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Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Type 2 diabetes? | Symptoms of type 2 diabetes often come on slowly. In fact, people can live with type 2 diabetes for years and not know it. When there are symptoms, they may include:
• More thirst.
• More urination.
• More hunger.
• Weight loss.
• Tiredness.
• Blurred vision.
• Slow-healing sores.
• Frequent infections.
• Numb... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Type 2 diabetes? | Type 2 diabetes is mainly the result of two issues:
• Cells in muscle, fat and the liver don't respond to insulin as they should. As a result, the cells don't take in enough sugar.
• The gland that makes insulin, called the pancreas, can't make enough to keep blood sugar levels within a healthy range.
Being overweig... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Type 2 diabetes? | Factors that may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes include:
• Excess weight.Being overweight or obese is a main risk.
• Waist size.Storing fat mainly in the belly rather than in the hips and thighs raises the risk. The risk of type 2 diabetes is higher in people assigned male at birth whose waists measure more tha... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Type 2 diabetes? | Type 2 diabetes affects many major organs. These include the heart, blood vessels, nerves, eyes and kidneys. Also, factors that raise the risk of diabetes are risk factors for other serious diseases. Managing diabetes and blood sugar can lower the risk for these complications and other medical conditions, including:
•... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the prevention of Type 2 diabetes? | Healthy lifestyle choices can help prevent type 2 diabetes. If you have prediabetes, lifestyle changes may slow the condition or keep it from becoming diabetes.
A healthy lifestyle includes the following:
• Eat healthy foods.Choose foods lower in fat and calories and higher in fiber. Focus on fruits, vegetables and w... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Type 2 diabetes in children? | Type 2 diabetes in children is a chronic disease that affects the way your child's body processes sugar (glucose) for fuel. Without treatment, the disorder causes sugar to build up in the bloodstream, which can lead to serious long-term consequences.
Type 2 diabetes occurs more commonly in adults. In fact, it used to ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Type 2 diabetes in children? | Type 2 diabetes in children may develop so gradually that there are no noticeable symptoms. Sometimes, the disorder is diagnosed during a routine check-up.
Some children might experience these signs and symptoms as a result of too much sugar in their bloodstreams:
• Increased thirst
• Frequent urination
• Increased... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Type 2 diabetes in children? | The exact cause of type 2 diabetes is unknown. But family history and genetics appear to play an important role. What is clear is that children with type 2 diabetes can't process sugar (glucose) properly.
Most of the sugar in the body comes from food. When food is digested, sugar enters the bloodstream. Insulin allows... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Type 2 diabetes in children? | Researchers don't fully understand why some children develop type 2 diabetes and others don't, even if they have similar risk factors. However, it's clear that certain factors increase the risk, including:
• Weight.Being overweight is a strong risk factor for type 2 diabetes in children. The more fatty tissue children... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Type 2 diabetes in children? | Type 2 diabetes can affect nearly every organ in your child's body, including the blood vessels, nerves, eyes and kidneys. The long-term complications of type 2 diabetes develop gradually over many years. Eventually, diabetes complications may be severe or even life-threatening.
Complications of type 2 diabetes are re... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the prevention of Type 2 diabetes in children? | Healthy-lifestyle choices can help prevent type 2 diabetes in children. Encourage your child to:
• Eat healthy foods.Offer your child foods low in fat and calories. Focus on fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Strive for variety to prevent boredom.
• Get more physical activity.Encourage your child to become active. ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Voice disorders? | People develop a voice disorder for many reasons. A voice disorder is a change in how the voice sounds. Health care providers trained in ear, nose and throat illnesses and speech-language pathologists diagnose and treat voice issues.
Treatment depends on what's causing the voice change. Treatment can include voice the... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Voice disorders? | The voice box, also called the larynx, is made of a smooth covering, muscle and soft, moist areas. The voice box sits at the top of the windpipe, also known as the trachea, and the base of the tongue. The vocal cords vibrate to create sound.
