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Question: Can pelvic organ prolapse (POP) have complications?
Answer: Other things can raise your risk, like: Having surgery or radiation on your pelvic area Breaking your back or the bones in your pelvis Chronic constipation, because of the pushing and straining Chronic cough (it puts pressure on your pelvic organs) Obesity Doing a lot of heavy lifting over and over Getting older Having family members who have it Being white Having a hysterectomy Giving birth for the first time at a young age Smoking Pelvic organ prolapse is rarely life threatening. But it can cause a few problems, such as: Bladder control problems (urinary incontinence) A kink in the urethra, the tube that carries your urine outside your body. This can make it hard to pee. Bowel control problems (fecal incontinence), with liquid or solid stools coming out Problems having bowel movements when stools get trapped Pain during sex Urinary tract infections Kidney damage if it blocks your pee There are things you can to do tighten your pelvic muscles and reduce your risk.
Question: What is your pelvis?
Answer: Some of your body tissue can stick out of your vagina.
Question: What causes pelvic organ prolapse (POP)?
Answer: If you delivered a baby through your vagina (not by C-section), you have the biggest risk for POP. The more times you give birth, the higher your risk. But just because you've had babies, doesn't mean you're going to have a prolapse.
Question: What is pelvic organ prolapse (POP?
Answer: Sometimes, the muscles and other kinds of tissue that hold everything in place get stretched out, weak, or torn. When that happens, some of your body parts can drop down below where they're supposed to be. Some of your body tissue can stick out of your vagina. This is called prolapse. It can affect all the organs in your pelvis.
Question: What can raise your risk of pelvic organ prolapse (POP)?
Answer: Other things can raise your risk, like: Having surgery or radiation on your pelvic area Breaking your back or the bones in your pelvis Chronic constipation, because of the pushing and straining Chronic cough (it puts pressure on your pelvic organs) Obesity Doing a lot of heavy lifting over and over Getting older Having family members who have it Being white Having a hysterectomy Giving birth for the first time at a young age Smoking Pelvic organ prolapse is rarely life threatening.
Question: Can I prevent pelvic organ prolapse (POP)?
Answer: Bowel control problems (fecal incontinence), with liquid or solid stools coming out Problems having bowel movements when stools get trapped Pain during sex Urinary tract infections Kidney damage if it blocks your pee There are things you can to do tighten your pelvic muscles and reduce your risk. For instance, Kegel exercises can help strengthen the nerves and muscles in your pelvis. Making certain lifestyle changes might help, too. If you're overweight, for example, try to shed some pounds. Overweight women are more likely to get POP than those who maintain a healthy weight. Drink lots of fluids and eat high-fiber foods. This will help you to avoid constipation. Remember, constantly pushing and straining will only make the prolapse worse. Try not to lift anything heavy. If you must, learn to lift the right way --with your legs, not your back or abs. If you smoke, stop. Smoking increases your risk of POP. And see a doctor about any health issues you might have, like a cough that won't go away. Coughing puts pressure on your pelvic muscles and can make your prolapse worse.
Question: What are some things you might notice from fibrocystic breast changes?
Answer: Aside from a difference in the way your breast tissue feels, you might notice that: Changes are similar in both breasts Dark brown or green discharge leaks from your nipples Lumps change size during your menstrual cycle Pain or discomfort increases before your period Yes.
Question: What is the treatment for fibrocystic breast changes?
Answer: You usually won't need any -- unless your doctor finds it's cancer. If it's a cyst, your doctor can puncture and drain it. This can lessen pain and pressure, but the fluid can come back. Sometimes, cysts go away on their own. Some women find relief if they avoid caffeine. This is found in coffee, tea, chocolate, and sodas. Studies haven't proven a link, but if you have fibrocystic breasts, you might try cutting back to see if it helps.
Question: How can you ease discomfort from fibrocystic breast changes?
Answer: Fibrocystic breast changes aren't harmful. Take a diuretic, a drug that helps drain fluid from your body. Keep it on at night if needed.
Question: How are fibrocystic breast changes diagnosed?
