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| 101 | 2018-02-01 22:57:13 | Can amenorrhea be prevented or avoided? | It is hard to prevent amenorrhea. Try to maintain a healthy diet and exercise plan. If you are under- or overweight, talk to your doctor about how to find a balance. Once you begin to menstruate, keep track of your periods each month. This can help identi |
| 102 | 2018-02-01 22:57:13 | Amenorrhea treatment | Treatment options for amenorrhea vary based on the cause. You may need to make lifestyle changes, such as diet, activity, and stress. Certain hormonal medicines and birth control pills can help trigger a period. Others can help trigger ovulation, such as |
| 103 | 2018-02-01 22:57:13 | Living with amenorrhea | For most women, their monthly periods return following treatment. In some cases, your related health problem may mean you never have a period. Depending on your underlying cause, you may struggle with fertility. |
| 104 | 2018-02-01 22:57:13 | Questions to ask your doctor | If I have amenorrhea, can I still get pregnant?What are the benefits, risks, and side effects of treatment?If I have amenorrhea, will I always have it or can I get it again? |
| 105 | 2018-02-01 22:57:23 | What is anaphylaxis? | Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction. It occurs when you are exposed to something you are severely allergic to. Immediate medical attention is required. |
| 106 | 2018-02-01 22:57:23 | Symptoms of anaphylaxis | Symptoms vary based on your degree of allergy and the amount of exposure. They range from mild to severe. Possible symptoms include:swelling in your mouth, throat, or other body parthives, rash, or itchy skinpale skin, or skin that is red and warm (flushe |
| 107 | 2018-02-01 22:57:23 | What causes anaphylaxis? | Anaphylaxis is most often caused by exposure to an allergen. During a normal reaction, your body produces antibodies to fight the allergen. During a severe reaction, your immune system can panic. This leads to anaphylaxis, which is very dangerous.Allergen |
| 108 | 2018-02-01 22:57:23 | How is anaphylaxis diagnosed? | If you or someone around you has anaphylaxis, call 911 immediately. Call your doctor if you have milder symptoms of anaphylaxis. They will want to see you whether your symptoms are mild or severe. They can diagnose the cause of the reaction and provide tr |
| 109 | 2018-02-01 22:57:23 | Can anaphylaxis be prevented or avoided? | Below are ways to help prevent or avoid anaphylaxis.Alert all doctors about any allergies you have.Tell your doctors if you have had anaphylaxis in the past. This should be noted in your medical chart.Avoid eating or touching foods you are allergic to. Ev |
| 110 | 2018-02-01 22:57:23 | Anaphylaxis treatment | Treatment for anaphylaxis should begin right away. If you see someone have a reaction, call 911 to get medical help. If the person has an emergency kit with an EpiPen, inject them in their arm or leg. An EpiPen is a short-term treatment. The person still |
| 111 | 2018-02-01 22:57:23 | Living with anaphylaxis | Most people who receive treatment live a normal, full life. If you do not get treatment and symptoms are severe, you could die. After treatment, you should have someone stay with you for 24 hours to make sure another attack does not occur. Talk to your do |
| 112 | 2018-02-01 22:57:23 | Questions to ask your doctor | I have an allergy. Could I be at risk for anaphylaxis?Do I need to wear a medical alert bracelet? Where do I get one?What should I have in my emergency kit?If I have had anaphylaxis, what is my risk of having it again?How do I make sure that all members o |
| 113 | 2018-02-01 22:57:25 | What is anemia? | Anemia is the most common blood disorder in the United States. It affects your red blood cells and hemoglobin. This is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body. You need iron in order to make hemoglobin. |
| 114 | 2018-02-01 22:57:25 | Symptoms of anemia | Mild forms of anemia may not cause any symptoms. Fatigue, or feeling tired, is a common symptom. This is because the hemoglobin in red blood cells carries oxygen. A lack of oxygen reduces energy. It can cause your heart to work harder to pump oxygen. Anem |
| 115 | 2018-02-01 22:57:25 | What causes anemia? | There are three main reasons why anemia occurs.Your body can’t produce enough red blood cells.DietYour body may not produce enough red blood cells if you lack certain nutrients. Low iron is a common problem. People who don’t eat meat or follow “fad” diets |
