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Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hyperemesis Gravidarum Complications? | Hyperemesis gravidarum can cause problems for both you and your baby. It can affect:
• Yourweight.Losing 5% is common.
• Yourkidneys.They may stop working well, causing you to pee less than you should.
• Your mineral balance.You may have low levels of minerals, calledelectrolytes, that your body needs. They include ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hyperemesis Gravidarum Treatments? | Treatment depends on your symptoms and how the condition is affecting your health. Up to 5% of women with the condition need to check in to a hospital. Your doctor may first recommend:
• Lifestyle changes.If you can eat, have smaller, more frequent meals. Drink smaller drinks, but drink more often, and through a straw... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Hypoparathyroidism? | Hypoparathyroidism is a rare and usually lifelong condition that causes low levels of calcium (hypocalcemia) and high levels of phosphorus in your blood. It's treatable and sometimes temporary. It's when your body doesn't have enoughparathyroid hormone(PTH). That's a hormone made in four pea-sized lobes in your neck ca... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Hypoparathyroidism? | Hypoparathyroidism is a rare and usually lifelong condition that causes low levels of calcium (hypocalcemia) and high levels of phosphorus in your blood. It's treatable and sometimes temporary. It's when your body doesn't have enoughparathyroid hormone(PTH). That's a hormone made in four pea-sized lobes in your neck ca... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Causes Hypoparathyroidism? | More than 75% of adult hypoparathyroidism cases are caused by damage to your parathyroid glands. That can happen accidentally during neck or thyroid surgery. In rare cases, this damage can result from radiation therapy. Hypothyroidism usually happens right after your parathyroid glands are injured, but it might take de... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Is Hypoparathyroidism Diagnosed? | Your doctor will ask about your medical history and do a physical exam. They may take samples of your blood and pee to run tests. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Is Hypoparathyroidism Treated? | The goal of treatment for hypoparathyroidism is to minimize your symptoms and correct the amount of calcium and minerals in your body. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can you gain weight with hypoparathyroidism? | Yes. Early on, limited physical activity can lead toweightgain. But in later stages, abdominal and digestive issues can lead to weight loss. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What organs does hypoparathyroidism affect? | Your kidneys, bones, nerves, and heart may be affected. This condition can also affect your digestive system and your muscles. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | At what age does hypoparathyroidism start? | It can start at any age, from infancy to adulthood. The type of hypoparathyroidism that's passed down through your family usually shows up before you're 10. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Which autoimmune disease is associated with hypoparathyroidism? | It can be caused by autoimmune diseases such as Addison's disease and pernicious anemia. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What happens if hypoparathyroidism is left untreated? | It can lead toseizures, larynx spasms (which can make it difficult to breathe),muscle spasms, heart problems, and kidney damage.In children, it can lead to problems with dental development, stunt their growth, and delay their mental development. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can you reverse hypoparathyroidism? | Your symptoms can usually be managed. But if you have cataracts, brain calcifications, changes in the shape of your bones, or dental changes from hypoparathyroidism, they can't be reversed. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are the long-term effects of hypoparathyroidism? | For adults, long-term issues can include calcium deposits on your brain, cataracts, kidney stones, and poor kidney function. For children, long-term impact can include poor growth, dental issues, and slow mental development. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What's the drug of choice for hypoparathyroidism? | The most common treatments are vitamin D and calcium supplements. There was a drug, called Natpara,used to treat hypoparathyroidism by replacing parathyroid hormones, but it was discontinued in late 2024. A new medicine to replace parathyroid hormones has been tested in clinical trials. But it's not yet approved in the... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypoparathyroidism Questions to Ask Your Doctor? | • What caused my hypoparathyroidism?
• Do I need any more tests?
• How often will I need to see a doctor?
• What kind of treatments can help? Which do you recommend?
• How can I keep my calcium levels normal?
• What kind of lifestyle changes do I need to make?
• Will it ever go away?
• Can my children get hypopa... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypoparathyroidism Taking Care of Yourself? | Along with hypoparathyroidism treatment, these lifestyle changes may help boost your well-being.
Drink plenty of water.This helps keep your muscles and body hydrated. It also helps balance calcium levels. But bottled water can contain calcium, so check the label.
