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Question: What are symptoms to look out for regarding high blood pressure?
Answer: This is especially important if you have a close relative who has high blood pressure. If your blood pressure is extremely high, there may be certain symptoms to look out for,including: Severe headache Fatigue or confusion Vision problems Chest pain Difficulty breathing Irregular heartbeat Blood in the urine Pounding in your chest, neck, or ears If you have any of these symptoms, see a doctor immediately. You could be having a hypertensive crisis that could lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Question: What is the definition of emphysema?
Answer: This and chronic bronchitis are the two main types of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD), the third-leading cause of death in the United States. These conditions are called âobstructiveâ because it's as though something is blocking the smooth flow of air in and out of the lungs.
Question: What are the top two causes of emphysema
Answer: Most of the time, tobacco is the main culprit. AAT deficiency: Alpha-1 antitrypsin ( AAT) is a natural protein that circulates in human blood. If you have AAT deficiency, your normal white blood cells will damage your lungs. The harm is even worse if you smoke. Over time, most people with severe AAT deficiency develop emphysema.
Question: What are the different types of echinacea?
Answer: It's important to note that there are different species of echinacea, such as Echinacea purpurea, Echinacea pallida, and Echinacea angustifolia.
Question: What are risks of echinacea?
Answer: Although rarely, echinacea can cause allergic reactions. Some can be serious. If you have asthma or an allergy to certain plants and flowers -- like ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, or daisies -- be cautious when using echinacea. Taking echinacea by injection is dangerous. Check with a doctor before using echinacea if you have an autoimmune disease like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, MS, or if you have HIV.
Question: What are natural food sources of echinacea?
Answer: There is no standard dose of echinacea.
Question: What are side effects of echinacea?
Answer: When taken at normal doses, echinacea causes few side effects. Some people have reported symptoms like upset stomach, headache, sore throat, drowsiness, and rash.
Question: How can echinacea interact with other drugs?
Answer: If you take any drugs regularly -- particularly drugs that suppress the immune system -- talk to your doctor before you start using echinacea supplements. There is also some concern that echinacea could cause liver problems in people who are also taking certain painkillers (like Tylenol), antidepressants, blood thinners, sedatives, and other drugs.
Question: Can echinacea help with a cold?
Answer: Studies have had mixed results. So far, evidence suggests that echinacea may prevent the common cold. It also might help as a treatment. Some studies, many of them small, have found that taking echinacea may reduce the length of a cold and the severity of its symptoms. However, two large clinical trials found no benefits at all.
Question: Is a persistent cough a sign that you may need a change in your heart failure treatment?
Answer: Persistent cough An ongoing wheeze or cough that brings up white or slightly blood-colored mucus can be another symptom of fluid building up in your lungs. Call the doctor if you notice it.
Question: How does diabetes affect your foot health?
Answer: It makes them more likely to get ulcers and infections.
Question: What are shoe inserts?
Answer: Shoe inserts can help with foot problems like flat arches and foot and leg pain. They provide extra support for different parts of your feet, like your heel, arch, or ball of the foot. You can get them over-the-counter. They're different from custom orthotics, which are prescribed by a doctor and designed for your feet.
Question: What causes my feet to stink?
Answer: The two main culprits are sweating of the feet and your shoes. When your sweat mingles with the bacteria in your shoes and socks, it creates an odor.
Question: How can I get my feet to sweat less?
Answer: Start with good foot hygiene: Wash your feet with antibacterial soap. Make sure to clean between your toes. Dry your feet, and sprinkle them with cornstarch, foot powder, or antifungal powder. Wear moisture-wicking socks. Change socks frequently throughout the day. Still can't control it? See a doctor. Treatment options include prescription roll-on antiperspirants, Botox injections, iontophoresis (a treatment that temporarily plugs sweat glands) and surgery.
Question: How can I prevent warts?
Answer: Follow these tips: Wear flip-flops in public showers, locker rooms, and pool areas. Change your shoes and socks every day. Keep your feet dry (warts thrive in moisture). Don't touch other people's warts or warts on other parts of your body.
