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liveqa-en-051 | QA | LiveQA | What is the connection (if any) between Essential Tremor and Parkinsons and what is the best treatment for Essential Tremor? | These resources address the diagnosis or management of essential tremor: - Genetic Testing Registry: Hereditary essential tremor 1 - Johns Hopkins Movement Disorders Center - MedlinePlus Encyclopedia: Essential Tremor These resources from MedlinePlus offer information about the diagnosis and management of various healt... |
liveqa-en-052 | QA | LiveQA | What is the connection (if any) between Essential Tremor and Parkinsons and what is the best treatment for Essential Tremor? | There is no definitive cure for essential tremor. Symptomatic drug therapy may include propranolol or other beta blockers and primidone, an anticonvulsant drug. Eliminating tremor "triggers" such as caffeine and other stimulants from the diet is often recommended. Physical and occupational therapy may help to reduce tr... |
liveqa-en-053 | QA | LiveQA | My doctor does not know of a medication that can be used in the mouth for dry mouth. Through research, I think the medication is there, I just can't find the name of it for him to prescribe forme. Can you help me. I'm using the across the counter Biotene but would like something that works a little better. | Treatment for Dry MouthDry mouth treatment will depend on what is causing the problem. If you think you have dry mouth, see your dentist or physician. He or she can help to determine what is causing your dry mouth. If your dry mouth is caused by medicine, your physician might change your medicine or adjust the dosage. ... |
liveqa-en-054 | QA | LiveQA | My doctor does not know of a medication that can be used in the mouth for dry mouth. Through research, I think the medication is there, I just can't find the name of it for him to prescribe forme. Can you help me. I'm using the across the counter Biotene but would like something that works a little better. | Dry mouth treatment will depend on what is causing the problem. If you think you have dry mouth, see your dentist or physician. He or she can help to determine what is causing your dry mouth. If your dry mouth is caused by medicine, your physician might change your medicine or adjust the dosage. If your salivary glands... |
liveqa-en-055 | QA | LiveQA | Project. Hi my name is [NAME] and I'm doing a school project about leukemia and I was wondering if you can anwser some of my questions please.1. What cause leukemia cancer?2. Can you survive leukemia?3. How does leukemia affect your body?4. Is leukemia inherited?5. What is advanced leukemia?6. How long can someone with... | Some cases of chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML) are linked to cancer treatment, but in most cases the cause is unknown. Over the past few years, scientists have made progress in understanding how certain changes in the DNA of bone marrow cells may cause CMML to develop. DNA is the chemical that carries the instru... |
liveqa-en-056 | QA | LiveQA | Project. Hi my name is [NAME] and I'm doing a school project about leukemia and I was wondering if you can anwser some of my questions please.1. What cause leukemia cancer?2. Can you survive leukemia?3. How does leukemia affect your body?4. Is leukemia inherited?5. What is advanced leukemia?6. How long can someone with... | Leukemia is a cancer of the blood cells. It is the most common type of blood cancer and affects 10 times as many adults as children. Most people diagnosed with leukemia are over 50 years old.Leukemia Starts in Bone Marrow Types of blood cells made by the bone marrow and a description of their functions. - Click to enla... |
liveqa-en-057 | QA | LiveQA | Project. Hi my name is [NAME] and I'm doing a school project about leukemia and I was wondering if you can anwser some of my questions please.1. What cause leukemia cancer?2. Can you survive leukemia?3. How does leukemia affect your body?4. Is leukemia inherited?5. What is advanced leukemia?6. How long can someone with... | Sometimes people inherit DNA mutations from a parent that greatly increase their risk of getting certain types of cancer. But inherited mutations rarely cause CLL. DNA changes related to CLL usually occur during the person's lifetime, rather than having been inherited before birth. |
liveqa-en-058 | QA | LiveQA | Project. Hi my name is [NAME] and I'm doing a school project about leukemia and I was wondering if you can anwser some of my questions please.1. What cause leukemia cancer?2. Can you survive leukemia?3. How does leukemia affect your body?4. Is leukemia inherited?5. What is advanced leukemia?6. How long can someone with... | There are many treatment options for people with leukemia. The choice of treatment depends on your age and general health, the type of leukemia you have, whether or not it has spread outside the bone marrow, and other factors. If tests show that you have leukemia, you should talk with your doctor and make treatment dec... |
liveqa-en-059 | QA | LiveQA | Project. Hi my name is [NAME] and I'm doing a school project about leukemia and I was wondering if you can anwser some of my questions please.1. What cause leukemia cancer?2. Can you survive leukemia?3. How does leukemia affect your body?4. Is leukemia inherited?5. What is advanced leukemia?6. How long can someone with... | Unlike other types of cancer, leukemia isn't a tumor that your doctor can surgically remove. Leukemia cells are produced in the bone marrow and travel throughout the body.The Goal of TreatmentThe goal of treatment for leukemia is to destroy the leukemia cells and allow normal cells to form in the bone marrow. Depending... |
liveqa-en-060 | QA | LiveQA | Project. Hi my name is [NAME] and I'm doing a school project about leukemia and I was wondering if you can anwser some of my questions please.1. What cause leukemia cancer?2. Can you survive leukemia?3. How does leukemia affect your body?4. Is leukemia inherited?5. What is advanced leukemia?6. How long can someone with... | Treatment depends on a number of factors, including the type of leukemia, the patient's age and general health, where leukemia cells have collected in the body, and whether the leukemia has been treated before. Certain features of the leukemia cells and the patient's symptoms also may determine treatment options. |
