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Question: Hello,   I have a scoliosis problem plz help me I want its treatment I can send my x.ray also

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Scoliosis (Treatment): Treatment depends on many things:     - The cause of scoliosis   - Where the curve is in your spine   - How big the curve is   - If your body is still growing     Most people with idiopathic scoliosis do not need treatment. But you should still be checked by a doctor about every 6 months.     If you are still growing, your doctor might recommend a back brace. A back brace prevents further curving. There are many different types of braces. What kind you get depends on the size and location of your curve. Your provider will pick the best one for you and show you how to use it. Back braces can be adjusted as you grow.   Back braces work best in people over age 10. Braces do not work for those with congenital or neuromuscular scoliosis.     You may need surgery if the spine curve is severe or getting worse very quickly.   Surgery involves correcting the curve as much as possible:     - Surgery is done with a cut through the back, belly area, or beneath the ribs.   - The spine bones are held in place with 1 or 2 metal rods. The rods are held down with hooks and screws until the bone heals together.   - After surgery, you may need to wear a brace for a while to keep the spine still.     Scoliosis treatment may also include:     - Emotional support: Some children, especially teens, may be self-conscious when using a back brace.   - Physical therapy and other specialists to help explain the treatments and make sure the brace fits correctly.

Answer: Treatment depends on many things: - The cause of scoliosis - Where the curve is in your spine - How big the curve is - If your body is still growing Most people with idiopathic scoliosis do not need treatment. But you should still be checked by a doctor about every 6 months. If you are still growing, your doctor might recommend a back brace. A back brace prevents further curving.  Back braces work best in people over age 10.  You may need surgery if the spine curve is severe or getting worse very quickly. Surgery involves correcting the curve as much as possible. Scoliosis treatment may also include: - Emotional support: Some children, especially teens, may be self-conscious when using a back brace. - Physical therapy and other specialists to help explain the treatments and make sure the brace fits correctly.
Question: help with obesity I would like help on my obesity problem and if I can get help

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Prescription Medications to Treat Overweight and Obesity (How do doctors use prescription medications “off-label” to treat overweight and obesity?): Sometimes doctors use medications in a way that’s different from what the FDA has approved, known as “off-label” use. By choosing an off-label medication to treat overweight and obesity, your doctor may prescribea drug approved for treating a different medical problem two or more drugs at the same time a drug for a longer period of time than approved by the FDAYou should feel comfortable asking your doctor if he or she is prescribing a medication that is not approved just for treating overweight and obesity. Before using a medication, learn all you need to know about it.

Answer: By choosing an off-label medication to treat overweight and obesity, your doctor may prescribea drug approved for treating a different medical problem two or more drugs at the same time a drug for a longer period of time than approved by the FDAYou should feel comfortable asking your doctor if he or she is prescribing a medication that is not approved just for treating overweight and obesity. Before using a medication, learn all you need to know about it.
Question: help with obesity I would like help on my obesity problem and if I can get help

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Obesity (Alternative medicine): Numerous dietary supplements that promise to help you shed weight quickly are available. The effectiveness, particularly the long-term effectiveness, and safety of these products are often questionable. Herbal remedies, vitamins and minerals, all considered dietary supplements by the Food and Drug Administration, don't have the same rigorous testing and labeling process as over-the-counter and prescription medications do. Yet some of these substances, including products labeled as "natural," have drug-like effects that can be dangerous. Even some vitamins and minerals can cause problems when taken in excessive amounts. Ingredients may not be standard, and they can cause unpredictable and harmful side effects. Dietary supplements also can cause dangerous interactions with prescription medications you take. Talk to your doctor before taking any dietary supplements. Mind-body therapies - such as acupuncture, mindfulness meditation and yoga - may complement other obesity treatments. However, these therapies generally haven't been well-studied in the treatment of weight loss. Talk to your doctor if you're interested in adding a mind-body therapy to your treatment.