Question: When should I call a doctor about foot pain?
Answer: Get to a doctor immediately if you: Have an open wound See signs of infection Are not able to walk Can't put weight on your foot Have diabetes and a wound that's either not getting better or is warm, red, deep, or swollen How can I prevent foot pain?
Question: How do I treat corns?
Answer: Mild corns and calluses don't usually need treatment and will go away on their own. But there are some things you can do to help them go away more quickly: Wear thick socks to protect your skin. Rub your callus with a pumice stone while you're in the bath or shower. Use corn pads to relieve pressure. Apply salicylic acid to help dissolve corns and calluses. Be sure to follow directions carefully so you don't damage healthy skin. Never use acid treatments on your feet if you have diabetes. Wear prescription foot orthotics.
Question: What are the main causes of foot pain?
Answer: Several things could be causing your aches. For women, high heels may be the biggest culprit. Other causes include being overweight, wearing poorly constructed shoes, a foot injury or a bruise, or faulty biomechanics, meaning that your walking gait isn't quite normal.
Question: How can I prevent foot pain?
Answer: Solutions depend on what's triggering your pain, but here are some general pointers to remember: Wear properly fitted shoes, replacing them if they have too much wear on the heels or soles. Wear the right shoes for any activity you're doing. Avoid wearing high heels every day, and don't wear any that are higher than 2 inches. Lose weight if you need to. Give yourself time to warm up and cool down when you exercise. Stop smoking. Use an over-the-counter shoe insert or pad that targets your particular problem.
Question: How can I relieve foot pain?
Answer: Spend more time off your feet. Massage your feet to ease tension and aches. You can rub your feet with your hands or move them over a rolling pin. Take an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication for pain. Wear shoe inserts. Over-the-counter inserts may provide enough support. In some cases, your doctor may recommend prescription orthotics, which will be specially made for you. If you have swelling that hasn't improved within 2 to 5 days, pain that continues for a few weeks, or have burning pain, numbness, or tingling in your foot, call your doctor.
Question: How do I treat athleteâs foot?
Answer: Athlete's foot can be hard to treat. See your doctor to make sure it is a fungus and not another condition. Soaking your feet in warm water with Epsom salt may provide some relief. Your doctor may suggest an over-the-counter antifungal powder, cream, or spray or prescribe some medication you apply directly to your skin. In some cases, your doctor may prescribe antifungal pills. Be sure to keep using your medication as directed, even if your symptoms have gone away. This will help prevent it from returning.
Question: How can I prevent corns?
Answer: Because irritation is the main cause of corns and calluses, a few simple strategies can help you avoid them: Wear shoes that fit your feet properly. Avoid wearing high heels every day. Use gel pad inserts to further cut down on rubbing and pressure on your foot.
Question: Why do my feet sweat so much?
Answer: It's likely inherited. Most people sweat when it's hot out, but people with hyperhidrosis sweat all the time. Hyperhidrosis is more common in men than women and in younger adults. Stress, medications, and hormonal changes can also trigger your body to sweat more. What problems can sweaty feet cause?
Question: How can I control my foot odor?
Answer: Follow these tips: Wash your feet daily in warm water with mild soap. Dry them thoroughly. Dust your feet with baby powder or nonmedicated foot powder. You might also try applying an antibacterial ointment. Change your socks and shoes at least once a day. Wear shoes that let your feet breathe: leather, canvas, and mesh are good options, not nylon or plastic. Avoid wearing the same shoes 2 days in a row. Or use a solution of one part vinegar and two parts water. Move your ankles around and wiggle your toes for 5 minutes two to three times a day.
Question: How do I find the best insert for my feet?
Answer: Here's what you need to know. For low arches or flat feet: Arch support For extra cushioning: Insoles For extra cushioning in the heel: Heel liners or heel cups To prevent shoes rubbing against heels or toes: Foot cushions If the store allows, spend a few minutes walking around with the insert in your shoe before you buy it. If you feel any discomfort, consider another insert.
Question: What can I do to take better care of my feet?
