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<human>: What causes basal ganglia calcification? <bot>: Basal ganglia calcification sometimes happens when you age, but many times comes from genes passed to you by your parents. You only need one faulty gene from one parent to get the illness. Your parents may have symptoms of it, but sometimes they don't. Calcium build-up in your basal ganglia can also happen because of infection, problems with your parathyroid gland, and for other reasons.,context:Basal ganglia calcification is a very rare condition that happens when calcium builds up in your brain, usually in the basal ganglia, the part of your brain that helps control movement. Other parts of your brain can be affected as well. This can also be called familial idiopathic basal ganglia calcification or primary familial brain calcification, and it used to be called Fahr's disease or Fahr's syndrome. You're most likely to get basal ganglia calcification between the ages of 30 and 60, though it can happen any time. Most people who develop it are in good health before they find out they have it. Basal ganglia calcification sometimes happens when you age, but many times comes from genes passed to you by your parents. You only need one faulty gene from one parent to get the illness. Your parents may have symptoms of it, but sometimes they don't. Calcium build-up in your basal ganglia can also happen because of infection, problems with your parathyroid gland, and for other reasons. When it happens this way, it is also known as basal ganglia calcification, but is different from the genetic form of the disease. You may have no symptoms at all. But if you do, there are usually two types: either movement-related or psychiatric. The exact symptoms depend on which part of your brain is affected. Movement symptoms: Clumsiness Walking unsteadily Talking more slowly than usual, or slurring your words Difficulty swallowing Involuntary movement of arms or legs Cramped muscles Stiff arms and legs (called spasticity) Tremors, muscle stiffness, lack of facial expression Psychiatric symptoms: Poor concentration Lapses in memory Mood changes Psychosis, or being out of touch with reality Dementia Other symptoms: â¢ Tiredness â¢ Migraines â¢ Seizures â¢ Vertigo, or dizziness â¢ Not being able to control when you urinate (called urinary incontinence) â¢ Impotence There is no one test for the condition. Instead, doctors use several methods to see if you have it. They usually start with symptoms and family history. If one of your brothers and sisters or a parent has it, it's more likely that your symptoms (if you have any) are part of the same syndrome. Imaging tests like magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI) and X-rays might show if there's any calcium build-up in your brain. A CT scan, which combines many X-rays to make detailed pictures of parts of your body, is the most common imaging test used. But if there is calcification, they can't always tell if it's because of the condition or something else. Your doctor might do special urine and blood tests to help rule out other problems. Testing of your genes is also possible if other things point to the illness. If one of your parents has it, you have a 50% chance of having it as well. If the condition runs in your family, you can get your genes tested whether you have symptoms or not. Consider genetic counseling from a professional before you have any genetic test. Counselors can also help you decide whether to have testing during your pregnancy, or prenatal testing, if you want to start a family. Prenatal testing for this disorder is available if you already know that it is present in your family. There is no cure, but there is treatment for the symptoms. For example, if you have seizures, certain anti-epileptic medicines can help. Or if you have migraines, you can take medicine to both prevent and treat them. If you are anxious or depressed, see your doctor. There are medicines to help with mood issues. If you have this condition, it's a good idea to see your doctor or specialist every year to see if it's changed or advanced.,Basal ganglia calcification is a very rare condition that happens when calcium builds up in your brain, usually in the basal ganglia, the part of your brain that helps control movement.Other parts of your brain can be affected as well.This can also be called familial idiopathic basal ganglia calcification or primary familial brain calcification, and it used to be called Fahr's disease or Fahr's syndrome.You're most likely to get basal ganglia calcification between the ages of 30 and 60, though it can happen any time.Most people who develop it are in good health before they find out they have it.Basal ganglia calcification sometimes happens when you age, but many times comes from genes passed to you by your parents.You only need one faulty gene from one parent to get the illness.Your parents may have symptoms of it, but sometimes they don't.Calcium build-up in your basal ganglia can also happen because of infection, problems with your parathyroid gland, and for other reasons.When it happens this way, it is also known as basal ganglia calcification, but is different from the genetic form of the disease.You may have no symptoms at all.But if you do, there are usually two types: either movement-related or psychiatric.The exact symptoms depend on which part of your brain is affected.Movement symptoms: Clumsiness Walking unsteadily Talking more slowly than usual, or slurring your words Difficulty swallowing Involuntary movement of arms or legs Cramped muscles Stiff arms and legs (called spasticity) Tremors, muscle stiffness, lack of facial expression Psychiatric symptoms: Poor concentration Lapses in memory Mood changes Psychosis, or being out of touch with reality Dementia Other symptoms: â¢ Tiredness â¢ Migraines â¢ Seizures â¢ Vertigo, or dizziness â¢ Not being able to control when you urinate (called urinary incontinence) â¢ Impotence There is no one test for the condition.Instead, doctors use several methods to see if you have it.They usually start with symptoms and family history.If one of your brothers and sisters or a parent has it, it's more likely that your symptoms (if you have any) are part of the same syndrome.Imaging tests like magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI) and X-rays might show if there's any calcium build-up in your brain.A CT scan, which combines many X-rays to make detailed pictures of parts of your body, is the most common imaging test used.But if there is calcification, they can't always tell if it's because of the condition or something else.Your doctor might do special urine and blood tests to help rule out other problems.Testing of your genes is also possible if other things point to the illness.If one of your parents has it, you have a 50% chance of having it as well.If the condition runs in your family, you can get your genes tested whether you have symptoms or not.Consider genetic counseling from a professional before you have any genetic test.Counselors can also help you decide whether to have testing during your pregnancy, or prenatal testing, if you want to start a family.Prenatal testing for this disorder is available if you already know that it is present in your family.There is no cure, but there is treatment for the symptoms.For example, if you have seizures, certain anti-epileptic medicines can help.Or if you have migraines, you can take medicine to both prevent and treat them.If you are anxious or depressed, see your doctor.There are medicines to help with mood issues.If you have this condition, it's a good idea to see your doctor or specialist every year to see if it's changed or advanced.
<human>: What is basal ganglia calcification? <bot>: Most people who develop it are in good health before they find out they have it. When it happens this way, it is also known as basal ganglia calcification, but is different from the genetic form of the disease. If one of your brothers and sisters or a parent has it, it's more likely that your symptoms (if you have any) are part of the same syndrome. If one of your parents has it, you have a 50% chance of having it as well.,context:Basal ganglia calcification is a very rare condition that happens when calcium builds up in your brain, usually in the basal ganglia, the part of your brain that helps control movement. Other parts of your brain can be affected as well. This can also be called familial idiopathic basal ganglia calcification or primary familial brain calcification, and it used to be called Fahr's disease or Fahr's syndrome. You're most likely to get basal ganglia calcification between the ages of 30 and 60, though it can happen any time. Most people who develop it are in good health before they find out they have it. Basal ganglia calcification sometimes happens when you age, but many times comes from genes passed to you by your parents. You only need one faulty gene from one parent to get the illness. Your parents may have symptoms of it, but sometimes they don't. Calcium build-up in your basal ganglia can also happen because of infection, problems with your parathyroid gland, and for other reasons. When it happens this way, it is also known as basal ganglia calcification, but is different from the genetic form of the disease. You may have no symptoms at all. But if you do, there are usually two types: either movement-related or psychiatric. The exact symptoms depend on which part of your brain is affected. Movement symptoms: Clumsiness Walking unsteadily Talking more slowly than usual, or slurring your words Difficulty swallowing Involuntary movement of arms or legs Cramped muscles Stiff arms and legs (called spasticity) Tremors, muscle stiffness, lack of facial expression Psychiatric symptoms: Poor concentration Lapses in memory Mood changes Psychosis, or being out of touch with reality Dementia Other symptoms: â¢ Tiredness â¢ Migraines â¢ Seizures â¢ Vertigo, or dizziness â¢ Not being able to control when you urinate (called urinary incontinence) â¢ Impotence There is no one test for the condition. Instead, doctors use several methods to see if you have it. They usually start with symptoms and family history. If one of your brothers and sisters or a parent has it, it's more likely that your symptoms (if you have any) are part of the same syndrome. Imaging tests like magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI) and X-rays might show if there's any calcium build-up in your brain. A CT scan, which combines many X-rays to make detailed pictures of parts of your body, is the most common imaging test used. But if there is calcification, they can't always tell if it's because of the condition or something else. Your doctor might do special urine and blood tests to help rule out other problems. Testing of your genes is also possible if other things point to the illness. If one of your parents has it, you have a 50% chance of having it as well. If the condition runs in your family, you can get your genes tested whether you have symptoms or not. Consider genetic counseling from a professional before you have any genetic test. Counselors can also help you decide whether to have testing during your pregnancy, or prenatal testing, if you want to start a family. Prenatal testing for this disorder is available if you already know that it is present in your family. There is no cure, but there is treatment for the symptoms. For example, if you have seizures, certain anti-epileptic medicines can help. Or if you have migraines, you can take medicine to both prevent and treat them. If you are anxious or depressed, see your doctor. There are medicines to help with mood issues. If you have this condition, it's a good idea to see your doctor or specialist every year to see if it's changed or advanced.,Basal ganglia calcification is a very rare condition that happens when calcium builds up in your brain, usually in the basal ganglia, the part of your brain that helps control movement.Other parts of your brain can be affected as well.This can also be called familial idiopathic basal ganglia calcification or primary familial brain calcification, and it used to be called Fahr's disease or Fahr's syndrome.You're most likely to get basal ganglia calcification between the ages of 30 and 60, though it can happen any time.Most people who develop it are in good health before they find out they have it.Basal ganglia calcification sometimes happens when you age, but many times comes from genes passed to you by your parents.You only need one faulty gene from one parent to get the illness.Your parents may have symptoms of it, but sometimes they don't.Calcium build-up in your basal ganglia can also happen because of infection, problems with your parathyroid gland, and for other reasons.When it happens this way, it is also known as basal ganglia calcification, but is different from the genetic form of the disease.You may have no symptoms at all.But if you do, there are usually two types: either movement-related or psychiatric.The exact symptoms depend on which part of your brain is affected.Movement symptoms: Clumsiness Walking unsteadily Talking more slowly than usual, or slurring your words Difficulty swallowing Involuntary movement of arms or legs Cramped muscles Stiff arms and legs (called spasticity) Tremors, muscle stiffness, lack of facial expression Psychiatric symptoms: Poor concentration Lapses in memory Mood changes Psychosis, or being out of touch with reality Dementia Other symptoms: â¢ Tiredness â¢ Migraines â¢ Seizures â¢ Vertigo, or dizziness â¢ Not being able to control when you urinate (called urinary incontinence) â¢ Impotence There is no one test for the condition.Instead, doctors use several methods to see if you have it.They usually start with symptoms and family history.If one of your brothers and sisters or a parent has it, it's more likely that your symptoms (if you have any) are part of the same syndrome.Imaging tests like magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI) and X-rays might show if there's any calcium build-up in your brain.A CT scan, which combines many X-rays to make detailed pictures of parts of your body, is the most common imaging test used.But if there is calcification, they can't always tell if it's because of the condition or something else.Your doctor might do special urine and blood tests to help rule out other problems.Testing of your genes is also possible if other things point to the illness.If one of your parents has it, you have a 50% chance of having it as well.If the condition runs in your family, you can get your genes tested whether you have symptoms or not.Consider genetic counseling from a professional before you have any genetic test.Counselors can also help you decide whether to have testing during your pregnancy, or prenatal testing, if you want to start a family.Prenatal testing for this disorder is available if you already know that it is present in your family.There is no cure, but there is treatment for the symptoms.For example, if you have seizures, certain anti-epileptic medicines can help.Or if you have migraines, you can take medicine to both prevent and treat them.If you are anxious or depressed, see your doctor.There are medicines to help with mood issues.If you have this condition, it's a good idea to see your doctor or specialist every year to see if it's changed or advanced.
<human>: How is basal ganglia calcification diagnosed? <bot>: Instead, doctors use several methods to see if you have it. They usually start with symptoms and family history. If one of your brothers and sisters or a parent has it, it's more likely that your symptoms (if you have any) are part of the same syndrome. There is no cure, but there is treatment for the symptoms.,context:Basal ganglia calcification is a very rare condition that happens when calcium builds up in your brain, usually in the basal ganglia, the part of your brain that helps control movement. Other parts of your brain can be affected as well. This can also be called familial idiopathic basal ganglia calcification or primary familial brain calcification, and it used to be called Fahr's disease or Fahr's syndrome. You're most likely to get basal ganglia calcification between the ages of 30 and 60, though it can happen any time. Most people who develop it are in good health before they find out they have it. Basal ganglia calcification sometimes happens when you age, but many times comes from genes passed to you by your parents. You only need one faulty gene from one parent to get the illness. Your parents may have symptoms of it, but sometimes they don't. Calcium build-up in your basal ganglia can also happen because of infection, problems with your parathyroid gland, and for other reasons. When it happens this way, it is also known as basal ganglia calcification, but is different from the genetic form of the disease. You may have no symptoms at all. But if you do, there are usually two types: either movement-related or psychiatric. The exact symptoms depend on which part of your brain is affected. Movement symptoms: Clumsiness Walking unsteadily Talking more slowly than usual, or slurring your words Difficulty swallowing Involuntary movement of arms or legs Cramped muscles Stiff arms and legs (called spasticity) Tremors, muscle stiffness, lack of facial expression Psychiatric symptoms: Poor concentration Lapses in memory Mood changes Psychosis, or being out of touch with reality Dementia Other symptoms: â¢ Tiredness â¢ Migraines â¢ Seizures â¢ Vertigo, or dizziness â¢ Not being able to control when you urinate (called urinary incontinence) â¢ Impotence There is no one test for the condition. Instead, doctors use several methods to see if you have it. They usually start with symptoms and family history. If one of your brothers and sisters or a parent has it, it's more likely that your symptoms (if you have any) are part of the same syndrome. Imaging tests like magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI) and X-rays might show if there's any calcium build-up in your brain. A CT scan, which combines many X-rays to make detailed pictures of parts of your body, is the most common imaging test used. But if there is calcification, they can't always tell if it's because of the condition or something else. Your doctor might do special urine and blood tests to help rule out other problems. Testing of your genes is also possible if other things point to the illness. If one of your parents has it, you have a 50% chance of having it as well. If the condition runs in your family, you can get your genes tested whether you have symptoms or not. Consider genetic counseling from a professional before you have any genetic test. Counselors can also help you decide whether to have testing during your pregnancy, or prenatal testing, if you want to start a family. Prenatal testing for this disorder is available if you already know that it is present in your family. There is no cure, but there is treatment for the symptoms. For example, if you have seizures, certain anti-epileptic medicines can help. Or if you have migraines, you can take medicine to both prevent and treat them. If you are anxious or depressed, see your doctor. There are medicines to help with mood issues. If you have this condition, it's a good idea to see your doctor or specialist every year to see if it's changed or advanced.,Basal ganglia calcification is a very rare condition that happens when calcium builds up in your brain, usually in the basal ganglia, the part of your brain that helps control movement.Other parts of your brain can be affected as well.This can also be called familial idiopathic basal ganglia calcification or primary familial brain calcification, and it used to be called Fahr's disease or Fahr's syndrome.You're most likely to get basal ganglia calcification between the ages of 30 and 60, though it can happen any time.Most people who develop it are in good health before they find out they have it.Basal ganglia calcification sometimes happens when you age, but many times comes from genes passed to you by your parents.You only need one faulty gene from one parent to get the illness.Your parents may have symptoms of it, but sometimes they don't.Calcium build-up in your basal ganglia can also happen because of infection, problems with your parathyroid gland, and for other reasons.When it happens this way, it is also known as basal ganglia calcification, but is different from the genetic form of the disease.You may have no symptoms at all.But if you do, there are usually two types: either movement-related or psychiatric.The exact symptoms depend on which part of your brain is affected.Movement symptoms: Clumsiness Walking unsteadily Talking more slowly than usual, or slurring your words Difficulty swallowing Involuntary movement of arms or legs Cramped muscles Stiff arms and legs (called spasticity) Tremors, muscle stiffness, lack of facial expression Psychiatric symptoms: Poor concentration Lapses in memory Mood changes Psychosis, or being out of touch with reality Dementia Other symptoms: â¢ Tiredness â¢ Migraines â¢ Seizures â¢ Vertigo, or dizziness â¢ Not being able to control when you urinate (called urinary incontinence) â¢ Impotence There is no one test for the condition.Instead, doctors use several methods to see if you have it.They usually start with symptoms and family history.If one of your brothers and sisters or a parent has it, it's more likely that your symptoms (if you have any) are part of the same syndrome.Imaging tests like magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI) and X-rays might show if there's any calcium build-up in your brain.A CT scan, which combines many X-rays to make detailed pictures of parts of your body, is the most common imaging test used.But if there is calcification, they can't always tell if it's because of the condition or something else.Your doctor might do special urine and blood tests to help rule out other problems.Testing of your genes is also possible if other things point to the illness.If one of your parents has it, you have a 50% chance of having it as well.If the condition runs in your family, you can get your genes tested whether you have symptoms or not.Consider genetic counseling from a professional before you have any genetic test.Counselors can also help you decide whether to have testing during your pregnancy, or prenatal testing, if you want to start a family.Prenatal testing for this disorder is available if you already know that it is present in your family.There is no cure, but there is treatment for the symptoms.For example, if you have seizures, certain anti-epileptic medicines can help.Or if you have migraines, you can take medicine to both prevent and treat them.If you are anxious or depressed, see your doctor.There are medicines to help with mood issues.If you have this condition, it's a good idea to see your doctor or specialist every year to see if it's changed or advanced.
<human>: How can I help my child with ADHD do better in school? <bot>: You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself. Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention. Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein.,context:Parents often criticize children with ADHD for their behavior -- but it's more helpful to seek out and praise good behavior instead of punishing or taking away things for bad behavior. Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits. Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them. Setting up an effective discipline system. That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges. Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors. Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools. These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways. Children with ADHD may need help organizing their time and belongings. You can encourage your child with ADHD to: Stay on a schedule. Your child will function best if he has the same routine every day, from wake-up to bedtime. Be sure to include homework and playtime in the schedule. Kids may benefit from a visual representation of their schedule , such as a calendar or list. Review this with them often. Organize everyday items. Your child should have a place for everything and keep everything in its place. This includes clothing, backpacks, and school supplies. Use homework and notebook organizers. Stress the importance of having your child write down assignments and bring home the needed books. A checklist at the end of the day can be helpful to make sure items like schoolbooks, lunch boxes, and jackets are brought home each day. You can help your child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of your child's homework. You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself. Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention. Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein. Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients. Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school. Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework. Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing. And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise. Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus. Driving poses special risks for teens with ADHD. The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan. It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors. Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving. Not all children with ADHD have trouble getting along with others. If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships. The earlier your child's difficulties with peers are addressed, the more successful such steps can be. It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers. Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills. If something doesn't go well, process it with her later. Maybe try role-playing to see what she could have said or done differently.,Parents often criticize children with ADHD for their behavior -- but it's more helpful to seek out and praise good behavior instead of punishing or taking away things for bad behavior.Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits.Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them.Setting up an effective discipline system.That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges.Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors.Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools.These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways.Children with ADHD may need help organizing their time and belongings.You can encourage your child with ADHD to: Stay on a schedule.Your child will function best if he has the same routine every day, from wake-up to bedtime.Be sure to include homework and playtime in the schedule.Kids may benefit from a visual representation of their schedule , such as a calendar or list.Review this with them often.Organize everyday items.Your child should have a place for everything and keep everything in its place.This includes clothing, backpacks, and school supplies.Use homework and notebook organizers.Stress the importance of having your child write down assignments and bring home the needed books.A checklist at the end of the day can be helpful to make sure items like schoolbooks, lunch boxes, and jackets are brought home each day.You can help your child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of your child's homework.You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself.Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention.Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein.Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients.Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school.Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework.Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing.And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise.Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus.Driving poses special risks for teens with ADHD.The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan.It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors.Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving.Not all children with ADHD have trouble getting along with others.If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships.The earlier your child's difficulties with peers are addressed, the more successful such steps can be.It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers.Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills.If something doesn't go well, process it with her later.Maybe try role-playing to see what she could have said or done differently.
