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Question: How do aerobic exercises help people with multiple sclerosis?
Answer: Exercise isn't just good for your overall health, it's an important part of multiple sclerosis ( MS) treatment. Some type of aerobic exercise is important -- it lifts mood and boosts your heart health. Walking, running, and biking are all good. If you have leg weakness or other problems moving, you could try other things like rowing or water aerobics.
Question: What does congestive heart failure do to your body?
Answer: Congestive heart failure can cause: Shortness of breath: This happens when fluid collects in your lungs. It's also called pulmonary edema. It may be worse when you're lying down or when you're active. If you're having a hard time breathing, call your doctor or 911 right away. Coughing: Like shortness of breath, this is usually caused by extra fluid in your lungs. Tiredness: With heart failure, your body doesn't pump out enough blood to keep your cells healthy. That can make you tired. You might find it hard to do everyday things like climb stairs. Swelling (also called edema): This happens when there's too much fluid in your tissues. Your legs and ankles are the most likely places to swell. But other areas of your body, like your arms or belly, can also swell. Weight gain: This is caused by extra fluid that doesn't get flushed from your body the way it should. A need to pee more often.
Question: What should you know about congestive heart failure?
Answer: It means it's not pumping blood the way it should. When that happens, blood and fluid can back up in your body and make it harder for your kidneys to flush out sodium and water. That can make you hold on to too much fluid, which causes swelling. There's no cure. But your doctor may give you medication to do things like lower your blood pressure, relax your blood vessels, make your heart beat stronger, or ease swelling. And diet and lifestyle changes -- like not smoking -- can help, too. Anything that damages your heart muscle or makes it work too hard can lead to congestive heart failure.
Question: What causes congestive heart failure?
Answer: Congestive heart failure doesn't mean your heart has stopped. But your doctor may give you medication to do things like lower your blood pressure, relax your blood vessels, make your heart beat stronger, or ease swelling. Anything that damages your heart muscle or makes it work too hard can lead to congestive heart failure. High blood pressure: Blood pressure is the force of your blood as it pushes against the walls of your arteries. Other forms of heart disease, including heart valve disease, congenital heart defects, and coronary heart disease. Certain medical treatments, including cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation. Thyroid disease. HIV and AIDS. Alcohol or drug abuse.
Question: Is strength training beneficial if I have rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: You can also use machines at a gym or hand-held weights at home. Try out resistance bands, too. It'll take time to get stronger. Make your strength training workouts harder over time. Do them every other day. If you're new to weightlifting, book a few sessions with a physical therapist or a trainer for pointers.
Question: Is cardio beneficial if I have rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: Anything that gets your heart rate up counts. If you want to succeed, do what you enjoy. Whether it's hiking, low-impact aerobics, rowing, swimming, or dancing, it's all fair game. Aim for 30 minutes on most days of the week.
Question: Should I make an exercise plan if I have rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: To give your body everything it needs, make sure your exercise plan covers these basics: Cardio (aerobic exercise).
Question: How are denser bones beneficial for rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: Arthritis-related inflammation, and some of the drugs that treat it, can make your bones more fragile and more likely to break. Working out boosts bone density, which could mean fewer fractures.
Question: Does exercising if I have rheumatoid arthritis make me feel better?
Answer: A good workout boosts your mood, gives you more energy, helps you sleep better, and can make you feel better about yourself.
Question: How are stronger muscles beneficial for rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: Moving your joints helps relieve stiffness and keeps them flexible.
Question: Should I check with the doctor before I exercise with rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: Check with your doctor first. Ask if any activities are off-limits. You may be able to do more than you think.
Question: How is a healthier heart beneficial for rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: Exercise is good for everyone's ticker. If you have RA, that's especially important, since the condition makes you more likely to get heart disease.
Question: How is better flexibility good for rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: Moving your joints helps relieve stiffness and keeps them flexible.
Question: Are there benefits of exercising when I have rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: The perks include: Better flexibility.
Question: Is flexibility beneficial if I have rheumatoid arthritis?