liveqa-en-061 | QA | LiveQA | I have been dealing with an autoimmune disease for almost 4 years now, I've been tested for many things and the doctors can't seem to find what excactly is wrong. It began with pain, swelling and stiffness in my feet and toes.A lot of the pain is joint stiff n ess and my skin feels like its being burned. Over time it ... | Lupus can have many symptoms, and they differ from person to person. Some of the more common ones are Pain or swelling in joints Muscle pain Fever with no known cause Red rashes, most often on the face (also called the "butterfly rash") Chest pain when taking a deep breath Hair loss Pale or purple fingers... |
liveqa-en-062 | QA | LiveQA | EMAIL: [EMAIL] FROM: http://m.medlineplus.gov/medlineplus.htm BROWSER: NokiaX2-01/5.0 (07.10) Profile/MIDP-2.1 Configuration/CLDC-1.1 Mozilla/5.0 AppleWebKit/420 (KHTML, like Gecko) Safari/420 DATE: 01/06/2014 MESSAGE: My question is.wat is the treatment for chronic gonorrhea, massive growth? | A number of different antibiotics may be used for treating this type of infection. - You may receive one large dose of oral antibiotics or take a smaller dose for seven days. - You may be given an antibiotic injection or shot, and then perhaps be sent home with antibiotic pills. - More severe cases of PID (pelvic in... |
liveqa-en-063 | QA | LiveQA | is this a safe decision | These resources address the diagnosis or management of prostate cancer: - American College of Radiology: Prostate Cancer Radiation Treatment - Genetic Testing Registry: Familial prostate cancer - Genetic Testing Registry: Prostate cancer, hereditary, 2 - MedlinePlus Encyclopedia: Prostate Brachytherapy - Medl... |
liveqa-en-064 | QA | LiveQA | is this a safe decision | If tests show that you have cancer, you should talk with your doctor in order to make treatment decisions.Working With a Team of SpecialistsA team of specialists often treats people with cancer. The team will keep the primary doctor informed about the patient's progress. The team may include a medical oncologist who is... |
liveqa-en-065 | QA | LiveQA | is this a safe decision | Through research, doctors are trying to find new, more effective ways to treat prostate cancer. Cryosurgery -- destroying cancer by freezing it -- is under study as an alternative to surgery and radiation therapy. To avoid damaging healthy tissue, the doctor places an instrument known as a cryoprobe in direct contact w... |
liveqa-en-066 | QA | LiveQA | Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. I am doing a research project on this genetic disease and I would like to know more about it from a professional. I am researching the mode of inheritance, symptoms, treatments/ support groups, and relative cost to family. | There is no known cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Treatment aims to control symptoms to improve quality of life. Steroid drugs can slow the loss of muscle strength. They may be started when the child is diagnosed or when muscle strength begins to decline. Other treatments may include: - Albuterol--a drug used fo... |
liveqa-en-067 | QA | LiveQA | I have been treated for breast cancer and had chemotherapy and readiation. I am on many drugs but since stopping treatment I have now presented as having asthma. I take Letrozole. 2.5 to block any estrogen in my body as my tumor was estrogen positive. What type of drugs impact asthma symptoms? Please advise | The exact cause of asthma isn't known. Researchers think some genetic and environmental factors interact to cause asthma, most often early in life. These factors include: An inherited tendency to develop allergies, called atopy (AT-o-pe) Parents who have asthma Certain respiratory infections during childhood Contact wi... |
liveqa-en-068 | QA | LiveQA | My provider can't help (I asked.) I am intolerant of all the "sugar alcohols" such as maltilol, sorbitol, xylitol, etc. and need something for dry mouth caused by med which I have to take. Biotene products help for only about two minutes. | Treatment for Dry MouthDry mouth treatment will depend on what is causing the problem. If you think you have dry mouth, see your dentist or physician. He or she can help to determine what is causing your dry mouth. If your dry mouth is caused by medicine, your physician might change your medicine or adjust the dosage. ... |
liveqa-en-069 | QA | LiveQA | My provider can't help (I asked.) I am intolerant of all the "sugar alcohols" such as maltilol, sorbitol, xylitol, etc. and need something for dry mouth caused by med which I have to take. Biotene products help for only about two minutes. | Dry mouth treatment will depend on what is causing the problem. If you think you have dry mouth, see your dentist or physician. He or she can help to determine what is causing your dry mouth. If your dry mouth is caused by medicine, your physician might change your medicine or adjust the dosage. If your salivary glands... |
liveqa-en-070 | QA | LiveQA | My mother has Pulmonary ARTERIAL hypertension in the left side of her heart. Is there anything that can be done to improve her health. | These resources address the diagnosis or management of pulmonary arterial hypertension: - Gene Review: Gene Review: Heritable Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension - Genetic Testing Registry: Primary pulmonary hypertension - Genetic Testing Registry: Primary pulmonary hypertension 2 - Genetic Testing Registry: Primary pulmon... |
liveqa-en-071 | QA | LiveQA | What information does the National Library of Medicine have that states causes of peripheral neuropathy? | Neuropathy is very common. There are many types and causes. Often, no cause can be found. Some nerve diseases run in families. Diabetes is the most common cause of this type of nerve problem. High blood sugar levels over a long time can damage your nerves. Other health conditions that may cause neuropathy are: - Autoim... |
liveqa-en-072 | QA | LiveQA | Hello Dr.,In a case of patient with Kidney Stone size of 1.2mm x 2.3mm. What can i do? Pls i need your advice. | Treatment depends on the type of stone and the severity of your symptoms. Kidney stones that are small most often pass through your system on their own. - Your urine should be strained so the stone can be saved and tested. - Drink at least 6 to 8 glasses of water per day to produce a large amount of urine. This will he... |
liveqa-en-073 | QA | LiveQA | sepsis. Can sepsis be prevented. Can someone get this from a hospital? | The risk of sepsis can be reduced by getting all recommended vaccines. In the hospital, careful hand washing can help prevent infections that lead to sepsis. Prompt removal of urinary catheters and IV lines when they are no longer needed can also help prevent infections that lead to sepsis. |
