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Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Nodule Symptoms? | Thyroid nodules usually don't have symptoms. But in certain situations, you might experience symptoms.
Large thyroid nodule symptoms
These large nodules can cause:
• Trouble breathing
• Trouble swallowing
• A throat "tickle"
• Hoarseness or voice change
Hot thyroid nodule symptoms
When a nodule causes the thyro... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Nodule Causes? | It's not always clear why you get thyroid nodules. Several medical conditions can cause them to form. They include:
Thyroiditis
This is chronicinflammationof the thyroid. One type of thyroiditis is calledHashimoto's disease. It's associated withlow thyroidactivity (hypothyroidism).
Iodine deficiency
Iodine is an es... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Risk Factors for Thyroid Nodules? | Thyroid nodules are quite common. By the age of 60, half of all people have them.
Several things can raise your risk of a thyroid nodule. They include:
• Having low iodine levels
• Having low iron levels
• Having a family history of thyroid nodules
• Being assigned female at birth
• Being older
• Having a histor... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Diagnosing Thyroid Nodules? | You may be able to identify one just by looking in the mirror. Face the mirror with your chin raised a little. Swallow and look for a bump on either side of your windpipe near your Adam's apple. Put your fingers gently on your neck in that spot and feel for a bump. If you find one, ask your doctor about it. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Nodule Treatments? | You may not need any treatment for thyroid nodules, especially if they are small and not causing any symptoms. The type of nodule, and whether it's cancerous, will help you and your doctor decide on the best approach.
Common treatments include:
Draining.Fluid in cysts may be removed by your doctor or a specialist usi... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Nodules Takeaways? | Thyroid nodules are common, especially if you are older than 60 years. Most nodules are noncancerous, but if you have trouble breathing or swallowing or experience other symptoms, like a hoarse voice that won't go away, it's wise to get checked by a doctor. Your doctor can conduct several tests to determine how serious... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Nodules FAQs? | Can thyroid nodules cause mucus in the throat?
Yes. Hoarseness that won't go away, frequent coughing, or feeling a need to to keep clearing your throat may be symptoms of a thyroid nodule.
What size thyroid nodules are worrisome?
You should get any size thyroid nodule evaluated by your doctor, who may decide to wait... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Thyrotoxicosis? | Yourthyroid gland(a small butterfly-shaped organ in the lower front of your neck) makes hormones that help your body use energy, stay warm, and keep your organs working the way they should. Thyrotoxicosis is when you have way too much of those hormones in yourblood. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyrotoxicosis Causes? | Graves’ disease:This condition is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism -- and thyrotoxicosis. It leads yourimmune systemto mistake the cells of your thyroid gland for invaders and attack them with antibodies (a type of protein). It’s not clear why this happens, but it makes the gland grow and make too much thyroid ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyrotoxicosis Symptoms? | Normally, thyroid hormones help you burn energy at the right speed. High levels can affect your body in lots of different ways.
In general, they speed things up -- like yourheart, which often beats faster. You mightpoopand sweat more, feel irritable and nervous, and have shaky hands and weaker muscles. You may lose we... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyrotoxicosis Diagnosis? | Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medications you take, and check to see if your pulse is too fast or your thyroid is too big. After that, a simple blood test that measures the amount of thyroid stimulating hormone, or TSH, in your blood can help your doctor know for sure if you have thyrotoxicosis.
You mig... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyrotoxicosis Treatment? | For Graves’ disease and other types of hyperthyroidism, drugs called antithyroid agents can help keep the gland from making too much hormone.
Radioactive iodine that’s usually swallowed in a capsule can destroy thyroid cells. This treatment may sound scary, but it has a long history and is generally safe and works wel... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyrotoxicosis and Diabetes? | Symptoms oflow blood sugar-- tremors andsweating-- can be easily confused with symptoms of high thyroid hormone levels. You may mistakenly think you have low blood sugar and eat extra food that makes yourblood sugarspike. That can be bad for your health and mask yourthyroid problems.
The fastermetabolismcaused by thyr... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)? | A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is similar to a stroke. Your blood delivers oxygen to every part of your body, and your cells need it to survive. If your blood flow gets blocked, it can cause a TIA. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack): Is A TIA life-threatening? | What is the life expectancy after having a TIA?A TIA doesn't do any long-term damage to your brain or cause permanent disability. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) the life expectancy after having a TIA? | What happens if a ministroke goes untreated?You will be more likely to have more ministrokes or an ischemic stroke in the future. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) TIA Causes? | A TIA can happen when a blood clot gets lodged in an artery that supplies blood to your brain. Without regular blood flow, your brain is starved for oxygen and can't work the way it normally does.
