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Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What does it mean if you have neutropenia? | If you have neutropenia, you have a low number of neutrophils, which is a type of white blood cell. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How do you fix neutropenia? | Some forms of neutropenia may not require treatment, like forms that people can be born with or that don't raise infection risks. Other treatment plans depend on the cause of neutropenia and may include corticosteroids, antibiotics, and other medications. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Types of Neutropenia? | Neutropenia can be temporary (acute) or last 3 months or more (chronic) and can affect both children and adults. There are four main types ofneutropenia:
Congenital neutropenia.This is a severe form of neutropenia that is seen most often in babies or very young children. When a condition is congenital, it means it is ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Neutropenia Symptoms? | Neutropenia itself often doesn't cause symptoms. In some cases, people only learn they have neutropenia when they have a blood test for an unrelated reason. It is most commonly seen—and even expected—as a result of chemotherapy used to treat cancer. But some people may have other symptoms from an infection or underlyin... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Neutropenia Causes? | Causes of neutropenia include:
• Problem in the production of neutrophils in the bone marrow
• Destruction of neutrophils outside the bone marrow
• Infection
• Nutritional deficiency
Causes of lowered production of neutrophils include:
• Being born with a problem with bone marrow production (congenital)
• Leukem... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Neutropenia Diagnosis? | Neutropenia can be diagnosed with a simple blood test called acomplete blood countwith differential. If you are treated with chemotherapy, your doctor will likely monitor your neutrophil levels with regular blood work.
If the cause of your neutropenia is unknown, your doctor may want to order additional tests, such as... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Neutropenia Treatment? | When deciding on treatment, doctors consider the cause and severity of neutropenia. Mild cases may not need any treatment.
Approaches for treating neutropenia can include:
• Antibiotics for fever.In neutropenic fever, the assumption is made that there is an infection causing the fever even when the source can't be fo... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Neutropenia Prevention? | People with neutropenia often need to take special steps to prevent infections. Some precautions to prevent neutropenia-related infections include:
• Good hygiene, including frequent handwashing and gooddental care, such as regular tooth brushing and flossing
• Staying up to date on vaccinations
• Avoiding contact w... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Human Cyclic Neutropenia Takeaways? | Neutropenia affects your body's ability to fight infections. If you're diagnosed with neutropenia, it's important to see your doctor to discuss a treatment plan. This may include regularly monitoring your neutrophil levels or taking medications to prevent infections. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Neutropenia FAQs? | What is the primary cause of neutropenia?
Neutropenia is common in people who are receivingcancer treatmentslike chemotherapy but can also be caused by infections, autoimmune conditions, lack of certain nutrients in your diet, or medications you're taking. It can also be inherited.
What does it mean if you have neutr... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Laughter Therapy: What Happens When We Laugh? | We change physiologically when we laugh. We stretch muscles throughout our face and body, our pulse andblood pressurego up, and we breathe faster, sending more oxygen to our tissues. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Humor Therapy: Is Laughter the Best Medicine? | But things get murky when researchers try to sort out the full effects of laughter on our minds and bodies. Is laughter really good for you? Can it actually boost your energy? Not everyone is convinced. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Humor Therapy Laughter's Effects on the Body? | • Bloodflow. Researchers at the University of Maryland studied the effects onbloodvessels when people were shown either comedies or dramas. After the screening, the blood vessels of the group who watched the comedy behaved normally -- expanding and contracting easily. But the blood vessels in people who watched the dra... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Humor Therapy Laughing It Up for Quality of Life? | Laughter, Provine believes, is part of a larger picture. "Laughter is social, so any health benefits might really come from being close with friends and family, and not the laughter itself." | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Hunter Syndrome (MPS II)? | Hunter syndrome, also called mucopolysaccharidosis II or MPS II, is a rare disease that's passed on in families. It mainly affects boys. Their bodies can't break down a kind of sugar that builds bones,skin, tendons, and other tissue. Those sugars build up in their cells and damage many parts of the body, including theb... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hunter Syndrome Causes? | Boys with the disease can't make a certain protein because there's a problem with a small piece of their DNA, called a gene, that comes from their mother.
