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Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Dandruff? | Dandruff is a skin condition that causes white or yellow skin flakes on your scalp. It may be itchy and spread to your hairline, eyebrows, and behind your ears. Dandruff is a milder form ofseborrheic dermatitis(pronounced seb-or-ray-ic dur-muh-ty-tis)that happens just on your head. Seborrheic dermatitis is a common ski... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Does Dandruff Form? | Experts think the overgrowth of a type of yeast or fungus calledmalasseziais one of the main causes of dandruff.This yeast lives on your skin naturally and feeds off the oil your skin makes. When your skin is irritated, it will make more oil and skin cells to help soothe the irritation. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Why Does Dandruff Keep Coming Back? | Dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis are probably caused by several different factors working together. This means it may keep coming back if you don't keep your management strategies in balance. So, the reason it keeps coming back is related to why you got it in the first place, such as irritated skin and an overgrowth ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is dandruff a fungus? | Experts think that one of the main contributors to dandruff is the overgrowth of a type of yeast or fungus calledmalassezia. All people have malassezia yeast on their skin; it's one of the many microbes that live in or on the human body. They're part of your body's microbiome. Malassezia feed off the oil your skin make... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Does dandruff cause hair loss? | No, dandruff itself doesn't cause hair loss. But the irritation of your hair follicles from scratching, extra oil, and extra yeast may cause temporary hair loss. To prevent this, try to avoid scratching. If your itch is bad, you may need a steroid cream to help control it. You'll need to see your doctor for a prescript... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How do I get rid of dandruff permanently? | You probably can't get rid of dandruff permanently because you can't control all of the contributing factors. But you can manage it by using an over-the-counter dandruff shampoo according to the instructions on the bottle. This will help reduce the flaking and itchiness. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What vitamin deficiency causes dandruff? | No single vitamin deficiency causes dandruff. But you may be able to help prevent dandruff by eating a diet with plenty of zinc, B vitamins, and healthy fats. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Types of Dandruff? | Childhood dandruff
About 42% of infants will get seborrheic dermatitis on their scalp, face, and in their diaper area. When they get it on their scalp, it's called cradle cap. This tends to happen in their first three months of life. It most commonly looks like red-yellow plaques with thick, greasy scales.
Children g... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Symptoms of Dandruff? | The symptoms of dandruff include:
• Off-white or yellow flakes of skin on your scalp. You may notice them mixed in with your hair or falling to your neck and shoulders when you scratch or run your hands through your hair.
• Itchy skin, especially on your scalp, but it may spread to parts of your face, as well.
• Fla... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Dandruff vs. Lice? | Both dandruff andlicecan cause an itchy head and white stuff in your hair, but they are two completely different conditions. Dandruff is a skin reaction to irritants on your scalp. Lice are parasitic insects that live in your hair and feed on your blood.
Lice cause itching because when they bite you to feed, they rele... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are How to Get Rid of Dandruff? | If your dandruff is mild, you may just need to change your shampoo or how often you wash your hair. If that doesn't help, over-the-counter dandruff shampoo is usually enough to help control it.
Dandruff shampoos
They come in several types, each with different medicines. You may need to try several to see which works ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Home Remedies for Dandruff? | If you'd like to try some home remedies before a medicated shampoo, you probably have a few things around your house that can help ease your symptoms, such as:
• Aspirin. Aspirin containssalicylic acid, which can help prevent your skin from flaking. Crush twoaspirintablets and mix into your regular shampoo. Lather up ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Dandruff Complications? | Dandruff can be annoying, but it's not harmful. The main complication of dandruff is a potential bacterial infection. Dandruff can be itchy, and you may open your skin when you scratch. You may get an infection when bacteria on your scalp gets into your scratches.
Does dandruff cause hair loss?
No, dandruff itself do... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are How to Prevent Dandruff? | It's challenging to prevent dandruff because it probably has several causes that work together. However, here are some strategies that may help prevent it:
• Avoid scratching your scalp. This can help prevent the cycle of irritation and inflammation that leads to dandruff or makes it worse.
• Find the right shampoo a... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Dandruff When to See a Doctor? | Go see your doctor if:
• Your dandruff doesn't go away after you've used over-the-counter dandruff shampoos for a couple of months.
• The itching and flaking get worse over time.
• Your scalp is red or swollen.
