- 21. Gestational diabetes
- (Gestational diabetes)
- ... wellness plan. Once you become pregnant, your doctor will address gestational diabetes as part of your regular prenatal care. If you develop gestational diabetes, you may need more frequent checkups. These ...
- 22. Geographic tongue
- (Geographic tongue)
- ... geographic tongue may include: Smooth, red, irregularly shaped patches (lesions) on the top or side of your tongue Frequent changes in the location, size and shape of lesions — hourly to daily Discomfort, ...
- 23. Genital herpes
- (Genital herpes)
- ... start? Do you have a new sexual partner or multiple partners? Have you ever been diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection? Do you regularly use condoms? What medications or supplements do ...
- 24. Gastritis
- (Gastritis)
- ... that causes most stomach ulcers. However, other factors — such as injury, regular use of certain pain relievers or drinking too much alcohol — also can contribute to gastritis. Gastritis may occur suddenly ...
- 25. Galactorrhea
- (Galactorrhea)
- ... One or both breasts affected Absent or irregular menstrual periods Headaches or vision problems When to see a doctor If you have a persistent milky nipple discharge from one or both of your breasts ...
- 26. Dislocation
- (Dislocation)
- ... Take precautions to avoid falls. Get your eyes checked on a regular basis, and if you're taking medications, ask your doctor if any of those drugs have the potential to make you dizzy. Also, be ...
- 27. Jet lag disorder
- (Jet lag disorder)
- ... and be awake at the appropriate times. Light therapy can help ease that transition. It involves exposing your eyes to an artificial bright light or lamp that simulates sunlight for a specific and regular ...
- 28. Jellyfish stings
- (Jellyfish stings)
- ... Irregular heartbeat Sudden loss of heart function (cardiac arrest) When to see a doctor Although jellyfish stings can be quite painful, most are minor and get better with home treatment. Seek ...
- 29. Knee bursitis
- (Knee bursitis)
- ... in sports that put your knees at risk, use padding to cushion and protect your knees. Take breaks. If you're on your knees for an extended period of time, take regular breaks to stretch your legs ...
- 30. Klinefelter syndrome
- (Klinefelter syndrome)
- ... syndrome, early treatment, including speech therapy, can help prevent or minimize problems. Male infertility. If your partner hasn't gotten pregnant after a year of regular, unprotected sex, see ...
- 31. Keratosis pilaris
- (Keratosis pilaris)
- ... regularly may improve the appearance of your skin. But if you stop, the condition returns. And even with medical treatment, keratosis pilaris tends to persist for years. Self-help measures won't cure ...
- 32. Keratoconus
- (Keratoconus)
- ... When to see a doctor See your eye doctor (ophthalmologist or optometrist) if you have astigmatism (irregular curvature of the eye) and your eyesight is worsening rapidly. Your eye doctor also will ...
- 33. Keratitis
- (Keratitis)
- ... eye using a penlight, to check your pupil's reaction, size and other factors. Your doctor may apply a stain to your eye, to help identify the extent and character of surface irregularities and ulcers of ...
- 34. Type 2 diabetes in children
- (Type 2 diabetes in children)
- ... your child's blood sugar is stabilized, he or she will regularly visit his or her doctor to ensure good diabetes management. Your child's doctor will also check your child's A1C levels periodically. ...
- 35. Type 2 diabetes
- (Type 2 diabetes)
- ... and kidney function. The doctor will assess your blood pressure. Regular eye and foot exams also are important. Treatment for type 2 diabetes requires a lifelong commitment to: Blood sugar monitoring ...
- 36. Type 1 diabetes in children
- (Type 1 diabetes in children)
- ... or she will regularly visit his or her doctor to ensure good diabetes management. During these visits, the doctor will also check your child's A1C levels. Your child's target A1C goal may vary depending ...
- 37. Type 1 diabetes
- (Type 1 diabetes)
- ... exam and regular foot and eye exams also are important — especially if your diabetes isn't well controlled, if you have high blood pressure or kidney disease, or if you're pregnant. Because appointments ...
- 38. Truncus arteriosus
- (Truncus arteriosus)
- ... Rapid breathing (tachypnea) Irregular heartbeats (arrhythmia) Excessive sweating (diaphoresis) When to see a doctor Seek medical treatment if you notice that your baby has any of the following ...
- 39. Difficulty swallowing
- (Difficulty swallowing)
- ... Ongoing problems. Slight or occasional difficulty swallowing usually isn't cause for concern or action. But see your doctor if you regularly have difficulty swallowing or if difficulty swallowing ...
- 40. Trigger finger
- (Trigger finger )
- ... by seeing your family doctor or regular health care provider to determine what could be causing your symptoms. Here's some information to help you prepare for your appointment, and what to expect from ...