Parkinson Disease-Planning for the Future

It’s important to plan now for the changes that will come with Parkinson disease. Key areas to focus on include budgeting for medical, household, and long-term care expenses.

Managing Tension-type Headache Symptoms

A tension-type headache can develop slowly. Being aware of the symptoms helps you recognize a headache early. Then you can act to reduce pain and ease tension. Methods for relieving your symptoms include self-care and medicine.

Treatment for COPD

Your COPD treatment plan will likely include several forms of treatment. These are based on your symptoms and the underlying cause of your COPD.

Ileostomy: Dealing with a Food Blockage

After an ileostomy, it may be harder to digest foods that are high in fiber. Eaten in large amounts, these foods can clump together and cause a blockage. Learn about the signs of a blockage and what to do if you have one.

Ileostomy: Caring For Your Stoma

You need to take care of your stoma and the skin around it (peristomal skin). That means keeping the stoma and the skin clean. It also means protecting the skin from moisture and contact with stool. This helps prevent skin problems and odor.