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21. Diabetes
(Diabetes)
... be very helpful. And you may find that others have great tips to share about diabetes management. Your doctor may know of a local support group, or you can call the American Diabetes Association at 800-DIABETES ...
22. Yellow fever
(Yellow fever)
... in these areas, it doesn't mean you're risk-free. It's possible that local populations have been vaccinated and are protected from the disease, or that cases of yellow fever just haven't been detected ...
23. Osteoporosis
(Osteoporosis)
... any support groups in your area. Or contact the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) at 800-231-4222 for a list of local support groups. If there isn't a group in your area, the NOF support group coordinator ...
24. Osteomyelitis
(Osteomyelitis)
... An open biopsy requires anesthesia and surgery to access the bone. In some situations, a surgeon inserts a long needle through your skin and into your bone to take a biopsy. This procedure requires local ...
25. Myoclonus
(Myoclonus)
...  Variable in intensity and frequency Localized to one part of the body or all over the body Sometimes severe enough to interfere with eating, talking or walking When to see a doctor If your myoclonus ...
26. Heart attack
(Heart attack )
... having a heart attack, don't hesitate. Immediately call 911 or your local emergency number. If you don't have access to emergency medical services, have someone drive you to the nearest hospital. Drive ...
27. Multiple myeloma
(Multiple myeloma)
... you know, the more active you can be in your care. In addition to talking with your doctor, look for information in your local library and on the Internet. The National Cancer Institute will answer questions ...
28. Delivery: What About the Pain?
(Delivery and Beyond)
... back. If an episiotomy (surgical incision in vaginal area) is needed to ease the baby’s head through the birth canal, a local anesthetic is injected ahead of time to make the area numb. Local anesthetics ...
29. Meralgia paresthetica
(Meralgia paresthetica)
... sensation to the skin surface of your thigh. Tight clothing, obesity or weight gain, and pregnancy are common causes of meralgia paresthetica. However, meralgia paresthetica can also be due to local ...
30. Meniere's disease
(Meniere's disease)
... your inner ear, reduces the balancing function of your ear, and your other ear assumes responsibility for balance. The procedure, which can be performed during local anesthesia in your doctor's office, ...
31. Childhood asthma
(Childhood asthma)
... children with asthma. Chat rooms and message boards on the Internet or a local support group can connect you with parents facing similar challenges and let you know that you and your child are not alone ...
32. Measles
(Measles)
... measles. In addition, if the doctor believes that you or your child has the measles, he or she must report those findings to the local health department. Your doctor is likely to ask you a number of ...
33. Ebola virus and Marburg virus
(Ebola virus and Marburg virus)
... least 60 percent alcohol when soap and water aren't available. Avoid bush meat. In developing countries, wild animals, including nonhuman primates, are sold in local markets. Avoid buying or eating ...
34. Coronary angiogram
(Coronary angiogram)
... amount of hair may be shaved from your groin or arm where the catheter is to be inserted. The area is washed and disinfected and then numbed with an injection of local anesthetic. A small incision is made ...
35. Macular degeneration, wet
(Macular degeneration, wet)
... other travel options. Use public transportation or ask family members to help, especially with night driving. Make arrangements to use local van or shuttle services, volunteer driving networks or ...
36. Brain aneurysm
(Brain aneurysm)
... who complains of a sudden, severe headache or who loses consciousness or has a seizure, call 911 or your local emergency number. Brain aneurysms develop as a result of thinning and degenerating artery ...
37. Broken nose
(Broken nose )
... inside your nasal passage to check for obstruction and further signs of broken bones. Your doctor may use anesthetics — either a nasal spray or local injections — to make you more comfortable during the ...
38. Celiac disease
(Celiac disease)
... there are an increasing number of gluten-free products on the market. If you can't find any at your local bakery or grocery store, check with a celiac support group or the Internet for availability. In ...
39. Priapism
(Priapism)
... This treatment usually begins with a combination of draining blood from the penis and using medications. Aspiration. After your penis is numbed with local anesthetic, excess blood is drained from ...
40. Wheat allergy
(Wheat allergy)
... doses of a drug called epinephrine (adrenaline). The second dose is a backup in case emergency services aren't immediately available. If someone has signs of anaphylaxis, call 911 or your local emergency ...
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