<human>: Does driving pose more of a risk to teens with ADHD? <bot>: The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan.,context:Parents often criticize children with ADHD for their behavior -- but it's more helpful to seek out and praise good behavior instead of punishing or taking away things for bad behavior. Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits. Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them. Setting up an effective discipline system. That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges. Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors. Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools. These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways. Children with ADHD may need help organizing their time and belongings. You can encourage your child with ADHD to: Stay on a schedule. Your child will function best if he has the same routine every day, from wake-up to bedtime. Be sure to include homework and playtime in the schedule. Kids may benefit from a visual representation of their schedule , such as a calendar or list. Review this with them often. Organize everyday items. Your child should have a place for everything and keep everything in its place. This includes clothing, backpacks, and school supplies. Use homework and notebook organizers. Stress the importance of having your child write down assignments and bring home the needed books. A checklist at the end of the day can be helpful to make sure items like schoolbooks, lunch boxes, and jackets are brought home each day. You can help your child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of your child's homework. You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself. Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention. Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein. Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients. Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school. Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework. Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing. And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise. Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus. Driving poses special risks for teens with ADHD. The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan. It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors. Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving. Not all children with ADHD have trouble getting along with others. If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships. The earlier your child's difficulties with peers are addressed, the more successful such steps can be. It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers. Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills. If something doesn't go well, process it with her later. Maybe try role-playing to see what she could have said or done differently.,Parents often criticize children with ADHD for their behavior -- but it's more helpful to seek out and praise good behavior instead of punishing or taking away things for bad behavior.Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits.Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them.Setting up an effective discipline system.That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges.Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors.Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools.These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways.Children with ADHD may need help organizing their time and belongings.You can encourage your child with ADHD to: Stay on a schedule.Your child will function best if he has the same routine every day, from wake-up to bedtime.Be sure to include homework and playtime in the schedule.Kids may benefit from a visual representation of their schedule , such as a calendar or list.Review this with them often.Organize everyday items.Your child should have a place for everything and keep everything in its place.This includes clothing, backpacks, and school supplies.Use homework and notebook organizers.Stress the importance of having your child write down assignments and bring home the needed books.A checklist at the end of the day can be helpful to make sure items like schoolbooks, lunch boxes, and jackets are brought home each day.You can help your child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of your child's homework.You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself.Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention.Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein.Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients.Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school.Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework.Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing.And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise.Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus.Driving poses special risks for teens with ADHD.The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan.It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors.Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving.Not all children with ADHD have trouble getting along with others.If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships.The earlier your child's difficulties with peers are addressed, the more successful such steps can be.It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers.Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills.If something doesn't go well, process it with her later.Maybe try role-playing to see what she could have said or done differently.
<human>: What are the risks of driving in teens with ADHD? <bot>: The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan. It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors. Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving.,context:Parents often criticize children with ADHD for their behavior -- but it's more helpful to seek out and praise good behavior instead of punishing or taking away things for bad behavior. Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits. Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them. Setting up an effective discipline system. That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges. Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors. Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools. These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways. Children with ADHD may need help organizing their time and belongings. You can encourage your child with ADHD to: Stay on a schedule. Your child will function best if he has the same routine every day, from wake-up to bedtime. Be sure to include homework and playtime in the schedule. Kids may benefit from a visual representation of their schedule , such as a calendar or list. Review this with them often. Organize everyday items. Your child should have a place for everything and keep everything in its place. This includes clothing, backpacks, and school supplies. Use homework and notebook organizers. Stress the importance of having your child write down assignments and bring home the needed books. A checklist at the end of the day can be helpful to make sure items like schoolbooks, lunch boxes, and jackets are brought home each day. You can help your child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of your child's homework. You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself. Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention. Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein. Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients. Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school. Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework. Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing. And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise. Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus. Driving poses special risks for teens with ADHD. The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan. It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors. Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving. Not all children with ADHD have trouble getting along with others. If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships. The earlier your child's difficulties with peers are addressed, the more successful such steps can be. It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers. Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills. If something doesn't go well, process it with her later. Maybe try role-playing to see what she could have said or done differently.,Parents often criticize children with ADHD for their behavior -- but it's more helpful to seek out and praise good behavior instead of punishing or taking away things for bad behavior.Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits.Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them.Setting up an effective discipline system.That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges.Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors.Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools.These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways.Children with ADHD may need help organizing their time and belongings.You can encourage your child with ADHD to: Stay on a schedule.Your child will function best if he has the same routine every day, from wake-up to bedtime.Be sure to include homework and playtime in the schedule.Kids may benefit from a visual representation of their schedule , such as a calendar or list.Review this with them often.Organize everyday items.Your child should have a place for everything and keep everything in its place.This includes clothing, backpacks, and school supplies.Use homework and notebook organizers.Stress the importance of having your child write down assignments and bring home the needed books.A checklist at the end of the day can be helpful to make sure items like schoolbooks, lunch boxes, and jackets are brought home each day.You can help your child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of your child's homework.You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself.Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention.Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein.Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients.Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school.Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework.Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing.And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise.Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus.Driving poses special risks for teens with ADHD.The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan.It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors.Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving.Not all children with ADHD have trouble getting along with others.If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships.The earlier your child's difficulties with peers are addressed, the more successful such steps can be.It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers.Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills.If something doesn't go well, process it with her later.Maybe try role-playing to see what she could have said or done differently.
<human>: How can I help my child with ADHD develop better relationship skills? <bot>: Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them. Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills.,context:Parents often criticize children with ADHD for their behavior -- but it's more helpful to seek out and praise good behavior instead of punishing or taking away things for bad behavior. Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits. Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them. Setting up an effective discipline system. That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges. Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors. Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools. These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways. Children with ADHD may need help organizing their time and belongings. You can encourage your child with ADHD to: Stay on a schedule. Your child will function best if he has the same routine every day, from wake-up to bedtime. Be sure to include homework and playtime in the schedule. Kids may benefit from a visual representation of their schedule , such as a calendar or list. Review this with them often. Organize everyday items. Your child should have a place for everything and keep everything in its place. This includes clothing, backpacks, and school supplies. Use homework and notebook organizers. Stress the importance of having your child write down assignments and bring home the needed books. A checklist at the end of the day can be helpful to make sure items like schoolbooks, lunch boxes, and jackets are brought home each day. You can help your child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of your child's homework. You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself. Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention. Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein. Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients. Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school. Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework. Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing. And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise. Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus. Driving poses special risks for teens with ADHD. The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan. It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors. Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving. Not all children with ADHD have trouble getting along with others. If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships. The earlier your child's difficulties with peers are addressed, the more successful such steps can be. It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers. Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills. If something doesn't go well, process it with her later. Maybe try role-playing to see what she could have said or done differently.,Parents often criticize children with ADHD for their behavior -- but it's more helpful to seek out and praise good behavior instead of punishing or taking away things for bad behavior.Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits.Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them.Setting up an effective discipline system.That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges.Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors.Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools.These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways.Children with ADHD may need help organizing their time and belongings.You can encourage your child with ADHD to: Stay on a schedule.Your child will function best if he has the same routine every day, from wake-up to bedtime.Be sure to include homework and playtime in the schedule.Kids may benefit from a visual representation of their schedule , such as a calendar or list.Review this with them often.Organize everyday items.Your child should have a place for everything and keep everything in its place.This includes clothing, backpacks, and school supplies.Use homework and notebook organizers.Stress the importance of having your child write down assignments and bring home the needed books.A checklist at the end of the day can be helpful to make sure items like schoolbooks, lunch boxes, and jackets are brought home each day.You can help your child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of your child's homework.You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself.Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention.Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein.Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients.Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school.Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework.Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing.And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise.Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus.Driving poses special risks for teens with ADHD.The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan.It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors.Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving.Not all children with ADHD have trouble getting along with others.If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships.The earlier your child's difficulties with peers are addressed, the more successful such steps can be.It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers.Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills.If something doesn't go well, process it with her later.Maybe try role-playing to see what she could have said or done differently.
<human>: What is the best way to parent a child with ADHD? <bot>: Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits. Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them. Setting up an effective discipline system. That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges. Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors. Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools. These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways. It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers.,context:Parents often criticize children with ADHD for their behavior -- but it's more helpful to seek out and praise good behavior instead of punishing or taking away things for bad behavior. Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits. Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them. Setting up an effective discipline system. That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges. Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors. Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools. These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways. Children with ADHD may need help organizing their time and belongings. You can encourage your child with ADHD to: Stay on a schedule. Your child will function best if he has the same routine every day, from wake-up to bedtime. Be sure to include homework and playtime in the schedule. Kids may benefit from a visual representation of their schedule , such as a calendar or list. Review this with them often. Organize everyday items. Your child should have a place for everything and keep everything in its place. This includes clothing, backpacks, and school supplies. Use homework and notebook organizers. Stress the importance of having your child write down assignments and bring home the needed books. A checklist at the end of the day can be helpful to make sure items like schoolbooks, lunch boxes, and jackets are brought home each day. You can help your child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of your child's homework. You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself. Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention. Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein. Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients. Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school. Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework. Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing. And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise. Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus. Driving poses special risks for teens with ADHD. The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan. It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors. Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving. Not all children with ADHD have trouble getting along with others. If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships. The earlier your child's difficulties with peers are addressed, the more successful such steps can be. It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers. Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills. If something doesn't go well, process it with her later. Maybe try role-playing to see what she could have said or done differently.,Parents often criticize children with ADHD for their behavior -- but it's more helpful to seek out and praise good behavior instead of punishing or taking away things for bad behavior.Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits.Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them.Setting up an effective discipline system.That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges.Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors.Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools.These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways.Children with ADHD may need help organizing their time and belongings.You can encourage your child with ADHD to: Stay on a schedule.Your child will function best if he has the same routine every day, from wake-up to bedtime.Be sure to include homework and playtime in the schedule.Kids may benefit from a visual representation of their schedule , such as a calendar or list.Review this with them often.Organize everyday items.Your child should have a place for everything and keep everything in its place.This includes clothing, backpacks, and school supplies.Use homework and notebook organizers.Stress the importance of having your child write down assignments and bring home the needed books.A checklist at the end of the day can be helpful to make sure items like schoolbooks, lunch boxes, and jackets are brought home each day.You can help your child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of your child's homework.You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself.Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention.Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein.Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients.Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school.Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework.Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing.And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise.Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus.Driving poses special risks for teens with ADHD.The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan.It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors.Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving.Not all children with ADHD have trouble getting along with others.If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships.The earlier your child's difficulties with peers are addressed, the more successful such steps can be.It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers.Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills.If something doesn't go well, process it with her later.Maybe try role-playing to see what she could have said or done differently.
<human>: How can I help my child with ADHD achieve academic success? <bot>: You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself. Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention. Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein. Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients. Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school. Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework. Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing. And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise. Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus. If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships.,context:Parents often criticize children with ADHD for their behavior -- but it's more helpful to seek out and praise good behavior instead of punishing or taking away things for bad behavior. Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits. Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them. Setting up an effective discipline system. That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges. Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors. Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools. These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways. Children with ADHD may need help organizing their time and belongings. You can encourage your child with ADHD to: Stay on a schedule. Your child will function best if he has the same routine every day, from wake-up to bedtime. Be sure to include homework and playtime in the schedule. Kids may benefit from a visual representation of their schedule , such as a calendar or list. Review this with them often. Organize everyday items. Your child should have a place for everything and keep everything in its place. This includes clothing, backpacks, and school supplies. Use homework and notebook organizers. Stress the importance of having your child write down assignments and bring home the needed books. A checklist at the end of the day can be helpful to make sure items like schoolbooks, lunch boxes, and jackets are brought home each day. You can help your child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of your child's homework. You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself. Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention. Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein. Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients. Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school. Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework. Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing. And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise. Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus. Driving poses special risks for teens with ADHD. The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan. It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors. Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving. Not all children with ADHD have trouble getting along with others. If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships. The earlier your child's difficulties with peers are addressed, the more successful such steps can be. It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers. Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills. If something doesn't go well, process it with her later. Maybe try role-playing to see what she could have said or done differently.,Parents often criticize children with ADHD for their behavior -- but it's more helpful to seek out and praise good behavior instead of punishing or taking away things for bad behavior.Ways to do this include: Providing clear, consistent expectations, directions, and limits.Children with ADHD need to know exactly what others expect from them.Setting up an effective discipline system.That means learning discipline methods that reward appropriate behavior and respond to misbehavior with alternatives such as time out or loss of privileges.Creating a behavior modification plan to change the most problematic behaviors.Behavior charts that track your child's chores or responsibilities and that offer potential rewards for positive behaviors can be helpful tools.These charts, as well as other behavior modification techniques, will help parents address problems in systematic, effective ways.Children with ADHD may need help organizing their time and belongings.You can encourage your child with ADHD to: Stay on a schedule.Your child will function best if he has the same routine every day, from wake-up to bedtime.Be sure to include homework and playtime in the schedule.Kids may benefit from a visual representation of their schedule , such as a calendar or list.Review this with them often.Organize everyday items.Your child should have a place for everything and keep everything in its place.This includes clothing, backpacks, and school supplies.Use homework and notebook organizers.Stress the importance of having your child write down assignments and bring home the needed books.A checklist at the end of the day can be helpful to make sure items like schoolbooks, lunch boxes, and jackets are brought home each day.You can help your child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of your child's homework.You can do this by making sure your child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions Given clear, concise instructions Encouraged to write each assignment in a notebook as it is given by the teacher Responsible for his or her own assignments; you should not do for your child what your child can do for himself.Well-hydrated and fed; a snack break can do wonders for helping to sustain attention.Try to choose healthy snacks which incorporate protein.Avoid sugary snacks or snacks lacking nutrients.Also, see if your child does better with a short break after school.Some kids have a hard time going straight from school into homework.Other kids, though, get too distracted by breaks and have a hard time refocusing.And make sure your child is getting plenty of exercise.Sometimes a little added activity can do wonders for focus.Driving poses special risks for teens with ADHD.The following behaviors associated with ADHD impose serious driving hazards: Inattention Impulsivity Risk-taking Immature judgment Need for stimulation Discuss driving privileges with your teen in relation to the overall ADHD treatment plan.It is your responsibility to establish rules and expectations for safe driving behaviors.Be sure to include a discussion about the risks of texting and talking on the phone while driving.Not all children with ADHD have trouble getting along with others.If your child does, however, you can take steps to help improve his or her social skills and relationships.The earlier your child's difficulties with peers are addressed, the more successful such steps can be.It is helpful for you to: Recognize the importance of healthy peer relationships for children Involve your child in activities with his or her peers; choosing an activity your child is particularly good at or enjoys will help them to have the confidence needed to focus on engaging more with peers.Set up social behavior goals with your child and implement a reward program Encourage social interactions if your child is withdrawn or excessively shy Schedule play activities with only one other child at a time Supervise play activities as your child practices social skills.If something doesn't go well, process it with her later.Maybe try role-playing to see what she could have said or done differently.
<human>: When should you call 911 about stress? <bot>: Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. You don't need to give your name.,context:Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member. Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis. But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health. You might be overly stressed without even knowing it. Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition. But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body. Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more. Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles. Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems. Digestive problems. These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting. Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients. Reproductive issues. Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men. Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress. Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure. When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline. These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise. This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over. For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there. However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks. Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions. In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings. Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit. Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself. Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist. Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point. She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder. She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools. Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. You don't need to give your name.,Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member.Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis.But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health.You might be overly stressed without even knowing it.Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition.But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body.Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more.Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles.Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems.Digestive problems.These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting.Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients.Reproductive issues.Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men.Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress.Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure.When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline.These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise.This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over.For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there.However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks.Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions.In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings.Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit.Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself.Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist.Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point.She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder.She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools.Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.You don't need to give your name.
<human>: Can digestive problems be a sign of stress? <bot>: These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting. Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients.,context:Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member. Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis. But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health. You might be overly stressed without even knowing it. Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition. But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body. Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more. Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles. Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems. Digestive problems. These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting. Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients. Reproductive issues. Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men. Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress. Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure. When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline. These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise. This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over. For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there. However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks. Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions. In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings. Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit. Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself. Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist. Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point. She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder. She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools. Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. You don't need to give your name.,Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member.Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis.But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health.You might be overly stressed without even knowing it.Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition.But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body.Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more.Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles.Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems.Digestive problems.These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting.Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients.Reproductive issues.Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men.Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress.Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure.When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline.These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise.This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over.For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there.However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks.Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions.In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings.Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit.Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself.Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist.Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point.She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder.She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools.Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.You don't need to give your name.
<human>: What are psychological and emotional signs of stress? <bot>: Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist.,context:Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member. Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis. But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health. You might be overly stressed without even knowing it. Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition. But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body. Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more. Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles. Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems. Digestive problems. These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting. Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients. Reproductive issues. Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men. Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress. Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure. When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline. These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise. This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over. For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there. However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks. Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions. In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings. Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit. Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself. Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist. Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point. She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder. She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools. Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. You don't need to give your name.,Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member.Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis.But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health.You might be overly stressed without even knowing it.Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition.But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body.Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more.Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles.Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems.Digestive problems.These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting.Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients.Reproductive issues.Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men.Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress.Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure.When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline.These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise.This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over.For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there.However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks.Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions.In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings.Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit.Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself.Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist.Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point.She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder.She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools.Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.You don't need to give your name.
<human>: What are mental and emotional signs of stress? <bot>: Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions. In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings. Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit. Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself.,context:Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member. Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis. But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health. You might be overly stressed without even knowing it. Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition. But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body. Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more. Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles. Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems. Digestive problems. These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting. Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients. Reproductive issues. Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men. Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress. Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure. When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline. These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise. This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over. For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there. However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks. Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions. In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings. Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit. Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself. Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist. Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point. She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder. She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools. Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. You don't need to give your name.,Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member.Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis.But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health.You might be overly stressed without even knowing it.Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition.But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body.Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more.Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles.Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems.Digestive problems.These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting.Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients.Reproductive issues.Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men.Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress.Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure.When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline.These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise.This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over.For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there.However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks.Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions.In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings.Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit.Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself.Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist.Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point.She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder.She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools.Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.You don't need to give your name.
<human>: Can pain be a sign of stress? <bot>: Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles. Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems.,context:Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member. Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis. But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health. You might be overly stressed without even knowing it. Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition. But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body. Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more. Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles. Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems. Digestive problems. These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting. Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients. Reproductive issues. Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men. Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress. Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure. When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline. These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise. This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over. For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there. However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks. Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions. In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings. Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit. Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself. Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist. Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point. She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder. She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools. Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. You don't need to give your name.,Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member.Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis.But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health.You might be overly stressed without even knowing it.Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition.But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body.Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more.Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles.Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems.Digestive problems.These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting.Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients.Reproductive issues.Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men.Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress.Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure.When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline.These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise.This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over.For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there.However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks.Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions.In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings.Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit.Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself.Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist.Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point.She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder.She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools.Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.You don't need to give your name.
