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Question: What is aphasia?
Answer: It's more common in older adults, particularly those who have had a stroke. Aphasia gets in the way of a person's ability to use or understand words. Aphasia does not impair the person's intelligence. People who have aphasia may have difficulty speaking and finding the "right" words to complete their thoughts. They may also have problems understanding conversation, reading and comprehending written words, writing words, and using numbers. Aphasia is usually caused by a stroke or brain injury with damage to one or more parts of the brain that deal with language.
Question: What's the difference between mild and severe aphasia?
Answer: With mild aphasia, the person may be able to converse, yet have trouble finding the right word or understanding complex conversations. Severe aphasia limits the person's ability to communicate. The person may say little and may not participate in or understand any conversation.
Question: What are the main symptoms of aphasia?
Answer: The main symptoms of aphasia include: Trouble speaking Struggling with finding the appropriate term or word Using strange or inappropriate words in conversation Some people with aphasia have problems understanding what others are saying. Some people have trouble using numbers or even doing simple calculations.
Question: Can acupuncture help relieve back pain?
Answer: One recent review of 22 acupuncture studies showed that it provided short-term relief from chronic back pain. It also showed there was greater improvement in pain for people who got acupuncture compared to those who received a âshamâ treatment. Other studies have found, though, that sham acupuncture can be as effective as actual acupuncture. Those studies also found that, compared to standard treatment, both actual acupuncture and sham acupuncture are more effective.
Question: How does acupuncture help back pain?
Answer: According to traditional Chinese medicine, the body has more than 2,000 of these points. Stimulating these points is said to correct the imbalance of qi and improve the flow of energy. Practitioners believe that this helps relieve pain and improve health. Or it may release immune system cells in the body.
Question: Does sweat spread HIV?
Answer: HIV doesn't live in saliva, tears, pee, or sweat -- so it can't be spread by casual contact with these body fluids.
Question: How do you get HIV?
Answer: The infection spreads from person to person when certain body fluids are shared, usually during vaginal or anal sex, or when sharing drugs you inject. It can also be passed from dirty needles from tattoos and body piercing. It can be spread through oral sex, too, although the chance is small.
Question: Which health care professionals can best perform physical evaluations and prescribe medications for ADHD?
Answer: While all of the professionals listed above can treat ADHD, only certain ones can prescribe medication and do thorough physical evaluations to rule out other possible causes of symptoms. These professionals are doctors (either a medical doctor or doctor of osteopathy), nurse practitioners, and physician assistants supervised by a doctor. Because medication is a key part of ADHD treatment, it is important that all members of your treatment team communicate with each other on a regular basis.
Question: What are motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease during the advanced stage?
Answer: Some people never reach this stage. This is when medication doesn't help as much and serious disabilities set in. At this point, you likely: Are limited to bed or a wheelchair Can't live on your own Have severe posture issues in your neck, back, and hips Need help with daily tasks Almost everyone with Parkinson's gets at least one of these.
Question: What are motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease during the moderate stage?
Answer: Often within 3 to 7 years, you'll see more changes. Early on, you might have a little trouble with something like buttoning a shirt. At this point, you may not be able to do it at all. You might also find that the medicine you take starts to wear off between doses. You can expect: Changes in how you speak, like a softer voice or one that starts strong, but trails off Freezing when you first start to walk or change direction, as if your feet are glued to the ground Trouble swallowing Falls to be more likely Trouble with balance and coordination Slower movements Small, shuffling steps Advanced stage.
Question: What are motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease during the mild stage?
Answer: And drugs usually work well to keep them in check. You might notice: Your arms don't swing as freely when you walk You can't make facial expressions Your legs feel heavy Posture becomes a little stooped Handwriting gets smaller Your arms or legs get stiff You have symptoms only on one side of your body, like a tremor in one arm Moderate stage.
Question: What can I expect from Parkinson's disease?
Answer: Parkinson does follow a broad pattern. While it moves at different paces for different people, changes tend to come on slowly. Symptoms usually get worse over time, and new ones probably will pop up along the way. Parkinson's doesn't always affect how long you live. At this point, you likely: Are limited to bed or a wheelchair Can't live on your own Have severe posture issues in your neck, back, and hips Need help with daily tasks Almost everyone with Parkinson's gets at least one of these.
Question: What non-motor symptoms may show up early in those with Parkinson's disease?
Answer: Another might have major tremors but no issues with thinking or memory. You may have these issues years before any classic motor symptoms like tremors: Constipation Depression Loss of smell Low blood pressure when you stand up Pain Sleep issues You also might get these symptoms later in the disease. Drooling and a more urgent need to pee are also common.