Answer: Check them daily for cuts, sores, swelling, and infected toenails. Give them a good cleaning in warm water, but avoid soaking them because that may dry them out. Moisturize them every day with lotion, cream, or petroleum jelly. Don't put moisturizer between your toes. You want to keep the skin there dry to prevent infection. Avoid wearing tight-fitting shoes. Skip the flip-flops and flats. Rotate your shoes so you're not wearing the same pair every day. Trim your toenails straight across with a nail clipper. Then use an emery board or nail file to smooth the corners, which will prevent the nail from growing into your skin.
Question: How do I treat warts?
Answer: Never use acid treatments on your feet if you have diabetes. Don't try to treat warts yourself. Your doctor may remove the wart with a laser or by minor surgery, or use liquid nitrogen or a prescription topical. Although there are many over-the-counter wart treatments, you should only use them if your doctor advises it. Your doctor may suggest an over-the-counter antifungal powder, cream, or spray or prescribe some medication you apply directly to your skin.
Question: What is laser skin resurfacing?
Answer: Laser skin resurfacing removes skin layer by layer with precision. The new skin cells that form during healing give the skin a tighter, younger looking surface. The procedure can be done alone or with other cosmetic surgeries on the face. The doctor may treat wrinkles around your eyes, mouth, or forehead individually or treat your entire face.
Question: How can nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)  cause your psoriasis to be worse?
Answer: These are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. They're painkillers that ease joint pain and swelling from psoriatic arthritis. But they also can trigger psoriasis flare-ups. Naproxen ( Aleve) and indomethacin ( Tivorbex) are NSAIDs that have been linked to the skin condition. Others also might cause problems. If you have trouble with NSAIDs, ask your doctor if you can try a different kind of pain reliever, such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol).
Question: Can NSAIDs be used to treat psoriatic arthritis?
Answer: They're painkillers that ease joint pain and swelling from psoriatic arthritis. But they also can trigger psoriasis flare-ups. Naproxen ( Aleve) and indomethacin ( Tivorbex) are NSAIDs that have been linked to the skin condition. Others also might cause problems. If you have trouble with NSAIDs, ask your doctor if you can try a different kind of pain reliever, such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol).
Question: How can mental health medicines cause your psoriasis to be worse?
Answer: Some drugs that treat mental health issues like depression or bipolar disorder can make your psoriasis worse. They include fluoxetine ( Prozac, Sarafem) and lithium. A few medications that treat anxiety, panic disorders, and sleep problems may affect your skin condition, too: Alprazolam ( Niravam, Xanax) Clonazepam ( Klonopin) Diazepam ( Valium) Your doctor may lower the dose of these medicines to see if that helps. You might, though, need to switch to something else.
Question: What blood pressure medicines can make psoriasis worse?
Answer: If you have heart disease or a heart rhythm problem, you might take a medicine that's been linked to psoriasis flares. These drugs include: Amiodarone Digoxin ( Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin) Gemfibrozil ( Lopid) Quinidine Talk with your doctor if you take one of these meds.
Question: What other medicines could trigger a flare?
Answer: A few other drugs to discuss with your doctor include: Antibiotics like tetracycline. They're often used to treat infections like pneumonia. Drugs called interferons. They help your body fight off viruses like hepatitis C. Terbinafine ( Lamisil, Terbinex). This medicine treats infections caused by a fungus such as toenail fungus.
Question: How can antimalarial drugs cause your psoriasis to be worse?
Answer: If your plans include travel to southern Africa or another part of the world where malaria is common, you might need medicine to protect yourself against the mosquito-borne disease. But be aware. If you have psoriasis, chloroquine ( Aralen) and hydroxychloroquine ( Plaquenil) can cause problems.
Question: How can blood pressure meds cause your psoriasis to be worse?
Answer: If that happens, your doctor may suggest other treatments that don't cause flare-ups to manage your health problems. If you have heart disease or a heart rhythm problem, you might take a medicine that's been linked to psoriasis flares.
Question: What drugs that treat heart conditions can make psoriasis worse?
