PtEd – HEMORRHOIDS
HEMORRHOIDS PROBLEM A hemorrhoid is a varicose vein of the rectum. You may not know you have a hemorrhoid until bleeding occurs. Hemorrhoids are often found after painless […]
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PtEd – GRIEF
GRIEF PROBLEM Normal grief resolution may take from 6 months up to as long as 2 years. CAUSES Grief can follow the death of a loved one, but grief […]
PtEd – GOUT
GOUT PROBLEM Gout is caused by high uric acid deposits in the joints, which produce pain and swelling at the joint. Gout commonly occurs in the big toe; […]
PtEd – GONORRHEA
GONORRHEA PROBLEM Gonorrhea is an sexually transmitted infection (STI). You may have the following symptoms: burning during urination, yellowish discharge from the penis or vagina, heavier menstrual periods, or […]
PtEd – GESTATIONAL DIABETES
GESTATIONAL DIABETES PROBLEM Gestational diabetes develops only during pregnancy; it occurs because of the new hormones being produced. The hormonal influence makes you “insulin resistant,” meaning you still […]
PtEd – GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE (GERD)
GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE (GERD) PROBLEM You have stomach acid or a feeling of “heartburn” and “acid brash.” CAUSE Heartburn happens when stomach contents come back up into the throat. […]
PtEd – FOLLICULITIS
FOLLICULITIS PROBLEM A bacterial (or fungal) infection of the hair follicle. Folliculitis is seen when a pustule develops, commonly on the arms, legs, scalp, and face (beard). CAUSE A.Bacterial: Infection commonly caused by Staphylococcus bacteria. B.Fungal: May be caused by yeast infection. PREVENTION/TREATMENT PLAN A.Keep skin clean and dry. B.Avoid warm, moist conditions. C.Healing generally occurs in 10 to 14 days after proper treatment with medications. D.Practice good handwashing technique, using antibacterial soaps. E.Use clean razors daily. F.Throw old razors away. G.Do not share razors. H.Shampoo scalp daily. I.Folliculitis usually resolves within 4 to 6 weeks after proper treatment. Activity: As tolerated. Diet: Regular diet. Medications: Topical and/or oral antibiotics as prescribed. You […]
PtEd – FIBROMYALGIA
FIBROMYALGIA PROBLEM You have inflammation or pain in the muscles and connective tissues, usually noted in the lower back, shoulders, neck, chest, arms, hips, and thighs. This pain […]
PtEd – FIBROCYSTIC BREAST CHANGES AND BREAST PAIN
FIBROCYSTIC BREAST CHANGES AND BREAST PAIN PROBLEM You are being treated for breast pain or breast lumpiness that is from changes in the breast tissue that are not […]
PtEd – FECAL INCONTINENCE
FECAL INCONTINENCE PROBLEM Fecal incontinence is losing mucus or stool while passing gas or completely losing stool before getting to a toilet. CAUSES There are many causes of fecal incontinence, […]