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<|user|> How can quitting smoking help treat your psoriasis? </s> <|assistant|> You can add psoriasis to the long list of health problems this habit makes worse. In one study, people who smoked more than a pack a day were twice as likely to have a serious case as those who smoked half a pack or less. The effects were e...
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<|user|> Can smoking make psoriasis worse? </s> <|assistant|> You can add psoriasis to the long list of health problems this habit makes worse. In one study, people who smoked more than a pack a day were twice as likely to have a serious case as those who smoked half a pack or less. The effects were even stronger in wo...
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<|user|> How should I bathe if I have psoriasis? </s> <|assistant|> Baths and showers can dry your skin. To keep that from happening: Make sure the water's not too hot. Lukewarm is best. Add non-fragrance salts or oil or finely ground oatmeal to bathwater after you've soaked for a minute. Plain water can suck moisture ...
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<|user|> How can I keep psoriasis from affecting my emotional health? </s> <|assistant|> Don't let your condition affect your self-esteem. Ask for help if you find it's taking a toll on you. Talk to a therapist such as a psychologist or social worker or join a support group. Time with other people who understand what y...
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<|user|> How should you tend to your mental health to help with psoriasis? </s> <|assistant|> Don't let your condition affect your self-esteem. Ask for help if you find it's taking a toll on you. Talk to a therapist such as a psychologist or social worker or join a support group. Time with other people who understand w...
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<|user|> How should you keep your skin moist to treat psoriasis? </s> <|assistant|> Medicines work best, but you can do things to treat your psoriasis without a prescription. After putting on thick lotions or creams, seal in the moisture with ointments like petroleum jelly, shortening, or olive oil. Sweat mixed with th...
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<|user|> Should I drink at all if I have psoriasis? </s> <|assistant|> Limit how much sun you get. Psoriasis is more common in people who drink heavily. Alcohol may affect men's psoriasis more than women's. Women should have no more than one drink a day, and men should stop at two.
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<|user|> How should you get some sun to take care of your psoriasis? </s> <|assistant|> But stick with it. Use a sunscreen that contains zinc oxide and has an SPF of 30 or higher on areas that don't have psoriasis. Limit how much sun you get. Twenty minutes a day 3 days a week is a good start. Talk to your doctor first...
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<|user|> Can sunlight help with psoriasis? </s> <|assistant|> But stick with it. Use a sunscreen that contains zinc oxide and has an SPF of 30 or higher on areas that don't have psoriasis. Limit how much sun you get. Twenty minutes a day 3 days a week is a good start. Talk to your doctor first, though.
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<|user|> What is an angina or chest pain? </s> <|assistant|> Angina -- or chest pain -- occurs because the heart is not receiving enough oxygen. The pain is usually in the chest and may also be felt in the shoulder, arm, or jaw. Not all chest pain is angina and it may be difficult to determine the cause of chest pain.
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<|user|> What should I do if I feel chest pains at home? </s> <|assistant|> Stop doing whatever it is that causes your symptoms, remain calm, and call 911. Immediate help and intervention is your best chance for survival if you are having a heart attack or other serious problem. Lie down in a comfortable position with ...
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<|user|> How can an injury cause keratitis? </s> <|assistant|> Light may hurt your eyes, and you also may have: Blurry vision Lots of tears or a discharge Swelling Several things can lead to keratitis: Injury: Most of the time, keratitis comes from damage to your cornea. You might have been poked in the eye or scratche...
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<|user|> What are some other causes of keratitis? </s> <|assistant|> Other causes: A lack of vitamin A, some illnesses that involve a problem with your immune system, and diseases that cause very dry eyes can lead to keratitis.
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<|user|> How do doctors treat keratitis? </s> <|assistant|> If your keratitis is caused by an injury, it usually clears up on its own as your eye heals. You may get an antibiotic ointment to help with symptoms and prevent infection. Infections are treated with prescription eye drops and sometimes antibiotics or antivir...
