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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_610893758#14_1223598529
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Title: Can People Change? A Look at What's Realistic
Headings: People Can Change, But That Doesn't Mean They Will
People Can Change, But That Doesn't Mean They Will
First, a few things to keep in mind
You can’t force change
Change takes time and effort
Change doesn’t always follow a linear path
What can change
What about people who cheat or lie?
What (usually) can’t change
Core personality traits
Emotions
Mental health conditions
How change happens
Motivation
Visualization
Positive feedback and support
Effort (not ability)
Therapy
The bottom line
Content: Instead, you changed your response, perhaps by reminding yourself to stay on task when you feel distracted or telling yourself your partner doesn’t want to see dirty laundry overflowing from the hamper. Emotions
Emotions and emotional responses may not change easily, either. Even unpleasant or painful feelings can have a lot of significance, and it’s tough to “turn off” emotions. ( Even when you can, you shouldn’t — this can affect well-being .) By acknowledging and accepting them instead, you can teach yourself to react in more helpful ways. Mental health conditions
Similarly, you can’t entirely get rid of most mental health conditions, whether that’s depression, anxiety, or a personality disorder. But you can improve your symptoms by seeking treatment and learning new ways to cope. How change happens
Once you realize the need for change, you’ll move through a few stages: contemplation: thinking about the change
preparation:
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https://www.healthline.com/health/do-people-change
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_610893758#17_1223603553
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Title: Can People Change? A Look at What's Realistic
Headings: People Can Change, But That Doesn't Mean They Will
People Can Change, But That Doesn't Mean They Will
First, a few things to keep in mind
You can’t force change
Change takes time and effort
Change doesn’t always follow a linear path
What can change
What about people who cheat or lie?
What (usually) can’t change
Core personality traits
Emotions
Mental health conditions
How change happens
Motivation
Visualization
Positive feedback and support
Effort (not ability)
Therapy
The bottom line
Content: When you get stuck or discouraged, these reasons can renew your desire to keep trying. Once you decide on a change you want to make, list your reasons. Reviewing this list whenever you struggle can make a big difference in your determination to stick with it. If a loved one shares difficulties making progress with a change, help boost their motivation by reminding them of what they’re working toward and what they stand to gain. Visualization
Your brain can’t always separate imagination from reality, so mentally “seeing” your success may actually help you achieve it. Visualizing yourself succeeding at your goals can help your brain believe you actually can succeed. The more you believe in yourself, the greater your chances of improvement. Try these visualization exercises to practice envisioning your success. Positive feedback and support
When you hesitate to acknowledge the possibility of change, you give others less motivation to make an attempt. They might think, “Why bother if no one has faith in me?”
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https://www.healthline.com/health/do-people-change
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_610893758#18_1223605373
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Title: Can People Change? A Look at What's Realistic
Headings: People Can Change, But That Doesn't Mean They Will
People Can Change, But That Doesn't Mean They Will
First, a few things to keep in mind
You can’t force change
Change takes time and effort
Change doesn’t always follow a linear path
What can change
What about people who cheat or lie?
What (usually) can’t change
Core personality traits
Emotions
Mental health conditions
How change happens
Motivation
Visualization
Positive feedback and support
Effort (not ability)
Therapy
The bottom line
Content: Visualizing yourself succeeding at your goals can help your brain believe you actually can succeed. The more you believe in yourself, the greater your chances of improvement. Try these visualization exercises to practice envisioning your success. Positive feedback and support
When you hesitate to acknowledge the possibility of change, you give others less motivation to make an attempt. They might think, “Why bother if no one has faith in me?” You can help increase a loved one’s chances of success by offering encouragement instead of doubt. Try: asking about their progress
praising their attempts
joining them in making positive change
Keep in mind that the same applies to you. If you don’t believe you can change, you might not succeed. Generate positive support by telling loved ones about your goals.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/do-people-change
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_610893758#19_1223606976
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Title: Can People Change? A Look at What's Realistic
Headings: People Can Change, But That Doesn't Mean They Will
People Can Change, But That Doesn't Mean They Will
First, a few things to keep in mind
You can’t force change
Change takes time and effort
Change doesn’t always follow a linear path
What can change
What about people who cheat or lie?
What (usually) can’t change
Core personality traits
Emotions
Mental health conditions
How change happens
Motivation
Visualization
Positive feedback and support
Effort (not ability)
Therapy
The bottom line
Content: You can help increase a loved one’s chances of success by offering encouragement instead of doubt. Try: asking about their progress
praising their attempts
joining them in making positive change
Keep in mind that the same applies to you. If you don’t believe you can change, you might not succeed. Generate positive support by telling loved ones about your goals. They can offer encouragement, cheer you on, and strengthen your faith in yourself. Effort (not ability)
Getting stuck on your perception of your abilities can sometimes stop you before you even get started.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/do-people-change
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_614221853#9_1232899859
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Title: 7 Emotional Symptoms of Stress: What They Are and What You Can Do
Headings: Emotional Signs of Too Much Stress
Emotional Signs of Too Much Stress
Overview
1. Depression
2. Anxiety
3. Irritability
4. Low sex drive
5. Memory and concentration problems
6. Compulsive behavior
7. Mood swings
Ways to manage and reduce your stress
What’s the outlook?
Content: Another review
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investigated the stress-response pathways in the brain and their effect on long-term memory. Researchers found that certain hormones following a stressful or traumatic event can have the ability to impair memory. Treatment
Various lifestyle changes may help improve memory. Maintaining a healthy diet and keeping your body and mind active can keep you focused. Avoiding activities like drinking and smoking can help keep your brain healthy. 6. Compulsive behavior
There has long been a link between stress and addictive behaviors. One paper
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expanded on the idea that stress-related changes in the brain may play a role in the development of addiction. According to the researchers, chronic stress can change the physical nature of the brain to promote habit- and addiction-forming behaviors. Another study
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even found that in certain people, genetic variations can play a further role in the stress response and vulnerability towards addiction.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/emotional-symptoms-of-stress
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_623986728#1_1261276353
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Title: Vitamin B Complex: Benefits, Side Effects, Dosage, Foods, and More
Headings: Why Is Vitamin B Complex Important, and Where Do I Get It?
Why Is Vitamin B Complex Important, and Where Do I Get It?
What is vitamin B complex?
What are the benefits?
In women
In men
How much vitamin B complex do you need?
How can you tell if you’re deficient?
Can being deficient increase your risk of certain conditions?
What foods is it found in?
Are supplements necessary?
What happens if you get too much vitamin B complex?
Talk to your doctor about supplements
Content: What is vitamin B complex? Vitamin B complex is composed of eight B vitamins: B-1 ( thiamine)
B-2 ( riboflavin)
B-3 ( niacin)
B-5 ( pantothenic acid)
B-6 ( pyridoxine)
B-7 ( biotin)
B-9 ( folic acid)
B-12 ( cobalamin)
Each of these essential vitamins contributes to your overall bodily function. Read on to learn more about how these nutrients benefit you, how much you need, whether you should take supplements, and more. What are the benefits? B vitamins play a vital role in maintaining good health and well-being. As the building blocks of a healthy body, B vitamins have a direct impact on your energy levels, brain function, and cell metabolism. Vitamin B complex helps prevent infections and helps support or promote: cell health
growth of red blood cells
energy levels
good eyesight
healthy brain function
good digestion
healthy appetite
proper nerve function
hormones and cholesterol production
cardiovascular health
muscle tone
In women
B vitamins are especially important for women who are pregnant and breastfeeding. These vitamins aid in fetal brain development as well as reduce the risk of birth defects.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/vitamin-b-complex
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_624690977#7_1263312096
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Title: Full Moon Effects: What Research Has Discovered
Headings: How Does a Full Moon Affect Our Physical and Mental Well-Being?
How Does a Full Moon Affect Our Physical and Mental Well-Being?
The full moon effect
Full moon and your sleep
May affect sleep latency
May affect men and women differently
Full moon and your cardiovascular system
May affect blood pressure
Full moon, mood, and mental health
Those with bipolar disorder may be affected
Full moon and violence, aggression, trauma, and suicide
The moon and menstrual cycles
Incorrect conclusions
Key takeaways
Content: Their heart rate and blood pressure were both lower during full and new moons. Plus, their heart rates returned to normal levels more quickly during full and new moons. In this study, researchers concluded that humans were more physically efficient during full and new moons. However, this finding conflicts somewhat with other research — including a 2020 study
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on male athletes that found no significant difference in athletic performance during different lunar phases. Full moon, mood, and mental health
The human body has adapted to eons of exposure to daylight and darkness. This has led to the development of circadian rhythms that affect many of your body’s systems — not just your sleep-wake cycle. Circadian rhythms affect your physical and mental health, too. But the widespread use of electric light means many of your circadian rhythms are adapting to new light and dark patterns. When circadian rhythms wobble, it can cause or increase symptoms
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of certain mental health disorders, including: anxiety
bipolar disorder
depression
schizophrenia
Does the full moon still have the power to disrupt your circadian rhythm?
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https://www.healthline.com/health/full-moon-effects
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_624690977#8_1263314042
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Title: Full Moon Effects: What Research Has Discovered
Headings: How Does a Full Moon Affect Our Physical and Mental Well-Being?
How Does a Full Moon Affect Our Physical and Mental Well-Being?
The full moon effect
Full moon and your sleep
May affect sleep latency
May affect men and women differently
Full moon and your cardiovascular system
May affect blood pressure
Full moon, mood, and mental health
Those with bipolar disorder may be affected
Full moon and violence, aggression, trauma, and suicide
The moon and menstrual cycles
Incorrect conclusions
Key takeaways
Content: This has led to the development of circadian rhythms that affect many of your body’s systems — not just your sleep-wake cycle. Circadian rhythms affect your physical and mental health, too. But the widespread use of electric light means many of your circadian rhythms are adapting to new light and dark patterns. When circadian rhythms wobble, it can cause or increase symptoms
Trusted Source
of certain mental health disorders, including: anxiety
bipolar disorder
depression
schizophrenia
Does the full moon still have the power to disrupt your circadian rhythm? It brightens the sky by a lowly 0.1 to 0.3 lux
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compared with a single streetlight (15 lux) or a cell phone screen (40 lux). So, are full moons really associated with changes in mood and mental health? The prevailing scientific evidence says no. Researchers in a 2017 study
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analyzed emergency room records at a 140-bed hospital and found that people visited the ER because of a psychiatric condition in roughly equal numbers during all four phases of the moon. A 2006 review
Trusted Source
of more than 10,000 medical records from different facilities found the same thing:
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https://www.healthline.com/health/full-moon-effects
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_627941834#8_1272450122
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Title: Blurred Vision and Headache: Causes, Treatment & Emergency Care
Headings: Blurred Vision and Headache: What Causes Them Both?
Blurred Vision and Headache: What Causes Them Both?
Why you may have blurred vision and a headache
Migraine
Traumatic brain injury
Low blood sugar
Carbon monoxide poisoning
Pseudotumor cerebri
Temporal arteritis
High or low blood pressure
High blood pressure
Low blood pressure
Stroke
How are conditions that cause this diagnosed?
How are blurred vision and headache treated?
When should you see your doctor?
The bottom line
Content: High blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, happens when your blood pressure increases above healthy levels. High blood pressure typically develops over years and without any symptoms. Some people experience headaches, nosebleeds, and shortness of breath with high blood pressure. Over time, it can cause permanent and serious damage to the retina’s blood vessels. This can lead to retinopathy, which causes blurred vision and may result in blindness. Low blood pressure
Low blood pressure, or hypotension, is blood pressure that has dropped below healthy levels. It can be caused by dehydration, certain medical conditions and medications, and surgery. It can cause dizziness, blurred vision, headache, and fainting. Shock is a serious possible complication of very low blood pressure that requires emergency medical treatment. Stroke
A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when the blood supply to an area of your brain is interrupted, depriving your brain tissue of oxygen.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/headache/blurred-vision-and-headache
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_633968459#2_1290364625
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Title: Holiday Stress: Causes, Management, and More
Headings: 6 Tips for Managing Holiday Stress
6 Tips for Managing Holiday Stress
Stress in America
The Most Common Symptoms of Holiday-Related Stress
Who Is Affected by Holiday Related Stress?
Tips for Managing Holiday Stress
1. Plan Ahead
2. Put Yourself First
3. Keep Your Finances in Check
4. Honor Loved Ones You Have Lost
5. Indulge in Moderation
6. Don’t Be Afraid to Say No
Should You See a Doctor?
The Takeaway
Q:
A:
Content: The effects of stress on the body »
Who Is Affected by Holiday Related Stress? Holiday stress can affect anyone, even children. There are a lot of expectations around the holidays. Many people associate the holidays with social gatherings, rituals, and happy memories. These expectations can lead to stress. It can quickly become overwhelming to make every meal award-worthy and every wrapped gift look perfect. Finding the time to attend every party, or feeling like you haven’t been invited to enough parties can cause stress. When you add the financial burden, travel, and visiting family members, stress can start to pile up. There’s also a desire to cram in every tradition and event to make sure each day is memorable. Finally, the holidays can also be a difficult time of the year for people who have lost friends and family members.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/holiday-stress
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_633968459#3_1290366157
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Title: Holiday Stress: Causes, Management, and More
Headings: 6 Tips for Managing Holiday Stress
6 Tips for Managing Holiday Stress
Stress in America
The Most Common Symptoms of Holiday-Related Stress
Who Is Affected by Holiday Related Stress?
Tips for Managing Holiday Stress
1. Plan Ahead
2. Put Yourself First
3. Keep Your Finances in Check
4. Honor Loved Ones You Have Lost
5. Indulge in Moderation
6. Don’t Be Afraid to Say No
Should You See a Doctor?
The Takeaway
Q:
A:
Content: It can quickly become overwhelming to make every meal award-worthy and every wrapped gift look perfect. Finding the time to attend every party, or feeling like you haven’t been invited to enough parties can cause stress. When you add the financial burden, travel, and visiting family members, stress can start to pile up. There’s also a desire to cram in every tradition and event to make sure each day is memorable. Finally, the holidays can also be a difficult time of the year for people who have lost friends and family members. The memory of their loss can add to other sources of stress and hurt even more. Tips for Managing Holiday Stress
There are many simple ways to deal with holiday stress, but first you need to understand your stress triggers. Do certain situations cause you to feel stressed? When you feel stressed, pause and think about what’s causing it. The activity you’re doing at the time may not be the cause of your stress.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/holiday-stress
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_636863972#1_1298853173
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Title: How to Find a Psychiatrist, With and Without Insurance
Headings: How to Find a Psychiatrist and Other Therapists
How to Find a Psychiatrist and Other Therapists
A place to start when looking for a psychiatrist
Ask a general physician or other healthcare provider
Checking community clinics
Look for psychiatrists based on their specialties and areas of focus
Tips from a psychiatrist
How to find a psychiatrist if you’re uninsured
How to find a psychiatrist based on your insurance
How to find a psychiatrist based on location
How to find a good child and family psychiatrist
How to find a good psychiatrist for depression
How can you know if a psychiatrist is right for you?