That's why you get symptoms like muscle weakness or slurred speech with a TIA. It's like having a clogged fuel line in you... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) TIA Diagnosis? | If you have symptoms of a TIA, it's important to see your doctor right away. A quick diagnosis is important, because it helps figure out what caused your TIA, how your doctor should treat it, and your risk of having a full-blown stroke.
Your doctor might use:
Physical and neurological exams.They'll test your vision, ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) TIA Treatment? | After you have a TIA, the goal of treatment is to lower your risk of a having a stroke in the future. Your doctor will decide on your treatment based on what caused the TIA. Treatment will depend on things like the location of the clot, how serious the TIA was, and findings of an MRI orCT scan.
TIA medications
Your d... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) TIA Complications? | If you have a TIA, you are more likely to have a heart event or other conditions not related to your heart shortly afterward. In fact, you are more likely to have some kind of complication as soon as 30 days after your TIA. Possible complications include:
Stroke.You have about a 3% chance of having a stroke after a TI... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) TIA Recovery? | Although symptoms of a TIA only last for a short period of time, you may have some lasting effects from a TIA. Your doctor can help you understand the best plan to keep you healthy and prevent complications after you have a TIA.
Avoid driving. Your doctor will probably tell you not to drive for 1 month after having a ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) TIA Prevention? | To prevent a TIA, make these healthy lifestyle choices:
Eat food that's good for you.Choose whole foods, meaning those that are as natural and unprocessed as possible. Also eat a low-fat, low-salt, high-fiber diet with plenty of fruits and veggies. Limit saturated fats and sugar,and avoid trans fats. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) TIA vs. Stroke? | TIAs are similar to ischemic strokes, which are also caused byblood clots.
The main difference is that a TIA only lasts a few minutes. Then, chemicals in your body quickly break down the clot or it gets pushed along, like a temporary clog in a pipe. Normal blood flow returns to your brain without causing permanent dam... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) TIA Risk Factors? | A TIA can affect anyone. The same things that raise your odds of having a stroke also affect your risk of a TIA, and there are a lot of issues in play.
Risks you can't control.Some things you can't change, but it's helpful to be aware of them:
• Age. The odds of a TIA or stroke get much higher when you're over 55. Af... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) TIA Takeaways? | A TIA is also called a ministroke because it usually only lasts for several minutes. But it's important to get medical help right away if you have stroke symptoms. A TIA is often a warning sign of a full-blown stroke. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) TIA FAQs? | Is A TIA life-threatening?No, but it can mean you are more likely to have a stroke in the near future. If you have symptoms, call 911 or go to the emergency room.
What is the life expectancy after having a TIA?A TIA doesn't do any long-term damage to your brain or cause permanent disability.
What happens if a ministr... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tic Douloureux Overview? | Tic douloureux ortrigeminal neuralgiais a severe, stabbing pain to one side of the face. It stems from one or more branches of the nerve that supplies sensation to the face, the trigeminal nerve. It is considered one of the most painful conditions to affect people.
The pain usually lasts from a few seconds to a few mi... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tic Douloureux Causes? | The cause of tic douloureux is unknown. There are a number of theories as to why the trigeminal nerve is affected.
The most commonly accepted theory is compression of the trigeminal nerve, usually by abloodvessel, causing it to become irritated. This irritation causes the outer covering of the nerve (the myelin sheath... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tic Douloureux Symptoms? | The main symptom of tic douloureux is a sudden, severe, stabbing, sharp, shooting, electric-shock-like pain on one side of the face. Because the second and third divisions of the trigeminal nerve are the most commonly affected, the pain is usually felt in the lower half of the face. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tic Douloureux When to Seek Medical Care? | Call your doctor when the prescribed medications are not controlling the pain, or if you develop new symptoms. Because tic douloureux is a pain-only syndrome, the development of new symptoms may warrant additional evaluation.
Go to a hospital's emergency department if you experience symptoms such as fever, redness of ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tic Douloureux Exams and Tests? | There is no single medical test to diagnose tic douloureux. The diagnosis is made based on the description of the pain,physical examination, and exclusion of other causes of facial pain.
The pain is unique. A history of bursts of shooting pain in one side of the face along with a trigger zone will give the doctor good... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tic Douloureux Prevention? | Tic douloureux cannot be prevented. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tic Douloureux Outlook? | Although pain from tic douloureux can go away without treatment for months to years, the disorder is usually progressive. Attacks can become more frequent over time. There are no long-term medical consequences of the disorder. Tic douloureux is purely a pain syndrome.