<human>: What are signs it is time to get help with stress? <bot>: Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.,context:Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member. Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis. But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health. You might be overly stressed without even knowing it. Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition. But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body. Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more. Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles. Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems. Digestive problems. These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting. Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients. Reproductive issues. Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men. Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress. Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure. When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline. These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise. This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over. For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there. However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks. Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions. In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings. Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit. Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself. Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist. Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point. She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder. She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools. Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. You don't need to give your name.,Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member.Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis.But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health.You might be overly stressed without even knowing it.Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition.But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body.Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more.Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles.Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems.Digestive problems.These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting.Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients.Reproductive issues.Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men.Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress.Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure.When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline.These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise.This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over.For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there.However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks.Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions.In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings.Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit.Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself.Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist.Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point.She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder.She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools.Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.You don't need to give your name.
<human>: Can stress lead to reproductive problems? <bot>: Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health. But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body.,context:Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member. Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis. But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health. You might be overly stressed without even knowing it. Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition. But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body. Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more. Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles. Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems. Digestive problems. These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting. Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients. Reproductive issues. Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men. Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress. Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure. When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline. These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise. This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over. For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there. However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks. Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions. In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings. Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit. Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself. Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist. Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point. She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder. She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools. Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. You don't need to give your name.,Maybe it's your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member.Whatever the cause, it's likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis.But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.Knowing how to spot the signs and symptoms that you're under too much stress can help you stay aware and address the issues before they harm your health.You might be overly stressed without even knowing it.Maybe you have certain physical symptoms and blame it on an illness or other condition.But the truth is, stress itself can cause problems in your organs, tissues, and just about every system in your body.Depending on how you handle stress, you might have symptoms that affect everything from your hormones to your heart, and more.Some of the physical signs that your stress levels are too high include: Pain or tension in your head, chest, stomach, or muscles.Your muscles tend to tense up when you're stressed, and over time this can cause headaches, migraines, or musculoskeletal problems.Digestive problems.These can include diarrhea and constipation, or nausea and vomiting.Stress can affect how quickly food moves through your system and the way your intestines absorb nutrients.Reproductive issues.Stress can cause changes to your sex drive, problems with irregular or painful periods in women, or impotence and problems with sperm production in men.Whether you're a man or a woman, you might also feel reduced sexual desire when you're under too much stress.Changes to your heart rate and blood pressure.When you're overwhelmed with stress, your body goes into âfight-or-flightâ mode, which triggers your adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline.These can make your heart beat faster and your blood pressure rise.This usually happens when there's a momentary stressor, and the effects pass once it's over.For example, you might find your heart racing if you're late for a meeting, but then it calms down once you're there.However, over time, too many episodes of this kind of acute stress can cause inflammation in your arteries, which could be a contributing factor to heart attacks.Stress can also affect how you think and feel, making it tough to get through your normal responsibilities and make rational decisions.In some cases, this kind of stress can impact behavior in other ways, and some people turn to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful substances to cope with their feelings.Excessive stress may also affect your appetite, causing you to eat more or less than usual, and it may affect or eliminate your motivation to exercise and stay fit.Additionally, the feelings you get when you're stressed may make you feel like withdrawing from friends and family and isolating yourself.Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety Anger, irritability, or restlessness Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much Racing thoughts or constant worry Problems with your memory or concentration Making bad decisions If you're struggling with stress and don't know how to cope, you may want to seek help from a specialist.Your primary care doctor can be a good starting point.She can help you figure out if the signs and symptoms you're experiencing are from a medical issue or an anxiety disorder.She can also refer you to a mental health expert and provide you with additional resources and tools.Some of the signs it's time to get help: Your work or school performance is suffering You're using alcohol, drugs, or tobacco to deal with your stress Your eating or sleeping habits change significantly You're behaving in ways that are dangerous to yourself, including self-mutilation You have irrational fears and anxiety You have trouble getting through your daily responsibilities You're withdrawing from friends and family You think about suicide or hurting other people If your stress has gotten to the point that you're thinking of hurting yourself or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.You can also call one of the free suicide prevention helplines, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.You don't need to give your name.
<human>: Where should deep brain stimulation be performed? <bot>: This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries. Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.,context:Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor. In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy). These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation. These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain. If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result. Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain. Therefore, the risks are much lower. In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease). The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain. It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest. The device generates electrical shocks. Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages. The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not. The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations. Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target. As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation. Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments. Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies. With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried. The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease. In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation. No. Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse. It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS. Deep brain stimulation is not experimental. The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions. The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis. However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance. There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition. There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation. These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist. Before considering surgery, you should try medication first. If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS. But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications. If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders. Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you. This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries. Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.,Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor.In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy).These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation.These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain.If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result.Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain.Therefore, the risks are much lower.In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease).The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain.It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest.The device generates electrical shocks.Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages.The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not.The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations.Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target.As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation.Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments.Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies.With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried.The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease.In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation.No.Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse.It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS.Deep brain stimulation is not experimental.The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia.Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions.The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis.However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance.There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition.There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation.These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist.Before considering surgery, you should try medication first.If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS.But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications.If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders.Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you.This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries.Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.
<human>: Can deep brain stimulation cure multiple sclerosis? <bot>: Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse.,context:Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor. In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy). These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation. These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain. If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result. Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain. Therefore, the risks are much lower. In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease). The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain. It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest. The device generates electrical shocks. Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages. The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not. The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations. Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target. As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation. Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments. Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies. With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried. The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease. In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation. No. Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse. It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS. Deep brain stimulation is not experimental. The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions. The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis. However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance. There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition. There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation. These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist. Before considering surgery, you should try medication first. If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS. But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications. If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders. Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you. This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries. Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.,Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor.In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy).These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation.These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain.If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result.Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain.Therefore, the risks are much lower.In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease).The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain.It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest.The device generates electrical shocks.Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages.The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not.The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations.Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target.As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation.Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments.Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies.With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried.The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease.In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation.No.Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse.It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS.Deep brain stimulation is not experimental.The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia.Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions.The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis.However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance.There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition.There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation.These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist.Before considering surgery, you should try medication first.If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS.But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications.If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders.Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you.This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries.Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.
<human>: What happens to the electrode for deep brain stimulation? <bot>: The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain. It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest. The device generates electrical shocks.,context:Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor. In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy). These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation. These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain. If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result. Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain. Therefore, the risks are much lower. In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease). The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain. It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest. The device generates electrical shocks. Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages. The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not. The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations. Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target. As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation. Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments. Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies. With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried. The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease. In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation. No. Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse. It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS. Deep brain stimulation is not experimental. The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions. The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis. However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance. There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition. There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation. These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist. Before considering surgery, you should try medication first. If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS. But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications. If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders. Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you. This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries. Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.,Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor.In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy).These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation.These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain.If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result.Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain.Therefore, the risks are much lower.In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease).The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain.It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest.The device generates electrical shocks.Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages.The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not.The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations.Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target.As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation.Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments.Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies.With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried.The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease.In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation.No.Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse.It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS.Deep brain stimulation is not experimental.The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia.Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions.The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis.However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance.There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition.There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation.These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist.Before considering surgery, you should try medication first.If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS.But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications.If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders.Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you.This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries.Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.
<human>: How does deep brain stimulation help multiple sclerosis? <bot>: Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor. In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation.,context:Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor. In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy). These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation. These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain. If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result. Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain. Therefore, the risks are much lower. In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease). The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain. It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest. The device generates electrical shocks. Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages. The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not. The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations. Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target. As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation. Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments. Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies. With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried. The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease. In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation. No. Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse. It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS. Deep brain stimulation is not experimental. The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions. The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis. However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance. There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition. There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation. These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist. Before considering surgery, you should try medication first. If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS. But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications. If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders. Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you. This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries. Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.,Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor.In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy).These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation.These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain.If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result.Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain.Therefore, the risks are much lower.In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease).The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain.It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest.The device generates electrical shocks.Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages.The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not.The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations.Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target.As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation.Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments.Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies.With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried.The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease.In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation.No.Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse.It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS.Deep brain stimulation is not experimental.The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia.Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions.The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis.However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance.There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition.There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation.These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist.Before considering surgery, you should try medication first.If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS.But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications.If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders.Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you.This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries.Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.
<human>: What is deep brain stimulation? <bot>: In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy). These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation. These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain. If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result. The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia.,context:Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor. In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy). These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation. These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain. If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result. Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain. Therefore, the risks are much lower. In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease). The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain. It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest. The device generates electrical shocks. Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages. The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not. The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations. Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target. As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation. Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments. Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies. With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried. The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease. In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation. No. Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse. It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS. Deep brain stimulation is not experimental. The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions. The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis. However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance. There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition. There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation. These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist. Before considering surgery, you should try medication first. If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS. But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications. If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders. Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you. This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries. Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.,Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor.In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy).These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation.These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain.If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result.Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain.Therefore, the risks are much lower.In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease).The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain.It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest.The device generates electrical shocks.Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages.The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not.The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations.Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target.As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation.Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments.Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies.With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried.The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease.In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation.No.Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse.It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS.Deep brain stimulation is not experimental.The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia.Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions.The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis.However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance.There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition.There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation.These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist.Before considering surgery, you should try medication first.If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS.But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications.If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders.Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you.This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries.Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.
<human>: Is deep brain stimulation considered experimental? <bot>: The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain. Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions. The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis.,context:Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor. In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy). These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation. These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain. If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result. Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain. Therefore, the risks are much lower. In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease). The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain. It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest. The device generates electrical shocks. Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages. The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not. The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations. Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target. As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation. Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments. Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies. With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried. The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease. In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation. No. Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse. It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS. Deep brain stimulation is not experimental. The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions. The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis. However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance. There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition. There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation. These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist. Before considering surgery, you should try medication first. If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS. But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications. If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders. Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you. This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries. Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.,Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor.In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy).These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation.These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain.If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result.Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain.Therefore, the risks are much lower.In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease).The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain.It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest.The device generates electrical shocks.Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages.The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not.The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations.Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target.As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation.Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments.Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies.With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried.The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease.In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation.No.Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse.It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS.Deep brain stimulation is not experimental.The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia.Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions.The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis.However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance.There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition.There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation.These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist.Before considering surgery, you should try medication first.If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS.But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications.If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders.Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you.This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries.Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.
<human>: Has the FDA approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis? <bot>: The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance. There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition.,context:Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor. In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy). These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation. These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain. If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result. Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain. Therefore, the risks are much lower. In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease). The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain. It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest. The device generates electrical shocks. Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages. The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not. The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations. Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target. As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation. Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments. Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies. With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried. The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease. In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation. No. Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse. It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS. Deep brain stimulation is not experimental. The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions. The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis. However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance. There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition. There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation. These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist. Before considering surgery, you should try medication first. If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS. But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications. If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders. Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you. This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries. Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.,Deep brain stimulation (or DBS) is a variation of an old surgery that may be used to treat tremors in people with conditions such as multiple sclerosis ( MS), Parkinson's disease, and essential tremor.In the 1960s, surgery was used to destroy a small area deep in the brain called the thalamus (thalamotomy) or another part of the brain called the globus pallidus (pallidotomy).These surgeries are still done today, although less frequently because of the availability of deep brain stimulation.These surgeries carry significant risks: both thalamotomy and pallidotomy require purposeful destruction of areas of the brain.If the surgeon is off by even a fraction of an inch, the surgery may not be effective and severe complications such as paralysis, loss of vision, or loss of speech can result.Deep brain stimulation is a way to inactivate parts of the brain without purposefully destroying the brain.Therefore, the risks are much lower.In deep brain stimulation, the tip of an electrode is placed in the thalamus (for tremor and multiple sclerosis) or in the globus pallidus or subthalamic nucleus (for Parkinson's disease).The electrode for deep brain stimulation is left in the brain.It is connected by a wire to a pacemaker-like device that is implanted under the skin over the chest.The device generates electrical shocks.Deep brain stimulation offers many advantages.The electrical stimulation is adjustable, whereas surgical destruction is not.The electrode has four metal contacts that can be used in many different combinations.Even if one electrode contact is not in the exact location, it is likely that one of the others or some combination of the electrical contacts will be closer to the proper target.As the patient's response to surgery changes over time, the stimulation can be adjusted without requiring a repeat operation.Another significant advantage of deep brain stimulation relates to future treatments.Destructive surgery, such as thalamotomy or pallidotomy, may reduce the patient's potential to benefit from future therapies.With deep brain stimulation, the stimulator could be turned off if other therapies were to be tried.The main purpose of deep brain stimulation for people with multiple sclerosis is to control a severe tremor related to the disease.In the case of multiple sclerosis, other problems such as loss of vision, sensation, or strength are not helped by deep brain stimulation.No.Electrical stimulation does not cure multiple sclerosis nor prevent the disease from getting worse.It helps to relieve the symptom of tremor related to MS.Deep brain stimulation is not experimental.The FDA has approved DBS to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia.Dystonia is a type of movement disorder characterized by abnormal postures and twisting motions.The FDA has not specifically approved deep brain stimulation of the thalamus to treat multiple sclerosis.However, this does not mean that the treatment is experimental or that it would not be covered by insurance.There are many examples of treatments that are used every day but have not been approved by the FDA for a specific medical condition.There are many important issues to be addressed when considering deep brain stimulation.These issues should be discussed with a movement disorders expert or a specially trained neurologist.Before considering surgery, you should try medication first.If drugs are able to control your symptoms, you should not get DBS.But you and your doctor should consider the surgery if you do not have good control through medications.If you are unsure if DBS is right for you, talk to a movement disorders expert or a neurologist who has experience with movement disorders.Deep brain stimulation should be performed in a center where there is a team of experts to care for you.This means neurologists and neurosurgeons who have extensive experience and specialized training in doing these types of surgeries.Always ask a doctor how many of a specific procedure he or she has performed.
<human>: Can you prevent diabetic retinopathy and macular edema? <bot>: Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: Does diabetic retinopathy cause macular edema? <bot>: Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: What is proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR)? <bot>: If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: Can you slow or reverse vision loss due to diabetes? <bot>: If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: When is a vitrectomy indicated for people with diabetes? <bot>: These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: Do I need to do a lot of extra work to care for my eyes if I have diabetes? <bot>: Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: How common is diabetic retinopathy? <bot>: Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: Does diabetes cause glaucoma? <bot>: Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: Why is it important to get your eyes checked if you have diabetes? <bot>: How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: How can managing blood pressure help with diabetes-related eyesight complications? <bot>: Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: Does diabetes cause cataracts? <bot>: Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: What are some warning signs of diabetes-related eyesight complications? <bot>: The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: How often should I have dilated eye exams to check for diabetes-related eyesight complications? <bot>: An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: Is proliferative diabetic retinopathy treatable? <bot>: If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: How can managing blood sugar help with diabetes-related eyesight complications? <bot>: Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: How can quitting smoking prevent diabetes-related eyesight complications? <bot>: Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.,context:How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it. High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time. That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma. So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes. Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina. That's the lining at the back of your eye. Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common. If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy. It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina. These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid. This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss. Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema. This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision. You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details. Instead, things look blurry. Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol. If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss. If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year. If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years. There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy. Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels. These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye. This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer. It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood. You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth. If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula. Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes. Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision. If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help. If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision. Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye. This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight. You likely won't have symptoms early on. Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights. Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure. In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery. Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1. Manage your blood sugar. One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels. Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes. This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes. Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months. This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment. Aim for a test result of around 7% or less. 2. Manage your blood pressure. Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes. Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit. If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level. The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80. How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3. Have yearly "dilated" eye exams. An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels. Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy. 4. Watch for warning signs. The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help. Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5. Quit smoking. Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes. If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free. The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting. 6. Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together. It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes. The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy. Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed. This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.,How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips When you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you're more likely to have eye problems than someone without it.High blood sugar can damage the tiny blood vessels in your eyes over time.That can lead to an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy.High blood sugar can also lead to cataracts and glaucoma.So take care of your diabetes -- and keep up with annual eye exams -- to take care of your eyes.Diabetes and Eye Problems Diabetic retinopathy: At some point, nearly 1 out of 3 people with diabetes has retinopathy -- damage to the blood vessels in the retina.That's the lining at the back of your eye.Non-proliferative retinopathy, which doesn't usually threaten your eyesight, is most common.If you continue to have high blood sugar over several years, though, you could go on to have a more severe disease known as proliferative diabetic retinopathy.It's called "proliferative" because new blood vessels start to grow on the surface of the retina.These blood vessels are fragile and can leak blood or fluid.This causes scarring of the retina and long-term vision loss.Diabetic retinopathy may also cause macular edema.This happens when fluid leaks into the part of the retina that helps give you the sharp, central vision.You need that for reading, driving, and seeing fine details.Instead, things look blurry.Many studies have shown that you can cut your odds of losing your vision from retinopathy and macular edema with strict control of your blood sugars, blood pressure, and cholesterol.If you find and treat diabetic retinopathy early, you can slow or even reverse some forms of vision loss.If you have diabetes, you should see an eye doctor at least once a year.If your annual exams are normal, you may be able to have follow-up exams every 2-3 years.There are many ways to treat proliferative diabetic retinopathy.Your doctor may target the retina with a special laser to shrink the new blood vessels.These fragile blood vessels could tear, causing bleeding in your eye.This laser procedure may keep your vision better longer.It works best if used before the fragile new vessels have started to bleed.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Diabetes and Eye Problems continued... A procedure called a vitrectomy may be used to remove the clear gel of the eye, called the vitreous, if it becomes clouded by blood.You may also need treatment to repair a detached retina or damaged macula caused by this new blood vessel growth.If you have macular edema, laser surgery or drugs placed inside your eye can slow leaking around the macula.Diabetes and cataracts: You're more likely to have cataracts -- and at a younger age -- if you have diabetes.Cataracts cloud your eye's lens and cause blurred vision.If you have mild cataracts, sunglasses and glare-control glasses can help.If it's severe, cataract surgery replaces the cloudy lens with a man-made lens to improve your vision.Diabetes and glaucoma: Having diabetes doubles your odds of glaucoma, a condition that puts added pressure in your eye.This extra pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve, the main eye nerve for sight.You likely won't have symptoms early on.Some people slowly lose vision or see bright halos or colored rings around lights.Glaucoma is treated with prescription eyedrops to lower eye pressure.In some cases, you may need laser treatment or surgery.Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems Protect your eyesight with these eye care tips: 1.Manage your blood sugar.One of the best things you can do for your eyes is to keep your blood sugar at near-normal levels.Steady blood sugar control can slow the damage to the tiny blood vessels in your eyes.This helps prevent or delay the start of eye problems linked to diabetes.Two to four times a year, have an A1c blood test, which measures your glucose levels for the past 2 to 3 months.This helps your doctor to better plan your treatment.Aim for a test result of around 7% or less.2.Manage your blood pressure.Control your blood pressure to help slow or prevent eye disease caused by diabetes.Have your blood pressure checked by your doctor at every visit.If a low-salt diet, staying at a healthy weight, and exercise aren't enough to keep it under control, you may need drugs to bring it down to a healthier level.The goal for most people with diabetes is blood pressure of less than 130/80.How Diabetes Affect Your Eyes and Eye Care Tips Eye Care: 6 Steps to Prevent Eye Problems continued... 3.Have yearly "dilated" eye exams.An eye doctor needs to widen your pupils with special eyedrops to look for early signs of damage to tiny eye blood vessels.Get a full eye exam every year, so your eye doctor can find and treat problems early.If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get an eye exam early in your pregnancy and stay in touch with your eye doctor throughout your pregnancy.4.Watch for warning signs.The sooner you notice an eye problem, the more likely treatment will help.Call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms: Blurry, cloudy, or double vision Flashing lights or rings around lights Blank, dark, or floating spots in your vision Pain, pressure, or constant redness in your eyes Trouble seeing signs or straight lines Trouble seeing out of the corner of your eye Any sudden change in your vision 5.Quit smoking.Smoking damages your blood vessels and raises your odds of eye problems, which are already higher because you have diabetes.If you smoke, get help from your doctor, a support group, or a smoking cessation program so you have strength to quit -- and stay smoke-free.The American Cancer Society and other groups sponsor 800- QUIT- NOW, a web site and phone service that gives free advice and support for quitting.6.Take heart: Diabetes care and eye care work together.It doesn't take a lot of extra work to take care of your eyes with diabetes.The steps you take to manage diabetes also help keep your eyes healthy.Follow your diabetes meal plan, get enough exercise, and take any diabetes drugs as prescribed.This helps keep your blood sugar levels healthy -- and gives you the best possible chance of keeping your eyesight strong.