Tips to make the most of your sessions
The takeaway
Content: Finding a mental health expert is often the biggest stumbling block that prevents people from getting help. The good news is there are several resources — online, in your community, and through a primary care doctor — that can help point you in the right direction. Before you get started, it’s important to point out that psychiatrists are different from other mental health professionals. As a licensed medical doctor, they can prescribe medication, unlike licensed psychologists and other therapists. Some psychiatrists specialize only in managing medication, while others offer comprehensive services that include: evaluations
diagnosing mental health conditions
prescribing and managing medication
providing therapy
Plus, they often have more experience working with psychiatric conditions. With that in mind, here are some tips to help you continue your search. A place to start when looking for a psychiatrist
Ask a general physician or other healthcare provider
If this is your first time inquiring about mental healthcare, it’s a good idea to have a conversation with your doctor, if you have one. They may have psychiatrists they recommend or be able to help you find one that focuses on your concern. Checking community clinics
If you have a community mental health facility, they may have a patient care coordinator that can assist you. (
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https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-find-a-psychiatrist
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_637448486#17_1300633297
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Title: How to Get Rid of Nausea: 16 Ways
Headings: Top 16 Ways to Get Rid of Nausea
Top 16 Ways to Get Rid of Nausea
Why it happens
1. Sit up and avoid crunching the stomach
2. Open a window or sit in front of a fan
3. Apply a cool compress
4. Apply pressure
5. Meditate or take deep breaths
6. Shift your focus
7. Stay hydrated
8. Opt for chamomile tea
9. Turn to lemons
10. Go with ginger
11. Pair with peppermint
12. Avoid carbonated beverages
13. Eat a small meal of something bland
14. Take over-the-counter (OTC) medications
15. Take vitamin B-6 supplements
16. Try CBD oil
When to see your doctor
The bottom line
Content: If you must drink a fizzy drink, let it go flat or dilute it with water before drinking. 13. Eat a small meal of something bland
Following a bland diet may help nausea from worsening or prevent you from vomiting. The most common recommended diet for recovering from nausea is the BRAT diet — bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast. You can also eat small amounts of: saltines
plain pasta or noodles
plain baked or mashed potatoes
scrambled eggs
hard-boiled eggs
Avoid fried foods, dairy products like cheese and milk, meat, and foods high in fiber until nausea subsides. 14. Take over-the-counter (OTC) medications
Nausea medications are called antiemetics. When nausea is severe, you may need an OTC medication to help calm and soothe the stomach. Some options are:
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https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-get-rid-of-nausea
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_641224024#1_1311655809
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Title: Side Effects of Antibiotics
Headings: Side Effects of Antibiotics: What They Are and How to Manage Them
Side Effects of Antibiotics: What They Are and How to Manage Them
Introduction
More common side effects
Stomach upset
What to do
When to call your doctor
Photosensitivity
What to do
Fever
What to do
When to call your doctor
Vaginal yeast infection
What to do
Tooth discoloration
What to do
Serious side effects
Allergic reactions
When to call your doctor
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
What to do
When to call your doctor
Blood reactions
What to do
When to call your doctor
Heart problems
What to do
When to call your doctor
Tendonitis
What to do
When to call your doctor
Seizures
What to do
When to call your doctor
Talk with your doctor
Q:
A:
Content: Antibiotics only work to treat bacterial infections. They don’t work for infections caused by viruses, which can include: common cold
runny nose
most coughs and bronchitis
flu
There are many different groups, or classes, of antibiotics. These classes have side effects and typically affect men and women the same way. However, certain side effects are more common from some antibiotics than from others. Read on to learn about common side effects, how to manage them, and which antibiotics are more likely to cause them. More common side effects
Stomach upset
Many antibiotics cause stomach upset or other gastrointestinal side effects. These can include: nausea
vomiting
cramps
diarrhea
Macrolide antibiotics, cephalosporins, penicillins, and fluoroquinolones may cause more stomach upset than other antibiotics. What to do
Ask your doctor or pharmacist whether to take your antibiotic with food.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/infection/antibiotic-side-effects
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_641224024#2_1311657706
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Title: Side Effects of Antibiotics
Headings: Side Effects of Antibiotics: What They Are and How to Manage Them
Side Effects of Antibiotics: What They Are and How to Manage Them
Introduction
More common side effects
Stomach upset
What to do
When to call your doctor
Photosensitivity
What to do
Fever
What to do
When to call your doctor
Vaginal yeast infection
What to do
Tooth discoloration
What to do
Serious side effects
Allergic reactions
When to call your doctor
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
What to do
When to call your doctor
Blood reactions
What to do
When to call your doctor
Heart problems
What to do
When to call your doctor
Tendonitis
What to do
When to call your doctor
Seizures
What to do
When to call your doctor
Talk with your doctor
Q:
A:
Content: Read on to learn about common side effects, how to manage them, and which antibiotics are more likely to cause them. More common side effects
Stomach upset
Many antibiotics cause stomach upset or other gastrointestinal side effects. These can include: nausea
vomiting
cramps
diarrhea
Macrolide antibiotics, cephalosporins, penicillins, and fluoroquinolones may cause more stomach upset than other antibiotics. What to do
Ask your doctor or pharmacist whether to take your antibiotic with food. Eating can help reduce stomach side effects from certain antibiotics such as amoxicillin and doxycycline (Doryx). However, this approach won’t work for all antibiotics. Some antibiotics, such as tetracycline, must be taken on an empty stomach. Talk to your doctor to make sure you know how you’re supposed to take your drug and if there are other ways you can ease stomach side effects. When to call your doctor
Mild diarrhea usually clears up after you stop taking the drug.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/infection/antibiotic-side-effects
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_641224024#3_1311659678
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Title: Side Effects of Antibiotics
Headings: Side Effects of Antibiotics: What They Are and How to Manage Them
Side Effects of Antibiotics: What They Are and How to Manage Them
Introduction
More common side effects
Stomach upset
What to do
When to call your doctor
Photosensitivity
What to do
Fever
What to do
When to call your doctor
Vaginal yeast infection
What to do
Tooth discoloration
What to do
Serious side effects
Allergic reactions
When to call your doctor
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
What to do
When to call your doctor
Blood reactions
What to do
When to call your doctor
Heart problems
What to do
When to call your doctor
Tendonitis
What to do
When to call your doctor
Seizures
What to do
When to call your doctor
Talk with your doctor
Q:
A:
Content: Eating can help reduce stomach side effects from certain antibiotics such as amoxicillin and doxycycline (Doryx). However, this approach won’t work for all antibiotics. Some antibiotics, such as tetracycline, must be taken on an empty stomach. Talk to your doctor to make sure you know how you’re supposed to take your drug and if there are other ways you can ease stomach side effects. When to call your doctor
Mild diarrhea usually clears up after you stop taking the drug. However, if the diarrhea is severe, it may cause: abdominal pain and cramping
fever
nausea
mucus or blood in your stool
These symptoms can be caused by an overgrowth of harmful bacteria in your intestines. In these cases, call your doctor right away. Photosensitivity
If you’re taking an antibiotic, such as tetracycline, your body can become more sensitive to light. This effect can make light seem brighter in your eyes.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/infection/antibiotic-side-effects
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_641978981#8_1313770785
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Title: Intrinsic Asthma: Causes, Treatment, and Triggers
Headings: Intrinsic Asthma
Intrinsic Asthma
Overview
Intrinsic asthma vs. extrinsic asthma
Symptoms
Causes and triggers
Treatment
Medications
Avoiding triggers
Breathing exercises
Outlook
Content: In general, people with intrinsic asthma should try to avoid: catching a respiratory infection by washing your hands frequently and staying away from people who are sick
extreme exercise
irritants in the environment (like smoke, air pollution, smog, wood fires, and particles in the air)
very emotional or stressful situations
strong-smelling perfumes, vapors, or cleaning products
Getting yearly flu vaccines along with scheduled vaccinations for whooping cough and pneumonia are also important. Some triggers, like hormonal changes that occur during the menstrual cycle, are difficult to avoid. Fortunately, nowadays most people who have asthma are better equipped to handle unavoidable triggers if using medication consistently and correctly. Breathing exercises
Special deep-breathing exercises can help people with asthma. A regular yoga practice or tai chi
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, for example, can help you gain control over your breathing and may improve your symptoms and quality of life. Outlook
If you have intrinsic asthma, it’s important to be consistent with your medication and to stay vigilant about avoiding your unique triggers. You need a high degree of awareness when it comes to figuring out what triggers your intrinsic asthma attacks. Asthma attacks can lead to hospitalization if symptoms become severe. They can become life-threatening if not well-controlled.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/intrinsic-asthma
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_643252727#4_1317392388
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Title: Jammed Finger: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: Identifying and Treating a Jammed Finger
Identifying and Treating a Jammed Finger
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Complications
Diagnosis
Treatment
Tips for recovery
Outlook
Content: Symptoms of a jammed finger
Symptoms of a fractured finger
pain in finger
severe pain in finger
difficulty holding anything with the finger
inability to bend or straighten the finger
redness and swelling in the injured area
swelling in the finger that lasts for hours or days
Causes
You can get a jammed finger when you smash your finger against something and the force pushes the tip of your finger down toward your hand. In this case, the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint in the middle of your finger absorbs the force of the blow and the ligament in your finger gets stretched. You might jam your finger playing sports, like when you try to catch a ball. Or, you might jam it doing something as simple as closing a door or pushing the sheets under the mattress as you make the bed. Complications
A jammed finger can lead to some complications, including: long-term pain and swelling in the joint, known as traumatic arthritis
stiffness in the finger
weakness in the finger
permanent inability to straighten the finger
deformity of the joint
Diagnosis
Often you can diagnose and treat a jammed finger yourself. If you’re in a lot of pain or you can’t bend and straighten your finger, see your doctor or go to an emergency room for treatment. These symptoms could indicate a fractured bone or ruptured tendon. Your doctor will check your finger for swelling, ask about your pain, and see how well you can move it. Comparing the injured finger to the ones around it can help your doctor determine the level of swelling.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/jammed-finger
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_643252727#6_1317395872
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Title: Jammed Finger: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: Identifying and Treating a Jammed Finger
Identifying and Treating a Jammed Finger
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Complications
Diagnosis
Treatment
Tips for recovery
Outlook
Content: Your doctor may order an X-ray to look for any fractures or other damage inside the finger. You may also need an MRI or CT scan to help your doctor to further assess your injury. Treatment
Your treatment plan will be determined based on the severity of your injury. Here are some steps to take if your injury is minor and you’re able to treat it at home: Apply ice for 15 minutes each hour to bring down the swelling. If you don’t have ice, you can soak the finger in cold water instead. Keep your finger elevated above chest level. Take an over-the-counter pain reliever such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) to ease any discomfort. If the finger looks like it’s out of the joint, don’t pull on it. Instead, keep the finger in place by splinting it.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/jammed-finger
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_643252727#7_1317397056
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Title: Jammed Finger: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: Identifying and Treating a Jammed Finger
Identifying and Treating a Jammed Finger
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Complications
Diagnosis
Treatment
Tips for recovery
Outlook
Content: If you don’t have ice, you can soak the finger in cold water instead. Keep your finger elevated above chest level. Take an over-the-counter pain reliever such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) to ease any discomfort. If the finger looks like it’s out of the joint, don’t pull on it. Instead, keep the finger in place by splinting it. A splint is a piece of metal or foam that wraps around your finger and keeps it in place. Holding your finger still with a splint prevents you from injuring it further. You can also immobilize your injured finger by taping it to the neighboring finger. This is called buddy strapping. A doctor can splint or buddy strap your finger if you’d rather not do it yourself.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/jammed-finger
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_643252727#8_1317398189
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Title: Jammed Finger: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: Identifying and Treating a Jammed Finger
Identifying and Treating a Jammed Finger
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Complications
Diagnosis
Treatment
Tips for recovery
Outlook
Content: A splint is a piece of metal or foam that wraps around your finger and keeps it in place. Holding your finger still with a splint prevents you from injuring it further. You can also immobilize your injured finger by taping it to the neighboring finger. This is called buddy strapping. A doctor can splint or buddy strap your finger if you’d rather not do it yourself. Keep the finger splinted or strapped until it no longer hurts. This can take about one to two weeks. For more serious injuries, see a doctor. You might need surgery if you have a bone fracture or a torn ligament or tendon. After the injury has healed, exercise or physical therapy can help you regain full motion of the affected finger.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/jammed-finger
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_643252727#9_1317399315
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Title: Jammed Finger: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: Identifying and Treating a Jammed Finger
Identifying and Treating a Jammed Finger
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Complications
Diagnosis
Treatment
Tips for recovery
Outlook
Content: Keep the finger splinted or strapped until it no longer hurts. This can take about one to two weeks. For more serious injuries, see a doctor. You might need surgery if you have a bone fracture or a torn ligament or tendon. After the injury has healed, exercise or physical therapy can help you regain full motion of the affected finger. To strengthen the finger, you can practice making a fist, squeezing a ball, or holding objects in your hand. Find stress balls and other physical therapy products online. Tips for recovery
Avoid using the injured finger while recovering. If your finger is swollen, ice it for 15 minutes every hour until the swelling goes down. See your doctor or orthopedic surgeon if your injury is severe or doesn’t begin to heal with home treatment, or if there’s a deformity or loss of function in the finger.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/jammed-finger
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_643252727#10_1317400577
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Title: Jammed Finger: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: Identifying and Treating a Jammed Finger
Identifying and Treating a Jammed Finger
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Complications
Diagnosis
Treatment
Tips for recovery
Outlook
Content: To strengthen the finger, you can practice making a fist, squeezing a ball, or holding objects in your hand. Find stress balls and other physical therapy products online. Tips for recovery
Avoid using the injured finger while recovering. If your finger is swollen, ice it for 15 minutes every hour until the swelling goes down. See your doctor or orthopedic surgeon if your injury is severe or doesn’t begin to heal with home treatment, or if there’s a deformity or loss of function in the finger. After you’ve recovered, use exercises to regain strength to your finger. Try making a fist, squeezing a tension ball, or holding objects in your hand. Outlook
Most of the time a jammed finger will get better on its own within a week or two. But even with treatment, your finger may stay swollen or sensitive for many months. During recovery, try to use the finger as little as possible while it heals.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/jammed-finger
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_645149986#4_1322908763
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Title: Is Leukemia Hereditary? Risks, Prevention and More
Headings: Leukemia and Your Risk Factors: Is It Hereditary?
Leukemia and Your Risk Factors: Is It Hereditary?
Is leukemia hereditary?
What’s the difference between a genetic disease and a hereditary disease?
Genetic disease
Hereditary disease
What are the genetic and environmental risk factors for leukemia?
Understanding risk
Genetic disorders
Smoking
Blood disorders
Exposure to certain chemicals
Previous cancer treatments
Age
Gender
Race
Family history
Viral infection
What can you do to reduce your risk?
Tips
When to see a doctor
Content: These two terms aren’t interchangeable, although they both refer to diseases that are caused by mutations in your genes. Let’s take a closer look. Genetic disease
A genetic disease isn’t always one that is passed down through your family. A genetic disease is any medical condition caused by a DNA abnormality, whether it’s inherited or acquired. This DNA abnormality is caused by a mutation in one gene or multiple genes. The mutations can take place during your lifetime as errors occur in cell production. They can also be caused by environmental factors. These environmental factors include exposure to radiation or certain chemicals. Hereditary disease
A hereditary disease is a type of genetic disease in which the gene mutations are inherited from your family. The gene mutations are present in the egg or sperm and cause the disease to be passed from parents to their children.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/leukemia-hereditary
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_645193807#10_1323053579
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Title: What Is Leukocytosis? Definition, Symptoms, Causes, and More
Headings: What Is Leukocytosis?
What Is Leukocytosis?
Overview
Types of leukocytosis
Symptoms of leukocytosis
Causes of leukocytosis
Leukocytosis in pregnancy
How leukocytosis is diagnosed
Treatment for leukocytosis
Prevention of leukocytosis
Content: The stress of labor and delivery can also increase WBCs. It remains slightly above normal (around 12,700 per microliter of blood) for a while after the baby is born. How leukocytosis is diagnosed
Normally you have between 4,000 and 11,000 WBCs per microliter of blood if you aren’t pregnant. Anything higher is considered leukocytosis. WBC counts between 50,000 and 100,000 per microliter usually mean a very severe infection or cancer somewhere in the body. A WBC count over 100,000 most often occurs with leukemia or other blood and bone marrow cancer. There are three tests your doctor might use to help determine why your WBC is higher than normal: Complete blood count (CBC) with differential. This test is almost always done when your WBC count is higher than normal for unknown reasons. For this test, blood drawn from your vein is run through a machine that identifies the percentage of each type of WBC.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/leukocytosis
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_646647676#7_1327208268
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Title: Lung Cancer and High White Blood Cell Count: Your FAQs
Headings: Your FAQs, Answered: Lung Cancer and White Blood Cell Count
Your FAQs, Answered: Lung Cancer and White Blood Cell Count
Does cancer cause elevated white blood cell count?
Can cancer cause low white blood cell count?
Does lung cancer show up in bloodwork?
What’s dangerous about white blood cell count?
Does immunotherapy raise white blood cell count?
