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Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Is Eczema Diagnosed? | Your eczema may cause a mild or severe itch. If you think you have eczema, make an appointment with your doctor. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Severe Is Your Eczema? | Each type of eczema can range in severity from mild to severe. In serious cases, it inflames the skin all over your body. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Eczema: What’s the Best Treatment for You? | The right eczema treatment for you depends on your age, medical history, how bad your symptoms are, and other things. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Top Search Terms for Eczema? | • Dyshidrotic Eczema
• Venous Stasis Dermatitis
• Atopic Dermatitis
• Eczema on Face
• Oatmeal Bath
• Severe Eczema | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Eczema, Atopic: What Is Eczema? | Eczema is a common skin condition that causes itchiness, rashes, dry patches, and infection. It's a type of dermatitis, which is a group of conditions that can inflame or irritate your skin. The most common type is atopic dermatitis or atopic eczema. “Atopic” means that you're more likely to get allergic conditions suc... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Eczema, Atopic: Is eczema contagious? | No. You can’t catch eczema from someone or pass it on to others. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Eczema, Atopic: Can eczema be cured? | There is currently no cure for eczema. But with the right treatments, such as medications, ointments, over-the-counter drugs, and home remedies, you can control and manage the symptoms. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Eczema, Atopic: Will eczema go away? | There is no cure. It may go away and then come back. But treatments are very effective in reducing symptoms. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Eczema, Atopic: Why is my eczema flared up? | Different people react to different substances, experiences, and other triggers. Some people have reactions to more than one thing. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Eczema, Atopic: How do you calm down eczema? | Can you cure eczema permanently? | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Eczema, Atopic: Can you cure eczema permanently? | There is no cure, but there are treatments that can soothe flare-ups. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is Eczema, Atopic the difference between eczema and psoriasis? | They have similar symptoms and risk factors, but psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder. The itch resulting from psoriasis is milder than that from eczema. Psoriasis is often located on the scalp, elbows, knees, buttocks, and face, while eczema often occurs on the back of the knees or inside of the elbows. More children h... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eczema, Atopic Eczema Symptoms? | Eczema looks different for everyone. And your flare-ups won’t always happen in the same area.
No matter which part of your skin eczema affects, it's almost alwaysitchy. The itching sometimes starts before the rash. Your skin may also be:
• Red
• Dry and cracked
• Itchy
• Swollen with a rash (color varies depending... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eczema, Atopic Types of Eczema? | Eczema includes conditions such as:
Atopic dermatitis
This is what people usually mean when they say “eczema.” This is the most common form, and it affects more than 7% of American adults. Other allergic disorders, such as asthma and hay fever, can trigger it. It often starts in childhood. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eczema, Atopic Eczema Causes? | Experts aren’t sure what exactly causes eczema. Things that may make it more likely include:
• An immune response to something irritating
• Problems in your skin’s barrier that let moisture out and germs in
• A family history of other allergies or asthma
Is eczema contagious?
No. You can’t catch eczema from someon... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eczema, Atopic Eczema Flare-Ups? | When your immune system responds to something unusual going on inside or outside of the body, it causes inflammation. Inflammation causes the itchy, painful symptoms of eczema. Different people react to different substances, experiences, and triggers. Some people may react to more than one thing.
What causes eczema fl... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eczema, Atopic Eczema Diagnosis? | No one test can spot eczema. Your doctor will probably diagnose it by looking at your skin and asking a few questions.
Because many people with eczema also have allergies, your doctor may order some allergy tests to look for irritants or triggers. Children with eczema are especially likely to have allergy tests.
If y... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eczema, Atopic Eczema Treatment? | Eczema treatment aims to ease and prevent itching, which can lead to infection.
Medications
Your doctor may also prescribe creams and ointments with corticosteroids to ease inflammation. If the area becomes infected, you’ll probably need antibiotics.
Other options include tar treatments (chemicals that reduce itchin... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eczema, Atopic Eczema Health Disparities? | Research shows that 1 in 10 Americans will get eczema during their lifetime. But adult women are more likely to get it than men.
