In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Shampoo is not necessary to clean your hedgehog's quills. In fact, some veterinarians and hedgehog breeders have recommended using only water to clean a hedgehog. If you decide to use shampoo, choose one that will not be harsh on your hedgehog's skin. Cat shampoo is a good choice for cleaning your hedgehog's quills. Tear-free baby shampoo is another good option. Since hedgehogs are prone to dry skin, oatmeal shampoo would be a great choice. Oatmeal nourishes and moisturizes the skin. Look for a pet-specific oatmeal shampoo at your local pet store. Other than shampoo, you will need a soft-bristled toothbrush and a few clean hand towels. As an alternative to a toothbrush, you could use a human nailbrush. The toothbrush or nailbrush are small enough to give your hedgehog's quills a good cleaning. In addition, these items would protect your hands from getting pricked during cleaning. Make sure the toothbrush or nailbrush is dedicated to only cleaning your hedgehog. Nailbrushes are available at your local pharmacy. If you are cleaning your hedgehog's quills in a sink, you will also need a rubber stopper. Place your supplies by the bathing area (either the tub or sink) so you will have everything close by when you need it. Use lukewarm, not hot, water, to clean your hedgehog's quills. Before filling the sink or tub, test the water temperature by running it over your hands. Once the water feels comfortably warm on your hands, fill the sink or tub with two to four inches (5 to 10 centimeters) of water. Clean your sink or tub before adding the water. Be mindful that hedgehogs tend to urinate or defecate during bath time. If you are using a sink, choose one where you will not be preparing food. Make sure to use shallow water only in your hedgehog's bath. If the hedgehog rolls up in deep water, then he may drown. After the bath, disinfect the sink or tub.
Summary: Decide whether to use shampoo. Organize your supplies. Run some water in a sink or tub.

For centuries, saw palmetto has been used to promote healthy hair and skin. Saw palmetto also blocks the production of DHT (a metabolite of testosterone), a contributing factor to enlarging of the prostate. Because DHT production also causes hair loss, it is thought that saw palmetto can help prevent hair loss. However, no authentic clinical reports support the use of saw palmetto to be effective for preventing hair loss. Your mother told you they were good for you, but you may not know that they are good for your hair, too. Add some extra milligrams of these vitamins to your daily regimen: Vitamin A: Vitamin A is an antioxidant, which promotes healthy production of sebum in the scalp. Sweet Potatoes are loaded with vitamin A-rich beta carotene, which not only promotes a healthy scalp but also promotes hair growth. Omega-3: Take omega-3 fatty acids. Foods rich in omega-3 include fatty fish, egg yolks, fish eggs (caviar), flaxseeds, chia seeds, and fortified milk. Vitamin E: This vitamin stimulates circulation, and good blood circulation in the scalp is important in keeping your hair follicles productive. B vitamins: The B vitamins help your body produce melanin, which gives hair its healthy color and stimulates blood circulation. Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is also responsible for proper hair growth because it plays a part in the cell division within hair follicles. Vitamin C: Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that increases your absorption of non-heme iron that originates from plant products. Because of this, a vitamin C deficiency can make hair dry and brittle, and also cause hair loss. Vitamin D: Vitamin D is a pro-hormone that your body typically takes in through sun exposure. A low concentration of vitamin D2 has been linked to hair loss, especially for women who are 18-45 years old.
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One-sentence summary -- Try taking saw palmetto supplements for healthy hair. Take vitamins to keep your hair healthy and strong.

Q: Someone with schizotypal personality disorder may express unusual or odd thoughts or excessive social anxiety that tends to be associated with paranoid fears. For example, someone might believe they are being monitored by the government or that grand conspiracies exist in which they have privy information. When you try to provide evidence against their claims, they might rigorously defend their viewpoint, whether they have evidence or not. This person may believe they have special powers or magical abilities, such as mind reading or telepathy. This person may be overly superstitious and go out of their way to avoid superstitious places or events. Outside of having strange ideas or beliefs, people with schizotypal personality disorder may behave in eccentric or odd ways. This person's odd or unusual thoughts may lead to odd or unusual behavior. For example, they might act out their suspicions or paranoia. The person may have an odd or eccentric appearance or social presence. They may be disheveled or make unusual outfit choices. The person may claim to experience unusual bodily experiences, like saying that little beings live inside them or that aliens have implanted something into their body. People with schizotypal personality disorder tend to have elaborate odd thinking and speech. For example, they may speak in a vague or circumstantial way. They may also talk almost exclusively in metaphors or in an overly elaborate manner. Their speech may seem stereotyped or as if it is parroted. While you may not be able to put your finger on it, you may notice this person's speech and way of talking seems odd or a bit off. For example, they might make overly-generalized statements such as, "Everybody knows that aliens live underneath the Earth. The government has been hiding it from us but everybody knows it." Often, people with schizotypal personality disorder have a strange way of showing their feelings. They may not show a range of normal emotions such as happy, sad, complacent, or excited. Or, their expression of feelings may sway heavily in one direction inappropriately, such as being overly upset or preoccupied. Socially, the person may not know how to communicate the way they feel or may be inappropriate in their expressions. They may inappropriately show affection or feelings toward people, animals, and situations. Patients with Schizotypal Personality Disorder tend to have an affect or expression that is unusual, while their affect can be inappropriate or constricted. People with schizotypal personality disorder tend to have significant difficulty with relationships. They may have great difficulty in making and maintaining friendships. Emotional intimacy and relationships may make the person feel incredibly uncomfortable. This person may be unwilling or disinterested in connecting with others in a meaningful way. Someone with this disorder may lack close friends outside of first-degree relatives, due to a lack of socialization. You might consider this person a loner or socially isolated. The person may appear to be intensely socially anxious, yet the anxiety appears to come from paranoia and not from negative judgments about the self.
A: Notice unusual preoccupations or excessive social anxiety. Identify odd, eccentric, or peculiar behaviors. Tune into their odd thinking and speech. Look at their expression. Recognize a lack of close friendships.

Problem: Article: Daily blood sugar testing with a glucometer is advised to avoid episodes of hypoglycemia or low blood sugar. This will also help assess your ideal insulin requirement. Learning to use a glucometer is important. Select a brand that has easily obtainable glucose strips. In the beginning you may have to check your blood sugar levels three to four times a day or even at nighttime. Managing your insulin levels improves carbohydrate metabolism and reduces blood sugar levels. Insulin therapy is individualized according to weight, lifestyle, age, family support, and occupation. Follow your healthcare provider's instructions when administering insulin injections. If medications are required, some physicians recommend starting with oral blood sugar control medications such as metformin or glyburide. If oral agents fail, the traditional treatment involves an intermediate insulin such as NPH in the morning and bedtime, and a short acting insulin with some or all meals. The dosing depends on weight, trimester of pregnancy, and how elevated the blood sugars are.
Summary:
Monitor blood glucose (sugar) as recommended by your healthcare provider. Know the benefits of insulin therapy. Know when you should have insulin therapy.