat as well as they should.
Question: What conditions are associated with anemia caused by decreased or faulty red blood cell production?
Answer: Causes can include: Gastrointestinal conditions such as ulcers, hemorrhoids, gastritis (inflammation of your stomach), and cancer Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs) such as aspirin or ibuprofen, which can cause ulcers and gastritis A woman's period, especially if there's too much bleeding Anemia Caused by Decreased or Faulty Red Blood Cell Production With this type of anemia, your body may not create enough blood cells, or they may not work the way they should. This can happen because there's something wrong with your red blood cells or because you don't have enough minerals and vitamins for your red blood cells to work well. Conditions associated with these causes of anemia include: Bone marrow and stem cell problems Iron-deficiency anemia Sickle cell anemia Vitamin-deficiency anemia Bone marrow and stem cell problems may keep your body from producing enough red blood cells.
Question: What conditions cause anemia related to hormones?
Answer: Anemia associated with other conditions usually happens when your body doesn't have enough hormones to make red blood cells. Conditions that cause this type of anemia include: Advanced kidney disease Hypothyroidism Old age Long-term diseases, such as cancer, infection, lupus, diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis Anemia Caused by Destruction of Red Blood Cells When red blood cells are fragile and can't handle the stress of traveling through your body, they may burst, causing what's called hemolytic anemia.
Question: What causes vitamin-deficiency anemia?
Answer: Vitamin-deficiency anemia can happen when you aren't getting enough vitamin B12 and folate. You need these two vitamins to make red blood cells. Megaloblastic anemia: When you don't get enough vitamin B12, folate, or both Pernicious anemia: When your body doesn't absorb enough vitamin B12 Other causes of vitamin deficiency include pregnancy, medications, alcohol abuse, and intestinal diseases such as tropical sprue and celiac disease. Sickle cell anemia treatment may include painkillers, folic acid supplements, and antibiotics.
Question: What happens once colorectal cancer surgery begins?
Answer: Your surgeon will begin the main intestinal surgery by closing the larger blood vessels serving the diseased section of the small or large intestine. Next, he or she will separate the fatty tissue that holds the intestine in place. Once the diseased section of intestine is freed from its supporting structures, it can be removed. The procedure occasionally requires the creation of a temporary or permanent stoma (an opening of part of the intestine to the outside surface of the abdomen). The stoma acts as an artificial passageway through which stool can pass from the intestine to outside the body where it collects in an external pouch, which is attached to the stoma and must be worn at all times. Most of the time, the surgeon will reconnect the two ends of intestines. The intestine can be rejoined in a number of ways. One method uses a stapling device that places stainless steel or titanium staples to join the ends of the intestine. The surgeon may pull the intestinal ends up through one of the small incisions and stitch the ends together. Your surgeon will choose the best method at the time of your surgery. Finally, your surgeon will check that there are no areas of bleeding, rinse out the abdominal cavity, release the gas from the abdomen and close the small incisions.
Question: What do you need to do the night before colorectal cancer surgery?
Answer: You will need to take the prescribed laxative medicine the evening before surgery. It is important to follow the directions carefully and take all of this medicine. This step will decrease your risk of developing an infection from bacteria normally present in the intestine. Do not eat or drink anything by mouth after midnight the evening before surgery.
Question: What needs to happen after colorectal cancer surgery?
Answer: The tube that was passed from a nostril into your stomach (a nasogastric tube) during surgery will be removed in the recovery room. You may begin to drink liquids the morning after surgery. Once you have passed gas or have had a bowel movement, you will resume a solid diet. If you become nauseated or begin to vomit, your nasogastric tube may be reinserted. If this happens, don't be alarmed. Nausea and vomiting are common and occur because your intestines are temporarily disabled from the surgery and the effects of anesthesia. For this reason, food and drink are given slowly for the first few days after surgery.
Question: What happens the day of colorectal cancer surgery?
Answer: An intravenous ( IV) tube will be inserted into a vein in your arm to deliver drugs and fluids. Once the surgeon is ready for you, you will be taken to the operating room. When you arrive in the operating room, the nurses will help you onto the operating table. The anesthesiologist will inject medicine into your IV that will put you to sleep. After you are asleep, the nurses will clean your abdomen with antibacterial soap and cover you with sterile drapes.
Question: What happens before starting colorectal cancer surgery?