In the U.S., boys and girls are equally likely to have eczema, with about 11% of each gender affected. The condition is more common among non-Hispanic Black children than among children of a... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eczema, Atopic Eczema Complications? | Eczema can lead to skin infections from scratching or cracking. That can break down your skin’s barrier against bacteria and other germs. Complications with eczema can include some or all of the following:
• Asthma or hay fever. Either of these can happen before or after diagnosis.
• Food allergies. These can cause h... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eczema, Atopic Living With Eczema? | Eczema can lead to many complications, but there are ways to manage your daily life and routine if you have the condition. These tips may help you avoid flare-ups and reduce costs.
Eczema diet
Since eczema is linked to allergens in food, there's no one specific diet you should stick to if you have eczema. But it's go... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eczema, Atopic Eczema Prognosis? | Because experts are unsure of the exact causes of eczema, it's best to treat the symptoms and reduce triggers for flare-ups. Speak with your doctor or dermatologist about what the root cause of your eczema might be and how to best manage it. Treatments tend to include a mixture of medications and home remedies.
Can ec... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eczema, Atopic Takeaways? | You can manage your eczema by living a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle. Avoid triggers such as stress, harsh soaps, and rough or scratchy clothing. Keep your skin well-moisturized. This can help you prevent flare-ups and cut down on itchiness. If you feel your eczema is getting worse, let your doctor or dermatologi... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eczema, Atopic Eczema FAQs? | Will eczema go away?
There is no cure. It may go away and then come back. But treatments are very effective in reducing symptoms.
Why is my eczema flared up?
Different people react to different substances, experiences, and other triggers. Some people have reactions to more than one thing.
How do you calm down eczem... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Edward's Syndrome: What Is Trisomy 18? | Trisomy 18 is a condition caused by a problem in your chromosomes. It's also called Edwards syndrome, after the doctor who first described it. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Edward's Syndrome: How Common Is Trisomy 18? | Trisomy 18 is the second-most common type of trisomy syndrome, after trisomy 21 (Down syndrome). About 1 in every 5,000 babies are born with trisomy 18, and most are female. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Edward's Syndrome: How old is the oldest living person with trisomy 18? | The oldest people were reported to be in their early 40s a few years ago. But it's unclear if they are alive today. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Edward's Syndrome: Are babies with trisomy 18 less active in the womb? | Yes, they are often less active. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Edward's Syndrome Trisomy 18 Explained? | Trisomy 18 is a condition caused by a problem in your chromosomes. It's also called Edwards syndrome, after the doctor who first described it.
Chromosomes are the threadlike structures in cells that hold genes. Genes carry the instructions needed to make every part of ababy's body.
When an egg and sperm join and form... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Edward's Syndrome Symptoms of Trisomy 18? | Babies with trisomy 18 are often born very small and frail. They typically have many serious health problems and physical defects, including:
• Cleft palate
• Clenched fists with overlapping fingers that are hard to straighten
• Defects of the lungs, kidneys, and stomach/intestines
• Deformedfeet(called "rocker-bot... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Edward's Syndrome Risk Factors for Trisomy 18? | The risk of having a child with trisomy 18 increases with the age of the mother, though women of any age can have a child with trisomy 18. There isn't anything you can do to lessen your chances of having a child with the condition as it's due to a chromosome disorder.
If you've had one baby with trisomy 18, the risk o... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Edward's Syndrome Trisomy 18 Diagnosis? | The doctor usually will do a screening test using some of the mother's blood. The test can't say for sure if your baby will have trisomy 18, but it can tell if your baby is at risk for it – and for other diseases that come from chromosome errors.
