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[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Anxiety Disorders ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Most insurance plans, including health maintenance organizations (HMOs), will cover treatment for anxiety disorders. Check with your insurance company and find out. If you dont have insura...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Anxiety Disorders ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that is very useful in treating anxiety disorders. It can help people change the thinking patterns that support their fears and change the w...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Anxiety Disorders ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Exposure-based treatment has been used for many years to treat specific phobias. The person gradually encounters the object or situation that is feared, perhaps at first only through pictu...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Too Much Glucose in the Blood Diabetes means your blood glucose (often called blood sugar) is too high. Your blood always has some glucose in it because your body needs glucose for energy to keep you going. But ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "Who is at risk for Diabetes? ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Diabetes is a serious, life-long disease. It can lead to problems such as heart disease, stroke, vision loss, kidney disease, and nerve damage. More than 8 million people in the United States have type 2 d...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "How to prevent Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "The two most common forms of diabetes are type 1 and type 2. Currently, there is no way to delay or prevent type 1 diabetes. However, research has shown that type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed in peopl...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the symptoms of Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Diabetes is often called a \"silent\" disease because it can cause serious complications even before you have symptoms. Symptoms can also be so mild that you dont notice them. An estimated 8 million p...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Diabetes cannot be cured, but it can be managed. Managing blood glucose (blood sugar) as well as blood pressure and cholesterol is the best defense against the serious complications of diabetes. Kn...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Diabetes means your blood glucose (often called blood sugar) is too high. Your blood always has some glucose in it because your body needs glucose for energy to keep you going. But too much glucose in the blood ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Type 1 diabetes, which used to be called called juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, develops most often in young people. However, type 1 diabetes can also develop in adults. With this form of diabet...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Prediabetes means your blood glucose levels are higher than normal but not high enough for a diagnosis of diabetes. In 2012, about 86 million people in the U.S. had prediabetes, and 51% of those 65 or older had ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Studies have shown that most people with prediabetes develop type 2 diabetes within a few years, unless they change their lifestyle. Most people with prediabetes dont have any symptoms. Your doctor can test your...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the symptoms of Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Many people with diabetes experience one or more symptoms, including extreme thirst or hunger, a frequent need to urinate and/or fatigue. Some lose weight without trying. Additional signs include sore...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What causes Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease. In an autoimmune reaction, antibodies, or immune cells, attach to the body's own healthy tissues by mistake, signaling the body to attack them. At present, scientists do n...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Diabetes is a very serious disease. Over time, diabetes that is not well managed causes serious damage to the eyes, kidneys, nerves, and heart, gums and teeth. If you have diabetes, you are more li...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "Who is at risk for Diabetes? ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Here are the risk factors for type 2 diabetes. - being over 45 years of age - being overweight or obese - having a first-degree relative -- a parent, brother, or sister -- with diabetes - being Africa...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "How to prevent Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "The two most common forms of diabetes are type 1 and type 2. Currently, there is no way to delay or prevent type 1 diabetes. However, research has shown that making modest lifestyle changes can prevent or delay...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "People with type 1 diabetes control their blood sugar with insulin -- either with shots or an insulin pen. Many people with type 2 diabetes can control blood glucose levels with diet and exercise a...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Heart disease and stroke are the leading causes of death for people with diabetes. Controlling the ABCs of diabetes -- your blood glucose, your blood pressure, and your cholesterol, as well as stopping smoking -...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "See your health care team at least twice a year to find and treat any problems early. Ask what steps you can take to reach your goals. If you have diabetes, take these steps. At each visit, be su...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "People with diabetes should - do aerobic activities, such as brisk walking, which use the bodys large muscles to make the heart beat faster. The large muscles are those of the upper and lower arms and legs and ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "How to prevent Diabetes ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Your weight affects your health in many ways. Being overweight can keep your body from making and using insulin properly. It can also cause high blood pressure. If you are overweight or obese, choose sensible w...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people - age 65 and older - under age 65 with certain disabilities who have been receiving Social Security disability benefits for a certain...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Medicare Part A is hospital insurance that helps cover inpatient care in hospitals. Part A also helps cover skilled nursing facility care for a limited period of time, hospice care, and home ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Medicare Part B is medical insurance. It helps cover medical services such as doctor's services, outpatient care and other medical services that Part A doesn't cover. Part B also covers some ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Medicare Advantage Plans, sometimes known as Medicare Part C, are plans people can join to get their Medicare benefits. Medicare Advantage Plans are available in many areas of the country, an...