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<|user|> How can a fungus cause keratitis? </s> <|assistant|> Fungus: It's also very rare to get a fungal infection in your eye. It usually comes from being scratched in the eye by a branch or from contaminated contacts. Eye surgery also can cause this.
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<|user|> What is keratitis? </s> <|assistant|> Doctors sometimes use the term "corneal ulcer." It's usually caused by an injury or infection. See your doctor right away if you have a problem with your eyes. Keratitis can become serious quickly. The first sign of keratitis is usually eye pain and redness.
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<|user|> How can a parasite cause keratitis? </s> <|assistant|> Parasite: Acanthamoeba is a microorganism that lives just about everywhere -- in the air, soil, and bodies of water. It's even found in tap water. It's harmless most of the time. But it can cause an eye infection, especially if you wear contacts. It's very...
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<|user|> How can a bacterial infection cause keratitis? </s> <|assistant|> Bacterial infection: This happens less often, but it can be a problem for people who wear contact lenses. Bacteria can grow on your contacts or contact case if you don't clean and store them properly. Extended-wear lenses, the kind you sleep in ...
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<|user|> How can a viral infection cause keratitis? </s> <|assistant|> Viral infection: This is usually herpes simplex, the chicken pox virus, or the common cold. If you're sick, be careful about touching your eyes and keep your hands clean.
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<|user|> How is keratitis diagnosed? </s> <|assistant|> See your doctor right away if you have a problem with your eyes. She also may swab under your eyelid to get a sample to test for infection. Don't wear your contacts until you find out what's wrong.
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<|user|> What are the symptoms of keratitis? </s> <|assistant|> Keratitis is painful inflammation of your cornea -- the clear covering over the pupil and colored part of your eye. Your eye may burn or feel irritated, like you have something in it. You may not even be able to open it. Light may hurt your eyes, and you a...
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<|user|> What are the side effects of radiation for bronchial adenoma? </s> <|assistant|> Radiation can cause side effects such as: Fatigue Skin redness in the area where you got treatment Sore throat and mouth Cough Shortness of breath These problems should go away once you stop the treatment.
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<|user|> What are the symptoms of carcinoid tumors related to bronchial adenoma? </s> <|assistant|> Carcinoid tumor symptoms include: Cough, sometimes with blood Wheezing Shortness of breath Chest pain Flushing of the face Infections such as pneumonia Adenoid cystic carcinoma symptoms include: Lump on the roof of the m...
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<|user|> How is targeted therapy used to treat bronchial adenoma? </s> <|assistant|> These treatments look for proteins or genes that are unique to your cancer, and that help it grow. Then it targets those substances to stop the cancer from spreading.
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<|user|> What are the different types of bronchial adenoma? </s> <|assistant|> These include: Carcinoid tumors affect hormone-producing cells and nerve cells. They can form in the lungs, or in the stomach and intestines. Adenoid cystic carcinoma usually starts in the salivary glands in the mouth and throat. It also can...
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<|user|> What are the symptoms of adenoid cystic carcinoma? </s> <|assistant|> Carcinoid tumor symptoms include: Cough, sometimes with blood Wheezing Shortness of breath Chest pain Flushing of the face Infections such as pneumonia Adenoid cystic carcinoma symptoms include: Lump on the roof of the mouth, under the tongu...
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<|user|> How is a bronchial adenoma diagnosed? </s> <|assistant|> Carcinoid tumor symptoms include: Cough, sometimes with blood Wheezing Shortness of breath Chest pain Flushing of the face Infections such as pneumonia Adenoid cystic carcinoma symptoms include: Lump on the roof of the mouth, under the tongue, or in the ...
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<|user|> Are there symptoms of bronchial adenoma? </s> <|assistant|> You may not have any symptoms at first, because carcinoid tumors and some other types of bronchial adenomas grow slowly. Which kinds of symptoms you eventually get depends on where the cancer is located.