liveqa-en-074 | QA | LiveQA | Since taking Letrozole the last 4.6 months, I now have a 4 cm. csyst in front of my right ovary that must be removed. Why am I prescribed a drug that is also prescribed for young women trying to conceive. I am post menopausal and had early stage breast cancer in 2010. Now, that I am ending my 5 year run with this dr... | Letrozole is used treat early breast cancer in women who have experienced menopause (change of life; end of monthly menstrual periods) and who have had other treatments, such as radiation or surgery to remove the tumor. It is also used to treat early breast cancer in women who have experienced menopause and who have al... |
liveqa-en-075 | QA | LiveQA | When a person is very dehydrated do they sometimes get a tight pain in their chest (right below the breasts) right before they faint/pass out? | Signs of mild to moderate dehydration: - Thirst - Dry or sticky mouth - Not urinating much - Darker yellow urine - Dry, cool skin - Headache - Muscle cramps Signs of severe dehydration: - Not urinating, or very dark yellow or amber-colored urine - Dry, shriveled skin - Irritability or confusion - Dizziness ... |
liveqa-en-076 | QA | LiveQA | Name: [NAME] Date and Time of Contact: Thu, 1 Jan 2015 16:10:06 GMT Application: myncbi SessionId: CE9069DE4A56A0A1_0093SID MyNCBI UserName: Host: portal205 Snapshot: /projects/MyNCBI/myncbiPortal@2.45 Browser's user agent header: Mozilla/4.0 (compatible; MSIE 8.0; Windows NT 6.1; WOW64; Trident/4.0; SLCC2; .NET CLR 2.... | An insulinoma is a tumor in the pancreas that produces too much insulin. |
liveqa-en-077 | QA | LiveQA | Does either of these help with skin keloids? What would help keloids? | Keloids often do not need treatment. If the keloid bothers you, these things can be done to reduce the size: - Corticosteroid injections - Freezing (cryotherapy) - Laser treatments - Radiation - Surgical removal - Silicone gel or patches Sometimes these treatments cause the keloid scar to become larger. |
liveqa-en-078 | QA | LiveQA | Dear Sir. I am [NAME] from India gujarat state. My father is 61 years older suffering with Pancreatic cancer and it's in 3/4 Rd stage. All doctors are help less for us as they told my father can't leave more then 4 months. . I want to take your suggestions and help for my father's Pancreatic cancer. I want to save my f... | Treatment for adenocarcinoma depends on the stage of the tumor. Surgery may be done if the tumor has not spread or has spread very little. Along with surgery, chemotherapy or radiation therapy or both may be used before or after surgery. A small number of people can be cured with this treatment approach. When the tumor... |
liveqa-en-079 | QA | LiveQA | Name: [NAME] Date and Time of Contact: Mon, 19 Jan 2015 19:48:21 GMT Application: entrez Database: pubmed SessionId: 39700B4F4BD5E951_0188SID MyNCBI UserName: Browser's user agent header: Mozilla/5.0 (Macintosh; Intel Mac OS X 10_10) AppleWebKit/600.1.25 (KHTML, like Gecko) Version/8.0 Safari/600.1.25 Message Body: how... | The health care provider will use a stethoscope to listen to your lungs. Wheezing or other asthma-related sounds may be heard. Tests that may be ordered include: - Allergy testing - skin or a blood test to see if a person with asthma is allergic to certain substances - Arterial blood gas (usually only done with pat... |
liveqa-en-080 | QA | LiveQA | I want more information on Hypertension and fibromyalgia, I seem to be getting only topics on diabetes and I do not have this. I enjoy reading the current info. thanks [NAME] | Blood pressure is a measurement of the force exerted against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps blood to your body. Hypertension is the term used to describe high blood pressure. Blood pressure readings are given as two numbers. The top number is called the systolic blood pressure. The bottom number is call... |
liveqa-en-081 | QA | LiveQA | I want more information on Hypertension and fibromyalgia, I seem to be getting only topics on diabetes and I do not have this. I enjoy reading the current info. thanks [NAME] | Summary Blood pressure is the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. Each time your heart beats, it pumps blood into the arteries. Your blood pressure is highest when your heart beats, pumping the blood. This is called systolic pressure. When your heart is at rest, between beats, your blood pr... |
liveqa-en-082 | QA | LiveQA | I want more information on Hypertension and fibromyalgia, I seem to be getting only topics on diabetes and I do not have this. I enjoy reading the current info. thanks [NAME] | Fibromyalgia is a common syndrome in which a person has long-term pain, spread throughout the body. The pain is most often linked to fatigue, sleep problems, headaches, depression, and anxiety. People with fibromalgia may also have tenderness in the joints, muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. |
liveqa-en-083 | QA | LiveQA | I want more information on Hypertension and fibromyalgia, I seem to be getting only topics on diabetes and I do not have this. I enjoy reading the current info. thanks [NAME] | Summary Fibromyalgia is a disorder that causes muscle pain and fatigue. People with fibromyalgia have "tender points" on the body. Tender points are specific places on the neck, shoulders, back, hips, arms, and legs. These points hurt when pressure is put on them. People with fibromyalgia may also have other symptoms,... |
liveqa-en-084 | QA | LiveQA | Question. What is the consensus of medical doctors as to whether asthma can be cured? And do you have an article discussing whether asthma can be cured? | The goals of treatment are: - Control airway swelling - Stay away from substances that trigger your symptoms - Help you to be able to do normal activities without asthma symptoms You and your doctor should work as a team to manage your asthma. Follow your doctor's instructions on taking medicines, eliminating asthma tr... |
liveqa-en-085 | QA | LiveQA | Question. What is the consensus of medical doctors as to whether asthma can be cured? And do you have an article discussing whether asthma can be cured? | Asthma is a long-term disease that has no cure. The goal of asthma treatment is to control the disease. Good asthma control will: Prevent chronic and troublesome symptoms, such as coughing and shortness of breath Reduce your need for quick-relief medicines (see below) Help you maintain good lung function Let you mainta... |
liveqa-en-086 | QA | LiveQA | how to reduced hypertension | The goal of treatment is to reduce your blood pressure so that you have a lower risk of complications. You and your provider should set a blood pressure goal for you. If you have pre-hypertension, your provider will recommend lifestyle changes to bring your blood pressure down to a normal range. Medicines are rarely us... |