To diagnose trisomy 18, your doctor will take cells from the amniotic fl... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Edward's Syndrome Treatment for Trisomy 18? | There is no cure for trisomy 18. Treatment for trisomy 18 consists of supportive medical care to provide the child with the best quality of life possible. This might include:
• Surgeries, especially for heart defects
• Medicines
• Feeding tubes
• Breathing tubes
• Providing comfort care (as opposed to treatments)
... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Edward's Syndrome Trisomy 18 Life Expectancy? | Because trisomy 18 causes such serious physical defects, many babies with the condition don't survive to birth. About half of babies who are carried full-term are stillborn. Boys with trisomy 18 are more likely to be stillborn than girls.
Of those babies who do survive, half die within the first week of life. Fewer th... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Edward's Syndrome Trisomy 18 and 13? | Trisomy 13 is another chromosomal condition. It's sometimes calledPatau syndrome, after the doctor who first described it.
In this condition, the person has three copies of chromosome 13, instead of two. Most of the time, all the cells in the body have three copies of chromosome 13, but as with trisomy 18, there are r... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Edward's Syndrome Takeaways? | Trisomy 18 is a condition where you have three copies of each chromosome 18 in your body's cells instead of two. This can lead to serious physical and mental disabilities. There is no cure, though treatment can include surgeries, medicines, breathing tubes, and feeding tubes. Some parents opt just for comfort care. Lif... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Edward's Syndrome Trisomy 18 FAQs? | How old is the oldest living person with trisomy 18?
The oldest people were reported to be in their early 40s a few years ago. But it's unclear if they are alive today.
Are babies with trisomy 18 less active in the womb?
Yes, they are often less active. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Egg Allergy: Which Foods Most Often Cause Allergic Reactions? | There are eight foods that cause over 90% offood allergiesin children -- cow's milk, eggs, peanuts, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, and tree nuts (such as walnuts, pecans, and almonds). | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Egg Allergy: How Are Food Allergies Diagnosed? | Your doctor may do a radioallergosorbentbloodtest (RAST) to check the number of antibodies produced by your immune system. Elevated levels of certain types of antibodies can help your doctor identify specific food allergies. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Egg Allergy: How Are Food Allergies Treated? | The best way to cope with a food allergy is to strictly avoid the foods that cause a reaction. Mild reactions often will go away without treatment. Forrashes,antihistaminesmay help reduceitchingand may also relieve congestion and other symptoms. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Egg Allergy: How Can I Be Prepared for Food Allergies? | Once you and your doctor have determined which foods you should avoid, stay away from them. However, it's important to maintain a healthy, nutritious diet. Ask your doctor to recommend foods that will provide the necessarynutrients. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Eisenmenger Syndrome? | Eisenmenger syndrome occurs as the result of a birth defect you are born with. This particular birth defect is also called a congenital heart abnormality. This birth defect changes the waybloodflows through theheart. It means the body doesn’t get enough oxygen. People with this condition have a high risk ofheart failur... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eisenmenger Complex How It Happens? | Your heart has four chambers -- a left and right atrium and a left and right ventricle. As your heart beats,bloodtravels from the body into the right atrium, which sends it to the right ventricle. The right ventricle pumps the blood to thelungs, where it picks up oxygen. When that oxygen-carrying blood goes back to the... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eisenmenger Complex Symptoms? | In most cases, the symptoms show up beforepuberty. Sometimes, they can be spotted during infancy or early childhood.
These symptoms are easiest to spot:
• A bluish color to theskinbecause of lack of oxygen (cyanosis)
• Wide fingertips and toes (clubbing)
• Shortness of breath
• Fluid buildup in parts of the body (... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eisenmenger Complex Diagnosis? | If your child’s doctor suspects Eisenmenger syndrome, they might refer them to a specialist who deals with heart problems in children and young adults. That specialist will look for:
• Blue skin
• Signs of an improper opening between two heart chambers (cardiac shunt)
• High blood pressurein the lungs that won’t res... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Eisenmenger Complex Treatment? | If those tests point to Eisenmenger syndrome, your doctor will talk with you about a treatment plan. The focus will be on lowering blood pressure in thearterythat carries blood to the lungs and getting more oxygen to the body. This can be done in a variety of ways, ranging from drugs to major surgery.