Answer: Numerous dietary supplements that promise to help you shed weight quickly are available. The effectiveness, particularly the long-term effectiveness, and safety of these products are often questionable. Talk to your doctor before taking any dietary supplements. Mind-body therapies - such as acupuncture, mindfulness meditation and yoga - may complement other obesity treatments. However, these therapies generally haven't been well-studied in the treatment of weight loss. Talk to your doctor if you're interested in adding a mind-body therapy to your treatment.
Question: How bad can endometriosis get?

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Living with endometriosis (Summary): You have a condition called endometriosis. Symptoms of endometriosis include:     - Heavy menstrual bleeding   - Bleeding between periods   - Problems getting pregnant      Having this condition can interfere with your social and work life.   No one knows what causes endometriosis. There is also no cure. However, there are different ways to treat the symptoms. These treatments can also help relieve menstrual pain.   Learning how to manage your symptoms can make it easier to live with endometriosis.

Answer: Symptoms of endometriosis include: - Heavy menstrual bleeding - Bleeding between periods - Problems getting pregnant
Question: How bad can endometriosis get?

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Endometriosis (When to Contact a Medical Professional): Call your provider if:     - You have symptoms of endometriosis   - Back pain or other symptoms reoccurring after endometriosis is treated      You may want to get screened for endometriosis if:      - Your mother or sister has the disease   - You are unable to become pregnant after trying for 1 year

Answer: Call your provider if: - You have symptoms of endometriosis - Back pain or other symptoms reoccurring after endometriosis is treated You may want to get screened for endometriosis if: - Your mother or sister has the disease - You are unable to become pregnant after trying for 1 year
Question: How bad can endometriosis get?

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What is Endometriosis?: Endometriosis is a problem affecting a woman's uterus - the place where a baby grows when she's pregnant. Endometriosis is when the kind of tissue that normally lines the uterus grows somewhere else. It can grow on the ovaries, behind the uterus or on the bowels or bladder. Rarely, it grows in other parts of the body.     This "misplaced" tissue can cause pain, infertility, and very heavy periods. The pain is usually in the abdomen, lower back or pelvic areas. Some women have no symptoms at all. Having trouble getting pregnant may be the first sign.     The cause of endometriosis is not known. Pain medicines and hormones often help. Severe cases may need surgery. There are also treatments to improve fertility in women with endometriosis.

Answer: Endometriosis is when the kind of tissue that normally lines the uterus grows somewhere else. It can grow on the ovaries, behind the uterus or on the bowels or bladder. This "misplaced" tissue can cause pain, infertility, and very heavy periods. The pain is usually in the abdomen, lower back or pelvic areas. Having trouble getting pregnant may be the first sign. Pain medicines and hormones often help. Severe cases may need surgery. There are also treatments to improve fertility in women with endometriosis.
Question: How bad can endometriosis get?

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Endometriosis (Possible Complications): Endometriosis can lead to problems getting pregnant. However, most women with mild symptoms can still get pregnant. Laparoscopy to remove growths and scar tissue may help improve your chances of becoming pregnant. If it does not, you may want to consider fertility treatments.   Other complications of endometriosis include:     - Long-term pelvic pain that interferes with social and work activities   - Large cysts in the pelvis that may break open (rupture)     In rare cases, endometriosis tissue may block the intestines or urinary tract.    Very rarely, cancer may develop in the areas of tissue growth after menopause.

Answer: Endometriosis can lead to problems getting pregnant. Other complications of endometriosis include: - Long-term pelvic pain that interferes with social and work activities - Large cysts in the pelvis that may break open (rupture) In rare cases, endometriosis tissue may block the intestines or urinary tract. Very rarely, cancer may develop in the areas of tissue growth after menopause.
Question: How bad can endometriosis get?

