laomobai/llama3-1 huggingface dataset:
system: How are artificial tear drops and ointments used to treat dry eyes?
output: Treatments include: Artificial tear drops and ointments. This is the most common treatment. Many types of drops are available over the counter. No one product works for everyone, so you might have to try a few to figure out the one that's right for you. If you have chronic dry eye, you need to use the drops even when your eyes feel fine, or they won't stay wet enough. If your eyes dry out while you sleep, you can use a thick product, like an ointment, at night. You might think about sleeping with airtight goggles on. They'll create a mini "moisture chamber" for your eyes.
system: What happens when dry eyes create too many tears?
output: When tears don't provide enough moisture, you might notice: A gritty feeling Feeling like there's something in your eye Itching Redness Blurry vision Light sensitivity Sometimes, dry eyes create too many tears. This confusing condition is called reflex tearing. It happens because the lack of moisture irritates your eye. It sends a distress signal through your nervous system for more lubrication. Your body sends a flood of tears to try to make up for the dryness. It's a lot like what happens when you get sand in your eye and it runs. But these tears are mostly water, so they don't act like normal tears. They can wash debris away, but they can't coat your eye's surface.
system: How does testosterone cream treat dry eyes?
output: Dry eye can be related to a lack of testosterone in the oil glands on your eyelids. The doctor might give you a testosterone cream that you apply to your eyelids. It can help your oil glands work better.
system: What other medications and supplements can I use to treat dry eyes?
output: Other medications andnutrition: You can use steroid eye drops, for short periods, along with long-term measures. Adding fish oil or omega-3 to your diet or can also help.
system: How are dry eyes treated with artificial tear drops and ointments?
output: This is the most common treatment. Many types of drops are available over the counter. No one product works for everyone, so you might have to try a few to figure out the one that's right for you. If you have chronic dry eye, you need to use the drops even when your eyes feel fine, or they won't stay wet enough. If your eyes dry out while you sleep, you can use a thick product, like an ointment, at night. You might think about sleeping with airtight goggles on. They'll create a mini "moisture chamber" for your eyes.
system: How are dry eyes treated with nondissolving punctual plugs and punctual occlusion by cautery?
output: If temporary plugs work well, your doctor may move to longer-lasting ones or may go right to a long-lasting plug. Or he or she could choose a procedure called cautery. You might get g a drug that relaxes you, then use a special tool to burn the opening shut. The scar that forms makes a permanent plug. These measures increase your tear level by blocking the âdrainpipeâ through which tears usually go from your eye to your nose. Tear plugs are easy to remove, but sometimes they come out on their own or fall down the tear drain. They can make your eyes feel better and lower your need for artificial tears.
system: How are dry eyes treated with lifitegrast Xiidra)?
output: These drops are taken twice daily to kick-start tear production.
system: What causes dry eyes?
output: Sometimes, there's a lack of balance in your tear-flow system. Or your air conditioner, heater, or other things around you could dry out your tear film.
system: How does Lipiflow treat dry eyes?
output: This medical device uses heat and pressure to unclog blocked glands on your eyelids. These glands produce the oil in your tears. It keeps your eye moist and prevents your tears from evaporating.
system: What does it mean when your have dry eyes but have too many tears?
output: When tears don't provide enough moisture, you might notice: A gritty feeling Feeling like there's something in your eye Itching Redness Blurry vision Light sensitivity Sometimes, dry eyes create too many tears. This confusing condition is called reflex tearing. It happens because the lack of moisture irritates your eye. It sends a distress signal through your nervous system for more lubrication. Your body sends a flood of tears to try to make up for the dryness. It's a lot like what happens when you get sand in your eye and it runs. But these tears are mostly water, so they don't act like normal tears. They can wash debris away, but they can't coat your eye's surface.
system: What's in a tear?
output: What's in a tear? They're a mix of: Water, for moisture Oils, for lubrication Mucus, for even spreading Antibodies and special proteins that keep infection at bay The ingredients come from special glands around your eye. Dry eyes often mean your tear system is out of whack.
system: How does temporary punctual occlusion treat dry eyes?
output: Your doctor might opt to close the punctum, or duct that drains tears from your eye. He or she might start with a temporary plug designed to dissolve over time. Based on how it works, your doctor will know whether permanent plugs will help.
system: What happens when tears donât provide enough moisture?
output: When tears don't provide enough moisture, you might notice: A gritty feeling Feeling like there's something in your eye Itching Redness Blurry vision Light sensitivity Sometimes, dry eyes create too many tears.
system: How does cyclosporine (Cequa, Restasis) treat dry eyes?
output: This prescription eye drop helps your eyes boost tear production.
system: How can you know if tears aren't providing enough moisture?
output: When tears don't provide enough moisture, you might notice: A gritty feeling Feeling like there's something in your eye Itching Redness Blurry vision Light sensitivity Sometimes, dry eyes create too many tears.