Answer: They should be relaxing, and they shouldn't hurt. They'll help you stay limber and move better.
Question: What things do I need to consider before treating central precocious puberty (CPP)?
Answer: Most doctors treat a child younger than 7 years old. When you're thinking about whether to treat CPP in an older child, you'll want to think about: Your child's age How slow or fast they're developing How your child has been reacting The chance of early menstruation Concerns about their height as an adult Talk these things over with your child's doctor before you make any decisions.
Question: What is central precocious puberty?
Answer: But central precocious puberty ( CPP) is a rare condition. It happens when the body matures sooner -- perhaps years earlier -- than expected. Puberty usually starts around age 7 1/2 in girls and around age 9 in boys. For some children, such as those who are African- American or Hispanic, normal puberty may happen as early as age 6 in girls and age 8 in boys. But with CPP, signs of puberty, such as budding breasts and body hair, show up much sooner than parents might anticipate. It's more common for girls.
Question: What's the treatment for central precocious puberty?
Answer: If your doctor can find a specific cause, he'll treat that. In some cases, doctors can use a drug to block sex hormones and prevent further development. The part of the body where they get the shot or implant may hurt a bit, or their skin might get irritated around that spot, but there don't seem to be any long-term side effects. You'll probably want to keep up the treatment until your child gets old enough to let puberty continue -- around age 11 for girls and 12 for boys.
Question: How can I help my child deal with emotions related to central precocious puberty?
Answer: Talk with your child's doctor about what's happening. Keep the lines of communication open. Encourage your child to talk freely about her feelings. Treat your kid appropriately for her age. Watch out for teasing. Do what you can to boost her self-esteem. Try to focus your praise on academics or activities, rather than appearance.
Question: How do I know if my child has central precocious puberty?
Answer: Early puberty can also cause problems with bone growth. If the symptoms aren't severe, it can be hard to tell if it's CPP. Your doctor may want your child to see a doctor who focuses on children's hormones and growth, called a pediatric endocrinologist. He'll look for signs of puberty, but he may also check: Hormone levels Bone age Blood tests check levels of hormones. X-rays help find out if your child's bones are maturing too early. MRI or CT scans can rule out a tumor. These tests scan and make pictures of the inside of the body and brain.
Question: Where can I get support about central precocious puberty (CPP)?
Answer: But central precocious puberty ( CPP) is a rare condition. Most kids want to fit in with their peers.
Question: What are eating tips for when trying to lose weight?
Answer: Write down your reasons for wanting to lose weight. Sitting at home watching TV could be a trigger to eat when you're not hungry. If you're bored or stressed, go for a walk or text a friend. Eating out?
Question: Can alcohol abuse lead to memory loss?
Answer: In large amounts, alcohol makes it harder to form new memories or store information you've learned. If you binge drink -- have many drinks in a short time -- you may sometimes âblack out.â You can forget entire chunks of time. If you keep drinking too much, memory loss can become permanent.
Question: Can depression lead to memory loss?
Answer: Your memory and emotions are closely connected. Depression, stress, or anxiety can affect your focus. When you can't focus, you can't remember very well. If you feel sad or have lost interest in things you once enjoyed, see a mental health professional to get treated. Antidepressants and talk therapy can help with depression.
Question: Can a vitamin B12 deficiency lead to memory loss?
Answer: Too little vitamin B12 in your diet can also affect your memory. This nutrient helps your body use energy from food, and it protects nerve cells so you can think clearly. Your body doesn't make vitamin B12. You get it from foods such as meat, fish, milk, cheese, and eggs. Some vegans might not get enough vitamin B12 from diet alone. If you're low in this vitamin, ask your doctor about taking a supplement.
Question: Can brain tumors cause memory loss?
Answer: Damage to the brain from a tumor or its treatments can affect memory. Chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation can affect your ability to think clearly. Cancer can also make you so tired that you can't think straight. Take care of yourself while you're being treated for cancer. Eat well and get plenty of rest to save energy and keep your memory.
Question: Can strokes lead to memory loss?