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Endometriosis (Symptoms): The primary symptom of endometriosis is pelvic pain, often associated with your menstrual period. Although many women experience cramping during their menstrual period, women with endometriosis typically describe menstrual pain that's far worse than usual. They also tend to report that the pain increases over time. Common signs and symptoms of endometriosis may include: - Painful periods (dysmenorrhea). Pelvic pain and cramping may begin before your period and extend several days into your period. You may also have lower back and abdominal pain.   - Pain with intercourse. Pain during or after sex is common with endometriosis.   - Pain with bowel movements or urination. You're most likely to experience these symptoms during your period.   - Excessive bleeding. You may experience occasional heavy periods (menorrhagia) or bleeding between periods (menometrorrhagia).   - Infertility. Endometriosis is first diagnosed in some women who are seeking treatment for infertility.   - Other symptoms. You may also experience fatigue, diarrhea, constipation, bloating or nausea, especially during menstrual periods. The severity of your pain isn't necessarily a reliable indicator of the extent of the condition. Some women with mild endometriosis have intense pain, while others with advanced endometriosis may have little pain or even no pain at all. Endometriosis is sometimes mistaken for other conditions that can cause pelvic pain, such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) or ovarian cysts. It may be confused with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a condition that causes bouts of diarrhea, constipation and abdominal cramping. IBS can accompany endometriosis, which can complicate the diagnosis. See your doctor if you have signs and symptoms that may indicate endometriosis. Endometriosis can be a challenging condition to manage. An early diagnosis, a multidisciplinary medical team and an understanding of your diagnosis may result in better management of your symptoms.

Answer: The primary symptom of endometriosis is pelvic pain, often associated with your menstrual period.... Common signs and symptoms of endometriosis may include: - Painful periods (dysmenorrhea).  Pelvic pain and cramping may begin before your period and extend several days into your period. You may also have lower back and abdominal pain. - Pain with intercourse. Pain during or after sex is common with endometriosis. - Pain with bowel movements or urination. You're most likely to experience these symptoms during your period. - Excessive bleeding. You may experience occasional heavy periods (menorrhagia) or bleeding between periods (menometrorrhagia). - Infertility.
Question: How bad can endometriosis get?

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What is Endometriosis?: Endometriosis occurs when cells from the lining of your womb (uterus) grow in other areas of your body. This can cause pain, heavy bleeding, bleeding between periods, and problems getting pregnant (infertility).

Answer: Endometriosis occurs when cells from the lining of your womb (uterus) grow in other areas of your body. This can cause pain, heavy bleeding, bleeding between periods, and problems getting pregnant (infertility).
Question: I am 23yr boy,i have knock knees i want treatment. Please help me.

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Knock knees: Knock knees are condition in which the knees touch, but the ankles do not touch. The legs turn inward. Infants start out with bowlegs because of their folded position while in their mother's womb. The legs begin to straighten once the child starts to walk (at about 12 to 18 months). By age 3, the child becomes knock-kneed. When the child stands, the knees touch but the ankles are apart.   By puberty, the legs straighten out and most children can stand with the knees and ankles touching (without forcing the position).   Knock knees can also develop as a result of a medical problem or disease, such as:     - Injury of the shinbone (only one leg will be knock-kneed)   - Osteomyelitis (bone infection)   - Overweight or obesity   - Rickets (a disease caused by a lack of vitamin D) A health care provider will examine your child. Tests will be done if there are signs that knock knees are not a part of normal development. Knock knees are not treated in most cases.   If the problem continues after age 7, the child may use a night brace. This brace is attached to a shoe.    Surgery may be considered for knock knees that are severe and continue beyond late childhood. Children normally outgrow knock knees without treatment, unless it is caused by a disease.    If surgery is needed, the results are most often good. Complications may include:     - Difficulty walking (very rare)   - Self-esteem changes related to cosmetic appearance of knock knees   - If left untreated, knock knees can lead to early arthritis of the knee Call your provider if you think your child has knock knees. There is no known prevention for normal knock knees. Updated by: Neil K. Kaneshiro, MD, MHA, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.

