Question 1

please tell me what are the usual symptoms of hepatorenal syndrome?

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HRS: refers to acute kidney injury that occurs in the setting of advanced liver failure caused by severe reduction of blood flow to the kidneys accompanied by excessive pooling of blood in the viscera.  Symptoms &amp; signs of HRS include low urine output, rising blood creatinine, no or low proteinuria, and low urine sodium excretion.

Question 2

is there a treatment for hepatorenal syndrome?

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Well,: The ideal treatment of hepatorenal syndrome is liver transplantation; however, other alternative medical/ surgical therapies for patients with hrs until transplantation can be used.

Question 3

with cirrhosis if i had.hepatorenal syndrome..could lightheadedness when rising from sittinga/lying be the only symptom experienced initially?

Accepted Answer

May be, usually more: Hepatorenal syndrome is a late manifestation of liver failure and you would have more symptoms. If you have liver disease do not take acetaminophen. See this site for more information.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000489.htm.

Question 4

what are the signs of triple-x syndrome?

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Triple X: Tall stature, small head, vertical skin folds that may cover the inner corners of the eyes, delayed development of certain motor skills/speech/language, learning disabilities such as dyslexias, weak muscle tone.

Question 5

what are the signs and symptoms of turrets syndrome?

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Let me explain: Inherited neuropsychiatric disorder with onset in childhood, characterized by multiple tics and at least one vocal tic. These tics characteristically wax and wane, can be suppressed temporarily, and are preceded by a premonitory urge. Tourette's is defined as part of a spectrum of tic disorders, which includes transient and chronic tics.

Question 6

what are the signs and symptoms of sjorgren's syndrome?

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Sjogren's syndrome: Two main symptoms are dry eyes and dry mouth. Other symptoms may include joint pain, swelling and stiffness, swollen salivary glands — particularly the set located behind your jaw and in front of your ears, skin rashes or dry skin, vaginal dryness, persistent dry cough, prolonged fatigue.

Question 7

what are signs of cushing syndrome?

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There are many: Many patients have multiple signs & symptoms, including (but not limited to): facial plethora, violet colored striae ("stretch marks"), high blood pressure, glucose intolerance, weight gain, facial roundness, weakness, and "central" obesity (i.e., in the truncal area). Acne, decreased libido,  & menstrual irregularities are common. Detailed exam & testing are necessary to rule out related conditio.

Question 8

what are the signs of toxic shock syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Very sick: Usually fever, very high &gt;102, rigors (not just chills like the flu), low blood pressure, low urine output. It progresses rapidly and can be life-threatening. It can come from an infection in the vagina that gets into the pelvis or from a rapidly spreading skin or soft tissue infection, that is extremely painful-not just a bit painful. Seek attention immediately.

Question 9

what are the first signs of toxic shock syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Fever and rash: Fever, faint sunburn type rash which may not be noticed, sore throat, vomiting, diarrhea,  lightheadedness,  severe weakness, in ability to stand up, just feeling very sick.

Question 10

what are the signs and symptoms of  hellp syndrome?

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HELLP syndrome: Hellp syndrome is a severe form of pre-eclampsia where the liver enzymes are elevated and platlets are dangerously low. This is found on lab work. Blood pressure is high, there is elevated protein in the urine. She may have vision changes, severe headache, vomitting, pain in the upper right belly, and possibly seizures or strokes. Delivery is crucial to save mom, no matter how many weeks till due.

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