<human>: Can rapid or irregular heartbeats be a heart failure system? <bot>: The heart beats faster to pump enough blood to the body. This causes a fast or irregular heartbeat.,context:The symptoms of heart failure are related to the changes that occur to your heart and body, and may be mild, moderate, or severe, depending on how weak your heart is. The symptoms can include: Congested lungs. Fluid backup in the lungs can cause shortness of breath with exercise or difficulty breathing at rest or when lying flat in bed. Lung congestion also causes a dry, hacking cough or wheezing. Fluid and water retention. Less blood to your kidneys causes fluid and water retention, resulting in swollen ankles, legs, and abdomen (called edema) and weight gain. Symptoms may cause an increased need to urinate during the night. Bloating in your stomach may cause a loss of appetite or nausea. Dizziness, fatigue, and weakness. Less blood to your major organs and muscles makes you feel tired and weak. Less blood to the brain can cause dizziness or confusion. Rapid or irregular heartbeats. The heart beats faster to pump enough blood to the body. This causes a fast or irregular heartbeat. If you have heart failure, you may have one or all of these symptoms or you may have none of them. In addition, your symptoms may not be related to how weak your heart is; you may have many symptoms, but your heart function may be only mildly weakened. Or you may have a more severely damaged heart but have no symptoms. If you have any of the above listed symptoms, be sure to see a doctor. Also, because heart failure can occur without symptoms, be sure to get a yearly doctor check-up so that any problems can be detected and treated.,The symptoms of heart failure are related to the changes that occur to your heart and body, and may be mild, moderate, or severe, depending on how weak your heart is.The symptoms can include: Congested lungs.Fluid backup in the lungs can cause shortness of breath with exercise or difficulty breathing at rest or when lying flat in bed.Lung congestion also causes a dry, hacking cough or wheezing.Fluid and water retention.Less blood to your kidneys causes fluid and water retention, resulting in swollen ankles, legs, and abdomen (called edema) and weight gain.Symptoms may cause an increased need to urinate during the night.Bloating in your stomach may cause a loss of appetite or nausea.Dizziness, fatigue, and weakness.Less blood to your major organs and muscles makes you feel tired and weak.Less blood to the brain can cause dizziness or confusion.Rapid or irregular heartbeats.The heart beats faster to pump enough blood to the body.This causes a fast or irregular heartbeat.If you have heart failure, you may have one or all of these symptoms or you may have none of them.In addition, your symptoms may not be related to how weak your heart is; you may have many symptoms, but your heart function may be only mildly weakened.Or you may have a more severely damaged heart but have no symptoms.If you have any of the above listed symptoms, be sure to see a doctor.Also, because heart failure can occur without symptoms, be sure to get a yearly doctor check-up so that any problems can be detected and treated.
<human>: Can dizziness, fatigue, and weakness be a heart failure symptom? <bot>: Less blood to your major organs and muscles makes you feel tired and weak. Less blood to the brain can cause dizziness or confusion.,context:The symptoms of heart failure are related to the changes that occur to your heart and body, and may be mild, moderate, or severe, depending on how weak your heart is. The symptoms can include: Congested lungs. Fluid backup in the lungs can cause shortness of breath with exercise or difficulty breathing at rest or when lying flat in bed. Lung congestion also causes a dry, hacking cough or wheezing. Fluid and water retention. Less blood to your kidneys causes fluid and water retention, resulting in swollen ankles, legs, and abdomen (called edema) and weight gain. Symptoms may cause an increased need to urinate during the night. Bloating in your stomach may cause a loss of appetite or nausea. Dizziness, fatigue, and weakness. Less blood to your major organs and muscles makes you feel tired and weak. Less blood to the brain can cause dizziness or confusion. Rapid or irregular heartbeats. The heart beats faster to pump enough blood to the body. This causes a fast or irregular heartbeat. If you have heart failure, you may have one or all of these symptoms or you may have none of them. In addition, your symptoms may not be related to how weak your heart is; you may have many symptoms, but your heart function may be only mildly weakened. Or you may have a more severely damaged heart but have no symptoms. If you have any of the above listed symptoms, be sure to see a doctor. Also, because heart failure can occur without symptoms, be sure to get a yearly doctor check-up so that any problems can be detected and treated.,The symptoms of heart failure are related to the changes that occur to your heart and body, and may be mild, moderate, or severe, depending on how weak your heart is.The symptoms can include: Congested lungs.Fluid backup in the lungs can cause shortness of breath with exercise or difficulty breathing at rest or when lying flat in bed.Lung congestion also causes a dry, hacking cough or wheezing.Fluid and water retention.Less blood to your kidneys causes fluid and water retention, resulting in swollen ankles, legs, and abdomen (called edema) and weight gain.Symptoms may cause an increased need to urinate during the night.Bloating in your stomach may cause a loss of appetite or nausea.Dizziness, fatigue, and weakness.Less blood to your major organs and muscles makes you feel tired and weak.Less blood to the brain can cause dizziness or confusion.Rapid or irregular heartbeats.The heart beats faster to pump enough blood to the body.This causes a fast or irregular heartbeat.If you have heart failure, you may have one or all of these symptoms or you may have none of them.In addition, your symptoms may not be related to how weak your heart is; you may have many symptoms, but your heart function may be only mildly weakened.Or you may have a more severely damaged heart but have no symptoms.If you have any of the above listed symptoms, be sure to see a doctor.Also, because heart failure can occur without symptoms, be sure to get a yearly doctor check-up so that any problems can be detected and treated.
<human>: Can fluid and water retention be a heart failure symptom? <bot>: Less blood to your kidneys causes fluid and water retention, resulting in swollen ankles, legs, and abdomen (called edema) and weight gain. Symptoms may cause an increased need to urinate during the night. Bloating in your stomach may cause a loss of appetite or nausea.,context:The symptoms of heart failure are related to the changes that occur to your heart and body, and may be mild, moderate, or severe, depending on how weak your heart is. The symptoms can include: Congested lungs. Fluid backup in the lungs can cause shortness of breath with exercise or difficulty breathing at rest or when lying flat in bed. Lung congestion also causes a dry, hacking cough or wheezing. Fluid and water retention. Less blood to your kidneys causes fluid and water retention, resulting in swollen ankles, legs, and abdomen (called edema) and weight gain. Symptoms may cause an increased need to urinate during the night. Bloating in your stomach may cause a loss of appetite or nausea. Dizziness, fatigue, and weakness. Less blood to your major organs and muscles makes you feel tired and weak. Less blood to the brain can cause dizziness or confusion. Rapid or irregular heartbeats. The heart beats faster to pump enough blood to the body. This causes a fast or irregular heartbeat. If you have heart failure, you may have one or all of these symptoms or you may have none of them. In addition, your symptoms may not be related to how weak your heart is; you may have many symptoms, but your heart function may be only mildly weakened. Or you may have a more severely damaged heart but have no symptoms. If you have any of the above listed symptoms, be sure to see a doctor. Also, because heart failure can occur without symptoms, be sure to get a yearly doctor check-up so that any problems can be detected and treated.,The symptoms of heart failure are related to the changes that occur to your heart and body, and may be mild, moderate, or severe, depending on how weak your heart is.The symptoms can include: Congested lungs.Fluid backup in the lungs can cause shortness of breath with exercise or difficulty breathing at rest or when lying flat in bed.Lung congestion also causes a dry, hacking cough or wheezing.Fluid and water retention.Less blood to your kidneys causes fluid and water retention, resulting in swollen ankles, legs, and abdomen (called edema) and weight gain.Symptoms may cause an increased need to urinate during the night.Bloating in your stomach may cause a loss of appetite or nausea.Dizziness, fatigue, and weakness.Less blood to your major organs and muscles makes you feel tired and weak.Less blood to the brain can cause dizziness or confusion.Rapid or irregular heartbeats.The heart beats faster to pump enough blood to the body.This causes a fast or irregular heartbeat.If you have heart failure, you may have one or all of these symptoms or you may have none of them.In addition, your symptoms may not be related to how weak your heart is; you may have many symptoms, but your heart function may be only mildly weakened.Or you may have a more severely damaged heart but have no symptoms.If you have any of the above listed symptoms, be sure to see a doctor.Also, because heart failure can occur without symptoms, be sure to get a yearly doctor check-up so that any problems can be detected and treated.
<human>: Can congested lungs be a heart failure symptom? <bot>: Lung congestion also causes a dry, hacking cough or wheezing. Bloating in your stomach may cause a loss of appetite or nausea.,context:The symptoms of heart failure are related to the changes that occur to your heart and body, and may be mild, moderate, or severe, depending on how weak your heart is. The symptoms can include: Congested lungs. Fluid backup in the lungs can cause shortness of breath with exercise or difficulty breathing at rest or when lying flat in bed. Lung congestion also causes a dry, hacking cough or wheezing. Fluid and water retention. Less blood to your kidneys causes fluid and water retention, resulting in swollen ankles, legs, and abdomen (called edema) and weight gain. Symptoms may cause an increased need to urinate during the night. Bloating in your stomach may cause a loss of appetite or nausea. Dizziness, fatigue, and weakness. Less blood to your major organs and muscles makes you feel tired and weak. Less blood to the brain can cause dizziness or confusion. Rapid or irregular heartbeats. The heart beats faster to pump enough blood to the body. This causes a fast or irregular heartbeat. If you have heart failure, you may have one or all of these symptoms or you may have none of them. In addition, your symptoms may not be related to how weak your heart is; you may have many symptoms, but your heart function may be only mildly weakened. Or you may have a more severely damaged heart but have no symptoms. If you have any of the above listed symptoms, be sure to see a doctor. Also, because heart failure can occur without symptoms, be sure to get a yearly doctor check-up so that any problems can be detected and treated.,The symptoms of heart failure are related to the changes that occur to your heart and body, and may be mild, moderate, or severe, depending on how weak your heart is.The symptoms can include: Congested lungs.Fluid backup in the lungs can cause shortness of breath with exercise or difficulty breathing at rest or when lying flat in bed.Lung congestion also causes a dry, hacking cough or wheezing.Fluid and water retention.Less blood to your kidneys causes fluid and water retention, resulting in swollen ankles, legs, and abdomen (called edema) and weight gain.Symptoms may cause an increased need to urinate during the night.Bloating in your stomach may cause a loss of appetite or nausea.Dizziness, fatigue, and weakness.Less blood to your major organs and muscles makes you feel tired and weak.Less blood to the brain can cause dizziness or confusion.Rapid or irregular heartbeats.The heart beats faster to pump enough blood to the body.This causes a fast or irregular heartbeat.If you have heart failure, you may have one or all of these symptoms or you may have none of them.In addition, your symptoms may not be related to how weak your heart is; you may have many symptoms, but your heart function may be only mildly weakened.Or you may have a more severely damaged heart but have no symptoms.If you have any of the above listed symptoms, be sure to see a doctor.Also, because heart failure can occur without symptoms, be sure to get a yearly doctor check-up so that any problems can be detected and treated.
<human>: How can a journal help in managing ulcerative colitis (UC)? <bot>: Keep a journal of all your health-related information so you can bring it to your next visit with your doctor. She'll want to know what foods you've been eating and any flare triggers you've noticed. Not only can it help you create an "eat this, not that" list, it can also help your doctor tell if you're getting the nutrition you need.,context:One of the keys to handling your ulcerative colitis ( UC) is a strong partnership with your medical team. It's a long-lasting, complicated disease. Your symptoms will flare up, then wane. You'll want to keep your doctor in the loop to help you manage it. Good communication helps a lot. So be open about your symptoms and concerns. Don't say you're âfineâ or â OKâ if you're not. And if you have flares, bring that up. When you keep your doctor informed, you're more likely to enjoy longer periods without flare-ups. Most people with UC need to take meds that fight inflammation in their digestive tract, turn down their immune systems, or both. When flares start, it could be that your doctor needs to change your treatment doses. Your symptoms can get worse if you don't take your meds on schedule or if you stop taking them. Tell your doctor about everything you take, including over-the-counter medicines, in case they are triggers. A problem like an infection could spell trouble, too. Let your doctor know about anything that's going on with your health, even if it doesn't seem to be related to your UC. Keep a journal of all your health-related information so you can bring it to your next visit with your doctor. She'll want to know what foods you've been eating and any flare triggers you've noticed. Not only can it help you create an "eat this, not that" list, it can also help your doctor tell if you're getting the nutrition you need. It also helps to track how often you go to the bathroom, how much comes out, and the amount of blood you might be losing. Take notes you can understand like, " Is it 100 tiny squirts a day or 10 squirts with large volume?" Observe what the blood looks like. Is it watery or is it in clots? Note what you see. You can also ask your doctor if you need to bring stool samples to your checkup. Your doctor will also want to know your weight. If you're having a flare or a bout of diarrhea, you may want to weigh yourself more than once a day. If you notice a drop in your weight during those times, that could mean you're dehydrated, which is risky for your health. Even when your symptoms are under control, it's a good idea to keep tabs on your weight in general, because UC makes it harder to absorb nutrients from the foods you eat. Also, pay close attention to your urine. Is it darker than it used to be? Or do you not pee as much as you normally would? Those are other symptoms of dehydration. Make sure to keep track of your health on good days and bad. If you want to get personally involved in UC research, you can ask your doctor if there are clinical trials you could consider. These studies test new drugs to see if they're safe and if they work. They're often a way for people to try new medicine that isn't available to everyone. Your doctor can tell you what's involved and if one of these trials might be a good fit for you.,One of the keys to handling your ulcerative colitis ( UC) is a strong partnership with your medical team.It's a long-lasting, complicated disease.Your symptoms will flare up, then wane.You'll want to keep your doctor in the loop to help you manage it.Good communication helps a lot.So be open about your symptoms and concerns.Don't say you're âfineâ or â OKâ if you're not.And if you have flares, bring that up.When you keep your doctor informed, you're more likely to enjoy longer periods without flare-ups.Most people with UC need to take meds that fight inflammation in their digestive tract, turn down their immune systems, or both.When flares start, it could be that your doctor needs to change your treatment doses.Your symptoms can get worse if you don't take your meds on schedule or if you stop taking them.Tell your doctor about everything you take, including over-the-counter medicines, in case they are triggers.A problem like an infection could spell trouble, too.Let your doctor know about anything that's going on with your health, even if it doesn't seem to be related to your UC.Keep a journal of all your health-related information so you can bring it to your next visit with your doctor.She'll want to know what foods you've been eating and any flare triggers you've noticed.Not only can it help you create an "eat this, not that" list, it can also help your doctor tell if you're getting the nutrition you need.It also helps to track how often you go to the bathroom, how much comes out, and the amount of blood you might be losing.Take notes you can understand like, " Is it 100 tiny squirts a day or 10 squirts with large volume?"Observe what the blood looks like.Is it watery or is it in clots?Note what you see.You can also ask your doctor if you need to bring stool samples to your checkup.Your doctor will also want to know your weight.If you're having a flare or a bout of diarrhea, you may want to weigh yourself more than once a day.If you notice a drop in your weight during those times, that could mean you're dehydrated, which is risky for your health.Even when your symptoms are under control, it's a good idea to keep tabs on your weight in general, because UC makes it harder to absorb nutrients from the foods you eat.Also, pay close attention to your urine.Is it darker than it used to be?Or do you not pee as much as you normally would?Those are other symptoms of dehydration.Make sure to keep track of your health on good days and bad.If you want to get personally involved in UC research, you can ask your doctor if there are clinical trials you could consider.These studies test new drugs to see if they're safe and if they work.They're often a way for people to try new medicine that isn't available to everyone.Your doctor can tell you what's involved and if one of these trials might be a good fit for you.
<human>: How can keeping a journal help you manage your ulcerative colitis? <bot>: Not only can it help you create an "eat this, not that" list, it can also help your doctor tell if you're getting the nutrition you need. It also helps to track how often you go to the bathroom, how much comes out, and the amount of blood you might be losing. Or do you not pee as much as you normally would? Make sure to keep track of your health on good days and bad.,context:One of the keys to handling your ulcerative colitis ( UC) is a strong partnership with your medical team. It's a long-lasting, complicated disease. Your symptoms will flare up, then wane. You'll want to keep your doctor in the loop to help you manage it. Good communication helps a lot. So be open about your symptoms and concerns. Don't say you're âfineâ or â OKâ if you're not. And if you have flares, bring that up. When you keep your doctor informed, you're more likely to enjoy longer periods without flare-ups. Most people with UC need to take meds that fight inflammation in their digestive tract, turn down their immune systems, or both. When flares start, it could be that your doctor needs to change your treatment doses. Your symptoms can get worse if you don't take your meds on schedule or if you stop taking them. Tell your doctor about everything you take, including over-the-counter medicines, in case they are triggers. A problem like an infection could spell trouble, too. Let your doctor know about anything that's going on with your health, even if it doesn't seem to be related to your UC. Keep a journal of all your health-related information so you can bring it to your next visit with your doctor. She'll want to know what foods you've been eating and any flare triggers you've noticed. Not only can it help you create an "eat this, not that" list, it can also help your doctor tell if you're getting the nutrition you need. It also helps to track how often you go to the bathroom, how much comes out, and the amount of blood you might be losing. Take notes you can understand like, " Is it 100 tiny squirts a day or 10 squirts with large volume?" Observe what the blood looks like. Is it watery or is it in clots? Note what you see. You can also ask your doctor if you need to bring stool samples to your checkup. Your doctor will also want to know your weight. If you're having a flare or a bout of diarrhea, you may want to weigh yourself more than once a day. If you notice a drop in your weight during those times, that could mean you're dehydrated, which is risky for your health. Even when your symptoms are under control, it's a good idea to keep tabs on your weight in general, because UC makes it harder to absorb nutrients from the foods you eat. Also, pay close attention to your urine. Is it darker than it used to be? Or do you not pee as much as you normally would? Those are other symptoms of dehydration. Make sure to keep track of your health on good days and bad. If you want to get personally involved in UC research, you can ask your doctor if there are clinical trials you could consider. These studies test new drugs to see if they're safe and if they work. They're often a way for people to try new medicine that isn't available to everyone. Your doctor can tell you what's involved and if one of these trials might be a good fit for you.,One of the keys to handling your ulcerative colitis ( UC) is a strong partnership with your medical team.It's a long-lasting, complicated disease.Your symptoms will flare up, then wane.You'll want to keep your doctor in the loop to help you manage it.Good communication helps a lot.So be open about your symptoms and concerns.Don't say you're âfineâ or â OKâ if you're not.And if you have flares, bring that up.When you keep your doctor informed, you're more likely to enjoy longer periods without flare-ups.Most people with UC need to take meds that fight inflammation in their digestive tract, turn down their immune systems, or both.When flares start, it could be that your doctor needs to change your treatment doses.Your symptoms can get worse if you don't take your meds on schedule or if you stop taking them.Tell your doctor about everything you take, including over-the-counter medicines, in case they are triggers.A problem like an infection could spell trouble, too.Let your doctor know about anything that's going on with your health, even if it doesn't seem to be related to your UC.Keep a journal of all your health-related information so you can bring it to your next visit with your doctor.She'll want to know what foods you've been eating and any flare triggers you've noticed.Not only can it help you create an "eat this, not that" list, it can also help your doctor tell if you're getting the nutrition you need.It also helps to track how often you go to the bathroom, how much comes out, and the amount of blood you might be losing.Take notes you can understand like, " Is it 100 tiny squirts a day or 10 squirts with large volume?"Observe what the blood looks like.Is it watery or is it in clots?Note what you see.You can also ask your doctor if you need to bring stool samples to your checkup.Your doctor will also want to know your weight.If you're having a flare or a bout of diarrhea, you may want to weigh yourself more than once a day.If you notice a drop in your weight during those times, that could mean you're dehydrated, which is risky for your health.Even when your symptoms are under control, it's a good idea to keep tabs on your weight in general, because UC makes it harder to absorb nutrients from the foods you eat.Also, pay close attention to your urine.Is it darker than it used to be?Or do you not pee as much as you normally would?Those are other symptoms of dehydration.Make sure to keep track of your health on good days and bad.If you want to get personally involved in UC research, you can ask your doctor if there are clinical trials you could consider.These studies test new drugs to see if they're safe and if they work.They're often a way for people to try new medicine that isn't available to everyone.Your doctor can tell you what's involved and if one of these trials might be a good fit for you.