The pain of tic douloureux can almost always be co... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tic Douloureux Synonyms and Keywords? | tic douloureux, trigeminal neuralgia, facial pain | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What does a tick bite look like? | Because ticks are often very small, you might not notice them. At first, their bites might just look like specks of dirt. But as the tick feeds, it swells up and can be easier to spot. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How long can a tick stay on me? | Ticks bite once and use that site to feed on yourblooduntil they’re full. That may last a few days or up to a couple of weeks. A tick will fall off on its own once it’s full. You won’t get multiple bites from a tick. Most tick bites are painless and cause only a minor reaction. But sometimes, you can catch a disease fr... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Are tick bites itchy? | Most tick bites do not itch or hurt because ticks inject saliva into the skin when they bite, which has a numbing effect. This allows them to feed for hours, sometimes even days, without being noticed. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What happens if a tick bites you? | When a tick bites you, it attaches itself to your skin to feed. But it often goes unnoticed since the bite is painless and does not itch. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the fastest way to heal a tick bite? | To heal a tick bite quickly, start by removing the tick and washing the area with soap and water. Applying an antibiotic ointment can help prevent infection, and a cold compress might reduce any swelling. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What happens if you ignore a tick bite? | If you ignore a tick bite, it could lead to health issues, such as Lyme disease or Rocky Mountain spotted fever. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How do you remove ticks from the skin? | Use fine-tipped tweezers to grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible. Apply steady pressure and pull it straight upward to detach it. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are How to Identify Tick Bites? | Most likely, you won’t feel anything because the bite doesn’t hurt, and it isn’t usually itchy.
What does a tick bite look like?
Because ticks are often very small, you might not notice them. At first, their bites might just look like specks of dirt. But as the tick feeds, it swells up and can be easier to spot.
You... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tick Bite Symptoms? | Common tick bite symptoms
Tick bites often cause a reaction on your skin, even when they’re not infected or carrying any disease. Typical symptoms of a tick bite may include:
• A small hard bump or sore
• Redness
• Swelling | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tick Bite Treatment? | If you find a tick still on your skin, follow these steps:
1. Remove it. Don’t touch the tick with your bare hands. Gently pull it straight out with tweezers. Don’t twist or squeeze it. Make sure you’ve removed the whole tick.
2. Save it in a sealed container. It helps to have a doctor examine your tick to find out i... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are When to Be Concerned About a Tick Bite? | Call or see your doctor if you:
• Can’t get the tick out entirely
• Get a rash (even if the rash goes away, that doesn’t mean the disease is gone)
• Have anyflu-like symptoms, with or without a rash
• See red streaks, or yellow fluid oozing from the bite, meaning the bite is infected | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are How to Prevent Tick Bites? | You can lower your chance of tick bites by preparing yourself before you go outside and knowing what to look for once you’re back inside. Use these tips to protect yourself:
Know where ticks lurk.You’re most likely to come into contact with ticks in tall grasses, brushes, or in wooded areas. You can even get them from... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tick Bites on Dogs? | Ticks can also bite dogs, especially during peak tick seasons in spring and fall. While most tick bites are harmless, they can sometimes lead to serious health issues for your pet.
Just like humans, dogs can get diseases like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Their symptoms can be similar to yours, such a... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tick Bites Takeaways? | Tick bites are common and usually don't cause problems. But they can sometimes cause serious diseases. It’s important to check yourself for tick bites after exposure, remove it quickly, and watch for symptoms like rashes or flu-like illness. If your rash looks like a bull’s-eye or if you notice tingling, numbness, or o... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tick Bite FAQs? | What happens if a tick bites you?
When a tick bites you, it attaches itself to your skin to feed. But it often goes unnoticed since the bite is painless and does not itch.
What is the fastest way to heal a tick bite?
