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Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can you fix varicose veins on your own? | How can I stop varicose veins from getting worse?By taking preventive measures such as exercising and wearing compression stockings, you may be able to keep varicose veins from getting worse. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How can I stop varicose veins from getting worse? | What should you not do with varicose veins?If you have varicose veins, you should avoid being still or seated for long periods of time. It’s important to move around and exercise. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What should you not do with varicose veins? | Can you get rid of varicose veins without surgery?In some cases, your health care provider can get rid of varicose veins with treatment other than surgery. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Varicose Veins Causes? | To help move oxygen-rich blood from the lungs to all parts of the body, your arteries have thick layers of muscle or elastic tissue. To push blood back to yourheart, your veins rely mainly on surrounding muscles and a network of one-way valves. As blood flows through a vein, the cup-like valves open to allow blood thro... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Varicose Veins Risk Factors? | Certain things -- some of which you can control and some of which you can’t -- increase the chances that you’ll get varicose veins. They include:
• Pregnancy. Varicose veins usually improve 3 months to a year after delivery.
• Family history. You are more likely to have varicose veins if they run in your family.
• O... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Varicose Veins Stages? | Varicose veins may not be cause for concern if they're only cosmetic. But if they are serious and go untreated, they may get worse. Without treatment, they may cause ulcers, bleeding, and skin discoloration.
Sometimes, varicose veins can develop into more serious conditions, such aschronic venous insufficiency, which ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Varicose Veins Symptoms? | Some symptoms of varicose veins are just cosmetic, but others involve pain or discomfort.
Early-stage varicose veins symptoms
Symptoms may include:
• Bulging, bluish veins
• Skin color changes around the veins
• Swelling in the legs
• Aching pain in the legs
• A heavy feeling in the legs and feet
• Nighttimeleg... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Varicose Veins Diagnosis? | To determine whether you have varicose veins, your healthcare provider will examine you and ask about your symptoms. They may useultrasoundto see how the blood is flowing through the valves in your veins. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Varicose Veins Treatment? | The treatment for varicose veins can range from simple home remedies to surgery.
Varicose veins socks
Wearing compression stockings, or compression socks, can help because they squeeze your legs and help your veins and leg muscles circulate blood.
These can help by squeezing the veins to prevent blood from pooling. ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are When to Worry About Varicose Veins? | If your symptoms are mild, remedies such as compression socks may be all you need. But if your symptoms are severe or the appearance of your varicose veins is distressing to you, you should see a health care provider. You should also contact your doctor if:
• Your symptoms keep your body from functioning normally, or ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Living With Varicose Veins? | Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and making some changes to your daily routine, as listed above, can help you manage discomfort from varicose veins as well as improve the appearance of varicose veins.
If the appearance of your varicose veins bothers you, talk to your doctor about your treatment options.
Varicose veins... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Varicose Veins Takeaways? | Varicose veins are common, and they may not be bothersome beyond what they look like. But if they cause discomfort, there are things you can do in your daily life to improve blood flow and manage your symptoms. If your varicose veins are painful or severe, it’s a good idea to see your health care provider because varic... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Varicose Veins FAQs? | • Can you fix varicose veins on your own?You can’t get rid of varicose veins on your own, but if they are not severe, you may be able to manage your symptoms on your own.
• How can I stop varicose veins from getting worse?By taking preventive measures such as exercising and wearing compression stockings, you may be ab... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Vascular Access Device: What Are Central Venous Catheters? | Often when you need medicine, you just pop a pill in yourmouth, down some water, and go about your day. But at other times your doctor may need to give you drugs or fluids that go right into one of your veins. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Vascular Access Device: When Would I Need One? | The key with CVCs is that they can stay in for weeks or even years, depending on the type. That can make long-term treatment a lot easier. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vascular Access Device PICC Line? | A PICC (peripherally inserted central catheter) line goes into your arm and runs all the way to a large vein near yourheart. The other end may have one or two tubes, called lumens, that stick out of your arm just above yourelbow. That’s where the medicine goes.
When you need a PICC line, first you get some medicine so... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vascular Access Device Port? | Also called an implanted port, this is a thin tube with one or two discs on one end. It goes entirely under yourskin, discs and all. You usually get it in your chest, just under your collarbone. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vascular Access Device Tunneled CVC? | Most times, this one also goes into your chest around your collarbone. One end goes near your heart. On the other end, just like a PICC line, you’ll have one or more lumens where your doctor can insert medicine.