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<|user|> How is radiation used to treat bronchial adenoma? </s> <|assistant|> This treatment uses high-energy X-rays to kill cancer cells. It can relieve symptoms and help you feel better. You also can get it after surgery to kill any cancer cells left behind.
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<|user|> What are possible side effects of chemotherapy used to treat bronchial adenoma? </s> <|assistant|> Possible side effects from chemo include: Fatigue Nausea and vomiting Hair loss Loss of appetite Diarrhea Increased risk of infection Immunotherapy.
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<|user|> What does your treatment for bronchial adenoma depend on? </s> <|assistant|> Which treatment you get depends on your: Type and stage of cancer Age Health Preferences Options include: Surgery.
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<|user|> What are the symptoms of a bronchial adenoma? </s> <|assistant|> You may not have any symptoms at first, because carcinoid tumors and some other types of bronchial adenomas grow slowly. Which kinds of symptoms you eventually get depends on where the cancer is located.
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<|user|> What are the side effects of chemotherapy for bronchial adenoma? </s> <|assistant|> Possible side effects from chemo include: Fatigue Nausea and vomiting Hair loss Loss of appetite Diarrhea Increased risk of infection Immunotherapy.
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<|user|> Where can you get support for your bronchial adenoma? </s> <|assistant|> Treatment for bronchial adenoma can be stressful. It's important to talk openly about your feelings with your doctors, nurses, and the other members of your treatment team. A therapist, psychologist, or counselor can help you get through ...
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<|user|> What is a bronchial adenoma? </s> <|assistant|> Although the word "adenoma" means a noncancerous tumor, most bronchial adenomas are cancer and can spread to other parts of the body. Yet they often grow slowly and are treatable, so if you have one, keep in mind that they have a good outlook. Adenoid cystic carc...
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<|user|> What should you expect from treatment of bronchial adenoma? </s> <|assistant|> You may get a liquid to drink, or into a vein before the test. This means your doctors can't find any cancer left in your body and you have no symptoms. Bronchial adenomas can come back even after they are treated. This is called a ...
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<|user|> What is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy? </s> <|assistant|> In the other types, the muscular left ventricle becomes very thick. High blood pressure may cause your left ventricle to enlarge (a type known as hypertrophy). The thickening (which doctors call hypertrophic cardiomyopathy) can also be inherited.
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<|user|> How does an echocardiogram help diagnose an enlarged heart? </s> <|assistant|> An ultrasound of your heart -- you may hear it called an echocardiogram -- is the best way to diagnose it. There's no pain or risk from it. It measures the heart's: Size Muscle thickness Pumping function In some cases, it can help y...
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<|user|> What is dilated cardiomyopathy? </s> <|assistant|> Dilated cardiomyopathy is the main type of enlarged heart. The walls of both sides (also known as ventricles) become thin and stretched. This enlarges your heart.
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<|user|> What causes an enlarged heart? </s> <|assistant|> But it's usually the result of high blood pressure or coronary artery disease. Most often, an enlarged heart causes no symptoms.
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<|user|> What are the symptoms of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)? </s> <|assistant|> Guillain- Barre syndrome strikes quickly. You usually feel it first in your arms and legs. You may notice muscle weakness or a “pins and needles” tingling in your hands and feet, which later moves toward your midsection. You may als...
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<|user|> What causes Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)? </s> <|assistant|> No one's sure if a germ or virus, like the Zika virus, causes GBS . It could be that some illnesses alter your nerve cells, so your immune system starts to view them as threats. Others think your immune system forgets which cells it shouldn't attack...
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<|user|> What are the treatments for Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)? </s> <|assistant|> In some cases, in order to speed recovery, the doctor will take blood from your body, “clean” it, and then return it to you. This process is called plasmapheresis. Your doctor may give you immunoglobulin, or antibodies. You'll ge...