Answer: When you touch your breasts, do you notice that they feel lumpy or rope-like? Aside from a difference in the way your breast tissue feels, you might notice that: Changes are similar in both breasts Dark brown or green discharge leaks from your nipples Lumps change size during your menstrual cycle Pain or discomfort increases before your period Yes. She might be able to evaluate your breasts from the shape, density, and other signs from the images. This means getting a sample of your breast tissue. It's usually done in an office or clinic with a needle. Some women need surgery. The biopsy will show if a lump is a cyst or solid. It'll tell your doctor if the growth is cancerous.
Question: How can you take insulin therapy for type 2 diabetes?
Answer: You can't take insulin by mouth, because your stomach juices keep it from working properly. You might inject it using a syringe or a pen. Some people use an insulin pump. Insulin can be long-lasting or fast-release. Your doctor will decide what kind works best for you.
Question: How are non-insulin diabetes medicine categorized?
Answer: Non-insulin meds are split into six categories, based on how they work. They are: Metformin, which works in your liver Thiazolidinediones (or glitazones), which improve sugar removal from your blood Secretagogues, which help your pancreas make more insulin Starch blockers, which slow down how your body absorbs sugar from food Incretin-based therapies, which help your liver make less sugar and also slow how you absorb food. They can be pills or shots. Amylin analogs, injectable drugs that work much like incretin-based therapies. Some pills include two types of medication. These are called combination oral medicines.
Question: What happens if my diabetes medicine changes?
Answer: You and your doctor may also want to consider possible side effects.
Question: How do I know which medicines are the best for my type 2 diabetes?
Answer: If one medicine isn't enough to control your type 2 diabetes, you and your doctor should work together to find the best mix for you. Usually, you'll keep taking metformin and add something else. What that is may depend on your situation.
Question: What are the different types of diabetes medicine?
Answer: Most people with type 2 start with non-insulin ones. Non-insulin meds are split into six categories, based on how they work.
Question: What is combination therapy for type 2 diabetes?
Answer: Even if you change your lifestyle and take your medicine as directed, your blood sugar may still get worse over time. That doesn't mean you've done something wrong. Diabetes is progressive, and many people eventually need more than one drug. When you take more than one drug to control your type 2 diabetes, that's called combination therapy. Most people with type 2 start with non-insulin ones. They are: Metformin, which works in your liver Thiazolidinediones (or glitazones), which improve sugar removal from your blood Secretagogues, which help your pancreas make more insulin Starch blockers, which slow down how your body absorbs sugar from food Incretin-based therapies, which help your liver make less sugar and also slow how you absorb food.
Question: Who should I ask about my medicine for my type 2 diabetes?
Answer: If you're on just one medicine, it's probably metformin, a pill or liquid that cuts down how much glucose your liver makes. You'll need to see your doctor more often when you start taking a new combination of drugs.
Question: Which combination of medicine do I need to control my type 2 diabetes?
Answer: If you're on just one medicine, it's probably metformin, a pill or liquid that cuts down how much glucose your liver makes. When you take more than one drug to control your type 2 diabetes, that's called combination therapy. Usually, you'll keep taking metformin and add something else. What that is may depend on your situation. You'll need to see your doctor more often when you start taking a new combination of drugs. Your doctor will decide what kind works best for you.
Question: Why do I need more medicine for my type 2 diabetes?
Answer: Diabetes is progressive, and many people eventually need more than one drug. When you take more than one drug to control your type 2 diabetes, that's called combination therapy. If one medicine isn't enough to control your type 2 diabetes, you and your doctor should work together to find the best mix for you.
Question: When do I need to call my doctor about a cut or scrape?
Answer: Check with your doctor or go to the emergency room if: The cut is deep, long, or the edges are jagged. You may need stitches and a tetanus shot. The cut or scrape is from a dirty or rusty object. You may need a tetanus shot. The injury is from an animal or human bite. You can't stop the bleeding with direct pressure. You can't get dirt out of the wound. The cut is on your face or near a joint, like on your fingers. The skin around the cut gets red and swollen or develops red streaks. Pus drains from the cut. You have a fever of more than 100.4 F (in either an adult or child).
Question: When should you call 911 about a medical emergency?
