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Question: What are the signs of slow transit constipation?
Answer: Signs of this kind of constipation include: Not feeling the urge to go to the bathroom Pooping less than once a week Passing dry, hard stools A bloated or painful belly This type is more common in young women. Doctors aren't sure why. Laxatives and fiber may not work for this type, but behavioral training (biofeedback) may help.
Question: When does someone have a defecation disorder?
Answer: You may have this problem if you: Spend a lot of time on the toilet straining and pushing to move your bowels Use your fingers to get stool out or use enemas frequently Laxatives or fiber supplements don't relieve your constipation People with this type often have hemorrhoids, cracks around the anus called fissures, and hard, impacted stools. These problems need treatment because they can make it even more difficult and painful to go. It's not clear what brings this kind of constipation on, but it's often treated with behavioral and relaxation training.
Question: What are defecation disorders?
Answer: Defecation disorders: It takes coordinated muscle movements in your pelvic floor to move stool out of your body. These muscles, including your anal sphincter, need to relax at the right time for you to poop comfortably. If you have this type of constipation, you may feel the urge to go but have a hard time doing it. It may be painful.
Question: What is functional constipation?
Answer: When you have chronic (long-lasting) constipation, you need to find out what's causing it. It could be a medical condition or even medications that you take that are backing you up. But it could also be that your body's waste disposal system isn't working as it should. This is called functional or primary constipation. It's constipation not caused by something else, and it's more common in young children and older adults.
Question: What is normal transit constipation?
Answer: There are 3 different types: Normal transit constipation: This is the most common. When you have this, muscles in your colon squeeze and relax the way they should: not too fast and not too slow. Your waste moves at the right speed. Still, your stool may be hard and difficult to pass. You may have belly pain or bloating, too. It usually gets better by eating more fiber-rich foods or by using a certain kind of laxative.
Question: What is slow transit constipation?
Answer: Slow transit constipation: This means your colon isn't moving waste fast enough. Doctors don't know exactly why this happens.
Question: How can I figure out what type of functional constipation I have?
Answer: When you have chronic (long-lasting) constipation, you need to find out what's causing it. When you have this, muscles in your colon squeeze and relax the way they should: not too fast and not too slow.
Question: What are the side effects of  coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)?
Answer: Good food sources of Co Q10 include: Cold water fish, like tuna, salmon, mackerel, and sardines Vegetable oils Meats Side effects from Co Q10 seem to be rare and mild. They include diarrhea, nausea, and heartburn. Risks. People with chronic diseases such as heart failure, kidney or liver problems, or diabetes should be wary of using this supplement. Co Q10 may lower blood sugar levels and blood pressure. Doses of more than 300 milligrams may affect liver enzyme levels.
Question: Do I need more coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)?
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Question: Why would I want to take a coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) supplement?
Answer: Co Q10 is also used to treat heart failure and other heart conditions, possibly helping to improve some symptoms and lessen future cardiac risks when combined with regular medications, but the evidence is conflicting. Though still controversial, some preliminary evidence suggests that Co Q10 may help to prevent or treat the adverse effects, such as muscle pains and liver problems, of taking statin-type cholesterol drugs. Follow the instructions on the bottle or get advice from your doctor or a dietitian. Co Q10 may lower blood sugar levels and blood pressure.
Question: Does caffeine increase the risk of osteoporosis, heart disease, and cancer?
Answer: Here are the facts: Osteoporosis and caffeine. At high levels (more than 744 milligrams/day), caffeine may increase calcium and magnesium loss in urine. But recent studies suggest it does not increase your risk for bone loss, especially if you get enough calcium. You can offset the calcium lost from drinking one cup of coffee by adding just two tablespoons of milk. However, research does show links between caffeine and hip fracture risk in older adults. Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of caffeine on calcium metabolism. If you're an older woman, discuss with your health care provider whether you should limit your daily caffeine intake to 300 milligrams or less. Cardiovascular disease and caffeine. A slight, temporary rise in heart rate and blood pressure is common in those who are sensitive to caffeine. But several large studies do not link caffeine to higher cholesterol, irregular heartbeats, or an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. If you already have high blood pressure or heart problems, though, have a discussion with your doctor about your caffeine intake. You may be more sensitive to its effects. Also, more research is needed to tell whether caffeine increases the risk for stroke in people with high blood pressure. Cancer and caffeine. Reviews of 13 studies involving 20,000 people revealed no relationship between cancer and caffeine. In fact, caffeine may even have a protective effect against certain cancers.
