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Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giardiasis Complications? | Giardiasis can cause problems even after the infection has gone away. These can be especially serious in infants and children.
• Dehydration. This is when your body doesn’t have enough water to work normally. It’s often the result of severe diarrhea.
• Failure to thrive. Long-term diarrhea can affect a child’s mental... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giardiasis Prevention? | There isn’t avaccineto prevent it, but there are steps you can take:
• Wash your handsafter you use the toilet, after you change diapers, and before you eat or prepare food.
• Filter or boil water if you’re outdoors.
• Try not to swallow water when you swim in a pool, lake, or stream.
• Drink bottled water when you... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Gingivitis: What Is Gum Disease? | Gums are the tissues that surround your teeth and hold them in place. Gum disease is an infection of this tissue. Your dentist might call it periodontal disease or periodontitis. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Gingivitis: Is Gum Disease Linked to Other Health Problems? | According to the CDC, researchers have uncovered potential links between gum disease and other serious health conditions. In people with a healthy immune system, the bacteria in the mouth that makes its way into the bloodstream is usually harmless. But under certain circumstances, these germs are linked to health probl... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Gingivitis: Is periodontal disease contagious? | It can be. Bacteria cause gum disease. Those bacteria can pass through saliva if you kiss someone who has gum disease or share utensils with them. You can't catch periodontal disease just from being close to someone. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Gingivitis: Can gum disease be reversed? | You can reverse gum disease if you treat it early enough. Once you've lost bone around your teeth, it's not reversible. But you can still slow or stop gum disease with treatment and good oral hygiene. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Gingivitis: What can gum disease lead to? | Late-stage gum disease can lead to tooth loss. Bacteria may also get into your blood and cause coronary artery disease, lung disease, rheumatoid arthritis, poor blood sugar control, and other health problems. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Gingivitis: Can I stop gum disease from spreading? | Yes. One way to stop gum disease is to control the infection with nonsurgical or surgical treatments. To keep your teeth and gums healthy, brush and floss regularly to remove plaque. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Gingivitis: Can you live a long life with gum disease? | You can have a normal lifespan if you treat gum disease. Uncontrolled gum disease causes inflammation in your body that could shorten your life. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Gingivitis vs. Periodontitis? | Gingivitis is swelling, redness, and bleeding in the part of your gums that surround your teeth. It's a milder form of gum disease that can lead to periodontitis if you don't treat it.
When you forget to brush, floss, and rinse with mouthwash, a sticky film of bacteria and food called plaque builds up around yourteeth... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Gingivitis Periodontal Disease Stages? | Periodontal disease has four stages. It starts with mild swelling and redness of the gums and can lead to bone damage and tooth loss. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Gingivitis Gum Disease Causes? | Plaque is the main cause of gum disease. Gingivitis happens like this:
• Bacteria collect on your teeth after you eat sweet or starchy foods.
• If you don't brush and floss well, those bacteria form a sticky film called plaque on your teeth.
• Plaque turns into a hard deposit called tartar along your gums.
• Tartar... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Gingivitis Gum Disease Symptoms? | Although the symptoms of periodontal disease could be hard to spot, there usually are warning signs.
The most common symptoms of gum disease include:
• Gums that bleed when you brush your teeth
• Red, swollen gums (healthy gums should be pink and firm)
• Pain or tenderness in the gums
• Bad breath or a bad taste i... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Gingivitis Gum Disease Diagnosis? | A dentist diagnoses gum disease. During a dental exam, the dentist will ask about your symptoms and look for:
• Bleeding, swollen gums
• Pockets between your gums and teeth
• Receding gums
• A change in your bite
• Loose teeth
Your dentist may refer you to a gum specialist called a periodontist for more tests and... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Gingivitis Gum Disease Treatment? | The goals of gum disease treatment are to help your gums reattach to your teeth, reduce swelling, and stop the disease from getting worse. Which treatment plan your dentist or periodontist suggests depends on:
• How severe your gum disease is
• What treatments you've already tried
• How healthy you are
• Whether yo... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Gingivitis Gum Disease Prevention? | Gingivitis can be reversed and gum disease can be kept from getting worse in nearly all cases when proper plaque control is practiced. Proper plaque control consists of professional cleanings at least twice a year and daily brushing and flossing.