Answer: Emergencies Call 911 for any medical emergency, including when a person has: Chest pain A serious allergic reaction Bleeding that won't stop Trouble breathing What should I do when I call 911?
Question: What are the signs that my child is allergic to the insect?
Answer: It's normal for the skin around the insect sting to swell up and get red. But call 911 or go to the emergency room if you see any of these signs of an allergic reaction: Dizziness Hives -- red, itchy bumps on the skin Stomach cramps, vomiting, or diarrhea Swelling of the tongue Trouble breathing, wheezing Anyone who has allergies to bees, wasps, or other stinging insects should keep an epinephrine auto-injector at home, work, and school in case of a sting.
Question: Do I need to bandage a cut or scrape?
Answer: Do I need to bandage a cut or scrape? You don't need to bandage every cut and scrape. Some heal more quickly when left uncovered to stay dry. But if the cut is on a part of the body that might get dirty or rub against clothes, put on a bandage to protect it. Change the bandage every day or whenever it gets wet or dirty.
Question: How should I use gauze and tape?
Answer: Wash your hands with soap and water. You can also wear gloves. Gently wash the wound with a wet piece of gauze or washcloth. Place a piece of clean gauze over the wound. Apply tape around the edges of the gauze to hold it in place.
Question: What should I put on an emergency contact sheet?
Answer: Emergency Contact Sheet FOR AN EMERGENCY: DIAL 911 Poison Control Center: 800-222-1222 Police: Fire: Hospital name: Phone: Doctor's name: Phone: Dentist's name: Phone: Pharmacy name: Phone: Health insurance plan: Policy number: Phone: Emergency Contact 1 Name: Relationship: Phone: Emergency Contact 2 Name: Relationship: Phone: Family contact information Home phone: Address: Parent name: Cell number: Work number: Medical Conditions: Allergies/ Other info: Parent name: Cell number: Work number: Medical Conditions: Allergies/ Other info: Child's name: Child's date of birth: Medical Conditions: Allergies/ Other info: Child's name: Child's date of birth: Medical Conditions: Allergies/ Other info: Child's name: Child's date of birth: Medical Conditions: Allergies/ Other info:
Question: Where should I store my first aid kit?
Answer: Your kit should be easy to find. But it should be kept in a high, childproof cabinet, far away from kids' prying fingers. Keep one full-sized kit in a central spot at home, such as your kitchen or bathroom. Then put a smaller kit in your car or purse for when you're on the road.
Question: How can I prepare for an emergency?
Answer: Keep a fully stocked first-aid kit in your home and car. Have up-to-date copies of each person's medical history in your home and car. Post an emergency contact sheet next to each phone in the house. Show it to everyone who spends time in your home, including family members and babysitters. Make sure your children know what number to dial -- 911 -- and what they should tell the operator.
Question: How do I treat a nosebleed?
Answer: Most of the time you can stop the flow with a few simple steps: Lean the head slightly forward, so blood doesn't run down the throat. With a tissue or washcloth, gently press the nostrils together to stop the bleeding. Hold the nose for at least 5 minutes. Then check to see if the bleeding has stopped. If it hasn't stopped, gently squeeze for another 10 minutes. Call the doctor or go to an emergency room if: The bleeding hasn't stopped after 15 to 20 minutes or keeps starting again. The bleeding is fast and there's a lot of blood. The bleeding is from an injury to your nose or face. You feel faint or weak.
Question: How do topical antibiotic ointments for cuts or scrapes work?
Answer: Topical antibiotics are medicines you put on your skin to kill bacteria. Most cuts and scrapes will heal without ointment, but they can reduce scars and help the wound heal faster. If you do use an antibiotic ointment, apply it to your skin one to three times a day and then cover with a clean bandage.
Question: How do I treat bee, wasp, and other insect stings?
Answer: Here's what to do: If the insect has left behind a stinger, remove it from the skin so less of the venom gets into your body. You can scrape out the stinger with the edge of a credit card or the dull edge of a knife. Don't squeeze the stinger. You might release more of the venom into your skin. Once the stinger is out or if there is no stinger, wash the area around the sting with soap and water. Hold an ice pack or cool washcloth to the sting to stop it from swelling. Spread calamine lotion or baking soda mixed with water to relieve pain. To prevent itching, use a spray or cream containing hydrocortisone or antihistamine.