• The itching and flaking have spread to areas other than your scalp. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Dandruff Takeaways? | Dandruff is a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis that happens just on your head. It causes the skin on your scalp to flake and itch, and it may spread toyour hairline, eyebrows, and behind your ears. One of the main contributors is the overgrowth of a type of yeast on your scalp. Most cases are mild and can be managed ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Dandruff FAQs? | How do I get rid of dandruff permanently?
You probably can't get rid of dandruff permanently because you can't control all of the contributing factors. But you can manage it by using an over-the-counter dandruff shampoo according to the instructions on the bottle. This will help reduce the flaking and itchiness. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Dengue Fever? | Dengue (pronounced DEN-gee) fever is a mosquito-borne disease caused by any one of four closely related dengue viruses. You get dengue fever through the bite of an aedes mosquito infected with a dengue virus. The mosquito becomes infected when it bites a person with dengue virus in theirblood. It can’t be spread direct... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Strains of Dengue Fever? | Dengue viruses come in four types, which doctors call serotypes:
• DENV-1
• DENV-2
• DENV-3
• DENV-4
All four serotypes are similar. They spread in the same parts of the world and cause the same symptoms. But each virus reacts differently to antibodies — proteins your immune system makes to protect you against ger... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Dengue Fever vs. Malaria? | Malaria is another disease that spreads through the bite of infected mosquitoes in tropical countries. A different type of mosquito carries each disease. Aedes mosquitoes spread the virus that causes dengue fever. Female anopheles mosquitoes carry the parasite that transmits malaria.
Both infections cause a high fever... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Symptoms of Dengue Fever? | Symptoms, which usually begin 4-10 days after infection, may include:
• High fever
• Headache
• Pain behind theeyes
• Joint, bone, andmuscle pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Skin rash
Sometimes, symptoms are mild and easy to mistake for those of the flu or anotherviral infection. Younger children and people who have ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Diagnosing Dengue Fever? | Doctors can diagnose dengue infection with a blood test to check for the virus or antibodies to it. If you become sick after traveling to a tropical area, inform your doctor. Tests can show whether a dengue infection caused your symptoms.
Dengue fever tests
A few tests can help your doctor diagnose dengue fever, such... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Treatment for Dengue Fever? | There is no specific medicine to treat dengue infection. If you think you may have dengue fever, take pain relievers such asacetaminophen(Tylenol). Avoid nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin andibuprofen(Advil, Motrin), which could worsen bleeding. Rest and drink plenty of fluids to prevent deh... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Preventing Dengue Fever? | The best way to prevent the disease is to avoid bites from infected mosquitoes, especially if you are living in or traveling to a tropical area. This involves protecting yourself and making efforts to keep the mosquito population down.
To protect yourself:
• Use mosquito repellents, even indoors.
• When outdoors, we... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Dengue Fever Complications? | Severe dengue fever can cause complications such as:
• Bleeding inside the body
• Damage to organs such as the heart and liver
• Very low blood pressure
• Breathing problems
• Seizures
• Brain inflammation
• Swelling of the testicles or ovaries
The infection can be life-threatening if you don’t treat it. If you... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Dengue Fever Immunity? | After an infection with one serotype of dengue fever, you’ll have lifelong immunity to the virus. That means you can never get sick from that type of dengue again. You’ll also be immune against the other three serotypes, but only temporarily. After a few months, you can get an infection with any of the other three type... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Dandy Fever Takeaways? | Dengue fever is a viral illness that mosquitoes spread in tropical areas of the world. The virus causes symptoms such as a high fever and painful headaches. Dengue fever is often mild and manageable at home with rest, pain relievers, and extra fluids. Severe cases may need treatment in a hospital. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is the DASH Diet? | If you're diagnosed with high blood pressure, orhypertension, one of the steps your doctor may recommend is to start using the DASH diet. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Does the DASH Diet Work? | Studies over the past few decades have shown that the DASH diet lowersblood pressure levelsfor many people. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can you lose weight on a DASH diet? | Many people do lose some weight when they switch to the DASH diet. This is likely due to the smaller portions and lower amounts of sugar, fats, and salt in the recommended foods. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How does a dash diet effectively reduce blood sodium levels and blood pressure? | The DASH diet reduces blood sodium levels and blood pressure because it involves eating a combination of foods that are heart-healthy rather than just adding or eliminating a few foods. The hearty-healthy foods increase minerals such aspotassium, calcium, and magnesium while lowering how much fat, sugar, and salt you t... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are DASH Diet Food List? | It can be tough to remember what foods are in a recommended diet, but the DASH diet is one that doesn’t take much thought once you’ve got the basics down. Here are some of the most common foods in a DASH diet:
Vegetables
• Spinach
• Summer squash
• Bell peppers
• Broccoli
• Carrots
• Cucumber
• Tomatoes
• Cele... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Starting the DASH Diet? | The DASH diet calls for a certain number of servings daily from various food groups. The number of servings you require may vary, depending on how many calories you need per day.