Air moving through the voice box causes the vocal cords to vibrate and brings... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Voice disorders? | Many factors can lead to a voice disorder, such as:
• Aging
• Alcohol use
• Allergies
• Conditions related to the brain and nervous system, such as Parkinson's disease or a stroke
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Illnesses, such ascolds or upper respiratory infections
• Scarring from neck surgery or fr... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of E. coli? | Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria normally live in the intestines of healthy people and animals. Most types ofE. coliare harmless or cause relatively brief diarrhea. But a few strains, such asE. coliO157:H7, can cause severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea and vomiting.
You may be exposed toE. colifrom contaminated ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of E. coli? | Signs and symptoms ofE. coliO157:H7 infection usually begin three or four days after exposure to the bacteria. But you may become ill as soon as one day after exposure to more than a week later. Signs and symptoms include:
• Diarrhea, which may range from mild and watery to severe and bloody
• Stomach cramping, pain ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of E. coli? | Only a few strains ofE. colitrigger diarrhea. TheE. coliO157:H7 strain belongs to a group ofE. colithat produces a powerful toxin that damages the lining of the small intestine. This can cause bloody diarrhea. You develop anE. coliinfection when you ingest this strain of bacteria.
Unlike many other disease-causing bac... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of E. coli? | E. colican affect anyone who is exposed to the bacteria. But some people are more likely to develop problems than are others. Risk factors include:
• Age.Young children and older adults are at higher risk of experiencing illness caused byE. coliand more-serious complications from the infection.
• Weakened immune syst... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of E. coli? | Most healthy adults recover fromE. coliillness within a week. Some people — particularly young children and older adults — may develop a life-threatening form of kidney failure called hemolytic uremic syndrome. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the prevention of E. coli? | No vaccine or medication can protect you fromE. coli-based illness, though researchers are investigating potential vaccines. To reduce your chance of being exposed toE. coli, avoid swallowing water from lakes or pools, wash your hands often, avoid risky foods, and watch out for cross-contamination. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Eating disorders? | Eating disorders are serious health conditions that affect both your physical and mental health. These conditions include problems in how you think about food, eating, weight and shape, and in your eating behaviors. These symptoms can affect your health, your emotions and your ability to function in important areas of ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Eating disorders? | Symptoms vary, depending on the type of eating disorder. Anorexia, bulimia and binge-eating disorder are the most common eating disorders. People with eating disorders can have all different body types and sizes. | local_scraped |
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Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Eating disorders? | The exact cause of eating disorders is not known. As with other mental health conditions, there may be different causes, such as:
• Genetics.Some people may have genes that increase their risk of developing eating disorders.
• Biology.Biological factors, such as changes in brain chemicals, may play a role in eating d... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Eating disorders? | Anyone can develop an eating disorder. Eating disorders often start in the teen and young adult years. But they can occur at any age.
Certain factors may increase the risk of developing an eating disorder, including:
• Family history.Eating disorders are more likely to occur in people who have parents or siblings who... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Eating disorders? | Eating disorders cause a wide variety of complications, some of them life-threatening. The more severe or long lasting the eating disorder, the more likely it is that serious complications may occur. These may include:
• Serious health problems.
• Depression and anxiety.
• Suicidal thoughts or behavior.
• Problems ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the prevention of Eating disorders? | There's no sure way to prevent eating disorders, but you can take steps to develop healthy eating habits. If you have a child, you can help your child lower the risk of developing eating disorders. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Ebstein anomaly? | Ebstein anomaly is a rare heart condition that's present at birth. That means it's a congenital heart defect.
In this condition, the valve that separates the top and bottom right heart chambers does not form correctly. This valve is called the tricuspid valve. As a result, the valve does not close as it should. Blood ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Ebstein anomaly? | Some babies born with Ebstein anomaly have few or no symptoms. Others have a tricuspid valve that leaks severely and causes more-noticeable symptoms. Sometimes symptoms don't occur until later in life.