liveqa-en-087 | QA | LiveQA | How can I relieve dry mouth. | Treatment for Dry MouthDry mouth treatment will depend on what is causing the problem. If you think you have dry mouth, see your dentist or physician. He or she can help to determine what is causing your dry mouth. If your dry mouth is caused by medicine, your physician might change your medicine or adjust the dosage. ... |
liveqa-en-088 | QA | LiveQA | How can I relieve dry mouth. | Dry mouth treatment will depend on what is causing the problem. If you think you have dry mouth, see your dentist or physician. He or she can help to determine what is causing your dry mouth. If your dry mouth is caused by medicine, your physician might change your medicine or adjust the dosage. If your salivary glands... |
liveqa-en-089 | QA | LiveQA | I need to lose fat | CHANGING YOUR LIFESTYLE An active lifestyle and plenty of exercise, along with healthy eating, is the safest way to lose weight. Even modest weight loss can improve your health. You may need a lot of support from family and friends. Your main goal should be to learn new, healthy ways of eating and make them part of you... |
liveqa-en-090 | QA | LiveQA | What if you do not have surgery to remove a papilloma? | Treatment of breast papillomas often entails surgical duct excision for symptomatic relief and histopathological examination. Recently, more conservative approach has been adapted. MD-assisted microdochectomy should be considered the procedure of choice for a papilloma-related single duct discharge. Furthermore, there ... |
liveqa-en-091 | QA | LiveQA | I would like info on my obesity problem and if I can get help | SummaryObesity means having too much body fat. It is different from being overweight, which means weighing too much. The weight may come from muscle, bone, fat, and/or body water. Both terms mean that a person's weight is greater than what's considered healthy for his or her height.Obesity occurs over time when you eat... |
liveqa-en-092 | QA | LiveQA | I am looking for information about Cancer of the Esophagus and I'm not finding anything on your website. | Esophageal cancer is a cancer of the esophagus, the hollow tube that carries food and liquids from the throat to the stomach. As the cancer grows, symptoms may include painful or difficult swallowing, weight loss and coughing up blood. The exact cause is usually not known, but both environmental and genetic factors are... |
liveqa-en-093 | QA | LiveQA | Hello. My name is [NAME] and I am a junior in high school. I am currently doing a research topic on obesity and was wondering if you would be able to answer a few questions. It would be greatly appreciated if you could! Thank you! 1)What/Who is to blame for obesity? 2)Do you think putting a tax on junk food will reduc... | Taking in more calories than your body burns can lead to obesity. This is because the body stores unused calories as fat. Obesity can be caused by: - Eating more food than your body can use - Drinking too much alcohol - Not getting enough exercise Many obese people who lose large amounts of weight and gain it b... |
liveqa-en-094 | QA | LiveQA | Hello. My name is [NAME] and I am a junior in high school. I am currently doing a research topic on obesity and was wondering if you would be able to answer a few questions. It would be greatly appreciated if you could! Thank you! 1)What/Who is to blame for obesity? 2)Do you think putting a tax on junk food will reduc... | CHANGING YOUR LIFESTYLE An active lifestyle and plenty of exercise, along with healthy eating, is the safest way to lose weight. Even modest weight loss can improve your health. You may need a lot of support from family and friends. Your main goal should be to learn new, healthy ways of eating and make them part of you... |
liveqa-en-095 | QA | LiveQA | Please mail me information of Lynch Syndrome as I do not have a computer and my doctor has told me that I have this. | Lynch syndrome is an inherited condition that causes an increased risk of developing cancer. Individuals with Lynch syndrome have a higher risk of developing colon and rectal cancer, as well as cancers of the stomach, small intestine, liver, gallbladder ducts, upper urinary tract, brain, skin, and prostate. Women with ... |
liveqa-en-096 | QA | LiveQA | Please mail me information of Lynch Syndrome as I do not have a computer and my doctor has told me that I have this. | Lynch syndrome, often called hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC), is an inherited disorder that increases the risk of many types of cancer, particularly cancers of the colon (large intestine) and rectum, which are collectively referred to as colorectal cancer. People with Lynch syndrome also have an incre... |
liveqa-en-097 | QA | LiveQA | Can you mail me patient information about Glaucoma, I was recently diagnosed and want to learn all I can about the disease. | Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that can damage the optic nerve. This nerve sends the images you see to your brain. Most often, optic nerve damage is caused by increased pressure in the eye. This is called intraocular pressure. Watch this video about: Glaucoma |
liveqa-en-098 | QA | LiveQA | spina bifida; vertbral fusion;syrinx tethered cord. can u help for treatment of these problem | These resources address the diagnosis or management of spina bifida: - Benioff Children's Hospital, University of California, San Francisco: Treatment of Spina Bifida - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Living with Spina Bifida - GeneFacts: Spina Bifida: Diagnosis - GeneFacts: Spina Bifida: Management - Genet... |
liveqa-en-099 | QA | LiveQA | spina bifida; vertbral fusion;syrinx tethered cord. can u help for treatment of these problem | There is no cure for SB because the nerve tissue cannot be replaced or repaired. Treatment for the variety of effects of SB may include surgery, medication, and physiotherapy. Many individuals with SB will need assistive devices such as braces, crutches, or wheelchairs. Ongoing therapy, medical care, and/or surgical tr... |
liveqa-en-100 | QA | LiveQA | hi doctor my name is [NAME] m from [LOCATION] its almost a 2yrs i m not getting pregnant.. i have done few tests of my husband the sperm count is nil and i have done molecular biology karyotyping test and its a klinefelter syndrome. is dere any chance of getting pregnant? is dere any treatment for this ?please kindly h... | Treatment depends on the source of the problem, but may involve: - Injections of testosterone (in males) - Slow-release testosterone skin patch (in males) - Testosterone gels (in males) - Estrogen and progesterone pills or skin patches (in females) - GnRH injections |