Start gradually
It can be challenging to change your diet drastically -- all at once. You don’t have to do this with the DASH diet. You can... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Staying on the DASH Diet? | The DASH diet suggests getting:
• Grains: 7-8 daily servings
• Vegetables: 4-5 daily servings
• Fruits: 4-5 daily servings
• Low-fat or fat-free dairy products: 2-3 daily servings
• Meat, poultry, and fish: 6 servings or less daily (1 serving equals 1 ounce of cooked meat, poultry, or fish, or one egg)
• Nuts, se... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are DASH Diet Takeaways? | The DASH diet is not a strict diet that forbids you from eating certain foods. Instead, it encourages you to eat healthier options, allowing room for some of the less healthy foods once in a while. The DASH diet has been proven to help lower blood pressure levels in many people and may also help inweight loss. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are DASH Diet FAQs? | Can you lose weight on a DASH diet?
Many people do lose some weight when they switch to the DASH diet. This is likely due to the smaller portions and lower amounts of sugar, fats, and salt in the recommended foods.
How does a dash diet effectively reduce blood sodium levels and blood pressure?
The DASH diet reduces ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deafness: What Is Hearing Loss? | Hearing loss is the condition that results when any part of your ear isn’t working the way it should. It’s the third most common health problem in the U.S, and it can affect the quality of your life and relationships. About 48 million Americans have lost some hearing. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deafness Hearing Loss Symptoms? | In many cases, hearing fades so slowly you don't notice it. You may think people are mumbling more, your spouse needs to speak up, or you need a better phone. As long as some sound still comes in, you could assume your hearing is fine. But you may become more and more cut off from the world of speech and sounds.
Docto... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deafness Hearing Loss Causes? | Your ear has three main areas that play a part in hearing. Sound waves go through your:
• Outer earwhere they cause vibrations in your eardrum.
• Middle ear, which gets the vibrations next. They’re boosted by three small bones.
• Inner ear, which houses the cochlea, a snail-shaped fluid-filled structure. It has tiny... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deafness Hearing Loss Diagnosis? | To figure out how much of your hearing you’ve lost, your doctor can do the following tests:
• Physical examto look in your ear for earwax buildup, infection, or structural problems.
• General screening teststhat involve covering one ear at a time to see how well you hear spoken words at different volumes.
• Tuning f... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deafness Hearing Loss Treatments? | How you’re treated depends on the type and source of your hearing loss. Prompt medical treatment for sudden hearing loss may raise your chance of recovery.
• Surgerymay reverse hearing loss caused by otosclerosis, scar tissue, or infection, while Ménière's disease is sometimes treatable with medication and a different... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deafness Hearing Loss Complications? | Not being able to hear the world around you can affect your quality of life. It can cause feelings ofdepressionand isolation, especially in older adults. Over time, you can start to have problems with your mental function. Studies that look at treating hearing loss show that as your hearing gets better, so does your br... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deafness Living With Hearing Loss? | For starters, set up your home so your rooms are well lit and places to sit face each other. When people talk, watch their mouths move as well as their facial expressions.
Remove sources of background noise you don’t need. For instance, turn off the TV when no one's watching it.
Let people know what they can do to he... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deafness Hearing Loss Prevention? | Hearing loss is often permanent, so do what you can to protect one of your most valuable natural assets.
Wear earplugs when you're around sounds as loud or louder than traffic. Lawn mowers, power sanders, vacuums, and most concerts are all loud enough to harm unprotected ears. When possible, move away from the source ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Decubitis Ulcers: What Are Pressure Sores? | You may know pressure sores by their more common name: bedsores. Also sometimes called pressure ulcers, they happen when you lie or sit in one position too long and the weight of your body against the surface of the bed or chair cuts off blood supply. You might get them if you're on bed rest or in a wheelchair. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Decubitis Ulcers: How do you get rid of pressure sores? | How you treat a pressure sore depends on its severity. Generally, you'll need to avoid putting pressure on that area and clean it regularly. More serious bedsores might needantibiotics(if they're infected) or surgery. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Decubitis Ulcers: What does a stage I pressure sore look like? | During this early stage, your skin in the area of the sore may be red. It may also feel different to the touch than the rest of your skin—firmer or softer, or cooler or warmer. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Decubitis Ulcers: What does a stage II pressure sore look like? | These pressure sores might causebroken skin, blistering, and pus. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is Decubitis Ulcers the cause of pressure sores? | Pressure sores develop when an area of your skin experiences pressure, rubbing, or stretching for a long period. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Decubitis Ulcers Pressure Sores Causes? | Pressure sores happen when your skin is pressed against a surface (like a mattress or a cushion) for a long period. This makes it hard for blood flow to reach that area of skin. As a result, skin cells begin to die, and the area becomes sensitive. Pressure sores can show up in a few days or even just a few hours. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Decubitis Ulcers Pressure Sores Risk Factors? | Some people are more likely to get pressure sores than others. Things that can raise your risk of pressure sores include:
• Immobility.This is when you have difficulty moving. You might spend a lot of time in a position that puts pressure on a certain body part.