When you need a tunneled CVC, you get medicine to help you relax and to make sure you don’t feel any pain. ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Are Brain Lesions? | A lesion is an area of tissue that has been damaged through injury or disease. So a brain lesion is an area of injury or disease within the brain. While the definition sounds simple, understanding brain lesions can be complicated. That's because there are many types of brain lesions. They can range from small to large,... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Causes Brain Lesions? | Brain lesions can be caused by injury, infection, exposure to certain chemicals, problems with the immune system, and more. Typically, their cause is unknown. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Are the Different Types of Brain Lesions? | Although they share a common definition -- injury or damage to tissue within the brain -- brain lesions vary greatly. Here are some common brain lesions. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Are Brain Lesions Diagnosed? | The methods used to find and diagnose brain lesions depend on the symptoms. In many cases, CT andMRIimaging studies help pinpoint the location, size, and characteristics of the lesions. Blood and other lab tests may also be done to look for signs of infection. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Can I Find Out More About Brain Lesions? | Brain lesions take many forms, so diagnosing and treating them can be complex. That's why it's important to discuss individual questions about brain lesions with your doctor. Together, you can determine the best way to proceed in identifying, treating, and living with brain lesions. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Vasculitis? | Vasculitis, also called angiitisor arteritis,is anautoimmune diseasethat affects your blood vessels, organs, and tissues. Your vessels swell and narrow, which makes it harder for your blood to flow to your tissues and organs. Some vessels could close entirely. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Vasculitis: How common is it? | Most types of vasculitis are very rare. Fewer than 50 out of 1 million people get vasculitis every year in the U.S. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is vasculitis very serious? | Many types of vasculitis can be serious, specifically when they restrict blood flow. This not only can damage your organs and cause serious issues likeaneurysms,but it could also be fatal. Certain kinds of vasculitis can cause vision loss or blindness, if they're not treated. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What does vasculitis look like when it starts? | If your vasculitis has symptoms you can see on your body, it'll likely appear as a rash, or spots of red, purplish red, black, or simply discolored skin. A vasculitis rash can be on your fingers, legs, ankles, or toes. Other signs that can point to vasculitis are swelling in your joints or cramps and bloating. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vasculitis Symptoms? | Vasculitis symptoms can show up in many ways, depending on what part of your body is affected. Still, some general symptoms include:
• Fever
• Weight loss
• Loss of appetite
• Fatigue
• Headache
• General aches and pains
Symptoms related to specific areas of your body include:
• Eyes.Your first sign of vasculit... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vasculitis Types? | Vasculitis is thegeneral term for several conditions that cause blood vessel inflammation.Doctors organize vasculitis into types based on the size of the blood vessels involved. All types of vasculitis can affect anyone, but some are more common in certain age groups.
• Systemic vasculitisis inflammation of your blood... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vasculitis Causes? | Doctors don’t know exactly what causes many cases of vasculitis. But there are some possible triggers:
• Autoimmune diseases like RA, lupus, orSjögren's syndrome
• Infections, such as hepatitis B and hepatitis C, that set off an unusual immune system reaction that damages your blood vessels
• Allergic reactions to m... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vasculitis Risk Factors? | While anyone can get vasculitis, some things can raise your chances of having certain types of the condition, including:
• Your age. Some types are more common in older people, while others, such as Kawasaki disease, most often affect children.
• A family history of a particular type of vasculitis
• Cocaine use
• S... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vasculitis Diagnosis? | Your doctor will ask about your medical history and do a physical exam. There's no test just for vasculitis. But because it tends to result from other conditions, you may need tests to look for inflammation and figure out what's causing your symptoms. These tests may include:
• Blood tests.Certain types of blood cells... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vasculitis Treatment? | Which vasculitis treatment your doctor recommends depends on what’s causing it and which organs it affects. It's usually meant to control the inflammation and prevent organ and blood vessel damage. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vasculitis Complications? | Whether you have complications depends on what type of vasculitis you have and how bad it is. Some serious complications of vasculitis include:
• Organ damage
• Blood clots
• Aneurysm
• Loss of eyesight
• Infection | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vasculitis Prognosis? | There's no cure for vasculitis, but with the right treatment, you can live a long and active life. Most types of vasculitis are lifelong. But successful treatment can give you long periods without symptoms (called remissions).