The takeaway
Content: What’s dangerous about white blood cell count? WBCs are an important part of your immune system. They help you fight infection and are most effective when their numbers fall within a certain range. A WBC count that’s too low means that you’re at risk for infection. Your doctor will monitor your WBC during treatment to make sure that it doesn’t get too low. Your WBC is so important that if treatment causes it to drop too far, your doctor will temporarily stop the treatment. Once your WBC returns to safe levels, cancer treatment can resume. Tell your doctor right away if you experience any signs of low WBC count, which include: chills
fever
sweating
Self-care is always important, but even more so if you have a low WBC count. Eat a nutritious diet, get plenty of rest, and avoid germs and injury as much as possible.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/lung-cancer/faqs-lung-cancer-white-blood-cell-count
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_646819421#1_1327635890
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Title: Lupus Anticoagulant: Test, Syndrome, Positive, Pregnancy, and More
Headings: Lupus Anticoagulants
Lupus Anticoagulants
What are lupus anticoagulants?
What are the symptoms of lupus anticoagulants?
Miscarriages
Associated conditions
How do I get tested for lupus anticoagulants?
PTT test
Other blood tests
How are lupus anticoagulants treated?
Blood-thinning medications
Steroids
Plasma exchange
Discontinuing other medications
Lifestyle changes
Getting regular exercise
Quit smoking and moderate your drinking
Lose weight
Reduce your intake of vitamin K-rich foods
What’s the outlook?
Content: LAs are associated with an immune system disorder known as antiphospholipid syndrome. What are the symptoms of lupus anticoagulants? LAs can increase the risk of blood clots. However, antibodies can be present and not lead to a clot. If you develop a blood clot in one of your arms or legs, symptoms may include: swelling in your arm or leg
redness or discoloration in your arm or leg
breathing difficulties
pain or numbness in your arm or leg
A blood clot in the area of your heart or lungs may cause: chest pain
excessive sweating
breathing difficulties
fatigue, dizziness, or both
Blood clots in your stomach or kidneys may lead to: belly pain
thigh pain
nausea
diarrhea or bloody stool
fever
Blood clots can be life-threatening if they aren’t treated promptly. Miscarriages
Small blood clots caused by LAs can complicate a pregnancy and induce miscarriage. Multiple miscarriages may be a sign of LAs, especially if they occur after the first trimester.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/lupus-anticoagulant
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_646819421#2_1327637665
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Title: Lupus Anticoagulant: Test, Syndrome, Positive, Pregnancy, and More
Headings: Lupus Anticoagulants
Lupus Anticoagulants
What are lupus anticoagulants?
What are the symptoms of lupus anticoagulants?
Miscarriages
Associated conditions
How do I get tested for lupus anticoagulants?
PTT test
Other blood tests
How are lupus anticoagulants treated?
Blood-thinning medications
Steroids
Plasma exchange
Discontinuing other medications
Lifestyle changes
Getting regular exercise
Quit smoking and moderate your drinking
Lose weight
Reduce your intake of vitamin K-rich foods
What’s the outlook?
Content: swelling in your arm or leg
redness or discoloration in your arm or leg
breathing difficulties
pain or numbness in your arm or leg
A blood clot in the area of your heart or lungs may cause: chest pain
excessive sweating
breathing difficulties
fatigue, dizziness, or both
Blood clots in your stomach or kidneys may lead to: belly pain
thigh pain
nausea
diarrhea or bloody stool
fever
Blood clots can be life-threatening if they aren’t treated promptly. Miscarriages
Small blood clots caused by LAs can complicate a pregnancy and induce miscarriage. Multiple miscarriages may be a sign of LAs, especially if they occur after the first trimester. Associated conditions
Roughly half of people with LAs also have the autoimmune disease lupus. How do I get tested for lupus anticoagulants? Your doctor may order testing for LAs if you have unexplained blood clots or have had multiple miscarriages. No single test helps doctors conclusively diagnose LAs. Multiple blood tests are required to determine if LAs are present in your bloodstream.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/lupus-anticoagulant
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_653983284#4_1347932787
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Title: Ecotherapy: Types, Benefits, and DIY Tips
Headings: Ecotherapy and the Healing Power of Nature
Ecotherapy and the Healing Power of Nature
What are the different types?
What are the benefits?
More opportunities for social connection
Motivation to exercise
Increased mindfulness
What does the research say?
Techniques to try on your own
Start an informal trash pickup
Get digging
Explore nature’s darker side (literally)
Spend a day among trees
Take your regular activities outside
Don’t hesitate to reach out for extra support
The bottom line
Content: Forest bathing. Slightly more than a walk in the park, this practice encourages the mindful use of your five senses as you ramble through forests or similarly tree-heavy settings. Animal-assisted therapy. Petting, playing, or working with animals like horses, dogs, and birds outdoors can offer another way to manage stress. Outdoor meditation and yoga. Yoga and meditation offer well-established benefits, but they might prove even more rewarding outside. Many ecotherapy practices also prioritize building a two-way relationship with nature by giving something back to the area, whether that’s collecting trash or planting treas. This may also help with issues related to eco-anxiety, or anxiety related to concerns such as environmental damage and degradation, global warming, or natural disasters. Even small efforts to reduce your carbon footprint, such as recycling, composting, and limiting driving can benefit you and the planet. What are the benefits?
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https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/ecotherapy
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_653983284#7_1347938029
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Title: Ecotherapy: Types, Benefits, and DIY Tips
Headings: Ecotherapy and the Healing Power of Nature
Ecotherapy and the Healing Power of Nature
What are the different types?
What are the benefits?
More opportunities for social connection
Motivation to exercise
Increased mindfulness
What does the research say?
Techniques to try on your own
Start an informal trash pickup
Get digging
Explore nature’s darker side (literally)
Spend a day among trees
Take your regular activities outside
Don’t hesitate to reach out for extra support
The bottom line
Content: Community gardening, for example, can reduce loneliness, acquaint you with new people, and increase feelings of community solidarity. Plenty of people with a fondness for hiking and nature walks prefer to go in groups. Sites like Meetup can help you find others interested in similar nature activities nearby. Motivation to exercise
Many ecotherapy practices will get you out of the house and moving. Even gardening, which may not seem so strenuous at first, involves plenty of movement. Exercise can help improve sleep and other aspects of physical health, of course, but it can also have a positive impact on mental health. Simply enjoying some fresh air can lift a bad mood, while sunshine may have a more direct effect
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on feelings of depression or anxiety. To do yourself and nature some good, you could even try plogging — the official-ish term for picking up trash while you jog. Increased mindfulness
When you spend time in a natural environment, you’re more likely to use your senses to experience your surroundings. Calming sounds, like birds chirping or the rustling of leaves, can help you detach from traffic, work conflict, and ordinary stressors of everyday life.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/ecotherapy
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_653983284#8_1347939999
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Title: Ecotherapy: Types, Benefits, and DIY Tips
Headings: Ecotherapy and the Healing Power of Nature
Ecotherapy and the Healing Power of Nature
What are the different types?
What are the benefits?
More opportunities for social connection
Motivation to exercise
Increased mindfulness
What does the research say?
Techniques to try on your own
Start an informal trash pickup
Get digging
Explore nature’s darker side (literally)
Spend a day among trees
Take your regular activities outside
Don’t hesitate to reach out for extra support
The bottom line
Content: Exercise can help improve sleep and other aspects of physical health, of course, but it can also have a positive impact on mental health. Simply enjoying some fresh air can lift a bad mood, while sunshine may have a more direct effect
Trusted Source
on feelings of depression or anxiety. To do yourself and nature some good, you could even try plogging — the official-ish term for picking up trash while you jog. Increased mindfulness
When you spend time in a natural environment, you’re more likely to use your senses to experience your surroundings. Calming sounds, like birds chirping or the rustling of leaves, can help you detach from traffic, work conflict, and ordinary stressors of everyday life. Turning your attention toward the scenery can also help Pyou practice focusing on the present instead of mentally cycling through worrisome thoughts. By spending more time in nature, you might even unintentionally build a mindfulness habit. What does the research say? Existing evidence does suggest a link between nature therapy and improved mental health: For resilience.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/ecotherapy
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_654253912#1_1348741574
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Title: Why You Should Stop Hiding Feelings
Headings: It’s Tempting to Mask Your Emotions, but It Won’t Do You (or Anyone Else) Any Favors
It’s Tempting to Mask Your Emotions, but It Won’t Do You (or Anyone Else) Any Favors
Why people hide feelings
To avoid showing ‘weakness’
To avoid getting hurt
Lack of confidence
How it affects you
Disrupted communication
Emotion buildup
Relationship strain
Early death
How to stop
Practice mindfulness
Share your feelings honestly
Talk to someone you trust
Reaching out
The bottom line
Content: It can become an issue, however, if it becomes a pattern and affects your ability to communicate authentically. Why people hide feelings
People generally learn to suppress emotions for a few key reasons. To avoid showing ‘weakness’
Showing emotion can put you in a vulnerable place, and it’s pretty normal to want to avoid exposing vulnerabilities to others. You might worry expressing certain emotions will lead others to judge you and believe you can’t manage your feelings. As a result, you hide your sadness, fear, frustration, and other so-called negative emotions. You could also have some concerns around others using these feelings against you, especially if that’s happened to you before. To avoid getting hurt
People often hide emotions to protect their relationships. When someone you care about does something upsetting, you might choose to hide your annoyance. Yes, their actions bothered you. But if they react negatively when you tell them how you feel, you could end up triggering an even more painful conflict.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/hiding-feelings
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_654253912#2_1348743394
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Title: Why You Should Stop Hiding Feelings
Headings: It’s Tempting to Mask Your Emotions, but It Won’t Do You (or Anyone Else) Any Favors
It’s Tempting to Mask Your Emotions, but It Won’t Do You (or Anyone Else) Any Favors
Why people hide feelings
To avoid showing ‘weakness’
To avoid getting hurt
Lack of confidence
How it affects you
Disrupted communication
Emotion buildup
Relationship strain
Early death
How to stop
Practice mindfulness
Share your feelings honestly
Talk to someone you trust
Reaching out
The bottom line
Content: You could also have some concerns around others using these feelings against you, especially if that’s happened to you before. To avoid getting hurt
People often hide emotions to protect their relationships. When someone you care about does something upsetting, you might choose to hide your annoyance. Yes, their actions bothered you. But if they react negatively when you tell them how you feel, you could end up triggering an even more painful conflict. So, instead, you choose to avoid conflict entirely. This desire to avoid pain often stems from an underlying lack of trust in yourself and others. If people have manipulated your emotions in the past, you might fear trusting someone new with your feelings. You might also lack faith in your own ability to handle conflict in a positive and productive way. Lack of confidence
If you grow up receiving the message that your opinions and feelings don’t matter, you’ll likely learn to hide your feelings from an early age.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/hiding-feelings
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_654253912#3_1348745152
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Title: Why You Should Stop Hiding Feelings
Headings: It’s Tempting to Mask Your Emotions, but It Won’t Do You (or Anyone Else) Any Favors
It’s Tempting to Mask Your Emotions, but It Won’t Do You (or Anyone Else) Any Favors
Why people hide feelings
To avoid showing ‘weakness’
To avoid getting hurt
Lack of confidence
How it affects you
Disrupted communication
Emotion buildup
Relationship strain
Early death
How to stop
Practice mindfulness
Share your feelings honestly
Talk to someone you trust
Reaching out
The bottom line
Content: So, instead, you choose to avoid conflict entirely. This desire to avoid pain often stems from an underlying lack of trust in yourself and others. If people have manipulated your emotions in the past, you might fear trusting someone new with your feelings. You might also lack faith in your own ability to handle conflict in a positive and productive way. Lack of confidence
If you grow up receiving the message that your opinions and feelings don’t matter, you’ll likely learn to hide your feelings from an early age. This often happens when parents and caregivers judge or criticize you for expressing your emotions. This judgment isn’t limited to negative emotions, either. Some restrictive caregivers reprimand children for any outburst, negative or positive. Eventually, you may no longer feel safe expressing your opinions and feelings, so you hide them to prevent further criticism. Caregivers who mask their own emotions can also reinforce the idea that you should do the same.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/hiding-feelings
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_655343417#5_1351850336
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Title: Understanding Types of Child Abuse and What You Can Do to Stop It
Headings: Recognizing Types of Child Abuse and How to Respond
Recognizing Types of Child Abuse and How to Respond
Neglect
Physical abuse
Emotional and psychological abuse
Sexual abuse
What to do if you suspect child abuse
Risk factors that lead to child abuse
How to help children who have been abused
What happens to children who have been abused?
Content: It becomes abusive when they’re recurring and persistent. Children who are emotionally abused may show the following signs: being anxious or afraid
appearing withdrawn or emotionally distant
showing behavior extremes, such as compliance then aggressiveness
showing age-inappropriate behavior, such as sucking a thumb in elementary or middle school
lack of attachment to a parent or caregiver
Sexual abuse
Sexual abuse is any act that forces or coerces a child into participating in sexual activities. Sexual abuse can occur even when a child isn’t touched. Actions that cause sexual arousal in another person as the result of a child’s behavior or actions are also considered sexual abuse. Examples of sexual abuse include: rape
penetration, including oral sex
non-penetrative sexual contact, such as touching, kissing, rubbing, or masturbating
telling dirty or inappropriate jokes or stories
forcing or inviting a child to undress
watching others perform sexual acts with children or asking a child to watch sexual acts
flashing or exposing yourself to a child
encouraging sexually inappropriate behavior
grooming a child for future sexual contact
Children who are sexually abused may show the following signs: displaying sexual knowledge beyond their years
talking about being touched by another person
withdrawing from family or friends
running away
shying away from a specific person
protesting going to a specific place
having nightmares
wetting the bed after potty training
having a sexually transmitted infection
How to tell if a child may have been abused
Signs of child abuse can be hard to detect. Bruises, for example, can be a natural byproduct of playing or sports. Still, many children who have been abused show some shared symptoms.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/types-of-child-abuse
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_655343417#6_1351852754
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Title: Understanding Types of Child Abuse and What You Can Do to Stop It
Headings: Recognizing Types of Child Abuse and How to Respond
Recognizing Types of Child Abuse and How to Respond
Neglect
Physical abuse
Emotional and psychological abuse
Sexual abuse
What to do if you suspect child abuse
Risk factors that lead to child abuse
How to help children who have been abused
What happens to children who have been abused?
Content: Examples of sexual abuse include: rape
penetration, including oral sex
non-penetrative sexual contact, such as touching, kissing, rubbing, or masturbating
telling dirty or inappropriate jokes or stories
forcing or inviting a child to undress
watching others perform sexual acts with children or asking a child to watch sexual acts
flashing or exposing yourself to a child
encouraging sexually inappropriate behavior
grooming a child for future sexual contact
Children who are sexually abused may show the following signs: displaying sexual knowledge beyond their years
talking about being touched by another person
withdrawing from family or friends
running away
shying away from a specific person
protesting going to a specific place
having nightmares
wetting the bed after potty training
having a sexually transmitted infection
How to tell if a child may have been abused
Signs of child abuse can be hard to detect. Bruises, for example, can be a natural byproduct of playing or sports. Still, many children who have been abused show some shared symptoms. These include: being withdrawn, passive, or compliant in an unusual manner
protesting going to a specific place when other places don’t bother them
resisting being around a specific individual
showing sudden and dramatic changes in behavior
Of course, children have emotional swings like many adults. It’s important to closely watch the child for other signs or symptoms of abuse. If you suspect abuse or neglect, you can approach the child and offer them unconditional support and calm reassurance. This may help them feel safe enough to speak about what’s happening.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/types-of-child-abuse
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_657209759#0_1357164406
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Title: Morton’s Neuroma: Causes, Treatment, and More
Headings: Everything You Should Know About Morton’s Neuroma
Everything You Should Know About Morton’s Neuroma
Overview
What are the symptoms?
What causes Morton’s neuroma?
When should you see a doctor?
How is Morton’s neuroma treated?
Conservative and home treatments
Injections
Surgery
What can you expect?
What’s the outlook?
What can you do to prevent recurrence?