The plan might i... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Living With Eisenmenger Syndrome? | People with this disease don’t live as long as others, and there’s a high risk of sudden death. Most people with Eisenmenger syndrome die between their 20s and 50s. But with careful management, people with this condition may live into their 60s.
If you have Eisenmenger syndrome, you should make sure you’re following y... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Elephantiasis Causes? | Usually, to getelephantiasis, you would have to be bitten by a lot ofmosquitoesover a long time, in a country where certain types ofroundwormsare known to exist.
It starts when mosquitoes infected with the roundworm larvae bite you. The tiny larvae survive in your bloodstream and grow. They finish maturing in yourlymp... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Elephantiasis Symptoms? | You may not know you have elephantiasis until you notice the swelling. Not only will those body parts begin to look bulky and lumpy with stiff, tough skin, there is also pain in the swollen area.
You may also have chills, fever, and just feel bad all over. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Elephantiasis Diagnosis? | Your doctor can find out if you have elephantiasis by giving you aphysical exam. They will ask about your medical history, and whether you’ve traveled to a place where you were more likely to have gotten elephantiasis.
They also will havebloodtests done to see if roundworms are in your bloodstream. These tests need to... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Elephantiasis Treatment? | There are medicines to treat elephantiasis. Your doctor may give you one called diethylcarbamazine (DEC). You’ll take it once a year. It will kill the microscopic worms in your bloodstream.
Another way to treat elephantiasis is to use DEC in combination with a medicine calledivermectin. This is also taken once a year,... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Living With Elephantiasis? | Elephantiasis can be disabling. Sometimes it’s hard to move the affected body parts, which means it could be difficult to work. It might even be hard to get around in your home.
You might also worry about how your condition looks to other people. This can causeanxietyanddepression. If you have elephantiasis and want i... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Pulmonary Embolism? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment | A pulmonary embolism (PE) happens when a blood clot suddenly blocks an artery that supplies blood to your lungs. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is a Pulmonary Embolism? | A pulmonary embolism (PE) happens when a blood clot suddenly blocks an artery that supplies blood to your lungs. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can you recover fully from a pulmonary embolism? | Once you begin treatment, you should begin to feel better within a week. However, the clot itself can take months or even years to dissolve. How well you recover depends on several factors, including the size of the clot and your overall health. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the life expectancy of a person with a pulmonary embolism? | Without prompt treatment, about a third of people with PE die, often within the first few hours at the hospital. Among those who get the right diagnosis and treatment, about 8% die. Your overall health and the cause of your PE play a role in your long-term outlook. One study found that the 1- and 5-year survival rates ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Stages of Pulmonary Embolism? | Pulmonary embolisms are divided into three types.
Acute.When you have an acute PE, the symptoms come on suddenly.
Subacute.This type of PE happens slowly over a period — anywhere from 2 to 12 weeks. The symptoms are more subtle, which makes it more difficult to diagnose. Subacute PE carries a higher risk of death tha... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Pulmonary Embolism Symptoms? | Pulmonary embolism can cause a variety of symptoms. Some of the most common ones are:
• Shortness of breath, which may come on suddenly
• Chest pain, especially when you take a deep breath, lean over, or cough
• Fainting, which is caused by a sudden drop in your blood pressure (this is called syncope)
Other symptom... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Pulmonary Embolism Diagnosis? | It can be difficult to diagnose a pulmonary embolism, and that's especially true if you have another lung or heart problem already. Your doctor will start by asking questions about your medical history to get a clearer picture of what other conditions you might have.
Your doctor will do a physical exam and order tests... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Pulmonary Embolism Risk Factors? | The risk factors are the same as those forDVT. Doctors refer to these as Virchow’s triad. They are:
• Not moving for a long time or having changes in normal blood flow. This often happens if you’ve been in the hospital or on bed rest for a long period. It also could happen during a long flight or vehicle ride.