Question: How long should a cut or scrape be covered?
Answer: Once a solid scab has formed, you can take off the bandage.
Question: When should I see a doctor about a burn?
Answer: Serious burns need to be treated by a doctor or in a hospital. Call for medical help if: You have a third-degree burn. The burn is larger than 2 to 3 inches. The burn is on your face, hands, feet, or over a joint like your shoulder or knee. The burn goes all the way around a hand, arm, foot, or leg. The pain gets worse instead of better. The burn was caused by electricity or a chemical. You see fluid or pus oozing from the burn.
Question: What should I do when I call 911 about a medical emergency?
Answer: Tell the operator: The type of emergency The telephone number you're calling from The address where the emergency is happening Details about the person's condition -- what happened to them, the type of injuries they have, and what has been done so far to treat them The 911 operator might tell you step by step how to help the person who has been injured. DO NOT HANG UP until the operator hangs up.
Question: How do I treat a minor cut or scrape?
Answer: Follow these steps to keep cuts clean and prevent infections and scars. Put pressure on the cut with a gauze pad or clean cloth. Keep the pressure on for a few minutes. Clean the wound. Once you've stopped the bleeding, rinse the cut under cool running water or use a saline wound wash. Clean the area around the wound with soap and a wet washcloth. Don't get soap in the cut, because it can irritate the skin. And don't use hydrogen peroxide or iodine, which could irritate the cut. Remove any dirt or debris. Use a pair of tweezers cleaned with alcohol to gently pick out any dirt, gravel, glass, or other material in the cut. You can't stop the bleeding with direct pressure. Don't have either on hand? You could damage the skin and cause an infection.
Question: How do I remove a splinter?
Answer: How do I remove a splinter? If the splinter is sticking out of the skin: Wash the skin around the splinter with soap and water. Clean a pair of tweezers with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol. Grab the end of the splinter with the tweezers. Pull it out at the same angle as the splinter went in. Clean the skin again with soap and water. If the splinter is under the skin: Wash the skin around the splinter with soap and water. Clean a needle and tweezers with alcohol. Gently scrape away the skin above the splinter with the needle until you can see the top of the splinter. Grab the end of the splinter with the tweezers and pull it out at the same angle it went in. Clean the skin again with soap and water.
Question: How do I treat a sunburn?
Answer: First, wash up with soap and water so you don't get bacteria into the cut and cause an infection. Use a baking soda paste or hydrocortisone cream 4 times a day to relieve itching. Apply an antiseptic spray, antibiotic ointment, or aloe vera cream to soothe the area. Soothe your burned skin with a cool, damp washcloth. Or take a cool shower or bath. Pat your skin dry afterward. Do not use lotions that contain petroleum, benzocaine, or lidocaine. If the sunburn is really sore, take acetaminophen, ibuprofen, or naproxen to relieve the pain. Give your sunburn time to heal. Cover your burned skin with clothing and a hat to protect it when you go outside. See a doctor if you have blisters on the sunburn, or you get a fever or chills. Don't pop the blisters. They could get infected. To get as much of the oil off as possible, clean your skin with soap and lukewarm water.
Question: Is there a vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)?
Answer: There's no vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus. But a medication called palivizumab may prevent RSV infections and protect high-risk babies from serious complications of RSV infection. If your baby is at high risk, your doctor may give them a monthly shot of it during peak RSV season.
Question: How do you treat respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in babies and young children at home?
Answer: Use a cool-mist vaporizer to keep the air moist and make breathing easier.
Question: How do you treat respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in babies when the case is severe?
Answer: Babies with more serious cases may need to go to a hospital, where their treatment may include: Oxygen IV fluids Medications to open their airways
Question: What children are most at risk for severe infection from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)?
Answer: The chance of a severe infection is highest for: Babies born prematurely Children younger than 2 who were born with heart or lung disease Infants and young children whose immune systems are weakened because of illness or medical treatment Children under 8 to 10 weeks old To diagnose RSV, your child's doctor will probably look at their medical history and do a physical exam, including listening to their lungs.