Content: Morton’s Neuroma: Causes, Treatment, and More
Everything You Should Know About Morton’s Neuroma
Medically reviewed by Debra Sullivan, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., CNE, COI — Written by Marjorie Hecht — Updated on August 15, 2018
Symptoms
Causes
See a doctor
Treatment
Injections
Recovery
Outlook
Prevention
Overview
Morton’s neuroma is a benign but painful condition that affects the ball of the foot. It’s also called an intermetatarsal neuroma because it’s located in the ball of the foot between your metatarsal bones. It happens when the tissue around a nerve that leads to a toe thickens from irritation or compression. It most often occurs between the third and fourth toes, but can also occur between the second and third toes. It most commonly occurs in middle-aged people, especially middle-aged women. What are the symptoms? Pain, often intermittent, is the main symptom of Morton’s neuroma. It may feel like a burning pain in the ball or your foot or like you’re standing on a marble or pebble in your shoe or a bunched-up sock. Your toes may feel numb or tingle as the pain radiates out.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/mortons-neuroma
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_657209759#1_1357166191
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Title: Morton’s Neuroma: Causes, Treatment, and More
Headings: Everything You Should Know About Morton’s Neuroma
Everything You Should Know About Morton’s Neuroma
Overview
What are the symptoms?
What causes Morton’s neuroma?
When should you see a doctor?
How is Morton’s neuroma treated?
Conservative and home treatments
Injections
Surgery
What can you expect?
What’s the outlook?
What can you do to prevent recurrence?
Content: It most commonly occurs in middle-aged people, especially middle-aged women. What are the symptoms? Pain, often intermittent, is the main symptom of Morton’s neuroma. It may feel like a burning pain in the ball or your foot or like you’re standing on a marble or pebble in your shoe or a bunched-up sock. Your toes may feel numb or tingle as the pain radiates out. You may have difficulty walking normally because of the pain. You won’t have any noticeable swelling on your foot, though. Sometimes you may have Morton’s neuroma without any symptoms. A small study from 2000 reviewed medical records from 85 people who had their feet imaged with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The study found that 33 percent of the participants had Morton’s neuroma but no pain.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/mortons-neuroma
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#0_1361670352
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred? ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Medically reviewed by Cynthia Taylor Chavoustie, MPAS, PA-C — Written by Crystal Raypole on March 15, 2021
Term origins
Which one to use
‘Alaska Native’
‘Indigenous’
Tribe names
How to ask
Terms to avoid
Takeaway
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Most people living in the United States are familiar with the terms “Native American,” “American Indian,” and, increasingly, “Indigenous American” or “Indigenous peoples.” But if you’re still uncertain about which term to use, you’re not alone. Perhaps you learned to say “Native American” in elementary school and stuck with it until college, when a class on American Indian literature led you to rethink the terminology. Maybe you have a friend who uses “American Indian” and a co-worker who describes themselves as “Native American.” This inconsistency might leave you confused, wondering how to best avoid giving offense. Should you use “American Indian”? Is “Native American” still the best term?
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https://www.healthline.com/health/native-american-vs-american-indian
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#1_1361672330
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: Perhaps you learned to say “Native American” in elementary school and stuck with it until college, when a class on American Indian literature led you to rethink the terminology. Maybe you have a friend who uses “American Indian” and a co-worker who describes themselves as “Native American.” This inconsistency might leave you confused, wondering how to best avoid giving offense. Should you use “American Indian”? Is “Native American” still the best term? Or does “Indigenous” offer the most respect? The truth is, there’s no right answer that applies to every situation. Read on to learn why and get more insight on how to proceed with consideration and respect. Where these terms originated
Before getting into whether one term is better than the other, let’s recap some history to help explain where these terms came from. You most likely heard a sanitized version of the Columbus story in elementary school.
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#5_1361679703
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: Some choose instead to reclaim “Indian” or “American Indian” to describe their ancestry. Which should you use? Generally speaking, both “American Indian” and “Native American” are OK to use. Both refer to the Indigenous peoples of America. That said, the best term to use in a given situation usually comes down to preference — not your personal preference, but the preference of the person you’re speaking with. They might dislike “Native American” and prefer “American Indian,” or vice versa, but you have no way of knowing unless you ask (or better yet, listen first). People often get so caught up in dissecting the nuances of political correctness that they overlook what really matters: how someone chooses to describe themselves. You might assume you’re showing respect by using terminology you’ve been taught. But when you fail to ask someone what they prefer to be called or ignore their preference by insisting you’re using the correct term, you show them even more disrespect by invalidating their identity.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/native-american-vs-american-indian
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#6_1361681532
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: They might dislike “Native American” and prefer “American Indian,” or vice versa, but you have no way of knowing unless you ask (or better yet, listen first). People often get so caught up in dissecting the nuances of political correctness that they overlook what really matters: how someone chooses to describe themselves. You might assume you’re showing respect by using terminology you’ve been taught. But when you fail to ask someone what they prefer to be called or ignore their preference by insisting you’re using the correct term, you show them even more disrespect by invalidating their identity. What about ‘Alaska Native’? The term “Alaska Native” refers to any member of the 229 tribes or nations indigenous to Alaska. Alaska Natives make up about 15 percent of the total population of Alaska. You might also see the terms “Native Alaskan” or “Alaskan Native” used, but these terms subtly imply possession, or that the Indigenous people of Alaska “belong” to Alaska. As a broader term, “Native American” also includes Alaska Natives, since Alaska is, of course, a state.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/native-american-vs-american-indian
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#7_1361683435
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: What about ‘Alaska Native’? The term “Alaska Native” refers to any member of the 229 tribes or nations indigenous to Alaska. Alaska Natives make up about 15 percent of the total population of Alaska. You might also see the terms “Native Alaskan” or “Alaskan Native” used, but these terms subtly imply possession, or that the Indigenous people of Alaska “belong” to Alaska. As a broader term, “Native American” also includes Alaska Natives, since Alaska is, of course, a state. Still, it’s always best to use the most accurate and specific term possible. Keep in mind that while all Indigenous tribes have unique cultures, histories, and ways of living, Alaska lies quite far from most of the United States. Land boundaries were established by white settlers, not by Indigenous people themselves, and many Alaska Natives may not consider themselves Americans or Native Americans. While saying “Alaska Native” might feel more specific and accurate than “Native American” or “American Indian,” keep in mind that it’s still a fairly broad term. As the Alaska Federation of Natives explains, Alaska Native tribes share a number of core values that help them survive in Alaska’s harsh climate, but they still have their own diverse languages, traditions, and culture.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/native-american-vs-american-indian
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#8_1361685527
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: Still, it’s always best to use the most accurate and specific term possible. Keep in mind that while all Indigenous tribes have unique cultures, histories, and ways of living, Alaska lies quite far from most of the United States. Land boundaries were established by white settlers, not by Indigenous people themselves, and many Alaska Natives may not consider themselves Americans or Native Americans. While saying “Alaska Native” might feel more specific and accurate than “Native American” or “American Indian,” keep in mind that it’s still a fairly broad term. As the Alaska Federation of Natives explains, Alaska Native tribes share a number of core values that help them survive in Alaska’s harsh climate, but they still have their own diverse languages, traditions, and culture. Can I just say ‘Indigenous’? “Indigenous” means the original inhabitants of a given land or region. “Indigenous peoples of America” has the same general meaning as “Native Americans,” and many people prefer this term’s inclusivity. The term “Indigenous” makes it clear that they occupied the land first, without assigning the American nationality. More and more people chose to refer to themselves as Indigenous people, and this is also acceptable.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/native-american-vs-american-indian
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#9_1361687586
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: Can I just say ‘Indigenous’? “Indigenous” means the original inhabitants of a given land or region. “Indigenous peoples of America” has the same general meaning as “Native Americans,” and many people prefer this term’s inclusivity. The term “Indigenous” makes it clear that they occupied the land first, without assigning the American nationality. More and more people chose to refer to themselves as Indigenous people, and this is also acceptable. But again, it’s another broad term. When used generally, it can refer to any original inhabitants of a country, not just the United States. A few things to remember when using this term: Avoid using it as a noun: for example, “the Indigenous.”
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https://www.healthline.com/health/native-american-vs-american-indian
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#11_1361690309
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: Avoid possessive phrasing: for example, “America’s Indigenous peoples.” Specify where someone is from: for example, “Indigenous peoples of Central America” or “Indigenous peoples of Canada.” What about tribe names? Whenever possible, aim to use a specific tribe name rather than a generalized umbrella term. No matter how polite or respectful terms like “Native American” or “Alaska Native” aim to be, these are still English names assigned by white people. These terms also lump hundreds of unique and culturally diverse tribes into one mass group. And again, while “Native American” does acknowledge the fact that members of these tribes lived on this land before anyone else, it still uses the English name for the continent. This only serves to emphasize that the land was, in fact, stolen from Indigenous people, who were then forced onto reservations and denied their languages and cultural identities.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/native-american-vs-american-indian
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#12_1361692009
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: Whenever possible, aim to use a specific tribe name rather than a generalized umbrella term. No matter how polite or respectful terms like “Native American” or “Alaska Native” aim to be, these are still English names assigned by white people. These terms also lump hundreds of unique and culturally diverse tribes into one mass group. And again, while “Native American” does acknowledge the fact that members of these tribes lived on this land before anyone else, it still uses the English name for the continent. This only serves to emphasize that the land was, in fact, stolen from Indigenous people, who were then forced onto reservations and denied their languages and cultural identities. Using specific tribe names doesn’t change this fact, but it does help reaffirm both cultural and personal identity. FYI
Some tribe names you’re familiar with may not actually originate with that tribe. You might know the names Navajo or Sioux, for example, but members of these tribes may call themselves Diné or Lakota — their name in their own language. How to talk about it
It’s best to be as specific as possible when referring to Indigenous people, but how do you go about finding out their background and preference? Many people are willing to talk about their identity and nationality, but it’s important to make sure your questions don’t “other” them or give offense in other ways.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/native-american-vs-american-indian
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#13_1361694196
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: Using specific tribe names doesn’t change this fact, but it does help reaffirm both cultural and personal identity. FYI
Some tribe names you’re familiar with may not actually originate with that tribe. You might know the names Navajo or Sioux, for example, but members of these tribes may call themselves Diné or Lakota — their name in their own language. How to talk about it
It’s best to be as specific as possible when referring to Indigenous people, but how do you go about finding out their background and preference? Many people are willing to talk about their identity and nationality, but it’s important to make sure your questions don’t “other” them or give offense in other ways. For example, it’s never a good idea to ask things like: “Where are you from?” “What are you?” “What kind of Indian are you?” Sometimes, the best way to ask is not to ask at all.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/native-american-vs-american-indian
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#14_1361695872
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: For example, it’s never a good idea to ask things like: “Where are you from?” “What are you?” “What kind of Indian are you?” Sometimes, the best way to ask is not to ask at all. In other words, listen first to how someone introduces themselves and hold off on asking until the subject comes up naturally. Say, for example, your co-worker mentions being Native American. You might then ask, “What nation do you belong to?” or “What’s your tribal affiliation?” If someone corrects you
No one’s perfect:
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https://www.healthline.com/health/native-american-vs-american-indian
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#17_1361700041
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: Respect their preferences and don’t get defensive. Terms to avoid
“Native American,” “American Indian,” and “Indigenous people” are all acceptable terms. Some terms, on the other hand, simply aren’t polite, accurate or acceptable in any context. These include: “Indian.” On its own, “Indian” refers to people from India, so you wouldn’t use it to describe an Indigenous person. “Natives.” Someone might say, “I’m Native,” dropping the “American,” but white oppressors have traditionally used the plural “natives” in negative and dismissive ways. Don’t call people “natives,” even if they refer to themselves with that term. “Eskimo.”
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https://www.healthline.com/health/native-american-vs-american-indian
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_658805879#18_1361701537
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Title: Native American vs. American Indian: Which Is Preferred?
Headings: ‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
‘Native American’ or ‘American Indian’? How to Talk About Indigenous People of America
Where these terms originated
Which should you use?
What about ‘Alaska Native’?
Can I just say ‘Indigenous’?
What about tribe names?
How to talk about it
If someone corrects you
Terms to avoid
The bottom line
Content: On its own, “Indian” refers to people from India, so you wouldn’t use it to describe an Indigenous person. “Natives.” Someone might say, “I’m Native,” dropping the “American,” but white oppressors have traditionally used the plural “natives” in negative and dismissive ways. Don’t call people “natives,” even if they refer to themselves with that term. “Eskimo.” Many Alaska Natives, Inuit, Yupik, and other Indigenous peoples from the Arctic region consider this colonial term racist and derogatory. “Spirit animal.” Don’t refer to anything as your “spirit animal,” no matter what level of affinity you feel for it. This term isn’t just appropriative. It also turns Indigenous cultural traditions into jokes and meme fodder.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/native-american-vs-american-indian
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_662916874#2_1373349035
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Title: Impact of Paint Fumes on Your Health & How to Minimize Exposure
Headings: How Paint Fumes Affect Your Health and How to Prevent Exposure
How Paint Fumes Affect Your Health and How to Prevent Exposure
About indoor paint
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
What about lead-based paint?
Exposure to paint fumes: What are the risks?
Paint and allergies
Pregnancy risks
How to minimize exposure to paint fumes
How to treat exposure to paint fumes and other paint risks
Solvent-based paint fumes linked to MS
Takeaway
Content: Latex, or water-based, paints contain water as the primary liquid, although some other solvents may also be included. Alkyd, or oil-based paints, use solvents other than water, such as organic solvents. Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
Most paints have some level of VOCs. VOCs are released into the air as gases from solids or liquids that contain organic chemicals, such as paints and varnishes. Some examples of VOCs include: toluene
xylene
acetone
formaldehyde
benzene
Exposure to VOCs can sometimes lead to short or long-term health effects. Ideally, you should aim to limit your use of products that generate VOCs and take safety measures when using them. Low-VOC and no-VOC paint products are available for purchase. When shopping for paint, check the labels to get an idea of a product’s VOC levels. What about lead-based paint?
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https://www.healthline.com/health/paint-fumes
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_662916874#4_1373352083
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Title: Impact of Paint Fumes on Your Health & How to Minimize Exposure
Headings: How Paint Fumes Affect Your Health and How to Prevent Exposure
How Paint Fumes Affect Your Health and How to Prevent Exposure
About indoor paint
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
What about lead-based paint?
Exposure to paint fumes: What are the risks?
Paint and allergies
Pregnancy risks
How to minimize exposure to paint fumes
How to treat exposure to paint fumes and other paint risks
Solvent-based paint fumes linked to MS
Takeaway
Content: You may have heard about lead-based paint. Lead is a metal that can be very toxic and cause a variety of health problems. Homes built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint. People living in a building with lead-based paint need to take extra precautions when performing home improvement projects that may expose them to peeling or chipped paint. Exposure to paint fumes: What are the risks? Are paint fumes harmful? Can they make you sick? Paints can cause irritation if they get onto your skin. They can also be potentially harmful when swallowed, particularly oil-based paints.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/paint-fumes
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_662916874#5_1373353370
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Title: Impact of Paint Fumes on Your Health & How to Minimize Exposure
Headings: How Paint Fumes Affect Your Health and How to Prevent Exposure
How Paint Fumes Affect Your Health and How to Prevent Exposure
About indoor paint
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
What about lead-based paint?
Exposure to paint fumes: What are the risks?
Paint and allergies
Pregnancy risks
How to minimize exposure to paint fumes
How to treat exposure to paint fumes and other paint risks
Solvent-based paint fumes linked to MS
Takeaway
Content: What are the risks? Are paint fumes harmful? Can they make you sick? Paints can cause irritation if they get onto your skin. They can also be potentially harmful when swallowed, particularly oil-based paints. Additionally, the fumes from these types of paints can irritate your eyes, nose, or throat. Irritation should go away when you go out into fresh air. Short-term side effects from inhaling VOCs can include: irritation of the eyes, nose, or throat
headache
feeling dizzy or light-headed
nausea
trouble breathing
Exposure to high concentrations of VOCs for extended periods can cause long-term damage to certain systems of the body, including: nervous system
liver
kidneys
Generally speaking, water-based paints give off lower levels of chemical vapors and VOCs.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/paint-fumes
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_662916874#17_1373373491
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Title: Impact of Paint Fumes on Your Health & How to Minimize Exposure
Headings: How Paint Fumes Affect Your Health and How to Prevent Exposure
How Paint Fumes Affect Your Health and How to Prevent Exposure
About indoor paint
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
What about lead-based paint?