Answer: Without oxygen-rich blood, brain cells start to die. A stroke can cause short-term or long-term memory loss. You might forget things you've learned or get easily confused.
Question: Can head injuries lead to memory loss?
Answer: A fall, car accident, or other hard knock to the head can leave you unable to remember people or events. Even if the injury doesn't knock you unconscious, it can lead to memory loss. Depending on how severe the hit to your head was, the memory issues might go away or be permanent.
Question: What should you do if you have memory loss?
Answer: If you're worried about memory loss, see your doctor. She will ask questions about your symptoms and do tests to find out what's behind the problem. Many causes of memory loss can be treated.
Question: Is memory loss normal?
Answer: Many of these causes are treatable. Here are some things that can lead to sudden memory loss -- and what you can do about them: Many prescription drugs you might take can affect your memory. If you feel sad or have lost interest in things you once enjoyed, see a mental health professional to get treated.
Question: What is amnesia?
Answer: When you can't focus, you can't remember very well. It can be caused by injury or damage to your brain.
Question: What can help diagnose lung cancer and improve its symptoms?
Answer: If fluid is present in the area between the tissue layers lining the chest wall and lungs, removal of the fluid with a needle (called a thoracentesis) may help diagnose cancer as well as improve breathing symptoms. If the fluid tests negative for cancer cells -- which occurs about 60% of the time -- then a procedure known as a video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (or VATS) may be performed to examine the lining of the lung for tumors and to perform a biopsy.
Question: Where can lung cancer spread to?
Answer: Lung cancer, which originates in the lungs, can also spread to other parts of the body, such as distant bones, the liver, adrenal glands, or the brain. It may be first discovered in a distant location, but is still called lung cancer if there is evidence it started there.
Question: Who should undergo a low-dose helical CT screening for lung cancer?
Answer: However, groups such as the American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute say low-dose helical CTscreening should be offered to those at high risk of lung cancer. That includes smokers and former smokers ages 55 to 74 who have smoked for 30 pack-years or more and either continue to smoke or have quit within the past 15 years. A pack-year is the number of cigarette packs smoked each day multiplied by the number of years a person has smoked. Their guidelines are based on research that showed CT screening decreases the chance of death overall but increases the chance of having a false alarm that requires more testing.
Question: Can lung cancers spread to other parts of the body?
Answer: Lung cancer, which originates in the lungs, can also spread to other parts of the body, such as distant bones, the liver, adrenal glands, or the brain. It may be first discovered in a distant location, but is still called lung cancer if there is evidence it started there.
Question: Does removal of fluid lining the lung help diagnose lung cancer or improve breathing symptoms?
Answer: If fluid is present in the area between the tissue layers lining the chest wall and lungs, removal of the fluid with a needle (called a thoracentesis) may help diagnose cancer as well as improve breathing symptoms. If the fluid tests negative for cancer cells -- which occurs about 60% of the time -- then a procedure known as a video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (or VATS) may be performed to examine the lining of the lung for tumors and to perform a biopsy.
Question: Should low-dose helical CT screening be offered to those at high risk of lung cancer?
Answer: However, groups such as the American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute say low-dose helical CTscreening should be offered to those at high risk of lung cancer. That includes smokers and former smokers ages 55 to 74 who have smoked for 30 pack-years or more and either continue to smoke or have quit within the past 15 years. A pack-year is the number of cigarette packs smoked each day multiplied by the number of years a person has smoked. Their guidelines are based on research that showed CT screening decreases the chance of death overall but increases the chance of having a false alarm that requires more testing.
Question: Are chest X-rays effective for diagnosing lung cancer?
Answer: Because saliva, mucus, and chest X-rays have not proved particularly effective in detecting small tumors characteristic of early lung cancer, annual chest X-rays for lung cancer screening are not recommended.
Question: Do lung cancers affect blood levels?
Answer: Your doctor may suspect lung cancer if a routine physical exam reveals: Swollen lymph nodes above the collarbone Weak breathing Abnormal sounds in the lungs Dullness when the chest is tapped Unequal pupils Droopy eyelids Weakness in one arm Expanded veins in the arms, chest, or neck Swelling of the face Some lung cancers produce abnormally high blood levels of certain hormones or substances such as calcium. If a person shows such evidence and no other cause is apparent, a doctor should consider lung cancer.