• Incontinence.This is when you can't control yourbladd... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Decubitis Ulcers Pressure Sores Stages and Symptoms? | There are four stages of pressure sores from mild to severe:
Stage I
This is the mildest stage. These pressure sores only affect the upper layer of your skin.
Symptoms:Pain, burning, or itching are common symptoms. The spot may also feel different from the surrounding skin: firmer or softer, warmer or cooler.
You m... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Decubitis Ulcers Pressure Sores Diagnosis? | To diagnose a pressure sore, your doctor will examine your skin. They might ask questions like:
• When did the sore appear?
• Does it hurt?
• How often do you change positions?
• Have you ever had a pressure sore before?
Your doctor will consider your symptoms. Then they'll determine whether you have a pressure so... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Decubitis Ulcers Pressure Sores Complications? | When left untreated, pressure sores can lead to other problems such as:
Skin infections.Open wounds can let bacteria in and lead to bacterial infections likecellulitisor septicemia. You might notice the area becoming warm, swollen, and inflamed.
Sepsis.If left untreated, infections can lead to sepsis, when your body ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Decubitis Ulcers Pressure Sores Treatment? | How you treat a pressure sore depends on what stage it's in.
Stage I
The first and most important thing to do with any pressure sore is to stop the pressure. Change your position or use foam pads, pillows, or mattresses.
If you spend a lot of time in bed, try to move at least once every 2 hours. If you're sitting, m... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Decubitis Ulcers Pressure Sores Prevention? | There are some easy ways to prevent pressure sores. The most important one is to regularly change positions. Here are some tips:
Reposition yourself often.Move around every 15 minutes (if you're in a wheelchair) or every hour (if you're in bed). Don't be afraid to ask for help. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Decubitis Ulcers Pressure Sores Prognosis? | How quickly bedsores heal depends on how serious they are. In general, healing can take a few weeks or months. Usually, bedsores get better after treatment and don't cause any long-term problems, although your skin might be a little weaker in that area. But some severe sores might need surgery. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Decubitis Ulcers Takeaways? | Bedsores form when you lie or sit in one position for a long time. They can be mild to severe, depending on how long you've had them. To avoid them, change positions often (you might need someone to help you). Talk with your doctor about preventing and treating infected sores. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Decubitis Ulcers Pressure Sores FAQs? | How do you get rid of pressure sores?
How you treat a pressure sore depends on its severity. Generally, you'll need to avoid putting pressure on that area and clean it regularly. More serious bedsores might needantibiotics(if they're infected) or surgery.
What does a stage I pressure sore look like?
