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Question: I care for someone who has Parkinsonâs disease. What challenges am I likely to face?
Answer: This is a natural part of the disease. But it can make a caregiver feel that the person is being unnecessarily demanding or manipulative. While medications and surgery can provide significant relief of symptoms, they do not stop the progression of the disease. Depression is also very much a part of the disease. It is important to recognize the signs and symptoms of depression so you can help your loved one seek treatment promptly. Talk to your loved one face-to-face.
Question: I take care of someone with Parkinson's disease. What are tips on taking care of myself, too?
Answer: Take time for yourself. Learn as much as you can about your loved one's disease. Let your loved one participate. Don't try to do everything for your loved one. Although it's not easy to discuss these topics, you should be informed of your loved one's wishes regarding a living will, durable power of attorney, and do-not-resuscitate ( DNR) order. Set realistic goals for yourself and your loved one. Have someone you can talk to. And, if you are feeling depressed and having trouble coping, it's just as important to get care for yourself.
Question: How can a complete blood count help diagnose emphysema?
Answer: This simple blood test usually shows normal amounts of white and red blood cells. In advanced emphysema, your body produces more red blood cells to make up for decreased oxygen. These cells carry oxygen. If your white blood cell count is higher than normal, that's a possible sign of infection.
Question: How is a pulmonary function test (PFT) done to diagnose emphysema?
Answer: For this exam, you may sit inside an enclosed booth and breathe into a tube. This will allow your doctor to measure: How much air your lungs can hold How fast you can blow air out of your lungs How much air stays trapped in your lungs after you exhale Whether you're able to breathe better after using medicines you inhale, such as albuterol If you have normal lungs, you'll likely be able to empty most of the air from them in 1 second. If you have emphysema, it'll probably take longer.
Question: How does emphysema make you feel?
Answer: Your chest feels tight, you're out of breath much of the time, and you have a cough that won't go away. You may also experience wheezing.
Question: How can a chest X-ray or computed tomography (CT) scan help diagnose emphysema?
Answer: If you have advanced emphysema, your lungs will appear to be much larger than they should be. A CT scan of your chest will show if the air sacs (alveoli) in your lungs have been destroyed. These make it hard for you to breathe out like normal.
Question: Why would you take arginine?
Answer: Because it relaxes blood vessels, arginine might have cardiovascular benefits for some people. Some studies have shown an immune-boosting effect. It seems to improve the symptoms of kidney inflammation and assists kidney function after a transplant. They include dementia, hypertension, cancer, male infertility, diabetes, and obesity. But the results have been inconclusive.
Question: How much arginine should you take?
Answer: One common dosage is 2 to 3 grams three times a day, although lower and higher doses have also been studied. The safety of long-term arginine supplement use is not clear. Ask your doctor for advice. They could interact with birth control medicines, hormone therapy drugs, blood thinners, some painkillers, and medicines for erectile dysfunction, heartburn, high blood pressure, and diabetes.
Question: What is arginine?
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Question: What causes dandruff?
Answer: Skin cells that grow and die off too fast are the problem. Exactly why that happens isn't clear. A very common fungus called malassezia may contribute to dandruff. This fungus lives on the scalp of most healthy adults without causing any problems. One theory is that the immune system of someone with dandruff may overreact to that fungus. Dandruff may get worse when you're stressed or sick. Cold, dry winters can trigger dandruff or make it worse, too.
Question: What is the best way to plan the day if I have Alzheimer's disease?
Answer: Focus on things you enjoy and are able to do safely on your own. Take advantage of the times of the day when you feel best. It will be easier to get things done. Allow yourself the time to do what you need to do. Don't feel like you have to hurry or let other people rush you. If something gets too hard, take a break. Ask for help if you need it.
Question: What strategies can help you deal with memory problems if you have Alzheimer's disease??
Answer: To start: Keep a notebook or smartphone with you to keep track of important information, phone numbers, names, ideas you have, appointments, your address, and directions to your home. Put sticky notes around the house with reminders for yourself. Label cupboards and drawers with words or pictures that describe their contents. Ask a friend or family member to call and remind you of important things you need to do during the day, like taking medication and going to appointments. Keep photos of people you see often, and label the photos with their names.
Question: How do I take care of myself at home if I have Alzheimer's disease?
Answer: To make sure you're safe and have what you need at home, put some of these measures in place early so they become routine: Look into getting help with things like shopping, housekeeping, meals (including home-delivered ones), and transportation. The Area Agency on Aging or a local Alzheimer's organization can recommend some services. Ask a neighbor you trust to keep a set of your house keys. Ask a friend or family member to help you organize your closets and drawers to make it easier to find things. Keep a list of important and emergency numbers by the phone. Have family, friends, or a community service program call or visit daily to make sure everything is OK. Ask someone to check your smoke alarm regularly.