Question: How is lung cancer diagnosed?
Answer: Your doctor may suspect lung cancer if a routine physical exam reveals: Swollen lymph nodes above the collarbone Weak breathing Abnormal sounds in the lungs Dullness when the chest is tapped Unequal pupils Droopy eyelids Weakness in one arm Expanded veins in the arms, chest, or neck Swelling of the face Some lung cancers produce abnormally high blood levels of certain hormones or substances such as calcium.
Question: How is diagnosis of lung cancer confirmed?
Answer: Though exams of mucus or lung fluid may reveal fully developed cancer cells, diagnosis of lung cancer is usually confirmed through a lung biopsy. With the patient lightly anesthetized, the doctor guides a thin, lighted tube through the nose or mouth and down the air passages to the site of the tumor, where a tiny tissue sample can be removed. This is called a bronchoscopy and the scope is called a bronchoscope. This is useful for tumors near the center of the lung.
Question: What tests are used to diagnose the type of lung cancer?
Answer: Lung cancer, which originates in the lungs, can also spread to other parts of the body, such as distant bones, the liver, adrenal glands, or the brain. Nearby lymph nodes can be tested for cancer cells with a procedure called a mediastinoscopy, while imaging techniques such as CT scans, PET scans, bone scans, and either an MRI or a CT scan of the brain can detect cancer elsewhere in the body.
Question: Is lung cancer visible on an X-ray?
Answer: Once lung cancer begins to cause symptoms, it is usually visible on an X-ray. Occasionally, lung cancer that has not yet begun to cause symptoms is spotted on a chest X-ray taken for another purpose. Nearby lymph nodes can be tested for cancer cells with a procedure called a mediastinoscopy, while imaging techniques such as CT scans, PET scans, bone scans, and either an MRI or a CT scan of the brain can detect cancer elsewhere in the body.
Question: What tests do doctors use to determine the type of lung cancer and how far it has spread?
Answer: Lung cancer, which originates in the lungs, can also spread to other parts of the body, such as distant bones, the liver, adrenal glands, or the brain. Nearby lymph nodes can be tested for cancer cells with a procedure called a mediastinoscopy, while imaging techniques such as CT scans, PET scans, bone scans, and either an MRI or a CT scan of the brain can detect cancer elsewhere in the body.
Question: How can you manage dilated pupils?
Answer: Try to avoid the drug in the future, if you can. If you need the medication for a health problem, ask your doctor if there's a different drug you can try that won't affect your eyes. While your eyes are dilated, they will be more sensitive to light than usual. Try to avoid bright places. Wear sunglasses when you go outside. Sometimes dilated pupils can affect your vision. Ask your eye doctor if you need to avoid driving until your pupils go back to their normal size.
Question: When should you see your doctor about large pupils?
Answer: See your doctor or ophthalmologist for an exam if your pupils are enlarged and they don't get smaller in bright light. Get emergency help if you've had a head injury and your pupils look larger -- especially if one pupil is bigger than the other.
Question: What should you know about why your pupils look big?
Answer: Those dark circles are your pupils, the openings that let light enter your eye so you can see. Muscles in the colored part of your eye, called the iris, control your pupil size. Your pupils get bigger or smaller, depending on the amount of light around you. In low light, your pupils open up, or dilate, to let in more light. When it's bright, they get smaller, or constrict, to let in less light. Sometimes your pupils can dilate without any change in the light. The medical term for it is mydriasis. Medicines, injuries, and diseases can all cause this eye condition.
Question: What medicines can lead to your pupils looking big?