Answer: Before starting the surgery, your surgeon will take a thorough look at your abdominal cavity to make sure that laparoscopy will be safe for you. Some reasons why laparoscopy may not be done include multiple adhesions (scars that causes organs to stick together), infection, or any spread of abdominal disease. If your surgeon decides that laparoscopic surgery can be safely performed, additional small puncture incisions will be made for the other instruments needed to do the operation. If needed, one of these small incisions may be enlarged to enable your surgeon to remove the diseased section of intestine, or to create a connection between two ends of your intestine.
Question: How can you recover from colorectal cancer surgery at home?
Answer: You will be encouraged to steadily increase your activity level once you are home after surgery. Walking is great exercise! Walking will help your general recovery by strengthening your muscles, keeping your blood circulating to prevent blood clots, and helping your lungs remain clear. If you are fit and did regular exercise before surgery, you may resume exercising when you feel comfortable and your doctor gives the approval. However, strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and abdominal exercises such as sit-ups should be avoided for six weeks after surgery.
Question: What happens in laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer?
Answer: Tiny incisions are made to create a passageway for a special instrument called a laparoscope. This thin telescope-like instrument with a miniature video camera and light source is used to transmit images to a video monitor. The surgeon watches the video screen while performing the procedure with small instruments that pass through small tubes placed in the incisions. Your surgeon will place a small needle just below your bellybutton and insert the needle into your abdominal cavity. This needle is connected to sterile tubing through which carbon dioxide is passed into the abdominal cavity. The gas lifts the abdominal wall away from the organs below to create space to give your surgeon a better view of your abdominal cavity once the laparoscope is in place. Next, a small incision will be made near your bellybutton. The laparoscope is placed through this incision and is connected to a video camera. The image your surgeon sees in the laparoscope is projected onto video monitors placed near the operating table. Your surgeon will choose the best method at the time of your surgery.
Question: What is it like after colorectal cancer surgery?
Answer: When you arrive in the operating room, the nurses will help you onto the operating table. You will have an oxygen mask covering your nose and mouth. This mask delivers a cool mist of oxygen that helps eliminate the remaining anesthesia from your system and soothes your throat. Your throat may be sore from the breathing tube that was present during your surgery, but this soreness usually subsides after a day or two. Once you are more alert, the nurse may switch your oxygen delivery device to a nasal cannula (small plastic tubing that hooks over your ears and lies beneath your nose). Depending on the percentage of oxygen measured in your blood, you may need to keep the oxygen in place. The nurse will check the oxygen content of your blood by placing a soft clip on one of your fingers. Later, you will be moved to a hospital room where nurses will measure your "intake and output." They will document all the fluids that you drink and measure and collect any urine or fluids you produce, including those from tubes or drains placed during surgery.
Question: How can colorectal cancer surgery affect how you eat?
Answer: When you wake up from colorectal cancer surgery, you will be in a recovery room. Surgery can cause the bowel to become swollen and the wave-like contractions that move food along the intestinal tract (called peristalsis) may be reduced after surgery. As a result, food may not pass through the colon as quickly, causing a sense of fullness or bloating. Or, the food may not be as efficient in absorbing some of the water, causing loose stools. You should follow a soft diet at home, which means you can eat almost everything except raw fruits and vegetables. A registered dietitian can provide more specific guidelines. You should follow this diet until your follow-up visit with your doctor. If you have problems with constipation, call your doctor.
Question: How can you prepare for a colorectal cancer surgery?
Answer: Your surgeon will meet with you to answer any questions you may have before your colorectal cancer procedure. You will be asked questions about your health history and a general physical exam will be performed. You may also need to meet with another doctor prior to surgery. Finally, you will meet with an anesthesiologist, who will discuss the type of pain medication (anesthesia) you will be given for surgery, and you will also learn about pain control after the operation. You will need to take the prescribed laxative medicine the evening before surgery. When you wake up from colorectal cancer surgery, you will be in a recovery room.
Question: What happens in a traditional "open" colorectal cancer surgery?
Answer: Before starting the surgery, your surgeon will take a thorough look at your abdominal cavity to make sure that laparoscopy will be safe for you. As a result, food may not pass through the colon as quickly, causing a sense of fullness or bloating.
Question: When should you call your doctor about your stye?
Answer: But it's a good idea to make an appointment if: It doesn't get better after a few days, or it gets worse. Your eye (not just your eyelid) hurts a lot. You can't see well. Your eyelid swells, turns very red, and won't open completely. You keep getting styes.
Question: What should you do if you get styes often?
Answer: If you get styes often, scrub your eyelids every couple of days with watered-down baby shampoo on a washcloth, or use an over-the-counter lid scrub.