Your outlook depends on several things, including:
• The type of vasculitis you have
• How... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vasculitis Takeaways? | Vasculitis is inflammation of your blood vessels. It thickens your blood vessels, sometimes so much that blood can't flow properly. This can damage your organs and tissues. It's a lifelong disease without a cure, but it can be treated, usually with steroids. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vasculitis FAQs? | Is vasculitis very serious?
Many types of vasculitis can be serious, specifically when they restrict blood flow. This not only can damage your organs and cause serious issues likeaneurysms,but it could also be fatal. Certain kinds of vasculitis can cause vision loss or blindness, if they're not treated. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is a Venous Skin Ulcer? | A venousskinulceris a sore on your leg that’s very slow to heal, usually because of weakbloodcirculation in the limb. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Venous Skin Ulcer: What Causes Them? | Venous ulcers happen when there’s a break in the skin on your leg, usually around theankle. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Venous Skin Ulcer: Who Gets Them? | About 1% of Americans have venous skin ulcers. They’re more common in older people, particularly women. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Venous Skin Ulcer Symptoms? | A venous ulcer often feels itchy orburns, and the leg around it may be swollen. Other signs may include:
• Arashordry skin
• Brownish discoloration
• A foul-smelling fluid oozing from the sore
An ulcer can also become infected. If that happens, you might notice:
• A redness or swelling of the surrounding skin
• W... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Venous Skin Ulcer Diagnosis? | If you have a wound that isn’t healing or you think is infected, you should see your doctor. Usually, all it takes is a quick examination of the sore and the skin around it to figure out whether you have a venous skin ulcer. Your doctor will ask you if you have a history of ongoing (or “chronic”) conditions, such asdia... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Venous Skin Ulcer Treatment? | The most common treatment is a compression bandage or stocking. The pressure should improve the blood circulation in your leg, boosting your body’s ability to heal the sore.
• You’ll probably be told to raise your leg for set lengths of time as well. This also helps circulation. Doctors typically recommend a half-hour... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Venous Skin Ulcer Prevention? | There are a variety of ways you can prevent venous skin ulcers through lifestyle changes,dietormedication. You might:
• Quit smoking
• Lose weight
• Control chronic conditions such ashigh blood pressureordiabetes
• Takeaspirinto prevent blood clots
• Reduce the amount of salt in yourdiet
• Exerciseregularly
• We... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Ventricular Tachycardia? | Ventricular tachycardiais a type ofarrhythmia, or irregular heart rhythm. Sometimes called VT or V-tach, it’s an unusually fast heartbeat that starts in the lower part of yourheartcalled the ventricles. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is Ventricular Tachycardia a normal heartbeat? | Your heart is a muscular pump with four chambers. The two upper ones are called the atria. The two lower ones are called the ventricles. They work together to pump blood throughout your body. Every day, a healthy heart beats about 100,000 times. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What happens in ventricular tachycardia? | When you have VT, abnormal electrical signals from your ventricles take over and make your heart beat quickly. The pulses coming from your SA node are also affected. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Ventricular Tachycardia: When should I call a doctor? | Get in touch with your medical provider if you have an increase or change in your regular heart rate and don't know why. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the best treatment for ventricular tachycardia? | It depends on what’s causing it and how long it’s lasted. In an emergency, you may need an electric shock to the heart. If there’s a good chance you’ll have VT again, the best way to prevent fatal problems is with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD). | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How serious is ventricular tachycardia? | It can be harmless if it only lasts a few seconds. But V-tach can be life-threatening if you have an episode longer than 30 seconds and it leads to ventricular fibrillation, which prevents your heart from pumping blood to the rest of your body. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Ventricular Tachycardia: What to do if a patient is in V-tach? | Go to the emergency room if you or a loved one have ventricular fibrillation for longer than 30 seconds. You’ll need treatment right away with medication or a device that sends electrical shocks to your heart. The goal is to quickly restore your regular heart rate. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is ventricular tachycardia worse than AFib? | Both can be serious, but you’re more likely to die from an episode ofventricular tachycardiathan atrial fibrillation. But people who have Afib may be more likely to develop VT later on. Ask your doctor if that could happen to you. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Types of Ventricular Tachycardia? | Here are some common terms used to describe ventricular tachycardia:
Monomorphic ventricular tachycardiaMonomorphic ventricular tachycardia describes how your heart rhythm looks more steady from beat to beat when your doctor checks the electrical activity with anelectrocardiogram(EKG). “Mono” means each heartbeat “wav... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Ventricular Tachycardia Symptoms? | You may not notice any symptoms, especially if your heart beats fast for only a few seconds, but ventricular tachycardia can cause:
• Feeling lightheaded or dizzy
• Chest pain
• Heart pounding or fluttering (palpitations)
• Shortness of breath or trouble breathing
• Anxiety
• Fainting
• Tightness in your neck
•... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Ventricular Tachycardia Causes? | Ventricular tachycardia happens when there’s a glitch in your heart’s electrical system. These abnormal signals trigger the fast rhythm in your ventricles that revs up your heart rate.