Answer: A few medicines can affect the muscles that control your pupils and prevent them from getting smaller when light shines in. These meds include: Atropine ( Atropen), which treats problems with heart rhythm, stomach issues, and some types of poisoning Antihistamines, like diphenhydramine ( Benadryl, Genahist, Naramin, Sominex, Unisom) Decongestants, like pseudoephedrine ( Afrinol, Sudafed) Motion sickness and anti-nausea medicines such as dimenhydrinate ( Dramamine) or a scopolamine patch Parkinson's medications such as amantadine ( Symmetrel) and carbidopa-levodopa ( Sinemet) Tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline ( Elavil) and desipramine ( Norpramin) Botulinum toxin ( Botox, Myobloc) Anti-seizure drugs, such as phenobarbital ( Luminal) and topiramate ( Topamax) Dilated pupils are one sign that someone has used illegal drugs, such as: Cocaine Amphetamines LSD Ecstasy These drugs affect the muscle that widens the pupil, slowing how it reacts to light.
Question: How can you tell if an eye injury is causing your pupils to appear large?
Answer: An eye injury can damage nerves or the muscles in your iris that control your pupil size. That can also happen after eye surgery, such as cataract removal or corneal transplant.
Question: How can you tell if benign episodic unilateral mydriasis is causing your pupils to appear large?
Answer: When it's bright, they get smaller, or constrict, to let in less light. Medicines, injuries, and diseases can all cause this eye condition. Ask your eye doctor if you need to avoid driving until your pupils go back to their normal size.
Question: When should you talk to your doctor about hiccups?
Answer: Also, talk to your doctor immediately if you have any kind of stomach pain, fever, shortness of breath, vomiting, or cough up blood with your hiccups.
Question: What causes hiccups?
Answer: Hiccups can happen for a lot of reasons -- some of them are physical, and some emotional. That's because the actual irritation happens in the nerve connecting the brain to the diaphragm. Some common causes include: Eating too much or too quickly Feeling nervous or excited Drinking carbonated beverages or too much alcohol Stress A sudden change in temperature Swallowing air while sucking on candy or chewing gum Hiccups are usually temporary, but in rare cases, they can stick around -- for a while.
Question: What does black currant contain?
Answer: Health supplements are made from the black currant plant using its: Seed oil Leaves Fruit Flowers Black currant contains: Anthocyanidin, a type of pigment Gamma-linolenic acid ( GLA), an omega-6 fatty acid Alpha-linolenic acid (an omega-3 fatty acid) and other omega-6 fats Some researchers believe these may help the immune system and lessen inflammation.
Question: Does black currant have side effects?
Answer: The GLA in black currant seeds can sometimes cause side effects, such as: Headache Diarrhea Gas and belching But most people tend to have few problems with GLA. Allergy is a rare complication.
Question: Why do some women take black currant seed oil?
Answer: Improve poor circulation from conditions such as peripheral artery disease ( PAD) Treat open angle glaucoma Some women take black currant seed oil, or other sources of gamma-linolenic acid, to try to treat symptoms of: Menopause Premenstrual syndrome Painful periods Breast tenderness People also take black currant to try to boost immunity or to try to treat a wide range of problems that include: Peripheral artery disease High blood pressure Problems with veins Arthritis People also apply it directly to the skin to try to help with wounds or insect bites.
Question: Why should you tell your doctor about any black currant supplements you're taking?
Answer: Be sure to tell your doctor about any supplements you're taking, even if they're natural. That way, your doctor can check on any potential side effects or interactions with medications or foods. He or she can let you know if the supplement might raise your risks.
Question: What are optimal doses of black currant?
Answer: Optimal doses of black currant have not been set for any condition. Quality and active ingredients in supplements may vary widely from maker to maker. This makes it hard to set a standard dose. Be sure to tell your doctor about any supplements you're taking, even if they're natural.
Question: How safe is black currant?
Answer: You can eat the berry of the black currant plant. The berry is also used as a flavoring in liqueurs and other products. More information is needed to know whether its dried leaf is safe.
Question: Why should you recheck your dog's collar in the winter?
Answer: Recheck his collar, tag, and chip: It’s easier for dogs to get lost in the winter than at other times of the year. If he gets away from you, piles of snow and ice can cover up the familiar scents he would normally use to find his way back home. So make sure his collar is secure, his tag information is up to date and, if he has a microchip, make sure the registration for that is current.