Question: What can you do to treat styes?
Answer: But cleaning it will help bring the pus out. Then it will drain on its own. You can do a few things to get rid of it faster: Soak a clean washcloth in very warm water and put it over the stye (wash your hands first). Do this for 5 to 10 minutes several times a day. Afterwards, gently massage the area to try to get the clogged gland to open so the stye can drain. Keep your face and eyes very clean, and get rid of any crust you see around your eye.
Question: What should I do about my stye?
Answer: It looks like a pimple, and it can be sore. Here are other signs: A red bump with or without a small pus spot in the center The feeling that there's something in your eye Your eye feels sensitive to bright light Crust along the eyelid A scratchy or itchy feeling around the eye Your eye makes extra tears After several days, most styes burst or go away on their own. Don't do that. It can make things worse. If the stye is sore, you can try a pain reliever like ibuprofen ( Advil or Motrin). Don't wear eye makeup, and switch to glasses if you wear contacts. After the stye has healed, make sure you clean and disinfect your contact lenses in the solutions recommended by your eye doctor. You shouldn't have to see your doctor for a stye.
Question: Should you ask for a blood test in order to reduce the risk of bleeding after surgery?
Answer: If you have any concerns that you may have a tendency to bleed easily or that your blood count is low, ask to have it tested before undergoing surgery, Griffin tells Web MD.
Question: Should you show your doctor ALL the medicines you take to reduce the risk of bleeding after surgery?
Answer: When you're in the doctor's office, it's easy to forget the names of your medications. So here's a simple solution: Bring every drug and supplement you use -- prescriptions, over-the-counters, vitamins, teas, homeopathic medications -- to the doctor's office or the hospital. That way, your doctor can see exactly what you're taking and at what dose.
Question: If you're getting an operation, should you tell your doctor if you've had uncontrolled bleeding after any previous surgeries?
Answer: The biggest predictor for bleeding after surgery is having bled after surgery -- even minor surgery -- in the past. So make sure your doctor knows if you've had this problem. If you have, he or she may recommend that you bank some blood before surgery as a precaution.
Question: What is posterior vitreous detachment?
Answer: Posterior vitreous detachment ( PVD) is a common cause of retinal tears. It's a normal part of aging that causes the vitreous gel to pull away from the retina in places. It's usually harmless and often has no symptoms. But sometimes, the gel builds up so much and pulls so hard that it tears the retina.
Question: What is a tractional retinal detachment?
Answer: Tractional retinal detachment happens when scar tissue or other tissue grows on your retina and pulls it away from the layer underneath. It can lead to serious vision loss. This type is often found in people with diabetes who have severe diabetic retinopathy, or damage to blood vessels in the retina.
Question: What are symptoms of a rhegmatogenous retinal detachment?
Answer: Most people with retinal tears don't end up with a detachment. But if you notice new symptoms like floaters, spots, or flashes of light, it could be happening. You might also have weak vision or see what looks like a curtain or shadow coming from one corner of your eye. Consider that an emergency and go to an ophthalmologist right away. A torn retina could be more likely to lead to a detachment if you are nearsighted or you recently had cataract or other eye surgery.
Question: What is an exudative (serous) retinal detachment?
Answer: Exudative (serous) retinal detachment is rare. It happens when fluid collects under your retina, but there's no tear. It can affect both eyes. This type of detachment is often comes from an eye injury or as a complication of a wide range of diseases. They include various inflammatory and kidney diseases, as well as Lyme disease, eye tumors, and severe high blood pressure.
Question: How much exercise does someone with multiple sclerosis need?
Answer: How much exercise do you need, and what kind should you do? When it comes to MS, there's no one-size-fits-all answer. Your symptoms, treatment, and lifestyle will help determine your exercise plan.
Question: How do weights help people with multiple sclerosis?
Answer: Depending on your situation, a physical therapist can change your exercises to make them safer and more effective. What's more, a physical therapist can help with specific things like building strength, so you can move around better.
Question: Why is it important for people with multiple sclerosis to exercise slowly?
Answer: Ease into your exercise routine. If all you can manage is a walk around the block -- or across the room -- that's fine. Start with that and keep it up. In time, you'll build up your strength and be able to do much more.
Question: Why is exercise important for multiple sclerosis (MS)?
Answer: Being active gives you more energy and makes you less tired. It can boost your mood and help prevent bladder and bowel problems. Some type of aerobic exercise is important -- it lifts mood and boosts your heart health.