Brush your teeth twice a day. Use a soft-bristled brush and fluoride too... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Gingivitis Takeaways? | Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease. It can lead to periodontal disease and tooth loss. Good oral hygiene and quick treatment can stop gingivitis and help preserve your teeth. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Gingivitis Gum Disease FAQs? | What can gum disease lead to?
Late-stage gum disease can lead to tooth loss. Bacteria may also get into your blood and cause coronary artery disease, lung disease, rheumatoid arthritis, poor blood sugar control, and other health problems.
Can I stop gum disease from spreading?
Yes. One way to stop gum disease is to ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Why do people take ginkgo? | Ginkgo improvesbloodflow to thebrainand acts as anantioxidant. These effects may translate into some benefits for certain medical problems, but the results have been mixed. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How much ginkgo should you take? | There is no standard dose of ginkgo bilobasupplements. A common dose in people with dementia is 40 milligrams of that extract three times daily. For improving cognitive function in healthy people, studies have used between 120 milligrams to 240 milligrams of the extract daily. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can you get ginkgo naturally from foods? | The only source of ginkgo is the ginkgo tree. Most ginkgosupplementsare derived from the leaves. Ginkgo seeds can be dangerous, especially when raw. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the risks of taking ginkgo? | Given the potential risks, ginkgo is not recommended for children or for women who are pregnant orbreastfeeding. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giving a Child an Epinephrine Shot Video Transcript? | There is no transcript available. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Gather Insulin Supplies? | Select a clean, dry work area, and gather the following insulin supplies:
• Bottle of insulin
• Sterile insulin syringe (needle attached) with wrapper removed
• Two alcohol wipes (or cotton balls and a bottle ofrubbing alcohol)
• One container for used equipment (such as a hard plastic or metal container with a scr... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Prepare the Insulin and Syringe? | • Remove the plastic cap from the insulin bottle.
• Roll the bottle of insulin between your hands two to three times to mix the insulin. Do not shake the bottle, as air bubbles can form and affect the amount of insulin withdrawn.
• Wipe off the rubber part on the top of the insulin bottle with an alcohol pad or cotto... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are How to Measure a Mixed Dose of Insulin? | Your doctor may prescribe two types of insulin to be injected at once for diabetes. This mixed dose may provide betterblood sugarcontrol for some people. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Rotate Insulin Injection Sites? | Because you will be injecting insulin on a regular basis for diabetes, you need to know where to inject it and how to rotate (move) your injection sites. By rotating your injection sites, you will make yourinjectionseasier, safer, and more comfortable. If the same injection site is used over and over again, you may dev... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giving Insulin Shots to Adults Select and Clean the Injection Site? | Choose an injection site for your insulin shot.
Do not inject near joints, thegroinarea, navel, the middle of the abdomen, or near scars.
Clean the injection site (about 2 inches of your skin) in a circular motion with an alcohol wipe or a cotton ball dampened with rubbing alcohol. Leave the alcohol wipe or cotton ba... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Inject the Insulin? | Using the hand you write with, hold the barrel of the syringe (with the needle end down) like a pen, being careful not to put your finger on the plunger.
• Remove the needle cap.
• With your other hand, gently pinch a two- to three-inch fold of skin on either side of the cleaned injection site.
• Insert the needle w... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giving Insulin Shots to Adults Dispose of the Syringe and Needle? | Do not cap the needle. Drop the entire syringe and needle into your container for used "sharps" equipment. When the container is full, put the lid or cover on it and throw it away with the trash.
Do NOT put this container in the recycling bin. Some communities have specific disposal laws. Check with your local health ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Giving Yourself an Epinephrine Shot: What Is Anaphylaxis? | Anaphylaxis (or "anaphylactic shock") is a life-threatening allergic reaction that needs to be treated right away. If you have an anaphylactic reaction, you need a dose of epinephrine (adrenaline) as soon as possible. Left untreated, it can be deadly. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giving Yourself an Epinephrine Shot Stages of Anaphylaxis? | Anaphylaxis and its symptoms usually happen in stages. But it can worsen fast. Your symptoms are likely mild at first and will get worse over time. By recognizing a reaction early, you can get help before your symptoms are more severe or life-threatening. These stages include:
• Stage 1.Your symptoms are mild. You mig... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giving Yourself an Epinephrine Shot Symptoms of Anaphylaxis? | The first signs of an anaphylactic reaction may look like typical allergy symptoms: a runny nose or a skin rash. But within about 30 minutes, more serious signs appear.
