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What are the physical warning signs of oncoming stress?

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 09:04:10 +0000

Physical warning signs include:

Stooped posture
Sweaty palms
Fatigue
Weight gain or loss

What is optic neuritis relative to multiple sclerosis (MS)?

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 09:03:46 +0000

Optic neuritis is the inflammation of the nerve that connects your eye to your brain. It can cause:

If you notice any of these symptoms, tell your doctor right away. The key to protecting your eyesight is to catch the problem early. Your doctor can treat you with steroids to fight the inflammation in the nerve.

Optic neuritis usually happens to one eye at a time, though it can affect both at once. It’s often the first symptom that someone has multiple sclerosis. About half of people with the condition will have optic neuritis at least once.

That said, it can also happen to people who have other health problems, so it doesn't automatically mean that someone has or will get multiple sclerosis (MS).

Most people with optic neuritis recover fully, sometimes without any treatment.

Pain in the eye
Blurred vision
Graying of vision
Blindness in one eye

What services do assisted living communities provide?

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 08:59:59 +0000

The services offered by assisted living communities vary from facility to facility. Services often include:

One to three meals a day
Monitoring of medication
Help with personal care, including dressing and bathing
Housekeeping and laundry
24-hour emergency care Some medical services
Social and recreational activities

What are the side effects of intravenous steroids?

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 08:57:13 +0000

Common side effects from intravenous steroids are:

Long-term side effects of steroids may include:

Steroid use can make you more likely to get osteoporosis, so include more dairy in your diet while on this therapy. And talk with your doctor about calcium supplements with vitamin D.

Stomach irritation
More energy
Rapid heartbeat
Upper-body flushing
Feeling warm or cool
Retaining fluid
Mood changes
Metallic taste
Insomnia
Nausea

Osteoporosis
Stomach ulcers
Cataracts
Weight gain
Acne
Diabetes

How is plasma exchange used to treat Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) and chronic demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIPD)?

Sat, 21 Mar 2020 10:31:35 +0000

What causes chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP)?

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 08:11:50 +0000

How is multiple sclerosis diagnosed?

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 09:29:44 +0000

Who should get an intrathecal baclofen for multiple sclerosis?

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 06:00:58 +0000

How does chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) start?

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 08:17:30 +0000

Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) starts much like Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) but as the disease progresses, the myelin that protects nerves is damaged or removed entirely, causing nerves to either function abnormally or stop working altogether.

What is a periodontist?

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 12:43:58 +0000

How is arthritis treated?

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 06:49:19 +0000

What are the symptoms of ovarian cancer?

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 09:06:29 +0000

How much surgery will you get to treat ovarian cancer?

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 08:39:41 +0000

What causes chest pain?

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 06:40:50 +0000

What is Vicodin?

Sat, 15 Feb 2020 08:14:01 +0000

What are some ways to use heat or cold to ease aches and pain?

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 11:52:50 +0000

How long might it take for you to feel better after rotator cuff surgery?

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 07:02:19 +0000

What is palliative care?

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 11:54:53 +0000

How is metastatic pancreatic cancer treated?

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 08:09:40 +0000

What symptoms of pancreatic cancer may arise as the cancer progresses?

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 07:41:22 +0000

How effective is a pancreatic cancer diet?

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 06:38:46 +0000

What are skin-related symptoms of pancreatic cancer?

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 06:26:19 +0000

How is pancreatic cancer treated?

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 06:13:01 +0000

What should you expect if you have pancreatic cancer?

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 11:09:21 +0000

What are endocrine pancreatic cancers?

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 09:21:49 +0000

How is diaper rash treated?

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 06:44:29 +0000

What is a recreational drug?

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 06:44:00 +0000

What is Parkinson's disease?

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 06:59:10 +0000

What is the best nutrition for your adult cats and dogs?

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 11:51:27 +0000

What is a urologist?

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 11:14:05 +0000

How is erectile dysfunction treated?

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 11:12:54 +0000

What factors contribute to fatigue related to prostate cancer?

Sat, 25 Jan 2020 05:44:28 +0000

What is a prostate ultrasound?

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 11:35:48 +0000

What is prostate cancer stage IV?

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 10:54:44 +0000

What does watchful waiting for prostate cancer mean?

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 13:04:55 +0000

How does brachytherapy help treat prostate cancer?

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 13:00:14 +0000

When does someone with prostate cancer get chemotherapy?

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:49:46 +0000

What is psoriasis?

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 12:09:38 +0000

How can you avoid triggers of scalp psoriasis to get better sleep?

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 12:04:44 +0000

How can moistureizers help you ease psoriasis symptoms?

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 10:48:43 +0000

What are the triggers of pustular psoriasis?

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 05:51:10 +0000

What is psoriasis?

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 12:30:55 +0000

How is inflammation treated?

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 10:09:32 +0000

What is RLS (restless leg syndrome)?

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 07:39:08 +0000

What are the goals of treatment for juvenile arthritis?

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 11:58:15 +0000

What is catatonia?

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 12:05:10 +0000

How is tardive dyskinesia diagnosed?

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 12:04:24 +0000

How is schizophrenia treated?

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 12:03:05 +0000

How can I prevent tardive dyskinesia?

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 12:00:23 +0000

Do you need to be hospitalized if you have delusional disorder?

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 07:38:02 +0000