Not all types of cholesterol are bad. HDL, or high density lipoprotein, is a type of cholesterol that protects the heart and removes unhealthy cholesterol, called LDL cholesterol. According to the Mayo Clinic, the higher a person's HDL cholesterol is, the lower their unhealthy cholesterol usually isl.
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Daflon 500 mg is a prescription-only oral phlebotropic drug indicated in the treatment of venous disease--all conditions related to or caused by veins that become diseased or abnormal--and hemorrhoidal disease, which is dilated veins caused by increased pressure in the rectum.
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In 2002, there were appoximately 100,000 chemicals in commercial use in the United States, according to an April 2002 report from the EPA. That number grows annually as thousands of new chemicals are registered for use in foods, medications, household products and lawn-care products.
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It can be dangerous to drink alcohol while taking certain medications. Drinking wine while taking Flagyl, also known as metronidazole, can cause unpleasant side effects. How consistently these side effects will occur is unclear, however.
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Complaints of pain in the lower calf from a child often elicit concern from parents due to fears of illness or injury. Fortunately, most cases of lower calf pain in children are not a cause for medical concern and resolve within a few minutes to a day or two.
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A tremor is an involuntary muscle movement that is common in the hands. Most people's hands shake very slightly when they move them. Several health concerns can cause more noticeable shaking, but periodic hand tremors are normal and don't typically indicate serious illness.
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The androgen hormone testosterone is secreted in the adrenal glands and ovaries in women and in the adrenal glands and testes in men. The hormone is closely related to optimal sexual performance in both men and women.
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Being constipated can mean that you are either passing stools less often than what is normal for you or are having more difficulty passing them and are straining. There is no common number of times a day to pass stools; it depends on the person.
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Folate and B-12 are members of the B vitamin family, and they help your body produce red blood cells. If you don’t get enough folate or vitamin B-12, you may become anemic and your blood pressure may drop to below-normal levels. You can treat deficiencies with changes in your diet or vitamin B supplements.
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It can be disturbing to develop cold feet while you are exercising, particularly if symptoms are new. Exercise-related cold feet can be caused by many factors and conditions, some that require medical intervention.
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Charles Darwin, the 19th century biologist who was behind the theory of evolution, was diagnosed with several afflictions during his lifetime, including lactose intolerance.
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People who exercise might expect to feel muscle soreness after a workout, but not sudden pain in the hip. In most cases, sudden hip pain after exercise results from an injury to a muscle or bone in or around the hip.
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A bulging or swelling can indicates that the contents have been infected with Clostridium botulinum, a bacteria that is responsible for botulism. Bulging or swelling cans should never be opened, sniffed or consumed. Commercial and homemade products are all at risk for botulism, as are jarred products.
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Diarrhea is characterized by watery, loose stools occurring more frequently than usual, according to MayoClinic.com. Diarrhea may be the result of several conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, diseases, viruses or bacteria and parasites.
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White spots or blotches on your elbows can have a variety of causes. In fact, a white patch on the skin should not be a cause for alarm. In most cases, the blotches are likely mild eczema or a superficial yeast infection.
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Epidermoid cysts, commonly called sebaceous cysts, are bumps that develop beneath the surface of the skin, particularly the skin of the face, neck and trunk. Sebaceous cysts typically aren't dangerous, although large cysts, especially on the face, may affect appearance or interfere with daily life.
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Ingrown nails can occur anywhere on the body. But when the nails develop on the thumb, they can be very painful and difficult to tolerate while continuing through your daily routine.
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Creatine is an organic substance in the body that is synthesized in the liver and kidney from essential amino acids. It is then transported through the blood to the muscles. According to MayoClinic.com, about 95 percent of the body's store of creatine is located in the skeletal muscles.
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If you suffer from gastritis or its complication, peptic ulcer disease, you may be wondering whether certain foods can heal these conditions. Gastritis, or inflammation in the lining of the stomach, can be triggered by treatment with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like aspirin or ibuprofen.
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Rubbing alcohol is the common name for isopropyl alcohol, also called isopropanol. This compound is chemically related to ethanol, or drinking alcohol; however, unlike ethanol, it should not be consumed recreationally.
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