Exposure to paint fumes: What are the risks?
Paint and allergies
Pregnancy risks
How to minimize exposure to paint fumes
How to treat exposure to paint fumes and other paint risks
Solvent-based paint fumes linked to MS
Takeaway
Content: People with specific genetic risk factors who were exposed to both smoking and organic solvents had a 30-fold increase in risk compared to non-exposed people without genetic risk factors. It should be emphasized that the authors of the study note that you won’t necessarily get MS from exposure to organic solvents like those found in paints and other household products. However, you may wish to avoid them — as well as smoking — in order to reduce MS risk, particularly if you have a family history of the condition. Takeaway
Most paints are very safe. However, exposure to paint and its fumes has the potential to cause irritation of the skin, eyes, and throat. This can often go away through cleaning the affected area or going out into fresh air. Many paint products contain VOCs that can potentially cause both short-term and long-term health effects. Because of this, you should aim to minimize your exposure to these chemicals whenever possible. When painting indoors, you should always do so safely. This can include selecting a paint that has lower VOC levels, making sure the area is properly ventilated, and taking breaks to get some fresh air.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/paint-fumes
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_663415029#9_1374790933
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Title: Average Age for Potty Training Boys and Girls: Tips and More
Headings: What’s the Average Age for Potty Training Boys and Girls?
What’s the Average Age for Potty Training Boys and Girls?
When should my child start potty training?
Is your child ready?
Do girls learn to use the potty earlier than boys?
What about children with special needs?
How long does it take?
What about boot camp methods?
Average age for bedtime potty training
Tips for potty training
The takeaway
Content: Let them read a book or sing a song on the potty without focusing on actually going. Next, move to sitting your child on the potty directly after taking off a wet or dirty diaper. From there, you may encourage your child to use the potty one to three times a day for a few minutes at a time. After mealtimes is an especially good time to try, as it tends to be when children have full bladders and bowels. You can increase the number of trips or tries your child takes throughout the day over time. It may be helpful to create a loose schedule, such as: upon waking
after mealtimes
before bed
Following a schedule can help your child get into a rhythm. Here are some other tips for success: Take your child’s lead, progressing however slowly or quickly according to their readiness. Resist forming expectations, especially in the beginning.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/parenting/average-age-for-potty-training
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_665311076#12_1380382085
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Title: Overprotective Parents: Are You Doing Too Much for Your Kids?
Headings: Overprotective Parents: How to Let Go and Raise Independent Kids
Overprotective Parents: How to Let Go and Raise Independent Kids
What are overprotective parents?
The overly cautious parent
The excuse-making parent
The decision-making parent
What are the signs of overprotective parents?
Controlling choices
Sheltering from failure
Overreacting to failures
Fear of injury
Intense focus on achievement
Extreme rewards and strict rules
What are the effects of overprotective parents?
Unprepared children
Deceptive children
Dependent, unconfident children
Fearful children
Entitled children
Tips for overprotective parents, as well as those on the receiving end
Steps you can take as an overprotective parent
On the receiving end of overprotective parenting?
Takeaway
Content: You can schedule tutors and sign your kid up for all of the enrichment activities, but focusing exclusively on academics and measurable achievements could be detrimental to your child’s mental and emotional well-being. We need to let our kids be kids. Extreme rewards and strict rules
Resorting to outlandish rewards to motivate children and harsh punishments to deter them is another common sign of overprotective parenting. You want your child to be motivated by their own internal drive and excited by new experiences — not dependent on bribes and fearful of threats. What are the effects of overprotective parents? All parents make mistakes, and it’s standard practice to worry about the potential long-term effects of your decision making. But it needs to be said that there’s no one right way to parent. You have to show yourself grace and kindness in this journey and know that you’re not going to always have the right answers. Nevertheless, identifying any overprotective tendencies now can help adjust the outcome for you and your kids, as this parenting style can have lasting negative consequences. Unprepared children
Perhaps most significantly, an overprotective parent can create a child who’s unprepared to deal with what life may throw their way.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/parenting/overprotective-parents
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_665356762#5_1380501708
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Title: Be The Best Parent You Can Be: Building Your Parenting Skills
Headings: Be the Best Parent You Can Be: Building Your Parenting Skills
Be the Best Parent You Can Be: Building Your Parenting Skills
What are the most essential parenting skills?
1. Love and affection
2. Stress management
3. Relationship skills
4. Autonomy and independence
5. Education and learning
6. Life skills
7. Behavior management
8. Health
9. Religion
10. Safety
What can you do improve your parenting skills?
Parenting skills assessment
Parenting skills to assess:
Takeaway
Content: Autonomy and independence
When parents foster autonomy and independence, it tells their children that they respect and believe in their abilities. 5. Education and learning
Teaching children to be lifelong learners begins at home. This includes valuing education, modeling learning, and providing enrichment opportunities for your child. 6. Life skills
Providing for your child’s needs and planning for the future falls into this category. This includes showing your child how to positively view obstacles and challenges, which helps them develop resilience and perseverance. 7. Behavior management
Parents who use positive discipline rely on positive reinforcement and deliver consequences (not punishment) in a kind and firm manner, helping a child feel connected, capable, and a sense of belonging. This also minimizes or eliminates yelling, and harsh verbal discipline, which one 2014 study
Trusted Source
found is damaging to developing adolescents.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/parenting/parenting-skills
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_665417101#7_1380685706
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Title: What Is the Best Potty Training Schedule?
Headings: What’s the Best Potty Training Schedule?
What’s the Best Potty Training Schedule?
Is it the right time for potty training?
How can you create a schedule?
The three-day method
Time-based method
Schedule-based method
Getting started
Supplies
First days
Heading out and about
Other considerations
Takeaway
Content: You’ll need to get your child to a toilet immediately if they have not already asked to go when they begin peeing, so you can never be far away. Diapers are exchanged for underwear at the beginning of the three days, so a fair share of accidents during the training time is to be expected during this speedy potty training method. Time-based method
Some parents choose to potty train over a slightly longer period than the three-day method. This allows the family to maintain a more regular schedule of activities while potty training. To use a time interval based approach to potty training have your child sit down on the toilet for at least a few minutes every hour or two from the time they wake up until the time they go to sleep. Consider setting a timer for regular reminders. You can abandon diapers or go for an in-between option, like pull-up training pants. Schedule-based method
A third alternative some parents choose is a schedule-based approach to potty training. Instead of scheduling bathroom breaks around a timer, a child’s bathroom visits are based on their usual daily routine. This might include an attempt to use the bathroom upon waking, before/after meals, before/after being outside, and in between different playtime activities.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/parenting/potty-training-schedule
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_669035939#0_1390980974
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Title: Pregnancy Care: Overview, Prenatal & Postnatal Care
Headings: Pregnancy Care
Pregnancy Care
Overview
Prenatal Care
During Pregnancy
Postpartum Care
Getting Enough Rest
Eating Right
Vaginal Care
The Takeaway
Content: Pregnancy Care: Overview, Prenatal & Postnatal Care
Parenthood
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Care
Medically reviewed by Janine Kelbach, RNC-OB — Written by Robin Madell on December 14, 2015
Prenatal Care
Pregnancy
Postpartum Care
Takeaway
Overview
Pregnancy care consists of prenatal (before birth) and postpartum (after birth) healthcare for expectant mothers. It involves treatments and trainings to ensure a healthy prepregnancy, pregnancy, and labor and delivery for mom and baby. Prenatal Care
Prenatal care helps decrease risks during pregnancy and increases the chance of a safe and healthy delivery. Regular prenatal visits can help your doctor monitor your pregnancy and identify any problems or complications before they become serious. Babies born to mothers who lack prenatal care have triple the chance of being born at a low birth weight. Newborns with low birth weight are five times more likely to die than those whose mothers received prenatal care. Prenatal care ideally starts at least three months before you begin trying to conceive. Some healthy habits to follow during this period include: quitting smoking and drinking alcohol
taking folic acid supplements daily (400 to 800 micrograms)
talking to your doctor about your medical conditions, dietary supplements, and any over-the-counter or prescription drugs that you take
avoiding all contact with toxic substances and chemicals at home or work that could be harmful
During Pregnancy
Once you become pregnant, you’ll need to schedule regular healthcare appointments throughout each stage of your pregnancy.
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Title: Pregnancy Care: Overview, Prenatal & Postnatal Care
Headings: Pregnancy Care
Pregnancy Care
Overview
Prenatal Care
During Pregnancy
Postpartum Care
Getting Enough Rest
Eating Right
Vaginal Care
The Takeaway
Content: Babies born to mothers who lack prenatal care have triple the chance of being born at a low birth weight. Newborns with low birth weight are five times more likely to die than those whose mothers received prenatal care. Prenatal care ideally starts at least three months before you begin trying to conceive. Some healthy habits to follow during this period include: quitting smoking and drinking alcohol
taking folic acid supplements daily (400 to 800 micrograms)
talking to your doctor about your medical conditions, dietary supplements, and any over-the-counter or prescription drugs that you take
avoiding all contact with toxic substances and chemicals at home or work that could be harmful
During Pregnancy
Once you become pregnant, you’ll need to schedule regular healthcare appointments throughout each stage of your pregnancy. A schedule of visits may involve seeing your doctor: every month in the first six months you are pregnant
every two weeks in the seventh and eighth months you are pregnant
every week during your ninth month of pregnancy
During these visits, your doctor will check your health and the health of your baby. Visits may include: taking routine tests and screenings, such as a blood test to check for anemia, HIV, and your blood type
monitoring your blood pressure
measuring your weight gain
monitoring the baby’s growth and heart rate
talking about special diet and exercise
Later visits may also include checking the baby’s position and noting changes in your body as you prepare for birth. Your doctor may also offer special classes at different stages of your pregnancy.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy-care
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_669035939#2_1390985005
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Title: Pregnancy Care: Overview, Prenatal & Postnatal Care
Headings: Pregnancy Care
Pregnancy Care
Overview
Prenatal Care
During Pregnancy
Postpartum Care
Getting Enough Rest
Eating Right
Vaginal Care
The Takeaway
Content: A schedule of visits may involve seeing your doctor: every month in the first six months you are pregnant
every two weeks in the seventh and eighth months you are pregnant
every week during your ninth month of pregnancy
During these visits, your doctor will check your health and the health of your baby. Visits may include: taking routine tests and screenings, such as a blood test to check for anemia, HIV, and your blood type
monitoring your blood pressure
measuring your weight gain
monitoring the baby’s growth and heart rate
talking about special diet and exercise
Later visits may also include checking the baby’s position and noting changes in your body as you prepare for birth. Your doctor may also offer special classes at different stages of your pregnancy. These classes will: discuss what to expect when you are pregnant
prepare you for the birth
teach you basic skills for caring for your baby
If your pregnancy is considered high risk because of your age or health conditions, you may require more frequent visits and special care. You may also need to see a doctor who works with high-risk pregnancies. Postpartum Care
While most attention to pregnancy care focuses on the nine months of pregnancy, postpartum care is important, too. The postpartum period lasts six to eight weeks, beginning right after the baby is born.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy-care
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Title: 8 DPO Symptoms: Early Pregnancy
Headings: 8 DPO: The Early Pregnancy Symptoms
8 DPO: The Early Pregnancy Symptoms
8 days past ovulation?
1. Implantation bleeding
2. Dizziness and headaches
3. Tender, swollen breasts
4. Constipation or gas
5. Morning sickness
6. Increased urination
7. Unusual tastes, smells, and cravings
8. Fatigue
So what are the next steps?
Pregnancy Symptoms: 10 Early Signs That You May Be Pregnant
Content: You can retest at home after your first missed period for a more accurate result. Or, schedule a urine or blood test with your doctor to confirm the pregnancy. Shop for home pregnancy tests. How soon can a home pregnancy test positively detect a pregnancy? Home pregnancy tests measure the level of a hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in the urine. Urine usually has less measurable hormones than blood, so urine tests may not be as accurate early in the pregnancy. Several factors can impact the accuracy of the home urine pregnancy test. The type of test or brand, error in interpreting the results, female cycle length, and interference from another diagnosis or treatment are a few examples. The best time to take a home pregnancy test is at the time of a missed menstrual cycle. However, even on the first day after a missed period, more than a third of pregnant women will have a negative home pregnancy test result.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/8-dpo-symptoms
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_669354763#17_1391881418
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Title: 8 DPO Symptoms: Early Pregnancy
Headings: 8 DPO: The Early Pregnancy Symptoms
8 DPO: The Early Pregnancy Symptoms
8 days past ovulation?
1. Implantation bleeding
2. Dizziness and headaches
3. Tender, swollen breasts
4. Constipation or gas
5. Morning sickness
6. Increased urination
7. Unusual tastes, smells, and cravings
8. Fatigue
So what are the next steps?
Pregnancy Symptoms: 10 Early Signs That You May Be Pregnant
Content: Urine usually has less measurable hormones than blood, so urine tests may not be as accurate early in the pregnancy. Several factors can impact the accuracy of the home urine pregnancy test. The type of test or brand, error in interpreting the results, female cycle length, and interference from another diagnosis or treatment are a few examples. The best time to take a home pregnancy test is at the time of a missed menstrual cycle. However, even on the first day after a missed period, more than a third of pregnant women will have a negative home pregnancy test result. Answers represent the opinions of our medical experts. All content is strictly informational and should not be considered medical advice. Pregnancy Symptoms: 10 Early Signs That You May Be Pregnant
Last medically reviewed on August 22, 2016
Parenthood
Pregnancy
Getting Pregnant
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/8-dpo-symptoms
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_669990389#1_1393677517
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Title: Can I Take a Pregnancy Test at Night?
Headings: Can I Take a Pregnancy Test at Night?
Can I Take a Pregnancy Test at Night?
Can I take a pregnancy test at night?
What should I do if I take a pregnancy test at night and it’s negative?
What should I do if I take a pregnancy test at night and it’s positive?
When is the best time to take a pregnancy test?
Takeaway
Content: If you already have a pregnancy test at your home (or can get one even in the late evening hours), you may be wondering if you should just go ahead and take the pregnancy test now. You may have heard that it’s best to take a pregnancy test in the morning, but is that even true? Well, wonder no longer, because we’ve got all the answers you’re seeking about the best times to take an at-home pregnancy test and what to know if you get a positive or negative result. Can I take a pregnancy test at night? In short, yes. You can take a pregnancy test at night. However, the question of whether you should in order to get an accurate result is a little less clear. Home pregnancy tests that rely on your urine are designed to respond to certain levels of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). The placenta produces this hormone, and during the first 8 to 10 weeks of your pregnancy, hCG levels rise rapidly. By the tenth day from ovulation (approximately the first day of your missed period), there should typically be enough hCG in your urine for an at-home pregnancy test to detect it.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/can-i-take-a-pregnancy-test-at-night
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_669990389#2_1393679211
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Title: Can I Take a Pregnancy Test at Night?
Headings: Can I Take a Pregnancy Test at Night?
Can I Take a Pregnancy Test at Night?
Can I take a pregnancy test at night?
What should I do if I take a pregnancy test at night and it’s negative?
What should I do if I take a pregnancy test at night and it’s positive?
When is the best time to take a pregnancy test?
Takeaway
Content: You can take a pregnancy test at night. However, the question of whether you should in order to get an accurate result is a little less clear. Home pregnancy tests that rely on your urine are designed to respond to certain levels of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). The placenta produces this hormone, and during the first 8 to 10 weeks of your pregnancy, hCG levels rise rapidly. By the tenth day from ovulation (approximately the first day of your missed period), there should typically be enough hCG in your urine for an at-home pregnancy test to detect it. Some of the more expensive home pregnancy tests advertise that they can detect hCG levels earlier, because who doesn’t want their results sooner? However, there’s research
Trusted Source
to indicate that claims about how early some tests can detect a pregnancy aren’t always accurate. One of the benefits of choosing to take a pregnancy test in the morning instead of at night is that your urine is likely to be more concentrated. You probably haven’t been drinking or peeing as much overnight since you’ve been sleeping. In the early days of your pregnancy, when hCG levels are still increasing, your first morning urine will offer you the greatest chance of having sufficient hCG levels built up for a positive pregnancy test.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/can-i-take-a-pregnancy-test-at-night
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_669990389#8_1393689116
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Title: Can I Take a Pregnancy Test at Night?