To heal a tick bite quickly, start by removing the tick and washing the area with soap and water. Ap... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is Tietze syndrome dangerous? | Rarely. But you should still see your doctor about it. They’ll want to rule out other medical issues that may have similar symptoms but need different treatments, including broken ribs,acid reflux,lupus, and serious conditions such as chest wall tumors or heart attacks. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How long does Tietze syndrome last? | Most of the time, symptoms go away within a few weeks or months. But some people have swelling for several months or longer. Tell your doctor if your symptoms are hard to manage on your own. You may need to take extra steps to ease your pain and inflammation. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How do you know if you have Tietze syndrome? | You'll have to see your doctor to know for sure whether you have it. They’ll ask about your symptoms, give you a physical exam, and maybe run some other tests (MRI, EKG, X-ray) to rule out other causes of your chest pain. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How long does Tietze syndrome last? | Symptoms of pain and swelling typically get better within a few weeks. But Tietze syndrome can last a few months or longer for some people. And it may come back after you recover. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the difference between costochondritis and Tietze syndrome? | They both cause pain, but costochondritis doesn’t cause visible swelling and usually affects your lower ribs. Tietze syndrome causes inflammation in the top few ribs around your breastbone, and you can usually see and feel the inflammation. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is Tietze syndrome an autoimmune disorder? | Tietze isn't an autoimmune disorder, but you may be more likely to get it if you have an autoimmune condition, especially one that affects your joints. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tietze Syndrome Causes and Risk Factors? | No one knows exactly what causes Tietze syndrome. Some experts think it’s the result of repetitive actions that stress the ribs. Over time, there may be enough damage, leading to pain and swelling.
Some things that might cause Tietze are:
• Frequent coughing
• Throwing up often
• Getting hit in the chest a lot duri... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tietze Syndrome Symptoms? | The most common symptoms of Tietze syndrome are chest tenderness and swelling. The pain can be mild or severe, dull or sharp.
Tietze syndrome may also cause:
• Redness or a warm feeling where it hurts
• Skin color changes
• Pain that spreads to your neck, arms, or shoulders
Chest pain and swelling from Tietze synd... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tietze Syndrome Diagnosis? | Tietze syndrome can mimic other health conditions that affect your heart and lungs besides aheart attack. That's why it's important to see your doctor so they can rule out any other conditions that might be more serious or need different treatment.
There’s no single test to diagnose Tietze syndrome. To figure out what... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tietze Syndrome Treatment? | In many cases, Tietze syndrome gets better on its own with little to no medical treatment. But you should still talk to your doctor about what treatment plan is best for you. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Living With Tietze Syndrome? | Tietze syndrome tends to go away with time and without medical treatment. But there are steps you can take to feel better during your recovery.
You can:
• Take over-the-counter pain relievers.
• Ask your doctor for stronger medication if your pain is severe.
• Apply heat or ice where it hurts.
• Talk to your docto... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tietze Syndrome Takeaways? | Tietze syndrome is a rare inflammatory condition that causeschest painand swelling. It’s hardly ever serious and usually goes away on its own within a few weeks. But talk to your doctor if you think you have it or your symptoms last a while. Rest, medication, or other treatments can help you feel better faster. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tietze Syndrome FAQs? | How do you know if you have Tietze syndrome?
You'll have to see your doctor to know for sure whether you have it. They’ll ask about your symptoms, give you a physical exam, and maybe run some other tests (MRI, EKG, X-ray) to rule out other causes of your chest pain. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Tinea Versicolor? | Tinea versicolor is a fungal infection that causes small patches of discolored spots on your skin. It's also called pityriasis versicolor. It results from a type of yeast that naturally lives on your skin. When the yeast grows out of control, it causes this skin disease, which appears as a rash. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is tinea versicolor contagious? | While some fungal infections of the skin, such as ringworm, easily spread from person to person, tinea versicolor is not contagious. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How do you get rid of tinea versicolor fast? | With treatment, the scaly rashes associated with tinea versicolor usually heal within 2 to 4 weeks after treatment starts. But it can take 6 months to a year for the skin discoloration to go away. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tinea Versicolor Symptoms? | Acidic bleach from the growing yeast causes areas of skin to be a different color than the skin around them. These can be individual spots or patches. Specific signs and symptoms of the infection include:
• Patches that are white, pink, red, or brown and may be lighter or darker than the skin around them.
• Spots tha... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tinea Versicolor Healing Stages? | Tinea versicolor usually doesn’t clear up on its own.Antifungalmedications are most effective at healing your rashes and discolored areas of skin.
Once you begin treatment, scaly patches should start to smooth over. It’ll take about 2-4 weeks for the scaly patches to fully heal. The discoloration can take 6 months to ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tinea Versicolor Causes? | The yeast that causes tinea versicolor,Malassezia, grows on normal, healthy skin. But the following things can trigger an overgrowth that causes the infection:
• Oily skin
• Living in a hot climate
• Sweating a lot
• Hormonal changes
• A weakenedimmune system
Because the yeast grows naturally on your skin, tinea ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tinea Versicolor Diagnosis? | Your doctor can diagnose tinea versicolor by what the rash looks like.