Question: Is caffeine harmful for women trying to get pregnant?
Answer: Many studies show no links between low amounts of caffeine (a cup of coffee per day) and any of the following: trouble conceiving miscarriage birth defects premature birth low birth rate At the same time, for pregnant women or those attempting pregnancy, the March of Dimes suggests fewer than 200 milligrams of caffeine per day. This is equal to one large cup of coffee per day. This recommendation comes because, in limited studies, women consuming higher amounts of caffeine had an increased risk for miscarriage.
Question: Does caffeine have a dehydrating effect?
Answer: However, the fluid you consume in caffeinated beverages tends to offset the effects of fluid loss when you urinate. The bottom line is that although caffeine does act as a mild diuretic, studies show drinking caffeinated drinks in moderation doesn't actually cause dehydration.
Question: What happens if you suddenly stop taking caffeine?
Answer: If you stop taking caffeine abruptly, you may have symptoms for a day or more, especially if you consume two or more cups of coffee a day. Symptoms of withdrawal from caffeine include: headache fatigue anxiety irritability depressed mood difficulty concentrating No doubt, caffeine withdrawal can make for a few bad days.
Question: Can caffeine can help you sober up?
Answer: Actually, research suggests that people only think caffeine helps them sober up. For example, people who drink caffeine along with alcohol think they're OK behind the wheel. But the truth is reaction time and judgment are still impaired.
Question: Does caffeine harm children?
Answer: Some kids are sensitive to caffeine, developing temporary anxiety or irritability, with a "crash" afterwards. Also, most caffeine that kids drink is in sodas, energy drinks, or sweetened teas, all of which have high sugar content. These empty calories put kids at higher risk for obesity. Even if the caffeine itself isn't harmful, caffeinated drinks are generally not good for kids.
Question: Is caffeine addictive?
Answer: Caffeine is a stimulant to the central nervous system, and regular use of caffeine does cause mild physical dependence. But caffeine doesn't threaten your physical, social, or economic health the way addictive drugs do.
Question: Does caffeine cause insomnia?
Answer: But it also gets rid of it quickly. Processed mainly through the liver, caffeine has a relatively short half-life. This means it takes about five to seven hours, on average, to eliminate half of it from your body. After eight to 10 hours, 75% of the caffeine is gone. For most people, a cup of coffee or two in the morning won't interfere with sleep at night. Consuming caffeine later in the day, however, can interfere with sleep. If you're like most people, your sleep won't be affected if you don't consume caffeine at least six hours before going to bed. Your sensitivity may vary, though, depending on your metabolism and the amount of caffeine you regularly consume. People who are more sensitive may not only experience insomnia but also have caffeine side effects of nervousness and gastrointestinal upset.
Question: How often should someone with multiple sclerosis (MS) exercise and rest?
Answer: Exercise as often as you can without tiring yourself out. If the moves take too much effort, try working out in a cool-temperature pool. You'll put less pressure on your joints that way, so you'll use less energy. Rest when you need to. Stay active, but don't overdo it. Balance activity with periods of rest to give your muscles a chance to recover.
Question: What can help strengthen muscles for someone with multiple sclerosis (MS)?
Answer: Exercise keeps your muscles flexible and strong. It's a good idea to combine three types of exercise: Strength training. To keep your muscles strong, work them with light weights or exercise bands a couple of times a week.
Question: What type of exercise can help symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS)?