Headings: Can I Take a Pregnancy Test at Night?
Can I Take a Pregnancy Test at Night?
Can I take a pregnancy test at night?
What should I do if I take a pregnancy test at night and it’s negative?
What should I do if I take a pregnancy test at night and it’s positive?
When is the best time to take a pregnancy test?
Takeaway
Content: chemical pregnancies
ectopic pregnancies
recent pregnancy loss
menopause
certain ovarian conditions, like ovarian cysts
However, these tend to be rare, and anytime you have a positive pregnancy test, you’ll want to reach out to your doctor for follow-up and care. When is the best time to take a pregnancy test? Timing is very important when it comes to getting an accurate pregnancy test result. There are many factors to think through before deciding it’s time to take a pregnancy test. If you want accurate results, you should ideally take into account the following before taking a test: Where you are in your menstrual cycle. A urine-based pregnancy test is going to provide the most accurate results about a week after your missed period. If your menstrual cycle is irregular, it’s ideal to wait about 2 weeks from the date of potential conception. This offers hCG levels sufficient time to rise high enough to register on the home pregnancy test. The time of the day.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/can-i-take-a-pregnancy-test-at-night
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_669990389#9_1393690708
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Title: Can I Take a Pregnancy Test at Night?
Headings: Can I Take a Pregnancy Test at Night?
Can I Take a Pregnancy Test at Night?
Can I take a pregnancy test at night?
What should I do if I take a pregnancy test at night and it’s negative?
What should I do if I take a pregnancy test at night and it’s positive?
When is the best time to take a pregnancy test?
Takeaway
Content: Where you are in your menstrual cycle. A urine-based pregnancy test is going to provide the most accurate results about a week after your missed period. If your menstrual cycle is irregular, it’s ideal to wait about 2 weeks from the date of potential conception. This offers hCG levels sufficient time to rise high enough to register on the home pregnancy test. The time of the day. Remember, morning tends to be the best time to take home pregnancy tests, because hCG levels in urine are concentrated after a night without much drinking and peeing. If you’re still very early in your pregnancy and hCG levels are only starting to rise, it may be wise not to test at night. Symptoms of pregnancy. If you’re feeling morning sickness, sore breasts, or other early pregnancy signs, you may want to think about the date of your last period and determine if there’s been enough time to get an accurate result. Unclear results on a prior test.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/can-i-take-a-pregnancy-test-at-night
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_672690711#2_1401423313
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Title: Eye and Ear Problems in Premature Babies: ROP and More
Headings: Eye and Ear Problems in Premature Babies
Eye and Ear Problems in Premature Babies
Which eye and ear problems can affect premature babies?
What are the risk factors for premature birth?
Risk factors that can’t be changed:
Risk factors related to pregnancy and reproductive health:
Risk factors related to general health:
Risk factors related to lifestyle:
Other risk factors:
What eye problems can be found in premature babies?
Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP)
Strabismus
Blindness
What ear problems can be found in premature babies?
Congenital hearing loss
Physical abnormalities
How are eye and ear problems diagnosed?
Vision tests
Hearing tests
How are vision and eye problems treated?
How are hearing and ear problems treated?
What’s the outlook for babies with eye and ear problems?
What resources are available for babies with eye and ear problems?
Content: The March of Dimes estimates that around 1 out of 10 babies in the United States are born prematurely each year. It’s not always known what causes premature labor and birth. However, certain risk factors can contribute to premature birth. Some of these risk factors are listed below. Risk factors that can’t be changed: Age. Women under 17 and over 35 are more likely to have premature births. Ethnicity. Babies of African descent are born prematurely more often than babies of other ethnicities. Risk factors related to pregnancy and reproductive health:
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/premature-baby-eyes-ears
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_672690711#3_1401425036
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Title: Eye and Ear Problems in Premature Babies: ROP and More
Headings: Eye and Ear Problems in Premature Babies
Eye and Ear Problems in Premature Babies
Which eye and ear problems can affect premature babies?
What are the risk factors for premature birth?
Risk factors that can’t be changed:
Risk factors related to pregnancy and reproductive health:
Risk factors related to general health:
Risk factors related to lifestyle:
Other risk factors:
What eye problems can be found in premature babies?
Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP)
Strabismus
Blindness
What ear problems can be found in premature babies?
Congenital hearing loss
Physical abnormalities
How are eye and ear problems diagnosed?
Vision tests
Hearing tests
How are vision and eye problems treated?
How are hearing and ear problems treated?
What’s the outlook for babies with eye and ear problems?
What resources are available for babies with eye and ear problems?
Content: Age. Women under 17 and over 35 are more likely to have premature births. Ethnicity. Babies of African descent are born prematurely more often than babies of other ethnicities. Risk factors related to pregnancy and reproductive health: a previous premature birth
a family history of premature births
being pregnant with multiple babies
becoming pregnant within 18 months of having your last baby
becoming pregnant after in vitro fertilization (IVF)
past or current issues with your uterus or cervix
Risk factors related to general health: having an eating disorder
being overweight or underweight
certain medical conditions, including diabetes, thrombophilia, high blood pressure, and preeclampsia
Risk factors related to lifestyle: stress or working long hours
smoking and secondhand smoke
drinking alcohol
drug use
Other risk factors: Domestic violence increases the risk of complications during pregnancy. If you don’t feel safe in your home or there’s danger of someone hitting or hurting you, seek help to protect yourself and your unborn baby.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/premature-baby-eyes-ears
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_672690711#4_1401427266
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Title: Eye and Ear Problems in Premature Babies: ROP and More
Headings: Eye and Ear Problems in Premature Babies
Eye and Ear Problems in Premature Babies
Which eye and ear problems can affect premature babies?
What are the risk factors for premature birth?
Risk factors that can’t be changed:
Risk factors related to pregnancy and reproductive health:
Risk factors related to general health:
Risk factors related to lifestyle:
Other risk factors:
What eye problems can be found in premature babies?
Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP)
Strabismus
Blindness
What ear problems can be found in premature babies?
Congenital hearing loss
Physical abnormalities
How are eye and ear problems diagnosed?
Vision tests
Hearing tests
How are vision and eye problems treated?
How are hearing and ear problems treated?
What’s the outlook for babies with eye and ear problems?
What resources are available for babies with eye and ear problems?
Content: a previous premature birth
a family history of premature births
being pregnant with multiple babies
becoming pregnant within 18 months of having your last baby
becoming pregnant after in vitro fertilization (IVF)
past or current issues with your uterus or cervix
Risk factors related to general health: having an eating disorder
being overweight or underweight
certain medical conditions, including diabetes, thrombophilia, high blood pressure, and preeclampsia
Risk factors related to lifestyle: stress or working long hours
smoking and secondhand smoke
drinking alcohol
drug use
Other risk factors: Domestic violence increases the risk of complications during pregnancy. If you don’t feel safe in your home or there’s danger of someone hitting or hurting you, seek help to protect yourself and your unborn baby. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 for help. What eye problems can be found in premature babies? The eyes develop the most during the last three months of pregnancy. This means that the earlier a baby is born, the more likely they are to experience eye problems. Many eye issues stem from an abnormal development of blood vessels, which can lead to vision impairment.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/premature-baby-eyes-ears
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_673327364#2_1403271436
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Title: Pregnancy Tests: Types and Results
Headings: Tests Used to Confirm Pregnancy
Tests Used to Confirm Pregnancy
Pregnancy tests
Home pregnancy tests
Clinical urine test
Blood test
Early symptoms of pregnancy
What’s next if the results are positive
Read more: Unplanned pregnancy »
False positive
What’s next if the results are negative
Learn more: Ovulation: When am I most fertile? »
False negative
Takeaway
Content: However, it’s best to wait at least a week after your missed period to be sure that you get the most accurate test results. Home pregnancy tests
A home pregnancy test (HPT) can be used on the first day of your missed period. Some very sensitive tests can be used even earlier. These tests work by detecting the hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in your urine. This hormone is only found in the body during pregnancy. A chemical in the stick changes color when it comes into contact with this hormone. Waiting times will vary depending on the test, but most take about 10 minutes to deliver an accurate reading. Most manufacturers recommend that HPTs be taken twice, since results may vary if you take a test too soon after your first missed period. In some cases, your hCG levels are too low to catch early on. Applicators vary from brand to brand, but the tests are generally inexpensive.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/tests
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_673973882#12_1405158217
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Title: Pregnant and Period: Is It Possible?
Headings: Can You Get Your Period and Still Be Pregnant?
Can You Get Your Period and Still Be Pregnant?
Intro
Period vs. pregnancy
Causes of bleeding during the first trimester
Implantation bleeding
Other causes
Causes of bleeding during second and third trimesters
Preterm labor
Placenta previa
Placental abruption
Uterine rupture
Bottom line
Q:
A:
Pregnancy Symptoms: 10 Early Signs That You May Be Pregnant
Content: As a rule of thumb, if you’re bleeding at any stage of pregnancy, call your doctor right away. Q: What’s the earliest you can test and get a positive pregnancy result? Anonymous patient
A: Home pregnancy tests measure a level of a hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in the urine. Urine usually has less measurable hormones than blood, so urine tests may not be as accurate early in the pregnancy. Several factors can affect the accuracy of the home urine pregnancy test: the type of test or brand, error in interpreting the results, female cycle length, and interference from another diagnosis or treatment are a few examples. The best time to take a home pregnancy test is at the time of a missed menstrual cycle. However, even on the first day after a missed period, more than a third of pregnant women will have a negative home pregnancy test result.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnant/period-and-pregnant
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_673973882#13_1405159760
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Title: Pregnant and Period: Is It Possible?
Headings: Can You Get Your Period and Still Be Pregnant?
Can You Get Your Period and Still Be Pregnant?
Intro
Period vs. pregnancy
Causes of bleeding during the first trimester
Implantation bleeding
Other causes
Causes of bleeding during second and third trimesters
Preterm labor
Placenta previa
Placental abruption
Uterine rupture
Bottom line
Q:
A:
Pregnancy Symptoms: 10 Early Signs That You May Be Pregnant
Content: Urine usually has less measurable hormones than blood, so urine tests may not be as accurate early in the pregnancy. Several factors can affect the accuracy of the home urine pregnancy test: the type of test or brand, error in interpreting the results, female cycle length, and interference from another diagnosis or treatment are a few examples. The best time to take a home pregnancy test is at the time of a missed menstrual cycle. However, even on the first day after a missed period, more than a third of pregnant women will have a negative home pregnancy test result. Some women report having positive results before the date of their expected menstrual cycle, though this isn’t common. Kimberly Dishman, MSN, WHNP-BC, RNC-OB Answers represent the opinions of our medical experts. All content is strictly informational and should not be considered medical advice. Pregnancy Symptoms: 10 Early Signs That You May Be Pregnant
Last medically reviewed on March 12, 2019
Parenthood
Pregnancy
Getting Pregnant
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https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnant/period-and-pregnant
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_674614869#6_1406968898
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Title: Prostate Cancer and Milk: Is There a Connection?
Headings: Does Consuming Milk Increase Your Risk for Prostate Cancer?
Does Consuming Milk Increase Your Risk for Prostate Cancer?
Overview
What does the research say?
Other dairy products
Does soymilk increase risk for prostate cancer?
What are other risk factors for prostate cancer?
Age
Race and ethnicity
Geography
Prostate cancer mortality rates around the world
Family history
Gene changes
Additional factors
What’s the outlook?
Are there ways to reduce risk for prostate cancer?
Content: Prostate cancer rates are lower in Asian and Hispanic men. Scientists don’t have a clear answer for these ethic and racial differences. Geography
The highest rates of prostate cancer are seen in North America, northwestern Europe, Australia, and the Caribbean. The disease is less common in Africa, Asia, and Central and South America. Although the reasons are unclear, the American Cancer Society theorizes the gap in rates may exist due to differences in lifestyle and diet, and more intensive cancer screening. Prostate cancer mortality rates around the world
Although incidence of prostate cancer is lower in Central and South America than in other areas, mortality rates are higher in those parts of the world than in other low-incidence countries. Family history
Though most men who have prostate cancer do not have a family history of the disease, there may be an inherited or genetic factor for why prostate cancer runs in some families. Having a close relative, like a brother or father, with prostate cancer increases your risk for also developing the disease. Gene changes
Prostate cancer can be caused by certain changes to DNA structure. These gene mutations can be hereditary or happen during a person’s lifetime.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/prostate-cancer/milk-prostate-cancer
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_677258521#4_1414417810
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Title: Does Marriage Counseling Work?
Headings: Understanding Couples Counseling: Does Marriage Counseling Really Work?
Understanding Couples Counseling: Does Marriage Counseling Really Work?
What is marriage counseling?
How effective is marriage or couples therapy?
How to know if marriage counseling might help
What to expect during marriage or couples counseling
How long does marriage counseling take?
How much does marriage/couples counseling cost?
What types of therapy may be used during marriage/couples counseling?
Gottman couple therapy
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT)
Bader-Pearson developmental model of couples therapy
Behavioral therapy
Discernment counseling
How does online marriage/couples counseling work?
Tips for choosing the right couples therapist for you
Where to find information about couples therapists near you
The bottom line
Content: building trust
communication skills
conflict resolution
anger management
problem-solving strategies
exploring relationship goals
defining relationship responsibilities
working through specific life changes and challenges
Couples counseling can also be done before marriage or if you’re separated. Other psychological issues may also need to be addressed. Depending on the situation, this might involve separate individual sessions. How effective is marriage or couples therapy? Nikki Young is a licensed marriage and family therapist and CEO of Catalyst Counseling Inc. in Modesto, California. Young told Healthline that when you combine a qualified professional, committed participants, new skills, a fresh perspective, and a safe environment to explore sensitive topics, over time you may be able to: create positive change in relational dynamics
rekindle passion and romance
heal trauma and wounds
equip for the future
Positive changes can occur when each partner is: invested in the treatment process
willing to put in effort outside the therapy office
able to take ownership of their own role in the problem
“It absolutely can be effective,” Young said. According to the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy ( AAMFT ), marriage therapy can be more effective than individual treatments for marital distress and conflict. How to know if marriage counseling might help
Young noted two important signs that counseling might work:
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https://www.healthline.com/health/relationships/does-marriage-counseling-work
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_677258521#5_1414420369
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Title: Does Marriage Counseling Work?
Headings: Understanding Couples Counseling: Does Marriage Counseling Really Work?
Understanding Couples Counseling: Does Marriage Counseling Really Work?
What is marriage counseling?
How effective is marriage or couples therapy?
How to know if marriage counseling might help
What to expect during marriage or couples counseling
How long does marriage counseling take?
How much does marriage/couples counseling cost?
What types of therapy may be used during marriage/couples counseling?
Gottman couple therapy
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT)
Bader-Pearson developmental model of couples therapy
Behavioral therapy
Discernment counseling
How does online marriage/couples counseling work?
Tips for choosing the right couples therapist for you
Where to find information about couples therapists near you
The bottom line
Content: Young told Healthline that when you combine a qualified professional, committed participants, new skills, a fresh perspective, and a safe environment to explore sensitive topics, over time you may be able to: create positive change in relational dynamics
rekindle passion and romance
heal trauma and wounds
equip for the future
Positive changes can occur when each partner is: invested in the treatment process
willing to put in effort outside the therapy office
able to take ownership of their own role in the problem
“It absolutely can be effective,” Young said. According to the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy ( AAMFT ), marriage therapy can be more effective than individual treatments for marital distress and conflict. How to know if marriage counseling might help
Young noted two important signs that counseling might work: Both parties have a willingness to engage. Both are committed to the therapy process. Engagement in the therapy process works better when the couple has a good connection with their therapist, Young advised. Signs that it might not work include: When a member of the relationship is having an ongoing affair.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/relationships/does-marriage-counseling-work
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_677547732#7_1415218617
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Title: Repressed Emotions: Finding and Releasing Them
Headings: Let It Out: Dealing With Repressed Emotions
Let It Out: Dealing With Repressed Emotions
Why does it happen?
What kinds of emotions get repressed?
Can it really lead to physical symptoms?
How do I know if I have repressed emotions?
