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A diagnosis ofvon Hippel-Lindau disease (VHL)may come with anger, fear, and uncertainty. Although that is possible, there are ways to watch for thesetumorsandtreat themif they develop. There are multiple emotional, physical, and social considerations when living with VHL. fizkes / Getty Images These feelings are normal and completely valid. TheVHL Allianceoffers a hotline to call and connect with others who have experience with VHL. Feelings of being alienated or alone are common for those with VHL....

The launch of new remedies, such as anti-VEGF therapy is said to have revolutionized thetreatment of wet AMD. Its important to note that no one goes through each stage exactly the same. “This is where support groups can really make a difference. Verywell / Laura Porter Reaching out to connect with others who are going through similar experiences can help. A diet rich in antioxidants is recommended for people with AMD....

A lobe is one of the sections that make up each lung. The right lung has three lobes, and the left lung has two. There are two main types of lobectomy procedures. Verywell / Hilary Allison Types of Lobectomy A lobe of your lung can be removed using a few different methods. This involves spreading the ribs apart to get access to the lungs. This procedure is becoming the preferred technique....

Tara’s Story: Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer When Are Local Treatments Used? Yet, sometimes, these general therapies are not enough. Your healthcare provider may recommend a form of radiation or drugs referred to as bone-modifying agents. Verywell / JR Bee At times, lung metastases may cause airway obstruction or bleeding into the airways. When this occurs, radiation therapy may be effective in decreasing symptoms. Unfortunately, this barrier also often prevents cancer drugs from reaching this area....

Venous ulcers are slow-healing wounds or sores that typically form in the lower leg’s gaiter zone. The leg’s gaiter area is a few inches below the knee and above the ankle. Venous leg ulcers are also correlated with varicose veins anddeep vein thrombosis, which creates blockages in leg veins. AndreyPopov / Getty Images They are typically resulting from damage to valves inside leg veins. These valves allow blood pressure in the veins to drop when walking....

The results showed that the respondents reported having 203 symptoms in 10 organs systems. For more than 90% of the respondents, their recovery lasted more than 35 weeks. People averaged having about 56 different symptoms, which varied over time. However, not everyone who responded to the survey was more than 180 days out from their original infection. And those with fewer symptoms on average recovered more quicklytypically in less than 90 days....

Exposure to Agent Orange is linked to certaincancersand other illnesses. What Are Presumptive Disability Benefits? The benefits given to someone with a presumptive condition are called “presumptive disability benefits.” When Vietnamese people eat fish from these ponds, they are exposed to dioxins. How Does Agent Orange Impact the Environment? When Agent Orange is introduced into an ecosystem, it stays there for a very long time. Dioxin has a long half-life and is hydrophobic, meaning that it doesn’t dissolve in water....

They also promote heart function for those with cardiac dysfunction, or heart failure. But there are several other heart disease treatments they want people to know about, too. What Are Beta-Blockers and Why Are They Prescribed? chapin31 / Getty Images. Adrenaline causes the heart rate and breathing to speed up. It also makes arteries constrict, or get smaller, which raises your blood pressure. This effect is important after a heart attack, when the heart muscle surrounding the blockage is weakened....

The long-term effects of asthma can undermine your quality of life and ability to participate in everyday activities. Severe airway remodeling can lead to an irreversible condition calledbronchiectasisin which the airways become permanently widened. Reduced Exercise Tolerance With uncontrolled asthma, a person will almost invariably experience reducedexercise tolerance. Jessica Olah / Verywell This is especially true in people who have experienced significant airway remodeling. In such cases, mucus can start to pool in the airways, creating a hotbed for bacterial growth....

A prognosis describes how an illness or condition is likely to develop over time and/or with treatment. It can also be a prediction about how it will affect a person’s life. Epilepsyis a neurological condition characterized by recurrent seizures (temporary interruptions in electrical brain functions). Keith Brofsky / Getty images Epilepsy can occur at any age, affecting around 50 million people globally. Rates of epilepsy are higher in low- to middle-income countries than in high-income countries....

Concern over long-term side effects of radiation therapy is becoming more common, as survival rates improve. These can include heart problems, lung problems, thyroid problems, secondary cancers, and more. Still, its important to remember that these treatments' benefits usually far outweigh any risks. Mark Kostich / istock Many people will not experience any of these late effects. Causes and Risk Factors Radiation therapyworks by damaging DNA in cells. This damage isn’t isolated to cancer cells, though; normal cells can be damaged as well....

If youve ever wanted to try cross-country skiing without snow, Nordic walking might be for you. Viral videos claim thatNordic walkingburns fat and supports brain healthand theres some research to back this up. Nordic walking is similar to traditional walking, but you use two Nordic poles to help propel yourself forward. Nordic walking uses more muscle mass than just your legs. You have to use your arms to gain traction on each swing of the gait, Gordon said....

There are many possible reasons for a crooked smile, and most are not dangerous. However, a sudden change requires urgent medical attention. Usually, the different causes are associated with additional symptoms besides a lopsided smile. Halfpoint Images / Getty Images Among othersymptoms, it can cause weakness of the face and body on one side. Symptoms from a stroke appear suddenly and it is a medical emergency. The acronym “FAST” stands forfacialdrooping,armweakness,speechdifficulties, andtimeto call emergency services....