You’re more likely to have ventricular tachycardia if you’re older or if heart rhythm problems run in your family. That includes condi... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Ventricular Tachycardia Diagnosis? | Your doctor will review your medical history and ask about your symptoms. They’ll also run some tests on your heart, which usually includes an electrocardiogram (EKGor ECG). An EKG records your heart’s electrical activity.
Other tests used to diagnose ventricular tachycardia include:
Holter monitor.This is a portable... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Ventricular Tachycardia Treatment? | You may not need to do anything if you don’t have symptoms or if episodes last less than 30 seconds. Otherwise, your treatment will depend on what’s causing the problem.For example, if medication or stimulants like caffeine are causing episodes of ventricular tachycardia, you’ll probably have to stop using them.
What ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Ventricular Tachycardia Management? | Your treatment plan depends on what’s causing your irregular heart rhythm. But here are some steps you can take to manage ventricular tachycardia:
• Take any medication your doctor gives you to regulate your heart rate.
• Get an ICD if your doctor thinks you need one.
• Work with your medical team to create a safe e... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Complications of Ventricular Tachycardia? | It’s important to seek treatment if you have an irregular fast heartbeat. While ventricular tachycardia may not always be dangerous, it can cause serious problems if it happens often or for longer than 30 seconds. Your odds of complications also go up if you have other heart problems.
If your heart can’t get blood flo... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Ventricular Tachycardia Prevention? | You may not be able to completely prevent ventricular tachycardia, but there are steps you can take to lessen your chances of it happening. You’ll want to focus on heart-healthy habits including:
• Eat mostly fruits, vegetables, whole grains,unsaturated fats, and lean proteins.
• Limit foods high in sugar, salt, and ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Ventricular Tachycardia Takeaways? | Ventricular tachycardia is a type of arrhythmia that causes your heart to beat faster than normal. Episodes that last longer than 30 seconds can be deadly. Treatment with medication, devices, or surgery can restore your regular heartbeat or prevent VT from happening again. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Ventricular Tachycardia FAQs? | What is the best treatment for ventricular tachycardia?
It depends on what’s causing it and how long it’s lasted. In an emergency, you may need an electric shock to the heart. If there’s a good chance you’ll have VT again, the best way to prevent fatal problems is with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD).
... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Verruca: What Is Seborrheic Dermatitis? | Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin disease that causes an itchy rash with flaky scales. It causes redness on light skin and light patches on darker skin. It’s also called dandruff, cradle cap, seborrhea, seborrheiceczema, and seborrheicpsoriasis. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Verruca: Can seborrheic dermatitis heal on its own? | For babies, seborrheic dermatitis (cradle cap) goes away on its own within a few months. For teens and adults, it might go away on its own, but you'll likely need treatment. It's possible to have flares of seborrheic dermatitis throughout your life. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Verruca some triggers of seborrheic dermatitis? | How do you get rid of seborrheic dermatitis?It may go away on its own, but the main treatments for seborrheic dermatitis are medicatedshampoos, creams, and lotions. Home remedies might also help. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Verruca: How do you get rid of seborrheic dermatitis? | Can you fix seborrheic dermatitis?Treatment can't cure seborrheic dermatitis, but it can relieve symptoms like itching and swelling. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Verruca Seborrheic Dermatitis Causes? | Seborrheic dermatitis may be due to the yeast Malassezia, excess oil in your skin, or issues with your immune system.It doesn't come from an allergy or from being unclean. It's not contagious.But experts don't know what exactly causes it.