Question: What makes Parkinson's disease hard to predict?
Answer: Parkinson's comes with two main buckets of possible symptoms. One affects your ability to move and leads to motor issues like tremors and rigid muscles. The other bucket has non-motor symptoms, like pain, loss of smell, and dementia. You may not get all the symptoms. Another might have major tremors but no issues with thinking or memory. And someone else may have severe symptoms all around. All that adds up to a disease that's very hard to predict. Dementia and psychosis are two serious mental health issues that usually take a while to show up.
Question: When should I see a doctor about a sprain or strain?
Answer: All but the most minor strains and sprains should be evaluated by a doctor. Consult a doctor as soon as possible if there are symptoms of a possible broken bone: There is a "popping" sound with the injury. The person can't move the injured joint or limb or bear weight on it. The limb buckles when the injured joint is used. There is numbness. There is significant swelling, pain, fever, or open cuts.
Question: What is RICE therapy?
Answer: Ice for 20 minutes every hour. Never put ice directly against the skin or it may damage the skin. Use a thin towel for protection. Compress by wrapping an elastic ( Ace) bandage or sleeve lightly (not tightly) around the joint or limb. Consult a doctor as soon as possible if there are symptoms of a possible broken bone: There is a "popping" sound with the injury. Continue RICE for 24 to 48 hours, or until the person sees a doctor.
Question: Who gets skin picking disorder?
Answer: Skin picking disorder happens in both children and adults. It can begin at almost any age.
Question: What causes skin picking disorder?
Answer: You may pick at the scab or rash, which causes more injury to the skin and keeps the wound from healing. More itching leads to more picking and more scabbing, and the cycle continues. During a time of stress. You may absently pick at a scab or the skin around your nails and find that the repetitive action helps to relieve stress.
Question: What is skin picking disorder?
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Question: How is skin picking disorder classified?
Answer: Skin picking disorder is considered a type of repetitive "self-grooming" behavior called " Body- Focused Repetitive Behavior" ( BFRB). Other types of BFRBs include pulling or picking of the hair or nails that damages the body. It is classified in the DSM- V (a compendium of psychiatric diagnoses) as a type of obsessive compulsive disorder because of the compulsive urge to perform repetitive behaviors.
Question: When should you call a doctor about your stoma?
Answer: Pick up the phone if you notice any of these problems: The skin around the stoma looks red, raw, or it leaks fluid. You have a fever of 101 degrees F or higher. You have nausea, vomiting, pain in your gut, severe constipation, or diarrhea. You're weak, have muscle cramps, or pee less than usual -- these are warning signs of dehydration.
Question: What complications can happen after a colostomy?
Answer: But if you had to have a large piece of the bowel removed, you may need the stoma for good. If the opening is too big, stool can leak out. Doctors call this a prolapse. You may need surgery to fix it.
Question: What medications can you use to treat occipital neuralgia?
Answer: If those don't help, your doctor may prescribe medications for you, including: Prescription muscle relaxants Antiseizure drugs, such as carbamazepine ( Tegretol) and gabapentin ( Neurontin) Antidepressants Nerve blocks and steroid shots. The nerve block that your doctor might do to diagnose your condition can be a short-term treatment, too. It may take two to three shots over several weeks to get control of your pain. It's not uncommon for the problem to return at some point and to need another series of injections.
Question: How is occipital neuralgia diagnosed?
Answer: Some medical conditions are linked to it, including: Trauma to the back of the head Neck tension or tight neck muscles Osteoarthritis Tumors in the neck Cervical disc disease Infection Gout Diabetes Blood vessel inflammation Your doctor will ask you questions about your medical history and about any injuries you've had. She'll do a physical exam, too. She'll press firmly around the back of your head to see if she can reproduce your pain. She may also give you a shot to numb the nerve, called a nerve block, to see if it gives you relief. If it works, occipital neuralgia is likely the cause of the pain. You might also have blood tests or an MRI scan if your doctor thinks your case isn't typical.
Question: How can I relieve pain from occipital neuralgia?
Answer: The first thing you'll want to do is to relieve your pain. You can try to: Apply heat to your neck.
Question: How can you relieve pain from occipital neuralgia?
Answer: The first thing you'll want to do is to relieve your pain. You can try to: Apply heat to your neck.
Question: What is occipital neuralgia?
Answer: Other symptoms include: Aching, burning, and throbbing pain that typically starts at the base of the head and goes to the scalp Pain on one or both sides of the head Pain behind the eye Sensitivity to light Tender scalp Pain when you move your neck Occipital neuralgia happens when there's pressure or irritation to your occipital nerves, maybe because of an injury, tight muscles that entrap the nerves, or inflammation.