Exercise regularly.Physical activity keeps your bones ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypoparathyroidism What to Expect? | Getting enough calcium andvitamin D, or PTH replacement, can help keep your hypoparathyroidism under control. See your doctor regularly, they'll monitor your condition and do blood tests. Without treatment, hypoparathyroidism may be life-threatening. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypoparathyroidism How Your Condition Might Change Over Time? | Hypoparathyroidism, if not managed well, can lead to a variety ofmild to severechanges over time. These changes can affect multiple systems in your body. At first, your symptoms may be mild. But if your condition isn't treated, long-term effects can include:
Neurological.Calcium deposits can form in your brain, which ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypoparathyroidism Getting Support? | For more information, visit the web site of theHypoparathyroidism Association. You can also check out theNational Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)orParathyroidUK. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypoparathyroidism Takeaways? | Hypoparathyroidism is a rare and usually lifelong condition that causes low levels of calcium (hypocalcemia) and high levels of phosphorus in your blood. It can affect children and adults. It's most commonly caused in adults by injury to your parathyroid glands. In children, it's usually caused by a genetic disease. It... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypoparathyroidism FAQs? | Can you gain weight with hypoparathyroidism?
Yes. Early on, limited physical activity can lead toweightgain. But in later stages, abdominal and digestive issues can lead to weight loss.
What organs does hypoparathyroidism affect?
Your kidneys, bones, nerves, and heart may be affected. This condition can also affect ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Prader-Willi Syndrome? | Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is a rare, complicated condition that affects many parts of your body. It stems from a problem with one of your chromosomes (a strand of DNA that carries your genes). It can cause physical issues, like extreme hunger and weak muscles, as well as learning and behavioral problems. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypotonia-Hypomentia-Hypogonadism-Obesity Syndrome (HHHO) Causes? | PWS usually happens because of genetic changes on a region of chromosome 15.
There's no way to prevent it. But if you plan to have a baby, you and your partner can be screened for PWS risk.
A head orbraininjury can also cause the syndrome. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypotonia-Hypomentia-Hypogonadism-Obesity Syndrome (HHHO) Signs and Symptoms? | Ababymay show signs of PWS early on. They may have almond-shapedeyes, their head may get narrow at the temples, their mouth might turn down at the corners, and they might have a thin upper lip.
He also may have these symptoms:
• Poor muscle tone or limbs that hang loosely when you hold them
• Inability to suck or nu... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypotonia-Hypomentia-Hypogonadism-Obesity Syndrome (HHHO) Diagnosis? | Your doctor can usually diagnose PWS with a blood test called a chromosomal analysis. This shows if there's a problem with the gene that can cause PWS. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Hypotonia-Hypomentia-Hypogonadism-Obesity Syndrome (HHHO) Treatments? | There's no cure, but if you have a child with PWS, you can help them stay at a healthy weight, have a good quality of life, and prevent health problems down the road. Their treatment will depend on the symptoms.
• Babies: High-calorie formula may help an infant stay at a healthy weight if they can't eat well because o... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Kirsten Patterson, PA-C: In your opinion, what should be the role of a primary care provider for a patient, taking into account both physical health and behavioral health needs? | It is important to encourage patients to take an active role in their health. We should merge physical and behavioral health and be a champion of wellness for the whole patient. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Kirsten Patterson, PA-C: Tell us a little bit about yourself. What do you like to do in your spare time? | I enjoy spending my time outdoors; primarily snowboarding, boating, and sailing. I love traveling with my husband and our daughter. I’m a bit of a foodie and love to explore new cuisines. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome): What Causes IBS? | While several things are known to triggerIBS symptoms, experts don't know what causes the condition. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome): What really causes IBS? | Experts don’t know, but it may be due to problems with the way your brain and your digestive system communicate with each other. Imbalances in yourgut bacteria, serious infections, food intolerances, and stress in childhood all may contribute to IBS. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome): How do you treat an IBS flare-up? | Avoid your food triggers, drink plenty of water (not carbonated!), exercise, and get good sleep. Medications and fiber supplements can help control symptoms like diarrhea and constipation. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome): How long do IBS attacks last? | Everyone with IBS experiences it differently. For some people, symptoms occur everyday. Other people may go for long periods without symptoms. In general, episodes of IBS are frequent but unpredictable. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome): What should I eat during an IBS flare-up? | Choose foods that are easier on your stomach, like cooked vegetables instead of raw ones. You may find it easier to digest proteins like eggs, chicken, turkey, fish, and tofu. Cook with a minimal amount of fat, opting to roast, bake, steam, or boil foods. If you’re constipated, foods like oats and flax seeds can help. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Types of IBS? | There are four types of irritable bowl syndrome:
• IBS with constipation (IBS-C)
• IBS with diarrhea (IBS-D)
• Mixed IBS (IBS-M), which alternates between constipation and diarrhea
• Unsubtyped IBS (IBS-U), which is for people who don't fit into the above types | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) IBS Symptoms? | Irritable bowel syndrome symptomscan include:
• Diarrhea (often described as violent episodes of diarrhea)