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Medicare Part D helps pay for medications that a doctor may prescribe. This coverage may help lower prescription drug costs. Medicare drug plans are run by insurance companies and other priva...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Original Medicare is managed by the Federal government and lets people with Medicare go to any doctor, hospital or other health care provider who accepts Medicare. It is a fee-for-service pla...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "People who choose Original Medicare may wish to consider Medigap, a type of Medicare supplement insurance. Medigap policies are sold by private insurance companies to fill gaps in Original Me...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Some people think that Medicare and Medicaid are the same. Actually, they are two different programs. Medicaid is a state-run program that provides hospital and medical coverage for people wi...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Home health care is short-term skilled care at home after hospitalization or for the treatment of an illness or injury. Home health agencies provide home care services, including skilled nurs...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Here are questions to ask when considering a home health agency. - Is the agency Medicare-approved? - How long has the agency served the community? - Does this agency provide the services...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Here are some questions to ask when considering choosing a nursing home. You may want to make surprise visits at different times of the day to verify conditions. - Is the nursing home Medicar...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What to do for Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Nursing home care can be very expensive. Medicare generally doesn't cover nursing home care. There are many ways people can pay for nursing home care. For example, they can use their own mon...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Medicare does cover skilled nursing care after a 3-day qualifying hospital stay. Skilled care is health care given when the person needs skilled nursing or rehabilitation staff to manage, obs...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Hospice care is a special way of caring for people who are terminally ill (dying) and helping their families cope. Hospice care includes treatment to relieve symptoms and keep the individual ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Medicare and Continuing Care ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "The general number for Medicare is 1-800-Medicare (1-800-633-4227). TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048. You can also visit http://www.medicare.gov. The \"Medicare & You\" handbook is mailed...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Knee Replacement ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "There are many different types and designs of artificial knees. Most consist of three components: - the femoral component, which is the part that attaches to the thigh bone - the tibial component, the ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the complications of Knee Replacement ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "While new technology and advances in surgical techniques have greatly reduced the risks involved with knee replacements, there are still some risks you should be aware of. Two of the most...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is the outlook for Knee Replacement ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Recovery from knee replacement extends long after you leave the hospital. Preparing for recovery requires learning what to expect in the days and weeks following surgery. It requires understand...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Knee Replacement ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "The main reason to have knee replacement surgery is to ease pain and disability caused by arthritis or other joint problems, while preserving movement. Less commonly, it is used to correct some kinds of ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Knee Replacement ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Treatments your doctor will likely recommend before knee replacement include - exercises to strengthen the muscles around the knee and improve flexibility - weight loss, if needed, to redu...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Knee Replacement ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Knee replacement may be either total or partial/unicompartmental. In total knee replacement, as the name suggests, the entire knee joint is replaced. You will likely need a total knee replacement if you ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Knee Replacement ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "A physical therapist will teach you exercises to help your recovery. You can expect some pain, discomfort, and stiffness as you begin therapy, but to get the best results from your new knee, it is import...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the complications of Knee Replacement ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Two of the most common possible problems are blood clots and infection. Other complications, such as new or ongoing pain, stiffness, fracture, bleeding, or injury to the blood vessels can...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the complications of Knee Replacement ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "To reduce the risk of clots, your doctor may have you elevate your leg periodically and prescribe special exercises, support hose, or blood thinners. To reduce the risk of infection, your...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "Who is at risk for Knee Replacement? ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Because a fall can damage your new knee, making your home a safe place is crucial. Before your surgery, look for and correct hazards, including cluttered floors, loose electrical cords, unsecured r...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Knee Replacement ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "You can learn more about knee replacement from the following resources. National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) Information Clearinghouse National Institutes of H...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Have you ever felt dizzy, lightheaded, or as if the room were spinning around you? These can be very troublesome sensations. If the feeling happens often, it could be a sign of a balance problem. Balance...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "How to prevent Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "People are more likely to have problems with balance as they get older. But age is not the only reason these problems occur; there are other causes, too. In some cases, you can help reduce your risk for...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the symptoms of Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Some people may have a balance problem without realizing it. Others might think they have a problem, but are too embarrassed to tell their doctor, friends, or family. Here are common symtoms e...