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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPrior to SurgeryDuring SurgeryAfter SurgeryFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Prior to Surgery During Surgery After Surgery Frequently Asked Questions Anticipating a surgery can be an anxiety-provoking time. And if you have high blood pressure (also known ashypertension), you may have additional concerns about how you will respond to general anesthesia. Ideally, your blood pressure will be normalized several months before your surgery....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCholesterol ProblemsHealthy Eating GuidelinesCholesterol and DiabetesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Cholesterol Problems Healthy Eating Guidelines Cholesterol and Diabetes Frequently Asked Questions Type 2 diabetesoften goes hand-in-hand with unhealthy cholesterol levels. Even someone with diabetes who has good control of their blood glucose is at a higher than average risk of having cholesterol problems that increase the risk ofatherosclerosisand other cardiovascular problems....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsOther Symptoms of PTSDDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Other Symptoms of PTSD Diagnosis Treatment This article discusses the causes, symptoms, and treatment for hyperarousal that occurs with PTSD. Verywell / Ellen Lindner Causes of Hyperarousal As someone with PTSD goes through life, anything could remind them of the traumatic event(s) and cause symptoms. Some possible examples that might cause yourstresslevels to spike include:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsKnuckle Pain CausesSymptomsTreatment OptionsSelf-CarePain ManagementSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Knuckle Pain Causes Symptoms Treatment Options Self-Care Pain Management Seeking Medical Care The knuckles are called themetacarpophalangeal(MCP) joints,proximal interphalangeal(PIP) joints, anddistal interphalangeal(DIP) joints. The MCP joints connect the fingers to the hand, while the PIP joints are the middle joints of the fingers. DIP joints are the closest to the fingertips....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentComplications of Low Sodium Levels Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Complications of Low Sodium Levels Hyponatremiameans the concentration ofsodiumin your blood is lower than what is needed for key functions like normalblood pressure, muscle contractions, and nerve signals in your body.Recovery time from low sodium levels will vary with the cause, symptoms, and severity, but healthcare providers target the first six hours for treatment....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsRare SymptomsCauses of a Flare-UpTreatmentWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Rare Symptoms Causes of a Flare-Up Treatment When to See a Healthcare Provider If you’ve been diagnosed withmixed connective tissue disease(MCTD), you may wonder how to manage disease flares or MCTD exacerbations. To live well with MCTD, it’s important to understand the symptoms and possible triggers of flares so that you can properly manage your health....

This article is part ofHealth Divide: Type 2 Diabetes in People of Color, a destination in our Health Divide series. Photo courtesy of Christina Herrera / Owner Zoe Hansen I never had to guess what life withtype 2 diabetescould look like; I saw living testimony in my mother, who passed from diabetes over a decade ago, and my father, who was a double amputee due to his diabetes diagnosis. But losing my sister in 2016 ultimately led to my health awakening....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe Endocannabinoid System and CBDCBD for Nasal PolypsHow to Use CBDSide EffectsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Endocannabinoid System and CBD CBD for Nasal Polyps How to Use CBD Side Effects Frequently Asked Questions Nasal polypsare small benign (noncancerous) growths on the lining of the nose or sinuses. Many traditional treatments for nasal polyps exist. Because of its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties,CBDis being explored as a complementary therapy....

Nausea and vomiting are common and distressing symptoms in manypalliative carepatients.Identifying the cause or causes and treating the symptoms promptly can increase comfort and quality of life. Fuse / Getty Images Prevalence of Nausea and Vomiting Toward the End of Life It almost goes without saying that nausea and vomiting—which very often occur together but can also occur independently of each other—are distressing symptoms. More importantly, they can prevent a patient from taking in an adequate level of hydration and nutrition as well as important medications....

ERproductions Ltd. / Blend Images / Getty Images Lifestyle Management As you are recovering from your surgery, there are practical things that you can do during the first few months to prevent pain from starting and to reduce your pain if you have any. Top 10 Items You Should Have at Home After Surgery Pain Management Often, tummy tuck procedures include injection of pain medications into the area around the sensory nerves, resulting in a nerve block....

Nearly 19 million older adults experiencepainand almost 75% have pain in multiple areas.While age-related pain tends to be common, it can be prevented, treated, and managed. Most adults who are pain-free when they are 55 can live most of their remaining years without pain.Additionally, many people can live active, healthy lives with minimal pain as theyage. Learn about the causes of increased pain with age, prevention, treatment options, and more....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFactsSymptomsSeeing a SpecialistTreatmentAdaptingFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Facts Symptoms Seeing a Specialist Treatment Adapting Frequently Asked Questions Photosensitivity is a medical term for sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) light that comes from the sun or another light source. It is sometimes referred to as being allergic to the sun. There are many causes of photosensitivity, such as reactions to certain medications and underlying health conditions....

Psoriasisaffects people of all ages. If you have psoriasis, you can expect to experience changes in the way it affects your skin, scalp, and overall health as you get older. This means you’ll likely need to adjust and adapt to how you manage the condition. alvarez / Getty Images Skin and Hair Care Over time, skin naturally loses elasticity, becomes thinner and dryer, and develops wrinkles and other signs of aging....