<human>: What drugs can interact with thiazolidinediones (TZDs)? <bot>: Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs. Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset).,context:Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack. But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take. Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for. Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition. And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well. Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines. Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet). Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes. It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin. It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes. What are the side effects? You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach. These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine. It may also help to take the drug with food. In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. That's when too much lactic acid builds up. Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs. This may lead to low blood sugar. Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase). These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin. What are the side effects? The most common one is low blood sugar. This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused. Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening. To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals. Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach. Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun. Do they clash with other drugs? About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work. Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar. Others may cause the medication to be less effective. Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose. The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix). They help your pancreas make more insulin. Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body. What are the side effects? These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high. Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine. The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia). These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body. What are the side effects? It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling. TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol. They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs. Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset). You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal. They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates. What are the side effects? Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Do they clash with other drugs? Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements. Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin. They may also change the way warfarin works. Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs. DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina). These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals. They also lower the amount of sugar you make. What are the side effects? You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body. Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling. SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance). They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine. What are the side effects? These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections. They may also cause low blood sugar. Do they clash with other drugs? SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs. Rifampin may make the drug less effective. SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body. Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N). If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy. You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector. What are the side effects? The most common side effect is low blood sugar. You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth. Talk to your doctor. Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine,Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack.But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take.Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for.Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition.And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well.Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines.Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet).Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes.It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin.It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes.What are the side effects?You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach.These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine.It may also help to take the drug with food.In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis.That's when too much lactic acid builds up.Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs.This may lead to low blood sugar.Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase).These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin.What are the side effects?The most common one is low blood sugar.This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused.Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening.To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals.Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach.Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun.Do they clash with other drugs?About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work.Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar.Others may cause the medication to be less effective.Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose.The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix).They help your pancreas make more insulin.Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body.What are the side effects?These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high.Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine.The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia).These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body.What are the side effects?It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling.TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol.They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs.Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset).You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal.They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates.What are the side effects?Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain.Do they clash with other drugs?Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements.Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin.They may also change the way warfarin works.Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs.DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina).These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals.They also lower the amount of sugar you make.What are the side effects?You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body.Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling.SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance).They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine.What are the side effects?These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections.They may also cause low blood sugar.Do they clash with other drugs?SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs.Rifampin may make the drug less effective.SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body.Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N).If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy.You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector.What are the side effects?The most common side effect is low blood sugar.You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth.Talk to your doctor.Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine
<human>: What are the side effects of thiazolidinediones (TZDs) for diabetes? <bot>: These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body. What are the side effects? It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling. TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol. They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure.,context:Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack. But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take. Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for. Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition. And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well. Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines. Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet). Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes. It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin. It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes. What are the side effects? You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach. These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine. It may also help to take the drug with food. In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. That's when too much lactic acid builds up. Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs. This may lead to low blood sugar. Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase). These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin. What are the side effects? The most common one is low blood sugar. This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused. Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening. To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals. Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach. Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun. Do they clash with other drugs? About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work. Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar. Others may cause the medication to be less effective. Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose. The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix). They help your pancreas make more insulin. Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body. What are the side effects? These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high. Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine. The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia). These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body. What are the side effects? It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling. TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol. They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs. Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset). You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal. They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates. What are the side effects? Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Do they clash with other drugs? Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements. Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin. They may also change the way warfarin works. Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs. DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina). These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals. They also lower the amount of sugar you make. What are the side effects? You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body. Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling. SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance). They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine. What are the side effects? These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections. They may also cause low blood sugar. Do they clash with other drugs? SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs. Rifampin may make the drug less effective. SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body. Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N). If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy. You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector. What are the side effects? The most common side effect is low blood sugar. You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth. Talk to your doctor. Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine,Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack.But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take.Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for.Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition.And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well.Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines.Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet).Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes.It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin.It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes.What are the side effects?You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach.These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine.It may also help to take the drug with food.In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis.That's when too much lactic acid builds up.Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs.This may lead to low blood sugar.Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase).These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin.What are the side effects?The most common one is low blood sugar.This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused.Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening.To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals.Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach.Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun.Do they clash with other drugs?About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work.Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar.Others may cause the medication to be less effective.Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose.The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix).They help your pancreas make more insulin.Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body.What are the side effects?These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high.Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine.The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia).These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body.What are the side effects?It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling.TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol.They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs.Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset).You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal.They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates.What are the side effects?Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain.Do they clash with other drugs?Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements.Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin.They may also change the way warfarin works.Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs.DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina).These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals.They also lower the amount of sugar you make.What are the side effects?You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body.Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling.SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance).They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine.What are the side effects?These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections.They may also cause low blood sugar.Do they clash with other drugs?SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs.Rifampin may make the drug less effective.SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body.Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N).If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy.You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector.What are the side effects?The most common side effect is low blood sugar.You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth.Talk to your doctor.Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine
<human>: What are the side effects of SGLT2 inhibitors for diabetes? <bot>: SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance). They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine. What are the side effects? These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections. They may also cause low blood sugar.,context:Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack. But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take. Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for. Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition. And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well. Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines. Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet). Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes. It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin. It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes. What are the side effects? You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach. These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine. It may also help to take the drug with food. In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. That's when too much lactic acid builds up. Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs. This may lead to low blood sugar. Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase). These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin. What are the side effects? The most common one is low blood sugar. This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused. Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening. To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals. Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach. Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun. Do they clash with other drugs? About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work. Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar. Others may cause the medication to be less effective. Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose. The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix). They help your pancreas make more insulin. Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body. What are the side effects? These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high. Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine. The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia). These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body. What are the side effects? It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling. TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol. They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs. Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset). You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal. They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates. What are the side effects? Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Do they clash with other drugs? Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements. Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin. They may also change the way warfarin works. Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs. DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina). These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals. They also lower the amount of sugar you make. What are the side effects? You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body. Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling. SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance). They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine. What are the side effects? These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections. They may also cause low blood sugar. Do they clash with other drugs? SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs. Rifampin may make the drug less effective. SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body. Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N). If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy. You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector. What are the side effects? The most common side effect is low blood sugar. You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth. Talk to your doctor. Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine,Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack.But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take.Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for.Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition.And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well.Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines.Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet).Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes.It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin.It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes.What are the side effects?You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach.These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine.It may also help to take the drug with food.In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis.That's when too much lactic acid builds up.Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs.This may lead to low blood sugar.Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase).These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin.What are the side effects?The most common one is low blood sugar.This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused.Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening.To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals.Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach.Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun.Do they clash with other drugs?About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work.Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar.Others may cause the medication to be less effective.Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose.The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix).They help your pancreas make more insulin.Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body.What are the side effects?These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high.Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine.The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia).These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body.What are the side effects?It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling.TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol.They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs.Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset).You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal.They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates.What are the side effects?Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain.Do they clash with other drugs?Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements.Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin.They may also change the way warfarin works.Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs.DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina).These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals.They also lower the amount of sugar you make.What are the side effects?You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body.Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling.SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance).They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine.What are the side effects?These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections.They may also cause low blood sugar.Do they clash with other drugs?SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs.Rifampin may make the drug less effective.SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body.Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N).If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy.You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector.What are the side effects?The most common side effect is low blood sugar.You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth.Talk to your doctor.Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine
<human>: What drugs can interact with SGLT2 inhibitors for diabetes? <bot>: Rifampin may make the drug less effective. SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body.,context:Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack. But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take. Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for. Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition. And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well. Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines. Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet). Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes. It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin. It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes. What are the side effects? You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach. These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine. It may also help to take the drug with food. In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. That's when too much lactic acid builds up. Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs. This may lead to low blood sugar. Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase). These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin. What are the side effects? The most common one is low blood sugar. This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused. Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening. To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals. Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach. Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun. Do they clash with other drugs? About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work. Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar. Others may cause the medication to be less effective. Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose. The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix). They help your pancreas make more insulin. Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body. What are the side effects? These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high. Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine. The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia). These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body. What are the side effects? It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling. TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol. They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs. Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset). You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal. They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates. What are the side effects? Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Do they clash with other drugs? Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements. Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin. They may also change the way warfarin works. Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs. DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina). These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals. They also lower the amount of sugar you make. What are the side effects? You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body. Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling. SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance). They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine. What are the side effects? These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections. They may also cause low blood sugar. Do they clash with other drugs? SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs. Rifampin may make the drug less effective. SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body. Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N). If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy. You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector. What are the side effects? The most common side effect is low blood sugar. You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth. Talk to your doctor. Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine,Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack.But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take.Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for.Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition.And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well.Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines.Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet).Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes.It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin.It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes.What are the side effects?You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach.These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine.It may also help to take the drug with food.In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis.That's when too much lactic acid builds up.Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs.This may lead to low blood sugar.Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase).These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin.What are the side effects?The most common one is low blood sugar.This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused.Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening.To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals.Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach.Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun.Do they clash with other drugs?About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work.Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar.Others may cause the medication to be less effective.Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose.The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix).They help your pancreas make more insulin.Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body.What are the side effects?These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high.Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine.The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia).These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body.What are the side effects?It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling.TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol.They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs.Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset).You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal.They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates.What are the side effects?Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain.Do they clash with other drugs?Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements.Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin.They may also change the way warfarin works.Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs.DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina).These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals.They also lower the amount of sugar you make.What are the side effects?You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body.Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling.SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance).They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine.What are the side effects?These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections.They may also cause low blood sugar.Do they clash with other drugs?SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs.Rifampin may make the drug less effective.SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body.Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N).If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy.You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector.What are the side effects?The most common side effect is low blood sugar.You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth.Talk to your doctor.Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine
<human>: What should you know about your medicine for diabetes? <bot>: Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines.,context:Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack. But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take. Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for. Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition. And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well. Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines. Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet). Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes. It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin. It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes. What are the side effects? You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach. These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine. It may also help to take the drug with food. In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. That's when too much lactic acid builds up. Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs. This may lead to low blood sugar. Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase). These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin. What are the side effects? The most common one is low blood sugar. This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused. Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening. To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals. Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach. Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun. Do they clash with other drugs? About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work. Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar. Others may cause the medication to be less effective. Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose. The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix). They help your pancreas make more insulin. Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body. What are the side effects? These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high. Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine. The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia). These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body. What are the side effects? It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling. TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol. They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs. Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset). You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal. They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates. What are the side effects? Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Do they clash with other drugs? Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements. Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin. They may also change the way warfarin works. Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs. DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina). These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals. They also lower the amount of sugar you make. What are the side effects? You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body. Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling. SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance). They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine. What are the side effects? These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections. They may also cause low blood sugar. Do they clash with other drugs? SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs. Rifampin may make the drug less effective. SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body. Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N). If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy. You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector. What are the side effects? The most common side effect is low blood sugar. You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth. Talk to your doctor. Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine,Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack.But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take.Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for.Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition.And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well.Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines.Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet).Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes.It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin.It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes.What are the side effects?You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach.These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine.It may also help to take the drug with food.In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis.That's when too much lactic acid builds up.Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs.This may lead to low blood sugar.Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase).These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin.What are the side effects?The most common one is low blood sugar.This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused.Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening.To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals.Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach.Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun.Do they clash with other drugs?About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work.Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar.Others may cause the medication to be less effective.Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose.The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix).They help your pancreas make more insulin.Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body.What are the side effects?These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high.Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine.The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia).These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body.What are the side effects?It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling.TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol.They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs.Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset).You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal.They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates.What are the side effects?Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain.Do they clash with other drugs?Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements.Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin.They may also change the way warfarin works.Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs.DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina).These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals.They also lower the amount of sugar you make.What are the side effects?You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body.Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling.SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance).They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine.What are the side effects?These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections.They may also cause low blood sugar.Do they clash with other drugs?SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs.Rifampin may make the drug less effective.SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body.Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N).If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy.You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector.What are the side effects?The most common side effect is low blood sugar.You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth.Talk to your doctor.Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine
<human>: What are the side effects of taking biguanides to treat diabetes? <bot>: Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet). Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes. It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin. It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes. These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine. It may also help to take the drug with food. What are the side effects? Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain.,context:Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack. But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take. Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for. Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition. And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well. Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines. Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet). Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes. It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin. It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes. What are the side effects? You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach. These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine. It may also help to take the drug with food. In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. That's when too much lactic acid builds up. Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs. This may lead to low blood sugar. Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase). These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin. What are the side effects? The most common one is low blood sugar. This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused. Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening. To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals. Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach. Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun. Do they clash with other drugs? About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work. Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar. Others may cause the medication to be less effective. Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose. The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix). They help your pancreas make more insulin. Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body. What are the side effects? These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high. Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine. The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia). These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body. What are the side effects? It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling. TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol. They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs. Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset). You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal. They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates. What are the side effects? Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Do they clash with other drugs? Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements. Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin. They may also change the way warfarin works. Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs. DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina). These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals. They also lower the amount of sugar you make. What are the side effects? You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body. Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling. SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance). They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine. What are the side effects? These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections. They may also cause low blood sugar. Do they clash with other drugs? SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs. Rifampin may make the drug less effective. SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body. Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N). If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy. You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector. What are the side effects? The most common side effect is low blood sugar. You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth. Talk to your doctor. Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine,Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack.But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take.Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for.Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition.And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well.Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines.Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet).Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes.It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin.It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes.What are the side effects?You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach.These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine.It may also help to take the drug with food.In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis.That's when too much lactic acid builds up.Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs.This may lead to low blood sugar.Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase).These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin.What are the side effects?The most common one is low blood sugar.This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused.Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening.To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals.Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach.Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun.Do they clash with other drugs?About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work.Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar.Others may cause the medication to be less effective.Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose.The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix).They help your pancreas make more insulin.Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body.What are the side effects?These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high.Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine.The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia).These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body.What are the side effects?It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling.TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol.They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs.Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset).You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal.They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates.What are the side effects?Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain.Do they clash with other drugs?Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements.Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin.They may also change the way warfarin works.Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs.DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina).These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals.They also lower the amount of sugar you make.What are the side effects?You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body.Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling.SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance).They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine.What are the side effects?These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections.They may also cause low blood sugar.Do they clash with other drugs?SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs.Rifampin may make the drug less effective.SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body.Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N).If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy.You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector.What are the side effects?The most common side effect is low blood sugar.You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth.Talk to your doctor.Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine
<human>: What drugs can interfere with biguanides for diabetes? <bot>: Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs. This may lead to low blood sugar. Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body.,context:Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack. But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take. Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for. Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition. And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well. Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines. Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet). Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes. It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin. It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes. What are the side effects? You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach. These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine. It may also help to take the drug with food. In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. That's when too much lactic acid builds up. Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs. This may lead to low blood sugar. Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase). These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin. What are the side effects? The most common one is low blood sugar. This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused. Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening. To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals. Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach. Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun. Do they clash with other drugs? About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work. Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar. Others may cause the medication to be less effective. Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose. The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix). They help your pancreas make more insulin. Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body. What are the side effects? These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high. Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine. The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia). These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body. What are the side effects? It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling. TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol. They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs. Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset). You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal. They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates. What are the side effects? Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Do they clash with other drugs? Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements. Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin. They may also change the way warfarin works. Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs. DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina). These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals. They also lower the amount of sugar you make. What are the side effects? You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body. Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling. SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance). They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine. What are the side effects? These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections. They may also cause low blood sugar. Do they clash with other drugs? SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs. Rifampin may make the drug less effective. SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body. Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N). If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy. You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector. What are the side effects? The most common side effect is low blood sugar. You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth. Talk to your doctor. Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine,Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack.But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take.Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for.Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition.And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well.Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines.Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet).Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes.It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin.It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes.What are the side effects?You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach.These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine.It may also help to take the drug with food.In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis.That's when too much lactic acid builds up.Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs.This may lead to low blood sugar.Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase).These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin.What are the side effects?The most common one is low blood sugar.This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused.Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening.To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals.Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach.Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun.Do they clash with other drugs?About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work.Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar.Others may cause the medication to be less effective.Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose.The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix).They help your pancreas make more insulin.Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body.What are the side effects?These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high.Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine.The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia).These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body.What are the side effects?It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling.TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol.They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs.Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset).You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal.They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates.What are the side effects?Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain.Do they clash with other drugs?Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements.Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin.They may also change the way warfarin works.Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs.DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina).These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals.They also lower the amount of sugar you make.What are the side effects?You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body.Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling.SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance).They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine.What are the side effects?These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections.They may also cause low blood sugar.Do they clash with other drugs?SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs.Rifampin may make the drug less effective.SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body.Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N).If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy.You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector.What are the side effects?The most common side effect is low blood sugar.You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth.Talk to your doctor.Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine
<human>: What can interact with alpha-glucosidase inhibitors for diabetes? <bot>: You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal. They may also change the way warfarin works. Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs. SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body.,context:Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack. But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take. Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for. Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition. And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well. Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines. Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet). Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes. It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin. It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes. What are the side effects? You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach. These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine. It may also help to take the drug with food. In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. That's when too much lactic acid builds up. Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs. This may lead to low blood sugar. Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase). These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin. What are the side effects? The most common one is low blood sugar. This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused. Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening. To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals. Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach. Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun. Do they clash with other drugs? About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work. Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar. Others may cause the medication to be less effective. Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose. The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix). They help your pancreas make more insulin. Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body. What are the side effects? These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high. Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine. The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia). These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body. What are the side effects? It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling. TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol. They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs. Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset). You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal. They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates. What are the side effects? Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Do they clash with other drugs? Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements. Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin. They may also change the way warfarin works. Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs. DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina). These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals. They also lower the amount of sugar you make. What are the side effects? You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body. Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling. SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance). They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine. What are the side effects? These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections. They may also cause low blood sugar. Do they clash with other drugs? SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs. Rifampin may make the drug less effective. SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body. Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N). If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy. You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector. What are the side effects? The most common side effect is low blood sugar. You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth. Talk to your doctor. Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine,Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack.But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take.Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for.Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition.And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well.Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines.Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet).Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes.It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin.It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes.What are the side effects?You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach.These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine.It may also help to take the drug with food.In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis.That's when too much lactic acid builds up.Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs.This may lead to low blood sugar.Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase).These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin.What are the side effects?The most common one is low blood sugar.This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused.Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening.To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals.Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach.Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun.Do they clash with other drugs?About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work.Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar.Others may cause the medication to be less effective.Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose.The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix).They help your pancreas make more insulin.Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body.What are the side effects?These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high.Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine.The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia).These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body.What are the side effects?It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling.TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol.They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs.Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset).You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal.They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates.What are the side effects?Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain.Do they clash with other drugs?Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements.Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin.They may also change the way warfarin works.Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs.DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina).These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals.They also lower the amount of sugar you make.What are the side effects?You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body.Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling.SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance).They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine.What are the side effects?These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections.They may also cause low blood sugar.Do they clash with other drugs?SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs.Rifampin may make the drug less effective.SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body.Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N).If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy.You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector.What are the side effects?The most common side effect is low blood sugar.You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth.Talk to your doctor.Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine
<human>: What can happen when taking drugs for diabetes? <bot>: Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for. Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition. And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well. Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine.,context:Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack. But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take. Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for. Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition. And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well. Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines. Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet). Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes. It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin. It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes. What are the side effects? You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach. These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine. It may also help to take the drug with food. In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. That's when too much lactic acid builds up. Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs. This may lead to low blood sugar. Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase). These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin. What are the side effects? The most common one is low blood sugar. This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused. Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening. To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals. Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach. Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun. Do they clash with other drugs? About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work. Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar. Others may cause the medication to be less effective. Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose. The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix). They help your pancreas make more insulin. Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body. What are the side effects? These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high. Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine. The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia). These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body. What are the side effects? It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling. TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol. They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs. Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset). You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal. They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates. What are the side effects? Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Do they clash with other drugs? Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements. Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin. They may also change the way warfarin works. Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs. DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina). These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals. They also lower the amount of sugar you make. What are the side effects? You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body. Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling. SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance). They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine. What are the side effects? These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections. They may also cause low blood sugar. Do they clash with other drugs? SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs. Rifampin may make the drug less effective. SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body. Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N). If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy. You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector. What are the side effects? The most common side effect is low blood sugar. You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth. Talk to your doctor. Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine,Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack.But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take.Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for.Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition.And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well.Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines.Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet).Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes.It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin.It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes.What are the side effects?You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach.These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine.It may also help to take the drug with food.In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis.That's when too much lactic acid builds up.Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs.This may lead to low blood sugar.Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase).These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin.What are the side effects?The most common one is low blood sugar.This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused.Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening.To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals.Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach.Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun.Do they clash with other drugs?About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work.Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar.Others may cause the medication to be less effective.Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose.The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix).They help your pancreas make more insulin.Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body.What are the side effects?These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high.Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine.The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia).These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body.What are the side effects?It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling.TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol.They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs.Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset).You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal.They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates.What are the side effects?Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain.Do they clash with other drugs?Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements.Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin.They may also change the way warfarin works.Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs.DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina).These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals.They also lower the amount of sugar you make.What are the side effects?You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body.Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling.SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance).They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine.What are the side effects?These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections.They may also cause low blood sugar.Do they clash with other drugs?SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs.Rifampin may make the drug less effective.SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body.Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N).If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy.You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector.What are the side effects?The most common side effect is low blood sugar.You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth.Talk to your doctor.Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine
<human>: What can interact with DPP-4 inhibitors for diabetes? <bot>: Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides. Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling.,context:Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack. But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take. Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for. Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition. And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well. Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines. Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet). Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes. It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin. It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes. What are the side effects? You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach. These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine. It may also help to take the drug with food. In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis. That's when too much lactic acid builds up. Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs. This may lead to low blood sugar. Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase). These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin. What are the side effects? The most common one is low blood sugar. This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused. Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening. To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals. Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach. Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun. Do they clash with other drugs? About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work. Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar. Others may cause the medication to be less effective. Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose. The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix). They help your pancreas make more insulin. Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body. What are the side effects? These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high. Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine. The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia). These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body. What are the side effects? It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling. TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol. They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs. Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset). You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal. They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates. What are the side effects? Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Do they clash with other drugs? Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements. Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin. They may also change the way warfarin works. Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs. DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina). These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals. They also lower the amount of sugar you make. What are the side effects? You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body. Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling. SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance). They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine. What are the side effects? These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections. They may also cause low blood sugar. Do they clash with other drugs? SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs. Rifampin may make the drug less effective. SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body. Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N). If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy. You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector. What are the side effects? The most common side effect is low blood sugar. You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth. Talk to your doctor. Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine. Do they clash with other drugs? Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body. This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high. Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine,Diabetes drugs can be a great way to keep your blood sugar levels from getting out of whack.But they can sometimes cause side effects or may not mix well with other medicines you take.Talk to your doctor about what you need to watch out for.Side effects can range from an upset stomach to a serious condition.And other medicines you take can make your diabetes drug stop working -- or even make it work too well.Different types of diabetes drugs have their own side effects and ways they interact with other medicines.Biguanides: Metformin ( Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, Riomet).Metformin is usually the first drug that doctors suggest you try to treat type 2 diabetes.It cuts blood sugar by improving the way your body uses insulin.It also lowers the amount of sugar that the liver makes.What are the side effects?You may have nausea, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and an upset stomach.These problems usually go away in a few weeks, as your body gets used to the medicine.It may also help to take the drug with food.In rare cases, metformin may cause a serious condition called lactic acidosis.That's when too much lactic acid builds up.Call your doctor right away if you get any of these symptoms: Unusual weakness, tiredness, or sleepiness Trouble breathing Muscle pain that's not normal Sudden stomach problems, such as vomiting Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may interfere with some of the enzymes that metformin uses to work.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar or adjust your metformin dose if you take any of these: Amiloride Cephalexin Cimetidine Digoxin Procainamide Pyrimethamine Quinidine Quinine Ranitidine Trimethoprim Vancomycin Anticholinergic drugs, such as dicyclomine and oxybutynin, may raise the amount of metformin your body absorbs.This may lead to low blood sugar.Sulfonylureas: Glipizide ( Glucotrol, Glucotrol XL), glimepride ( Amaryl), glyburide ( Dia Beta, Glynase Pres Tab, Micronase).These drugs lower your blood sugar by helping your pancreas make more insulin.What are the side effects?The most common one is low blood sugar.This can make you feel shaky, sweaty, dizzy, and confused.Severe low blood sugar can be life-threatening.To prevent it, eat regularly and don't skip meals.Other side effects that you might get are weight gain, dark urine, and an upset stomach.Sulfonylureas can also cause skin rashes and reactions to the sun.Do they clash with other drugs?About 100 drugs can change the way sulfonylureas work.Some can make them work too well, which may lead to dangerously low blood sugar.Others may cause the medication to be less effective.Your doctor may need to keep tabs on your blood sugar or adjust your sulfonylurea dose.The medicines that may affect how sulfonylureas work include: Azole antifungals, including ketoconazole and fluconazole Some antibiotics, such as ciprofloxacin, chloramphenicol, sulfonamide, clarithromycin, rifampin, and isoniazid Cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as gemfibrozil, clofibrate Tricyclic antidepressants H2 blockers Gout medications, such as sulfinpyrazone and probenecid Some high blood pressure medicines, including ACE inhibitors and bosentan Beta-blockers Corticosteroids Calcium channel blockers Oral contraceptives Thiazide diuretics Thyroid medicines Meglitinides: Repaglinide ( Prandin), nateglinide ( Starlix).They help your pancreas make more insulin.Although these drugs work faster, they don't last as long in the body.What are the side effects?These medications can lead to low blood sugar and weight gain.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs can affect how your body processes meglitinides.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or too high.Your doctor may need to keep an eye on your blood sugar levels, adjust your dose, or change your medicine.The drugs that might not mix well with meglitinides include: Azole antifungals Certain antibiotics, including rifampin and isoniazid Some high blood pressure medicines, such as calcium channel blockers, beta-blockers, and thiazide diuretics Corticosteroids Estrogen Nicotinic acid Oral contraceptives Phenothiazines Phenytoin Thyroid supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors NSAIDs Probenecid Salicylic acid Sulfonamides Thiazolidinediones ( TZDs): Pioglitazone ( Actos), rosiglitazone ( Avandia).These drugs boost the way insulin works in the body.What are the side effects?It may cause you to hang on to fluids in your body, which can lead to swelling.TZDs can also make you gain weight and raise your levels of LDL "bad" cholesterol.They are also linked with serious side effects, such as bone fractures and heart failure.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs block the enzyme that processes TZDs.Your doctor may want to prescribe another medicine if you take one of these medications: Fluvoxamine Gemfibrozil Ketoconazole Rifampicin Trimethoprin Other medicines, when combined with a TZD, may raise your chance of having heart problems: NSAIDs Sulfonylureas Nitrates Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors: Acarbose ( Precose,) miglitol ( Glyset).You take alpha-glucosidase inhibitors with the first bite of each meal.They slow the breakdown of carbohydrates.What are the side effects?Because these medicines affect your digestion, you may have gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain.Do they clash with other drugs?Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors may not work as well if you also take digestive enzymes and activated charcoal supplements.Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors can also make it harder for the body to absorb digoxin.They may also change the way warfarin works.Talk to your doctor if you take either of these drugs.DPP-4 inhibitors: Sitagliptin ( Januvia), saxagliptin ( Onglyza), linagliptin ( Tradjenta), alogliptin ( Nesina).These medicines help your pancreas release more insulin after meals.They also lower the amount of sugar you make.What are the side effects?You could get a sore throat, stuffy nose, upset stomach, and diarrhea.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs may affect how much DPP-4 inhibitors are absorbed in the body.Your doctor will want to track your blood sugar levels carefully and watch for potential side effects if you take these medicines: Atazanavir and ritonavir Clarithromycin and rifampin Diltiazem Ketoconazole ACE inhibitors combined with DPP-4 may raise your chance of swelling.SGLT2 inhibitors: Canagliflozin ( Invokana), dapagliflozin ( Farxiga), empagliflozin ( Jardiance).They work in the kidneys and remove extra sugar from your blood through urine.What are the side effects?These drugs raise your chances of having urinary tract and yeast infections.They may also cause low blood sugar.Do they clash with other drugs?SGLT2 inhibitors don't interact with many drugs.Rifampin may make the drug less effective.SGLT2 inhibitors may also raise the amount of digoxin in the body.Insulin therapy: Insulin glulisine ( Apidra), insulin lispro ( Humalog), insulin aspart ( Novolog), insulin glargine ( Lantus), insulin detemir ( Levemir), insulin isophane ( Humulin N, Novolin N).If other medicines aren't doing enough, you may need insulin therapy.You'll need to inject insulin using a needle and syringe or a pen injector.What are the side effects?The most common side effect is low blood sugar.You may also have a wide variety of symptoms, such as headaches, rashes, dizziness, anxiety, cough, and dry mouth.Talk to your doctor.Some may go away as your body gets used to the medicine.Do they clash with other drugs?Some drugs affect the way that insulin works in the body.This may cause your blood sugar to become too low or high.Your doctor may need to monitor your blood sugar level, adjust your dose, or change your medicine if you take some of these: Diabetes medicines Salicylic acid Certain antidepressants, such as fluoxetine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors Some antibiotics, including isoniazid and sulfonamide Fibrates Some high blood pressure medicines, such as ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blocking agents Certain cholesterol-lowering drugs, including fibrates and niacin Propoxyphene, pentoxifylline and somatostatin analogs Corticosteroids Oral contraceptives Estrogens Diuretics Phenothiazines Danazol Protease inhibitors Glucagon Thyroid medicine
<human>: What are the cause of mood episodes in bipolar disorder? <bot>: Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason. Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel. Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays. Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes.,context:It's tough to go through the mood swings of bipolar disorder. Depression can make it hard to do the things you want and need to do. During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile. The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment. You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression. Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time. That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious. At first, mood swings may take you by surprise. But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression. Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason. Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel. Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays. Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes. One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal. Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting. Over time, you might see some patterns. Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one. But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable. Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen. Ask for more help from family and friends. Have them check in more often so you get extra support. If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help. Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own. You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem. When people with bipolar disorder are depressed, they almost always know that something is wrong. Nobody likes feeling that way. But it's different for people who are manic. Often, they don't think anything is wrong. Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement. Mania can be seductive. You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting. You might be able to get tons of work done. So what's the problem? Manic phases often turn destructive. You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree. You might have affairs that ruin your marriage. Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others. And it's often followed by depression. Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.,It's tough to go through the mood swings of bipolar disorder.Depression can make it hard to do the things you want and need to do.During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile.The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment.You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression.Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time.That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious.At first, mood swings may take you by surprise.But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression.Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason.Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel.Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays.Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes.One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal.Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting.Over time, you might see some patterns.Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one.But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable.Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen.Ask for more help from family and friends.Have them check in more often so you get extra support.If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help.Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own.You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem.When people with bipolar disorder are depressed, they almost always know that something is wrong.Nobody likes feeling that way.But it's different for people who are manic.Often, they don't think anything is wrong.Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement.Mania can be seductive.You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting.You might be able to get tons of work done.So what's the problem?Manic phases often turn destructive.You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree.You might have affairs that ruin your marriage.Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others.And it's often followed by depression.Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.
<human>: When should I get help with a mood swing in bipolar disorder? <bot>: If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help. Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own. You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem.,context:It's tough to go through the mood swings of bipolar disorder. Depression can make it hard to do the things you want and need to do. During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile. The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment. You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression. Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time. That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious. At first, mood swings may take you by surprise. But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression. Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason. Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel. Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays. Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes. One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal. Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting. Over time, you might see some patterns. Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one. But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable. Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen. Ask for more help from family and friends. Have them check in more often so you get extra support. If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help. Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own. You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem. When people with bipolar disorder are depressed, they almost always know that something is wrong. Nobody likes feeling that way. But it's different for people who are manic. Often, they don't think anything is wrong. Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement. Mania can be seductive. You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting. You might be able to get tons of work done. So what's the problem? Manic phases often turn destructive. You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree. You might have affairs that ruin your marriage. Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others. And it's often followed by depression. Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.,It's tough to go through the mood swings of bipolar disorder.Depression can make it hard to do the things you want and need to do.During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile.The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment.You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression.Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time.That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious.At first, mood swings may take you by surprise.But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression.Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason.Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel.Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays.Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes.One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal.Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting.Over time, you might see some patterns.Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one.But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable.Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen.Ask for more help from family and friends.Have them check in more often so you get extra support.If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help.Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own.You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem.When people with bipolar disorder are depressed, they almost always know that something is wrong.Nobody likes feeling that way.But it's different for people who are manic.Often, they don't think anything is wrong.Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement.Mania can be seductive.You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting.You might be able to get tons of work done.So what's the problem?Manic phases often turn destructive.You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree.You might have affairs that ruin your marriage.Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others.And it's often followed by depression.Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.
<human>: What is a way to spot triggers of mood swings in bipolar disorder? <bot>: One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal. Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting. Over time, you might see some patterns. Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one. But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable. Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen. Ask for more help from family and friends. Have them check in more often so you get extra support.,context:It's tough to go through the mood swings of bipolar disorder. Depression can make it hard to do the things you want and need to do. During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile. The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment. You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression. Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time. That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious. At first, mood swings may take you by surprise. But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression. Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason. Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel. Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays. Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes. One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal. Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting. Over time, you might see some patterns. Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one. But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable. Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen. Ask for more help from family and friends. Have them check in more often so you get extra support. If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help. Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own. You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem. When people with bipolar disorder are depressed, they almost always know that something is wrong. Nobody likes feeling that way. But it's different for people who are manic. Often, they don't think anything is wrong. Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement. Mania can be seductive. You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting. You might be able to get tons of work done. So what's the problem? Manic phases often turn destructive. You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree. You might have affairs that ruin your marriage. Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others. And it's often followed by depression. Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.,It's tough to go through the mood swings of bipolar disorder.Depression can make it hard to do the things you want and need to do.During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile.The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment.You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression.Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time.That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious.At first, mood swings may take you by surprise.But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression.Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason.Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel.Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays.Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes.One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal.Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting.Over time, you might see some patterns.Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one.But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable.Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen.Ask for more help from family and friends.Have them check in more often so you get extra support.If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help.Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own.You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem.When people with bipolar disorder are depressed, they almost always know that something is wrong.Nobody likes feeling that way.But it's different for people who are manic.Often, they don't think anything is wrong.Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement.Mania can be seductive.You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting.You might be able to get tons of work done.So what's the problem?Manic phases often turn destructive.You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree.You might have affairs that ruin your marriage.Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others.And it's often followed by depression.Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.
<human>: What is the problem with mania in bipolar disorder? <bot>: Nobody likes feeling that way. But it's different for people who are manic. Often, they don't think anything is wrong. Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement. Mania can be seductive. You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting. You might be able to get tons of work done. So what's the problem? Manic phases often turn destructive. You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree. You might have affairs that ruin your marriage. Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others. And it's often followed by depression. Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.,context:It's tough to go through the mood swings of bipolar disorder. Depression can make it hard to do the things you want and need to do. During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile. The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment. You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression. Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time. That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious. At first, mood swings may take you by surprise. But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression. Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason. Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel. Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays. Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes. One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal. Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting. Over time, you might see some patterns. Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one. But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable. Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen. Ask for more help from family and friends. Have them check in more often so you get extra support. If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help. Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own. You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem. When people with bipolar disorder are depressed, they almost always know that something is wrong. Nobody likes feeling that way. But it's different for people who are manic. Often, they don't think anything is wrong. Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement. Mania can be seductive. You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting. You might be able to get tons of work done. So what's the problem? Manic phases often turn destructive. You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree. You might have affairs that ruin your marriage. Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others. And it's often followed by depression. Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.,It's tough to go through the mood swings of bipolar disorder.Depression can make it hard to do the things you want and need to do.During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile.The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment.You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression.Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time.That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious.At first, mood swings may take you by surprise.But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression.Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason.Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel.Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays.Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes.One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal.Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting.Over time, you might see some patterns.Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one.But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable.Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen.Ask for more help from family and friends.Have them check in more often so you get extra support.If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help.Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own.You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem.When people with bipolar disorder are depressed, they almost always know that something is wrong.Nobody likes feeling that way.But it's different for people who are manic.Often, they don't think anything is wrong.Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement.Mania can be seductive.You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting.You might be able to get tons of work done.So what's the problem?Manic phases often turn destructive.You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree.You might have affairs that ruin your marriage.Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others.And it's often followed by depression.Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.