A dad with Hunter syndrome will pass the problem gene to their daughter, but the daughter won't get the disease unless they get the gene from their mom, too.
It's ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hunter Syndrome Symptoms? | When Hunter syndrome affects thebrain, which is about 75% of the time, symptoms usually show up between 18 months and 4 years of age. They start about 2 years later when the disease is milder.
Hunter syndrome usually affects how the boy looks:
• Large, round cheeks
• Broad nose
• Thick lips and a largetongue
• Bus... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hunter Syndrome Getting a Diagnosis? | Doctors often have to rule out other medical conditions first. Your doctor may ask:
• What symptoms have you noticed?
• When did you first see them?
• Do they come and go?
• Does anything make them better? Or worse?
• Has anyone in your family had Hunter syndrome or another genetic disease?
If the doctors can't f... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hunter Syndrome Questions for Your Doctor? | • Will their symptoms change over time? If so, how?
• What treatments are best for them now? Is there aclinical trialthat could help?
• Do these treatments have side effects? What can I do about them?
• How do we check their progress? Are there new symptoms I should watch for?
• How often do we need to see you?
• ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hunter Syndrome Treatment? | Early treatment may prevent some long-term damage.
Enzyme replacement therapy (ERT) can help slow the disease for boys with milder Hunter syndrome. It replaces the protein their body doesn't make. ERT can help improve:
• Walking, climbing stairs, and the ability to keep up in general
• Movement andstiff joints
• Br... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hunter Syndrome Taking Care of Your Son? | Focus on keeping your son healthy and giving them the chance to live a meaningful, rewarding life. Include them in family activities whenever it's safe.
Set the tone for others. Be positive. Keep an open mind about other people; they may not know what to say so they don't pry or offend or embarrass you. When someone a... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hunter Syndrome What to Expect? | Some boys with less severe Hunter syndrome grow up and live long lives. They'll go through puberty like other teens and can have children. Butheart diseaseand trouble breathing can still cause problems for them.
Kids with severe Hunter syndrome are less likely to reach adulthood. Their brains will slowly stop working,... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hunter Syndrome What Your Doctor Is Reading? | If you are interested in more advanced reading on this topic, we’ve made content from our health professional site, Medscape, available to you on WebMD.
Learn More | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Progeria? | Progeria, also known as Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS), is a rare genetic condition that results in a child's body aging rapidly. A mutation in the LMNA gene causes it to make an abnormal protein. When cells use this protein, called progerin, they break down more easily, which accelerates the aging process... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How common is progeria? | About 1 in every 4 to 8 million babies are born with it worldwide. About 400 kids currently live with progeria. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Who is the oldest person living with progeria? | Sammy Basso, who died in October 2024, was the oldest person. He lived to age 28. Michiel Vandeweert of Belgium turned 26 this year. His 18-year-old sister, Amber, also has progeria. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Do kids with progeria age mentally? | The disease does not impact their intellect. Kids with progeria are likely to be just as sharp as any other kids. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is progeria painful? | It can be. For example, atherosclerosis can lead to angina, or chest pain caused by insufficient blood flow to the heart. It also can cause painful deformities of the hip joints. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Which gender is most affected by progeria? | No gender is more likely to be affected by progeria than any other. The same is true of race and ethnicity. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Why is progeria so rare? | One reason it occurs so infrequently is that the gene variant that causes it usually does not get passed from parent to child. Instead, it occurs randomly and can’t be predicted. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Progeria Symptoms? | There are usually no symptoms when a baby is born, but they start to show signs of the disease during their first year. They develop physical traits including:
• Slow height and weight growth
• Below average height and weight
• A small face relative to the size of the child’s head
• Largeeyeswith eyelids that can’t... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Progeria Causes and Risk Factors? | A single gene variant, or gene mutation, causes progeria. Think of each gene as a word that provides instructions to make certain proteins that your body needs to function properly. Some gene variants can be described as a misspelled word, and it’s that misspelling that messes up its instructions.
