My friend’s child was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome. What is it?
Asperger's syndrome is a disease that is grouped into the spectrum of Autism. It is similar to other types of Autism, but in this syndrome their language development is normal, although they do struggle with social language, such as understanding sarcasm. They will frequently have hyper focus, meaning that they are only focused on one thing, that they involve their entire life around.
Expert: Children's Mercy Family Health.
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Managing COPD
by Dean Heller MD October 7th, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
My COPD symptoms always seem to worsen this time of year. What can I do to decrease these symptoms?
As you know you have COPD, I assume that you do not smoke any longer. That is the most common cause of COPD, which is a chronic lung disease. The most common symptoms are shortness of breath and cough. It is true that we see a winter peak in COPD exacerbations. One of the reasons for this is transmission of mild upper respiratory illnesses in the winter, and around holidays, and this puts you at risk. If you can avoid large crowded places when possible, always wash
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As you know you have COPD, I assume that you do not smoke any longer. That is the most common cause of COPD, which is a chronic lung disease. The most common symptoms are shortness of breath and cough. It is true that we see a winter peak in COPD exacerbations. One of the reasons for this is transmission of mild upper respiratory illnesses in the winter, and around holidays, and this puts you at risk. If you can avoid large crowded places when possible, always wash
Depression Symptoms
by Dean Heller MD September 16th, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
I have been seeing my doctor for many problems recently, but all the testing has been normal. He has suggested that the symptoms may be related to depression. Is that possible?
Yes, the mind is very powerful. People can have many different symptoms from depression including fatigue, pain, lightheadedness, and shortness of breath. If your doctor has ruled out other causes for your symptoms, then certainly, depression maybe the cause.
Expert: News Canada
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Yes, the mind is very powerful. People can have many different symptoms from depression including fatigue, pain, lightheadedness, and shortness of breath. If your doctor has ruled out other causes for your symptoms, then certainly, depression maybe the cause.
Expert: News Canada
To learn more about depression, watch this video from VideoMD.com.
Heartburn
by Dean Heller MD August 19th, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
My schedule recently changed, so I work later, and I get home and eat dinner later. I have been getting heartburn at night recently, and my wife says I have been coughing in bed. What should I do?
It sounds like you are correct that you have developed "heartburn." These symptoms are related to acid refluxing back into your esophagus. Eating larger meals later in the evening can certainly be playing a significant role. The cough is also likely related; some people even experience chest pain from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), the disease that frequently causes heartburn. Eating earlier in
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It sounds like you are correct that you have developed "heartburn." These symptoms are related to acid refluxing back into your esophagus. Eating larger meals later in the evening can certainly be playing a significant role. The cough is also likely related; some people even experience chest pain from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), the disease that frequently causes heartburn. Eating earlier in
Parkinson’s
by Dean Heller MD May 12th, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
My father has severe Parkinson's, and the medicines that his doctor has him taking are not helping anymore. The medicines just wear off too quickly. Is there anything else that can help?
There has been a treatment that has been used for a number of years called "Deep Brain Stimulation." It can help people that are in your dad's situation, as it improves the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease. It is very helpful when medicines fail to improve symptoms for too long a time taking the medicine. It is basically like a pacemaker for the brain.
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There has been a treatment that has been used for a number of years called "Deep Brain Stimulation." It can help people that are in your dad's situation, as it improves the symptoms of Parkinson's Disease. It is very helpful when medicines fail to improve symptoms for too long a time taking the medicine. It is basically like a pacemaker for the brain.
To learn more about Parkinson's, watch