Answer: If you have trouble with NSAIDs, ask your doctor if you can try a different kind of pain reliever, such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol). These drugs include: Amiodarone Digoxin ( Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin) Gemfibrozil ( Lopid) Quinidine Talk with your doctor if you take one of these meds. If your plans include travel to southern Africa or another part of the world where malaria is common, you might need medicine to protect yourself against the mosquito-borne disease.
Question: How can heart drugs cause your psoriasis to get worse?
Answer: If you have trouble with NSAIDs, ask your doctor if you can try a different kind of pain reliever, such as acetaminophen ( Tylenol). If you have heart disease or a heart rhythm problem, you might take a medicine that's been linked to psoriasis flares. These drugs include: Amiodarone Digoxin ( Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin) Gemfibrozil ( Lopid) Quinidine Talk with your doctor if you take one of these meds.
Question: What causes ocular migraines?
Answer: It tends to: Affect one side of your head Feel moderately or very painful Throb or pulsate Feel worse when you move around Other symptoms include: Nausea Vomiting Being sensitive to light or sound Experts aren't sure what causes ocular migraine. Some feel that the problem is linked to: Spasms in blood vessels in the retina, the lining in the back of the eye Changes that spread across the nerve cells in the retina It's rare, but people who have these types of migraine may have a higher risk of permanent vision loss in one eye.
Question: How do you know if your headache is a sign of an ocular migraine?
Answer: A headache that lasts from 4 to 72 hours. It tends to: Affect one side of your head Feel moderately or very painful Throb or pulsate Feel worse when you move around Other symptoms include: Nausea Vomiting Being sensitive to light or sound Experts aren't sure what causes ocular migraine.
Question: What medications can you use to treat ocular migraines?
Answer: There's been little research on the best way to treat or prevent ocular migraine. Your doctor may recommend one or more drugs: Drugs that treat epilepsy, such as sodium ( Depakote, Depakene) or ( Topamax) Tricyclic antidepressants, such as amitriptyline ( Elavil) or nortriptyline ( Pamelor) Blood pressure medicines called beta-blockers
Question: What can happen if you have ocular migraines?
Answer: Some feel that the problem is linked to: Spasms in blood vessels in the retina, the lining in the back of the eye Changes that spread across the nerve cells in the retina It's rare, but people who have these types of migraine may have a higher risk of permanent vision loss in one eye. Experts don't know if medications that prevent migraines -- such as tricyclic antidepressants or anti-seizure medications -- can help prevent that vision loss. But if you have ocular migraine, even if they go away on their own, it's a good idea to talk to your doctor about your symptoms.
Question: What extended headache symptoms are warning signs of an ocular migraine?
Answer: It tends to: Affect one side of your head Feel moderately or very painful Throb or pulsate Feel worse when you move around Other symptoms include: Nausea Vomiting Being sensitive to light or sound Experts aren't sure what causes ocular migraine.
Question: What is the treatment for ocular migraines?
Answer: Other blood vessel problems related to autoimmune diseases Drug abuse Conditions that keep your blood from clotting normally, like sickle cell disease and polycythemia Ocular migraine symptoms usually go away on their own within 30 minutes, so most people don't need treatment for them. It's best to stop what you're doing and rest your eyes until your vision goes back to normal. If you have a headache, take a pain reliever that your doctor recommends.
Question: What medications treat ocular migraines?
Answer: There's been little research on the best way to treat or prevent ocular migraine. Your doctor may recommend one or more drugs: Drugs that treat epilepsy, such as sodium ( Depakote, Depakene) or ( Topamax) Tricyclic antidepressants, such as amitriptyline ( Elavil) or nortriptyline ( Pamelor) Blood pressure medicines called beta-blockers
Question: How do you know if you have ocular migraines?
Answer: See your doctor to find out if you have ocular migraine. He can rule out other conditions that can cause similar symptoms. Be ready to describe what you went through as completely as you can to help him figure out what's really going on.
Question: Are there warning signs of an ocular migraine?
Answer: Warning signs that it's coming on are: Vision problems that affect just one eye.
Question: Can doctors diagnose ocular migraine?