In progeria, the var... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Progeria Diagnosis? | The symptoms are noticeable. It's likely that a pediatrician will spot them during a routine checkup.
If you see changes in your child that seem like symptoms of progeria, make an appointment with your pediatrician or family doctor. Your doctor will do aphysical exam, test hearing andvision, measurepulseandblood press... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Progeria Treatments? | There's no cure for progeria, but researchers are working on finding one. As of now, one drug has been approved by the FDA to slow the disease’s course:lonafarnib(Zokinvy). This medication falls into a class of experimental cancer drugs called farnesyltransferase inhibitors (FTIs). Taking this drug helps people with pr... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Living With Progeria? | The following tips can help people with progeria live more comfortably:
Stay hydrated.Dehydration, particularly during illness and hot weather, is common in people with progeria. Make sure your child drinks plenty of water and other liquids. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Progeria Complications? | This disease causes a variety of complications, including:
• Atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. This reduces the flow of oxygen-rich blood, especially in the arteries that supply the heart and brain. People with progeria are most likely to die from complications of atherosclerosis, which include heart atta... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome (HGPS) Takeaways? | Progeria is a very rare disease that causes premature aging. With treatment, most people with the disease live an average of about 20 years. No cure exists, but researchers are investigating possible ways to stop the disease. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Progeria FAQs? | Who is the oldest person living with progeria?
Sammy Basso, who died in October 2024, was the oldest person. He lived to age 28. Michiel Vandeweert of Belgium turned 26 this year. His 18-year-old sister, Amber, also has progeria. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Hydatidiform Mole: Does a molar pregnancy cause infertility? | Molar pregnancy doesn't affect your fertility. But after a molar pregnancy, your doctor might recommend that you don’t conceive for up to a year. Pregnancy increases hCG levels, so it would be hard for them to know whether the rise in hormones is due to that, abnormal tissue that’s still in your body, or choriocarcinom... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Hydatidiform Mole: How serious is a molar pregnancy? | If you miscarry a molar pregnancy or have been successfully treated for one, you're not likely to have serious issues. Rarely, you could develop serious complications, including a type of cancer called choriocarcinoma. But the complications can often be successfully treated. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Hydatidiform Mole: Can you still have a baby with a molar pregnancy? | A molar pregnancy cannot develop into a baby. But having a molar pregnancy doesn't prevent you from conceiving and having a healthy pregnancy in the future. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Hydatidiform Mole: How long can you carry a molar pregnancy? | If you have a partial molar pregnancy, the embryo can generally survive no longer than 3 months. If you don't have a miscarriage, your doctor will need to do a procedure or give you medication to remove it from your body. Prompt treatment is important to avoid complications. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydatidiform Mole Types of Molar Pregnancy? | There are two types of molar pregnancy, partial and complete.
Partial molar pregnancy
In a partial molar pregnancy, both the placenta and embryo (fertilized egg) are abnormal. It usually happens after an egg is fertilized by two sperm. A fetus may develop, but it can't survive. This type is sometimes called an incomp... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydatidiform Mole Molar Pregnancy Causes? | Molar pregnancies are caused by genetic problems that happen during conception. Scientists don't know exactly what causes them.
Normal human cells contain 23 pairs of chromosomes, one set from each parent. These structures carry information that tells the body’s cells what to do.