liveqa-en-101 | QA | LiveQA | hi doctor my name is [NAME] m from [LOCATION] its almost a 2yrs i m not getting pregnant.. i have done few tests of my husband the sperm count is nil and i have done molecular biology karyotyping test and its a klinefelter syndrome. is dere any chance of getting pregnant? is dere any treatment for this ?please kindly h... | Testosterone therapy may be prescribed. This can help: - Grow body hair - Improve appearance of muscles - Improve concentration - Improve mood and self esteem - Increase energy and sex drive - Increase strength Most men with this syndrome are not able to get a woman pregnant. But, an infertility specialis... |
liveqa-en-102 | QA | LiveQA | hi doctor my name is [NAME] m from [LOCATION] its almost a 2yrs i m not getting pregnant.. i have done few tests of my husband the sperm count is nil and i have done molecular biology karyotyping test and its a klinefelter syndrome. is dere any chance of getting pregnant? is dere any treatment for this ?please kindly h... | These resources address the diagnosis or management of Klinefelter syndrome: - Genetic Testing Registry: Klinefelter's syndrome, XXY - MedlinePlus Encyclopedia: Klinefelter Syndrome - MedlinePlus Encyclopedia: Testicular Failure These resources from MedlinePlus offer information about the diagnosis and management of va... |
liveqa-en-103 | QA | LiveQA | Breast cancer at 84. My mother was just diagnost with breast cancer. She is 84 years old, her tumor started in the milk duct and is small in size, their is a mass as well in the same breast. He is scheduled for a lumpectomy to remove both. Because of age we would like suggestions on treatment options after surgery. | Hormonal therapy keeps cancer cells from getting the hormones they need to grow. This treatment may include the use of drugs that change the way hormones work. Sometimes it includes surgery to remove the ovaries, which make female hormones. Like chemotherapy, hormonal therapy can affect cancer cells throughout the body... |
liveqa-en-104 | QA | LiveQA | Breast cancer at 84. My mother was just diagnost with breast cancer. She is 84 years old, her tumor started in the milk duct and is small in size, their is a mass as well in the same breast. He is scheduled for a lumpectomy to remove both. Because of age we would like suggestions on treatment options after surgery. | Certain drugs that have been used successfully in other cancers are now being used to treat some breast cancers. A mix of drugs may increase the length of time you will live, or the length of time you will live without cancer. In addition, certain drugs like Herceptin® and Tykerb® taken in combination with chemotherapy... |
liveqa-en-105 | QA | LiveQA | Hello, my name is [NAME] and i am a student at [LOCATION] here in [LOCATION]. I am composing a research report on SIDS and i was hoping you could help me with some information. I was particularly interested in learning weather parents should be worried about cribs death and if you could direct me to some resources on t... | Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is the unexpected, sudden death of a child under age 1. An autopsy does not show an explainable cause of death. |
liveqa-en-106 | QA | LiveQA | Hello, my name is [NAME] and i am a student at [LOCATION] here in [LOCATION]. I am composing a research report on SIDS and i was hoping you could help me with some information. I was particularly interested in learning weather parents should be worried about cribs death and if you could direct me to some resources on t... | SummarySudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is the sudden, unexplained death of an infant younger than one year old. Some people call SIDS "crib death" because many babies who die of SIDS are found in their cribs. SIDS is the leading cause of death in children between one month and one year old. Most SIDS deaths occur w... |
liveqa-en-107 | QA | LiveQA | Dear DR, please i have a friend that has the above illness..I want to find out...since i want to marry her...is it an infectious illness,,and can it be totally cured. And how can i help her to get this cured..Please i really need your reply urgently | Treatment for pneumonia depends on the type of pneumonia you have and how severe it is. Most people who have community-acquired pneumonia—the most common type of pneumonia—are treated at home. The goals of treatment are to cure the infection and prevent complications.General TreatmentIf you have pneumonia, follow your ... |
liveqa-en-108 | QA | LiveQA | what is the pattern of recovery after stroke? | How well a person does after a stroke depends on: - The type of stroke - How much brain tissue is damaged - What body functions have been affected - How quickly treatment is given Problems moving, thinking, and talking often improve in the weeks to months after a stroke. Many people who have had a stroke will keep... |
liveqa-en-109 | QA | LiveQA | Is there information available from women who have or are using it? I'd like to know what their reactions to the drug are. Thank you for your help. | Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:Less commonBone fracturebreast painchest painchills, fever, or flu-... |
liveqa-en-110 | QA | LiveQA | what medication and food that can give to ALS patient to help with the slow progession of the disease | No cure has yet been found for ALS. However, the drug riluzole--the only prescribed drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat ALS--prolongs life by 2-3 months but does not relieve symptoms. The FDA has also approved the NeuRx Diaphragm Pacing System, which uses implanted electrodes and a battery ... |
liveqa-en-111 | QA | LiveQA | Can macular degeneration in only one eye cause dizziness? | Lightheadedness occurs when your brain does not get enough blood. This may occur if: - You have a sudden drop in blood pressure. - Your body does not have enough water (is dehydrated) because of vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and other conditions. - You get up too quickly after sitting or lying down (this is more common... |