Answer: Put yourself in motion. Exercise keeps your muscles flexible and strong. It's a good idea to combine three types of exercise: Strength training. To keep your muscles strong, work them with light weights or exercise bands a couple of times a week. If you get a muscle spasm in the middle of your routine, stop and wait a few minutes for it to relax. Also stop if you feel any pain. Exercise should never hurt.
Question: What can I do when I have multiple sclerosis to strengthen my muscles?
Answer: Medicine and physical therapy can strengthen your muscles, prevent stiffness, and improve flexibility when you have multiple sclerosis ( MS).
Question: Should I work on my range of motion if I have multiple sclerosis?
Answer: To prevent stiffness, do exercises that take your joints through their full range of motion. For example, lift your arm up and over your head, or bring your leg out to the side and back.
Question: Should I exercise if I have multiple sclerosis?
Answer: Put yourself in motion. Exercise keeps your muscles flexible and strong.
Question: Should I stretch if I have multiple sclerosis?
Answer: Do a series of stretches at least twice a week. Pay special attention to muscles that tend to get tight and spasm, like the quadriceps, hamstrings, and calves. As you stretch, slowly move each muscle into position. Hold the position for up to 1 minute. Then gently release it. You can do these exercises alone, or you can work with a physical therapist who will show you how to do each movement safely and effectively.
Question: How often should I rest when I have multiple sclerosis?
Answer: Rest when you need to. Stay active, but don't overdo it. Balance activity with periods of rest to give your muscles a chance to recover.
Question: Should I do strength training if I have multiple sclerosis?
Answer: To keep your muscles strong, work them with light weights or exercise bands a couple of times a week. If you get a muscle spasm in the middle of your routine, stop and wait a few minutes for it to relax. Also stop if you feel any pain. Exercise should never hurt.
Question: Should I exercise often if I have multiple sclerosis?
Answer: Exercise as often as you can without tiring yourself out. If the moves take too much effort, try working out in a cool-temperature pool. You'll put less pressure on your joints that way, so you'll use less energy.
Question: Should I shift positions often to relieve muscle spasms from multiple sclerosis?
Answer: Sometimes you can relieve muscle spasms just by shifting position. To ease spasms in your knees and hips, lie on your stomach. Or turn on your side and put a pillow or rolled-up towel between your knees.
Question: Should I try relaxation techniques to sleep at night if I have multiple sclerosis?
Answer: Massage is another great way to soothe tight muscles so you can sleep.
Question: What is the treatment for IBS-M?
Answer: There is no cure for IBS, so the goal of treatment is to ease your symptoms so you feel better and can tackle your daily activities. When constipation is a major problem, as it often is with IBS- M, your doctor may suggest you take a fiber supplement. Prescription medications may also be part of your treatment. They may include drugs for constipation, diarrhea, pain, and depression or anxiety. However, drug treatment is often a challenge with IBS- M. That's because medication for diarrhea can make constipation worse, and vice-versa. The best medications for IBS- M may be those that have only a short-term effect.
Question: What common tests can diagnose mixed irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-M)?
Answer: Your doctor may order a few common tests, such as: Basic blood tests, including a complete blood count, to rule out other diseases A blood test for celiac disease (when your body can't digest gluten) If your main symptom is diarrhea, your doctor may test your stool If you have any âred flagâ issues such as weight loss, fever, bleeding, or a family history of digestive diseases (including colon cancer), you may need a colonoscopy.
Question: What are three types of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?
Answer: IBS causes digestive problems like cramping, belly pain, and bloating; and diarrhea, constipation, or both. There are three types, which are grouped by the main bowel problem that you have. IBS- D (diarrhea) IBS- C (constipation) IBS- M (mixed), also known as IBS- A (alternating) It's called âmixedâ because you go back and forth between diarrhea and constipation, sometimes pretty quickly.
Question: What should you know about IBS-M?
Answer: IBS- D (diarrhea) IBS- C (constipation) IBS- M (mixed), also known as IBS- A (alternating) It's called âmixedâ because you go back and forth between diarrhea and constipation, sometimes pretty quickly.