• Bloo... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Pulmonary Embolism Treatment? | If you have a PE, your treatment might include medicine, surgery, or other procedures. The goal is to keep the clot from growing and to stop new clots from forming.
Medicine.A couple of different types of drugs may be part of your treatment plan. Blood thinners (anticoagulants) such as porcine (Heparin),rivaroxaban (X... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Pulmonary Embolism Complications? | The complications you might experience from a pulmonary embolism include:
• Heart attack
• Stroke
• Death of lung tissue (also called pulmonary infarction)
• Cyanosis, a lack of oxygen in your blood that can cause your skin to turn blue
• Pulmonary hypertension, high blood pressure in your lungs that puts a strain... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Pulmonary Embolism in Pregnancy? | Pulmonary embolism during labor or shortly afterward is one of the most serious pregnancy complications you can have. In developed countries, it's the No. 1 cause of death among those who've just given birth.
Among the things that put you at higher risk for PE during or after childbirth are:
• History of blood clots,... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Embolism, Pulmonary Takeaways? | A pulmonary embolism, or PE, is a blockage in the arteries that deliver blood to your lungs. It can happen when a blood clot forms in your leg (deep vein thrombosis) and travels through your body. Symptoms include being out of breath, chest pain, and passing out. Without quick treatment, this can be a life-threatening ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Pulmonary Embolism FAQs? | Can you recover fully from a pulmonary embolism?
Once you begin treatment, you should begin to feel better within a week. However, the clot itself can take months or even years to dissolve. How well you recover depends on several factors, including the size of the clot and your overall health.
What is the life expect... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Emphysema: What Is COPD? | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a long-term lung condition that makes it hard for you to breathe. COPD is a progressive disease, meaning it gradually gets worse over time. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is Emphysema the life expectancy for a person with COPD? | The exact amount of time you can live with COPD depends on your age, overall health, and symptoms. If you have mild, well-managed COPD, you might live for 10 or 20 years after your diagnosis. Your life expectancy is shorter if you have severe COPD, which takes an estimated 8-9 years off an average person's life. Life e... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Emphysema: How does a person with COPD feel? | When you have COPD, it can feel like breathing takes more effort and you are gasping for air, especially when you are active. Your chest might feel tight and heavy. You might feel tired all the time. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Emphysema: Can I live a normal life with COPD? | Many people can live an active life with COPD. The key is follow your doctor's recommendations for managing your condition, with medications, a healthy lifestyle, and other supports, such as pulmonary rehabilitation. Joining a COPD patient support group could help as well. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Emphysema Types of COPD? | COPD is an umbrella term used when you have one or more of these conditions:
Emphysema.This results from damage to the small air sacs, called alveoli, inside your lungs. These little sacs transfer oxygen from your lungs to your bloodstream. When they get damaged, their walls break down, leaving larger air spaces in yo... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Emphysema COPD Causes? | Long-term exposure to things that irritate your lungs is the most common cause. In the U.S., that’s cigarette, pipe, or other types of tobacco smoke. Smoking causes about 90% of COPD.
Tobacco smoke triggers irritation and swelling, narrowing your airways. It also damages cilia, so they can't clear mucus as well.
Othe... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Emphysema Risk Factors for COPD? | You are more likely to develop COPD if you:
• Smoke. The risk is highest for cigarette smokers and increases with the number of years and amount you smoke, whether it's cigarettes, pipes, or cigars.
• Spend a lot of time around other smokers
• Work around certain chemicals or dust from grain, wood, or mining product... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Emphysema COPD Symptoms? | At first, you might not have any symptoms. But as the disease gets worse, you might notice these common signs of COPD:
• A cough that doesn't go away
• Coughing up lots of mucus
• Shortness of breath (trouble taking a deep breath and feeling like you can't get enough air)
• Worsening shortness of breath when you cl... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Emphysema COPD Diagnosis? | Your doctor will ask about your symptoms, your medical history, and whether you smoke or have been exposed to chemicals, dust, or smoke at work. They'll ask questions like:
• How long have you been coughing?