| 116 | 2018-02-01 22:57:25 | How is anemia diagnosed? | Talk to your doctor if you think you or your child might have anemia. They will do a physical exam and review your health history and symptoms. To diagnose anemia, your doctor will test your blood. This test is called a complete blood count (CBC). Based o |
| 117 | 2018-02-01 22:57:25 | Can anemia be prevented or avoided? | You cannot avoid anemia caused by a genetic disease. You often cannot avoid it due to blood loss. If your blood loss is from heavy periods, receiving treatment can help prevent anemia. If your body can’t absorb certain nutrients, such as iron or vitamin B |
| 118 | 2018-02-01 22:57:25 | Anemia treatment | There are many treatment options for anemia. They vary based on the type, cause, and severity, as well as your overall health. The first goal of treatment is to create more healthy red blood cells that can carry enough oxygen to your body. Often this is a |
| 119 | 2018-02-01 22:57:25 | Living with anemia | Following treatment, most people go on to live normal, healthy lives. However, anemia can have lasting, or life-threatening, effects. These are more common if the condition is chronic, severe, or left untreated. They include:Arrhythmia. This is an issue w |
| 120 | 2018-02-01 22:57:25 | Questions to ask your doctor | If I have anemia once, will I always have it, or will it come back again?If I have anemia during pregnancy, is there a risk of passing it to my children?If I have a health condition that causes anemia, what is the risk of passing it to my children? |
| 121 | 2018-02-01 22:57:26 | What is angina? | Angina is a heart condition that causes chest pain or pressure. However, not all chest pain and pressure is heart-related.There are three types of angina:Stable angina. This is the most common. It occurs when your heart is working harder than normal. Stab |
| 122 | 2018-02-01 22:57:26 | Symptoms of angina | chest pain or pressureintense sweatingdifficulty catching your breathpain in your arm, neck, jaw or shouldernauseafatigue (feeling overly tired)the feeling of gas or indigestionpain that comes and goes. |
| 123 | 2018-02-01 22:57:26 | What causes angina? | Angina is a form of heart disease. It is caused by blockages in the arteries that supply blood to your heart. Certain risk factors can lead to heart disease, including:high blood pressurediabetessmokinghigh cholesterolmenopause in womenfamily history of h |
| 124 | 2018-02-01 22:57:26 | How is angina diagnosed? | Your doctor will examine your symptoms and ask you about your family history. To test for heart disease, your doctor might have you undergo one or more of the following tests:Electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG). This involves attaching wires and pads to your c |
| 125 | 2018-02-01 22:57:26 | Can angina be prevented or avoided? | The best way to prevent angina is to prevent heart disease. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, and/or high cholesterol, follow your doctor’s treatment plan. If you smoke, stop. Maintain a healthy diet, a healthy weight, and get regular exercise to |
| 126 | 2018-02-01 22:57:26 | Angina treatment | Severe angina is often treated with a medicine called nitroglycerin. Overall, angina can be treated by treating your heart disease. If something other than heart disease is causing your chest pain, your doctor will recommend treatment for that condition. |
| 127 | 2018-02-01 22:57:26 | Living with angina | Living with angina means controlling your risk factors. If you have heart disease caused by underlying conditions, follow your treatment plan for healthy living. Take your prescribed medicines. |
| 128 | 2018-02-01 22:57:26 | Questions to ask your doctor | What lifestyle changes do I need to make to relieve my symptoms?Is it safe for me to exercise? How do I get started?Can surgery help?Will the medicine I’m prescribed interact with the medicines I’m already taking?What symptoms mean my condition is getting |
| 129 | 2018-02-01 22:57:32 | What is babesiosis? | Babesiosis is an infection of the red blood cells. It is caused by a single-cell parasite called Babesia. The parasite is carried by deer ticks, the same ticks that carry Lyme disease.Babesiosis infections in humans used to be rare, but the number of case |