Symptoms of Ebstein anomaly may include:
• Blue or gray lips or fingernails. Depending on skin color, these color ch... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Ebstein anomaly? | Ebstein anomaly is a heart condition that a person is born with. The cause is not known. To understand more about Ebstein anomaly, it may help to know how the heart works. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Ebstein anomaly? | Ebstein anomaly occurs as the baby, also called a fetus, grows in the womb during pregnancy.
Researchers aren't sure exactly what increases the risk of Ebstein anomaly. Genetics and environmental factors are believed to be involved. Using some medicines during pregnancy, such as lithium, might increase the risk of Ebs... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Ebstein anomaly? | Possible complications of Ebstein anomaly include:
• Irregular heartbeats.
• Heart failure.
• Sudden cardiac arrest.
• Stroke. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Ectropion? | Ectropion (ek-TROH-pee-on) is a condition in which your eyelid turns outward. This leaves the inner eyelid surface exposed and prone to irritation.
Ectropion is more common in older adults, and it generally affects only the lower eyelid. In severe ectropion, the entire length of the eyelid is turned out. In less sever... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Ectropion? | Normally when you blink, your eyelids distribute tears evenly across your eyes, keeping the surfaces of the eyes lubricated. These tears drain into small openings on the inner part of your eyelids (puncta).
If you have ectropion, your lower lid pulls away from your eye and tears don't drain properly into the puncta. T... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Ectropion? | Ectropion can be caused by:
• Muscle weakness.As you age, the muscles under your eyes tend to weaken, and tendons stretch out. These muscles and tendons hold your eyelid taut against your eye. When they weaken, your eyelid can begin to droop.
• Facial paralysis.Certain conditions, such as Bell's palsy, and certain ty... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Ectropion? | Factors that increase your risk of developing ectropion include:
• Age.The most common cause of ectropion is weakening muscle tissue associated with aging.
• Previous eye surgeries.People who have had eyelid surgery are at higher risk of developing ectropion later.
• Previous cancer, burns or trauma.If you've had sp... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Ectropion? | Ectropion leaves your cornea irritated and exposed, making it more susceptible to drying. The result can be abrasions and ulcers on the cornea, which can threaten your vision. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Edema? | Edema is swelling caused by too much fluid trapped in the body's tissues. Edema can affect any part of the body. But it's more likely to show up in the legs and feet.
Medicines and pregnancy can cause edema. It also can be the result of a disease, such as congestive heart failure, kidney disease, venous insufficiency ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Edema? | Symptoms of edema include:
• Swelling or puffiness of the tissue right under the skin, especially in legs or arms.
• Stretched or shiny skin.
• Skin that holds a dimple, also known as pitting, after it's been pressed for a few seconds.
• Swelling of the belly, also called the abdomen, so that it's bigger than usual... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Edema? | Edema occurs when tiny blood vessels in the body, also known as capillaries, leak fluid. The fluid builds up in nearby tissues. The leak leads to swelling.
Causes of mild cases of edema include:
• Sitting or staying in one position for too long.
• Eating too much salty food.
• Being premenstrual.
• Being pregnant.... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Edema? | The following increases the risk of edema:
• Being pregnant.
• Taking certain medicines.
• Having a long-lasting illness, such as congestive heart failure or liver or kidney disease.
• Having surgery that involves a lymph node. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Edema? | If left untreated, edema can cause:
• Swelling that gets more and more painful.
• Problems walking.
• Stiffness.
• Stretched skin, which can itch.
• Increased risk of infection in the swollen area.
• Scarring between layers of tissue.
• Less blood flow.
• Less ability of the of arteries, veins, joints and muscl... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome? | Different types of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome are associated with a variety of genetic causes, some of which are inherited and passed on from parent to child. If you have the most common form, hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, there's a 50% chance that you'll pass on the gene to each of your children. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome? | Complications depend on the types of signs and symptoms you have. For example, overly flexible joints can result in joint dislocations and early-onset arthritis. Fragile skin may develop prominent scarring.