Question: What are the causes of occipital neuralgia?
Answer: Other symptoms include: Aching, burning, and throbbing pain that typically starts at the base of the head and goes to the scalp Pain on one or both sides of the head Pain behind the eye Sensitivity to light Tender scalp Pain when you move your neck Occipital neuralgia happens when there's pressure or irritation to your occipital nerves, maybe because of an injury, tight muscles that entrap the nerves, or inflammation. Many times, doctors can't find a cause for it.
Question: What are the symptoms of occipital neuralgia?
Answer: Occipital neuralgia can cause intense pain that feels like a sharp, jabbing, electric shock in the back of the head and neck. Other symptoms include: Aching, burning, and throbbing pain that typically starts at the base of the head and goes to the scalp Pain on one or both sides of the head Pain behind the eye Sensitivity to light Tender scalp Pain when you move your neck Occipital neuralgia happens when there's pressure or irritation to your occipital nerves, maybe because of an injury, tight muscles that entrap the nerves, or inflammation.
Question: What are symptoms of occipital neuralgia?
Answer: Occipital neuralgia can cause intense pain that feels like a sharp, jabbing, electric shock in the back of the head and neck. Other symptoms include: Aching, burning, and throbbing pain that typically starts at the base of the head and goes to the scalp Pain on one or both sides of the head Pain behind the eye Sensitivity to light Tender scalp Pain when you move your neck Occipital neuralgia happens when there's pressure or irritation to your occipital nerves, maybe because of an injury, tight muscles that entrap the nerves, or inflammation.
Question: How does occipital neuralgia happen?
Answer: Other symptoms include: Aching, burning, and throbbing pain that typically starts at the base of the head and goes to the scalp Pain on one or both sides of the head Pain behind the eye Sensitivity to light Tender scalp Pain when you move your neck Occipital neuralgia happens when there's pressure or irritation to your occipital nerves, maybe because of an injury, tight muscles that entrap the nerves, or inflammation. Many times, doctors can't find a cause for it.
Question: What is the outlook of occipital neuralgia?
Answer: Occipital neuralgia is not a life-threatening condition. Most people get good pain relief by resting and taking medication. But if you still hurt, tell your doctor. She'll want to see if there's another problem that's causing your pain.
Question: Is occipital neuralgia similar to a migraine?
Answer: People can confuse it with a migraine or other types of headache, because the symptoms can be similar. But treatments for those conditions are very different, so it's important to see your doctor to get the right diagnosis.
Question: What does surgery for occipital neuralgia include?
Answer: She may also give you a shot to numb the nerve, called a nerve block, to see if it gives you relief. You might also have blood tests or an MRI scan if your doctor thinks your case isn't typical. The nerve block that your doctor might do to diagnose your condition can be a short-term treatment, too. Your doctor uses a device called a neurostimulator to deliver electrical pulses to your occipital nerves. They can help block pain messages to the brain.
Question: How can medications help with generalized anxiety disorder?
Answer: Medication for Anxiety Medication is useful for alleviating the symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder and is often prescribed in conjunction with other therapies. Some types of anxiety drugs can be habit-forming and are usually prescribed on a short-term or as-needed basis. Different anxiety disorders have different medication regimens. Some are preventive and some are designed to cure the problem.
Question: How can deep breathing help treat generalized anxiety disorder?
Answer: Since anxiety is often accompanied by shallow breathing, deep breathing exercises can also be helpful. Try the following form of yoga breathing: Lie on your back in a comfortable place. Breathe in slowly through your nose, using your diaphragm to suck air into your lungs while allowing your abdomen to expand. ( Put your hand on your abdomen just below the navel to make sure the abdomen is being pushed up and out by the diaphragm.) After the abdomen is expanded, continue to inhale as deeply as possible. When you breathe out, reverse the process: Contract the abdomen while exhaling slowly and completely. Repeat several times.
Question: What does therapy for generalized anxiety disorder involve?
Answer: Therapy for Anxiety Psychotherapy, with or without medication, is often considered a fundamental aspect of treatment for generalized anxiety disorder. Several specific forms of psychotherapy have been described in research studies as helpful for alleviating the symptoms of GAD. Two -- psychodynamic psychotherapy and supportive-expressive therapy -- focus on anxiety as an outgrowth of feelings about important relationships. Another form of psychotherapy, called cognitive-behavioral therapy, involves learning behavioral relaxation techniques as well as restructuring patterns of thinking that foster anxiety. Biofeedback is another helpful tool. In a series of sessions with a therapist, you watch your own brain-wave patterns on an electroencephalograph and gradually learns to control the waves. This teaches you to achieve a more relaxed state at will. Practitioners estimate that after about a dozen sessions, you will be able to exert control over mental activity without the help of the therapist or monitoring instrument.