• What makes your shortness of breath worse?
• Do you cough up mucus?
They’ll also do aphysical exam. During... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Emphysema COPD Stages? | Doctors often describe the way COPD progresses in four stages, which you might hear described as GOLD grades. GOLD stands for Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease. That's a group that sets widely used guidelines for COPD treatment.
These stages are based in part on how badly your airflow is blocked a... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Emphysema COPD Treatments? | There’s no cure, so the goal of treatment is to ease your symptoms and slow the disease. Your doctor will also work with you to prevent or treat any complications and improve your overall quality of life.
One of the best things you can do to stop yourCOPDfrom getting worse is tostop smoking. Talk to your doctor about ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Emphysema Living With COPD? | Though there’s no cure, there are things you can do to stay healthy and ease your symptoms. Try taking these steps to enhance your quality of life:
• If you smoke, stop.
• Avoid smoke, fumes, dust, and air pollution as much as you can.
• Take your medications as directed.
• Get regular checkups.
• Do breathing exe... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Emphysema COPD Exacerbations? | There may be times when your symptoms get worse for days or weeks. You might notice you’re coughing more with more mucus, have more trouble breathing, are struggling more to sleep, and feel worse.Your doctor will call this an acute exacerbation or a flare-up. If you don’t treat it, it could lead to lung failure. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Emphysema Track Your COPD Diet and Treatments? | You can improve life with COPD by taking part in the management of your condition. One way to help your doctor is to monitor your COPD symptoms, diet, and exercise daily.
Keeping a daily written log may help you recognize a COPD exacerbation when it begins. With a log, you’re more likely to notice when COPD symptoms s... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Emphysema Takeaways? | COPD makes it hard for you to breathe and tends to get worse over time. But there are lots of things you can do to slow it down and feel better. Work with your doctor to come up with a management plan that gives you the best quality of life possible. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Emphysema COPD FAQs? | What is the life expectancy for a person with COPD?
The exact amount of time you can live with COPD depends on your age, overall health, and symptoms. If you have mild, well-managed COPD, you might live for 10 or 20 years after your diagnosis. Your life expectancy is shorter if you have severe COPD, which takes an est... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Empty Sella Syndrome? | Within your skull, there’s a small, bony nook at the base of yourbrainthat holds and protects your pituitary gland (which controls how hormones work in your body). This tiny structure is called the sella turcica. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Empty Sella Syndrome Symptoms? | Most people who have ESS don’t have any signs of it. Some doctors think that fewer than 1% of people who have it have symptoms or problems because of it.
When people do have symptoms, these are the most common:
• Headaches
• High blood pressure
• Fatigue
• Impotence(in men)
• Lowsex drive
• No menstrual periods ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Empty Sella Syndrome Diagnosis? | If you have symptoms of ESS, your doctor will ask about your medical history and recommend an imaging test of yourbrainto see if your sella turcica looks empty. These scans might include:
• Magnetic resonance imaging(MRI) scan: This uses powerful magnets and radio waves to make detailed pictures of the inside of yourb... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Empty Sella Syndrome Treatment? | If you have ESS but it’s not causing any issues for you, you probably won’t need treatment.
If you do have symptoms, your doctor may offer:
• Medicine.If your pituitary gland isn’t putting out the right amounts of hormones, your doctor may give youdrugsto help fix that.
• Surgery.If spinal fluid is leaking from your... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Encephalofacial Angiomatosis What Causes Port-Wine Stains? | Port-wine stains are a kind of vascular birthmark, meaning that they're related to the skin'sbloodvessels. These birthmarks, including port-wine stains, are not caused by anything the mother does or doesn't do before or during their pregnancy. You can't prevent them.