<human>: What are changes to look for that can indicate mood swings if you have bipolar disorder? <bot>: Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time. But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression. Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason.,context:It's tough to go through the mood swings of bipolar disorder. Depression can make it hard to do the things you want and need to do. During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile. The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment. You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression. Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time. That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious. At first, mood swings may take you by surprise. But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression. Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason. Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel. Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays. Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes. One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal. Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting. Over time, you might see some patterns. Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one. But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable. Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen. Ask for more help from family and friends. Have them check in more often so you get extra support. If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help. Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own. You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem. When people with bipolar disorder are depressed, they almost always know that something is wrong. Nobody likes feeling that way. But it's different for people who are manic. Often, they don't think anything is wrong. Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement. Mania can be seductive. You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting. You might be able to get tons of work done. So what's the problem? Manic phases often turn destructive. You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree. You might have affairs that ruin your marriage. Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others. And it's often followed by depression. Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.,It's tough to go through the mood swings of bipolar disorder.Depression can make it hard to do the things you want and need to do.During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile.The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment.You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression.Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time.That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious.At first, mood swings may take you by surprise.But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression.Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason.Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel.Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays.Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes.One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal.Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting.Over time, you might see some patterns.Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one.But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable.Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen.Ask for more help from family and friends.Have them check in more often so you get extra support.If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help.Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own.You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem.When people with bipolar disorder are depressed, they almost always know that something is wrong.Nobody likes feeling that way.But it's different for people who are manic.Often, they don't think anything is wrong.Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement.Mania can be seductive.You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting.You might be able to get tons of work done.So what's the problem?Manic phases often turn destructive.You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree.You might have affairs that ruin your marriage.Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others.And it's often followed by depression.Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.
<human>: What is the best way to manage mood swings with bipolar disorder? <bot>: During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile. The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment. You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression. Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time. That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious. Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others.,context:It's tough to go through the mood swings of bipolar disorder. Depression can make it hard to do the things you want and need to do. During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile. The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment. You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression. Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time. That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious. At first, mood swings may take you by surprise. But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression. Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason. Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel. Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays. Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes. One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal. Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting. Over time, you might see some patterns. Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one. But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable. Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen. Ask for more help from family and friends. Have them check in more often so you get extra support. If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help. Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own. You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem. When people with bipolar disorder are depressed, they almost always know that something is wrong. Nobody likes feeling that way. But it's different for people who are manic. Often, they don't think anything is wrong. Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement. Mania can be seductive. You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting. You might be able to get tons of work done. So what's the problem? Manic phases often turn destructive. You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree. You might have affairs that ruin your marriage. Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others. And it's often followed by depression. Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.,It's tough to go through the mood swings of bipolar disorder.Depression can make it hard to do the things you want and need to do.During manic periods, you may be reckless and volatile.The best way to avoid mood swings is to get treatment.You may not be able to totally prevent bouts of mania or depression.Even people who always take their medication and take care of their health can still have mood swings from time to time.That's why it's important to catch changes in your mood, energy levels, and sleeping patterns before they turn into something serious.At first, mood swings may take you by surprise.But over time, you might start to see patterns or signs that you're entering a period of mania or depression.Aside from a shift in your mood, look for changes in your: Sleep patterns Energy level Alcohol or drug use Sex drive Self-esteem Concentration Mood episodes in bipolar disorder often happen suddenly, for no particular reason.Sometimes, you may notice that there are specific things that can trigger mania or depression, such as getting too little sleep, changes to your daily routine, or jet lag when you travel.Many people find they're more likely to become depressed or manic during stressful times at work or during holidays.Some people see seasonal patterns to their mood changes.One good way to spot your triggers is to keep a journal.Make note of big events, stresses, your medication dose, and the amount of sleep you're getting.Over time, you might see some patterns.Of course, there may be triggers that you just can't avoid, like a serious illness or the death of a loved one.But if you can recognize the things that are likely to bring on mania or depression, you can prepare for times when you might be most vulnerable.Work with a mental health professional to plan what to do when you think a mood swing might happen.Ask for more help from family and friends.Have them check in more often so you get extra support.If you see the signs of potential trouble, get help.Don't wait for the mood episode to pass on its own.You might be able to stop a minor change from becoming a serious problem.When people with bipolar disorder are depressed, they almost always know that something is wrong.Nobody likes feeling that way.But it's different for people who are manic.Often, they don't think anything is wrong.Or if they notice a difference in their mood and personality, they think it's an improvement.Mania can be seductive.You might feel more energized, creative, and interesting.You might be able to get tons of work done.So what's the problem?Manic phases often turn destructive.You might wipe out your savings account on a shopping spree.You might have affairs that ruin your marriage.Most dangerous of all, mania can make you do things that risk your life or the lives of others.And it's often followed by depression.Although mania can feel good at the moment, in the long run, you'll be happier, healthier, more productive, and more successful if you can keep a stable mood.
<human>: Are vaccines available for prostate cancer? <bot>: Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: What treatments can help relieve symptoms of bone pain in prostate cancer? <bot>: When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: What type of follow-up treatments are available for recurrent prostate cancer? <bot>: If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: What tests may be done if prostate cancer comes back? <bot>: When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: What factors raise your chances for recurrent prostate cancer? <bot>: Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: How is recurrence of prostate cancer found? <bot>: More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: Where can prostate cancer recur? <bot>: The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: What is the prognosis of prostate cancer? <bot>: According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: What will happen if my results show that my prostate cancer has recurred? <bot>: When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: What are signs that my prostate cancer has came back or spread? <bot>: Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: What are the survival rates with prostate cancer? <bot>: According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: How is the recurrence of prostate cancer detected? <bot>: At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: What does a recurrence of prostate cancer mean? <bot>: Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: Where does prostate cancer spread? <bot>: Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: Where is prostate cancer found? <bot>: This spread is called metastasis. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: What type of follow-up treatments are recommended for my recurring prostate cancer? <bot>: The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.,context:A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment. Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation. Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable. After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level. If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing. Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen). The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area. Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis. It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs. This spread is called metastasis. Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis. Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer. More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread. Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years. After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor. At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels. This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence. You will also be examined. New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing. When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms. Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated. Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement. Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence. Tumor size. In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence. Gleason score. The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence. Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory. Stage. The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer. If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation. One possible treatment might include hormone therapy. Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth. Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain. Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options. Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells. Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.,A recurrence means that the prostate cancer has not been cured by the initial treatment.Surviving prostate cancer cells have become evident again on evaluation.Usually after surgery to remove the prostate, PSA levels in the blood decrease and eventually become almost undetectable.After radiation therapy, PSA levels usually drop to a stable and low level.If PSA levels begin to rise at any time after treatment, a local or distant recurrence may be occurring, requiring additional testing.Prostate cancer can recur locally in the tissue next to the prostate or in the seminal vesicles (two small sacs next to the prostate that store semen).The cancer may also affect the surrounding lymph nodes in the pelvis or lymph nodes outside this area.Prostate cancer can also spread to tissues next to the prostate, such as the muscles that help control urination, the rectum, or the wall of the pelvis.It also can travel through the bloodstream and recur distantly in bones or other organs.This spread is called metastasis.Metastases through the lymph channels are called lymphatic metastases, while those through the bloodstream are hematogenous, or blood-borne metastases.According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 100% of men with low- to intermediate-grade prostate cancer ( the most common types) can expect to live at least five years after the initial diagnosis.Since many men who get prostate cancer are already elderly, they are more likely to die from causes other than the cancer.More than 90% of the time prostate cancer is discovered while it is either confined to the prostate gland or has spread beyond the prostate only to a small degree, referred to as regional spread.Among the less than 10% of men whose prostate cancers have already spread to distant part of the body at the time of diagnosis, about 30% are expected to survive at least five years.After prostate cancer treatment, you will go for medical check-ups every few months as determined by your doctor.At each follow-up appointment, your doctor will order a blood test to measure PSA levels.This test helps your doctor detect a cancer recurrence.You will also be examined.New symptoms should be reported to the doctor, as these may prompt other testing.When PSA test results suggest that the cancer has come back or continued to spread, X-rays or other imaging tests (such as a bone scan) may be done, depending on your situation and symptoms.Your doctor may use a radioactive tracer called Axumin with a PET scan to help detect and localize any recurrent cancer so that it could be biopsied or treated.Several signs can point to a prostate cancer that has come back or spread, including: Lymph node involvement.Men who have cancer cells in the lymph nodes in the pelvic region may be more likely to have a recurrence.Tumor size.In general, the larger the tumor, the greater the chance of recurrence.Gleason score.The higher the grade, the greater the chance of recurrence.Your doctor can tell you your score when the biopsy results come back from the laboratory.Stage.The stage of a cancer is one of the most important factors for selecting treatment options, as well as for predicting future outlook of the cancer.If prostate cancer recurs, follow-up treatment depends on what treatment you have already had, the extent of your cancer, the site of recurrence, other illnesses, your age, and other aspects of your medical situation.One possible treatment might include hormone therapy.Researchers are working on new drugs to block the effects of male hormones, which can cause prostate cancer to grow, and drugs to prevent prostate cancer growth.Radiation therapy, ultrasound, extreme cold, electrical current, or medicines may be used to relieve symptoms of bone pain.Chemotherapy or other treatments being medically researched are also options.Now in clinical trials are several types of vaccines for boosting the body's immune system against prostate cancer cells.Provenge is the only vaccine available on the market.
<human>: Could polyps be causing you to lose your voice? <bot>: These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: Can Parkinson's disease make me lose my voice? <bot>: A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: How can cysts cause you to lose your voice? <bot>: They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: How can a cold cause me to lose my voice? <bot>: When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: How can allergies cause me to lose my voice? <bot>: When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: Could a cold be causing you to lose your voice? <bot>: When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: Are you using your voice too much and causing you to lose your voice? <bot>: Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: Could non-cancerous growths on your vocal cords be causing you to lose your voice? <bot>: Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: How can polyps cause you to lose your voice? <bot>: These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: How can rheumatoid arthritis (RA) cause me to lose my voice? <bot>: About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: How does GERD cause me to lose my voice? <bot>: It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: Could allergies be causing you to lose your voice? <bot>: But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: Could laryngitis be causing you to lose your voice? <bot>: It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: When should you see a doctor about your voice problems? <bot>: Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: Can using my voice too much make me lose it? <bot>: Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: How can trouble with my thyroid cause me to lose my voice? <bot>: This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: How can laryngitis cause me to lose my voice? <bot>: It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: Could laryngeal cancer be causing you to lose your voice? <bot>: Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: Can losing my voice be a sign of throat cancer? <bot>: Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,context:Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky. Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up. Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame? Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse. When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords. Your voice make sounds when they vibrate. A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine. Your throat gets inflamed and sore. Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate. The end result: You're hoarse. Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids. Your volume will return when you recover. Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat. Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury. The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness. Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems. Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke. Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords. It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse. When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing. But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell. Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords. Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords. Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat. This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work. It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice. That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work. This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body. When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice. If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech. A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak. It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat. The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice. Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus. This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat. It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice. If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis. You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice. You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes. It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs. Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords. They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause. There are three types: Nodules. These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord. They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest. Polyps. These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord. They have a variety of sizes and shapes. Cysts. They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord. If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them. A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat. Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder. Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline. This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech. Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer. Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.,Maybe you first notice something is wrong when your normally clear-as-a-bell voice gets a little bit husky.Pretty soon all that your friends can hear is a lot of croaking when you try to speak up.Too much singing in the shower, you wonder, or is something more serious to blame?Check out these culprits that could explain why you're hoarse.When you speak, air passes through the voice box in your throat and hits the two bands called vocal cords.Your voice make sounds when they vibrate.A cold can throw a wrench into this smooth-running machine.Your throat gets inflamed and sore.Then your vocal cords swell, which affects the way they vibrate.The end result: You're hoarse.Rest your voice and drink plenty of fluids.Your volume will return when you recover.Each time you talk or sing, you use different muscles, including some in your mouth and throat.Just like other muscles in your body, overuse of the ones that help you speak can lead to fatigue, strain, and injury.The wrong technique can also bring on hoarseness.Here are some common things that you may be doing wrong: Speak, sing, yell, or cough too much Use a pitch that's higher or lower than normal when you talk Cradle your phone between your head and shoulder Cigarette smoke irritates your vocal cords, which can lead to long-term voice problems.Studies show that former and current smokers are about three times more likely to have a voice disorder than people who never smoke.Smoking can also raise your risk of developing a small, noncancerous growth called a polyp on your vocal cords.It can cause your voice to become low, breathy, and hoarse.When you think about allergies, you probably think of a runny nose, itchy eyes, and sneezing.But they can also take a toll on your voice in several ways: An allergic reaction can cause your vocal cords to swell.Postnasal drip -- when mucus moves from your nose into your throat -- can irritate your vocal cords.Coughing and clearing your throat can strain your vocal cords.Antihistamine drugs for allergies can dry out mucus in your throat.This may harm your vocal cords, which need moisture to work.It's an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints.About 1 in 3 people with RA get vocal problems, including a sore throat and loss of voice.That's because the condition can affect tiny joints in your face and throat, which leads to problems with your breathing and the way your vocal cords work.This butterfly-shaped gland in your lower neck pumps out a hormone that controls a number of functions in your body.When your thyroid doesn't make enough of it, one symptom you might have is a hoarse voice.If you have a goiter -- when your thyroid gets larger -- you may cough a lot and have problems with your speech.A growth on the thyroid, or a nodule, can also affect the way you speak.It's a condition that makes stomach acid wash back up into the esophagus, a tube that leads into your throat.The main symptom is heartburn, but GERD can also weaken your voice.Stomach acid can irritate your vocal cords, throat, and esophagus.This leads to a hoarse voice, wheezing, and too much mucus in your throat.It's a not a disease, but a catch-all word that means you've lost your voice.If it happens suddenly, it's called "acute" laryngitis.You can get it from a cold or overusing your voice.You can get long-term laryngitis if you breathe in something irritating, like smoke or chemical fumes.It also develops if you get yeast infections of the vocal cords, which can happen if you use asthma inhalers or have problems with your immune system, the body's defense against germs.Although experts aren't sure why, non-cancerous growths can appear on your vocal cords.They believe that heavy overuse of the voice, such as too much yelling or speaking, can be a cause.There are three types: Nodules.These callus-like formations usually grow in the middle of the vocal cord.They tend to go away if you give your voice enough rest.Polyps.These typically appear on one side of the vocal cord.They have a variety of sizes and shapes.Cysts.They're firm masses of tissue that grow near or beneath the surface of your vocal cord.If they make serious changes to your voice, your doctor will likely recommend surgery to remove them.A condition that affects your nerves, like Parkinson's disease, can affect the muscles in your face and throat.Nearly 90% of people with Parkinson's get some form of a speech or voice disorder.Parkinson's causes the parts of the brain that control movement and coordination to decline.This may mean that you're no longer able to control the muscles needed for speech.Long-term hoarseness or voice loss may be a sign of throat cancer.Other symptoms for the disease are: Pain when swallowing Pain in the ear Trouble breathing Lump in the neck If your voice problems last for more than 2 weeks, see a doctor.
<human>: What breakfast foods can boost my energy? <bot>: People who eat breakfast every morning report less fatigue and stress than people who skip it. High-fiber foods, like hot oatmeal, stick with you longer than a sweet roll or pastry. As the day wears on, they'll prevent you from getting hungry (hunger can lead to low energy).,context:Are your eyelids sagging as the afternoon wears on? When low energy drags you down, don't look to a candy bar, cup of coffee, or energy drink for a lift. The sugar and caffeine might give you an immediate pick-me-up, but after that quick high wears off, you'll crash and feel even more drained What you need: a lasting solution to keep sluggishness at bay. Here are 10 fatigue fighters that can leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized. 1. Eat your breakfast. People who eat breakfast every morning report less fatigue and stress than people who skip it. High-fiber foods, like hot oatmeal, stick with you longer than a sweet roll or pastry. As the day wears on, they'll prevent you from getting hungry (hunger can lead to low energy). 2. Do a downward dog. Some studies have found that yoga, which uses various postures and deep breathing for exercise and meditation, can be an excellent fatigue fighter. 3. Belt out your favorite tune. Singing gives you a kind of emotional high while it reduces levels of stress hormones in your body. So grab a hairbrush, put on your favorite song, and sing away. If you're at work and don't want to face your co-workers' puzzled stares, you might want to save your vocal stylings for the car. 4. Have a drink of water. Dehydration can leave you feeling drained and fatigued. You don't necessarily have to follow the "eight glasses a day" rule, but you do want to drink enough water to keep your body well hydrated. You can tell you're well hydrated when you don't feel thirsty and your urine is light-colored. Try to get to the fridge or water cooler for a refill every few hours. The walk there will also help you wake up. 5. Go nuts. Eat a handful of almonds or peanuts, which are high in magnesium and folate (folic acid). These nutrients are essential for energy and cell production. A lack of these nutrients in your system can leave you feeling weary. 6. Grab a cinnamon stick. Some people say that just a whiff of this scented spice can reduce fatigue and make them feel more alert. No cinnamon handy? Grab a mint from your bag. Peppermint's sweet aroma is another fatigue fighter for some people. More research is needed to see if and how these aromas actually affect a person's energy level. 7. Get moving. Exercise is a natural energy booster, because whenever you do it, oxygen-rich blood surges through your body to your heart, muscles, and brain. Regularly squeezing a workout into your day -- even if you can spare only 10 minutes at a time -- will help keep your energy levels at their peak. Move around every chance you get, even if it's just to pace in circles while you're on the phone. 8. Let the sunshine in. Research suggests that just a few minutes of walking outside on a warm, clear day may enhance mood, memory, and the ability to absorb new information. Going outside can even improve your self-esteem. If you absolutely can't get out, at least open the shades. 9. Have a bite. Your brain needs fuel to function at its best. When your blood sugar level drops, your mind will start running on fumes and will feel fuzzy as a result. So if your head is starting to droop, eat a snack that will give you enough energy to take you through the rest of the afternoon. Snacks that combine protein with slow-burning carbs -- like banana slices with peanut butter, or granola with fresh berries -- are best for maintaining your blood sugar levels over the long term. 10. Hang out with upbeat friends. Emotions are surprisingly contagious. People who are constantly negative and down can sap your energy, while those who are always up and excited can give you a real lift.,Are your eyelids sagging as the afternoon wears on?When low energy drags you down, don't look to a candy bar, cup of coffee, or energy drink for a lift.The sugar and caffeine might give you an immediate pick-me-up, but after that quick high wears off, you'll crash and feel even more drained What you need: a lasting solution to keep sluggishness at bay.Here are 10 fatigue fighters that can leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized.1.Eat your breakfast.People who eat breakfast every morning report less fatigue and stress than people who skip it.High-fiber foods, like hot oatmeal, stick with you longer than a sweet roll or pastry.As the day wears on, they'll prevent you from getting hungry (hunger can lead to low energy).2.Do a downward dog.Some studies have found that yoga, which uses various postures and deep breathing for exercise and meditation, can be an excellent fatigue fighter.3.Belt out your favorite tune.Singing gives you a kind of emotional high while it reduces levels of stress hormones in your body.So grab a hairbrush, put on your favorite song, and sing away.If you're at work and don't want to face your co-workers' puzzled stares, you might want to save your vocal stylings for the car.4.Have a drink of water.Dehydration can leave you feeling drained and fatigued.You don't necessarily have to follow the "eight glasses a day" rule, but you do want to drink enough water to keep your body well hydrated.You can tell you're well hydrated when you don't feel thirsty and your urine is light-colored.Try to get to the fridge or water cooler for a refill every few hours.The walk there will also help you wake up.5.Go nuts.Eat a handful of almonds or peanuts, which are high in magnesium and folate (folic acid).These nutrients are essential for energy and cell production.A lack of these nutrients in your system can leave you feeling weary.6.Grab a cinnamon stick.Some people say that just a whiff of this scented spice can reduce fatigue and make them feel more alert.No cinnamon handy?Grab a mint from your bag.Peppermint's sweet aroma is another fatigue fighter for some people.More research is needed to see if and how these aromas actually affect a person's energy level.7.Get moving.Exercise is a natural energy booster, because whenever you do it, oxygen-rich blood surges through your body to your heart, muscles, and brain.Regularly squeezing a workout into your day -- even if you can spare only 10 minutes at a time -- will help keep your energy levels at their peak.Move around every chance you get, even if it's just to pace in circles while you're on the phone.8.Let the sunshine in.Research suggests that just a few minutes of walking outside on a warm, clear day may enhance mood, memory, and the ability to absorb new information.Going outside can even improve your self-esteem.If you absolutely can't get out, at least open the shades.9.Have a bite.Your brain needs fuel to function at its best.When your blood sugar level drops, your mind will start running on fumes and will feel fuzzy as a result.So if your head is starting to droop, eat a snack that will give you enough energy to take you through the rest of the afternoon.Snacks that combine protein with slow-burning carbs -- like banana slices with peanut butter, or granola with fresh berries -- are best for maintaining your blood sugar levels over the long term.10.Hang out with upbeat friends.Emotions are surprisingly contagious.People who are constantly negative and down can sap your energy, while those who are always up and excited can give you a real lift.