In a complete molar pregnancy, the eg... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydatidiform Mole Molar Pregnancy Risk Factors? | In the U.S., 1 out of every 1,000 pregnancies are molar pregnancies. Things that may increase your chances include:
• Being younger than 20 or older than 40
• Having experienced a molar pregnancy in the past
• Having a history of pregnancy loss
• Difficulty conceiving or infertility problems
• Being of Asian desce... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydatidiform Mole Molar Pregnancy Symptoms? | Sometimes, molar pregnancy doesn't cause any symptoms. But they can include:
• Bleeding from yourvaginain the first3 months of pregnancy
• Watery brown discharge
• Sacs (they look like clusters of grapes) that pass out of yourvagina
• Nausea and vomitingthat happen more often or are worse than what’s normal during ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydatidiform Mole Molar Pregnancy Diagnosis? | You might find out you have a molar pregnancy during a routineultrasoundtest. Your doctor could detect a problem through abloodtest that shows your hCG levels are much higher than they should be. Or you might not know until you have a miscarriage.
Molar pregnancy ultrasound
An ultrasound is a device that uses sound w... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydatidiform Mole Molar Pregnancy Treatment? | Molar pregnancy treatments involve removing the placental tissue to prevent complications.
Your doctor may use a procedure calleddilation and curettage(D&C). This is often the treatment for pregnancy loss due to any reason. During this procedure, your doctor opens yourcervixwith special tools and removes the tissue fr... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydatidiform Mole Molar Pregnancy Complications? | Persistent gestational trophoblastic neoplasia
In rare cases, tissue remains after a molar pregnancy is removed or miscarried. The abnormal tissue may grow outside your uterus and into the layer of muscle below it. This condition is called persistent gestational trophoblasticneoplasia (GTN). It's more likely with comp... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydatidiform Mole Molar Pregnancy Prevention? | The only way to be certain you won’t have a molar pregnancy is not toget pregnant. If you’ve had a molar pregnancy in the past, talk to your doctor. Ask them about the chances of it happening again. And find out how you’ll be monitored if you doget pregnant. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydatidiform Mole Takeaways? | Molar pregnancy is when an abnormal clump of cells develops in your uterus, rather than a placenta. This means the embryo can't develop. Molar pregnancy often ends in miscarriage. But if that doesn't happen, it requires treatment to avoid complications. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydatidiform Mole Molar Pregnancy FAQs? | How serious is a molar pregnancy?
If you miscarry a molar pregnancy or have been successfully treated for one, you're not likely to have serious issues. Rarely, you could develop serious complications, including a type of cancer called choriocarcinoma. But the complications can often be successfully treated.
Can you ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is a Hydrocele? | Ahydroceleis a swelling in the scrotum, the thin sac that holds the testicles. It happens when too much fluid builds up inside. The condition is most common in newborns, though it can happen at any age. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can a hydrocele burst? | Yes, a hydrocele can burst, although this is rare. When this happens, it's usually because an untreated hydrocele has become very large, or the hydrocele has had pressure placed on it. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can you squeeze fluid out of a hydrocele? | You can't force fluid out of your baby's body by squeezing a hydrocele. But if the hydrocele is the communicating type, you can push the fluid back up into the abdominal cavity with a gentle squeeze. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can a hydrocele cause infertility? | If a hydrocele is your baby's only symptom, research shows that it probably won't affect fertility in the future. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is hydrocele support therapy? | If your baby has a hydrocele, you should see your doctor for the best treatment plan. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocele Causes? | Hydrocele in infants
A hydrocele can start before your baby is born. The testicles grow inside their belly and then move down into their scrotum through a short tunnel. A sac of fluid goes with each testicle. Usually, the tunnel and the sac seal off before birth, and the baby’s body absorbs the fluid inside. When this... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocele Symptoms? | A hydrocele doesn’t hurt. The only symptom you’ll notice is that one or both of the baby’s testicles look swollen. Even if they are not inpain, you should see thepediatricianto make sure they don’t have other health problems that are causing the swelling, such as an infection, a tumor, or ahernia.
The swelling from a ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocele Diagnosis? | When you take your baby to the doctor, they’ll do aphysical exam. They’ll check the scrotum for fluid and tenderness, and they'll shine a light through it to see if there’s fluid around the testicle.