Question: What can help with IBS-M?
Answer: Relaxation techniques can also be a big help for people with the condition. Techniques like meditation or hypnosis can help ease symptoms and calm some of the stress of living with IBS- M.
Question: What are the different types of irritable bowel syndrome?
Answer: IBS causes digestive problems like cramping, belly pain, and bloating; and diarrhea, constipation, or both. There are three types, which are grouped by the main bowel problem that you have. IBS- D (diarrhea) IBS- C (constipation) IBS- M (mixed), also known as IBS- A (alternating) It's called âmixedâ because you go back and forth between diarrhea and constipation, sometimes pretty quickly.
Question: What diet changes are recommended for mixed irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-M)?
Answer: You may need to try some diet changes to find out which foods make you feel better and which ones make your symptoms worse. For example, if gas is a problem, see if you feel better by avoiding foods that can cause it, such as: Beans Onions Celery Carrots Raisins Apricots Prunes Brussels sprouts Pretzels Bagels Many people with IBS feel better when they follow a diet that's low in FODMAPs, a type of carbohydrate.
Question: What tests are used to diagnose IBS-M?
Answer: Some possible reasons behind it include: Your genes Infections Inflammation The way your brain and your digestive tract signal each other Psychological factors, like stress or past trauma Your diet Gut bacteria There are no tests that can tell for sure whether you have IBS- M. It's tough for doctors to diagnose any type of the condition. They generally rely on the symptoms you describe and their experience treating IBS to make a diagnosis.
Question: When do you need a colonoscopy for IBS-M?
Answer: Your doctor may order a few common tests, such as: Basic blood tests, including a complete blood count, to rule out other diseases A blood test for celiac disease (when your body can't digest gluten) If your main symptom is diarrhea, your doctor may test your stool If you have any âred flagâ issues such as weight loss, fever, bleeding, or a family history of digestive diseases (including colon cancer), you may need a colonoscopy. For this test, the doctor looks inside your large intestine using a tool with a tiny camera.
Question: How is mixed irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-M) treated?
Answer: There is no cure for IBS, so the goal of treatment is to ease your symptoms so you feel better and can tackle your daily activities. When constipation is a major problem, as it often is with IBS- M, your doctor may suggest you take a fiber supplement. Prescription medications may also be part of your treatment. They may include drugs for constipation, diarrhea, pain, and depression or anxiety. However, drug treatment is often a challenge with IBS- M. That's because medication for diarrhea can make constipation worse, and vice-versa. The best medications for IBS- M may be those that have only a short-term effect.
Question: What causes mixed irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-M)?
Answer: Doctors don't really know what causes the condition. It may happen for a number of reasons, which could be different from person to person. Some possible reasons behind it include: Your genes Infections Inflammation The way your brain and your digestive tract signal each other Psychological factors, like stress or past trauma Your diet Gut bacteria There are no tests that can tell for sure whether you have IBS- M. It's tough for doctors to diagnose any type of the condition.
Question: What can you do to live with IBS-M?
Answer: For some, medications can be an important part of getting IBS- M under control. But there's more you can do to feel better -- physically and mentally -- with this condition. You may need to try some diet changes to find out which foods make you feel better and which ones make your symptoms worse. For example, if gas is a problem, see if you feel better by avoiding foods that can cause it, such as: Beans Onions Celery Carrots Raisins Apricots Prunes Brussels sprouts Pretzels Bagels Many people with IBS feel better when they follow a diet that's low in FODMAPs, a type of carbohydrate. Others say it helps to avoid foods that have lactose, the sugar in milk.
Question: What causes IBS-M?
Answer: It may happen for a number of reasons, which could be different from person to person. Some possible reasons behind it include: Your genes Infections Inflammation The way your brain and your digestive tract signal each other Psychological factors, like stress or past trauma Your diet Gut bacteria There are no tests that can tell for sure whether you have IBS- M. It's tough for doctors to diagnose any type of the condition.