During this earl... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Could I Get Deep Vein Thrombosis? | DVT is tough to spot. That’s why it’s a good idea to know what puts you at risk so you can avoid getting it. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Who Gets DVT? By Sex, Age, Race, and Ethnicity | The American Heart Association says that combined, DVT and PE affect between 300,000 to 600,000 people in the U.S. yearly. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): What Is the D-Dimer Test? | A D-dimer test is a blood test that can be used to help rule out the presence of a serious blood clot. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): What Is a Doppler Ultrasound? | A Doppler ultrasound is one of the main ways to test for DVT, a condition where clots form in veins deep in your body. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): What Is a Venogram? | Venograms help to detect issues in your veins and can show where you may have clotting or clogging. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): How Do Blood Clots Dissolve? | If a clot forms when it’s not supposed to, you might need a little help to make that happen. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): What Happens After a DVT? | Most people are fully healed from a DVT within a few weeks or months. You might be worried if it will happen again. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): How Does DVT Treatment Progress? | Your treatment may evolve over time depending on the severity of your DVT and your risk factors for getting another one. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Top Search Terms for DVT? | • Blood Clot in Leg
• Compression Socks
• Blood Clot
• Types of Blood Clots
• Doppler Ultrasound
• D-Dimer Test
• Factor V Leiden
• Thrombophlebitis | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deerfly Fever: What Is Tularemia? | Tularemiais a rare infectious disease that can be transmitted from soil and animals to people and other animals. It can usually be treated with antibiotics, but some cases can be serious. Learn more about this infection and how to protect yourself. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deerfly Fever: What Is Tularemia? | Tularemiais a rare infectious disease that can be transmitted from soil and animals to people and other animals. It can usually be treated with antibiotics, but some cases can be serious. Learn more about this infection and how to protect yourself. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deerfly Fever: What Causes Tularemia? | People can become sick with tularemia, but it’s not a disease that naturally occurs in humans. It often affects rabbits and other animals, including rodents, sheep, and birds. House pets, such as dogs and cats, can get tularemia too.They can transmit it to other animals and humans. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deerfly Fever: Who’s at Risk? | Tularemia is rare, but some people may be at a higher risk compared with others. There are less than 300 cases reported each year in the U.S. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deerfly Fever: Can tularemia be fatal? | Yes, but it’s rare to die from it. Prompt treatment can give you the best outcome. Less than 1% of cases of tularemia are fatal when people treat the infection quickly with antibiotics. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deerfly Fever: How long after exposure does it take for symptoms to show up? | It takes three to five days for symptoms to show up, though some people don’t experience symptoms for up to two weeks of exposure to the bacteria. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deerfly Fever: Is tularemia a tick-borne disease? | Yes. It lives in animals but can also be in ticks. It can infect people who are bitten by an insect. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Deerfly Fever: Can I catch tularemia from my dog? | Yes. Your dog can give it to you via its saliva if it has been near a rabbit or other animal with the infection. Dogs can get it the same way people do. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deerfly Fever Tularemia Symptoms? | If you do become sick after being exposed toFrancisella tularensis, you’re likely to start having symptoms within three to five days, but it can take up to 2 weeks.
There are different types of tularemia, each with its own specific symptoms. “The signs and symptoms of tularemia vary depending on how the bacteria enter... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deerfly Fever How It's Diagnosed? | “Tularemia can be difficult to diagnose. It is a rare disease and the symptoms can be mistaken for other, more common illnesses,” Hinckley says.
Your doctor may conduct a variety of tests to confirm the presence of bacteria.
Tests to diagnose tularemia include:
• Blood tests. A test may be normal at first becauseF. ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deerfly Fever Tularemia Treatment? | Treatment usually involvesantibiotics, either injected into your body or taken bymouth. Antibiotics such as azithromycin, ciprofloxacin, doxycycline, gentamicin, levofloxacin, and streptomycin can be used to treat the infection. Tularemia is curable.
If you have complications such as pneumonia ormeningitis, you’ll als... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deerfly Fever Prevention? | You can protect yourself from tularemia by:
• Not touching wild animals with your bare hands
• Avoiding sick or dead animals
• Wearing clothing that covers exposed skin (tight at the wrists andankles)
• Using insect repellents
• Treating animals with tick repellent
• Removingticksfrom animals promptly
• Watching... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deerfly Fever Takeaways? | Tularemia is a rare bacterial infection that occurs naturally in animals but can also affect humans.
It most often occurs in animals such as rabbits, squirrels, and rodents. Ticks and flies can also spread it to humans and other animals.
If you believe you may have tularemia, seek treatment immediately. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Deerfly Fever Tularemia FAQs? | Can tularemia be fatal?
Yes, but it’s rare to die from it. Prompt treatment can give you the best outcome. Less than 1% of cases of tularemia are fatal when people treat the infection quickly with antibiotics.
How long after exposure does it take for symptoms to show up?