You'll usually have more than one of these signs:
• Coughing or wheezing
• Pain, itching, or tightness in your chest
• Fainting, dizziness, confusi... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giving Yourself an Epinephrine Shot Causes of Anaphylaxis? | Anaphylaxis happens when you have an antibody, something that usually fights infection, that reacts too much to something that should be harmless, like food. It might not happen the first time you come in contact with the trigger, but it can get worse over time. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giving Yourself an Epinephrine Shot Risk Factors for Anaphylaxis? | You're at higher risk for anaphylaxis if you've had it before. Your reactions may get worse every time you have them.
Other things that can increase your risk include:
• Allergies
• Asthma
• Other conditions like heart disease
• Too many white blood cells (mastocytosis) | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giving Yourself an Epinephrine Shot Anaphylaxis Diagnosis? | If you think you have serious allergies or are at risk for anaphylaxis, see a doctor. Your doctor will ask you about any signs ofallergic reactionsyou've had. They'll ask if you've seen signs of a reaction from:
• Foods
• Medicines
• Latex
• Insect bites or stings
To find out if you have an allergy that could caus... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giving Yourself an Epinephrine Shot Treatment for Anaphylaxis? | Epinephrine is the most effective anaphylaxis medication, and you should take it right away. If you’ve had an anaphylactic reaction before, you should carry at least two doses of epinephrine with you at all times.Epinephrineexpires, so make sure your prescription is up to date. If you have an anaphylactic reaction and ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giving Yourself an Epinephrine Shot Anaphylaxis Prevention? | To protect yourself against anaphylaxis, the best way is to find out what caused your reaction and stay away from it. Some other steps to protect yourself include:
• Medical alert necklace or bracelet.These will alert other people around you to help you avoid your triggers or catch a reaction quickly before it gets wo... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Giving Yourself an Epinephrine Shot Anaphylaxis Complications? | When your anaphylaxis is severe, it can be fatal. It can stop you from breathing. You may not have a heartbeat anymore. Your risk for the most serious complications are even greater if you have other health conditions, such as heart disease, asthma, or other lung diseases. If you are at risk for anaphylaxis, make sure ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Glaucoma? | Glaucoma is a condition that damages your eye's optic nerve, and it gets worse over time. It's often linked to a buildup of pressure inside your eye. Glaucoma tends to run in families. You usually don’t get it until later in life. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is Glaucoma Hereditary? | It can be. Your risk is higher if you have a first-degree relative with the condition. That means you could get glaucoma if your mother, father, or full sister or brother has it. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Can I Help a Parent With Glaucoma? | A glaucoma diagnosis can be scary. Many older people are dealing with several problems that come with age. They often worry that they will become a burden to the family if they lose their vision. So first, reassure your parent that many people keep their vision with proper medication and care. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Glaucoma Causes? | The fluid inside your eye, called aqueous humor, usually flows out of your eye through a mesh-like channel. If this channel gets blocked or the eye is producing too much fluid, the liquid builds up. Sometimes, experts don’t know what causes this blockage, but it can be inherited, meaning it’s passed from parents to chi... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Glaucoma Risk Factors? | Glaucoma mostly affects adults older than 40, but young adults, children, and even infants can have it. African Americans tend to get it more often, at a younger age, and with morevision loss.
You’re more likely to get it if you:
• Are of African American, Irish, Russian, Japanese, Hispanic, Inuit, or Scandinavian de... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Types of Glaucoma? | There are two main types:
Open-angle glaucoma.This is the most common type. Your doctor may also call it wide-angle glaucoma. The drain structure in your eye (called the trabecular meshwork) looks fine, but fluid doesn’t flow out the way it should.
Angle-closure glaucoma.This is more common in Asia. It is also called... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Congenital Glaucoma in Infants? | This usually shows up in newborns or during the baby’s first few years. Symptoms include:
• Tearing, sensitivity to light, andeyelid spasms
• A larger cornea and clouding of the normally transparent cornea
• Habitual rubbing of the eyes, squinting, or keeping the eyes closed much of the time | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Glaucoma Symptoms? | Open-Angle Glaucoma
Most people with open-angle glaucoma don’t have symptoms. If symptoms do show up, they're usually late in the disease. That’s why glaucoma is often called the "sneak thief of vision." The main sign is usually loss of side, or peripheral, vision.
