Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Be willing to work on your problems. Ask yourself questions. Consider the impact of internalized homophobia.

Answer: Sometimes it may feel easier to ignore your feelings and push them away. All this really does is build them up until they become totally overwhelming. To deal with internalized homophobia, you need to be willing to tap into these feelings and address them head on. Make a conscious choice to identify and eliminate your internalized homophobia. Although it may be difficult, remind yourself why you are doing this. For example, your goal might be to overcome the negative feelings regarding your sexual orientation and to feel happier as a result. Keep in mind that internalized homophobia can also cause relationship problems due to the distress it causes. People with internalized homophobia may suffer from shame and anxiety. They may also have a poor outlook of other gay people, including their partners. You can determine if you have internalized homophobia by asking yourself some simple questions. If your answer is yes to any of these questions, then you may have internalized homophobia. Some questions to ask yourself include: Have you ever wished you were not attracted to those of the same sex? Have you ever tried to make those feelings go away? Have you ever felt that your sexual attraction to the same sex is a personal shortcoming? Have you tried to make yourself attracted to those of the opposite sex? Do you avoid interacting with lesbians, gay men, or bisexual people? Do your feelings of attraction to the same sex make you feel alienated from yourself? Consider the ways in which homophobia has shaped your attitudes, behaviors, education, and life choices. Perhaps your internalized homophobia has stopped you from making friends with other LGBT folks or stopped you from attaining some of your life goals. For example, perhaps you have avoided mingling with other gay people because of your own rejection of your feelings. Or, perhaps your belief that gay people can't play sports prevented you from pursuing your passion for soccer in high school. Internalized homophobia can even influence how you function in a romantic relationship. Those with internalized homophobia have been shown to have more conflict in their same-sex relationships. This can even lead to domestic violence between same-sex partners. In order to fight your internalized homophobia you can try one of the things you have always wanted to do but haven't done yet. If you always wanted to play soccer, join a league. Even better, you may be able to find a gay soccer team to play on!

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Cleanse with soap and water. Do not try to squeeze it out. Inspect it closely. Know when to see a doctor.

Answer: Before trying any type of removal, it's important to cleanse the area where the thorn entered your skin. Use a gentle soap and wash the area with warm water before you begin the removal process. Don't scrub the area, or you could push it in deeper. Pat the area dry with a clean cloth. It might be tempted to push and prod the area around the thorn to get it to come out. However, you may end up pushing it in further or breaking it into pieces, leaving you with a more difficult problem on your hands. Leave it alone and try better methods for getting it out. Check out the angle and depth of the thorn to figure out how to remove it. Different methods are better for removing thorns at different angles and depths. See how close it is to the surface and whether a layer of skin has grown over it. You may need to use a magnifying glass for a closer look. If the end is poking out, you might be able to remove it with tweezers or tape. If it's deeply embedded, drawing it out will be required. If it's covered by new skin, you may need to use a small needle or razor, which will need to be sterilized first. If the thorn has been in your skin for a few days and you see signs of infection, see a doctor to get it removed. It's better not to attempt getting it out yourself since you could further injure yourself. A doctor will be able to safely remove the thorn and dress the wound to cure the infection. If it's leaking pus or blood, go to the doctor. If it's itchy, red and swollen, go to the doctor.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Recognize anaphylactic shock. Use your epinephrine injector if you carry one. Go to the doctor, even after injecting yourself.

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This can quickly become fatal and may occur within minutes of your exposure. Symptoms include: Hives Itching Flushed or pale skin The feeling that your throat is closing Swollen tongue or throat Breathing problems or wheezing Weak, fast pulse Vomiting Diarrhea Fainting If you carry an epinephrine injector (EpiPen), give yourself the injection. Follow the instructions in the package. Inject the medication into the outside of your thigh. Do not inject it elsewhere because this will increase your chances of having side effects. Do not use the medication if it has changed color or if you see solid clumps in it. Because anaphylaxis can quickly be fatal, go to the emergency room even if you feel better. Getting checked by a doctor is necessary in case the symptoms start again. Side effects from the epinephrine injection can include skin reactions, fainting, irregular or racing heartbeat, vomiting, stroke, and breathing problems.