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<|user|> What is Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)? </s> <|assistant|> It can cause muscle weakness, reflex loss, and numbness or tingling in parts of your body. It can lead to paralysis, which is usually temporary. !s_sensitive, Most people recover, even those with severe cases. In fact, 85% of people with GBS make a full...
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<|user|> How long is the recovery period for Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS)? </s> <|assistant|> You usually feel it first in your arms and legs. It may take a while for you to feel like yourself again. After a hospital stay, you may still feel weak and need a wheelchair or walker to get around. You may have physical the...
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<|user|> What type of breathing problem is kussmaul breathing? </s> <|assistant|> This pattern of fast, deep breaths sometimes happens in people who have a problem related to diabetes known as diabetic ketoacidosis. When you have diabetes, your body doesn't use sugar for energy the way it should. Instead, it burns stor...
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<|user|> What type of breathing problem is bradypnea? </s> <|assistant|> This is when you feel “short of breath,” like your body can't get enough air. Bradypnea can be a sign of a condition that affects your metabolism or another problem, like sleep apnea, carbon monoxide poisoning, or a drug overdose. It means you...
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<|user|> How can you tell if you have reached a healthy weight? </s> <|assistant|> Yet stepping on your bathroom scale alone won't tell you if you're at a healthy weight, since it doesn't take your height into account. At 150 pounds, you're overweight if you measure 5 feet 2 inches tall, but just right if you're 6 feet...
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<|user|> What does it mean when your doctor tells you to 'eat more whole grains'? </s> <|assistant|> What It Means: When doctors talk about "whole grains," they mean grains that haven't been refined. The grains in white bread and white rice have had their nutrient-dense outer layers removed. What's left behind is mainl...
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<|user|> How many servings of whole grains should you eat in a day? </s> <|assistant|> Ideally, you want to eat at least 3 ounces of whole grains daily. One slice of whole-grain bread or 1/2 cup of cooked brown rice counts as an ounce. To spot whole grains when you shop, look for "100% whole grains" on the food's label...
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<|user|> How do your blood sugar levels change as you eat? </s> <|assistant|> Then it dips a few hours later as insulin moves glucose into your cells. Between meals, your blood sugar should be less than 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dl). This is called your fasting blood sugar level.
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<|user|> What goes wrong in the body with type 1 and type 2 diabetes? </s> <|assistant|> There are two types of diabetes: In type 1 diabetes, your body doesn't have enough insulin. The immune system attacks and destroys cells of the pancreas, where insulin is made. In type 2 diabetes, the cells don't respond to insulin...
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<|user|> What are the two types of diabetes? </s> <|assistant|> There are two types of diabetes: In type 1 diabetes, your body doesn't have enough insulin. The immune system attacks and destroys cells of the pancreas, where insulin is made. In type 2 diabetes, the cells don't respond to insulin like they should. So the...
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<|user|> How does the body make glucose? </s> <|assistant|> It mainly comes from foods rich in carbohydrates, like bread, potatoes, and fruit. As you eat, food travels down your esophagus to your stomach. There, acids and enzymes break it down into tiny pieces. During that process, glucose is released. It goes into you...
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<|user|> Why is too much glucose in the bloodstream bad? </s> <|assistant|> Too much glucose in your bloodstream for a long period of time can damage the vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood to your organs. High blood sugar can increase your risk for: Heart disease, heart attack, and stroke Kidney disease Nerve damage ...
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<|user|> How does your blood glucose level drop and how does it store glucose? </s> <|assistant|> After you haven't eaten for a few hours, your blood glucose level drops. Your pancreas stops churning out insulin. Alpha cells in the pancreas begin to produce a different hormone called glucagon. It signals the liver to b...
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<|user|> How does your body use glucose? </s> <|assistant|> From there, it passes into your bloodstream. Insulin acts like a key, unlocking muscle, fat, and liver cells so glucose can get inside them. Most of the cells in your body use glucose along with amino acids (the building blocks of protein) and fats for energy....