If they need more information, these tests can help:
• Wood lamp (black light) examination.The doctor uses ultraviolet light, which may make the affected areas appear a fluorescent coppery orange color if they're the result of tinea versicolor.
•... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tinea Versicolor Treatment? | Treatment of tinea versicolor can consist of creams, lotions, or shampoos that you put on your skin. It can also include medication given as pills. The type of treatment will depend on the size, location, and thickness of the infected area.
Treatment options include:
• Topical antifungals.You put these directly on yo... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tinea Versicolor Management? | Episodes of tinea versicolor are very common because the yeast that causes the infection is a normal fungus that lives on your skin. You might use medicated cleansers once a week for 10 minutes at a time for a few months to help prevent tinea versicolor from coming back. You may need to use these cleansers if the infec... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tinea Versicolor FAQs? | • Is tinea versicolor contagious?While some fungal infections of the skin, such as ringworm, easily spread from person to person, tinea versicolor is not contagious.
• How do you get rid of tinea versicolor fast?With treatment, the scaly rashes associated with tinea versicolor usually heal within 2 to 4 weeks after tr... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Toe Fracture: What Is a Broken Toe? | A broken toe is when you break abonein one of your toes. Each of your toes has three bones, except for the big toe, which has two. A break can happen when you stub your toe really hard or drop something on it. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Toe Fracture Broken Toe Signs and Symptoms? | When you break a toe, you’ll likely have:
• Painand tenderness in your toe
• Pain when you walk or put weight on yourfoot
• Redness or bruising
• Stiffness
• Swelling | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Toe Fracture When to Call a Doctor? | If you think you broke your toe, it’s best to have your doctor look at it. Even though you can often treat it yourself, a broken toe can sometimes lead to more serious problems, like infection,arthritis, or long-termfoot pain. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Toe Fracture Broken Toe Diagnosis? | First, your doctor will ask you what happened and what symptoms you’re having. They’ll check for tenderness and broken skin around your toe. They’ll also test your nerves and blood flow. Then, if your doctor thinks it’s a break, you’ll likely get an X-ray. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Toe Fracture Broken Toe Treatment? | Treatment depends on where and how bad the break is. In most cases, you’ll be sent home with directions for self-care. You may also get a prescription for pain medicine.
It helps you heal if you can keep your toe from bending too much. Your doctor might suggest buddy taping. That’s where you tape your broken toe to th... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Toe Fracture Broken Toe Home Remedies? | For the first few days or weeks after you break your toe, you can:
• Keep your foot raised while sitting or lying down (above yourheartis best) to keep the swelling and pain down.
• Put ice on your toe for 20 minutes every hour while you’re awake. That’s for the first 24 hours. After that, you can ice it two to three... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Toe Fracture Broken Toe Recovery? | Most of the time, your toe will heal in about 4-6 weeks. But it could take as long as 8 weeks for more serious breaks.
You’ll need to hold off on sports and other physical activities until your doctor gives you the green light. If you start those too soon, you might re-injure your toe.
As you heal, it’s also best to ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Potty Training? | When you have ababy, you're knee-deep in diapers. They're tucked into your bag. Stacked near the crib. Stored in boxes under beds. You might even have a few stashed in the glove compartment of your car, just in case. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are When to Start Potty Training? | With potty training, just like talking, walking, and sleeping through the night, every child's timing is different. There’s no perfect age to start potty training. How will you know if your child is ready? They’ll show interest in various ways, including asking questions about the toilet, potty seats, and underwear. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Potty Training Tips? | • Be a positive potty model. When you go to the bathroom, use it as a chance to talk your child through the process. Use words your child can say, like pee, poop, and potty.
• If you plan to start your child on a potty seat, put it in the bathroom so they get used to it. Make it a fun place your child wants to sit, wi... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Having Patience When Potty Training? | • Sitting on the potty should be a want-to, not a have-to. If your child isn't into it, don't force it.
• Just when you think your child has nailed it, accidents happen. It's OK to be frustrated, but don’t punish or shame your child. It won't get you closer to your goal. Take a deep breath and focus on what you and yo... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Nighttime and Naptime Potty Training? | When your child is finally able to use the toilet on their own, it’s a milestone to celebrate. But staying dry when theysleepis a whole different ball game. It may take months or years for their bodies to mature to the point that they always wake up when they need to go.