system: How are dry eyes treated using temporary punctual occlusion?
output: Your doctor might opt to close the punctum, or duct that drains tears from your eye. He or she might start with a temporary plug designed to dissolve over time. Based on how it works, your doctor will know whether permanent plugs will help.
system: How do your eyes stay moist?
output: They provide moisture and lubrication to help you see and keep your peepers comfortable. If you have chronic dry eye, you need to use the drops even when your eyes feel fine, or they won't stay wet enough.
system: Why do we have tears?
output: They provide moisture and lubrication to help you see and keep your peepers comfortable. If you have chronic dry eye, you need to use the drops even when your eyes feel fine, or they won't stay wet enough.
system: How can proper nutrition and diet help during breast cancer treatment?
output: A balanced, healthy diet can provide the nutrients and energy your body needs to heal after breast cancer. Good nutrition also helps you stay strong and feel your best. Nutritional guidelines for breast cancer patients may be different than the recommendations you are used to. Ask your health care provider for nutrition suggestions. If needed, a dietitian or nutritionist can provide an eating plan customized for your needs. Generally, diets for breast cancer patients are higher in protein, which provides the building blocks your body needs. They also may be higher in calories. Your treatment diet may be modified if you are gaining weight during treatment, which sometimes happens with breast cancer patients.
system: How can exercise help if you have breast cancer?
output: Swimming, movement and dance, and other programs can offer a physical and emotional boost. Exercise for breast cancer survivors usually includes physical therapy to improve strength and range of motion in the arm(s) and moderate aerobic exercise (like walking) for about 30 minutes, three or more times a week. Ask your doctor for a referral to an exercise physiologist or program for people with cancer. Ask your health care provider for nutrition suggestions.
system: How does the doctor check for low blood pressure?
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system: What tests are used to check for low blood pressure?
output: Other tests may be performed, such as an ECG (electrocardiogram) to measure heart rate and rhythm and an echocardiogram (an ultrasound test to visualize the heart). You may also have blood tests to look for anemia or problems with your blood sugar levels. More sophisticated home ECG monitoring (a Holter monitor or "event" monitor) may be necessary to check for heart problems that come and go or an irregular heart beat that can cause your blood pressure to drop suddenly. An exercise stress test or, less commonly, an electrophysiology test ( EP test) may also be helpful.
system: What are the treatments for low blood pressure?
output: Depending on the cause of your symptoms, your doctor may tell you to increase your blood pressure by making these simple changes: Eat a diet higher in salt. Drink lots of nonalcoholic fluids. Limit alcoholic beverages. Drink more fluids during hot weather and while sick with a viral illness, such as a cold or the flu. Have your doctor evaluate your prescription and over-the-counter medications to see if any of them are causing your symptoms. Get regular exercise to promote blood flow. Be careful when rising from lying down or sitting. To help improve circulation, pump your feet and ankles a few times before standing up. Then proceed slowly. When getting out of bed, sit upright on the edge of the bed for a few minutes before standing. Elevate the head of your bed at night by placing bricks or blocks under the head of bed. Avoid heavy lifting. Avoid straining while on the toilet. Avoid standing still in place for long periods of time. Avoid prolonged exposure to hot water, such as hot showers and spas. If you get dizzy, sit down. It may be helpful to keep a chair or stool in the shower in case you need to sit; to help prevent injury, use a nonslip chair or stool designed for use in showers and bath tubs. To avoid problems with low blood pressure and lessen episodes of dizziness after meals, try eating smaller, more frequent meals. Cut back on carbohydrates. Rest after eating. Avoid taking drugs to lower blood pressure before meals. If needed, use elastic support (compression) stockings that cover the calf and thigh. These may help restrict blood flow to the legs, thus keeping more blood in the upper body.
system: How is a "tilt table" test used to check for low blood pressure?
output: Some forms of postural hypotension may require a test called a "tilt table" test. This test evaluates the body's reaction to changes in position. The person lies on a table, is safely strapped in, and the table is raised to an upright position for up to an hour. Blood pressure, heart rate, and symptoms are recorded. Often, medications are given to help guide treatment.
system: What medications are used to treat low blood pressure?
output: Symptoms of dizziness and lightheadedness when you stand up from sitting or lying down -- with a decrease in your blood pressure -- may indicate a condition called postural hypotension. Medications for Low Blood Pressure If these measures don't lessen the problem, you may need medication. The following drugs are often used in treating low blood pressure. It works by promoting sodium retention by the kidney, thereby causing fluid retention and some swelling, which is necessary to improve blood pressure. But this sodium retention also causes a loss of potassium. So when taking fludrocortisone, it's important to get enough potassium each day. Fludrocortisone has none of the anti-inflammatory properties of cortisone or prednisone and does not build muscle like anabolic steroids. Midodrine .