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Your doctor can recommend strategies to help reduce the effects of a balance disorder. Scientists are studying ways to develop new, more effective methods to treat and prevent balance disor...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "A balance disorder is a disturbance of the body systems controlling balance. This disturbance can make people feel dizzy, unsteady, or as if they were spinning. Balance disorders are a common cause of fa...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "How many people are affected by Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "In 2008, an estimated 14.8 percent of American adults (33.4 million) had a balance or dizziness problem during the past year. See statistics about the frequency of balance and other sen...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the symptoms of Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "If you have a balance disorder, you may stagger when you try to walk, or teeter or fall when you try to stand up. You might experience other symptoms such as - dizziness or vertigo (a spinnin...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "There are many types of balance disorders. Three of the most common are BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo), labyrinthitis, and Menieres disease. BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo) is on...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What causes Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Some balance disorders are caused by problems in the inner ear. The part of the inner ear that is responsible for balance is the vestibular system, often refered to as the labyrinth. When the labyrinth bec...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What causes Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Yes. Many prescription medications, such as those used to lower blood pressure, can make a person feel dizzy. Other medicines might damage the inner ear. These medicines, called ototoxic medicines, can mak...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "How to prevent Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "An ear infection called otitis media can cause balance problems. Otitis media is most common in children, but adults can get it, too. You can help prevent otitis media by washing your hands frequently. ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "You can help your doctor make a diagnosis by writing down key information about your dizziness or balance problem beforehand and giving the information to your doctor during the visit. Write down answers...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "In BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo), small calcium particles in the inner ear become displaced, causing dizziness. A doctor, otolaryngologist, audiologist, or physical therapist ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Mnire's disease is caused by changes in fluid volumes in the inner ear. People with Mnire's disease can help reduce its dizzying effects by lowering the amount of salt (sodium) in their die...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "How to prevent Balance Problems ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Scientists are working to understand the complex interactions between the brain and the part of the inner ear responsible for balance. They are also studying the effectiveness of certain exercises as a ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Quitting Smoking for Older Adults ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Many former smokers who are 50 and older say that their main reason for quitting was for their health or due to their doctors advice. Another common reason smokers quit is to be in contr...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What causes Quitting Smoking for Older Adults ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Yes. Smoking is the leading cause of cancer in the United States, and it increases the risk of many types of cancer, including - lung cancer - throat cancer - mouth cancer - nasal ca...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Quitting Smoking for Older Adults ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "One of the keys to successfully quitting is preparation. A great way to prepare to quit smoking is to create a quit plan. Quit plans - keep you focused on quit smoking strategies that ca...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Quitting Smoking for Older Adults ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Quitlines are free, anonymous telephone counseling services. These programs have helped more than 3 million smokers. When you call a quitline, you talk to a trained counselor who can hel...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Quitting Smoking for Older Adults ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "These quit smoking websites offer you free, accurate information and professional assistance to help support the immediate and long-term needs of people trying to quit smoking. The Natio...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "How Tumors Form The body is made up of many types of cells. Normally, cells grow, divide, and produce more cells as needed to keep the body healthy and functioning properly. Sometimes, however, the proces...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "Who is at risk for Prostate Cancer? ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Scientists don't know exactly what causes prostate cancer. They cannot explain why one man gets prostate cancer and another does not. However, they have been able to identify some risk factors that ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the symptoms of Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Symptoms Most cancers in their early, most treatable stages don't cause any symptoms. Early prostate cancer usually does not cause symptoms. However, if prostate cancer develops and is not trea...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "If tests show that you have cancer, you should talk with your doctor in order to make treatment decisions. Working With a Team of Specialists A team of specialists often treats people with c...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Choosing Treatment There are a number of ways to treat prostate cancer, and the doctor will develop a treatment to fit each man's needs. The choice of treatment mostly depends on the stage o...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "what research (or clinical trials) is being done for Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Scientists continue to look at new ways to prevent, treat, and diagnose prostate cancer. Research has already led to a number of advances in these areas. Dietary Res...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "The body is made up of many types of cells. Normally, cells grow, divide, and produce more cells as needed to keep the body healthy. Sometimes, however, the process goes wrong -- cells become abnormal and...