Answer: If the problem continues after age 7, the child may use a night brace. This brace is attached to a shoe. Surgery may be considered for knock knees that are severe and continue beyond late childhood. Children normally outgrow knock knees without treatment, unless it is caused by a disease. If surgery is needed, the results are most often good. Complications may include: - Difficulty walking (very rare) - Self-esteem changes related to cosmetic appearance of knock knees - If left untreated, knock knees can lead to early arthritis of the knee
Question: I am 23yr boy,i have knock knees i want treatment. Please help me.

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Knock knees (Treatment): Knock knees are not treated in most cases.   If the problem continues after age 7, the child may use a night brace. This brace is attached to a shoe.    Surgery may be considered for knock knees that are severe and continue beyond late childhood.

Answer: Knock knees are not treated in most cases. If the problem continues after age 7, the child may use a night brace. This brace is attached to a shoe. Surgery may be considered for knock knees that are severe and continue beyond late childhood.
Question: I am 23yr boy,i have knock knees i want treatment. Please help me.

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Knock knees (Possible Complications): Complications may include:     - Difficulty walking (very rare)   - Self-esteem changes related to cosmetic appearance of knock knees   - If left untreated, knock knees can lead to early arthritis of the knee

Answer: Complications may include: - Difficulty walking (very rare) - Self-esteem changes related to cosmetic appearance of knock knees - If left untreated, knock knees can lead to early arthritis of the knee
Question: I have a fractured nose i need it fixed. its been broke for 3 years now

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Nose fracture: A nose fracture is a break in the bone or cartilage over the bridge, or in the sidewall or septum (structure that divides the nostrils) of the nose. A fractured nose is the most common fracture of the face. It most often occurs after an injury and often occurs with other fractures of the face.   Nose injuries and neck injuries are often seen together. A blow that is forceful enough to injure the nose may be hard enough to injure the neck.   Serious nose injuries cause problems that need a health care provider's attention right away. For example, damage to the cartilage can cause a collection of blood to form inside the nose. If this blood is not drained right away, it can cause an abscess or a permanent deformity that blocks the nose. It may lead to tissue death and cause the nose to collapse.   For minor nose injuries, the provider may want to see the person within the first week after the injury to see if the nose has moved out of its normal shape.   Sometimes, surgery may be needed to correct a nose or septum that has been bent out of shape by an injury. Symptoms may include:     - Blood coming from the nose   - Bruising around the eyes   - Difficulty breathing through the nose   - Misshapen appearance (may not be obvious until the swelling goes down)   - Pain   - Swelling     The bruised appearance most often disappears after 2 weeks. If a nose injury happens:     - Try to stay calm.   - Breathe through your mouth and lean forward in a sitting position to keep blood from going down the back of your throat.   - Squeeze the nostrils closed and hold pressure to stop the bleeding.   - Apply cold compresses to your nose to reduce swelling. If possible, hold the compress so that there isn't too much pressure on the nose.   - To help relieve pain, try acetaminophen (Tylenol). - DO NOT try to straighten a broken nose   - DO NOT move the person if there is reason to suspect a head or neck injury Get medical help right away if:     - Bleeding will not stop   - Clear fluid keeps draining from the nose   - You suspect a blood clot in the septum   - You suspect a neck or head injury   - The nose looks deformed or out of its usual shape   - The person is having difficulty breathing Wear protective headgear while playing contact sports, or riding bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, or rollerblades.   Use seat belts and appropriate car seats when driving. Updated by: Josef Shargorodsky, MD, MPH, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Isla Ogilvie, PhD, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.

