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149. What are the warning signs and symptoms of a heart attack or stroke?

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Myocardial infarction (heart attack) warning signals can include:

1.     Chest pain or discomfort: Commonly described as a pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain in the middle of the chest that may persist for a few minutes or fade and come back.

2.     discomfort or pain in other places: The back, neck, jaw, arms (particularly the left arm), or stomach may also be affected in addition to the chest.

3.     Shortness of breath: Breathing problems or a sense of being out of breath, frequently accompanied with chest pain.

4.     Nausea, vomiting, or indigestion: Some people, especially women, may experience nausea, vomiting, or indigestion.

5.     Sweating: excessive sweating that is unconnected to physical effort.

6.     Fatigue: Extreme or unusual exhaustion or a lack of energy.

7.     Light-headedness or dizziness: Feeling faint, lightheaded, or dizzy; this can occasionally be followed by shortness of breath.

The acronym FAST can help you remember the warning signals of a stroke (brain attack):

1.     Face drooping: The face may droop or get numb on one side. Observe the person's smile to see if it is uneven.

2.     Arm weakness: One arm may start to feel numb or weak. Ask them to raise both arms and watch to see if one arm falls.

3.     Speech difficulties: Slurred speech, speaking difficulty, or trouble understanding speech are all examples of speech issues. To determine if the person's speech is aberrant, ask them to repeat a short sentence.

4.     Time to call emergency services: It's crucial to take immediate action and contact emergency services if you notice any of these indicators. Treatment for strokes must begin immediately.

Note that not all people will experience the same heart attack or stroke symptoms, and they may not always be severe or present simultaneously. It's vital to be aware of any unusual or persistent symptoms and seek medical assistance right away because women may suffer distinct or abnormal symptoms.

150. Can you get a cold from taking too many antibiotics?

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·        No, using excessive amounts of antibiotics doesn't cause the common cold. Usually, a viral infection—most frequently the rhinovirus—causes the common cold. Antibiotics, not viral diseases like the common cold, are intended to treat bacterial infections. Therefore, using large amounts of antibiotics or taking them without a legal prescription won't stop or cure a cold.

·        Only bacteria are affected by antibiotics; viruses remain unaffected. Antibiotic resistance, which happens when bacteria acquire the ability to live and multiply in the presence of antibiotics, can actually be caused by the overuse or improper use of medicines. Future bacterial infections may be more challenging to treat as a result.

·        It's crucial to only take antibiotics as directed by a doctor, and to adhere to their recommendations for dosage and length of therapy.

·        It's better to concentrate on supporting measures like rest, hydration, and over-the-counter medications to relieve symptoms if you have a cold.

151. What are some undesirable effects of ketosis?

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While ketosis is by and large thought to be protected and valuable for some people, there can be a few unfortunate impacts related with this metabolic state. It's vital to take note of that the seriousness and event of these impacts can fluctuate among people. Here are a few expected unfortunate impacts of ketosis:

1. Keto influenza: While progressing into ketosis, certain individuals might encounter side effects normally alluded to as "keto influenza." These can incorporate weakness, cerebral pain, mind haze, unsteadiness, queasiness, peevishness, and trouble dozing. These side effects are normally transitory and die down as the body adjusts to ketosis.

2. Digestive issues: A few people might encounter gastrointestinal issues, like stoppage, the runs, or changes in solid discharges while following a ketogenic diet. This can be because of diminished fibre consumption, changed stomach microbiota, or lacking hydration.

3. Nutrient inadequacies: Since the ketogenic diet confines a few nutrition types, there's a gamble of supplement inadequacies on the off chance that the eating routine isn't even and needs assortment. For instance, in the event that you're not consuming an adequate number of vegetables, organic products, and entire grains, you may not be getting adequate nutrients, minerals, and fibre.

4. Increased cholesterol levels: The ketogenic diet frequently prompts expanded utilization of dietary fats, including soaked fats. While certain examinations propose that the ketogenic diet might further develop cholesterol profiles by expanding HDL (great) cholesterol and lessening fatty oils, it can likewise raise LDL (terrible) cholesterol levels in certain people. Observing lipid levels is fundamental for people with a background marked by cardiovascular sickness.

5. Hazard of ketoacidosis: Ketosis is not quite the same as diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), which is a possibly perilous condition. DKA happens principally in people with type 1 diabetes or high-level phases of type 2 diabetes who have very high blood glucose and ketone levels. Individuals with diabetes should screen their ketone levels and counsel their medical care supplier prior to endeavouring a ketogenic diet.

6. Adherence challenges: The severe idea of the ketogenic diet can make it trying to support in the long haul. Social circumstances, restricted food decisions, and the requirement for cautious feast arranging might present challenges for certain people, possibly prompting sensations of disconnection or dissatisfaction.

It's quite important that large numbers of these unwanted impacts can be relieved by following a very much arranged ketogenic diet, remaining appropriately hydrated, guaranteeing satisfactory supplement admission, and looking for direction from medical care experts or enrolled dietitians when required.

152. What are the signs and symptoms of an increased risk of a stroke or heart attack?

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Both stroke and cardiovascular failure can have covering side effects and chance elements. Here are a few signs and side effects that might demonstrate an expanded gamble of stroke or coronary episode:

1. Chest torment or uneasiness: This is one of the most well-known side effects of a coronary failure. It might feel like strain, pressing, completion, or torment in the focal point of the chest. It can keep going for a couple of moments or come and go.

2. Shortness of breath: Trouble breathing or feeling short of breath can be a side effect of both coronary failure and stroke. It might happen regardless of chest distress.

3. Shortcoming or insensibility: Unexpected shortcoming or deadness, particularly on one side of the body, can be an indication of a stroke. It might influence the face, arm, or leg, normally on one side.

4. Dazedness or loss of equilibrium: Feeling tipsy, woozy, or experiencing difficulty with coordination and offset can happen with both stroke and respiratory failure.

5. Severe headache: An unexpected, serious cerebral pain with no realized reason could be a side effect of a stroke, particularly in the event that it is joined by different signs like shortcoming or deadness.

6. Weariness: Surprising weakness or depletion, even with insignificant actual effort, can be an admonition indication of an expanded gamble of a cardiovascular failure.

7. Chest discomfort or pain in other areas: notwithstanding the focal chest, the distress might stretch out to the arms (especially the left arm), back, neck, jaw, or stomach.

8. Changes in speech or vision: Slurred speech, trouble talking, or unexpected changes in vision (obscured or loss of vision in one or the two eyes) are signs that might show a stroke.

9. Spasmodic heartbeat: Heart palpitations, quick or unpredictable heartbeat, or an impression of "vacillating" in the chest can be indications of an expanded gamble of a respiratory failure.

10. Hypertension: Hypertension is a critical gamble factor for both stroke and respiratory failure. Checking pulse consistently is vital for recognizing an expanded gamble.

Recall that these side effects can change among people, and certain individuals may not encounter any side effects whatsoever before a stroke or coronary failure. Assuming you or somebody you know encounters any of these signs, it is essential to look for guaranteed clinical consideration by calling crisis administrations. Early mediation can essentially further develop results in these perilous circumstances.