Question: Can you drive if you have Alzheimer's disease?
Answer: Talk to your doctor at each visit about driving. At some point, it may no longer be safe for you to drive. Until that happens, try to drive only in areas that you know well so you won't get lost. Ask the Department of Motor Vehicles about testing your driving skills.
Question: What are tips on talking to someone if I have Alzheimer's disease?
Answer: Don't feel like you have to hurry or let other people rush you. Keep these tips in mind when you're trying to talk with others: Always take your time, and don't feel like you need to rush. If you need to, ask the person you're speaking with to repeat what she's saying or to speak slowly. Avoid distracting noises, and find a quiet place to talk.
Question: How do I avoid getting lost if I have Alzheimer's disease?
Answer: Take directions with you, even if you're going somewhere you've been before. Ask for help if you need it. If you want to, you can explain that you have a memory problem. Just because you no longer drive doesn't mean you won't be able to get where you need to go. Choose someone you trust to handle your finances should you no longer be able to.
Question: Who gets exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)?
Answer: If the organ can't do its job, you can have digestive and other problems, such as: Loss of appetite Diarrhea Weight loss Loose, pale, oily, foul-smelling stools Stomach pain Gas and bloating Bone pain Muscle cramps Without treatment, EPI can make you malnourished -- you won't get enough important vitamins and nutrients from your diet -- and it can lead to other serious conditions, such as thinning bones (osteoporosis) or the blood condition anemia. EPI starts in people who have a damaged pancreas or a health condition that keeps the organ from working as it should. You might be at risk if you have: Surgery on your stomach, pancreas, or gallbladder A disorder that affects your pancreas, like cystic fibrosis, Shwachman- Diamond syndrome, or pancreatic cancer Stomach ulcers Celiac disease If you're on a low-fat diet for a pancreas-related condition, you might have EPI but no symptoms.
Question: How can cystic fibrosis cause exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)?
Answer: In this genetic disorder, your body makes a thick, sticky mucus that can block the pancreas and keep it from releasing enzymes. If you have cystic fibrosis, your doctor might want to test you for EPI. It's especially important to get pancreas problems diagnosed in children because they need the right amount of nutrients and vitamins to grow.
Question: What are symptoms of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)?
Answer: If the organ can't do its job, you can have digestive and other problems, such as: Loss of appetite Diarrhea Weight loss Loose, pale, oily, foul-smelling stools Stomach pain Gas and bloating Bone pain Muscle cramps Without treatment, EPI can make you malnourished -- you won't get enough important vitamins and nutrients from your diet -- and it can lead to other serious conditions, such as thinning bones (osteoporosis) or the blood condition anemia.
Question: Which specialist can diagnose exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)?
Answer: If you have cystic fibrosis, your doctor might want to test you for EPI. She may send you to a doctor who treats stomach diseases, called a gastroenterologist. This specialist will test you and recommend treatments that can help.
Question: How can chronic pancreatitis (CP) cause exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)?
Answer: Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency ( EPI) is a condition that happens when there's a problem with your pancreas, mainly with how well it helps you digest food. Heavy alcohol use and smoking cause chronic pancreatitis, but some types of it also run in families. In this genetic disorder, your body makes a thick, sticky mucus that can block the pancreas and keep it from releasing enzymes.
Question: What are the symptoms of arrhythmias?
Answer: When symptoms of arrhythmias, or an abnormal heart rhythm, are present, they may include: Palpitations (a feeling of skipped heart beats, fluttering or "flip-flops" in your chest) Pounding in your chest Dizziness or feeling light-headed Fainting Shortness of breath Chest discomfort Weakness or fatigue (feeling very tired) Atrial fibrillation ( AF) is a type of arrhythmia.
Question: What are the symptoms of valve disease that causes heart failure?
Answer: If valve disease causes heart failure, symptoms may include: Swelling of your ankles or feet; swelling may also occur in your abdomen, which may cause you to feel bloated. Quick weight gain (a weight gain of two or three pounds in one day is possible.) Symptoms of heart valve disease do not always relate to the seriousness of your condition. You may have no symptoms at all and have severe valve disease, requiring prompt treatment. Or, as with mitral valve prolapse, you may have severe symptoms, yet tests may show minor valve disease.
Question: What are the symptoms of congenital heart defects in infants and children?
Answer: In adults, if symptoms of congenital heart disease are present, they may include: Shortness of breath Limited ability to exercise Symptoms of heart failure (see above) or valve disease (see above) Symptoms of congenital heart defects in infants and children may include: Cyanosis (a bluish tint to the skin, fingernails, and lips) Fast breathing and poor feeding Poor weight gain Recurrent lung infections Inability to exercise Many people with heart muscle disease, or cardiomyopathy, have no symptoms or only minor symptoms, and live a normal life.