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "The prostate is a male sex gland, about the size of a large walnut. It is located below the bladder and in front of the rectum. The prostate's main function is to make fluid for semen, a white substance t...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "How many people are affected by Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer among American men. It is a slow-growing disease that mostly affects older men. In fact, more than 60 percent of all prostate ca...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Sometimes, cancer cells break away from the malignant tumor in the prostate and enter the bloodstream or the lymphatic system and travel to other organs in the body. When cancer spreads from its original ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What causes Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Scientists don't know exactly what causes prostate cancer. They cannot explain why one man gets prostate cancer and another does not. However, they have been able to identify some risk factors that are asso...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "Who is at risk for Prostate Cancer? ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Age is the most important risk factor for prostate cancer. The disease is extremely rare in men under age 40, but the risk increases greatly with age. More than 60 percent of cases are diagnosed in ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "Who is at risk for Prostate Cancer? ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Yes. Race is another major risk factor. In the United States, this disease is much more common in African American men than in any other group of men. It is least common in Asian and American Indian...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "Who is at risk for Prostate Cancer? ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Scientists have wondered whether obesity, lack of exercise, smoking, and radiation exposure, might increase risk. But at this time, there is no conclusive evidence that any of these factors contribu...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the symptoms of Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "- a need to urinate frequently, especially at night - difficulty starting urination or holding back urine - inability to urinate - weak or interrupted flow of urine a need to urinate frequen...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the symptoms of Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Yes. Any of the symptoms caused by prostate cancer may also be due to enlargement of the prostate, which is not cancer. If you have any of the symptoms mentioned in question #10, see your docto...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "How to diagnose Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Doctors use tests to detect prostate abnormalities, but tests cannot show whether abnormalities are cancer or another, less serious condition. The results from these tests will help the doctor decide wh...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "How to diagnose Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "The doctor may order other exams, including ultrasound, MRI, or CT scans, to learn more about the cause of the symptoms. But to confirm the presence of cancer, doctors must perform a biopsy. During a bi...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "There are a number of ways to treat prostate cancer, and the doctor will develop a treatment to fit each man's needs. The choice of treatment mostly depends on the stage of the disease and t...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Surgery, radiation therapy, and hormonal therapy all have the potential to disrupt sexual desire or performance for a short while or permanently. Discuss your concerns with your health care ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "With watchful waiting, a man's condition is closely monitored, but treatment does not begin until symptoms appear or change. The doctor may suggest watchful waiting for some men who have pro...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Surgery is a common treatment for early stage prostate cancer. It is used to remove the cancer. The surgeon may remove the entire prostate -- a type of surgery called radical prostatectomy -- or, in some ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Radiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. Doctors may recommend it instead of surgery or after surgery to destroy any cancer cells that may remain in ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Hormonal therapy deprives cancer cells of the male hormones they need to grow and survive. This treatment is often used for prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Someti...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Regardless of the type of treatment you receive, you will be closely monitored to see how well the treatment is working. Monitoring may include - a PSA blood test, usually every 3 months to ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Prostate Cancer ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Through research, doctors are trying to find new, more effective ways to treat prostate cancer. Cryosurgery -- destroying cancer by freezing it -- is under study as an alternative to surgery...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "Who is at risk for Prostate Cancer? ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Researchers are studying changes in genes that may increase the risk for developing prostate cancer. Some studies are looking at the genes of men who were diagnosed with prostate cancer at a relativ...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Dry Mouth ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Dry mouth is the feeling that there is not enough saliva in the mouth. Everyone has dry mouth once in a while -- if they are nervous, upset, under stress, or taking certain medications. But if you have dry mout...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What causes Dry Mouth ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "People get dry mouth when the glands in the mouth that make saliva are not working properly. Because of this, there might not be enough saliva to keep your mouth healthy. There are several reasons why these gland...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What are the treatments for Dry Mouth ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Treatment for Dry Mouth Dry mouth treatment will depend on what is causing the problem. If you think you have dry mouth, see your dentist or physician. He or she can help to determine what is cau...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Dry Mouth ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Dry mouth is the condition of not having enough saliva, or spit, to keep your mouth wet. Everyone has dry mouth once in a while -- if they are nervous, upset, or under stress. But if you have dry mouth all or m...
[ { "from": "human", "value": "What is (are) Dry Mouth ?" }, { "from": "gpt", "value": "Saliva does more than keep your mouth wet. It helps digest food, protects teeth from decay, helps to heal sores in your mouth, and prevents infection by controlling bacteria, viruses, and fungi in the mouth. Sa...