It takes three to five days for symptoms to s... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Degenerative Chorea: What Is It? | Huntington’s disease (HD) is a hereditary disorder that causes nerve cells in the brain to break down. Over time, this causes motor skills and thinking abilities (cognition) to decline and increases your risk for mood disorders such as depression and anxiety. Huntington’s can begin at any time, from childhood to much l... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Degenerative Chorea: What Is Huntington’s Disease? | Huntington’s disease (HD) is a hereditary disorder that causes nerve cells in the brain to break down. Over time, this causes motor skills and thinking abilities (cognition) to decline and increases your risk for mood disorders such as depression and anxiety. Huntington’s can begin at any time, from childhood to much l... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Degenerative Chorea: What Causes Huntington’s Disease? | In 1993, researchers found the gene that causes Huntington’s. Everyone has the HD gene, but in some families, a mutated (abnormal) copy of the gene gets passed from parent to children. If you have a parent with Huntington's disease, you have a 50% chance of having the gene and developing the disease. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Degenerative Chorea: s disease dominant or recessive? | Humans (and other animals that reproduce sexually) receive two copies of the same gene, one from each parent. A dominant gene is just what it sounds like: When the two genes (one from each parent) come together, the dominant gene is in charge. So, you only have to have one parent with the gene to inherit the trait or c... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Degenerative Chorea: s disease? | There can be different early signs that affect how you think, move, or feel emotionally. Some of these include chorea (jerky movements of your face, hands, or feet), difficulty multitasking, memory issues, depression, anxiety, and repetitive thoughts or worries. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Degenerative Chorea: s disease fatal? | Yes, there is currently no cure for Huntington’s Disease, but there is a lot of research — and some progress — happening to find one. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | s chorea? | Jerky movements in your face, hands, or feet are referred to as Huntington’s chorea. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Degenerative Chorea: s disease? | There is currently no cure, but researchers are looking for ways to modify or change the HD gene. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Degenerative Chorea Huntington’s Disease Symptoms? | The symptoms of Huntington’s disease affect three general areas: motor skills, cognitive function, and behavior. Clinicians call this the HD symptom triad, “and most patients will experience symptoms in all three,” says Victor Sung, MD, professor of neurology and director of the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s HD... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Degenerative Chorea Diagnosing Huntington’s Disease? | Early diagnosis will help maintain your quality of life for longer. It may also make you eligible to participate in the many clinical trials. The way to get the earliest diagnosis is to get genetic testing to see if you have the HD gene.
If you see a provider about symptoms you are noticing, they will ask questions ab... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Degenerative Chorea Huntington’s Disease and Genetic Testing? | Only about 10% of patients with a family history of Huntington’s Disease choose to get genetic testing. There can be lots of reasons why, including fears of insurance or employment discrimination. That is why Sung recommends meeting with a genetic counselor skilled in Huntington’s disease who can address your concerns ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Degenerative Chorea Huntington’s Disease Life Expectancy? | Research into treatments that may cure Huntington’s disease is going on. But until a cure is discovered, the life expectancy of a person with Huntington’s disease “ranges from 10 to 30 years from diagnosis,” says Erin Furr Stimming, MD, professor and the Director of the HDSA Center of Excellence at UTHealth Houston. “B... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Degenerative Chorea Treatments for Huntington’s Disease? | Though there isn’t a cure for Huntington’s, there has been a lot of research in recent years that is very promising. “The HD clinical trial landscape is quite exciting,” says Furr Stimming. “I share the highlights of what we are finding with my patients, so that they leave our clinic recognizing that there is absolutel... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Degenerative Chorea Questions for Your Doctor About Huntington's Disease? | If you have a family history of Huntington’s disease and are considering getting a genetic screening, here are a few questions you may want to ask your doctor:
• How will Huntington’s affect my life?
• How long would it take for the first symptoms to show up?
• How long does it take for the disease to get worse?
• ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Degenerative Chorea Huntington’s Disease Support? | If you’ve been diagnosed with Huntington’s disease, your doctor will be the main person in your care team. It’s important to keep a clear, open, and honest line of communication with your primary care doctor to ensure they can get you the very best treatment. They can help you pick a neurologist with experience in trea... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Degenerative Chorea Caring for Your Emotional and Mental Health? | Caring for your emotional and psychological needs is as important as managing the physical symptoms ofHuntington’s disease. About 40% of people with the condition have feelings of depression at some point after their diagnosis. Many people living with Huntington’s also have othermental healthsymptoms, including mania, ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Degenerative Chorea Takeaways? | Researchers are studying new therapies for Huntington’s disease, and there are clinical trials underway looking for a cure. Early diagnosis can help control symptoms and maintain your quality of life for longer. It's important to find a team that specializes in Huntington’s and includes different kinds of providers who... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Degenerative Chorea Huntington’s Disease FAQs? | What is the first sign of Huntington’s disease?
There can be different early signs that affect how you think, move, or feel emotionally. Some of these include chorea (jerky movements of your face, hands, or feet), difficulty multitasking, memory issues, depression, anxiety, and repetitive thoughts or worries.
Is Hunt... | local_scraped |
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