Question: What are the symptoms of heart muscle disease?
Answer: In adults, if symptoms of congenital heart disease are present, they may include: Shortness of breath Limited ability to exercise Symptoms of heart failure (see above) or valve disease (see above) Symptoms of congenital heart defects in infants and children may include: Cyanosis (a bluish tint to the skin, fingernails, and lips) Fast breathing and poor feeding Poor weight gain Recurrent lung infections Inability to exercise Many people with heart muscle disease, or cardiomyopathy, have no symptoms or only minor symptoms, and live a normal life. Other people develop symptoms, which progress and worsen as heart function worsens. Symptoms of cardiomyopathy may occur at any age and may include: Chest pain or pressure (occurs usually with exercise or physical activity, but can also occur with rest or after meals) Heart failure symptoms (see above) Swelling of the lower extremities Fatigue Fainting Palpitations (fluttering in the chest due to abnormal heart rhythms) Some people also have arrhythmias. These can lead to sudden death in a small number of people with cardiomyopathy.
Question: What should you do if you think you're having a heart attack?
Answer: Call for emergency help (dial 911 in most areas). Immediate treatment of a heart attack is very important to lessen the amount of damage to your heart. Symptoms of heart valve disease may include: Shortness of breath and/or difficulty catching your breath; you may notice this most when you are doing your normal daily activities or when you lie down flat in bed.
Question: How does genital herpes affect HIV?
Answer: Having genital herpes can increase the risk of being infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, and it can cause serious problems for people living with HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). People who have genital herpes sores are more likely to be infected with HIV during intercourse.
Question: Is it harder to treat genital herpes and HIV when you have both?
Answer: Higher doses of antiviral drugs are often needed to treat herpes in people with HIV. Also, many people with HIV have strains of the herpes virus that are resistant to treatment with the standard antiviral drugs.
Question: What happens when you have both genital herpes and HIV?
Answer: Research shows that when the herpes virus is active, it may cause HIV to make more copies of itself (the process called replication) than it would otherwise. The more HIV replicates, the more of the body's infection-fighting cells it destroys, eventually leading to AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome). People infected with both HIV and the herpes virus may have longer-lasting, more frequent, and more severe outbreaks of herpes symptoms, because a weakened immune system can't keep the herpes virus under control as well as a healthy immune system can. If the virus is resistant, there are other possible treatment alternatives, including the drugs Foscarnet and cidofovir.
Question: What are other ways to be aroused when you have chronic pain?
Answer: Share your feelings and fears with your partner and listen to your partner's concerns. Fear of pain associated with sex: It is natural to worry that sexual intercourse will cause you more physical pain. If intercourse is undesirable, there are other ways to be aroused, including: Touching: Explore your partner's body through touch. This may include cuddling, fondling, stroking, massaging and kissing. Oral sex: This form of contact may be an alternative or supplement to traditional intercourse. Try different positions -- some may feel better than others.
Question: How can chronic pain cause problems with sex?
Answer: A healthy, intimate relationship can positively affect all aspects of your life. Share your feelings and fears with your partner and listen to your partner's concerns. Fear of failure to perform: Pain, depression, alcohol and medications all can affect sexual performance or the ability to get aroused or have an orgasm. Sometimes, failure to perform is caused by stress and anxiety. In many cases, patience and understanding can help in overcoming performance problems. Many medications can reduce your sexual ability and/or cause impotence. If you suspect a medication may be affecting your sexual performance, don't stop taking the drug without first consulting your health care provider. You can have a healthy and satisfying relationship in spite of chronic pain.
Question: What is Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS)?
Answer: Actually a group of more than 10 disorders, EDS is characterized by over-flexible joints, stretchy skin, and abnormal growth of scar tissue. Symptoms can range from mild to disabling. Depending on the specific form of EDS, other symptoms may include: A curved spine Weak blood vessels Bleeding gums Problems with the lungs, heart valves, or digestion Epidermolysis bullosa ( EB).
Question: What are inherited disorders of connective tissue?
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Question: What is epidermolysis bullosa (EB)?
Answer: People with EB have skin that is so fragile that it tears or blisters as a result of a minor bump, stumble, or even friction from clothing. Some forms of EB may involve the digestive tract, the respiratory tract, the muscles, or the bladder. Caused by defects of several proteins in the skin, EB is usually evident at birth.
Question: what is osteogenesis imperfecta?