People who have vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome are at risk of often fatal ruptures of major blood vessels. Some... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the prevention of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome? | If you have a personal or family history of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and you're thinking about starting a family, you may benefit from talking to a genetic counselor — a health care professional trained to assess the risk of inherited disorders. Genetic counseling can help you understand the inheritance pattern of the ty... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis? | Ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis are similar tick-borne illnesses that cause flu-like symptoms, including fever, muscle aches and headache. Signs and symptoms of ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis usually appear within 14 days after a tick bite.
If treated quickly with appropriate antibiotics, you'll likely recover within a f... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis? | Signs and symptoms of ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis are generally the same, although they usually are more severe in ehrlichiosis. Symptoms of ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis, which vary widely from person to person, include:
• Moderate fever
• Chills
• Headache
• Muscles aches or pains
• General feeling of being un... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis? | Ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis are caused by different bacteria.
Ehrlichiosis is caused by different species of ehrlichia bacteria. The Lone Star tick — found in south-central, southeastern and eastern coastal states — is the primary carrier of bacteria causing ehrlichiosis. Black-legged ticks, commonly called deer tic... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis? | Ticks live near the ground in wooded or brushy areas. They do not fly or jump, so they can only reach a host who brushes up against them. Factors that increase your risk of a tick bite include:
• Being outdoors in warm spring and summer months
• Participating in activities in wooded areas, such as camping, hiking or ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis? | Without prompt treatment, ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis can have serious effects on an otherwise healthy adult or child. People with weakened immune systems are at a higher risk of more-serious and life-threatening complications.
Complications of an untreated infection may include:
• Kidney failure
• Respiratory fai... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the prevention of Ehrlichiosis and anaplasmosis? | The best way to steer clear of ehrlichiosis or anaplasmosis is to avoid tick bites when you are outdoors. Most ticks attach themselves to your lower legs and feet as you walk or work in grassy, wooded areas or overgrown fields. After a tick attaches to your body, it usually crawls upward to find a location to burrow in... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Eisenmenger syndrome? | Eisenmenger (I-sun-meng-ur) syndrome is a long-term complication of an unrepaired heart condition present at birth, called a congenital heart defect. Eisenmenger syndrome is life-threatening.
In Eisenmenger syndrome, there is irregular blood flow in the heart and lungs. This causes the blood vessels in the lungs to be... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Eisenmenger syndrome? | Symptoms of Eisenmenger syndrome include:
• Blue or gray skin. Depending on skin color, these changes may be harder or easier to see.
• Chest pain or tightness.
• Coughing up blood.
• Dizziness or fainting.
• Easily tiring and shortness of breath with activity.
• Headaches.
• Large, rounded fingernails or toenai... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Eisenmenger syndrome? | Eisenmenger syndrome is usually caused by an unrepaired hole between the main blood vessels or chambers of the heart. The hole is called a shunt. A shunt is a heart problem present at birth, which means it's a congenital heart defect.
Congenital heart defects that can cause Eisenmenger syndrome include:
• Ventricular... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Eisenmenger syndrome? | A family history of congenital heart defects increases the risk of similar heart problems in a baby. If you've been diagnosed with Eisenmenger syndrome, talk with your healthcare professional about screening other family members for congenital heart defects. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Eisenmenger syndrome? | Eisenmenger syndrome is a life-threatening condition. How well someone with Eisenmenger syndrome does depends on the specific cause and if there are other medical conditions.
Complications of Eisenmenger syndrome may include:
• Low blood oxygen levels.The change in blood flow through the heart sends less oxygen to th... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Embryonal tumors? | Embryonal tumors are growths of cells that happen in the brain. The growths involve cells that are left over from fetal development, called embryonal cells.
Embryonal tumors are a type of brain cancer, also called malignant brain tumor. This means the cells that make up the tumor can grow to invade the brain and cause... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Embryonal tumors? | Symptoms of an embryonal tumor may include:
• Headaches.
• Nausea.
• Vomiting.
• Feeling more tired than usual.
• Double vision.
• Difficulty with balance.
• Seizures. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Embryonal tumors? | The cause of an embryonal tumor often isn't known. This cancer causes a growth of cells in the brain. The growth involves cells that are left over from fetal development, called embryonal cells.