<human>: What snacks can boost my energy? <bot>: Your brain needs fuel to function at its best. When your blood sugar level drops, your mind will start running on fumes and will feel fuzzy as a result. So if your head is starting to droop, eat a snack that will give you enough energy to take you through the rest of the afternoon. Snacks that combine protein with slow-burning carbs -- like banana slices with peanut butter, or granola with fresh berries -- are best for maintaining your blood sugar levels over the long term.,context:Are your eyelids sagging as the afternoon wears on? When low energy drags you down, don't look to a candy bar, cup of coffee, or energy drink for a lift. The sugar and caffeine might give you an immediate pick-me-up, but after that quick high wears off, you'll crash and feel even more drained What you need: a lasting solution to keep sluggishness at bay. Here are 10 fatigue fighters that can leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized. 1. Eat your breakfast. People who eat breakfast every morning report less fatigue and stress than people who skip it. High-fiber foods, like hot oatmeal, stick with you longer than a sweet roll or pastry. As the day wears on, they'll prevent you from getting hungry (hunger can lead to low energy). 2. Do a downward dog. Some studies have found that yoga, which uses various postures and deep breathing for exercise and meditation, can be an excellent fatigue fighter. 3. Belt out your favorite tune. Singing gives you a kind of emotional high while it reduces levels of stress hormones in your body. So grab a hairbrush, put on your favorite song, and sing away. If you're at work and don't want to face your co-workers' puzzled stares, you might want to save your vocal stylings for the car. 4. Have a drink of water. Dehydration can leave you feeling drained and fatigued. You don't necessarily have to follow the "eight glasses a day" rule, but you do want to drink enough water to keep your body well hydrated. You can tell you're well hydrated when you don't feel thirsty and your urine is light-colored. Try to get to the fridge or water cooler for a refill every few hours. The walk there will also help you wake up. 5. Go nuts. Eat a handful of almonds or peanuts, which are high in magnesium and folate (folic acid). These nutrients are essential for energy and cell production. A lack of these nutrients in your system can leave you feeling weary. 6. Grab a cinnamon stick. Some people say that just a whiff of this scented spice can reduce fatigue and make them feel more alert. No cinnamon handy? Grab a mint from your bag. Peppermint's sweet aroma is another fatigue fighter for some people. More research is needed to see if and how these aromas actually affect a person's energy level. 7. Get moving. Exercise is a natural energy booster, because whenever you do it, oxygen-rich blood surges through your body to your heart, muscles, and brain. Regularly squeezing a workout into your day -- even if you can spare only 10 minutes at a time -- will help keep your energy levels at their peak. Move around every chance you get, even if it's just to pace in circles while you're on the phone. 8. Let the sunshine in. Research suggests that just a few minutes of walking outside on a warm, clear day may enhance mood, memory, and the ability to absorb new information. Going outside can even improve your self-esteem. If you absolutely can't get out, at least open the shades. 9. Have a bite. Your brain needs fuel to function at its best. When your blood sugar level drops, your mind will start running on fumes and will feel fuzzy as a result. So if your head is starting to droop, eat a snack that will give you enough energy to take you through the rest of the afternoon. Snacks that combine protein with slow-burning carbs -- like banana slices with peanut butter, or granola with fresh berries -- are best for maintaining your blood sugar levels over the long term. 10. Hang out with upbeat friends. Emotions are surprisingly contagious. People who are constantly negative and down can sap your energy, while those who are always up and excited can give you a real lift.,Are your eyelids sagging as the afternoon wears on?When low energy drags you down, don't look to a candy bar, cup of coffee, or energy drink for a lift.The sugar and caffeine might give you an immediate pick-me-up, but after that quick high wears off, you'll crash and feel even more drained What you need: a lasting solution to keep sluggishness at bay.Here are 10 fatigue fighters that can leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized.1.Eat your breakfast.People who eat breakfast every morning report less fatigue and stress than people who skip it.High-fiber foods, like hot oatmeal, stick with you longer than a sweet roll or pastry.As the day wears on, they'll prevent you from getting hungry (hunger can lead to low energy).2.Do a downward dog.Some studies have found that yoga, which uses various postures and deep breathing for exercise and meditation, can be an excellent fatigue fighter.3.Belt out your favorite tune.Singing gives you a kind of emotional high while it reduces levels of stress hormones in your body.So grab a hairbrush, put on your favorite song, and sing away.If you're at work and don't want to face your co-workers' puzzled stares, you might want to save your vocal stylings for the car.4.Have a drink of water.Dehydration can leave you feeling drained and fatigued.You don't necessarily have to follow the "eight glasses a day" rule, but you do want to drink enough water to keep your body well hydrated.You can tell you're well hydrated when you don't feel thirsty and your urine is light-colored.Try to get to the fridge or water cooler for a refill every few hours.The walk there will also help you wake up.5.Go nuts.Eat a handful of almonds or peanuts, which are high in magnesium and folate (folic acid).These nutrients are essential for energy and cell production.A lack of these nutrients in your system can leave you feeling weary.6.Grab a cinnamon stick.Some people say that just a whiff of this scented spice can reduce fatigue and make them feel more alert.No cinnamon handy?Grab a mint from your bag.Peppermint's sweet aroma is another fatigue fighter for some people.More research is needed to see if and how these aromas actually affect a person's energy level.7.Get moving.Exercise is a natural energy booster, because whenever you do it, oxygen-rich blood surges through your body to your heart, muscles, and brain.Regularly squeezing a workout into your day -- even if you can spare only 10 minutes at a time -- will help keep your energy levels at their peak.Move around every chance you get, even if it's just to pace in circles while you're on the phone.8.Let the sunshine in.Research suggests that just a few minutes of walking outside on a warm, clear day may enhance mood, memory, and the ability to absorb new information.Going outside can even improve your self-esteem.If you absolutely can't get out, at least open the shades.9.Have a bite.Your brain needs fuel to function at its best.When your blood sugar level drops, your mind will start running on fumes and will feel fuzzy as a result.So if your head is starting to droop, eat a snack that will give you enough energy to take you through the rest of the afternoon.Snacks that combine protein with slow-burning carbs -- like banana slices with peanut butter, or granola with fresh berries -- are best for maintaining your blood sugar levels over the long term.10.Hang out with upbeat friends.Emotions are surprisingly contagious.People who are constantly negative and down can sap your energy, while those who are always up and excited can give you a real lift.
<human>: How does exercise help me boost my energy? <bot>: Exercise is a natural energy booster, because whenever you do it, oxygen-rich blood surges through your body to your heart, muscles, and brain. Regularly squeezing a workout into your day -- even if you can spare only 10 minutes at a time -- will help keep your energy levels at their peak. Move around every chance you get, even if it's just to pace in circles while you're on the phone.,context:Are your eyelids sagging as the afternoon wears on? When low energy drags you down, don't look to a candy bar, cup of coffee, or energy drink for a lift. The sugar and caffeine might give you an immediate pick-me-up, but after that quick high wears off, you'll crash and feel even more drained What you need: a lasting solution to keep sluggishness at bay. Here are 10 fatigue fighters that can leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized. 1. Eat your breakfast. People who eat breakfast every morning report less fatigue and stress than people who skip it. High-fiber foods, like hot oatmeal, stick with you longer than a sweet roll or pastry. As the day wears on, they'll prevent you from getting hungry (hunger can lead to low energy). 2. Do a downward dog. Some studies have found that yoga, which uses various postures and deep breathing for exercise and meditation, can be an excellent fatigue fighter. 3. Belt out your favorite tune. Singing gives you a kind of emotional high while it reduces levels of stress hormones in your body. So grab a hairbrush, put on your favorite song, and sing away. If you're at work and don't want to face your co-workers' puzzled stares, you might want to save your vocal stylings for the car. 4. Have a drink of water. Dehydration can leave you feeling drained and fatigued. You don't necessarily have to follow the "eight glasses a day" rule, but you do want to drink enough water to keep your body well hydrated. You can tell you're well hydrated when you don't feel thirsty and your urine is light-colored. Try to get to the fridge or water cooler for a refill every few hours. The walk there will also help you wake up. 5. Go nuts. Eat a handful of almonds or peanuts, which are high in magnesium and folate (folic acid). These nutrients are essential for energy and cell production. A lack of these nutrients in your system can leave you feeling weary. 6. Grab a cinnamon stick. Some people say that just a whiff of this scented spice can reduce fatigue and make them feel more alert. No cinnamon handy? Grab a mint from your bag. Peppermint's sweet aroma is another fatigue fighter for some people. More research is needed to see if and how these aromas actually affect a person's energy level. 7. Get moving. Exercise is a natural energy booster, because whenever you do it, oxygen-rich blood surges through your body to your heart, muscles, and brain. Regularly squeezing a workout into your day -- even if you can spare only 10 minutes at a time -- will help keep your energy levels at their peak. Move around every chance you get, even if it's just to pace in circles while you're on the phone. 8. Let the sunshine in. Research suggests that just a few minutes of walking outside on a warm, clear day may enhance mood, memory, and the ability to absorb new information. Going outside can even improve your self-esteem. If you absolutely can't get out, at least open the shades. 9. Have a bite. Your brain needs fuel to function at its best. When your blood sugar level drops, your mind will start running on fumes and will feel fuzzy as a result. So if your head is starting to droop, eat a snack that will give you enough energy to take you through the rest of the afternoon. Snacks that combine protein with slow-burning carbs -- like banana slices with peanut butter, or granola with fresh berries -- are best for maintaining your blood sugar levels over the long term. 10. Hang out with upbeat friends. Emotions are surprisingly contagious. People who are constantly negative and down can sap your energy, while those who are always up and excited can give you a real lift.,Are your eyelids sagging as the afternoon wears on?When low energy drags you down, don't look to a candy bar, cup of coffee, or energy drink for a lift.The sugar and caffeine might give you an immediate pick-me-up, but after that quick high wears off, you'll crash and feel even more drained What you need: a lasting solution to keep sluggishness at bay.Here are 10 fatigue fighters that can leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized.1.Eat your breakfast.People who eat breakfast every morning report less fatigue and stress than people who skip it.High-fiber foods, like hot oatmeal, stick with you longer than a sweet roll or pastry.As the day wears on, they'll prevent you from getting hungry (hunger can lead to low energy).2.Do a downward dog.Some studies have found that yoga, which uses various postures and deep breathing for exercise and meditation, can be an excellent fatigue fighter.3.Belt out your favorite tune.Singing gives you a kind of emotional high while it reduces levels of stress hormones in your body.So grab a hairbrush, put on your favorite song, and sing away.If you're at work and don't want to face your co-workers' puzzled stares, you might want to save your vocal stylings for the car.4.Have a drink of water.Dehydration can leave you feeling drained and fatigued.You don't necessarily have to follow the "eight glasses a day" rule, but you do want to drink enough water to keep your body well hydrated.You can tell you're well hydrated when you don't feel thirsty and your urine is light-colored.Try to get to the fridge or water cooler for a refill every few hours.The walk there will also help you wake up.5.Go nuts.Eat a handful of almonds or peanuts, which are high in magnesium and folate (folic acid).These nutrients are essential for energy and cell production.A lack of these nutrients in your system can leave you feeling weary.6.Grab a cinnamon stick.Some people say that just a whiff of this scented spice can reduce fatigue and make them feel more alert.No cinnamon handy?Grab a mint from your bag.Peppermint's sweet aroma is another fatigue fighter for some people.More research is needed to see if and how these aromas actually affect a person's energy level.7.Get moving.Exercise is a natural energy booster, because whenever you do it, oxygen-rich blood surges through your body to your heart, muscles, and brain.Regularly squeezing a workout into your day -- even if you can spare only 10 minutes at a time -- will help keep your energy levels at their peak.Move around every chance you get, even if it's just to pace in circles while you're on the phone.8.Let the sunshine in.Research suggests that just a few minutes of walking outside on a warm, clear day may enhance mood, memory, and the ability to absorb new information.Going outside can even improve your self-esteem.If you absolutely can't get out, at least open the shades.9.Have a bite.Your brain needs fuel to function at its best.When your blood sugar level drops, your mind will start running on fumes and will feel fuzzy as a result.So if your head is starting to droop, eat a snack that will give you enough energy to take you through the rest of the afternoon.Snacks that combine protein with slow-burning carbs -- like banana slices with peanut butter, or granola with fresh berries -- are best for maintaining your blood sugar levels over the long term.10.Hang out with upbeat friends.Emotions are surprisingly contagious.People who are constantly negative and down can sap your energy, while those who are always up and excited can give you a real lift.
<human>: What types of nuts can I eat to help me boost my energy? <bot>: Eat a handful of almonds or peanuts, which are high in magnesium and folate (folic acid). These nutrients are essential for energy and cell production. A lack of these nutrients in your system can leave you feeling weary.,context:Are your eyelids sagging as the afternoon wears on? When low energy drags you down, don't look to a candy bar, cup of coffee, or energy drink for a lift. The sugar and caffeine might give you an immediate pick-me-up, but after that quick high wears off, you'll crash and feel even more drained What you need: a lasting solution to keep sluggishness at bay. Here are 10 fatigue fighters that can leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized. 1. Eat your breakfast. People who eat breakfast every morning report less fatigue and stress than people who skip it. High-fiber foods, like hot oatmeal, stick with you longer than a sweet roll or pastry. As the day wears on, they'll prevent you from getting hungry (hunger can lead to low energy). 2. Do a downward dog. Some studies have found that yoga, which uses various postures and deep breathing for exercise and meditation, can be an excellent fatigue fighter. 3. Belt out your favorite tune. Singing gives you a kind of emotional high while it reduces levels of stress hormones in your body. So grab a hairbrush, put on your favorite song, and sing away. If you're at work and don't want to face your co-workers' puzzled stares, you might want to save your vocal stylings for the car. 4. Have a drink of water. Dehydration can leave you feeling drained and fatigued. You don't necessarily have to follow the "eight glasses a day" rule, but you do want to drink enough water to keep your body well hydrated. You can tell you're well hydrated when you don't feel thirsty and your urine is light-colored. Try to get to the fridge or water cooler for a refill every few hours. The walk there will also help you wake up. 5. Go nuts. Eat a handful of almonds or peanuts, which are high in magnesium and folate (folic acid). These nutrients are essential for energy and cell production. A lack of these nutrients in your system can leave you feeling weary. 6. Grab a cinnamon stick. Some people say that just a whiff of this scented spice can reduce fatigue and make them feel more alert. No cinnamon handy? Grab a mint from your bag. Peppermint's sweet aroma is another fatigue fighter for some people. More research is needed to see if and how these aromas actually affect a person's energy level. 7. Get moving. Exercise is a natural energy booster, because whenever you do it, oxygen-rich blood surges through your body to your heart, muscles, and brain. Regularly squeezing a workout into your day -- even if you can spare only 10 minutes at a time -- will help keep your energy levels at their peak. Move around every chance you get, even if it's just to pace in circles while you're on the phone. 8. Let the sunshine in. Research suggests that just a few minutes of walking outside on a warm, clear day may enhance mood, memory, and the ability to absorb new information. Going outside can even improve your self-esteem. If you absolutely can't get out, at least open the shades. 9. Have a bite. Your brain needs fuel to function at its best. When your blood sugar level drops, your mind will start running on fumes and will feel fuzzy as a result. So if your head is starting to droop, eat a snack that will give you enough energy to take you through the rest of the afternoon. Snacks that combine protein with slow-burning carbs -- like banana slices with peanut butter, or granola with fresh berries -- are best for maintaining your blood sugar levels over the long term. 10. Hang out with upbeat friends. Emotions are surprisingly contagious. People who are constantly negative and down can sap your energy, while those who are always up and excited can give you a real lift.,Are your eyelids sagging as the afternoon wears on?When low energy drags you down, don't look to a candy bar, cup of coffee, or energy drink for a lift.The sugar and caffeine might give you an immediate pick-me-up, but after that quick high wears off, you'll crash and feel even more drained What you need: a lasting solution to keep sluggishness at bay.Here are 10 fatigue fighters that can leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized.1.Eat your breakfast.People who eat breakfast every morning report less fatigue and stress than people who skip it.High-fiber foods, like hot oatmeal, stick with you longer than a sweet roll or pastry.As the day wears on, they'll prevent you from getting hungry (hunger can lead to low energy).2.Do a downward dog.Some studies have found that yoga, which uses various postures and deep breathing for exercise and meditation, can be an excellent fatigue fighter.3.Belt out your favorite tune.Singing gives you a kind of emotional high while it reduces levels of stress hormones in your body.So grab a hairbrush, put on your favorite song, and sing away.If you're at work and don't want to face your co-workers' puzzled stares, you might want to save your vocal stylings for the car.4.Have a drink of water.Dehydration can leave you feeling drained and fatigued.You don't necessarily have to follow the "eight glasses a day" rule, but you do want to drink enough water to keep your body well hydrated.You can tell you're well hydrated when you don't feel thirsty and your urine is light-colored.Try to get to the fridge or water cooler for a refill every few hours.The walk there will also help you wake up.5.Go nuts.Eat a handful of almonds or peanuts, which are high in magnesium and folate (folic acid).These nutrients are essential for energy and cell production.A lack of these nutrients in your system can leave you feeling weary.6.Grab a cinnamon stick.Some people say that just a whiff of this scented spice can reduce fatigue and make them feel more alert.No cinnamon handy?Grab a mint from your bag.Peppermint's sweet aroma is another fatigue fighter for some people.More research is needed to see if and how these aromas actually affect a person's energy level.7.Get moving.Exercise is a natural energy booster, because whenever you do it, oxygen-rich blood surges through your body to your heart, muscles, and brain.Regularly squeezing a workout into your day -- even if you can spare only 10 minutes at a time -- will help keep your energy levels at their peak.Move around every chance you get, even if it's just to pace in circles while you're on the phone.8.Let the sunshine in.Research suggests that just a few minutes of walking outside on a warm, clear day may enhance mood, memory, and the ability to absorb new information.Going outside can even improve your self-esteem.If you absolutely can't get out, at least open the shades.9.Have a bite.Your brain needs fuel to function at its best.When your blood sugar level drops, your mind will start running on fumes and will feel fuzzy as a result.So if your head is starting to droop, eat a snack that will give you enough energy to take you through the rest of the afternoon.Snacks that combine protein with slow-burning carbs -- like banana slices with peanut butter, or granola with fresh berries -- are best for maintaining your blood sugar levels over the long term.10.Hang out with upbeat friends.Emotions are surprisingly contagious.People who are constantly negative and down can sap your energy, while those who are always up and excited can give you a real lift.