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<|user|> What is glucose? </s> <|assistant|> As it travels through your bloodstream to your cells, it's called blood glucose or blood sugar. Insulin is a hormone that moves glucose from your blood into the cells for energy and storage. Your blood sugar level normally rises after you eat.
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<|user|> How does autologous (AUTO) stem cell transplant work to treat cancer? </s> <|assistant|> In an autologous ( AUTO) transplant, doctors take healthy stem cells from your bone marrow or blood. They're frozen and carefully stored. Since they're outside your body, they aren't harmed during the chemotherapy or radia...
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<|user|> How can stem cell treatments for cancer be harder for older patients? </s> <|assistant|> Still, if you're older, it can be harder for you to manage side effects. Also, it's more likely you'll have another health condition like high blood pressure or diabetes. Your doctor may want you to have a reduced-intensit...
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<|user|> What are stem cells? </s> <|assistant|> They grow inside your marrow, the soft tissue of your bones. They're also in your blood, as well as blood from umbilical cords. As they mature, blood stem cells change into three types of cells your body needs: Platelets that help your blood clot Red blood cells that giv...
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<|user|> How will my cancer treatment change before I get stem cell treatment? </s> <|assistant|> You'll start out with a lower dose of chemo and radiation before you get the stem cells. It's less taxing on your body, and new cells can still grow and fight your cancer.
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<|user|> What if my doctor can't find a donor for allogeneic transplant? </s> <|assistant|> If your doctor can't find a donor, he may use cells from donated umbilical cord blood. After a baby is born, blood rich in stem cells remains in the discarded cord and placenta. It can be frozen and stored in a cord blood bank u...
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<|user|> What are cancer stem cells? </s> <|assistant|> They're cells that advance cancer. Experts used to think all cancer cells were the same. Now, there's reason to believe that special, fast-growing cancer stem cells keep your disease alive by reproducing. If that's true, in the next few years, the focus of treatme...
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<|user|> Why would I need a stem cell transplant for leukemia or lymphoma? </s> <|assistant|> For some, it may be the best -- or only -- approach. Since they're outside your body, they aren't harmed during the chemotherapy or radiation treatments you'll need to get rid of your cancer cells. Your doctor may want you to ...
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<|user|> Is there risk of stem cell transplant rejection in stem cell treatment of cancer? </s> <|assistant|> In an allogeneic, or ALLO, transplant, you get healthy stem cells from a donor. It's when your body fights to get rid of the new cells, or the cells launch an attack against you. It could happen right after the...
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<|user|> How does allogeneic, or ALLO, stem cell transplant work to treat cancer? </s> <|assistant|> In an allogeneic, or ALLO, transplant, you get healthy stem cells from a donor. It's important that the donor's bone marrow closely matches yours. If it doesn't, your body may reject their cells. Before an ALLO transpla...
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<|user|> What are the side effects of stem cell treatments for cancer? </s> <|assistant|> If you have leukemia or lymphoma, you may need a stem cell transplant. What and how severe they are depend on the dose. You might have: Nausea Vomiting Fatigue Bleeding Severe infections That doesn't sound great, but advances in c...
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<|user|> What are the treatments for myasthenia gravis? </s> <|assistant|> You may be put on a drug called pyridostigmine ( Mestinon), that increases the amount of acetylcholine available to stimulate the receptors. If you continue to have symptoms on pyridostigmine, an immunotherapeutic agent is usually added. These i...
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<|user|> What situations affect myasthenia gravis? </s> <|assistant|> Situations that affect myasthenia gravis include: Changes in thyroid function Surgery Radiation therapy Infection Certain medications can exacerbate symptoms of myasthenia gravis, including: Antibiotics (particularly those called aminoglycosides) Nar...
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<|user|> What are some breakfast ideas for kids who need to lower their cholesterol? </s> <|assistant|> For breakfast: Fruit, non-sugary cereal, oatmeal, and low-fat yogurt are among the good choices for breakfast foods. Use skim or 1% milk rather than whole or 2% milk (after age 2, or as recommended by your doctor).