| 130 | 2018-02-01 22:57:32 | Symptoms of babesiosis | Symptoms of babesiosis usually start 1 to 8 weeks after you are bitten by a tick. Some people may not have any symptoms. When symptoms do occur, they are often similar to symptoms of the flu:fever (as high as 104°F)chillssweatingweaknessfatiguejoint and m |
| 131 | 2018-02-01 22:57:32 | What causes babesiosis? | People get babesiosis when an infected tick bites them. The Babesia parasite is usually spread when the tick is in its nymph stage. At that stage, the tick is the size of a poppy seed. It can be hard to detect a tick this small.Ticks live in areas with a |
| 132 | 2018-02-01 22:57:32 | How is babesiosis diagnosed? | Your doctor will look at a sample of your blood under a microscope. If you have babesiosis, he or she will be able to see the parasite in your red blood cells. They might test your blood for other infections that could be causing your symptoms. This inclu |
| 133 | 2018-02-01 22:57:32 | Can babesiosis be prevented or avoided? | The best way to prevent babesiosis and other tick-borne diseases is to avoid being bitten by ticks. When you are outdoors, follow these guidelines:Avoid areas that are wooded, brushy, or have tall grass.Walk in the center of trails.Use an insect repellent |
| 134 | 2018-02-01 22:57:32 | Babesiosis Treatment | What do I do if I find a tick on my skin?Don’t panic. Use fine-tipped tweezers to grab the tick as close to the skin’s surface as possible. Pull up with steady, even pressure. Be careful not to squeeze or twist the tick body. Sometimes parts of the tick r |
| 135 | 2018-02-01 22:57:32 | Living with babesiosis | Many people infected with babesiosis don’t have any symptoms. They don’t even know they have it. Those who experience symptoms can be treated with antibiotics. They usually make a full and complete recovery.People at risk of a more severe infection could |
| 136 | 2018-02-01 22:57:32 | Questions to ask your doctor | I found a tick embedded in my skin but I can’t get it out. What should I do?I’ve been bitten by a tick. Do I need to be seen?Do I have a tick-borne illness?If I need treatment, what is best one for me?What tick or insect repellent should I use for me or m |
| 137 | 2018-02-01 22:57:33 | What is bacterial endocarditis? | Bacterial, or infective, endocarditis (BE) is a type of infection. It occurs in the valves and inner lining of your heart (called the endocardium). BE is not common, but can happen if bacteria from another part of your body enter your bloodstream.BE can b |
| 138 | 2018-02-01 22:57:33 | Symptoms of bacterial endocarditis | Fever, chills, and other flu-like symptoms may be signs of acute BE. You also may have a fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat. Symptoms of chronic BE can include fatigue and unexplained weight loss. |
| 139 | 2018-02-01 22:57:33 | What causes bacterial endocarditis? | Although BE can occur in anyone, some people are at greater risk. This includes people who have:a diagnosed heart valve problema heart defect or heart murmura past surgery on heart valvesan artificial heart valvea heart transplanta history of IV drug usea |
| 140 | 2018-02-01 22:57:33 | How is bacterial endocarditis diagnosed? | Your doctor may suspect you have BE based on your symptoms and health history. They will need to do tests to diagnose it. These include blood tests and an echocardiography (echo). An echo test checks your heart using ultrasound. |
| 141 | 2018-02-01 22:57:33 | Can bacterial endocarditis be prevented or avoided? | You cannot always prevent BE. However, you should talk to your doctor if you are at risk. If you need to have dental work or a procedure, you may need to take an antibiotic first to prevent getting BE. It can help keep bacteria from getting into your bloo |
| 142 | 2018-02-01 22:57:33 | Bacterial endocarditis treatment | Antibiotics are the main form of treatment for BE. They often are given intravenously (through an IV) in the hospital. You may be able to finish treatment at home. Severe cases of BE may require heart surgery. |
| 143 | 2018-02-01 22:57:33 | Living with bacterial endocarditis | A possible side effect of BE is heart failure. This occurs when your heart has a hard time pumping blood. Other complications of BE include damage to your heart muscles, blood clots, and an abnormal heartbeat. If BE isn’t treated, it can lead to death. |