Your doctor also will make sure yourbabydoesn’t have a hernia.
Your baby may also get abloodtest and an imaging test. ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocele Treatment? | A hydrocele usually goes away on its own before a baby's first birthday. If it doesn’t, or if it gets bigger, your doctor will refer them to a specialist called aurologist.
If your baby has a communicating hydrocele, the pediatrician will usually recommend surgery without waiting for it to go away.
The doctor can rem... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocele Complications? | Most of the time, a hydrocele isn't serious and doesn’t usually affect fertility later on in life. But sometimes, having a hydrocele might mean there’s a more serious problem with the testes and potential complications. These include:
• Infection or tumor. These could reduce sperm production or function.
• Trauma
• ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocele Takeaways? | When you have a hydrocele, your scrotum becomes swollen because of a fluid buildup. In babies, hydroceles can form before birth. Sometimes they disappear on their own, but you should have your doctor check it. In older children and adults, hydroceles can form because you've injured your scrotum or because you haveinfla... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocele FAQs? | Can a hydrocele burst?
Yes, a hydrocele can burst, although this is rare. When this happens, it's usually because an untreated hydrocele has become very large, or the hydrocele has had pressure placed on it.
Can you squeeze fluid out of a hydrocele?
You can't force fluid out of your baby's body by squeezing a hydroc... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Hydrocephalus? | Hydrocephalus -- which roughly means “water on the brain” -- is the buildup of fluid in the cavities (ventricles) deep within thebrain. This fluid doesn’t flow or get absorbed the way it should. That can lead to backups and blockages that put pressure onyour brain. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocephalus Symptoms? | Symptoms of hydrocephaluscan be different depending on your age. In babies, they include:
• An unusually large head that gets bigger quickly
• The soft spot on top of a baby’s head is firm or bulging
• Eyes that are focused downward (sometimes called “sunsetting of the eyes”)
• Crankiness or irritability
• Vomitin... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocephalus Causes? | The three main causes of hydrocephalus are:
• A blockage. Tumors, cysts, birth defects, brain injury, orstrokecan block or affect the normal flow of cerebrospinal fluid.
• Poor fluid absorption.Inflammation, injuries, or infections like bacterialmeningitiscan keep your brain tissues from taking in cerebrospinal fluid... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Types of Hydrocephalus? | The four main types of hydrocephalus are:
• Congenital hydrocephalus.This is when someone is born with hydrocephalus.
• Compensated hydrocephalus.This shows up early in life -- sometimes before birth -- but doesn’t cause symptoms until later in life.
• Acquired hydrocephalus.This is caused by a tumor,cyst, head inju... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocephalus Diagnosis? | Your doctor will start with a physical examination and ask about your symptoms, then recommend tests to look for signs of hydrocephalus. Tests may include:
• Neurological examto check muscle strength, reflexes, coordination, balance, vision,eyemovement, hearing, mental functioning, and mood
• Magnetic resonance imagi... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocephalus Treatments? | If your symptoms are mild, you may not need treatment. If they’re serious, your doctor probably will recommend surgery to put a flexible plastic tube called a shunt in your brain to redirect the cerebrospinal fluid into another part of your body, like your belly. The shunt typically isn’t ever removed, and regular chec... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocephalus Complications? | It’s important to get medical help right away if anything goes wrong after treatment for hydrocephalus.
Complications of shunt systems can happen when the shunt is blocked and stops working or when an infection occurs. This can cause cerebral spinal fluid to build up again. Signs and symptoms may include:
• Headache
... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocephalus Prevention? | Some, but not all causes of hydrocephalus can be prevented.
• Safety gear such as helmets can help prevent head injuries while playing sports, riding a bike, and other activities.
• Car seats and seatbelts can help protect children in the car.
• Regular healthcare duringpregnancycan help lower the chances of problem... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocephalus Outlook? | The long-term effects ofhydrocephalus vary widely and depend on the cause and the extent of symptoms.
