Problem: Article: It is possible that breast implants are a great option for you. The procedure can be very effective, and is often the choice that those recovering from breast cancer or other illnesses make. As with any surgery, make sure that you understand the procedure.  Find a doctor with a great reputation and schedule a consultation. Before your appointment, make a list of questions to ask. Read up on the procedure. If you know someone who has openly had breast augmentation, ask them if they would mind giving you some advice. Once you understand your options, think about which is right for you. Do you want silicon or saline implants? How large would you like your breasts to be? Ask yourself these questions, and make sure that you feel comfortable with your own answers. Envision the results and try to imagine how surgery would impact your life. Any medical procedure is bound to have risks. In addition to the general problems that can arise any time you are under anesthesia, make sure that you know the potential problems that can arise with breast implants.  For example, ask what will happen if they rupture. It is also important to ask about the possibility of infection and side-effects such as scar tissue. You should also consider whether or not you plan to (or want to try) breastfeeding at any point in the future. Some women are unable to breastfeed after surgery, so this is definitely something important you want to discuss with your doctor. Also, keep in mind that you will have to get the implants replaced about once every 10 years. Having surgery to increase your breast size is not a simple procedure. When doing your research, make sure to take into account the recovery process. You'll want to make sure you are prepared to take time off from work or school and many of your daily activities.  Talk to your friends and relatives to make sure that you will have a support system to help you out while you recover. You won't be able to lift things for a while--even a bag of groceries might be too much. Recovery is something to ask your doctor about. Make sure to have that talk before you commit to surgery. You are the only one who can decide if surgery is right for you. Make a list weighing the positives and the benefits of taking this step. Are you doing it for yourself, and not another person? Are you physically and emotionally ready to undergo an operation? Ask yourself these, and many other, questions. Don't rush yourself. Think carefully about taking this step and what you hope to gain.
Summary: Do your research. Decide what is right for you. Know the risks. Think about the recovery process. Weigh the pros and cons.

Problem: Article: If getting more sleep and taking steps to improve the quality of your sleep does not help, then you may need to see your doctor for treatment. Keep in mind that sleep paralysis may be a symptom of a bigger problem, such as narcolepsy. Your doctor may prescribe a tricyclic antidepressant, such as clomipramine, to treat sleep paralysis. Tricyclic antidepressants can change your brain chemistry and prevent sleep paralysis by increasing your rapid eye movement (REM) sleep. Ask your doctor about this option as well as the potential risks and side effects of taking tricyclic antidepressants. Side effects may include:  Dry mouth Constipation Problems urinating Sweating Blurry vision Drowsiness Signs of an overdose include sedation, seizures, hypotension, and arrhythmia, which can can be fatal Melatonin is a sleep hormone that our bodies make naturally, but some people do not produce enough. Melatonin is available without a prescription, but you should check with your doctor before taking this medicine. Start with very low doses of melatonin, especially if you are elderly. Only 0.1–0.3 mg per day should help you sleep. If you cannot find a dose this low, try cutting pills in half or quarters. If you are taking any medications, then check with your doctor to see if they might be responsible for your sleep paralysis. Some medications can cause sleep disturbances, so reducing your dosage or trying another medication option might also get rid of your sleep paralysis.
Summary: Make an appointment to see your doctor if sleep paralysis continues. Discuss taking tricyclic antidepressants with your doctor. Talk to your doctor about taking melatonin. Ask about side effects of your other medications.

Problem: Article: Trim a portion of clear tape to a piece just large enough to cover the split. Apply it directly to the crack, using a free finger to hold the crack together. Then, trim off any excess tape.  This method works best when the split in your toenail does not extend down into your nail bed. Severe splits will need more immediate attention. This solution is useful if you split your toenail while at work or on-the-go. It’s not a long-term solution, though. Fix the split at home or go to a professional salon as soon as possible. the crack. If the toenail damage does not extend down into the nail bed, you can file down the crack. For best results, use a clean file and file in the direction of the split. If the split is vertical, file in a single direction to avoid further cracking. File down just slightly past the base of the crack to make sure your nail stays smooth and even. Filing a dry nail can make the split worse. To avoid exacerbating the problem, let your nail soak in warm water for 5 to 10 minutes before filing. If the split does not extend down into your nail bed, you can also glue it together. Apply a small amount of nail glue along the length of the split, and use an orange stick to press the split together until the glue has dried. This typically takes no more than 2 minutes.  Once the split is dry, drip a cotton swab in nail polish remover and rub it along the skin next to your nail to remove any excess glue. After the glue dries, apply a clear top coat to your nail to seal the crack and blend the nail together. Cut a small section of paper off from a tea bag. Apply a base coat or clear topcoat to your nail, and let it dry for about 30 seconds so that it becomes tacky. Press the tea bag paper down so that it covers the split completely, and smooth the paper so that it has no wrinkles or bubbles.   Trim the paper to fit your nail shape, and file it down to blend the paper to your nail. File in the direction of your split. Filing against your split could cause further damage. Then, apply another layer of topcoat to turn the paper translucent. Once the full extent of the split has grown out past the extent of your fingertip, you can safely trim it off. Use a pair of nail scissors to carefully cut just under the split. Then, file your nail down, running the file in a single direction so as to avoid new splits or snags.
Summary:
Hold the nail together with tape for a temporary solution. File down Glue the split together. Use the tea bag method. Trim the split once it has grown out past the fingertip.