| 144 | 2018-02-01 22:57:33 | Questions to ask your doctor | Am I at risk for bacterial endocarditis?How can I make sure that health care workers, including my dentist, know about my risk for BE?Do I need to take antibiotics? If so, for how long?Will antibiotics interact with other medicine(s) I take?Does BE increa |
| 145 | 2018-02-01 22:57:36 | What is bacterial vaginosis? | Bacterial vaginosis is a mild infection in the vagina caused by a type of bacteria (germ). The vagina normally contains a lot of “good” bacteria, called lactobacilli. It also contains a few other types of bacteria, called anaerobes. Too many anaerobes can |
| 146 | 2018-02-01 22:57:36 | Symptoms of bacterial vaginosis | You may notice a discharge from your vagina. The discharge may be clear or colored. It may be very light or heavy. It may have a fishy smell. This smell may be more intense after you have sexual intercourse. Some women have bacterial vaginosis without any |
| 147 | 2018-02-01 22:57:36 | What causes bacterial vaginosis? | Bacterial vaginosis is an overgrowth of bacteria that are normally in the vagina. Researchers do not completely understand why it occurs. However, activities such as douching can put you at greater risk for bacterial vaginosis. So can having a new sexual |
| 148 | 2018-02-01 22:57:36 | How is bacterial vaginosis diagnosed? | Your doctor will examine your vagina and use a cotton swab to get a sample of the discharge. This sample will be tested to see if you have too much anaerobe bacteria. |
| 149 | 2018-02-01 22:57:36 | Can bacterial vaginosis be prevented or avoided? | You may not be able to prevent bacterial vaginosis. But you can try to reduce your risk of getting it. To reduce your risk, you should:Use condoms. Condoms can help prevent the spread of bacterial vaginosis.Keep sex toys clean. Do not share sex toys with |
| 150 | 2018-02-01 22:57:36 | Bacterial vaginosis treatment | Bacterial vaginosis can be treated in one of several ways. Your doctor may prescribe pills for you to take by mouth. He or she may also prescribe a cream or gel to put in your vagina. It’s important to use your medicine exactly as your doctor tells you.If |
| 151 | 2018-02-01 22:57:36 | Living with bacterial vaginosis | Some women suffer from chronic (recurring) bacterial vaginosis. Medicine can clear up the infection, but it returns again after a few weeks. Some women report that bacterial vaginosis returns after their period each month. Or it can return after they have |
| 152 | 2018-02-01 22:57:36 | Questions to ask your doctor | What is the likely cause of my bacterial vaginosis?Do I need any tests, such as for sexually transmitted infections?What do my test results mean?What treatment option do you recommend?Will I need medicine? How do I take it?When can I expect relief from my |
| 153 | 2018-02-01 22:57:39 | What is Barrett’s esophagus? | Barrett’s esophagus is a condition that affects your esophagus. This is the tube that goes from your throat to your stomach. When you swallow, food travels down this tube and into your stomach. If these muscles don’t close all the way, stomach acid can go |
| 154 | 2018-02-01 22:57:39 | Symptoms of Barrett’s esophagus | Heartburn is the main sign of Barrett’s esophagus. Contact your doctor if you have it 3 or more times a week. You may have symptoms of GERD, which include:trouble swallowingpain when you swallowsudden weight lossblood in your vomit or bowel movementsbowel |
| 155 | 2018-02-01 22:57:39 | What causes Barrett’s esophagus? | Repeat damage from stomach acid causes Barrett’s esophagus. People who have GERD have a higher risk of getting it. So are people who are smokers, obese, or older than 50 years of age. Barrett’s esophagus is more common in white and Hispanic men. |
| 156 | 2018-02-01 22:57:39 | How is Barrett’s esophagus diagnosed? | If you have GERD, your doctor likely will monitor you for Barrett’s esophagus. People who have severe GERD may need an endoscopy. This is an outpatient procedure to look at your esophagus and check for damage. In this test, the doctor inserts a thin, flex |
| 157 | 2018-02-01 22:57:39 | Can Barrett’s esophagus be prevented or avoided? | You can help prevent Barrett’s esophagus. Your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes, such as:Quit smoking, if you smoke.Be more active.Lose weight.Avoid foods that trigger heartburn. Common ones are coffee, chocolate, peppermint, and alcohol. Greasy, sp |