Some seborrheic dermatitis triggers include:
• Stress
• Fatigue
• Change of s... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Verruca Seborrheic Dermatitis Risk Factors? | Newborns and adults ages 30 to 60 are most likely to get seborrheic dermatitis. It's more common in men than women and in people with oily skin. These conditions can also raise your risk:
• Acne
• Alcoholism
• Having a mental health condition such as depression
• Immune system disorders such as HIV infection
• Bei... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Verruca Seborrheic Dermatitis Symptoms? | Your symptoms may include:
• Flaking skin
• Flakes of skin in your mustache orbeard
• Patches of greasy skin covered with flaky white or yellow scales or crust
• A rash that may look darker or lighter in people with brown or Black skin -- and redder in those with white skin
• Ring-shaped (annular) rash (this is ca... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Verruca Seborrheic Dermatitis Diagnosis? | Your doctor will ask about your medical history and look at your skin. They might scrape off a bit of skin and look at it under a microscope to rule out conditions that affect your skin, including:
• Psoriasis.This causes a lot of silvery white scales, often on your elbows and knees. It can also change how your finger... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Verruca Seborrheic Dermatitis Treatment? | Seborrheic dermatitis will sometimes clear up by itself. But often, it's a lifelong issue that clears and flares. You can usually control it with good skin care. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Verruca Seborrheic Dermatitis Complications? | Complications from seborrheic dermatitis are very rare. In some cases, you might develop secondary bacterial infections in areas of your body affected by this skin disease. These include eyelids in adults and diaper areas in babies.
You might have some hair loss, but that's caused by itching and rubbing your scalp and... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Verruca Seborrheic Dermatitis Home Remedies? | Lifestyle changes and home remedies may help you control seborrheic dermatitis. Your best treatment depends on your skin type, grooming practices, and symptoms. But before usingdietary supplementsor other alternative therapies, talk with your doctor.
Some home remedies you might try are:
• Use oil to remove scales.Us... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Verruca Takeaways? | • Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin disease that causes an itchy rash with flaky scales.
• It usually happens on your scalp, but you can get it anywhere on your body.
• Seborrheic dermatitis is not curable.
• It'll sometimes clear up by itself. But often, it's a lifelong issue that clears and flares.
• Complic... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Verruca FAQs? | What are some triggers of seborrheic dermatitis?
• Stress
• Fatigue
• Change of seasons
• Weather that's cold and dry
• Certain medical conditions and medicines
How do you get rid of seborrheic dermatitis?It may go away on its own, but the main treatments for seborrheic dermatitis are medicatedshampoos, creams, a... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Vertigo: Why Am I Dizzy? | Dizziness is a feeling of being lightheaded, unsteady, and faint. It can make you feel like the world is spinning. Sometimes the feeling is mild and goes away quickly. Other times it can be severe and come along with other symptoms, like a headache and throwing up. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Vertigo: What Is Dizziness? | Dizziness is a feeling of being lightheaded, unsteady, and faint. It can make you feel like the world is spinning. Sometimes the feeling is mild and goes away quickly. Other times it can be severe and come along with other symptoms, like a headache and throwing up. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Vertigo: When should you worry about dizziness? | If you get dizzy once in a while and it goes away, you probably don’t need to worry. But if you get dizzy a lot and if the dizziness lasts for long periods, it could be caused by a more serious problem, like an ear infection or medication side effect. Dizziness after a head injury is an emergency, so seek help right aw... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vertigo the causes of dizziness? | There are many possible causes of dizziness, from simple things like spinning too much on a carnival ride to motion sickness. But there are some serious causes as well, such as a head injury, blood loss, or having low blood sugar levels. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vertigo the red flags for dizziness? | You should be concerned about being dizzy if it happens after a head injury, it happens often, lasts long, or you have other symptoms as well. These include having a sudden, severe headache, confusion, double vision, or numbness or weakness in your arms, legs, or face, among others. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Vertigo: How do I stop feeling dizzy? | Try lying down for a few minutes and closing your eyes. Then sit up slowly, taking your time. Finally, stand up slowly – don’t make sudden or quick movements. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vertigo Dizziness Causes? | Many parts of your body – including your eyes, brain, inner ear, and nerves in your feet and spine – work together to keep you balanced. When a part of that system is off, you can feel dizzy.