liveqa-en-112 | QA | LiveQA | i had bad diarrhea over the weekend and though how my mother used paregoric, went to the drug store to get some, he said they dont sell it any more HELP | In most cases of diarrhea, the only treatment necessary is replacing lost fluids and electrolytes to prevent dehydration. Over-the-counter medicines such as loperamide (Imodium) and bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol and Kaopectate) may help stop diarrhea in adults. However, people with bloody diarrhea—a sign of bacte... |
liveqa-en-113 | QA | LiveQA | Can I go in tub , pool or shower while wearing the lidocaine patch? If not, can I take off the patch (2or 3), and put a new one on in a different area for the remainder of the 12 hr. "on" period | Lidocaine comes as a patch to apply to the skin. It is applied only once a day as needed for pain. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use lidocaine patches exactly as directed. Your doctor will tell you how many lidoca... |
liveqa-en-114 | QA | LiveQA | I would like information on this medicinal - BUPROPION 100MG To use it and what are the side effects of the drug. | The information included under the Incidence in Controlled Trials subsection of ADVERSE REACTIONS is based primarily on data from controlled clinical trials with Bupropion Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets (SR). Information on additional adverse events associated with the extended-release formulation of bupropion ... |
liveqa-en-115 | QA | LiveQA | I have a history of peptic ulcers, so I don't take aspirin or anything that contains it. However, I still experience ulcerative pain when I take Tylenol, especially on the second day of it's administration in recommended doses. Why is this so? | Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if:• adult takes more than 12 caplets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount• child takes more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount• taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen• adult has 3 or more alcoh... |
liveqa-en-116 | QA | LiveQA | 12 years ago I was bitten by tick while deer hunting. The bite area contained the ring as described in Lyme Disease symptoms. I was treated with antibiotics; however, ever since that time I have many of the symptoms cited for Lyme. Also, usually prior to, and during these symptoms I have a reddish-pink welt appear a... | Lyme disease tests are used to determine if a person with characteristic symptoms has been infected by Borrelia burgdorferi. If the doctor suspects a recent infection, then she may order both an IgM and IgG antibody blood test. If they are negative but symptoms persist, then the tests may be ordered again a few weeks l... |
liveqa-en-117 | QA | LiveQA | Are large, inoperable schwannomas treatable or able to be shrunk with chemotherapy or radiation? | How is a vestibular schwannoma treated? As the tumor grows larger, surgical removal is more complicated because the tumor may have damaged the nerves that control facial movement, hearing, and balance and may also have affected other nerves and structures of the brain. The removal of tumors affecting the hearing, balan... |
liveqa-en-118 | QA | LiveQA | At night, I have very bad lower leg skin itching. Is this being caused by any of my prescripions? | Summary Itching is skin tingling or irritation that makes you want to scratch the itchy area. It's a symptom of many health conditions. Common causes are Allergic reactions Eczema Dry skin Insect bites and stings Irritating chemicals Parasites such as pinworms, scabies, head and body lice Pregnancy Rashes Reactions to ... |
liveqa-en-119 | QA | LiveQA | Bleach on bed sores? Yes or no? Hear to add water and rag? | Now scientists at Stanford University School of Medicine, California, think it could also have other medical uses, including healing skin damaged by cancer treatment, bed sores and diabetic ulcers. |
liveqa-en-120 | QA | LiveQA | Can a birth control called Ocella cause DVT? My daughter experiences pains cramping,redness and swelling in her thigh and also really bad huge blood clots during her menstrual cycles after she was prescribed Osella for birth control. Also these symptoms worsened after she gave birth. This has been happening for a year... | Patient information: Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) (Beyond the Basics)Medical conditions or medications — Some medical conditions and medications increase a person's risk of developing a blood clot:● Pregnancy● Obesity● Smoking● Heart failure● Previous DVT or PE● Increased age● Cancer — Some cancers increase substances in... |
liveqa-en-121 | QA | LiveQA | Can an abscess teeth cause a heart attack | Possible Complications of Tooth Abscesses When left untreated, an advanced tooth abscess infection can eat away the jaw, leading to tooth loss and possible facial disfigurement as a result of compromised, soft facial bones. It can put you at greater risk of systemic (whole body) problems such as diabetic flare-ups, blo... |
liveqa-en-122 | QA | LiveQA | Can macular degeneration in only one eye cause dizziness? | Unsteadiness Unsteadiness (disequilibrium) or loss of balance when standing or walking are often experienced along with vertigo and other types of dizziness. The causes include: Inner ear problems. These can cause sensations of floating or unsteadiness, especially in the dark. Vision problems. Cataracts, macular dege... |
liveqa-en-123 | QA | LiveQA | Can older infants get jaundice? What is the age range? | Many healthy babies have some jaundice during the first week of life. It usually goes away. However, jaundice can happen at any age and may be a sign of a problem. Jaundice can happen for many reasons, such as… |
liveqa-en-124 | QA | LiveQA | Dear Doctor i am male of 39 years, and facing problem of sexual weekness, erection is ok, once my penis stand up and after some seconds its become down like dead, i also feel size is also came down, i am worried, kindly suggest me a medicine for such disease i shall be very great full to you. Regards Faisal Ramzan D... | TREATING MALE SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION • For psychological causes of sexual dysfunction, such as relationship problems, counseling, either individually or as a couple, may be beneficial. Sexual therapy with a therapist who specializes in sexual dysfunction may also help. • Depression or anxiety disorders may need treatment. ... |
liveqa-en-125 | QA | LiveQA | Dear Sir, My Daughter 4 years is by birth Bilateral Severe Hearing loss, but we are giving regular hearing aid trial and speech language therapy,.She not respond Doctor is suggested cochlear implant give me a suggestion. | Both children and adults can be candidates for cochlear implants. People who are candidates for this device may have been born deaf or become deaf after learning to speak. Children as young as 1 year old are now candidates for this surgery. Although criteria are slightly different for adults and children, they are base... |