| 158 | 2018-02-01 22:57:39 | Barrett’s esophagus treatment | The main form of treatment is medicines called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). These help relieve pain and reduce the amount of acid in your stomach. They keep Barrett’s esophagus from getting worse. In severe cases, surgery may be done to stop reflux and |
| 159 | 2018-02-01 22:57:39 | Living with Barrett’s esophagus | There is no cure for Barrett’s esophagus. Treatment can improve GERD symptoms and reduce further damage. Follow your doctor’s orders to get regular endoscopies. This can detect abnormal or precancerous cells. |
| 160 | 2018-02-01 22:57:39 | Questions to ask your doctor | If I have GERD, will I eventually have Barrett’s esophagus?How long do I need to take medicine to treat Barrett’s esophagus?What are the side effects of treatment?Are there lifestyle changes I can make to help ease my symptoms?If I have Barrett’s esophagu |
| 161 | 2018-02-01 22:57:44 | What is a Bartholin’s gland cyst? | The Bartholin’s gland is a tiny organ on each of the labia (vaginal lips), near the opening of the vagina. If the vagina were the face of a clock, these glands would be found at about 4 and 8 o’clock. Normally they are invisible. They make a small amount |
| 162 | 2018-02-01 22:57:44 | Symptoms of a Bartholin’s gland cyst | You may notice a round bulge in one of your vaginal lips, near the opening of the vagina. It may be painless or slightly tender. It may stay the same size or may slowly grow larger. Cysts that get infected are usually very tender. In more severe cases, wa |
| 163 | 2018-02-01 22:57:44 | What causes a Bartholin’s gland cyst? | Most of the time, Bartholin’s gland cysts are not infected. In some cases, they can be caused by an infection. Other times, they may become infected. Your doctor may want to check the fluid in the cyst. Most infected cysts (called abscesses) contain the n |
| 164 | 2018-02-01 22:57:44 | How is a Bartholin’s gland cyst diagnosed? | If your Bartholin’s gland cyst is small, you may not notice it. Once it grows larger or becomes infected, you will begin to notice symptoms. Your doctor will be able to diagnose the cyst by looking at it. |
| 165 | 2018-02-01 22:57:44 | Can a Bartholin’s gland cyst be prevented or avoided? | There is no way to prevent a Bartholin’s gland cyst from forming. If you think you have a Bartholin’s gland cyst, tell your doctor right away. This way, you can get early and effective treatment. |
| 166 | 2018-02-01 22:57:44 | Bartholin’s gland cyst treatment | Treatment depends on the size of the cyst, how painful it is, if it’s infected, and your age. You can often treat small cysts by soaking in a few inches of warm water (called a sitz bath) several times a day for 3 or 4 days. This allows the cyst to ruptur |
| 167 | 2018-02-01 22:57:44 | Living with a Bartholin’s gland cyst | It is possible for Bartholin’s gland cysts to come back after treatment. This can happen even years later. If so, your doctor can treat the cyst again. Your doctor also may completely remove the Bartholin’s glands if cysts recur often. |
| 168 | 2018-02-01 22:57:44 | Questions to ask your doctor | I have a bump on one of my vaginal lips. Could it be a Bartholin’s gland cyst?Do I need any tests, such as tests for sexually transmitted infections?How serious is the cyst? Is it infected?What are my treatment options? What treatment do you recommend for |
| 337 | 2018-02-01 23:07:02 | What is a benign breast condition? | A benign breast condition refers to a lump, cyst, or nipple discharge (fluid) of the female or male breast that is not cancerous. There are numerous benign breast conditions. For women, the most common ones are:Fibrocystic breast changes. Fibrosis feels l |
| 338 | 2018-02-01 23:07:02 | Symptoms of benign breast conditions | Fibrocystic breast changes: Your breasts will feel lumpy and Inside your breasts, the lumps are made up of a fibrous, rubber-like, thick tissue, or a fluid-filled cyst.Fibroadenomas: This will feel like a small, round, moving marble in your breast.Cysts: |
| 339 | 2018-02-01 23:07:03 | What causes benign breast conditions? | Benign breast conditions are generally caused by a number of factors. Those factors include the makeup of your breasts (fatty tissue vs. dense or thick tissue), your age, hormone problems, hormone therapy, birth control pills, pregnancy, menopause, being |