Angle-Closure Glaucoma
Symptoms ofangle-closureglau... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Glaucoma Diagnosis? | Higher-than-normal eye pressure doesn’t mean that you have glaucoma. In fact, some people with normal pressure can have it, whereas others with higher levels may not. High pressure without damage to the optic nerve is calledocular hypertension. If you have this, your doctor will want to test your eyes often. Glaucoma t... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Glaucoma Treatment? | Open-angle glaucoma is most often treated with combinations ofeyedrops, laser trabeculoplasty, and microsurgery. Doctors tend to start with medications, but early laser surgery or microsurgery could work better for some people.
Glaucoma Medications
Glaucoma eyedrops.These either lower the creation of fluid in your ey... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tips for Living With Glaucoma? | Glaucoma is a lifelong condition and needs continual follow-up with your eye doctor. There are other things you can do to help keep your eyes healthy.
Get moving. Regular exercise may help lower eye pressure and keep blood flowing to the nerves in your eye. Some activities can increase pressure, so talk to your doctor... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Glaucoma Prevention? | You can’t prevent glaucoma. But if you find it early, you can lower your risk of eye damage. These steps may help protect your vision:
Get regular eye exams.The sooner your doctor spots the signs of glaucoma, the sooner you can start treatment. All adults need to be checked for glaucoma every 3 to 5 years. If you’re o... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Glaucoma When to Call the Doctor? | It's time to call the doctor if your eye is painful and red. It can be a sign of:
• Acute narrow-angle glaucoma
• Inflammation
• Infection
• Other serious eye conditions.
To prevent permanent eye damage or blindness, you may need medical attention right away.
You should also call them if you get drowsy, tired, or... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Glaucoma Takeaways? | If you're at high risk for glaucoma, make sure you schedule a comprehensivedilated eyeexam every 2 years. Early detection is critical to saving your sight if you do get glaucoma. If you have sudden eye pain, among other symptoms, it may be theacute closed- or narrow-angle forms of glaucoma. Go to your nearest emergency... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Glaucoma FAQs? | 1.What is the main cause of glaucoma?
The fluid inside your eye, called aqueous humor, usually flows out of your eye through a mesh-like channel. If this channel gets blocked or the eye is producing too much fluid, the liquid builds up. Sometimes, experts don’t know what causes this blockage, but it can be inherited, ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Lynch Syndrome? | Lynch syndromeis a condition that makes people more likely to get certain cancers. It's passed down from parents to children through problem genes. People who have it have about a 40% to 80% chance of getting colorectalcancerby age 70. They’re also at risk for cancer of the uterus, ovaries, orstomach. And they tend to ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Glioma-Polyposis Syndrome: What Causes It? | Lynch syndrome is caused by a problem in one of five genes in your DNA. These are the genes that affect how well your cells can spot mistakes and fix them as they grow and multiply. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Glioma-Polyposis Syndrome: What Are the Treatment Options? | If you have Lynch syndrome, be sure to get regular screenings in order to find any cancers at their earliest stages, when they’re easiest to treat.Colon canceris 90% curable when you catch it early. If you’re at risk, you should start getting checkups much earlier than usual. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Signs of Lynch Syndrome? | If you getcolon cancerbefore age 50, that's a possible sign. Other things that may suggest a risk of Lynch syndrome include:
• Other people in your family had colon cancer when they were young.
• Women in your family have had endometrial oruterine cancer.
• Members of your family have had cancer of thekidney,liver, ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Glioma-Polyposis Syndrome Other Cancer Risks? | Lynch syndrome is the most common reason why some women get cancer of the uterus. It also can raise your risk of these types of cancer:
• Brain
• Gallbladderducts
• Liver
• Ovaries
• Pancreas
• Skin
• Small intestine
• Stomach
• Sebaceous gland
• Upper urinary tract
If you have Lynch syndrome, you're also mo... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tips for Living With Lynch Syndrome? | Aside fromcancer screenings, a healthy lifestyle may help you prevent colorectal cancer.Dietshigh in veggies, fruit, andwhole grainscan help lower your risk. So can regularexercise, keeping ahealthy weight, and limitingalcohol.