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<|user|> What are some lunch and dinner ideas for kids who need to lower their cholesterol? </s> <|assistant|> For lunch and dinner: Bake or grill foods instead of frying them. Use whole-grain breads and rolls to make a healthier sandwich. Also, give your child whole-grain crackers with soups, chili, and stew. Prepare ...
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<|user|> What are some snack ideas for kids who need to lower their cholesterol? </s> <|assistant|> For snacks: Fruits, vegetables, breads, and cereals make great snacks for children. Children should avoid soda, juice and fruit drinks.
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<|user|> What causes high cholesterol in children? </s> <|assistant|> Cholesterol levels in children are mostly linked to three risk factors: Heredity (passed on from parent to child) Diet Obesity In most cases, kids with high cholesterol have a parent who also has elevated cholesterol.
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<|user|> How is high cholesterol diagnosed in children? </s> <|assistant|> Children also may have high levels of cholesterol, which can cause health problems, especially problems with heart disease, when the child gets older. Conducting such a test is especially important if there is a strong family history of heart di...
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<|user|> When is selective screening for cholesterol recommended for children? </s> <|assistant|> Cholesterol levels in children are mostly linked to three risk factors: Heredity (passed on from parent to child) Diet Obesity In most cases, kids with high cholesterol have a parent who also has elevated cholesterol. For ...
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<|user|> What should you keep in mind when exercising if you have Parkinson's disease? </s> <|assistant|> Always warm-up before beginning your exercise routine and cool down at the end. If you plan to workout for 30 minutes, start with 10-minute sessions and work your way up. If you have difficulty balancing, exercise ...
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<|user|> What tests help diagnose juvenile rheumatoid arthritis? </s> <|assistant|> Your child may get the following tests: Blood, urine, and joint fluid tests X-rays, MRIs, and other imaging tests The results may show: Low red blood cell count, or anemia High white blood cell count High platelet count, which are the c...
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<|user|> Should children with rheumatoid arthritis get plenty of rest? </s> <|assistant|> When it flares up, the child will look and act sick. Children can have good days with few or no symptoms, and worse days with flare-up symptoms.
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<|user|> What is the treatment for juvenile rheumatoid arthritis? </s> <|assistant|> Your child may get the following tests: Blood, urine, and joint fluid tests X-rays, MRIs, and other imaging tests The results may show: Low red blood cell count, or anemia High white blood cell count High platelet count, which are the ...
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<|user|> What may test results for systemic-onset juvenile rheumatoid arthritis show? </s> <|assistant|> Your child may get the following tests: Blood, urine, and joint fluid tests X-rays, MRIs, and other imaging tests The results may show: Low red blood cell count, or anemia High white blood cell count High platelet c...
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<|user|> Can you prevent juvenile rheumatoid arthritis? </s> <|assistant|> Systemic-onset juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is the rarest form. It's believed to run in families though, so family medical history can give you a clue.
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<|user|> How do health issues affect how you can get deep vein thrombosis? </s> <|assistant|> People with heart disease, lung disease, and inflammatory bowel disease are more likely to get DVT. So are people who have cancer or are going through cancer treatment.
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<|user|> How does sitting or being in bed affect how you can get deep vein thrombosis? </s> <|assistant|> If your muscles don't move for a while, blood starts to pool in your lower legs. This makes it more likely for a clot to form.
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<|user|> How does age affect how you can get deep vein thrombosis? </s> <|assistant|> The odds that you'll get DVT increase with your age.
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<|user|> What can you do to lower your risk of getting deep vein thrombosis? </s> <|assistant|> You can't change many of the things that could lead to DVT. But try these 6 tips to keep your blood moving through your body the way it should: Don't sit for too long. Get up and stretch or walk around at least every 2 hours...