| 340 | 2018-02-01 23:07:03 | How is a benign breast condition diagnosed? | Sometimes you will notice a problem with your breast. Sometimes your doctor will detect the problem during a routine physical exam or screening. When you see your doctor for the problem, he or she will ask you questions about what you are experiencing, as |
| 341 | 2018-02-01 23:07:03 | Can benign breast conditions be prevented or avoided? | Benign breast conditions cannot be prevented or avoided. Your family genes have the greatest impact on your breast health. However, you can lower your risks for certain conditions. For example, if your benign breast condition is due to being overweight, l |
| 342 | 2018-02-01 23:07:03 | Benign breast condition treatments | Fibrocystic breast changes: Your doctor may recommend birth control pills to reduce the fluid build up of this type of benign breast condition.Fibroadenomas: Since this is often related to the use of birth control pills, your doctor may recommend an alter |
| 343 | 2018-02-01 23:07:03 | Living with benign breast conditions | The pain and tenderness of a benign breast condition can be uncomfortable. Your sleep position and clothing can affect your pain level. Living with benign breast conditions can be emotionally hard, as well. Many women are worried that a noncancerous lump |
| 344 | 2018-02-01 23:07:03 | Questions to ask your doctor | How long should I wait to see my doctor after I feel a lump?Are benign breast conditions hereditary?Are there genetic tests I should consider?Does mammography expose me to significant radiation?Should I be concerned if the area around my biopsy is red and |
| 345 | 2018-02-01 23:07:04 | What is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)? | Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is a problem with the inner ear. It causes you to suddenly feel dizzy. It is the most common form of vertigo. It is the easiest to treat. |
| 346 | 2018-02-01 23:07:04 | Symptoms of BPPV | You might feel like the room is spinning around in circles or that your surroundings are moving. This feeling is called vertigo. BPPV is associated with feelings of vertigo when you move a certain way. This could be when you turn your head, stand up, roll |
| 347 | 2018-02-01 23:07:04 | What causes BPPV? | Your inner ear contains tiny calcium particles that help you keep your balance. When you move your head, the calcium particles stimulate nerve cells. The nerve cells send your brain a signal telling it which direction your head is moving.Normally, these p |
| 348 | 2018-02-01 23:07:04 | How is BPPV diagnosed? | Your doctor may suspect BPPV if you feel dizzy when you move your head or body in certain ways. He or she will conduct a physical exam and ask you about your symptoms. They may order tests to rule out other causes of your vertigo. These could include a CT |
| 349 | 2018-02-01 23:07:04 | Can BPPV be prevented or avoided? | The only thing you can do to prevent or avoid BPPV is to avoid head positions that trigger it. |
| 350 | 2018-02-01 23:07:04 | BPPV treatment | Your doctor can show you some easy head maneuvers that will help. They move the particles out of the inner ear canals and into areas where they will not cause episodes of vertigo. Doing these movements can stop the symptoms. They may keep the dizziness fr |
| 351 | 2018-02-01 23:07:04 | Living with BPPV | BPPV can be bothersome and uncomfortable. But the simple head maneuvers usually help the symptoms go away. It can come back at any time, but is easily treatable. |
| 352 | 2018-02-01 23:07:04 | Questions to ask your doctor | What could be causing my dizziness?Are there any tests we should perform to rule out other diseases?Is there anything I can do at home to stop the dizziness or make myself feel better?Is it okay to exercise while I’m experiencing BPPV?Will my BPPV ever go |
| 353 | 2018-02-01 23:07:06 | What is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)? | Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition that affects the prostate gland in men. “Hyperplasia” means enlargement. “Benign” means the enlargement isn’t caused by cancer or infection.The prostate helps make semen. It is found between the bladder (w |