So don’t sweat it. Put a protective cover on th... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Geographic Tongue? | Geographic tongue is a condition that causes red patches to form on your tongue or in other areas of your mouth. It gets its name because the patches look like a map. Doctors sometimes call it benign migratory glossitis. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Geographic Tongue? | Geographic tongue is a condition that causes red patches to form on your tongue or in other areas of your mouth. It gets its name because the patches look like a map. Doctors sometimes call it benign migratory glossitis. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Geographic Tongue Symptoms? | The main symptom of geographic tongue is the presence of uneven red patches on the top, sides, and underside of your tongue. It's rare, but they might also be on your gums, inside your cheeks, or on the roof of your mouth. These patches may:
• Have a white or light-colored border
• Change in size, shape, and color
•... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Geographic Tongue Causes? | Doctors aren't sure what causes geographic tongue. It might be linked with certain health issues, such as:
• Eczema and psoriasis
• Some types of arthritis
• Type 1 diabetes
Geographic tongue tends to run in families, so it might also have something to do with your genes.
Also, not having enough of these nutrients... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Geographic Tongue Risk Factors? | Geographic tongue can happen at any age, but it’s more likely in young adults. It’s also more common in women than in men. Other things that raise your risk of geographic tongue:
• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Type 1 diabetes
• Certain types of arthritis
• A family history of geographic tongue
• Not having enough iron, z... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Geographic Tongue Diagnosis? | Your dentist or doctor will ask about your symptoms and look at your mouth and tongue. During the exam, your doctor might:
• Ask you to move your tongue in different directions
• Touch your tongue to feel changes in the texture
• Check for any tenderness
• See if there are any signs of infection, such asswollen lym... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Geographic Tongue Treatment? | Any pain or discomfort will probably get better on its own. But if you have severe, constant pain, medication can help. Your doctor or dentist may prescribe:
• Over-the-counter pain relievers
• Anti-inflammatories
• Mouth rinses with anesthetic
• Corticosteroids that you put on your tongue
• Zinc supplements
It a... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Tongue-Tie? | Tongue-tie, also known as ankyloglossia, is a condition some babies are born with that limits their tongue movements. To do its job well, your tongue needs to be able to reach almost every part of your mouth. That full range of motion lets you make different sounds when you speak. It also helps you swallow and sweep aw... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Does tongue-tie affect speech? | Tongue-tie doesn't delay your child's progress in learning to speak but may result in difficulties pronouncing certain letters. But tongue-tie may not be the reason for your child's speech problem. At least one study found “no difference” in speech for young children who'd been treated for tongue-tie vs. those who had ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What happens if your child's tongue-tie is left untreated? | It depends on the child. In some cases, there are no problems if tongue-tie is untreated. In other cases, it may cause problems with breastfeeding, and later on, with speech, eating certain foods, and dental hygiene. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Does tongue-tie need to be corrected? | Not always. Sometimes it doesn't impact a baby or child's life. Each case is different. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | At what age should a tongue-tie be cut? | Usually, the procedure is done between the ages of 6 months and 6 years. Some doctors anddentistsbelieve in doing it as early as possible, even at 2-6 weeks. But adults can also have a frenectomy. Speak with your doctor to see whether your child should have the procedure or if you should wait and see what happens. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tongue-Tie Causes and Risk Factors? | During a fetus' development in the womb, the lingual frenulum is stuck to the tongue. But at some point before your baby is born, the membrane usually thins and separates from the tongue, so there's free range of motion. Sometimes, the separation doesn’t happen. Doctors aren’t sure why. It may run in families. Studies ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tongue-Tie Symptoms? | The condition is often found because of problems breastfeeding. You may notice that your tongue-tie newborn:
• Can’t latch well
• Tends to chew more than suck
• Doesn’t gain weight the way you’d expect
• Feeds for a long time, takes a short break, and then feeds for another long stretch
• Is fussy when trying to f... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tongue-Tie Diagnosis? | A physical exam is all it takes to see what’s going on. The doctor will:
• Ask how feeding is going
• Check your child’s tongue, mouth, and teeth
• Use a wooden stick called atongue depressorto look under your child’s tongue and check the range of motion
The doctor may ask an older kid to move their tongue around a... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tongue-Tie Treatment? | Some doctors will want to treat tongue-tie right away. Others prefer a wait-and-see approach. The frenulum might loosen on its own, or it may not cause any long-term issues. A doctor may also suggest trying a speech therapist or a lactation consultant to help with speech or breastfeeding issues before moving on to surg... | local_scraped |
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