liveqa-en-126 | QA | LiveQA | Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing you on behalf of Madam Saavedra, who is very stress and with a lot of tension,looking for HELP for her daughter Mariagracia. Mariagracia has a complex hearth defect called Tetralogy of Fallot, she is about 7 months old and her family dont have resources to cover her treatment in order to g... | Medlife USA: Email: info@medlifeweb.org Telephone: (USA) 1-844-MEDLIFE 1-844-633-5433 Office Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM CST Fax: 207-433-5304 |
liveqa-en-127 | QA | LiveQA | Do you have any further information on said tumor? How involved is the removal of said tumor, small? | How is a vestibular schwannoma treated? |
liveqa-en-128 | QA | LiveQA | Hello dear Dr, i am an afghan student in UKM university in malaysia, the mouth ulcer problem is the worst problem in my lifetime, even three or four times the ulcer grow up in the mouth during of a month. even i can not eat or drink, even though i take care of my mouth every day, so i wish you to consult me about of r... | Canker sores aren't contagious. They may happen if you have a viral infection. They may also be triggered by stress, food allergies, lack of vitamins and minerals, hormonal changes or menstrual periods. In some cases the cause is unknown. In most cases, the sores go away by themselves. Some ointments, creams or rinses... |
liveqa-en-129 | QA | LiveQA | Hello i would like more info about Familial Mediterean Fever please as my husband suffers from this. THANKS | What is familial Mediterranean fever? Familial Mediterranean fever is an inherited condition characterized by recurrent episodes of painful inflammation in the abdomen, chest, or joints. These episodes are often accompanied by fever and sometimes a rash or headache. Occasionally inflammation may occur in other parts of... |
liveqa-en-130 | QA | LiveQA | Hello, my name is Pa Xiong and i am a student at Grant High School here in sacramento. I am composing a research report on SIDS and i was hoping you could help me with some information. I was particularly interested in learning weather parents should be worried about cribs death and if you could direct me to some resou... | Summary Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is the sudden, unexplained death of an infant younger than one year old. Some people call SIDS "crib death" because many babies who die of SIDS are found in their cribs. SIDS is the leading cause of death in children between one month and one year old. Most SIDS deaths occu... |
liveqa-en-131 | QA | LiveQA | How do I know if the cause why my penis didn't growth up to a normal penis size was because of IHH? And How can I have a treatment with hCG? Where Can I get the injections? | The hCG treatment increased the serum testosterone level, penile length, and testicular volume in IHH patients. Our results suggest that hCG treatment has a beneficial effect on gonadal function and penile growth in patients with IHH presenting with micropenis. |
liveqa-en-132 | QA | LiveQA | I AM HAVING PARKINSON FOR LAST 8 YEARS. SO FAR IT WAS ONLY SOME, SHAKING MY RIGHT HAND.NOW IT IS ON INCREASE. I AM 84, AND HAVING SKIN PROBLEM.I AM SCARED OF INCREASING DOSAGE, AS IT SEEMS TO POSSIBLY AFFECT SKIN PROBLEM. PLS SUGGEST ANY CARE I NEED TO TAKE.I WOULD BE GRATEFUL , FOR YOUR KIND ADVISE. | you should know that people who have Parkinson's disease have a higher risk of melanoma (a type of skin cancer) than people who do not have Parkinson's disease. It is not known whether this increased risk is caused by Parkinson's disease, medications used for Parkinson's disease such as rasagiline, or other factors. Y... |
liveqa-en-133 | QA | LiveQA | I WAS A BINGE DRINKER FOR YEARS & HAVE TROUBLE WALKING & I AM ON THIAMIN 100mg & STRONG VITAMIN B Compound & SENNA SO WHAT ELSE CAN I TAKE ??? | However severe the problem may seem, most people with an alcohol use disorder can benefit from treatment. Unfortunately, only a fraction of people who could benefit from treatment receive help. In 2012, for example, 1.4 million adults received treatment for an AUD at a specialized facility (8.4 percent of adults in nee... |
liveqa-en-134 | QA | LiveQA | I am interested in genetic factors that may affect the risk of developing skin cancer in Caucasian adults. | Cancers generally are caused by a combination of environmental and genetic factors. With skin cancer, the environment plays a greater role, but individuals can be born with a genetic disposition toward or vulnerability to getting cancer. The risk is greatest for people who have light-colored skin that freckles easily -... |
liveqa-en-135 | QA | LiveQA | I am looking for a type of physician that specializes in treating leg cramps in the elderly. Specifically, possibly one that provides treatment for leg circulation issues. What medical specialty is that called? | About Osteopathic Medicine Osteopathic physicians, or DOs, are fully licensed to prescribe medicine and practice in all specialty areas, including surgery. But they also bring something extra to the practice of medicine. DOs receive specialized training in the body's musculoskeletal system, providing them with in-dept... |
liveqa-en-136 | QA | LiveQA | I am looking for research on IBS and the link to PTSD. Thank you | SummaryIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a problem that affects the large intestine. It can cause abdominal cramping, bloating, and a change in bowel habits. Some people with the disorder have constipation. Some have diarrhea. Others go back and forth between the two. Although IBS can cause a great deal of discomfort, ... |
liveqa-en-137 | QA | LiveQA | I ask this as a General Question. Can a Pacemaker help prevent these spasms? | TreatmentThe goal of treatment is to control chest pain and prevent a heart attack. A medicine called nitroglycerin can relieve an episode of pain. Your health care provider may prescribe other medications to prevent chest pain. You may need a type of medicine called a calcium channel blocker or a long-acting nitrate l... |
liveqa-en-138 | QA | LiveQA | I get numbness to the body alot what should I do | Home Care...When to Contact a Medical Professional… |
