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How do I treat a sting if my child doesn't have an allergic reaction?   (created at May 12, 2009)   57  

If there's a stinger, remove it by scraping it out with your fingernail or a credit card. (Pulling it out with your fingers or tweezers could squeeze more of the venom into your baby's body.) Wash the area thoroughly with soap and water. You can help relie...

Hodgkin's disease is a type of lymphoma   (created at May 22, 2009)   61  

Hodgkin's disease facts: The American Cancer Society estimates that about 7,350 new cases of Hodgkin's disease will be diagnosed in the United States this year. Hodgkin's disease affects women somewhat less often than men. Of those new cases, 3,370 will oc...

Possible side effects of human growth hormone   (created at May 19, 2009)   49  

By far the most common side effect to GH therapy is joint pain or joint swelling. Joint pain presents 27% of the time, and joint swelling will present 41% of the time. These joint issues are related to incorrect dosages, and your doctor will adjust the dos...
Possible side effects of human growth hormone

Can my child be cured of asthma?   (created at May 11, 2009)   43  

There's no cure for asthma, although some asthmatic babies who wheeze only when they have colds or upper respiratory tract infections outgrow the tendency to wheeze over time. In general, asthma is thought to be a lifelong condition, although the frequency...

What should I do if the rash doesn't get better?   (created at May 11, 2009)   51  

Talk with your baby's doctor or a pediatric dermatologist. If the rash doesn't get better after following the suggestions above, your doctor might suggest trying mild topical steroids, which can be bought over the counter. If the over-the-counter variety d...

What are the warning signs of head and neck cancers?   (created at May 09, 2009)   49  

Warning signs of head and neck cancers depend on the location of the cancer. Sometimes there are no warning signs. That's why men and women over 40 may wish to get an annual cancer-related health checkup, especially if they use tobacco or alcohol. Having a...

Does Lyme disease affect mental functioning?   (created at May 06, 2009)   46  

Like some other diseases caused by spirochaetes, there is a possibility that the infection can cross into the central nervous system. If the infection proceeds along this course then symptoms that affect mental function may occur. If the illness proceeds t...

How do I know if I have got Lyme disease?   (created at May 06, 2009)   47  

Lyme disease is not an easy diagnosis to make. This is especially so if the patient has no rash and does not recall an episode of tick bite. If a patient remembers a tick bite and then becomes unwell, Lyme disease is a possibility. There is no diagnostic t...

Can Lyme disease be prevented?   (created at May 06, 2009)   46  

There are many measures you can take to protect yourself from ever falling victim to this nasty infection. There is however, no vaccine available at present. Prevention relies on people being aware of the risk that ticks present and using sensible measures...

Will my doctor treat me for Lyme disease?   (created at May 06, 2009)   42  

If you have this diagnosis your doctor should treat you. However, many doctors are not familiar with treating Lyme patients. In this case, you may do better to see a doctor who is familiar with the disease. Always try to keep your GP involved and informed....

Does other diseases accompany Lyme disease?   (created at May 06, 2009)   53  

Several other infections can sometimes be found in tick secretions.If these are also passed into the bloodstream, they too may establish and complicate the symptoms and outlook.

A test for Lyme disease   (created at May 06, 2009)   44  

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) state that the diagnosis of Lyme disease is based on symptoms, physical findings and the patient’s history. There are several laboratory tests that aim to detect this infection, however, none of them are...

Is Lyme disease a New Illness?   (created at May 06, 2009)   44  

Studies of the DNA taken from ticks in the Natural History Museum show the infection was in the UK in Victorian times. Therefore, it is almost certainly not a new illness. However, it does appear to be becoming more common.

What is the treatment for Lyme disease?   (created at May 06, 2009)   48  

The outlook varies from person to person. Whilst it is extremely unusual for the illness to be fatal, symptoms can range from mild to very severe. It is not in a patient’s best interests for the disease to remain untreated. Treatment is with antibiotics an...

How prevalent is Lyme disease?   (created at May 06, 2009)   54  

In the United Kingdom, Lyme disease is carried by the sheep tick, Ixodes ricinus. This tick can also feed on deer and other wild mammals and birds. The tick prefers to live in woods, heath and moorland, although it does not occur exclusively in these habit...

What are the commonest lyme disease symptoms at onset?   (created at May 06, 2009)   49  

Early symptoms can include feeling unwell or ‘flu-like’, EM rash, headache, stiff neck, muscle pain, tender glands and sensitivity to temperature, sound and light levels.

What are the symptoms of Lyme disease?   (created at May 06, 2009)   52  

Lyme disease can affect any part of the body and cause many different symptoms. The commonest symptoms relate to the person feeling unwell, having flu-like symptoms, extreme tiredness, muscle pain, muscle weakness, joint pain, upset digestive system, heada...

How does Lyme disease start?   (created at May 06, 2009)   55  

A clinical case of Lyme disease occurs when a person is infected by a tick bite. Symptoms follow after an incubation period that may last between two and thirty days. However, on some occasions, the bacteria do not cause disease straight away. The bacteria...

How does Lyme disease infection occur?   (created at May 06, 2009)   47  

In nearly all cases it is transmitted to humans by the bite of a tick infected with these bacteria. In a population of ticks, only some will carry the infection.

What is Lyme disease?   (created at May 06, 2009)   46  

Lyme disease, also known as Lyme borreliosis, is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. The disease is classified by the World Health Organisation as an infectious or parasitic disease. Borrelia burgdorferi belongs to the bacte...

How to remove attached ticks ?   (created at May 06, 2009)   58  

Prompt removal of ticks decreases the chances of getting Lyme disease. The proper and easiest method is to grasp the tick with fine tweezers, as near the skin as you can, and gently pull it straight out. Be careful not to squeeze the tick when removing it ...

Lyme disease in domestic animals   (created at May 06, 2009)   43  

Lyme disease has been described in dogs, cats, horses cows and goats. Symptoms can include fever, lameness and soreness, listlessness, loss of appetite, swollen glands and joints. Heart, kidney, liver, eye and nervous system problems are also described in ...

How to avoid tick bites   (created at May 06, 2009)   69  

When out of doors several precautions can minimize your chances of being bitten. Tuck your pant legs into your socks and your shirt into your pants. Wear light colored clothing. Dark ticks are more easily spotted against a light background. Inspect clothes...

Treatment for Lyme disease   (created at May 06, 2009)   55  

Lyme disease is treated with antibiotics. Timely treatment increases chances of recovery and may lessen the severity of any later symptoms in both animals and man. The most effective treatment will be recommended by your physician or in the case of your an...

The symptoms for liver cancer?   (created at May 04, 2009)   55  

These symptoms might be caused by liver cancer: Unexplained weight loss Anorexia (persistent lack of appetite) Early satiety (feeling very full after a small meal) Persistent abdominal pain Increasing abdominal girth (swelling of the "stomach" area) with o...

How is a Brain Tumor Diagnosed?   (created at May 03, 2009)   133  

The doctor does a complete physical exam with special attention to neurological examination. This includes checks for alertness, muscle strength, coordination, reflexes and response to pain. The doctor also examines the eyes for swelling caused by a tumor ...
How is a Brain Tumor Diagnosed?