Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsManaging Medical CarePractical NeedsPsychiatric NeedsEmotional and Social NeedsCaregiver Support Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Managing Medical Care Practical Needs Psychiatric Needs Emotional and Social Needs Caregiver Support Caring for someone withHuntington’s diseaseinvolves paying attention to and helping manage the emotional, physical, social, and practical needs of your loved one as they cope with their condition. Unfortunately, taking care of your loved one can take a toll on you, the caregiver, which is why it is important to consider and take care of your own needs as well....

Chemotherapy treatment can be physically and emotionally challenging, and the side effects can be the same. One of the side effects of chemotherapy can be hair loss. Hair loss is one of the most common side effects of cancer treatment and one of the most devastating ones. While it can be challenging, it is typically temporary, and hair grows back. Read on to learn more about hair loss from chemotherapy and how to manage hair loss....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCarpal Tunnel InjectionsCarpal Tunnel Release SurgeryWhich is Best?Can They Be Used Together?Side EffectsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Carpal Tunnel Injections Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery Which is Best? Can They Be Used Together? Side Effects Frequently Asked Questions Carpal tunnel syndromeoccurs when nerves in thecarpal tunnel(a passageway between the palm and wrist) become compressed.People with carpal tunnel syndrome experience pain that makes it difficult to use their hands....

Key TakeawaysA recent study showed that people with a higher risk for heart disease may also be more likely to develop musculoskeletal conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, and rotator cuff injuries.Experts say that risk factors for poor heart health like diabetes and high cholesterol may also raise the risk of musculoskeletal disorders because they reduce blood supply to the body’s tissues and affect the body’s ability to heal.Researchers recommend getting screened regularly for heart disease as a preventative measure to slow or reverse a disorder or injury through medication, diet, and/or exercise....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewIncidenceDemographicsRisk FactorsScreening and Diagnosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Incidence Demographics Risk Factors Screening and Diagnosis Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)is an extremely common and costly upper extremity condition that accounts for over $2 billion in medical costs annually in the United States. In addition to causing pain and numbness, CTS causes individuals to miss an average of 27 days of work from the onset of the condition to its final treatment....

Key TakeawaysA recent study found people with carpal tunnel syndrome tend to develop cardiac amyloidosis, also known as “stiff heart syndrome,” about 10 to 15 years later.Experts say the presence of carpal tunnel syndrome may be an early warning sign for cardiac amyloidosis, as amyloid deposits can affect both the wrist’s connective tissue and the heart.Patients with carpal tunnel syndrome, including those with additional risk factors, should talk with their healthcare providers about potential cardiac amyloidosis and screening methods....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?What Is Arthritis?Differences Between Carpal Tunnel and ArthritisTreatment Similarities and DifferencesWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? What Is Arthritis? Differences Between Carpal Tunnel and Arthritis Treatment Similarities and Differences When to See a Healthcare Provider When your wrist or hand starts to tingle and burn, it can be difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of the pain, whether it’s a result ofcarpal tunnel syndromeorarthritis....

Allergiesoccur when your body mistakenly thinks a harmless substance—called an allergen—needs to be “fought off” to keep you healthy. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of carpet allergies in this article. perfectlab / Getty Images Carpet Allergies: What Causes Them? VOCs are chemicals frequently found in carpets (and other household products) that evaporate into the air. Why Carpet? Carpet can be a magnet for allergens and irritants, particularly if it’s in a high-traffic area of your home....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is It?Its PurposeHow to PrepareWhat to ExpectRecoveryWound CareCopingLifestyle Adjustments Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is It? Its Purpose How to Prepare What to Expect Recovery Wound Care Coping Lifestyle Adjustments This article will explain how to prepare for carpometacarpal joint arthroplasty and what to expect. What Is CMC Joint Arthroplasty? Joint arthroplasty, or joint replacement surgery, is a surgical procedure in which a portion of damaged and inflamed bone is removed and replaced with metal implants in order to help relieve pain and improve physical functioning for patients witharthritis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIts ControversyIts UsesWho Should Avoid It?Does It Cause Inflammation? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Its Controversy Its Uses Who Should Avoid It? Does It Cause Inflammation? Carrageenanis a plant-based food ingredient. It is made from a type of redseaweedcalledChondrus crispus. Its use in the world’s food supply dates back at least 14,000 years. Carrageenan is a common food additive, mainly in dairy and processed foods....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMain Similarities and DifferencesWhat Is Carvedilol?What Is Metoprolol?Safety RisksWho Should Be Cautious When Taking Carvedilol or Metoprolol? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Main Similarities and Differences What Is Carvedilol? What Is Metoprolol? Safety Risks Who Should Be Cautious When Taking Carvedilol or Metoprolol? Carvedilol and metoprolol are both beta-blocker medications, which are a class of drugs used to treat various cardiovascular conditions like heart failure and hypertension (high blood pressure)....

Key TakeawaysConvalescent plasma has helped one immunodeficient patient recover from a lengthy battle with COVID-19. The patient’s physician attributes the recovery to the high virus-neutralizing antibody titer present in the donated plasma that the patient received.Researchers say that COVID-19 patients receive the most benefit when high-titer convalescent plasma is given early in the course of their illness.Experts urge anyone who has had COVID-19 to donate convalescent plasma— especially if they had severe symptoms, which often correlates with a higher titer....

Key TakeawaysSeveral clusters of severe acute hepatitis in children have been occurring worldwide since last fall.Experts believe the cases are likely linked to an adenovirus, a group of common viruses that cause illnesses like the flu and the common cold.As of the beginning of May, cases in the United States have been reported in Alabama, Illinois, North Carolina, and Wisconsin. Key Takeaways Several clusters of severe acute hepatitis in children have been occurring worldwide since last fall....