liveqa-en-139 | QA | LiveQA | I got hurt in my left leg ankle almost 5 months ago. I went to doctor, got x-ray, where no damage was found. He suggested me some pain killers and advised me to wear anklet. I have been following the instruction since then; I went to another doctor who advised me to go for physiotherapy (Short Wave Diathermy) and advis... | Oral anti-inflammatory medication, such as ibuprofen, can be used to decrease pain, swelling, and inflammation. |
liveqa-en-140 | QA | LiveQA | I have a knot about the size of a BB in my right forearm about 2-3 inches from my elbow. It's been there for about 5 years and hurts sometimes. Mostly only notice it when i put pressure on it. You can't see it but can feel it pretty good. It will move about a cm in any direction. I went to the doctors about 4 years ago... | It is arm lump? An arm lump is a protuberance or localized area of swelling occurring on the arm. Other terms used to describe the various types of lumps include bump, nodule, contusion, tumor and cyst. Arm lumps can be caused by any number of conditions, including infections, inflammation, tumors or trauma. Depending ... |
liveqa-en-141 | QA | LiveQA | I have cirrhosis of the liver. Do high ammonia levels effect breathing? I have spells of not being able to breath very well. No pain. | ALCOHOLIC CARDIOMYOPATHYLong-term heavy drinking weakens the heart muscle, causing a condition called alcoholic cardiomyopathy. A weakened heart droops and stretches and cannot contract effectively. As a result, it cannot pump enough blood to sufficiently nourish the organs. In some cases, this blood flow shortage caus... |
liveqa-en-142 | QA | LiveQA | I have exercise induced asthma. Would any of these non drug devises be suitable please? | Don't rely only on quick-relief medications. You can also use pre-exercise drugs as a quick-relief treatment for symptoms. However, you shouldn't need to use your pre-exercise inhaler more often than your doctor recommends. Keep a record of how many puffs you use each week, how often you use your pre-exercise inhaler ... |
liveqa-en-143 | QA | LiveQA | I have had Tourette syndrome since age seven. Recently at the age of 72, I had an implantation of a shunt for hydrocephalus. What is the probability of one having both hydrocephalus and Tourette syndrome? Is there any evidence that indicates that the head and neck tics of Tourette syndrome may be a cause of hydrocephal... | What disorders are associated with TS? Many individuals with TS experience additional neurobehavioral problems that often cause more impairment than the tics themselves. These include inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder—ADHD); problems with reading, writing, and arithmet... |
liveqa-en-144 | QA | LiveQA | I have observed hair loss on lower extremities on males. Is this poor blood circulation? Any advice? | Symptoms Hair loss is usually the only symptom. A few people may also feel a burning sensation or itching. Alopecia areata usually begins as 1 to 2 patches of hair loss. Hair loss is most often seen on the scalp. It may also occur in the beard, eyebrows, and arms or legs in some people. |
liveqa-en-145 | QA | LiveQA | I have one left side leg is paralysis last 24 years, my other parts of the body is well, it is possible my leg will good for treatment, if possible how can i do the treatment and where ? THANKS | Treatment for Partial Paralysis Treatment will depend upon the cause of partial paralysis, and might include physical therapy, occupational therapy, surgery, prescription medications, or a combination of the above. Treatment is designed to return as much function as possible to the patient, while also helping him or h... |
liveqa-en-146 | QA | LiveQA | I have very bad diarrhea for last two months. Doctors have not found what causing it. It reserve watery.I need to know what I can eat. And is lactase milk and yogurt is ok are not? | How is chronic diarrhea treated? The treatment of chronic diarrhea is determined by its cause. Follow the advice of your health care provider. Diarrhea caused by an infection sometimes can be treated with antibiotics or other drugs. However, the correct diagnosis must be made so that the proper medication can be prescr... |
liveqa-en-147 | QA | LiveQA | I have worms coming out my nose I took to my Dr he would not send to lab so and out of my eyes my eye is so red and in pain I have the worms coming out and the emergency room doctor set with conjunctivitis and would not send my worms to the lab either they are eating me alive I am so fatigued so tired I can't get out o... | Treatment includes medicines that paralyze or kill intestinal parasitic worms. If there is a blockage of the intestine caused by a large number of worms, endoscopy may be used to remove the worms. In rare cases, surgery is needed. People who are treated for roundworms should be checked again in 3 months. This involves ... |
liveqa-en-148 | QA | LiveQA | I just read an article submitted by you that stated your research shows that you've identified the mechanism that causes burning mouth syndrome. Also because of these findings you can find a treatment. I've had this for 15 yrs and am just holding on. When will a good treatment be available?? I belong to a group of ove... | Treatment Your doctor will help you get relief. Medicine can help control pain and relieve dry mouth. Because BMS is a complex pain disorder, the treatment that works for one person may not work for another. Symptoms of secondary BMS go away when the underlying medical condition, such as diabetes or yeast infection, is... |
liveqa-en-149 | QA | LiveQA | I know you may not answer this but my blood pressure comes up at night when I am asleep. I take four medicines. I have asked doctors why this happens and no one knows. This morning at four A.M. It was 164 and I took a clonidine to help get it done. It worries me so. | Blood pressure tends to rise with age, unless you take steps to prevent or control it. Some medical problems—such as chronic kidney disease, thyroid disease, and sleep apnea—may cause blood pressure to rise. Some medicines also may raise your blood pressure. Examples include asthma medicines (for example, corticostero... |
liveqa-en-150 | QA | LiveQA | I m 37 years old and i m suffer from poor hunger,loss of appetite and and no desire to eat. I have only some anxietic condition and some heart burn problem. Kindly suggest something for me to solve my problem. | When to Contact a Medical Professional Call your health care provider if you are losing a lot of weight without trying. Seek medical help if decreased appetite occurs along with other signs of depression, drug or alcohol abuse, or an eating disorder. For loss of appetite caused by taking medications, ask your health ... |
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