| 354 | 2018-02-01 23:07:06 | Symptoms of BPH | Most symptoms of BPH start gradually. They include:The need to get up more often at night to urinate.The need to empty the bladder often during the day.Difficulty in starting the urine flowDribbling after urination ends.Decrease in the size and strength o |
| 355 | 2018-02-01 23:07:06 | What causes BPH? | The exact cause of BPH isn’t well understood. It appears to be related to aging. About 50% of men over age 50 have BPH. Up to 90% of men older than 80 have it.The following factors could increase your risk of BPH:age 40 or olderfamily history of BPHbeing |
| 356 | 2018-02-01 23:07:06 | How is BPH diagnosed? | Your doctor will take a complete history of your symptoms. Then he or she will do a rectal exam to check your prostate. They will put a gloved, lubricated finger into your rectum to feel the size of your prostate gland.To make sure that your prostate prob |
| 357 | 2018-02-01 23:07:06 | Can BPH be prevented or avoided? | There is nothing you can do to prevent or avoid BPH. Recent studies have shown that increasing physical activity may help. It can lower the frequency of BPH symptoms. Talk to your doctor to see if an activity or exercise plan is right for you. |
| 358 | 2018-02-01 23:07:06 | BPH treatment | Treatment for BPH depends on what symptoms you have and how severe they are. Options include lifestyle changes, medicine, minimally invasive procedures, and surgery.Lifestyle changesIf your symptoms are mild or only slightly bothersome, you can usually co |
| 359 | 2018-02-01 23:07:06 | Living with BPH | BPH is not life-threatening, but it can be bothersome. There are also some complications that can occur. These include:inability to urinateincontinenceblood in the urineurinary tract infectionsbladder or kidney damagebladder stones.Sometimes men have urin |
| 360 | 2018-02-01 23:07:06 | Questions to ask your doctor | How long will my treatment last?Is surgery an option?Will there be any side effects from my treatment?Does this mean I am at higher risk of developing prostate cancer?Is there anything I can do to make urinating easier?Could my symptoms be caused by somet |
| 361 | 2018-02-01 23:07:08 | What is bipolar disorder? | Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes extreme mood swings. Other names are manic depression or manic-depressive illness. People of all ages, male or female, can have it.There are different kinds of bipolar disorder. They vary based on your symp |
| 362 | 2018-02-01 23:07:08 | Symptoms of bipolar disorder | Most people with mood swings do not have bipolar disorder. However, intense mood swings are the main sign that shows in someone who does have it. At times, you may feel very happy, full of energy, and able to do anything. This can make you excited and una |
| 363 | 2018-02-01 23:07:08 | What causes bipolar disorder? | Bipolar disorder may be caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. Genetics may be a factor. You have a greater chance of getting bipolar disorder if it runs in your family. |
| 364 | 2018-02-01 23:07:08 | How is bipolar disorder diagnosed? | Talk to your doctor if you think you have bipolar disorder. The doctor can do a physical exam and mental assessment.People who have bipolar disorder seek care when they are depressed more often than when they’re manic. This can make it hard to diagnose th |
| 365 | 2018-02-01 23:07:08 | Can bipolar disorder be prevented or avoided? | You cannot prevent or avoid bipolar disorder. |
| 366 | 2018-02-01 23:07:08 | Bipolar disorder treatment | Some people who have bipolar disorder don’t want to get treatment or don’t think they need it. Some people think they can get better on their own. Often, they don’t realize how much it affects their lives and the lives of the people around them.You and yo |
| 367 | 2018-02-01 23:07:08 | Living with bipolar disorder | It is likely that you will always have some degree or form of bipolar disorder. Treatment can help reduce your symptoms. Other things you can do include:Research and learn about bipolar disorder. Ask your doctor for resources. Involve your family and tell |
| 368 | 2018-02-01 23:07:08 | Questions to ask your doctor | What treatment is best for bipolar disorder?Should I take medicine all the time or only when I’m feeling bad?Are there any support groups in my area that you recommend?Should I make any changes to my diet or exercise plan?If I have bipolar disorder, will |
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