There is some evidence that takingaspirinevery day for at least 2 years may decrease the ri... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Glossitis Areata Migrans: 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. | Glossitis Areata Migrans: 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 Glossitis Areata Migrans 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 Glossitis Areata Migrans 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 Glossitis Areata Migrans 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 Glossitis Areata Migrans 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 Glossitis Areata Migrans 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 Are Glucosamine and Chondroitin? | Glucosamine andchondroitin sulfateare components of normal cartilage. In the body, they are the building blocks for cartilage and appear to stimulate the body to make more cartilage. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Glucosamine and Chondroitin: Which Brand of Arthritis Supplement Should I Use? | There are many different brands of glucosamine and chondroitin, which are usually sold together as one arthritis supplement. Again, there is no government monitoring to ensure the purity of these products. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Glucosamine and Chondroitin: Who Should Not Take These Arthritis Supplements? | People with diabetes should use caution when taking glucosamine because it may raise blood sugar. People takingblood-thinning medication (anticoagulants) should check with their doctors before taking glucosamine and chondroitin. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Glucosamine and Chondroitin: What Is MSM and Can It Help My Arthritis? | MSM, or methylsulfonylmethane, is a supplement that is used to try to help a wide range of conditions, including arthritis, allergies, and evensnoring. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is a Gluten-Free Diet? | Before tackling the gluten-freediet, let's get to know our culprit. Gluten is a specific type of protein, but one you won't find in meat or eggs. Instead gluten is found primarily in wheat, rye, andbarley. Going gluten-free means avoiding these grains. A gluten-free diet is essential for most people with gluten allergi... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Gluten-Free Diet Slideshow: Who Misses the Breading? | You don't need to hide the succulent charms of fresh chicken, fish, and beef under a bunch of bread. Go for lean meat without any additives and you'll be eating right for a gluten-free diet. Do keep in mind that hot dogs and deli meats are processed, so check the ingredients for additives that might contain gluten. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Gluten-Free Diet Slideshow: Beer Contains Gluten -- Who Knew? | Unfortunately for fans of the six-pack, most beers are made with barley malt. While there are some gluten-free beers, it's best to check with your doctor or dietitian about whether these are safe for you. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is a Goiter? | Agoiteris an enlargement of yourthyroid gland. That's the gland at the front of your neck just below your Adam's apple. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Types of Goiters? | Since many things can make your thyroid swell, there are lots of types of goiters. A few of them are:
Simple goiters, which happen when your thyroid gland doesn't make enough hormones. The thyroid grows larger to make up for this.
Endemic goiters.Sometimes called colloid goiters, these are caused by a lack of iodine ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Goiter Symptoms? | The symptoms of agoiterinclude swelling at the front base of the neck, ranging from a small lump or multiple nodules to a general enlargement on one or both sides of your neck.
You may also have:
• A hoarse voice
• Tightness in your throat
• Dizziness when you raise your arms
• Swollen neck veins
• Coughing
• Tr... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Goiter Causes and Risk Factors? | Goiters don't represent any one disease. They can form quickly or very slowly over years.
Before iodized salt was introduced in 1920, iodine deficiency was the main cause of goiters in the U.S. It still is worldwide. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Goiter Diagnosis? | Often, your doctor will diagnose your goiter simply by examining your neck. You may then have tests to find out what caused it and how it affects you. They include:
• Anultrasoundto see how large your thyroid is and whether you have nodules
• Blood teststo measure your thyroid hormone levels and see whether you have ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Goiter Treatment? | A goiter may not need treatment, especially if it is small and thyroid hormone levels are normal. But if your thyroid hormone levels are too high or too low, you will need treatment. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Call Your Doctor About a Goiter If:? | You should call the doctor if you experience any of the above symptoms with a goiter because you may have hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism that needs treatment. Goiters are slow-growing, but if you have a large goiter and notice shortness of breath or voice changes, you should call the doctor. The goiter may be pressi... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Graft Versus Host Disease? | Graft versus host disease, or GVHD, is a complication of a stem cell transplant, a treatment for blood cancers and certain blood or immune system disorders. With GVHD, white blood cells called T cells from the donor -- the graft, or the “G” in GVHD -- attack cells within the recipient’s, or host’s, body. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Graft versus Host Disease Causes? | There have been many advances in tissue typing to match people to the best donors, but sometimes there’s a mismatch between the host and the donor that involves the human leukocyte antigen (HLA). This is a molecule on the surface of nearly every cell in the body. That can lead to GVHD. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Graft versus Host Disease Symptoms? | Each organ that acute GVHD affects shows its own signs:
• Your skin. The very first symptom is often a sunburn-like rash on the ears, the back of the neck, the shoulders, palms, and soles. It can be itchy or painful and may spread across your entire body. Sometimes, blister-like lesions develop.
• Your GI tract. Your... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Graft versus Host Disease Getting a Diagnosis? | Your doctor may be able to diagnose GVHD from your symptoms alone.