Question: How can relaxing visualization help with generalized anxiety disorder?
Answer: Relaxing visualization can also help. A therapist or meditation trainer suggests relaxing images for a person to hold in mind. Once the image is in place, the person imagines soothing sensations such as pleasant scents and sounds. Eventually people can learn to do this themselves when they anticipate -- or find themselves in -- stressful situations.
Question: How do I know if I have generalized anxiety disorder?
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Question: How are antidepressants used to treat generalized anxiety disorder?
Answer: Antidepressants, particularly the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors ( SSRIs), are widely used to treat and prevent a variety of anxiety disorders. Examples of SSRIs that are commonly used to treat chronic anxiety include citalopram ( Celexa), escitalopram ( Lexapro), fluoxetine ( Prozac), paroxetine ( Paxil), and sertraline ( Zoloft). The antidepressants duloxetine ( Cymbalta) and venlafaxine ( Effexor), SNRIs (serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors) which act on the brain chemicals serotonin and norephinephrine, and some of the tricyclic antidepressants like imipramine ( Tofranil), may also help. Antihistamines (such as hydroxyzine) and beta-blockers (such as propranolol) can help mild cases of anxiety as well as performance anxiety, a type of social anxiety disorder. Antidepressants such as SSRIs or SNRIs or tricyclics need to be taken daily whether or not you have anxiety on that particular day, as prescribed by your health care provider. Antihistamines or beta-blockers are usually taken only when needed for anxiety, or immediately before an anxiety-provoking event (for example, taking propranolol shortly before giving a speech). Finally, certain anticonvulsant medicines, such as gabapentin ( Neurontin) and pregabalin ( Lyrica), are also beginning to show value in treating some forms of anxiety in initial research studies If you have acute anxiety (panic attack), you will likely need to take an anti-anxiety medicine as well.
Question: What is progressive relaxation for generalized anxiety disorder?
Answer: Biofeedback is another helpful tool. When this part of the body is relaxed, another part of the body is tensed and relaxed until the entire body is free of tension.
Question: Whatâs the best way to deal with dental anxiety?
Answer: The key to coping with dental anxiety is to discuss your fears with your dentist. Once your dentist knows what your fears are, he or she will be better able to work with you to determine the best ways to make you less anxious and more comfortable. If your dentist doesn't take your fear seriously, find another dentist. Ask your dentist to explain what's happening at every stage of the procedure. Another helpful strategy is to establish a signal -- such as raising your hand -- when you want the dentist to immediately stop. Use this signal whenever you are uncomfortable, need to rinse your mouth, or simply need to catch your breath.
Question: What is dental phobia, and what are some signs of it?
Answer: It leaves people panic-stricken and terrified. People with dental phobia have an awareness that the fear is totally irrational, but are unable to do much about it. They exhibit classic avoidance behavior; that is, they will do everything possible to avoid going to the dentist. Other signs of dental phobia include: Trouble sleeping the night before the dental exam Feelings of nervousness that escalate while in the dental office waiting room Crying or feeling physically ill at the very thought of visiting the dentist Intense uneasiness at the thought of, or actually when, objects are placed in your mouth during the dental treatment or suddenly feeling like it is difficult to breathe Fortunately, there are ways to get people with dental anxiety and dental phobia to the dentist.
Question: How long is a sinus infection contagious?
Answer: If a virus is to blame, you may have been contagious days before you got the sinus infection. Most viruses can be spread for just a few days, but sometimes you could pass it on for a week or more.
Question: How are viral sinus infections spread?
Answer: You can get it the same way you get cold and flu -- by breathing it in or passing it from your hands to your mouth after touching something. Viruses get in the air after someone who is sick sneezes or coughs. They also can be passed on when someone shakes hands with someone who is sick or touches a doorknob or anything else the sick person has touched.
Question: Can you spread sinus infections caused by a virus?
Answer: Most sinus infections are brought on by a virus. If that's what happened to you, then yes, you can spread the virus that caused it but not the infection itself. Another person might get sick but may or may not get a sinus infection. Most of the time, these kinds of viruses cause colds, which may or may not lead to sinus infections.
Question: Can long-lasting sinus infections be spread by contact?
Answer: If your infection is caused by bacteria, you can't spread it. You may not know what is causing your sinusitis, so it's best to avoid close contact with other people and to make an appointment with your doctor. Viruses get in the air after someone who is sick sneezes or coughs.