Answer: He can rule out other conditions that can cause similar symptoms. Be ready to describe what you went through as completely as you can to help him figure out what's really going on. But if you have ocular migraine, even if they go away on their own, it's a good idea to talk to your doctor about your symptoms.
Question: How common are ocular migraines?
Answer: It's a rare problem. Some research suggests that in many cases, the symptoms are due to other problems. Some feel that the problem is linked to: Spasms in blood vessels in the retina, the lining in the back of the eye Changes that spread across the nerve cells in the retina It's rare, but people who have these types of migraine may have a higher risk of permanent vision loss in one eye.
Question: What is an ocular migraine?
Answer: If you have ocular migraine, you may get vision loss or blindness in one eye for a short time -- less than an hour. You can have it along with or after a migraine headache. You may hear your doctor call ocular migraine by some other names, such as visual, retinal, ophthalmic, or monocular migraines.
Question: What vision problems affecting one eye are warning signs of an ocular migraine?
Answer: Regular migraine attacks can also cause vision problems, called an aura, which can involve flashing lights and blind spots. Warning signs that it's coming on are: Vision problems that affect just one eye. It might happen for only a few minutes or up to 30 minutes. It can be hard to tell whether you're having symptoms in one eye only. If you're not sure, cover one eye and then the other.
Question: How do you know if your vision problem is a sign of ocular migraines?
Answer: Warning signs that it's coming on are: Vision problems that affect just one eye. It might happen for only a few minutes or up to 30 minutes. It can be hard to tell whether you're having symptoms in one eye only. If you're not sure, cover one eye and then the other.
Question: What health history affects your risk for uveitis?
Answer: If you've had trauma to your eye or surgery on it, you may be more likely to get uveitis. You're also at greater risk if you have: AIDS Ankylosing spondylitis, a type of arthritis Lupus Multiple sclerosis Psoriasis Rheumatoid arthritis Shingles Tuberculosis Ulcerative colitis Your doctor may: Put special drops in your eyes to make your pupils bigger (they may say âdilateâ).
Question: What happens in an eye pressure check for uveitis?
Answer: Ask you to use your eyes to follow an object that moves up and down, left and right, without turning your head Have you read an eye chart Test your peripheral (side) vision Your doctor may use special tools to check that the pressure within your eye is healthy and that fluids are able to drain out of your eyes well. You may hear them call it a âtonometry test.â Eyes with uveitis become inflamed.
Question: How is a special dye used to treat uveitis?
Answer: They might want to look at the blood vessels in your uvea, since they may be inflamed. Your doctor may inject you with a special dye that glows green in fluorescent light. The dye goes into a vein in your arm. Once it reaches your eye, the doctor can take a picture of your lit-up blood vessels. If they're damaged or inflamed, your doctor will see it.
Question: What other tests are used to treat uveitis?
Answer: In some cases, your doctor may order tests like an MRI, CT scan, X-ray, or even a skin test to find the cause of your uveitis. If these tests find that another disease is causing it, your eye doctor should send you to a specialist for a follow-up.
Question: What does it mean if you have uveitis?
Answer: With the proper care, your eye doctor can help prevent the glaucoma, cataracts, or blindness uveitis can cause. Ask you to use your eyes to follow an object that moves up and down, left and right, without turning your head Have you read an eye chart Test your peripheral (side) vision Your doctor may use special tools to check that the pressure within your eye is healthy and that fluids are able to drain out of your eyes well.
Question: What are symptoms of burning mouth syndrome (BMS)?
Answer: Your mouth can feel like you just drank hot coffee or had some hot soup. You also might have trouble swallowing, a dry mouth, a sore throat, or a bad taste of metal in your mouth. If the painful burning doesn't go away or gets worse, see your dentist or doctor.
Question: What is burning mouth syndrome (BMS)?
Answer: Most often, the pain is on the tip of your tongue or roof of your mouth. But sometimes it's in the front of your mouth or on the inner part of your lips. It often lasts for many years. About a third of people who have BMS say it started after some kind of dental work, an illness, or a course of medication. But most can't link it to any unusual event.