Recognizing emotional repression in your feelings
Recognizing emotional repression in your behavior
Is it possible to release them?
Things you can try right now
Online therapy options
The bottom line
Content: “Hold on,” you might think. “ My emotions don’t make me sick… do they?” They actually can, in a way. There’s no evidence to suggest emotions directly cause illness, of course. Sadness can’t give you the flu, and anger doesn’t cause cancer. But research has linked emotional repression to decreased immune system function. If your immune system doesn’t work properly, you might get sick more frequently and recover slowly. Repressed emotions can also factor into mental health conditions, such as stress, anxiety, and depression. These issues often cause physical symptoms, including: muscle tension and pain
nausea and digestive problems
appetite changes
fatigue and sleep problems
Childhood trauma, one possible cause of repressed emotions, may also play a part in chronic illness.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/repressed-emotions
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_679934232#17_1421977978
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Title: How to Make a Self-Care Checklist
Headings: How to Make a Self-Care Checklist That Actually Works for You
How to Make a Self-Care Checklist That Actually Works for You
First, a few things to ask yourself throughout the process
Do I see myself using this approach?
Do finances factor in?
Am I trying to do too much?
Do I have the time?
What’s worked in the past?
Start by taking stock of your physical needs
Sleep
Healthcare
Nutrition
Exercise
Physical intimacy
Then, move on to your mental needs
Stress reduction
Boundaries
Cognitive abilities
Therapy
Personal growth
Take breaks
Don’t forget emotional needs
Mindful awareness
Companionship
Affection
Personal time
Putting it all together
The bottom line
Content: Boosting cognitive skills might involve: learning something new
reading
playing brain games to improve concentration
Therapy
For many people, counseling makes up an important part of self-care. Working through any mental health symptoms with a professional can help you see significant improvement, which can have positive benefits for emotional and physical health. Professional support can help even when you don’t have specific symptoms. Everyone faces challenges, and letting them build up can lead to burnout and stress. If you feel overwhelmed for any reason, therapy provides a space to explore coping strategies and talk through anything on your mind. Worried about the cost? Here are five budget-friendly options. Personal growth
Taking time to expand and develop as a person is another way to care for yourself. This can lead to a more authentic, meaningful life, strengthen your sense of self, and improve your relationships.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/self-care-checklist
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_681226908#16_1425649704
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Title: Going To Bed Hungry: Is It OK?
Headings: Should You Go to Bed Hungry?
Should You Go to Bed Hungry?
Is it OK to go to bed hungry?
Following a healthy meal schedule
Cutting back calories
Not getting enough sleep
Undernutrition or malnutrition
Are there side effects from going to bed hungry?
What should I eat before bed?
Foods with tryptophan
Whole grains
What to avoid
How can I prevent feeling hungry before bedtime?
How can I get better access to food?
The takeaway
Content: This means that millions go to bed hungry, but not by choice. Though going to bed hungry can help with sleep and weight loss, lack of access to food can actually increase your risk of obesity, asthma, and other health problems. Here’s what you can do if you go to bed hungry because of malnutrition or lack of food access: Find a local food bank
Sign up for supplemental nutrition assistance programs (SNAP) through the U.S. government
Sign up for state and federal unemployment benefits if you’ve lost your job
Consider moving to an area with greater access to grocery stores and farmer’s markets, if this is affordable for you
The takeaway
Going to bed hungry can be safe as long as you’re eating a well-balanced diet throughout the day. Avoiding late-night snacks or meals can actually help avoid weight gain and an increased BMI. If you’re so hungry that you can’t go to bed, you can eat foods that are easy to digest and promote sleep. Stay away from large meals and spicy, sweet, or greasy foods before bedtime. Hunger at bedtime associated with malnutrition or overtiredness is problematic and should be addressed. Last medically reviewed on September 24, 2020
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https://www.healthline.com/health/should-you-go-to-bed-hungry
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_683700689#1_1432958377
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Title: Smashed Finger: Treatment, Recovery, Seeking Help, and More
Headings: Treatment and Recovery for a Smashed Finger
Treatment and Recovery for a Smashed Finger
Overview and symptoms
Immediate relief
Rest
Ice
Elevate
Use over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications
Clean and cover open wounds
Make sure you can move your finger
Use pain-relieving creams and herbal remedies
Long-term treatment and recovery
Treating a bruised fingernail
What to avoid
When to seek help
The takeaway
Content: Any trauma or injury to your finger can lead to: severe finger pain, especially aching and throbbing pain
inflammation (pain, redness, and swelling)
difficulty using the finger tip
loss of sensation in the finger tip
bruising and color change of the skin and fingernail
stiffness in your finger
The fingernail on the smashed finger may also fall off within a week or two of the injury. Read on to learn more about treating a smashed finger, and when you need to seek help. Immediate relief
The best way to get immediate relief from a smashed finger is to treat inflammation. Inflammation is the primary cause of pain, swelling, and redness. Common tips for treating a smashed finger include: Rest
Once you’ve hurt yourself, stop whatever you’re doing to prevent further injury. As painful as it may be, try to calmly assess the damage and whether you’ll need medical attention. Ice
Very gently apply an ice pack or compress wrapped in a hand towel or cloth to the injured finger for 10-minute intervals with 20-minute breaks, several times daily. Never expose the skin directly to ice, or for longer than 10 to 15 minutes at a time, to avoid the risk of frostbite or further inflammation.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/smashed-finger
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_683700689#2_1432960265
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Title: Smashed Finger: Treatment, Recovery, Seeking Help, and More
Headings: Treatment and Recovery for a Smashed Finger
Treatment and Recovery for a Smashed Finger
Overview and symptoms
Immediate relief
Rest
Ice
Elevate
Use over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications
Clean and cover open wounds
Make sure you can move your finger
Use pain-relieving creams and herbal remedies
Long-term treatment and recovery
Treating a bruised fingernail
What to avoid
When to seek help
The takeaway
Content: Common tips for treating a smashed finger include: Rest
Once you’ve hurt yourself, stop whatever you’re doing to prevent further injury. As painful as it may be, try to calmly assess the damage and whether you’ll need medical attention. Ice
Very gently apply an ice pack or compress wrapped in a hand towel or cloth to the injured finger for 10-minute intervals with 20-minute breaks, several times daily. Never expose the skin directly to ice, or for longer than 10 to 15 minutes at a time, to avoid the risk of frostbite or further inflammation. To avoid putting weight on the injury, rest the finger on top of a covered ice compress or pack. Elevate
Elevating the injured finger above the level of your heart slows the flood of blood to the site, limiting inflammation and pressure. This is extremely important and needs to be done continuously, not just intermittently. Use over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications
OTC anti-inflammatory and pain medications like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), acetaminophen (Tylenol), and aspirin can help reduce inflammation and associated pain. Clean and cover open wounds
If the nail or skin is broken, gently clean the area using soap and water, or an antibacterial rinse.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/smashed-finger
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_683700689#3_1432962171
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Title: Smashed Finger: Treatment, Recovery, Seeking Help, and More
Headings: Treatment and Recovery for a Smashed Finger
Treatment and Recovery for a Smashed Finger
Overview and symptoms
Immediate relief
Rest
Ice
Elevate
Use over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications
Clean and cover open wounds
Make sure you can move your finger
Use pain-relieving creams and herbal remedies
Long-term treatment and recovery
Treating a bruised fingernail
What to avoid
When to seek help
The takeaway
Content: To avoid putting weight on the injury, rest the finger on top of a covered ice compress or pack. Elevate
Elevating the injured finger above the level of your heart slows the flood of blood to the site, limiting inflammation and pressure. This is extremely important and needs to be done continuously, not just intermittently. Use over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications
OTC anti-inflammatory and pain medications like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), acetaminophen (Tylenol), and aspirin can help reduce inflammation and associated pain. Clean and cover open wounds
If the nail or skin is broken, gently clean the area using soap and water, or an antibacterial rinse. Then, cover the wound with sterile gauze or bandages. OTC antibiotic ointments or creams can also be applied to the wounds after cleaning sessions to help prevent infection. Wounds should be cleaned and new dressings applied at least twice daily. Make sure you can move your finger
Never wrap, splint, or brace an injured finger at home. It’s also important to try to keep gently moving the finger as much as possible without increasing your pain.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/smashed-finger
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_683700689#5_1432965632
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Title: Smashed Finger: Treatment, Recovery, Seeking Help, and More
Headings: Treatment and Recovery for a Smashed Finger
Treatment and Recovery for a Smashed Finger
Overview and symptoms
Immediate relief
Rest
Ice
Elevate
Use over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications
Clean and cover open wounds
Make sure you can move your finger
Use pain-relieving creams and herbal remedies
Long-term treatment and recovery
Treating a bruised fingernail
What to avoid
When to seek help
The takeaway
Content: If you can’t move your finger, seek medical attention. Use pain-relieving creams and herbal remedies
Pain-relieving medicated creams and herbal formulas can help reduce inflammation and pain. Arnica may help reduce inflammation and improve the healing time of bruises. Long-term treatment and recovery
During the first 48 hours after the injury occurs, resting, icing, elevating, and taking OTC pain medications are the recommended course of treatment. Your pain should start to greatly improve after a day or two of basic care. A painful bruise may develop at the injury site after the initial swelling goes down. Depending on the location of the injury and its severity, the bruise may cause throbbing, aching, or numbness. Once the initial pain and swelling improve, you should increasingly try to stretch and move the injured finger. Avoid any movements or actions that cause your pain to increase significantly. Gently massaging the injury site and the surrounding area can help improve recovery time by encouraging blood flow to the site.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/smashed-finger
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_684868183#2_1436368533
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Title: Sprained Wrist Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatments, Recovery
Headings: Everything You Need to Know About Treating a Sprained Wrist
Everything You Need to Know About Treating a Sprained Wrist
What is a sprained wrist?
Sprained wrist symptoms
What does a sprained wrist feel like?
What does a sprained wrist look like?
Wrist sprain causes
How to wrap a sprained wrist
Types of wrist sprain
Grade 1 sprained wrist (mild)
Grade 2 sprained wrist (moderate)
Grade 3 sprained wrist (severe)
Do I have a broken or sprained wrist?
Wrist sprain vs. strain
When to see a doctor
Diagnosing a wrist sprain
Sprained wrist treatment
Home remedies for a sprained wrist
Wrist sprain exercises
Palm up and down
Finger range of motion
Fist exercise
Wrist up and down
Wrist lifts
Medical treatments
How long does a sprained wrist take to heal?
Preventing wrist sprains
Takeaway
Content: What does a sprained wrist feel like? A sprained wrist is very painful, especially when you move it. It might also: feel tender
feel warm
make popping or tearing sounds
be difficult to move
feel weak
What does a sprained wrist look like? A mildly sprained wrist might be slightly swollen. In more serious sprains, the swelling can be severe. You may have bruising. Wrist sprain causes
Usually, a wrist pain is caused by physical trauma to the wrist. This typically happens when you fall onto an outstretched hand, an injury known as FOOSH. You can sprain your wrist if it:
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sprained-wrist
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_684868183#21_1436400936
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Title: Sprained Wrist Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatments, Recovery
Headings: Everything You Need to Know About Treating a Sprained Wrist
Everything You Need to Know About Treating a Sprained Wrist
What is a sprained wrist?
Sprained wrist symptoms
What does a sprained wrist feel like?
What does a sprained wrist look like?
Wrist sprain causes
How to wrap a sprained wrist
Types of wrist sprain
Grade 1 sprained wrist (mild)
Grade 2 sprained wrist (moderate)
Grade 3 sprained wrist (severe)
Do I have a broken or sprained wrist?
Wrist sprain vs. strain
When to see a doctor
Diagnosing a wrist sprain
Sprained wrist treatment
Home remedies for a sprained wrist
Wrist sprain exercises
Palm up and down
Finger range of motion
Fist exercise
Wrist up and down
Wrist lifts
Medical treatments
How long does a sprained wrist take to heal?
Preventing wrist sprains
Takeaway
Content: Gently bend your wrist, moving the weight toward the ceiling. Return to starting position and repeat 10 to 20 times. You can also do this exercise with your palm facing down. Medical treatments
For a mild sprain, you can take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to help the pain. These pain relievers are available over the counter. You might need a splint or brace if you have a moderate sprain. This will immobilize your wrist as it heals. Most wrist sprains get better with immobilization and rest. Typically, surgery is only needed for severe injuries. Common surgeries used for wrist sprains include:
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sprained-wrist
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_684868183#22_1436402629
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Title: Sprained Wrist Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatments, Recovery
Headings: Everything You Need to Know About Treating a Sprained Wrist
Everything You Need to Know About Treating a Sprained Wrist
What is a sprained wrist?
Sprained wrist symptoms
What does a sprained wrist feel like?
What does a sprained wrist look like?
Wrist sprain causes
How to wrap a sprained wrist
Types of wrist sprain
Grade 1 sprained wrist (mild)
Grade 2 sprained wrist (moderate)
Grade 3 sprained wrist (severe)
Do I have a broken or sprained wrist?
Wrist sprain vs. strain
When to see a doctor
Diagnosing a wrist sprain
Sprained wrist treatment
Home remedies for a sprained wrist
Wrist sprain exercises
Palm up and down
Finger range of motion
Fist exercise
Wrist up and down
Wrist lifts
Medical treatments
How long does a sprained wrist take to heal?
Preventing wrist sprains
Takeaway
Content: You might need a splint or brace if you have a moderate sprain. This will immobilize your wrist as it heals. Most wrist sprains get better with immobilization and rest. Typically, surgery is only needed for severe injuries. Common surgeries used for wrist sprains include: surgical fixation
debridement
arthroscopic surgery
How long does a sprained wrist take to heal? A mild wrist sprain will start feeling better 24 to 48 hours after you start treatment. It will fully heal in 1 or 2 weeks. If you have a moderate or severe injury, recovery might last 6 to 8 weeks. You’ll need to wear splint for most of this time.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sprained-wrist
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_684868183#23_1436404331
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Title: Sprained Wrist Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatments, Recovery
Headings: Everything You Need to Know About Treating a Sprained Wrist
Everything You Need to Know About Treating a Sprained Wrist
What is a sprained wrist?
Sprained wrist symptoms
What does a sprained wrist feel like?
What does a sprained wrist look like?
Wrist sprain causes
How to wrap a sprained wrist
Types of wrist sprain
Grade 1 sprained wrist (mild)
Grade 2 sprained wrist (moderate)
Grade 3 sprained wrist (severe)
Do I have a broken or sprained wrist?
Wrist sprain vs. strain
When to see a doctor
Diagnosing a wrist sprain
Sprained wrist treatment
Home remedies for a sprained wrist
Wrist sprain exercises
Palm up and down
Finger range of motion
Fist exercise
Wrist up and down
Wrist lifts
Medical treatments
How long does a sprained wrist take to heal?
Preventing wrist sprains
Takeaway
Content: surgical fixation
debridement
arthroscopic surgery
How long does a sprained wrist take to heal? A mild wrist sprain will start feeling better 24 to 48 hours after you start treatment. It will fully heal in 1 or 2 weeks. If you have a moderate or severe injury, recovery might last 6 to 8 weeks. You’ll need to wear splint for most of this time. In a severe sprain, your ligament will heal in 8 to 12 weeks. A full recovery may take 6 to 12 months, especially if you need surgery. Preventing wrist sprains
It’s not always possible to avoid accidents, but you can reduce your risk of slips and falls. Follow these tips to prevent wrist sprains: Use caution when walking in rain or icy weather.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sprained-wrist
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_684868183#24_1436406113
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Title: Sprained Wrist Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatments, Recovery
Headings: Everything You Need to Know About Treating a Sprained Wrist
Everything You Need to Know About Treating a Sprained Wrist
What is a sprained wrist?
Sprained wrist symptoms
What does a sprained wrist feel like?
What does a sprained wrist look like?
Wrist sprain causes
How to wrap a sprained wrist
Types of wrist sprain
Grade 1 sprained wrist (mild)
Grade 2 sprained wrist (moderate)
Grade 3 sprained wrist (severe)
Do I have a broken or sprained wrist?