Without treatment, hydrocephalus will get worse over time, but with surgery, therapy, and education, many people live relatively active lives. The earlier it's diagnosed, the better the chances for successful treatmen... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is Congenital Hydrocephalus? | Hydrocephalusis a condition in which too much fluid builds up in thebrain. The name comes from a combination from Greek words meaning “water” and “head.” “Congenital” means a person is born with it. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocephalus, Congenital Causes? | In general, an imbalance can happen for any one of three reasons:
• The ventricles – spaces in thebrainwhere CSF is made -- produce too much fluid.
• Something blocks the normal flow of fluid and causes it to build up.
• The bloodstream can’t absorb all the fluid. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocephalus, Congenital Diagnosis? | Routineultrasoundtests during pregnancy may be able to pick up problems with your baby’s brain development, such as enlarged ventricles or spaces within the brain.
If a problem shows up on ultrasound, further tests can help diagnose the issue more clearly.
Because some babies with hydrocephalus also have other seriou... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocephalus, Congenital Treatment? | Even though doctors can diagnose hydrocephaly in the womb, treatment generally doesn’t begin until your baby is born.
The most common treatment for congenital hydrocephaly is a shunt system. A surgeon will place a flexible plastic tube in the baby’s brain to drain the extra fluid. The other end of the tube goes under ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrocephalus, Congenital What to Expect? | The outlook for babies born with hydrocephalus varies and depends in part on the cause of the condition.
Shunt systems have to be watched carefully. Your child might need more than one procedure. Among the problems that can crop up:
• Infections
• Clogged lines
• Mechanical problems
• Shunt needs to be longer
ETV... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Hydrotherapy: When Should I Use Heat or Ice for Pain? | Heat boosts the flow ofbloodand nutrients to an area of the body. It often works best for morning stiffness or to warm up muscles before activity. Cold slowsbloodflow, reducing swelling andpain. It’s often best for short-term pain, like that from asprainor a strain. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrotherapy When Either Heat Or Cold Will Do? | Soothe aches and pains caused by conditions likeosteoarthritis,rheumatoid arthritis,back pain,fibromyalgia, andneck painwith either heat or cold. Each can give you relief from these symptoms:
• Muscle aches, spasms, and pains
• Lower and upperback pain
• Stiff, swollen, or tender joints
• Neck stiffness
• Finger,h... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrotherapy? | Showers and baths aren't just for mornings. When you're hurting, stand under or settle into warm water for a few minutes to help soothe and relax you. (If you're over 70 or haveheartproblems, check with your doctor before getting into a hot tub.) | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrotherapy Warm Clothes? | Want an easier -- and less painful -- start to your day? Warm your clothes in the dryer for a few minutes before you put them on. The heated garments may help ease morning pain and stiffness. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrotherapy Heat Wraps? | If heat helps ease your pain, try a continuous low-level heat wrap, available at drugstores. You can wear a heat wrap for up to 8 hours, even while you sleep. Follow the directions carefully.
Studies suggest that low-level, long-term heat applied directly on the skin can significantly reduce stiffness and tension and ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hydrotherapy Heated Wax Therapy? | Another way to apply heat -- especially to hands, elbows, and feet -- is warm, melted paraffin.
