In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: An ESR test is most commonly used to see if there's inflammation in your body that's causing you to be in pain. If you have unexplained fevers, arthritis, muscle pain, or visible inflammation, an ESR test can help your doctor better understand the source and severity of these issues. An ESR test might also be useful in diagnosing unexplained symptoms like a poor appetite, unexplained weight loss, headaches, or shoulder and neck pain. An ESR test is rarely done on its own. At the very least, your doctor will probably also order a C-reactive protein (CRP) test. This test is also used to check for inflammation in the body. There are several different over-the-counter and prescription drugs that could either elevate or lower your natural ESR level. If you're on any of these meds, your doctor may ask you to stop taking them up to a week before you take the test. Do not change your medications without consulting your doctor. Dextran, methyldopa, oral contraceptives, penicillamine procainamide, theophylline, and vitamin A can increase ESR. Aspirin, cortisone, and quinine could lower your ESR level. Usually, blood will be drawn from the crook of your elbow. While there shouldn't be much pain or swelling after this test, you may want to ask if blood can be drawn from your non-dominant arm. The health care professional will also want to look for the best veins. Choosing a good vein will cause the test to go a bit faster. If your health professional can't find a good vein in either arm, they may look for another spot to draw from. You should also tell the person who's drawing your blood about your past experiences with these types of tests. If you experience faintness or lightheadedness during blood draws, they may lay you down to keep you from getting hurt if you faint. If you don't do well with blood tests, consider getting a ride to and from the test. . The health care professional will tie an elastic band around your upper arm and swab the draw site with alcohol. Then they'll insert a needle into the vein and drain your blood into a tube. Once they're done, they'll remove the needle and release the elastic. Finally, the nurse or doctor will give you a small gauze pad and ask you to put pressure on the spot. If you're nervous, don't look at your arm while your blood is being drawn. They may need to fill more than one tube. Don't be alarmed if this happens. They may use a compression bandage to keep the pressure on and stop the bleeding more quickly after you leave the office. You can remove this bandage at home after a few hours have passed. In most cases, the blood draw site will heal in just a day or 2, but it may appear a bit red or even bruised as it's healing. This is normal. In rare cases, the vein used for the test may become swollen. This isn't serious, but it might be painful. Ice it the first day, then move on to a warm compress. Make a warm compress by heating up a damp washcloth in the microwave for 30-60 seconds. Apply it to the site in 20-minute sessions a few times per day. Test the washcloth's temperature by hovering your hand over it. If the steam coming off the cloth is too hot for you to hold your hand above it, wait 10-15 seconds before testing the temperature again. If the pain and swelling at the blood draw site gets worse, you may be developing an infection. This is a very rare reaction. However, if you do develop a fever, contact your doctor right away. If you have a fever of 103 (39) or higher, your doctor may recommend that you go to the emergency room.
Summary: Visit your doctor if you think you need an ESR test. Discuss any medications you're on with your doctor. Tell the health professional which arm you'd like blood drawn from. Remain relaxed while your blood is drawn Expect some bruising or redness. Contact your doctor if you develop a fever.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Many cases of TS are detected inadvertently and while a baby is still in the womb. A typical prenatal ultrasound can often reveal several indicators of the condition, although specific testing is required for a diagnosis of TS. Lymphoedema, a swelling of the body's tissues, is a frequent prenatal indicator of TS and can often be picked up on an ultrasound. If it is detected, testing for TS may be warranted. Lymphoedema on the back of the neck is a strong indicator of TS. Other common prenatal indicators include specific heart and kidney abnormalities. Certain anomalies noted on fetal ultrasound warrant a karyotype analysis on fetal cord blood or neonate's blood to check for TS. If not detected in the womb, many cases of TS are clearly indicated as soon as a female child is born. When these physical indicators are present at birth or during early life, genetic testing to confirm or rule out TS should be done. If not detected in the womb, lymphoedema or heart or kidney abnormalities after birth are possible signs of TS. Additionally, newborns with TS may have one or more of the following: wide or web-like necks; small lower jaws; broad chests ("shield chests") with widely-spaced nipples; short fingers and toes; upward turned fingernails; below-average height and growth rate; and other possible signs. Karyotype testing is a chromosomal analysis that will detect the abnormality that causes TS. For newborn girls onward, a simple blood draw is all that is required to begin the testing process. Karyotype testing is very accurate in diagnosing TS. For fetuses still in the womb, an ultrasound that indicates possible TS will usually be followed by testing of the mother's blood, which contains traces of fetal DNA. If this also indicates TS, testing of a sample of the placenta or of the amniotic fluid can confirm the condition.
Summary: Conduct an ultrasound to check for prenatal indicators. Identify signs of TS in early life. Diagnose TS via karyotype testing.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Build your own website or post on online pages such as Craigslist. Specify in your advertisement what types of jobs you can do (home repairs, plumbing, electrical work, yard work, cleaning etc.), what you charge, and when you are available. Provide multiple ways to contact you. If you can be reached by both phone and email, you might have a better chance at getting work. Speak to nearby friends and neighbors first. Tell them that you need money and are willing to do light housework and yard work in the area. Ask them to tell their friends and neighbors too, and recommend your services. Your neighbors and friends may very well end up being your first customers. Be sure to tell them to spread the word that you do good work when you're finished. The main reason someone might consider hiring you over a professional service is that you're a lot less expensive. Ask for a small amount of money that you can live with, rather than a large sum. A good way to estimate what to ask for is to set a low hourly rate, say $8 or $10. Also, prorate your work to the nearest half hour. In other words, if you work for 6 hours and 33 minutes, just bill for 6 hours and 30 minutes. That keeps things simple. Dress in clean clothes and smile when people answer their doors. Offer a handshake when you introduce yourself. Make eye contact. Be sure to describe exactly what types of services you offer, whether its small home maintenance, yard work, cleaning etc. Be willing to do jobs on weekends and evenings. Return calls and job offers quickly and promptly. If you have specialized equipment you can bring, such as a toolbox for house repairs or a rake for leaves and grass, bring it with you. Heavier items like ladders and lawnmowers can be left at home, but be sure to mention you have access to your own. Don't accept jobs that you don't have the equipment to complete.
Summary:
Advertise your services. Build your potential customer base. Charge reasonable rates for your work. Act professionally. Bring your own equipment.