- 1. Bipolar Disorder General In Fact
- (Bipolar Disorder)
- ... — and may get misdiagnosed. Other health issues, such as addiction and anxiety, often go hand in hand with bipolar. Bipolar Disorder and Depression The main difference between bipolar disorder and ...
- 2. Tips for Parenting a Child with ADD/ADHD
- (ADD/ADHD)
- ... that's very confusing," says Sandra Sexson, M.D., child analysis psychiatrist with the MCG Health System in Augusta, Ga. "Kids learn to go to the more lenient parent to get permission." ...
- 3. Tips for Organizing ADHD Medical Records
- (ADD/ADHD)
- For adults with ADHD, developing a system for keeping health records is more difficult than for others, but also more important. Follow this advice to make keeping clear health records easier. For most ...
- 4. ADHD General In Fact
- (ADD/ADHD)
- ... health professionals have yet to develop a gold standard for diagnosing ADHD in adults. ADHD and Relationships Having adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)/attention deficit disorder ...
- 5. Infectious diseases
- (Infectious diseases)
- ... suggesting? I have these other health conditions. How can I best manage them together? Are there any restrictions that I need to follow? Should I see a specialist? Is there a generic alternative ...
- 6. Impetigo
- (Impetigo)
- ... Although it commonly occurs when bacteria enter the skin through cuts or insect bites, it can also develop in skin that's perfectly healthy. Impetigo is seldom serious, and usually clears on its own ...
- 7. Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)
- (Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP))
- ... may be performed if corticosteroids aren't working, also makes you permanently more vulnerable to infection, although the risk of an overwhelming infection in a healthy person who has had a splenectomy ...
- 8. Glaucoma
- (Glaucoma)
- ... What other self-care measures should I be taking? What is the long-term outlook in my case? How often should I be seen for follow-up care? Should I see a specialist? I have these other health ...
- 9. Galactorrhea
- (Galactorrhea)
- ... to set up an appointment, you may be referred immediately to a breast health specialist. What you can do The initial evaluation focuses on your medical history. You'll give details about your symptoms ...
- 10. Jellyfish stings
- (Jellyfish stings)
- ... health, are more likely to have severe reactions to jellyfish stings. Conditions that can increase your risk of getting stung by jellyfish include the following: Swimming on a downwind shore Swimming ...
- 11. Keratitis
- (Keratitis)
- ... or bathing and result in keratitis. However, even if you're exposed to these bacteria, fungi or parasites, a healthy cornea is unlikely to become infected unless there has been some previous breakdown ...
- 12. Type 2 diabetes
- (Type 2 diabetes)
- ... Untreated, type 2 diabetes can be life-threatening. There's no cure for type 2 diabetes, but you can manage — or even prevent — the condition. Start by eating well, exercising and maintaining a healthy ...
- 13. Type 1 diabetes
- (Type 1 diabetes)
- ... has no cure, although it can be managed. With proper treatment, people who have type 1 diabetes can expect to live longer, healthier lives than in the past. Type 1 diabetes signs and symptoms can ...
- 14. Tricuspid atresia
- (Tricuspid atresia)
- ... to flow directly to the lungs. The procedure reduces the workload on the left ventricle, decreasing the risk of damage to it. Follow-up care To monitor his or her heart health, your baby ...
- 15. Trichinosis
- (Trichinosis)
- ... in hog-raising regions. Consumption of wild or noncommercial meats. Public health measures have greatly decreased the incidence of trichinosis in commercial meats, but noncommercial, farm-raised ...
- 16. Traveler's diarrhea
- (Traveler's diarrhea)
- ... WHO-ORS, at stores, pharmacies and health agencies in most countries. Reconstitute the powder in bottled or boiled water according to the directions on the package. If these products are unavailable, ...
- 17. Preeclampsia
- (Preeclampsia)
- ... Having other health conditions. There's some evidence that both urinary tract infections and periodontal disease during pregnancy are associated with an increased risk of preeclampsia, which may ...
- 18. Tourette syndrome
- (Tourette syndrome )
- ... cause and rule out serious health problems. The exact cause of Tourette syndrome isn't known, and there's no known way to prevent it. Tourette is a complex syndrome, likely caused by a combination ...
- 19. Cervical dystonia
- (Cervical dystonia)
- ... exam, your doctor may also check your neurological health by testing your: Reflexes Muscle strength Muscle tone Senses of touch and sight Coordination Balance While the physical examination ...
- 20. Cavities/tooth decay
- (Cavities/tooth decay)
- ... including bacteria in your mouth, not cleaning your teeth well, frequent snacking and sipping sugary drinks. Cavities and tooth decay are among the world's most common health problems. They're especially ...
