- 1. Infectious diseases
- (Infectious diseases)
- ... are obtained with a sterile swab. Spinal tap (lumbar puncture). This procedure obtains a sample of your cerebrospinal fluid through a needle carefully inserted between the bones of your spine. In ...
- 2. Impetigo
- (Impetigo)
- ... Staphylococcus aureus (staph), which is most common, and Streptococcus pyogenes (strep). Both types of bacteria can live harmlessly on your skin until they enter through a cut or other wound and cause ...
- 3. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- (Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) )
- ... aren't for long-term use and the dose is usually tapered down over two to three months. Immune system suppressors These drugs also reduce inflammation, but they target your immune system rather ...
- 4. Gastroparesis
- (Gastroparesis)
- ... surgery, the lower part of the stomach may be stapled or bypassed to help improve stomach emptying. Experimental treatments Researchers are working on new ways of treating gastroparesis, such as: ...
- 5. Gas and gas pains
- (Gas and gas pains)
- ... a physical exam. During the exam, your doctor may check to see if your abdomen is distended and listen for a hollow sound when your abdomen is tapped. A hollow sound usually indicates the presence of excess ...
- 6. Knee pain
- (Knee pain)
- ... need a longer recovery time. Ice. A staple for most acute injuries, ice reduces both pain and inflammation. A bag of frozen peas works well because it covers your whole knee. You can also use an ...
- 7. Keratosis pilaris
- (Keratosis pilaris)
- ... provide a seal over your skin to keep water from escaping. Thicker moisturizers work best, such as over-the-counter brands Eucerin and Cetaphil. Use warm water and limit bath time. Hot water and ...
- 8. Typhoid fever
- (Typhoid fever)
- ... the toilet. Clean household items daily. Clean toilets, door handles, telephone receivers and water taps at least once a day with a household cleaner and paper towels or disposable cloths. Avoid ...
- 9. Traveler's diarrhea
- (Traveler's diarrhea)
- ... water When visiting high-risk countries, keep the following tips in mind: Avoid unsterilized water — from tap, well or stream. If you need to consume local water, boil it for five to 10 minutes. ...
- 10. Cavities/tooth decay
- (Cavities/tooth decay)
- ... to be replaced, though they need to be checked regularly to ensure they're still intact. Drink some tap water. Adding fluoride to public water supplies has helped decrease tooth decay significantly. ...
- 11. Tooth abscess
- (Tooth abscess )
- ... a spreading infection than is someone with a healthy immune system. In addition to examining your tooth and the surrounding area, your dentist may conduct one or more of the following tests: Tapping ...
- 12. Folliculitis
- (Folliculitis)
- Folliculitis occurs when hair follicles become infected, often with Staphylococcus aureus or other bacteria. Certain variations of folliculitis are also known as hot tub folliculitis and barber's itch. ...
- 13. Tetanus
- (Tetanus)
- ... used in most bandages, switch to adhesive-free dressings or sterile gauze and paper tape. You can easily prevent tetanus by being immunized against the toxin. Almost all cases of tetanus occur in ...
- 14. Tension headache
- (Tension headache )
- ... techniques in special classes or at home using books or tapes. Using medications in conjunction with stress management techniques may be more effective than is either treatment alone in reducing your ...
- 15. Teen depression
- (Teen depression)
- ... stop taking an antidepressant without talking to the doctor first. Some antidepressants can cause withdrawal symptoms unless the dose is slowly tapered down. Quitting suddenly may cause a sudden worsening ...
- 16. Tapeworm infection
- (Tapeworm infection)
- Tapeworm infection is caused by ingesting food or water contaminated with tapeworm eggs or larvae. If you ingest certain tapeworm eggs, they can migrate outside your intestines and form larval cysts ...
- 17. Rosacea
- (Rosacea)
- ... your facial skin by rubbing or touching it too much. Wash problem areas with a gentle cleanser (Dove, Cetaphil). Avoid facial products that contain alcohol or other skin irritants. When using moisturizer ...
- 18. Rett syndrome
- (Rett syndrome)
- ... include hand wringing, squeezing, clapping, tapping or rubbing. Unusual eye movements. Children with Rett syndrome tend to have unusual eye movements, such as blinking or closing one eye at a time. ...
- 19. Bile reflux
- (Bile reflux)
- ... esophagus. The damaged esophageal cells (metaplasia) have an increased risk of becoming cancerous. Animal studies have also linked bile reflux to the occurrence of Barrett's esophagus. Esophageal cancer. This ...
- 20. Raynaud's disease
- (Raynaud's disease)
- ... to suggest a therapist who can help you learn biofeedback techniques. Books and tapes also are available on the subject. As with any supplement, be sure to talk to your doctor before adding it to your ...