• Constipation
• Constipation alternating with diarrhea
• Belly pains or cramps, usually in the lower half of the belly, that get worse after meals and feel better after a bowel movement
• A lot of gas or blo... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Risk Factors for Irritable Bowel Syndrome? | IBS affects between 25 million and 45 million Americans. Some things seem to make people more likely to have it than others:
• Being assigned female at birth.About twice as many people AFAB as those assigned male at birth (AMAB) have the condition. It’s not clear why, but some researchers think the changing hormones i... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) IBS Diagnosis? | There are no specific lab tests that can diagnose IBS. Your doctor will see if your symptoms match with the definition of IBS, and they may run tests to rule out conditions such as:
• Food allergies or intolerances, such aslactose intoleranceand poor dietary habits
• Medications such as high blood pressure drugs, iro... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) IBS Treatment? | Nearly all people with IBS can get help, but no single treatment works for everyone. You and your doctor will need to work together to find the right treatment plan to manage your symptoms.
Many things can trigger IBS symptoms, including certain foods, medicines, the presence of gas or stool, and emotional stress. You... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) IBS Triggers? | While the cause of IBS remains unknown, it’s clear that certain things can trigger your symptoms. Avoiding those triggers can bring relief. ButIBS triggersvary from person to person, so it’s important to identify those that affect you. Here are some common triggers that could be contributing to your IBS discomfort.
• ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) IBS Diet? | If you have IBS, you may need to change your diet to better control your symptoms.
Your doctor may suggest you try something called alow FODMAP dietthat cuts down on different hard-to-digest carbs found in wheat, beans, and certain fruits and vegetables.
FODMAP stands for fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Irritable Bowel Syndrome Complications? | Because finding an IBS treatment that works can take time, other health problems can crop up in the meantime. None of the complications are life-threatening, though. IBS doesn't lead to cancer or other more serious bowel-related conditions. Here are some of the health issues it can cause:
• Impacted bowel:If you'recon... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Takeaways? | Doctors don’t know what causes IBS, but they do know that it does not raise your risk of more serious health conditions, likecolorectal cancer. Still, its symptoms are unpleasant and can be painful. While no cure exists yet, treatment, including lifestyle changes, can ease your discomfort. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Irritable Bowel Syndrome FAQs? | What really causes IBS?
Experts don’t know, but it may be due to problems with the way your brain and your digestive system communicate with each other. Imbalances in yourgut bacteria, serious infections, food intolerances, and stress in childhood all may contribute to IBS.
How do you treat an IBS flare-up?
Avoid yo... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is IBS-D? | IBS that causes increased diarrhea is often called IBS-D. If you have IBS-D, you have belly pain and other IBS symptoms plus frequent bowel movements. Your stool might be loose, though not always. You also might have sudden urges to use the bathroom. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Causes IBS-D? | Researchers don’t know what causes IBS or IBS-D. We do know that women are more likely to have it than men, and it’s more common in adults under 50. If you have afamilymember with IBS, your odds of getting IBS or IBS-D go up. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Is IBS-D Diagnosed? | There isn’t a test that tells you if you have IBS-D (or any kind of IBS). Instead, your doctor will look at your health history and symptoms. If you’ve hadabdominal painand other signs of IBS for at least 3 months, you may have it. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Is IBS-D Treated? | Getting relief from your IBS-D may take some detective work. You’ll probably need to try several strategies and use many different techniques at a time. Make sure yourdoctoris in the picture. They can work with you to find an effective plan. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | ICD: What Is Torticollis? | Torticollis is a condition of the neck muscles that causes the head to tilt down. The term comes from two Latin words:tortus,which means twisted, andcollum,which means neck.Sometimes it’s called “wryneck” or “loxia.” | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | ICD: How serious is torticollis? | Torticollis is a relatively common condition that usually responds well to treatment. Rarely, torticollis can be a sign that you have a more serious underlying medical condition, such as atumor, injury, or infection. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | ICD: Does torticollis go away on its own? | Although torticollis can go away on its own, babies often need treatment to stretch their muscles. You should see your doctor for regular checkups to assess your baby’s progress. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | ICD: What causes torticollis in babies? | There are lots of possible causes. The way your baby was positioned in the womb before birth is one. Other reasons include a problem with the muscles and nerves in the neck or a birth condition. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | ICD: Should I be worried if my baby has torticollis? | You shouldn’t worry if your doctor tells you your baby has torticollis. Most of the time, the condition usually doesn’t cause any pain and shouldn’t pose long-term issues if treated promptly. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | ICD: What triggers torticollis? | The way babies are positioned in the womb before birth can trigger congenital torticollis. Swelling in a child’s throat can prompt acquired torticollis. In adults, a head or neck injury can sometimes be the culprit. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are ICD Torticollis Causes? | You have a long muscle on each side of your neck that runs from the back of your ear to your collarbone. It is called the sternocleidomastoid, or SCM.