Embryonal tumors start when embryonal cells develop changes in their DNA. A cell's DNA holds the instructions that tell the ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Embryonal tumors? | Risk factors for embryonal tumors include:
• Young age.This cancer can happen at any age. But it happens most often in children.
• Hereditary syndromes.Some conditions that run in families can raise the risk of embryonal tumor. Examples include Fanconi anemia, Li-Fraumeni syndrome, nevoid basal cell carcinoma syndrom... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Emphysema? | Emphysema is a long-term lung condition that causes shortness of breath. Over time, the condition damages the thin walls of the air sacs in the lungs called alveoli. In healthy lungs, these sacs stretch and fill with air when you breathe in. The elastic sacs help the air leave when you breathe out. But when the air sac... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Emphysema? | You can have emphysema for many years without noticing any symptoms. They usually begin gradually and include:
• Shortness of breath, especially with physical activity. This is the main symptom of emphysema.
• Wheezing, whistling or squeaking sound when you breathe out.
• Coughing.
• Chest tightness or heaviness.
... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Emphysema? | Emphysema results from long-term exposure to airborne irritants, including:
• Smoking cigarettes, which is the most common cause.
• Chemical fumes, especially in the workplace.
• Vapors and dusts, especially in the workplace.
Rarely, emphysema results from a gene change passed down in families. This gene change cau... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Emphysema? | Lung damage in emphysema develops gradually. In most people with the condition, symptoms start after age 40.
Factors that increase your risk of developing emphysema include:
• Smoking.Smoking cigarettes or having smoked in the past is the biggest risk factor for emphysema. But people who smoke cigars, pipes or mariju... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Emphysema? | People who have emphysema are more likely to develop:
• High blood pressure in lung arteries.Emphysema may cause high blood pressure in the arteries that bring blood to the lungs. This serious condition is called pulmonary hypertension. Pulmonary hypertension can cause the right side of the heart to expand and weaken,... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the prevention of Emphysema? | To prevent emphysema or to keep symptoms from getting worse:
• Don't smoke. Talk to your healthcare professional about options for quitting.
• Stay away from secondhand smoke.
• Wear a special mask or use other measures to protect your lungs if you work with chemical fumes, vapors or dust.
• Avoid exposure to secon... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Encephalitis? | Encephalitis (en-sef-uh-LIE-tis) is inflammation of the brain. It can be caused by viral or bacterial infections, or by immune cells mistakenly attacking the brain. Viruses that can lead to encephalitis can be spread by insects such as mosquitos and ticks.
When inflammation is caused by an infection in the brain, it's... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Encephalitis? | Encephalitis may cause many different symptoms including confusion, personality changes, seizures or trouble with movement. Encephalitis also may cause changes in sight or hearing.
Most people with infectious encephalitis have flu-like symptoms, such as:
• Headache.
• Fever.
• Aches in muscles or joints.
• Fatigue... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Encephalitis? | In about half of patients, the exact cause of encephalitis is not known.
In those for whom a cause is found, there are two main types of encephalitis:
• Infectious encephalitis.This condition usually occurs when a virus infects the brain. The infection may affect one area or be widespread. Viruses are the most common... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Encephalitis? | Anyone can develop encephalitis. Factors that may increase the risk include:
• Age.Some types of encephalitis are more common or more serious in certain age groups. In general, young children and older adults are at greater risk of most types of viral encephalitis. Similarly, some forms of autoimmune encephalitis are ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Encephalitis? | The complications of encephalitis vary, depending on factors such as:
• Your age.
• The cause of your infection.
• The severity of your initial illness.
• The time from disease onset to treatment.
People with relatively mild illness usually recover within a few weeks with no long-term complications. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the prevention of Encephalitis? | The best way to prevent viral encephalitis is to take precautions to avoid exposure to viruses that can cause the disease. Try to:
• Practice good hygiene.Wash hands often and thoroughly with soap and water, especially after using the toilet and before and after meals.