Answer: Osteogenesis imperfecta is a condition of brittle bones, low muscle mass, and lax joints and ligaments. There are several types of this condition. Specific symptoms depend on the specific type and may include: Blue or gray tint to the whites of the eyes Thin skin Curved spine Breathing problems Hearing loss Teeth that break easily The disease occurs when a mutation in two genes responsible for type 1 collagen reduces the amount or quality of the protein. Type 1 collagen is important to the structure of bone and skin.
Question: What is mixed connective tissue disease?
Answer: People with MCTD have some features characteristic of several diseases, including lupus, scleroderma, polymyositis or dermatomyositis, and rheumatoid arthritis. When this occurs, doctors often make the diagnosis of mixed connective tissue disease. While many people with mixed connective tissue disease have mild symptoms, others may experience life-threatening complications.
Question: What is vasculitis?
Answer: Vasculitis is a general term for more than 20 different conditions characterized by inflammation of the blood vessels. These can affect blood flow to the organs and other body tissues. Vasculitis can involve any of the blood vessels.
Question: What is scleroderma?
Answer: Actually a group of more than 10 disorders, EDS is characterized by over-flexible joints, stretchy skin, and abnormal growth of scar tissue. Scleroderma. Systemic sclerosis also involves the blood vessels and major organs.
Question: Does being treated with radiation for cervical cancer increase the odds of getting other cancers?
Answer: After cervical cancer, you may be more likely to get: Lung cancer Mouth, throat, or larynx cancers Stomach, pancreas, bladder, or ureter cancers Vulvar, vaginal, colorectal or anal cancers If you were treated with radiation, your odds of getting stomach, vagina, vulva, rectum, and urinary bladder cancers are higher. And you may have an increased risk of certain other cancers like acute myeloid leukemia and bone cancer.
Question: If I have cervical cancer, will my daughter have it too?
Answer: Doctors do think, however, that cervical cancer may run in some families. So if you have it, your daughter is 2 to 3 times more likely to have it than someone whose mother did not. This could be because women in the same family are more likely to have a condition that makes it harder for them to fight HPV.
Question: How often should I be seeing my doctor once I've finished treatment for cervical cancer?
Answer: After treatment, you need to have regular follow-up appointments. There's no single recommended schedule, but you should have physical exams every 3 to 4 months for 2 years. Then every 6 months for the next few years, and then once a year after that. How often you have follow-up appointments will depend on your specific situation and how long it's been since you've finished your treatment. You should still get a Pap test every year.
Question: What happens if cervical cancer doesn't go away after your first treatment?
Answer: If your cancer doesn't go away after your first treatment, you may have to get regular treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation to keep the cancer under control. Your doctor will discuss your options with you.
Question: Does cervical cancer always come back in the same place?
Answer: It's impossible for your doctor to know how likely it is that your cancer will come back.
Question: Will I be able to get pregnant if I have early-stage cervical cancer?
Answer: If you have early-stage cancer, you may be able to have less aggressive treatments so you'll still be able to have children. You'll probably have to wait 6 to 12 months before you can try to get pregnant so you can heal. But you could still have problems having a baby because the treatments can affect your fertility. If you do get pregnant, your doctor will need to monitor you closely because you may be more likely to have a miscarriage or early delivery.
Question: Will I still be able to have kids if I have cervical cancer?
Answer: Because you have a history of cervical cancer, you will likely need to continue having screenings for years after your treatment.
Question: What cancers am I most likely to get after cervical cancer?
Answer: After cervical cancer, you may be more likely to get: Lung cancer Mouth, throat, or larynx cancers Stomach, pancreas, bladder, or ureter cancers Vulvar, vaginal, colorectal or anal cancers If you were treated with radiation, your odds of getting stomach, vagina, vulva, rectum, and urinary bladder cancers are higher.
Question: How can I reduce the risk of getting other cancers after cervical cancer?
Answer: Continuing to see your doctor for regular checkups, even if you're finished with treatment, can help you stay aware of symptoms. Eating a healthy diet, exercising, limiting alcohol, and avoiding tobacco products can help reduce your risks.
Question: Can I get pregnant if I've had radical hysterectomy or radiation treatment for cervical cancer?
Answer: If you have a radical hysterectomy or radiation treatment, you won't be able to become pregnant. But technologies like egg preservation or embryo preservation prior to getting treatment mean you can likely still have a biological child with the help of a surrogate. Talk to your doctor about all your options and concerns.
Question: Am I more likely to get other cancers if I have had cervical cancer?
Answer: Even if you've been treated for cervical cancer, that doesn't necessarily mean you can't get other types of cancers. In some cases, your chances of developing a second cancer could go up.
Question: Is it possible for cervical cancer to come back after treatment?
Answer: It's impossible for your doctor to know how likely it is that your cancer will come back. In some cases, your chances of developing a second cancer could go up. It's possible to pass an increased risk of cervical cancer to your daughter, but it's not likely.