Answer: Sometimes, surgery may be needed to correct a nose or septum that has been bent out of shape by an injury.
Question: I have been battling Anal fissure for close to two years now and it has refused to heal all these while. Please what do you suggest i do?  Thanks

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Anal fissure (Treatment): Most fissures heal on their own and do not need treatment.   To prevent or treat anal fissures in infants, be sure to change diapers often and clean the area gently.   CHILDREN AND ADULTS   Worrying about pain during a bowel movement may cause a person to avoid them. But not having bowel movements will only cause the stools to become even harder, which can make anal fissure worse.   Prevent hard stools and constipation by:     - Making dietary changes -- eating more fiber or bulk, such as fruits, vegetables, and grains   - Drinking more fluids   - Using stool softeners      Ask your provider about the following ointments or creams to help soothe the affected skin:     - Numbing cream, if pain interferes with normal bowel movements   - Petroleum jelly   - Zinc oxide, 1% hydrocortisone cream, Preparation H, and other products      A sitz bath is a warm water bath used for healing or cleansing. Sit in the bath 2 to 3 times a day. The water should cover only the hips and buttocks.   If the anal fissures do not go away with home care methods, treatment may involve:     - Botox injections into the muscle in the anus (anal sphincter)   - Minor surgery to relax the anal muscle   - Prescription creams such as nitrates or calcium channel blockers, applied over the fissure to help relax the muscles

Answer: Prevent hard stools and constipation by: - Making dietary changes -- eating more fiber or bulk, such as fruits, vegetables, and grains - Drinking more fluids - Using stool softeners Ask your provider about the following ointments or creams to help soothe the affected skin: - Numbing cream, if pain interferes with normal bowel movements - Petroleum jelly - Zinc oxide, 1% hydrocortisone cream, Preparation H, and other products A sitz bath is a warm water bath used for healing or cleansing. Sit in the bath 2 to 3 times a day. The water should cover only the hips and buttocks. If the anal fissures do not go away with home care methods, treatment may involve: - Botox injections into the muscle in the anus (anal sphincter) - Minor surgery to relax the anal muscle - Prescription creams such as nitrates or calcium channel blockers, applied over the fissure to help relax the muscles
Question: I have been suffering from lichen planus since last four years. Some time it reduces the red sign and sometime it increases  and I cannot take spicy food or hot food.   Could you please suggest the remedies. I had consulted the dermatologist also .He gave me some ointment named as clone taxol for applying towards the read area.   Awaiting your valuable advise I this behalf.   With kind regards.   Sent from my iPad

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What are the treatments for Lichen planus?: The goal of treatment is to reduce symptoms and speed healing. If your symptoms are mild, you may not need treatment.  Treatments may include:  - Antihistamines  - Medicines that calm down the immune system (in severe cases)  - Lidocaine mouthwashes to numb the area and make eating more comfortable (for mouth sores)  - Topical corticosteroids or oral corticosteroids to reduce swelling and lower immune responses  - Corticosteroid shots into a sore  - Vitamin A as a cream or taken by mouth  - Other medicines that are applied to the skin  - Dressings placed over your skin with medicines to keep you from scratching  - Ultraviolet light therapy

Answer: Treatments may include: - Antihistamines - Medicines that calm down the immune system (in severe cases) - Lidocaine mouthwashes to numb the area and make eating more comfortable (for mouth sores) - Topical corticosteroids or oral corticosteroids to reduce swelling and lower immune responses - Corticosteroid shots into a sore - Vitamin A as a cream or taken by mouth - Other medicines that are applied to the skin - Dressings placed over your skin with medicines to keep you from scratching - Ultraviolet light therapy
Question: I have no help its about 4 years now I have ingrown toenail i have a problem of ingrown toenail its about 4 years now I have this problem i need help

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Ingrown toenail removal – discharge (When to Call the Doctor): Call your provider if you notice:     - Your toenail is not healing   - Fever   - Pain, even after taking pain-relief medicine   - Bleeding from the toenail   - Pus from the toenail   - Swelling or redness of the toe or foot   - Regrowth of the nail into the skin of the toe

Answer: Call your provider if you notice: - Your toenail is not healing -