When your baby has torticollis, this ropy muscle is shortened on one side. Why does the muscle become shortened? Your baby might have been cramped in the womb or may ha... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are ICD Torticollis Symptoms? | Torticollis symptoms in infants
You may not notice anything unusual about your baby for the first 6 or 8 weeks. It’s common for torticollis symptoms to become obvious once an infant gains more control of the head and neck.
Some of the symptoms you might see:
• Your child’s head tilts to one side with their chin poin... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are ICD Torticollis Diagnosis? | If you notice signs that look like your baby might have torticollis, set up an exam with your doctor.
The doctor will start by checking how far your baby’s head will turn. They also may order imaging scans, such as X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasound, to check for other conditions.A special test, called an electrom... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are ICD Torticollis Complications? | If you act early, you can help prevent any long-termeffects of torticollisfor your baby. Without treatment, your baby might get complications, including:
• Less control of their head
• Limited reach on the affected side and less tracking with the eyes
• Delays in sitting and walking
• A problem feeding
• Poor bala... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are ICD Torticollis Treatment? | Torticollis treatment in infants
If your baby has acquired torticollis, treatment will focus on the condition that’s causing it.
Most cases of congenital torticollis can be treated with stretching exercises or position changes that you can perform at home. The doctor may teach you some specific exercises to do with y... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are ICD Torticollis Prevention? | While there’s no way to prevent torticollis in babies, you can avoid complications if you treat it early and stick to your treatment plan.
Adults may be able to lessen their risk of torticollis if they avoid neck injuries and strains. It’s also helpful to practice good posture and perform stretching exercises often. Y... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are ICD Takeaways? | Torticollis can be present in babies at birth, acquired later in childhood, or even affect adults. It’s usually treated with at-home stretches and positioning. If these therapies aren’t successful for you or your child, let your doctor know. Other options may work better. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are ICD Torticollis FAQs? | How serious is torticollis?
Torticollis is a relatively common condition that usually responds well to treatment. Rarely, torticollis can be a sign that you have a more serious underlying medical condition, such as atumor, injury, or infection.
Does torticollis go away on its own?
Although torticollis can go away on... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Do Migraine Triggers Work? | An easy way to think of a trigger is that it’s like a light switch: When it's flipped on, a process starts in your brainthat can end in pain and othermigraine symptoms. Another way to think about it is that you have a migraine threshold. When your triggers add up to a certain level, you'll get your familiar migraine sy... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Identifying and avoiding migraine triggers: What if You’re Pregnant? | Some pregnant women get fewer migraines, some get them worse, and others get them for the first time. Here’s how to soothe the pain. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Identifying and avoiding migraine triggers: Talking to Your Doctor? Here’s What to Say | Treatment can help you manage your migraine pain. Here’s what to tell your doctor about your headaches. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are common migraine triggers to avoid? | Almost any external event or stimuli can trigger a migraine attack. Internal factors, such as dehydration, can be a trigger, too. It's best to learn your triggers so you know what to avoid. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How can I identify my specific migraine triggers? | Keep track of when your migraine attacks happen and the things that took place before your attack. Over time, you may start to notice patterns. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Are there dietary changes that can help prevent migraines? | Foods or food additives can be a trigger. But it's not as common as many people think. If you notice you're getting a migraine attack after eating certain foods, avoid or limit them for a while and see if it helps with the severity or frequency of your migraine attacks. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What lifestyle modifications can reduce the frequency of migraines? | Healthy lifestyle modifications may help with your migraine attacks, depending on your triggers. Eating well and getting exercise are good for everyone. Take steps to reduce your stress levels, too. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can stress trigger a migraine? | Yes. Stress is a common migraine trigger. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can stress management techniques help prevent migraines? | For many people, stress is a migraine trigger. Migraine attacks also cause more stress. While there's no cure for migraine, finding techniques or strategies to lower your stress may help you reduce the number of attacks you're having. