Neuropathies are disorders or dysfunction of the peripheral nerves--those outside the brain and spinal cord. Hereditary diseases, trauma, toxins, infections, medications and systemic and autoimmune diseases can all cause neuropathy in which sensory and motor functions -- muscle movement and strength -- can be impaired.
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In order to successfully treat your swollen testicles, it is imperative to know the underlying cause.
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While it becomes difficult for elderly men and women to bend over and take care of their own feet and toenails, there are a number of diseases and conditions that become more serious and are more prevalent among the elderly, report doctors at Toback Podiatry.
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People with sinus problems often experience congestion, irritation, runny nose, frequent cough and facial pressure. The condition can be caused by a wide variety of factors, from seasonal allergies to food sensitivities. In fact, there are a few suggested connections between sinus problems and carbohydrates.
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Hair loss can be devastating for many people. Your hair is often one of the first things people notice about you, and if it's falling out and noticeably thinning, you might understandably feel self-conscious and even unattractive. Fortunately, some causes of hair loss are relatively easy to address.
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Kidney stones, hard deposits of minerals and acid salts that form inside the kidneys, can be very painful. Several things can cause kidney stones, including over-concentration of the urine, metabolic or genetic disorders, and infections.
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Antibiotics are routinely prescribed to treat infections, and the kind your physician prescribes depends on the type of germ that’s likely to have caused your condition. It’s important to take your antibiotic exactly as instructed. This may include avoiding certain food-drug interactions, some of which involve fruits.
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Running is an effective cardiovascular exercise that can help you burn calories quickly and reduce your chance of contracting conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease. If you want to lose weight, running regularly can help you reach your goals.
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Inositol, sometimes known colloquially as "vitamin B-8," is a beneficial nutrient that has been implicated in the treatment of some behavioral or emotional disorders. Your body can produce inositol by breaking down glucose, and does not rely on inositol in your diet.
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Tears, which are made up of water, oil, mucus, antibodies and protein, according to the Mayo Clinic, lubricate the eyes and keep them moist. The components of tears are made in glands around the eye; a disturbance in any part of tear production results in dry, gritty, red or irritated eyes.
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Swiss Kriss is an herbal laxative used to treat mild constipation and improve bowel regularity. The tablets contain peach and strawberry leaves, anise and caraway seeds and hibiscus and calendula flowers.
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During pregnancy, hormone levels change. In the case of progesterone, levels begin to change as soon as you ovulate. After ovulation, the remnant of the follicle that contained the egg, called the corpus luteum, produces progesterone.
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If you're scheduled for a colonoscopy, it's crucial for you to clean out your bowel. This is done by taking a bowel prep medication and adhering to a liquid diet for at least 12 hours prior to the colonoscopy. A colonoscopy is a visual examination of your large bowel, so it must be free of food matter.
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Magnesium is found in large quantities within the human body and serves many purposes. It is responsible for upholding the work of nerves and muscles, regulates heart rate and strengthens bones.
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A pulmonary embolism is a blood clot or other material lodged in your lung artery, according to MayoClinic.com. Usually, blood clots in the lungs result when clots located in deep leg veins break off and travel to the lungs.
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Keratoconus is a rare vision disorder that affects the shape of the eye. As of early 2011, the cause is unknown. At its worst, the condition causes the cornea to bulge, thin and shape-shift images into barely recognizable blobs. Remedies include corrective vision aids, and as a last resort, corneal transplant.
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When you have a toothache, it can seem as though your whole mouth hurts. Indeed, toothaches can affect other parts of your mouth, including your cheeks. Symptoms that accompany a toothache can help your dentist determine the cause. Visit your dentist at the first sign of a toothache.
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Statins are frequently prescribed medications used to lower cholesterol. They do so by blocking enzymes necessary to produce cholesterol. Doctors may prescribe statins if your total cholesterol exceeds 240 mg/dL, or if your LDL, or “bad” cholesterol, exceeds 130 mg/dL.
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Cortisol is a hormone produced by the human body, designed to help the body deal with mental and physical stress. Also known as the "stress hormone," cortisol increases in the blood rise as an individual feels either physical, emotional or mental stress.
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If all or part of the large intestine requires removal due to disease or cancer, the end of the small intestine -- the ileum -- temporarily connects to the outside of the body through a small hole in the abdominal wall. Stool collects in special bags over this opening.
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