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<|user|> When should I talk to my doctor about my migraines or headaches? </s> <|assistant|> Migraines and several other headache disorders are a real source of pain, but most of the time, they're not signs that you have a serious medical problem. But when you have new symptoms or problems that are more severe than nor...
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<|user|> When should I get medical help immediately for my headache? </s> <|assistant|> The following headache symptoms mean you should get medical help right away: A sudden, new, severe headache that comes with: Weakness, dizziness, sudden loss of balance or falling, numbness or tingling, or can't move your body Troub...
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<|user|> When should you let your doctor know about your migraines or headaches? </s> <|assistant|> The following headache symptoms mean you should get medical help right away: A sudden, new, severe headache that comes with: Weakness, dizziness, sudden loss of balance or falling, numbness or tingling, or can't move you...
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<|user|> When do you need medical help for you migraines or headaches? </s> <|assistant|> The following headache symptoms mean you should get medical help right away: A sudden, new, severe headache that comes with: Weakness, dizziness, sudden loss of balance or falling, numbness or tingling, or can't move your body Tro...
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<|user|> What are symptoms of pain in toddlers? </s> <|assistant|> Fortunately, at this age, children in pain can talk, if only to say, " Owie, owie, owie!" They will often also clutch the part that hurts. Pulling or rubbing the ear is common in toddlers and although it can sometimes indicate ear pain, it may be habit....
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<|user|> How can you tell if a baby is in pain? </s> <|assistant|> Here are signs that a baby may be in pain. For example, crying that can't be soothed with a bottle, diaper change, or cuddling could signal pain. Crying while nursing. Prolonged, intense crying, often at the same time each day. This behavior is common w...
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<|user|> What do pain in young children and teenagers mean? </s> <|assistant|> Chronic or recurrent pain is common in children and adolescents. Pain that comes on suddenly can be caused by viral infections or by something more serious like appendicitis. Recurrent stomachaches and headaches. Recurrent body aches, usuall...
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<|user|> How can I prevent autonomic dysreflexia? </s> <|assistant|> Other things that can set off the condition include: Constipation Kidney stones Urinary tract infection Inserting a catheter, a medical tube Hemorrhoids Irritated or blistered skin Pressure on the scrotum, in men Sexual stimulation The first signs of ...
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<|user|> What are the symptoms of autonomic dysreflexia? </s> <|assistant|> Other things that can set off the condition include: Constipation Kidney stones Urinary tract infection Inserting a catheter, a medical tube Hemorrhoids Irritated or blistered skin Pressure on the scrotum, in men Sexual stimulation The first si...
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<|user|> What causes autonomic dysreflexia? </s> <|assistant|> You can get autonomic dysreflexia if you've injured your spinal cord around the bottom of the shoulder blades or above. You can lose feeling and muscle control below the damaged spot. But the nerves there still try to send signals back to the brain. That ca...
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<|user|> How is HPV treated in men? </s> <|assistant|> There is no treatment for HPV infection in men when no symptoms are present. Instead, doctors treat the health problems that are caused by the HPV virus. When genital warts appear, a variety of treatments can be used. The patient can apply prescription creams at ho...
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<|user|> How can you prevent spreading HPV? </s> <|assistant|> Abstinence is the only sure way to prevent HPV transmission. Risk of transmission can be lowered if a person has sex only with one person who is not infected and who is also monogamous. To lower the risk of HPV transmission, men can also limit the number of...
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<|user|> Is there an HPV vaccine for men? </s> <|assistant|> The HPV vaccine Gardasil, approved for use in females in 2006, was approved for males in 2009. Gardasil is approved for boys and men ages 9 to 26 for the prevention of genital warts caused by two HPV strains: HPV 6 and HPV 11. Those are two of the four HPV st...
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<|user|> What tests are used to check for HPV in men? </s> <|assistant|> Genital warts are the first symptom you may see with low-risk HPV strains that cause warts but not cancer. To diagnose genital warts in men, the doctor will visually check a man's genital area to see if warts are present. Some doctors will apply a...
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