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are How to Find and Avoid Migraine Triggers? | Migraine triggers aren't the reason you have migraine. In fact, nobody knows what causes migraine or why some people have migraine attacks and others don't. But your triggers are events, changes, acts, or other external or internal stimuli that make a migraine attack more likely. Some triggers will be easy for you to m... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Common Migraine Triggers? | Everyone is different when it comes to migraine triggers. Some common ones to watch for include:StressMenstrual periodsChanges in your normal sleep patternLack of sleepExtreme fatigueCertain foods, such as aged cheese or processed snacksCertain drinks, such as those with alcoholor caffeineFood additives, such as artifi... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Tips to Avoid Migraine Triggers? | Pay attention to what you eat and drink.If you get a migraine attack, write down the foods and drinks you had before it started. If you see a pattern over time, stay away from that item.Eat at regular intervals.Following your normal routine is key to avoiding migraine attacks. Don't skip meals or change your snacking o... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Migraine Trigger Foods? | Some foods can be a migraine trigger, but it's not as common as many people think. The evidence for links between migraine and certain foods isn't strong. But some foods that might trigger migraine include:Foods that havetyraminein them, such as aged cheeses (such as blue cheese or Parmesan), smoked fish, and Chianti w... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Identifying and avoiding migraine triggers Takeaways? | Migraine triggers are events, stimuli, or other factors that make it more likely you'll have a migraine attack. It often takes more than one trigger to lead to an attack, but everyone is different. Along with treatment, learning your migraine triggers and taking steps to avoid or limit them as much as you can is one wa... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Migraine Triggers FAQs? | What are common migraine triggers to avoid?Almost any external event or stimuli can trigger a migraine attack. Internal factors, such as dehydration, can be a trigger, too. It's best to learn your triggers so you know what to avoid.How can I identify my specific migraine triggers?Keep track of when your migraine attack... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Causes Asthma? Common Triggers Explained | No one really knows what causesasthma. What we do know is thatasthmais a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways. The causes can vary from person to person. Still, one thing is consistent: When airways come into contact with a trigger, they become inflamed, narrow, and fill with mucus. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Do Triggers Make Asthma Worse? | When you have asthma, your airways are always inflamed and sensitive. They react to a variety of external triggers. Contact with these triggers is what causes asthma symptoms. Your airways tighten and get more inflamed, mucus blocks them, and your symptoms get worse. An asthma attack can start right after exposure to a... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How Can I Tell What Causes and Triggers My Asthma? | Figuring out what was going on around you when you had an attack is the first step to identifying your triggers. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are How Asthma Attacks Happen? | When you have an asthma attack, your airways narrow and it gets hard to breathe. This can result from spasms of the muscles around the airways,inflammationand swelling of the mucosal membrane that lines them, or high amounts of mucus inside them. You might have shortness of breath, wheeze orcoughas your body tries to g... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Asthma Triggers? | Some known triggers of asthma attacks include:
• Allergies
• Food and food additives
• Exercise
• Heartburn
• Smoking
• Sinusitis
• Medications
• Weather
• Smoke | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Allergies Can Cause Asthma? | Allergies with asthmais a common problem. Eighty percent of people with asthma have allergies to things in the air, like tree, grass, and weed pollens; mold; animal dander;dust mites; and cockroach droppings. In one study, children with high levels of cockroach droppings in their homes were four times more likely to ha... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Food and Food Additives Trigger Asthma? | Food allergiescan cause mild to severe life-threatening reactions. They rarely cause asthma without other symptoms. If you havefood allergies, asthma can be part of a severe, life-threatening reaction calledanaphylaxis. The most common foods associated withallergic symptomsare:
• Eggs
• Cow's milk
• Peanuts