You can buy paraffin wax kits at your local drugstore or beauty supply. A heated container safely melts the wax and mineral oil to make a paraffin bath. Dip your achy body part into the bath several times to build up a warm... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis: What Is Williams Syndrome? | Williams syndrome (WS), also called Williams-Beuren syndrome (WBS), is a rare genetic disorder that causes a variety of symptoms throughout the body. If your child's been diagnosed with this condition, they may have issues with their blood vessels and organs such as their heart and kidneys. Williams syndrome also cause... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis: What Causes Williams Syndrome? | You have 46 chromosomes (23 pairs) in each of your cells. You can think of these as your body's operating instructions. One specific strand, chromosome 7, contains about 5% of all your DNA. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis: Can You Prevent Williams Syndrome? | There's no way to prevent this condition because it's caused by a random change in your genes. But if you plan on starting a family, a genetic counselor can help you learn about your risk of having a baby with Williams syndrome. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis: How common is Williams syndrome? | This is a rare genetic disorder that affects about 1 in every 7,500 to 10,000 people. Experts estimate that about 20,000 to 30,000 Americans have Williams syndrome. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis: Who does Williams syndrome affect? | Williams syndrome affects both babies who are assigned female at birth (AFAB) as well as those assigned male at birth (AMAB.) Babies of all ethnicities and races can be born with this condition. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis the life expectancy for Williams syndrome? | Most people with Williams will live as long as others who don't have this genetic condition. But any health complications, such as a heart issue, may change that, so your doctor is the best person to answer this question. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis: Can people with Williams syndrome live alone? | Everyone with Williams syndrome is different. Some adults live on their own, while others live in a supervised facility or group home where they can benefit from daily support. Trusted nonprofits such as theWilliams Syndrome AssociationorThe Arccan help you better understand your options. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis Williams Syndrome Symptoms? | If you have Williams syndrome, you can have a wide variety of symptoms and physical features. You could have a few or many, and they can be severe or mild. Everyone is different.
Some common signs of Williams syndrome include:
• Unique personality
• Unique facial features
• Chronic ear issues
• Being very sensitiv... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis Williams Syndrome Diagnosis? | To diagnose Williams syndrome, your doctor will do an exam and ask about your family medical history. They'll look for facial features such as an upturned nose, a wide forehead, and smallteeth.
Tests for Williams syndrome
If your doctor suspects Williams syndrome, they can order a blood test to confirm. This may be d... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis Williams Syndrome Treatment? | Williams syndrome can't be cured, but treatments can help with symptoms and learning problems. Many different types of doctors can be involved in taking care of your child, including a:
• Cardiologist — a doctor who treats heart problems
• Endocrinologist — a doctor who treats hormone problems
• Gastroenterologist —... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis Williams Syndrome Complications? | It's common for Williams syndrome to cause many other health issues throughout your child's body. For instance, they may have problems with their:
• Ears (ongoing ear infections)
• Gastrointestinal tract (such as constipation or acid reflux)
• Muscles, joints, and bones
• Eyesight
• Kidneys
• Heart
• Thyroid
• ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis When to See a Doctor? | Generally speaking, call your doctor if your child shows any symptoms that concern you. Keep an eye out for symptoms such as:
• Belly pain (babies may seem fussy and easily upset)
• Fatigue or low energy
• Constipation
• Vomiting
• Signs of an ear infection
• Trouble hearing
• Peeing more than usual
If you noti... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis Takeaways? | Williams syndrome is a rare genetic disorder caused by a missing section of a chromosome. It causes unique facial features, physical symptoms, cognitive delays, and learning differences. Although children with Williams syndrome often have many health issues and everyday challenges, many thrive with support from their c... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypercalcemia-Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis Williams Syndrome FAQs? | What is the life expectancy for Williams syndrome?
Most people with Williams will live as long as others who don't have this genetic condition. But any health complications, such as a heart issue, may change that, so your doctor is the best person to answer this question.
Can people with Williams syndrome live alone?... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Hyperemesis Gravidarum? | Many pregnant women have morning sickness. But for a few, it’s much more intense. Less than 3% of pregnant women get something calledhyperemesis gravidarum. There's no cure for it, but it's temporary, and there are ways to manage it. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Hyperemesis Gravidarum: What Is It? | When you have hyperemesis gravidarum, you vomit a lot, sometimes almost constantly. This can lead to problems likedehydrationand weight loss.Morning sicknessoften fades by the end of thefirst trimester, but hyperemesis gravidarum usually lasts longer. | local_scraped |
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