system: How are Botox injections used to treat knee osteoarthritis?
output: Because it can shut down nerve cells, doctors can use it to ease muscle spasms. Some doctors are trying botulinum to help treat joint pain. The theory is that it might permanently deaden nerves and offer relief. But it wouldn't affect the knee's structure. Does it work? A review of 16 studies published in 2016 in the journal Joint Bone Spine found that the results were conflicting and the studies were too small to draw conclusions.
system: How are mesenchymal stem cells used to treat knee osteoarthritis?
output: They can grow into new tissues, including cartilage. By gathering these cells and injecting them into the knee joint, the hope is that they will give rise to new cartilage and reduce inflammation. It's a hot area, with clinical trials going on. But most studies are still early. A review published in 2016 in BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders concluded that MSC-based therapies offer an âexciting possibilityâ for treatment, but further studies need to work out how they can best be used and how well they work. Also, they're expensive. It involves collecting the cells that form cartilage from your own joints, growing the cells in a laboratory, and then injecting these cells into the knee.
system: How is water-cooled radiofrequency ablation used to treat knee osteoarthritis?
output: This is a procedure to repair injuries, which can lead to osteoarthritis. It aims to disable the nerves that are causing pain by heating them. â Water coolingâ is a way to control the speed of warming. While it's gotten a lot of publicity, studies so far are limited to small groups of people.
system: How are platelet-rich plasma injections used to treat knee osteoarthritis?
output: Despite its popularity with some high-profile athletes, PRP injections still aren't proven, and the treatment formulations can vary a lot. That said, a review of PRP was published in 2016 in Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery. The scientists concluded that, in general, people see âsignificant clinical improvementsâ with the treatment. But be aware that while one recent study found that PRP fared better than corticosteroid shots, another found it was no better than viscosupplements. Experts take cells from your body and use them to stimulate the healing process inside your knee. The advantage is bone marrow may be easier to obtain than MSCs, and also contains other substances involved in promoting cartilage regrowth and calming inflammation.
system: What are symptoms of an alcohol allergy?
output: Symptoms of that include: Rashes Trouble breathing Stomach cramps Collapse Anaphylaxis, which is a severe reaction that can include a rapid, weak pulse, nausea, and vomiting. If you have this, swelling or trouble breathing, Call 911. If you have an alcohol allergy, it doesn't take much to trigger reactions. Two teaspoons of wine or a mouthful of beer may be enough.
system: What are common allergens in alcoholic beverages?
output: Alcoholic beverages are made from complex mixtures of grains, chemicals, and preservatives that your body needs to break down. If your body can't do this well enough, you will have a reaction. Common allergens in alcoholic beverages include: Barley Egg protein (usually in wine) Gluten Grapes Histamines Hops Rye Seafood proteins Sodium metabisulphite Sulphites Wheat Yeast Red wine is more likely to cause a reaction than any other alcoholic drink.
system: Do I have an allergy to alcohol?
output: Instead, the problem could be that you do not have the enzyme needed to process alcohol. This is often called alcohol intolerance. If you have it, you may get: A red, flushed face Diarrhea Hot feeling Headaches Heartburn Hives Rash A fast heartbeat or palpitations Low blood pressure Stuffy nose Stomach pain, which may include nausea or vomiting Trouble breathing If you have asthma, your symptoms get worse In a few cases, alcohol intolerance can be a sign of a more serious problem. If you think you have it, talk with your doctor and find out what's causing it. Much like allergies, alcohol intolerance can be passed down in families.
system: What questions should you ask when choosing a weight loss program?
output: How limited are the food choices? Who sets your weight loss goal: you, or someone else? What percentage of people complete the program? What is the average weight loss among people who finish the program and at one year? What percentage of people have problems or side effects? What are those problems? Is there a maintenance program to help keep the weight off once you lose it? Maintaining weight loss is important, so there should be a plan for this. What is the total cost, including any foods or supplements that are required?
system: How can your physician assistant help treat depression?
output: Physician assistant: These medical health care providers are trained to identify symptoms of depression and have some training in treating mental or psychiatric disorders under the supervision of a physician.
system: How can your doctor help treat depression?
output: Your doctor may prescribe treatment or may refer you to a mental health care professional who can perform a thorough assessment and recommend appropriate treatment. The following are general health care providers who are qualified to treat depression: Physician: Doctors ( MD or DO) who are not psychiatrists but are skilled in primary care medicine (for example internal medicine or family practice) and have some training in treating mental or psychiatric problems can help treat depression. Nurse practitioner: These health care providers are registered nurses ( RNs) with added nursing training and some training in treating mental or psychiatric problems.
system: How does diabetes affect my body's ability to heal?