• Tree ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Exercise-Induced Asthma? | For about 80% of people with asthma, a heavy workout can cause airways to narrow. Exercise is often the main asthma trigger. If you have exercise-induced asthma, you will feel chest tightness,cough, and have trouble breathing within the first 5 to 15 minutes of an aerobic workout. For most people, these symptoms go awa... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Heartburn and Asthma? | Severeheartburn and asthmaoften go hand-in-hand. Up to 89% of people with asthma also have severeheartburn(you might hear your doctor call it gastroesophageal reflux disease, orGERD). It usually happens at night when you're lying down. Normally, a valve preventsstomachacids from backing up into your esophagus (the tube... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Smoking and Asthma? | People who smoke cigarettes are more likely to get asthma. If you smoke with asthma, it may make symptoms like coughing andwheezingworse. Women who smoke duringpregnancyraise the risk of wheezing in their babies. Babies whose mothers smoked during pregnancy also have worselungfunction. If you have asthma and you're a s... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Identifying Asthma Triggers Sinusitis and Other Upper Respiratory Infections? | Much like asthma causes inflammation in the lining of your airways,sinusitiscauses inflammation in the mucus membranes that line yoursinuses. This makes the membranes put out more mucus. If you have asthma and your sinuses get inflamed, your airways may too. Prompt treatment of asinus infectioncan relieve asthma sympto... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Infections and Asthma? | Cold, flu,bronchitis, and sinus can cause an asthma attack. These respiratoryinfections that trigger asthmacan be viral or bacterial. They're a common cause of asthma, especially in children under age 10. You may be more likely to have an attack for up to 2 months after an upper respiratory infection. Anywhere from 20%... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Medications and Asthma? | Many people withasthmaare sensitive to certainmedicationsthat can trigger anasthma attack. If you haveasthma, you need to be aware of what other medications may be triggers. You don’t need to avoid these medications unless you know that they’re triggers. But if they have never triggered yourasthma, it is still best to ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Other Asthma Triggers? | Irritants.Tobacco smoke, smoke from wood-burning appliances or fireplaces, strong odors from perfumes, cleaning agents, etc., can all trigger asthma. So can air pollution, workplace dust, or fumes from chemicals.
Weather.Cold air, changes in temperature, and humidity can cause an attack.
Strong emotions.Stress and as... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Identifying Asthma Triggers Know When to Get Help? | Warning signs of a potential asthma attack include:
• Needing more rescue inhaler medication (such as albuterol).
• A cough that gets worse.
• Feeling like you can’t breathe or like someone’s sitting on your chest.
• Waking up at night feeling like you can’t breathe.
• Not being able to be active or exercise witho... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)? | Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a serious lung disease. When you breathe in, oxygen moves through tiny air sacs in your lungs and into your bloodstream. From there, it travels to your organs. IPF causes scar tissue to grow inside your lungs and makes it hard to breathe. It gets worse over time. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: What does IPF feel like? | When you have IPF, scar tissue forms on the air sac walls and in the spaces around them, making them thick and hard. This scarring makes it harder for air to pass in and out of the sacs. That's why you feel out of breath. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Symptoms? | You can have idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis for a long time without noticing any symptoms.
What does IPF feel like?Your lungs each contain about 300 million tiny air sacs calledalveolithat fill with oxygen every time you breathe. In healthy lungs, the walls of these air sacs are very thin, so that oxygen and carbon dio... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Causes? | Doctors don't know what exactly causes IPF. "Idiopathic" means unexplained, and that's the term doctors use when they can't pinpoint a cause for your condition.
Researchers think certain things you breathed in are linked to IPF, such as wood dust or asbestos. They believe that the scarring is caused by something in t... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Risk Factors? | IPF can run in families. Some people with the disease have one or more relatives who have it. In these cases, it's known as familial IPF.
Cigarette smoking is linked to IPF. So are some infections, such as the flu,Epstein-Barr virus(which causes mononucleosis), hepatitis, and herpes. These things may increase your ris... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Diagnosis? | IPF is hard to tell apart from other lung diseases because it shares many of the same signs. It may take time and a lot of doctor visits to get the right diagnosis. If you have trouble breathing that doesn’t get better, you’ll probably need to see a pulmonologist, a doctor who treats lung problems.
The doctor will use... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Tests for IPF? | Your doctor may ask you to get tests that look for damage in your lungs. They can also help rule out other diseases. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Questions for Your Doctor? | You might want to ask:
• How do you know I have IPF?
• Do I need more tests?
• Do I need to see any other doctors?
• Which treatments might work best for me?
• How will they make me feel?
• Will anything help me breathe better right away?
• Are there any clinical trials that would be good for me?
• How often sh... | local_scraped |
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