Article: The Sphynx cat lacks the insulating fur of other cat breeds, and therefore loses body heat more easily. The breed has a very high metabolism, which means your Sphynx cat needs to eat more than another cat might. You should always have dry food down for your cat to eat if you feed your cat dry food. If you feed your cat canned food, feed him three times a day or as needed to keep him satisfied. If feeding your cat wet, canned food, try for an average of eight to 12 ounces of food per day. You do not want your cat to be overweight, but your Sphynx cat should never be bony. If his weight decreases, or his ribs become more obvious, then increase the ration by five to 10%. Reweigh him again a week later to check the weight loss has been arrested. Alternatively, look for a food that is marketed for active cats, or look for a breed-specific food made for Sphynx cats. These tend to be higher calorie than the equivalent amount of regular food. Feed your Sphynx cat a good quality, protein rich food. Meat should be listed first and second on the pet food label. Avoid foods where a large percentage is cereal based. You should provide your cat with a large litter box. It should be placed in a quiet, out of the way spot. Check with the breeder to see which cat litter he used to provide consistency for your cat. These provide an outlet for the cat's natural desire to scratch. Place several posts in your home, near entrance and exits, and next to the cat's bed. Because of the small amount of hair, the Sphynx cat needs to be kept warm. Usually, keeping the cat in your home at room temperature is enough. Sphynx cats also often lie in sunlight shining through windows or sit near objects that give off heat. Your Sphynx may want to cuddle with you often to be near your body heat. He may also want to sleep beneath your comforter at night. Provide access to blankets that your cat can lay on or under. During the winter you may need to place your Sphynx cat in sweaters. Because the Sphynx cat's skin is exposed, you need to protect it from the sun. A limited amount of sun is fine, but too much can give your cat sunburn. Use UV blocking shirts or hats on your cat. You may want to install sun-blocking screens on your windows to make sure your cat doesn't lie in a sunny spot and get sunburnt.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Feed your Sphynx cat often. Set up a litter box. Provide scratch posts. Keep your Sphynx cat warm. Protect your cat from sun exposure.
Article: A silent migraine is when you have a migraine, but you skip the pain part of the process. In other words, you have other symptoms such as aura, but you don't actually get a headache. You may also go through the preliminary phases that many migraine sufferers go through, which are symptoms that warn of an oncoming migraine. These types of migraines are referred to by many names, including a migraine aura without headache, an acephalgic migraine, an amigranous migraine, or a migraine equivalent. These types of migraines are treated similarly to other types of migraines. Generally, you're more at risk for silent migraines if you had migraines with auras in your teens or 20s. Because silent migraines are still migraines, they tend to show up in people who've had migraines with auras in the past. The main symptoms of a silent migraine are auras, which can include vision changes such as halos or spots in your vision, blurry vision, cloudy vision, or shimmering vision. You might also see dark areas, flashes, or odd 3D effects. You may also find you have problems with speech. Other aura symptoms include feeling tingling or numbness, feeling like you're on pins and needles, feeling weak or clumsy, and/or feeling dizzy or off-balance. You may also have mood swings, a loss of memory, hearing loss, stomach troubles, and/or confusion. Some people even get hiccups or have a distorted image of their bodies. Others may have less sensitivity to touch or hypersensitivity. Silent migraines are sometimes referred to as "ocular migraines" or "retinal migraines." However, these conditions are not interchangeable. Ocular migraines refer to silent migraines that affect the vision. Retinal migraines, however, are different. They usually only affect one eye at a time, causing blurriness or even temporary blindness. If you experience migraine-like symptoms in one eye only, you should see an eye specialist.
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Learn what a "silent migraine" is. Know who's most at risk. Watch for the symptoms. Distinguish a silent migraine from a retinal migraine.
Article: Having a strong support system is one of the primary factors for successful treatment of schizophrenia. A good support team may consist of mental health professionals, family members, and personal friends and peers who share the diagnosis. Talk to trusted friends and family members about your symptoms. They may help you navigate mental health care systems to get the treatment you need. Many times, maintaining stable, consistent housing is difficult for people with schizophrenia. If staying with your family is an option during stressful times, consider allowing your family to care for you until your symptoms improve. Housing options, such as group homes or supported living apartments, support people with schizophrenia. The availability of such homes varies widely from state to state. Check with your local National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) chapter or other mental health professionals to learn more about these services. Having good, honest communication with a mental health professional will allow you to receive the best level of treatment they can provide. Being honest with your doctor about your symptoms will ensure that you're getting the right dosage of medication, neither too much nor too little. You can always seek out a second opinion, if you feel that your doctor isn't responsive to your needs. Never discontinue medical treatment without having a back-up plan. Check in with your doctor regarding any questions you may have regarding treatment issues, medication side-effects, persistent symptoms, or other concerns. Your participation is essential towards most effective treatment of your symptoms. Treatment works best when you're working together with your treatment team. The stigma from schizophrenia can be more uncomfortable than the symptoms. In a peer support group, your experience is shared by other members. Attending a group for support has been shown to be one of the most effective ways to minimize the difficulties of living with schizophrenia and other mental illnesses. Peer support groups are offered through local mental health organizations, Schizophrenics Anonymous (SA) and NAMI throughout the United States. For more information, do an online search for groups in your area. Peer support groups are also offered online. SA offers conference call support groups as well. Find a support group option that works for you.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Talk to your doctor honestly. Communicate with your doctor or treatment provider. Attend a support group.