• Don't share utensils.Don't share tableware and... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of End-stage renal disease? | End-stage renal disease, also called end-stage kidney disease or kidney failure, occurs when chronic kidney disease — the gradual loss of kidney function — reaches an advanced state. In end-stage renal disease, your kidneys no longer work as they should to meet your body's needs.
Your kidneys filter wastes and excess ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of End-stage renal disease? | Early in chronic kidney disease, you might have no signs or symptoms. As chronic kidney disease progresses to end-stage renal disease, signs and symptoms might include:
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Fatigue and weakness
• Changes in how much you urinate
• Chest pain, if fluid builds up around the linin... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of End-stage renal disease? | Kidney disease occurs when a disease or condition impairs kidney function, causing kidney damage to worsen over several months or years. For some people, kidney damage can continue to progress even after the underlying condition is resolved.
Diseases and conditions that can lead to kidney disease include:
• Type 1 or... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of End-stage renal disease? | Certain factors increase the risk that chronic kidney disease will progress more quickly to end-stage renal disease, including:
• Diabetes with poor blood sugar control
• Kidney disease that affects the glomeruli, the structures in the kidneys that filter wastes from the blood
• Polycystic kidney disease
• High blo... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of End-stage renal disease? | Kidney damage, once it occurs, can't be reversed. Potential complications can affect almost any part of your body and can include:
• Fluid retention, which could lead to swelling in your arms and legs, high blood pressure, or fluid in your lungs (pulmonary edema)
• A sudden rise in potassium levels in your blood (hyp... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the prevention of End-stage renal disease? | If you have kidney disease, you may be able to slow its progress by making healthy lifestyle choices:
• Achieve and maintain a healthy weight
• Be active most days
• Limit protein and eat a balanced diet of nutritious, low-sodium foods
• Control your blood pressure
• Take your medications as prescribed
• Have you... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Endometriosis? | Endometriosis (en-doe-me-tree-O-sis) is an often-painful condition in which tissue that is similar to the inner lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. It often affects the ovaries, fallopian tubes and the tissue lining the pelvis. Rarely, endometriosis growths may be found beyond the area where pelvic organs ar... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Endometriosis? | The main symptom of endometriosis is pelvic pain. It's often linked with menstrual periods. Although many people have cramping during their periods, those with endometriosis often describe menstrual pain that's far worse than usual. The pain also may become worse over time.
Common symptoms of endometriosis include:
•... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Women’s health topics - straight to your inbox of Endometriosis? | Get the latest information from our Mayo Clinic experts on women’s health topics, serious and complex conditions, wellness and more.Click to view a previewand subscribe below. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Endometriosis? | The exact cause of endometriosis isn't clear. But some possible causes include:
• Retrograde menstruation.This is when menstrual blood flows back through the fallopian tubes and into the pelvic cavity instead of out of the body. The blood contains endometrial cells from the inner lining of the uterus. These cells may ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Endometriosis? | Factors that raise the risk of endometriosis include:
• Never giving birth.
• Starting your period at an early age.
• Going through menopause at an older age.
• Short menstrual cycles — for instance, less than 27 days.
• Heavy menstrual periods that last longer than seven days.
• Having higher levels of estrogen ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Enlarged breasts in men (gynecomastia)? | Gynecomastia (guy-nuh-koh-MAS-tee-uh) is an increase in the amount of breast gland tissue in boys or men. An imbalance of the hormones estrogen and testosterone causes it. Gynecomastia can affect one or both breasts, sometimes unevenly.
Pseudogynecomastia is an increase in fat but not gland tissue in male breasts.
Ne... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Enlarged breasts in men (gynecomastia)? | Gynecomastia symptoms can include:
• Pain, especially in teenagers.
• Swollen breast tissue.
• Tender breasts.
• Sensitive nipples when they rub against clothes. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Enlarged breasts in men (gynecomastia)? | In people assigned male at birth, the body mainly makes the sex hormone testosterone. It also makes small amounts of the hormone estrogen. Gynecomastia can happen when the amount of testosterone in the body drops compared with estrogen. The decrease can be caused by conditions that lower testosterone or block its effec... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Enlarged breasts in men (gynecomastia)? | Risk factors for gynecomastia include:
• Puberty.