output: Over time, high blood sugar can affect your blood flow and cause nerve damage that makes it hard for your body to heal wounds.
system: Why does diabetes cause dry mouth and itchy skin?
output: Because your body is using fluids to make pee, there's less moisture for other things. You could get dehydrated, and your mouth may feel dry. Dry skin can make you itchy.
system: Why does diabetes cause blurred vision?
output: Changing fluid levels in your body could make the lenses in your eyes swell up. They change shape and can't focus.
system: When should you call your doctor if you think you have diabetes?
output: Symptoms include: Blood sugar over 600 mg/dl Dry, parched mouth Extreme thirst Warm, dry skin that doesn't sweat High fever (over 101 F) Sleepiness or confusion Vision loss Hallucinations Weakness on one side of your body If you're older than 45 or have other risks for diabetes, it's important to get tested. When you spot the condition early, you can avoid nerve damage, heart trouble, and other complications. As a general rule, call your doctor if you: Feel sick to your stomach, weak, and very thirsty Are peeing a lot Have a bad belly ache Are breathing more deeply and faster than normal Have sweet breath that smells like nail polish remover ( This is a sign of very high ketones.)
system: How do you know if your hunger and fatigue are signs of diabetes?
output: Both types of diabetes have some of the same telltale warning signs. Hunger and fatigue. Your body converts the food you eat into glucose that your cells use for energy. But your cells need insulin to take in glucose. If your body doesn't make enough or any insulin, or if your cells resist the insulin your body makes, the glucose can't get into them and you have no energy. This can make you hungrier and more tired than usual.
system: Why does diabetes cause more yeast infections?
output: Both men and women with diabetes can get these. Yeast feeds on glucose, so having plenty around makes it thrive. Infections can grow in any warm, moist fold of skin, including: Between fingers and toes Under breasts In or around sex organs Slow-healing sores or cuts.
system: What drugs can lower stomach acid?
output: Drugs to decrease stomach acid include: Antacids such as Mylanta and Maalox Histamine-2 ( H2) blockers such as Axid, Pepcid, Tagamet, or Zantac Proton-pump inhibitors such as Nexium, Prilosec, Prevacid, Aciphex, Zegerid, and Protonix Researchers aren't sure whether decreasing stomach acid lessens reflux in infants.
system: What are the most common symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in infants and children?
output: The most common symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux in infants and children are: Frequent or recurrent vomiting Frequent or persistent cough or wheezing Refusing to eat or difficulty eating (choking or gagging with feeding) Heartburn, gas, abdominal pain, or colicky behavior (frequent crying and fussiness) associated with feeding or immediately after Regurgitation and re-swallowing Complaining of a sour taste in their mouth, especially in the morning Many other symptoms are sometimes blamed on GERD, but much of the time, we really aren't sure whether reflux actually causes them.
system: What are treatments for acid reflux in older children?
output: For older children: Elevate the head of the child's bed. Keep the child upright for at least two hours after eating. Serve several small meals throughout the day, rather than three large meals. Make sure your child is not overeating. Limit foods and beverages that seem to worsen your child's reflux such as high fat, fried or spicy foods, carbonation, and caffeine. Encourage your child to get regular exercise. If the reflux is severe or doesn't get better, your doctor may recommend medication.
system: What are treatments for acid reflux in babies?
output: There are a variety of lifestyle measures you can try for acid reflux in babies and older children: For babies: Elevate the head of the baby's crib or bassinet. Hold the baby upright for 30 minutes after a feeding. Thicken bottle feedings with cereal (do not do this without your doctor's approval). Feed your baby smaller amounts of food more often. Try solid food (with your doctor's approval).
system: How safe are drugs that neutralize or reduce stomach acid for children?
output: For the most part, drugs that decrease intestinal gas or neutralize stomach acid (antacids) are very safe. At high doses, antacids can cause some side effects, such as diarrhea. Chronic use of very high doses of Maalox or Mylanta may be associated with an increased risk of rickets (thinning of the bones). Side effects from medications that inhibit the production of stomach acid are uncommon. A small number of children may develop some sleepiness when they take Zantac, Pepcid, Axid, or Tagamet.
system: What are some symptoms that are often blamed on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
output: The most common symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux in infants and children are: Frequent or recurrent vomiting Frequent or persistent cough or wheezing Refusing to eat or difficulty eating (choking or gagging with feeding) Heartburn, gas, abdominal pain, or colicky behavior (frequent crying and fussiness) associated with feeding or immediately after Regurgitation and re-swallowing Complaining of a sour taste in their mouth, especially in the morning Many other symptoms are sometimes blamed on GERD, but much of the time, we really aren't sure whether reflux actually causes them. Other problems seen in young children and infants that may be blamed on the condition include: Colic Poor growth Breathing problems or wheezing Recurrent pneumonia Yes. Make sure your child is not overeating.