Question: What is respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)?
Answer: But for a small percentage, infection with RSV can lead to serious, sometimes life-threatening problems such as pneumonia or bronchiolitis, an inflammation of the small airways of the lungs. There's no vaccine for respiratory syncytial virus. Most babies and young children can be cared for at home: Remove sticky nasal fluids with a bulb syringe and saline drops.
Question: What are steps to prevent respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in children?
Answer: For most babies and young children, the infection causes nothing more than a cold. Tests for RSV include: Blood and urine tests to look for a bacterial infection and make sure your child isn't dehydrated Chest X-rays to look for any signs of pneumonia Tests of material scraped out of your child's nose or mouth Steps you can take to try to avoid and prevent RSV include: Avoid kissing your baby if you have cold symptoms. Clean and disinfect hard surfaces. If possible, keep your baby away from anyone, including siblings, with cold symptoms. Keep your baby away from crowds. Ask people to wash their hands before they touch your baby.
Question: How can a migraine with aura be confused with a stroke?
Answer: A migraine with aura is the kind that can be confused with a stroke. An aura affects your senses and usually happens before the headache. You may see light flashes, zig-zagged lines, or blind spots, or you might feel tingling or numbness in your arms, legs, or face. You might have ringing in your ears or trouble speaking. Sometimes, you'll have those symptoms but never get a headache. That tends to happen more often as you get older.
Question: Will medicines and lifestyle changes lower my risk of having a stroke?
Answer: In general, medicines and lifestyle changes (like quitting smoking) that lower your risk of a stroke may also keep you from having migraine.
Question: How can I tell the difference between a migraine and a stroke?
Answer: It can be hard to tell the difference between a migraine with aura and a TIA. Here's what to look for: With a stroke, symptoms usually come on suddenly. With a migraine, they happen gradually; the headache usually starts small and gets more painful. A stroke is more likely to have what are called "negative" symptoms such as you might lose sight in one eye or lose feeling in one of your hands or feet. A migraine is more likely to have "positive" symptoms. That means added sensations, like flashes in your vision or tingling in your skin. If you're young, it's more likely to be a migraine. If you're older, it's more likely to be a stroke, especially if you've never had a migraine before or you have high blood pressure or an irregular heartbeat.
Question: What are the causes of a stroke?
Answer: There can be two causes. Either a blood vessel is blocked, for instance with a blood clot, or a blood vessel tears or bursts and causes bleeding in or around the brain.
Question: Do migraines without aura affect my chances of having a stroke?
Answer: But they may make you more likely to have other heart-related problems.
Question: What is a transient ischemic attack?
Answer: Other common symptoms are: Numbness or weakness, especially on one side of your body Trouble speaking or trouble understanding others Vision problems in one or both eyes Sudden dizziness or loss of balance or coordination Confusion The kind of stroke that tends to be mistaken for a migraine is called a transient ischemic attack, or TIA. It's also known as a "mini stroke" because blood flow to your brain is cut off only for a short time. Symptoms are less severe than with a regular stroke and may last less than an hour.
Question: When should you assume your migraine could be stroke?
Answer: If you're over 40 and have never had a migraine, assume your pain is something more serious. People who get migraine typically have it most of their lives. It's rare to have your first symptoms when you're older. If you get migraine and your aura symptoms or headaches seem different than what you've typically experienced,, get checked out. Most people with migraine have similar symptoms each time.
Question: What are signs of a stroke?
Answer: A sudden severe headache can be a sign of a stroke. Other common symptoms are: Numbness or weakness, especially on one side of your body Trouble speaking or trouble understanding others Vision problems in one or both eyes Sudden dizziness or loss of balance or coordination Confusion The kind of stroke that tends to be mistaken for a migraine is called a transient ischemic attack, or TIA.
Question: What medications that treat migraines might cause a stroke?
Answer: Certain medications for migraine headaches, including ergot alkaloids and triptans, can narrow your arteries. If you've had a stroke, you shouldn't take those.