It’s also possible to make a chronic GVHD diagnosis from telltale signs during an exam. Sometimes, skin lesions, mouth sores, dry eyes, or genital changes might look like chronic GVHD, but you’ll need tests to confirm it.
Chronic GVHD may be mild, mod... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Graft versus Host Disease Questions for Your Doctor? | GVHD is a complicated condition. Arm yourself with as much information as you can. To start, ask your doctor for answers to these questions:
• Do I need a team of specialists to monitor the different organs involved?
• How often do I need follow-up visits?
• How long does the type of GVHD I have tend to last?
• Am ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Graft versus Host Disease Treatment? | Treatment is tailored to your symptoms and how severe they are. It may take a team of experts.
If your GVHD is mild, your doctor may just keep an eye on you. If only your skin is involved, they might have you apply a steroid ointment. If you have chronic GVHD of your eyes, you may usespecial eyedrops. If you have more... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Graft versus Host Disease Taking Care of Yourself? | There’s a lot you can do to boost your physical health:
• Take steps to avoid infections -- wash your hands often, and avoid any visits from loved ones who are sick.
• Pamper your skin. Use rich creams -- with your doctor’s OK -- to ease dryness. Wash with the gentlest cleansers, and avoid hot water. Talk to your doc... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Graft versus Host Disease What to Expect? | It can be hard to live with GVHD, especially since treatment can take months or years. Besides any physical symptoms. Depression and anxiety are common. These emotional side effects often go away when GVHD gets better.
But you don’t have to let them take over your life even temporarily. Find ways to express your feeli... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Graft versus Host Disease Getting Support? | A strong support system will help you manage your physical and emotional symptoms. Your network starts with close family and friends and extends to your care team. For insights from people who have gone through GVHD, expand that network with a support group. You and the group members can help each other see that you’re... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Mycosis Fungoides? | Sometimes a redrashis more than an annoying skin problem. It can be a sign of illness, including a blood cancer with a big name:mycosis fungoides. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Granuloma Fungoides: Does It Spread? | It usually doesn't go beyond the skin. Many people live a normal life while treating the rash. However, in 10% of people, thecancerspreads to lymph nodes or other organs, which can be serious. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Granuloma Fungoides Symptoms? | Mycosis fungoides usually develops slowly and moves through four phases. But not everyone goes through all of them:
• First phase: A scaly redrash, usually in areas that don't get sunlight, such as your rear end; there are no other symptoms in this phase, and it may last months or even years.
• Second phase:A thin re... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Granuloma Fungoides Diagnosis? | It can be hard for your doctor to know for sure that you have mycosis fungoides. The patches or plaques can look like eczema, psoriasis, or another commonskin problem. It's possible to have it for years before you get the right diagnosis.
Your doctor will take a small sample of your skin -- abiopsy-- and put it under ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Granuloma Fungoides Treatment? | Mycosis fungoides is rarely cured, but some people stay inremissionfor a long time. In early stages, it's often treated with medicines or therapies that target just your skin. Your doctor may use more than one approach:
Creams, gels, or lotions:These include corticosteroids,vitamin Amedicines called retinoids, and che... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Living With Mycosis Fungoides? | This cancer can make your skin very dry and itchy. Here are a few things you can do:
• Take short, lukewarm baths or showers. Long, hot ones can make dryness and itchiness worse.
• Pat your skin dry -- don't rub it.
• Use an unscented skin moisturizer after bathing so moisture gets locked in.
• Put a cold compress ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Graves' Disease? | Graves' disease is an autoimmune condition that causes yourthyroidto become hyperactive, making it work harder than it needs to. It is one of the most commonthyroid problemsand the leading cause ofhyperthyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland produces too many hormones. The condition gets its name from the ma... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is Graves' disease hereditary? | Heredity, environment, and other characteristics seem to play a role in the likelihood that you’ll have Graves’ disease. But no single gene has been found to cause Graves' disease. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is Graves' disease curable? | Graves' disease is a lifelong condition that has no cure. However, with treatment, some people may stop having Graves' disease symptoms, meaning they’re in remission. However, remission may only be temporary. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is Graves' disease life-threatening? | Graves' disease can be life-threatening if it’s left untreated or you don’t follow your treatment regularly. It may put you at risk of developing life-threatening conditions such as a thyroid storm, stroke, and heart failure. | local_scraped |
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