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Your healthcare provider can help you find the best way to manage your condition and prevent long-term problems. Your healthcare provider can help you find theright treatment plan, which may include prescription medications. In some cases, GERD can be cured permanently withsurgerysuch asNissen fundoplication. patrickheagney / Getty Images Often, what youdon’t do with GERDis as important as what you do. This, in turn, reduces gastric pressure. This allows more gastric acid to seep from the stomach into the esophagus....

She was diagnosed with adult asthma herself in 2014. She works with theAllergy & Asthma Networkas a patient advocate for people with asthma. Before my journey withasthmabegan, I thought I was the lucky one in my family. Photo courtesy of Charnette Darrington / Designed by Zoe Hansen / Verywell My grandfather and father both had asthma, but I didnt have it as a child. I didnt develop asthma until I was an adult....

This article explains what it’s like to live with BPD and how to manage symptoms and possible complications. Verywell / Ellen Lindner What Is BPD? Studies suggestmen may be equally affected, but are often misdiagnosed withpost-traumatic stress disorderordepression. Verywell / Ellen Lindner Symptoms Symptoms of BPDvary between people and can fluctuate over time. Some people experience many symptoms, while others experience only a few. If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call911....

Colicky pain occurs as sudden spasmodic abdominal pain that occurs in cycles and then resolves. While it is a problem often linked with newborns, it can also occur in older children and adults. In infants, it is more often a problem involving uncontrollable crying without a known cause. Hiraman / Getty Images Despite eating and growing well, they cry in spells, usually at the end of the day. It suddenly starts and abruptly ends in periods that can last minutes to hours....

Personality disorders can make having healthy relationships difficult and can be severe enough to impact functioning in daily life. The symptoms of DPD can be challenging to manage. When treated, there is a high chance of improvement for a person with DPD. Verywell / Lara Antal What’s the difference between DPD and BPD? Bothborderline personality disorder (BPD)and DPD are characterized by a fear of abandonment. A person with BPD will also typically have a pattern of unstable and intense relationships....

Research suggests that about 33% of people with asthma are also sensitive to dog allergens. Certain adjustments can make it possible to live with dogs when you have asthma. These arespecific breedsthat are supposedly less likely to trigger allergies and asthma symptoms in susceptible people. chee gin tan / Getty Images However, all dogs produce allergy-inducing proteinseven those labeled as “hypoallergenic. If possible, spend time with aspecificdog before deciding to bring it into your home....

The symptoms ofeosinophilic esophagitiscan vary and include difficulty swallowing, heartburn, and food impaction. While eosinophilic esophagitis and itssymptomscan be managed, there is no known cure for this condition. Verywell / Michela Buttignol Emotional Eosinophilic esophagitis is a serious condition with no known cure. Verywell / Michela Buttignol While treatment options are always evolving, this disease can significantly impact your quality of life. Adults Eosinophilic esophagitis can cause food impaction and difficulty breathing....

It also discusses ways to prevent the spread of the virus through sex and pregnancy. Herpes Education If you’ve been diagnosed with genital herpes, try not to panic. You were probably diagnosed because you experienced a first outbreak, also known as theprimary infection. Nusha Ashjaee / Verywell It’s important to understand that the first outbreak is often the worst. And, by experiencing an outbreak, you might recognize the early signs if another were to occur....

Sincehypertensionusually does not cause anysymptoms, you may not think of putting effort into coping with the condition. Healthy Habits Making lifestyle changes is a critical component of any plan tolower blood pressure. In many cases, lifestyle changes may be the onlytreatmentneeded to lower blood pressure to optimal levels. Verywell Some healthcare providers may recommend that you avoid “thrill rides” at excessive speeds. There is a link between hypertension anddepression, but the cause-and-effect relationship is not well established....

But you might also feel scared about your future and worry about how to cope. Even when youve been living with MCTD for some time, you may have questions and need support. Getting a diagnosis is a major life event. Luis Alvarez / DigitalVision / Getty Images Adjusting to life with the disease can take time. While youre adjusting to your new normal, you will experience ups and downs. You might also fret about possible future symptoms....

Courtesy of Damian Washington Damian Washington is an actor, rapper, and vlogger with MS. He has a YouTube channel (NoStressMS) where he discusses the challenges of living and thriving with MS. Fatigue and changes in the way I walk were my first signs ofmultiple sclerosis(MS). Courtesy of Damian Washington My wife was the one who encouraged me to see a doctor. On one of our daily walks, she said, You dont hold me the same when were walking....

Most people often think of the physical ones, like pain, fatigue, and mobility issues. you could learn to weather all of these to the best of your ability. The key is not tackling everything all at once. Verywell / Brooke Pelczynski You are allowed to have these feelings. The key is to not get stuck in them. Trying to force yourself to be happy can lead to frustration or evendespair....

Managing several medical conditions at the same time can be a challenge. However, there are coping and self-care strategies that can help you. Depression and Thyroid Eye Disease Depression is common with thyroid eye disease. Paul Simcock / Getty Images There are treatments for depression that can help, such as medications and therapy. Physical Certain lifestyle changes can help you manage thyroid eye disease and feel better. Before making any drastic modifications, talk to your healthcare provider and ask for recommendations....