• Older age.
• Obesity.
• Use of anabolic steroids to improve athletic performance.
• Certain health conditions. These include liver and kidney disease, thyroid disease, Klinefelter syndrome and some tumors. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Enlarged breasts in men (gynecomastia)? | Gynecomastia has few physical complications. But it may lead to mental health concerns due to changes in how the chest looks. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the prevention of Enlarged breasts in men (gynecomastia)? | Several factors within your control may lower the risk of gynecomastia:
• Don't use drugs.Examples include anabolic steroids, amphetamines, heroin and marijuana.
• Limit or stay away from alcohol.It helps not to drink alcohol. If you do drink, do so in moderation. That means no more than two drinks a day for men. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly)? | Your spleen is an organ that sits just below your left rib cage. Many conditions — including infections, liver disease and some cancers — can cause an enlarged spleen. An enlarged spleen is also known as splenomegaly (spleh-no-MEG-uh-lee).
An enlarged spleen usually doesn't cause symptoms. It's often discovered during... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly)? | An enlarged spleen typically causes no signs or symptoms, but sometimes it causes:
• Pain or fullness in the left upper belly that can spread to the left shoulder
• A feeling of fullness without eating or after eating a small amount because the spleen is pressing on your stomach
• Low red blood cells (anemia)
• Fre... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly)? | A number of infections and diseases can cause an enlarged spleen. The enlargement might be temporary, depending on treatment. Contributing factors include:
• Viral infections, such as mononucleosis
• Bacterial infections, such as syphilis or an infection of your heart's inner lining (endocarditis)
• Parasitic infect... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly)? | Anyone can develop an enlarged spleen at any age, but certain groups are at higher risk, including:
• Children and young adults with infections, such as mononucleosis
• People who have Gaucher disease, Niemann-Pick disease, and several other inherited metabolic disorders affecting the liver and spleen
• People who l... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly)? | Potential complications of an enlarged spleen are:
• Infection.An enlarged spleen can reduce the number of healthy red blood cells, platelets and white cells in your bloodstream, leading to more frequent infections. Anemia and increased bleeding also are possible.
• Ruptured spleen.Even healthy spleens are soft and e... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the Overview of Entropion? | Entropion (en-TROH-pee-on) is a condition in which your eyelid turns inward so that your eyelashes and skin rub against the eye surface. This causes irritation and discomfort.
When you have entropion, your eyelid may be turned in all the time or only when you blink hard or squeeze your eyelids shut. Entropion is more ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the symptoms of Entropion? | The signs and symptoms of entropion result from the friction of your eyelashes and outer eyelid against the surface of your eye. You may experience:
• The feeling that something is in your eye
• Eye redness
• Eye irritation or pain
• Sensitivity to light and wind
• Watery eyes (excessive tearing)
• Mucous dischar... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the causes of Entropion? | Entropion can be caused by:
• Muscle weakness.As you age, the muscles under your eyes tend to weaken, and the tendons stretch out. This is the most common cause of entropion.
• Scars or previous surgeries.Skin scarred by chemical burns, trauma or surgery can distort the normal curve of the eyelid.
• Eye infection.An... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risk factors of Entropion? | Factors that increase your risk of developing entropion include:
• Age.The older you are, the greater your chances of developing the condition.
• Previous burns or trauma.If you've had a burn or other injury on your face, the resulting scar tissue may put you at higher risk of developing entropion.
• Trachoma infect... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the complications of Entropion? | Corneal irritation and injury are the most serious complications related to entropion because they can lead to permanent vision loss. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the prevention of Entropion? | Generally, entropion isn't preventable. You may be able to prevent the type caused by trachoma infection. If your eyes become red and irritated after you visit an area where trachoma infection is common, seek evaluation and treatment immediately. | local_scraped |
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