Question: Why is mixed irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-M) called mixed?
Answer: IBS- D (diarrhea) IBS- C (constipation) IBS- M (mixed), also known as IBS- A (alternating) It's called âmixedâ because you go back and forth between diarrhea and constipation, sometimes pretty quickly. And some studies have found that people with this type tend to have more belly pain or discomfort than those who have IBS- C or D. The difference between occasional digestive issues and IBS is that, with IBS, discomfort and bowel troubles are common and go on for months.
Question: What do I need to know about alternating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-M)?
Answer: The same goes for constipation. But if you get both of them often, you may have a type of irritable bowel syndrome ( IBS). Specifically, you may have IBS- M, the mixed type. IBS- D (diarrhea) IBS- C (constipation) IBS- M (mixed), also known as IBS- A (alternating) It's called âmixedâ because you go back and forth between diarrhea and constipation, sometimes pretty quickly.
Question: What will your doctor check for to diagnose IBS-M?
Answer: Your doctor may order a few common tests, such as: Basic blood tests, including a complete blood count, to rule out other diseases A blood test for celiac disease (when your body can't digest gluten) If your main symptom is diarrhea, your doctor may test your stool If you have any âred flagâ issues such as weight loss, fever, bleeding, or a family history of digestive diseases (including colon cancer), you may need a colonoscopy. If you have any new symptoms, tell your doctor.
Question: When is colonoscopy used in the diagnosis of mixed irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-M)?
Answer: IBS- D (diarrhea) IBS- C (constipation) IBS- M (mixed), also known as IBS- A (alternating) It's called âmixedâ because you go back and forth between diarrhea and constipation, sometimes pretty quickly. Your doctor may order a few common tests, such as: Basic blood tests, including a complete blood count, to rule out other diseases A blood test for celiac disease (when your body can't digest gluten) If your main symptom is diarrhea, your doctor may test your stool If you have any âred flagâ issues such as weight loss, fever, bleeding, or a family history of digestive diseases (including colon cancer), you may need a colonoscopy. For this test, the doctor looks inside your large intestine using a tool with a tiny camera.
Question: What is IBS-M?
Answer: The same goes for constipation. But if you get both of them often, you may have a type of irritable bowel syndrome ( IBS). Specifically, you may have IBS- M, the mixed type. IBS- D (diarrhea) IBS- C (constipation) IBS- M (mixed), also known as IBS- A (alternating) It's called âmixedâ because you go back and forth between diarrhea and constipation, sometimes pretty quickly.
Question: What are some alternative therapies for menopause symptoms?
Answer: These are the most effective treatments for hot flashes, and can also help with vaginal dryness and mood problems. If you are unable or do not want to take hormones, there are treatments that your doctor can prescribe to alleviate some of the symptoms of menopause. Talk to your doctor before taking any of these therapies.
Question: What are side effects of medications for spinal stenosis?
Answer: Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the canal in your spinal column that affects mostly people age 50 and older. Spinal stenosis is commonly treated with medication, both over-the-counter and prescription. Too many NSAIDs can cause ulcers and other stomach problems and, especially among older people, may increase the chance of heart attacks and strokes. They might also interact with other medicines. Always check with your doctor before taking any medications, even those that don't need a prescription.
Question: How might surgery help treat spinal stenosis?
Answer: Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the canal in your spinal column that affects mostly people age 50 and older. Some also use traction, which involves pulling bones further apart to make more room for the nerves. If these treatments don't work, your doctor may suggest surgery, especially if: You're in a lot of pain You have trouble walking You can't control your bladder In fact, your doctor may recommend surgery first if you have severe symptoms.
Question: What should you do if you have skin cysts?
Answer: Try putting a bathwater-warm washcloth on it for 20 to 30 minutes, three to four times a day, to help soothe it and speed healing. Wrap it in a bandage if it starts to drain and make an appointment with your doctor.