A port-wine stain happens when chemical signals in ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Encephalofacial Angiomatosis What Happens to Port-Wine Stains? | Unlike some other birthmarks, such as a "stork bite" or "strawberry," a port-wine stain grows as the child grows. The birthmark will last into adulthood. The color usually gets darker, turning purple or a deep red. The skin of a port-wine stain often gets thicker, and it may go from feeling smooth to pebbly.
The birth... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Encephalofacial Angiomatosis What to Do About a Port-Wine Stain? | Your doctor can check the birthmark during a regular visit and let you know if there could be any problems.
A port-wine stain, especially when it's large or on their face, might affect a kid's self-esteem. It might make others treat them differently, too. If you're concerned, ask your doctor about your options. For in... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Endocarditis? | Endocarditis is a serious inflammation caused by an infection in the lining of your heart's chambers and valves. It happens when germs or bacteria from other parts of your body, such as yourmouth, spread through yourbloodand attach to this lining. If the infection isn't treated withantibioticsor surgery, it can do perm... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is endocarditis treatable? | It takes about two to six weeks to treat endocarditis with antibiotic therapy, usually begun in a hospital. The type of antibiotics used and the length of treatment depend on what organism has caused your infection. Sometimes, surgery is needed to replace a damaged valve. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Types of Endocarditis? | There are several types of endocarditis:
Acute endocarditis.Acute infective endocarditis comes on suddenly and may quickly become life threatening if left untreated. It happens when an otherwise healthy heart valve is invaded by an aggressive germ such as staphylococcus, a common bacteria that lives on the skin, which... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Endocarditis Symptoms? | If you develop endocarditis, you may get sudden symptoms, or you may develop them over time. The way you feel will depend on how healthy your heart is and what caused your infection. The symptoms can also vary from person to person but may include:
Flu-like symptoms.You may develop afever, chills, andnight sweats. You... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Endocarditis Causes? | Endocarditis is caused by germs that travel to your heart through your bloodstream. The bacteria enter your body through your mouth, skin, throat, or intestines and, under certain conditions, endocarditis develops. If you have a healthy heart, it's unlikely that you'll develop endocarditis. Your immune system typically... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Endocarditis Diagnosis? | If you notice symptoms of endocarditis or your doctor thinks you might have it, they may suggest some tests. They'll also likely listen to your heart with a stethoscope to see if you have a new or changed heart murmur. If they need more information before making a diagnosis, they may order one or more of the following ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Endocarditis Treatment? | In most cases, your doctor will prescribe antibiotics. Usually, you will stay in the hospital for about a week to receive them through an IV. You may need IV antibiotics for two to six weeks, but some of that might be from home. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Endocarditis Prevention? | Understanding how to recognize the signs of endocarditis can help you get quick treatment. If you notice any symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. If you're diagnosed with endocarditis, you may want to get a special card from the American Heart Association to keep in your wallet.
Dental hygiene is an important pa... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Life Expectancy After Endocarditis? | With early diagnosis and treatment, more than 90% of people with bacterial endocarditis recover. Those with a fungal endocarditis infection usually fare worse. Which side of your heart is affected can also alter your outlook. Those with right side endocarditis tend to do better than those with left side illness. If you... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Endocarditis Takeaways? | Endocarditis is inflammation and infection of the heart's valves and inner lining, the endocardium. It's caused by bacteria, fungi, or other germs that travel through the bloodstream into the heart. People with an otherwise healthy heart are usually not at a risk of endocarditis, but you are more at risk if you have an... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Endocarditis FAQs? | Is endocarditis treatable?
It takes about two to six weeks to treat endocarditis with antibiotic therapy, usually begun in a hospital. The type of antibiotics used and the length of treatment depend on what organism has caused your infection. Sometimes, surgery is needed to replace a damaged valve.
Can you fully reco... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Have Endocarditis Prevention Guidelines Changed? | In 2007, the American Heart Association Endocarditis Committee -- together with other experts -- issued guidelines to help prevent endocarditis. These replaced guidelines issued in 1997. After reviewing published studies, the committee found that only a small number of cases of infective endocarditis might be prevented... | local_scraped |
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