Many things can cause dizziness, such as:
• Inner ear problems, like vertigo
• Inner ear infections
• Being low in certain n... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vertigo? | If it feels like the room is spinning around you and you have trouble staying steady on your feet, you might have a type of dizziness called vertigo. Vertigo can be a symptom of several health conditions affecting your inner ear and your vestibular system. The vestibular system is what helps you sense your body's posit... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vertigo Heart Problems and Dizziness? | Dizziness can sometimes be a sign of a heart problem. It could be an early sign of heart disease or a more serious sign of a heart attack. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vertigo Low Blood Pressure and Dizziness? | Dizziness can be a sign of low blood pressure, or hypotension. Your brain needs a steady supply of oxygen-rich blood to function properly. Your heart provides this by pumping the blood throughout your body.
This pumping action causes pressure as it pushes the blood through the arteries. This is similar to when you tur... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vertigo Other Common Causes of Dizziness? | Dizziness is quite common and has a wide range of other causes.
Dehydration
Many people don't drink enough fluids to replace the liquid they lose every day when they sweat, breathe, and pee.
When you're very dehydrated, your blood pressure can drop, your brain may not get enough oxygen, and you'll feel dizzy. Other ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vertigo Dizziness Symptoms? | Feeling dizzy can be very uncomfortable. Symptoms include feeling like:
• Everything around you is moving or spinning and you’re not.
• You’re lightheaded and going to faint.
• You can’t keep your balance.
• You're a little confused or foggy.
• You're nauseated. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vertigo How to Stop Feeling Dizzy? | Occasional dizziness often goes away on its own. In general, if you feel dizzy, try lying down for a few minutes. Sit up very slowly, without sudden movements. Then slowly stand up. This may help.
Here are some more tips and home remedies for dizziness, depending on what caused it:
Dehydration.If you are overheated o... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vertigo Takeaways? | It’s not unusual to feel dizzy once in a while, especially if it’s caused by motion sickness or being out in the sun for too long. But if you have frequent episodes, the dizziness doesn’t go away, or it’s interfering with your daily activities, speak to your doctor so you can find out what is causing it.
If you are di... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Vertigo Dizziness FAQs? | When should you worry about dizziness?
If you get dizzy once in a while and it goes away, you probably don’t need to worry. But if you get dizzy a lot and if the dizziness lasts for long periods, it could be caused by a more serious problem, like an ear infection or medication side effect. Dizziness after a head injur... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is Video Game Addiction Real? | It’s great to do things you enjoy. But can you go too far with a hobby? And at what point does it become anaddiction? That’s the question experts are trying to answer about playing video games. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Video Game Addiction Signs to Watch For? | The DSM-5 does include a section to help people and doctors know the warning signs of problem video gaming. These problems can happen whether you play online or offline.
Here’s what to look for in yourself or someone close to you -- your partner, a child, or a friend. You need to have five or more of these signs in 1 ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Video Game Addiction Getting Help? | Get help from your doctor or therapist -- or your child’s pediatrician, if the person you’re concerned about is your son or daughter -- as soon as you think that gaming time is getting out ofhand.
Studies about treating video game addiction are also in the early stages. Onetherapythat can help is called CBT or cogniti... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Video Game Addiction Preventing a Gaming Problem? | To keep the amount of time spent gaming under control, try these tips for adults and kids alike:
1. Set time limits for play and stick to them.
2. Keep phones and other gadgets out of the bedroom so you won’t play into the night.
3. Do other activities every day, includingexercise. This will lower the health risks o... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is a 'Virtual' Colonoscopy? | This test helps your doctor see inside your rectum andcolon(also called your large intestine). You might hear them call it CT colonography, or computed tomography. It’s most often used to look for small growths called polyps and to check for colon or rectal (colorectal)cancer. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Is It Different From a Full Colonoscopy? | During a full colonoscopy, your doctor slides a thin, flexible tube into your rectum so they can see your colon. You’ll be asleep during the process. The doctor will use the light and camera on the end of the tube to look at the lining of your intestine. If the doctor sees polyps or changes in the tissue, they can take... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Virtual Colonoscopy: Is the Prep the Same? | Pretty much. You may have to change what you eat for a few days and take medicine to clean out your colon. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Virtual Colonoscopy: What Happens? | A trained technician will do the test. You won’t need to stay in the hospital for it. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Virtual Colonoscopy: How Will I Feel Afterward? | You may feel bloated for a while and havegasas you pass the air out of your intestine. You can go back to your normaldiet. There are no activity limits. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is B12 Deficiency Anemia? | This type ofanemiameans that your body doesn't have enough healthy red blood cells because you're low invitamin B12. These cells transport oxygen throughout your body. You need iron and vitamins -- including B12 -- to make red blood cells. | local_scraped |
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