Wrist sprain vs. strain
When to see a doctor
Diagnosing a wrist sprain
Sprained wrist treatment
Home remedies for a sprained wrist
Wrist sprain exercises
Palm up and down
Finger range of motion
Fist exercise
Wrist up and down
Wrist lifts
Medical treatments
How long does a sprained wrist take to heal?
Preventing wrist sprains
Takeaway
Content: In a severe sprain, your ligament will heal in 8 to 12 weeks. A full recovery may take 6 to 12 months, especially if you need surgery. Preventing wrist sprains
It’s not always possible to avoid accidents, but you can reduce your risk of slips and falls. Follow these tips to prevent wrist sprains: Use caution when walking in rain or icy weather. Wear wrist guards during activities like basketball, skiing, and skateboarding. If you fall, the wrist guard will stop your wrist from extreme motions. Wear shoes that properly fit to minimize the risk of falls. Lift heavy objects with both hands to reduce the pressure on each wrist. Takeaway
In most cases, a sprained wrist can be treated with rest, ice, and over-the-counter pain relievers.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sprained-wrist
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_684868183#25_1436407937
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Title: Sprained Wrist Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatments, Recovery
Headings: Everything You Need to Know About Treating a Sprained Wrist
Everything You Need to Know About Treating a Sprained Wrist
What is a sprained wrist?
Sprained wrist symptoms
What does a sprained wrist feel like?
What does a sprained wrist look like?
Wrist sprain causes
How to wrap a sprained wrist
Types of wrist sprain
Grade 1 sprained wrist (mild)
Grade 2 sprained wrist (moderate)
Grade 3 sprained wrist (severe)
Do I have a broken or sprained wrist?
Wrist sprain vs. strain
When to see a doctor
Diagnosing a wrist sprain
Sprained wrist treatment
Home remedies for a sprained wrist
Wrist sprain exercises
Palm up and down
Finger range of motion
Fist exercise
Wrist up and down
Wrist lifts
Medical treatments
How long does a sprained wrist take to heal?
Preventing wrist sprains
Takeaway
Content: Wear wrist guards during activities like basketball, skiing, and skateboarding. If you fall, the wrist guard will stop your wrist from extreme motions. Wear shoes that properly fit to minimize the risk of falls. Lift heavy objects with both hands to reduce the pressure on each wrist. Takeaway
In most cases, a sprained wrist can be treated with rest, ice, and over-the-counter pain relievers. A compression bandage can also help control swelling. Mild sprains heal in 2 weeks, while moderate sprains can take 6 to 8 weeks. Surgery is only needed if your sprain is severe or doesn’t heal. In this case, recovery can last 6 to 12 months, depending on your injury. Last medically reviewed on November 25, 2020
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sprained-wrist
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_686314350#0_1440400953
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Title: Sulfa Allergy: Drug List, Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
Overview
Sulfa vs. sulfite allergy
What are the symptoms?
Are there any complications?
Anaphylaxis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
What types of drugs cause this allergy?
Are sulfas found in foods?
What are the treatment options?
How to prevent a sulfa allergic reaction
The takeaway
Content: Sulfa Allergy: Drug List, Symptoms, Treatment, and More
What Is a Sulfa Allergy? Medically reviewed by Elaine K. Luo, M.D. — Written by Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D. — Updated on September 29, 2018
Symptoms
Complications
Causes
Treatment
Prevention
Takeaway
Overview
A sulfa allergy is when you have an allergic reaction to drugs that contain sulfa. About 3 percent
Trusted Source
of people prescribed sulfa antibiotics will have an adverse reaction to them, according to one review. However, it’s estimated that of those who have an adverse reaction, only 3 percent
Trusted Source
are true allergic reactions. That means that number of people who experience an allergic reaction to sulfa is extremely low. Sulfa vs. sulfite allergy
Sulfa allergies and sulfite allergies aren’t the same thing. Sulfites occur naturally, or are used as a preservative agent in some foods and drinks. Sulfa medications and sulfites found in food and drink aren’t related to each other. The similarity between their names can cause some confusion.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sulfa-allergy
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_686314350#4_1440407040
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Title: Sulfa Allergy: Drug List, Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
Overview
Sulfa vs. sulfite allergy
What are the symptoms?
Are there any complications?
Anaphylaxis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
What types of drugs cause this allergy?
Are sulfas found in foods?
What are the treatment options?
How to prevent a sulfa allergic reaction
The takeaway
Content: an itchy red rash that includes hives or welts
swelling in the throat or possibly other areas of the body
wheezing, coughing, or difficulty breathing
tightness of the chest
difficulty swallowing
vomiting
diarrhea
cramping of the stomach
pale or red color of the face or body
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a rarer complication of sulfa allergy. This condition consists of painful and blistered lesions on the skin and mucus membranes, including the: mouth
throat
eyes
genital region
Stevens-Johnson syndrome is more common in men than women. Some people also have a genetic predisposition for the condition. Symptoms of Stevens-Johnson syndrome include: abnormal skin blistering
reddening of the skin
fatigue
diarrhea
nausea and vomiting
fever
What types of drugs cause this allergy? Sulfa is found in a variety of medications, including antibiotics and nonantibiotic drugs. An allergic reaction is more likely to occur from exposure to sulfa-containing antibiotics. Sulfa-containing drugs include: sulfonamide antibiotics, including sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim (Bactrim, Septra) and erythromycin-sulfisoxazole (Eryzole, Pediazole)
some diabetes medications, such as glyburide (Diabeta, Glynase PresTabs)
the drug sulfasalazine (Azulfidine), used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis
the drug dapsone, used to treat dermatitis and some types of pneumonia
the drug sumatriptan (Imitrex), used to treat migraines
some anti-inflammatory drugs, such as celecoxib (Celebrex)
some diuretics, such as hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide) and furosemide (Lasix)
Are sulfas found in foods?
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sulfa-allergy
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_686314350#5_1440409307
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Title: Sulfa Allergy: Drug List, Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
Overview
Sulfa vs. sulfite allergy
What are the symptoms?
Are there any complications?
Anaphylaxis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
What types of drugs cause this allergy?
Are sulfas found in foods?
What are the treatment options?
How to prevent a sulfa allergic reaction
The takeaway
Content: abnormal skin blistering
reddening of the skin
fatigue
diarrhea
nausea and vomiting
fever
What types of drugs cause this allergy? Sulfa is found in a variety of medications, including antibiotics and nonantibiotic drugs. An allergic reaction is more likely to occur from exposure to sulfa-containing antibiotics. Sulfa-containing drugs include: sulfonamide antibiotics, including sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim (Bactrim, Septra) and erythromycin-sulfisoxazole (Eryzole, Pediazole)
some diabetes medications, such as glyburide (Diabeta, Glynase PresTabs)
the drug sulfasalazine (Azulfidine), used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis
the drug dapsone, used to treat dermatitis and some types of pneumonia
the drug sumatriptan (Imitrex), used to treat migraines
some anti-inflammatory drugs, such as celecoxib (Celebrex)
some diuretics, such as hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide) and furosemide (Lasix)
Are sulfas found in foods? Having an allergy to sulfa drugs is different from having an allergy to food or drinks that contain sulfites. Unless you’ve had a reaction to sulfites, consuming food or drink that contains sulfites is OK. Conversely, if you’ve had an allergic reaction to sulfites, it doesn’t mean that you’ll also be allergic to sulfa drugs. What are the treatment options? If you have an allergic reaction to sulfa drugs, treatment will be centered on relieving your symptoms.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sulfa-allergy
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_686314350#6_1440411367
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Title: Sulfa Allergy: Drug List, Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
Overview
Sulfa vs. sulfite allergy
What are the symptoms?
Are there any complications?
Anaphylaxis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
What types of drugs cause this allergy?
Are sulfas found in foods?
What are the treatment options?
How to prevent a sulfa allergic reaction
The takeaway
Content: Having an allergy to sulfa drugs is different from having an allergy to food or drinks that contain sulfites. Unless you’ve had a reaction to sulfites, consuming food or drink that contains sulfites is OK. Conversely, if you’ve had an allergic reaction to sulfites, it doesn’t mean that you’ll also be allergic to sulfa drugs. What are the treatment options? If you have an allergic reaction to sulfa drugs, treatment will be centered on relieving your symptoms. Your doctor may prescribe antihistamines or corticosteroids to relieve hives, rash, and itching. A bronchodilator may be prescribed if you have respiratory symptoms. Your doctor may recommend a desensitization procedure if you need medication and there isn’t a sulfa-free alternative. Desensitization involves slowly introducing the medication at low doses until an effective dose is reached and tolerated. You’ll be monitored for allergic reactions as the medication doses are increased.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sulfa-allergy
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_686314350#7_1440412939
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Title: Sulfa Allergy: Drug List, Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
Overview
Sulfa vs. sulfite allergy
What are the symptoms?
Are there any complications?
Anaphylaxis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
What types of drugs cause this allergy?
Are sulfas found in foods?
What are the treatment options?
How to prevent a sulfa allergic reaction
The takeaway
Content: Your doctor may prescribe antihistamines or corticosteroids to relieve hives, rash, and itching. A bronchodilator may be prescribed if you have respiratory symptoms. Your doctor may recommend a desensitization procedure if you need medication and there isn’t a sulfa-free alternative. Desensitization involves slowly introducing the medication at low doses until an effective dose is reached and tolerated. You’ll be monitored for allergic reactions as the medication doses are increased. Both anaphylaxis and Stevens-Johnson syndrome require immediate medical attention. If you’re having an anaphylactic reaction, epinephrine will usually be given. If you develop Stevens-Johnson syndrome, you’ll likely be admitted to an intensive care unit. Treatment for Stevens-Johnson syndrome includes: corticosteroids to control inflammation
antibiotics to prevent or control skin infections
intravenous (IV) immunoglobulins to halt the progress of the disease
How to prevent a sulfa allergic reaction
There are no diagnostic tests for sulfa allergy.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sulfa-allergy
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_686314350#8_1440414595
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Title: Sulfa Allergy: Drug List, Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
Overview
Sulfa vs. sulfite allergy
What are the symptoms?
Are there any complications?
Anaphylaxis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
What types of drugs cause this allergy?
Are sulfas found in foods?
What are the treatment options?
How to prevent a sulfa allergic reaction
The takeaway
Content: Both anaphylaxis and Stevens-Johnson syndrome require immediate medical attention. If you’re having an anaphylactic reaction, epinephrine will usually be given. If you develop Stevens-Johnson syndrome, you’ll likely be admitted to an intensive care unit. Treatment for Stevens-Johnson syndrome includes: corticosteroids to control inflammation
antibiotics to prevent or control skin infections
intravenous (IV) immunoglobulins to halt the progress of the disease
How to prevent a sulfa allergic reaction
There are no diagnostic tests for sulfa allergy. However, some tips for prevention of a further allergic reaction to sulfa drugs include: Make sure all healthcare providers, including your dentist and pharmacy, are aware of your drug allergies. This will help them be aware of which medications should be avoided. If you have previously had a severe or anaphylactic reaction to sulfa drugs, carry an emergency epinephrine syringe (EpiPen). Carry a medical alert card with you or wear a medical alert bracelet that alerts care staff of your allergy.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sulfa-allergy
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_686314350#9_1440416252
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Title: Sulfa Allergy: Drug List, Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
Overview
Sulfa vs. sulfite allergy
What are the symptoms?
Are there any complications?
Anaphylaxis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
What types of drugs cause this allergy?
Are sulfas found in foods?
What are the treatment options?
How to prevent a sulfa allergic reaction
The takeaway
Content: However, some tips for prevention of a further allergic reaction to sulfa drugs include: Make sure all healthcare providers, including your dentist and pharmacy, are aware of your drug allergies. This will help them be aware of which medications should be avoided. If you have previously had a severe or anaphylactic reaction to sulfa drugs, carry an emergency epinephrine syringe (EpiPen). Carry a medical alert card with you or wear a medical alert bracelet that alerts care staff of your allergy. This will ensure proper treatment if you have a reaction and are unable to verbally alert medical providers of your allergy. The takeaway
Having a sulfa allergy means you have an allergic reaction to medications containing sulfa. While there are many medications that contain sulfa, allergic reactions to sulfa antibiotics are most common. Sulfa allergy and allergy to sulfites found in food or drink aren’t the same thing. Symptoms of an allergic reaction to sulfa drugs include rash or hives, itchy skin or eyes, and swelling.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sulfa-allergy
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_686314350#10_1440417877
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Title: Sulfa Allergy: Drug List, Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Headings: What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
What Is a Sulfa Allergy?
Overview
Sulfa vs. sulfite allergy
What are the symptoms?
Are there any complications?
Anaphylaxis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
What types of drugs cause this allergy?
Are sulfas found in foods?
What are the treatment options?
How to prevent a sulfa allergic reaction
The takeaway
Content: This will ensure proper treatment if you have a reaction and are unable to verbally alert medical providers of your allergy. The takeaway
Having a sulfa allergy means you have an allergic reaction to medications containing sulfa. While there are many medications that contain sulfa, allergic reactions to sulfa antibiotics are most common. Sulfa allergy and allergy to sulfites found in food or drink aren’t the same thing. Symptoms of an allergic reaction to sulfa drugs include rash or hives, itchy skin or eyes, and swelling. Complications of sulfa allergy include anaphylaxis and Steven-Johnson syndrome. Both of these are considered medical emergencies. Always make sure that your healthcare providers are aware of your sulfa allergy so medications containing sulfa can be avoided. Let your healthcare provider know right away if you suspect a sulfa allergy. Last medically reviewed on December 22, 2017
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https://www.healthline.com/health/sulfa-allergy
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_689027663#9_1448280854
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Title: Tilt-Table Test: Why It’s Done, Results, and More
Headings: About Tilt-Table Testing
About Tilt-Table Testing
What it does
Neurally mediated hypotension
Neurally mediated syncope
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)
Side effects
How to prepare
Follow advice on when to eat
Talk about medications you’re taking
Consider if you’ll drive yourself or get a ride
What happens during a tilt-table test?
After the test
Tilt-table test results
What negative means
What positive means
The takeaway
Content: However, if you fainted or felt faint during the test, your doctor may want you to stay overnight for observation or have someone drive you home. Tilt-table test results
What negative means
If you don’t have a reaction to the changes in the table’s positioning, doctors consider the test to be negative. You may still have a medical condition related to position changes. This result means the test didn’t reveal changes. Your doctor may recommend other forms of testing to monitor your heart, such as a Holter monitor you wear to track your heart rate over time. What positive means
If your blood pressure changes during the test, the test results are positive. Your doctor’s recommendations will depend on how your body reacted. For example, if your heart rate slows, your doctor may recommend additional tests to look at your heart. They may prescribe a medication called midodrine to prevent blood pressure drops. If your heart rate quickens, a doctor may prescribe medications — such as fludrocortisone, indomethacin, or dihydroergotamine — to reduce the likelihood that reaction will occur.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/tilt-table-test
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msmarco_v2.1_doc_42_689027663#10_1448282703
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Title: Tilt-Table Test: Why It’s Done, Results, and More
Headings: About Tilt-Table Testing
About Tilt-Table Testing
What it does
Neurally mediated hypotension
Neurally mediated syncope
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)
Side effects
How to prepare
Follow advice on when to eat
Talk about medications you’re taking
Consider if you’ll drive yourself or get a ride
What happens during a tilt-table test?
After the test
Tilt-table test results
What negative means
What positive means
The takeaway
Content: What positive means
If your blood pressure changes during the test, the test results are positive. Your doctor’s recommendations will depend on how your body reacted. For example, if your heart rate slows, your doctor may recommend additional tests to look at your heart. They may prescribe a medication called midodrine to prevent blood pressure drops. If your heart rate quickens, a doctor may prescribe medications — such as fludrocortisone, indomethacin, or dihydroergotamine — to reduce the likelihood that reaction will occur. If you do receive a positive result, additional tests may be needed to look further into the heart. The takeaway
While there are several tests to measure blood pressure changes brought on by a change in position, the tilt-table test may be a more appropriate method for diagnosing older adults, according to an article in the journal Clinical Interventions in Aging
Trusted Source
. Prior to the test, a doctor will discuss how it may aid in your diagnosis and inform you of any potential risks. If your test was negative but you’re still having symptoms, talk to your doctor about other potential causes. They may review your medications or recommend other tests.
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https://www.healthline.com/health/tilt-table-test
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