Epidurals are an effective form of pain relief and anesthesia in laboring women and patients undergoing certain surgical procedures. Epidurals are administered by specially trained doctors known as anesthesiologists.
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Amlodipine besylate is a medication in a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It is prescribed for angina, a condition characterized by episodes of crushing chest pain, which usually results from a lack of oxygen in the heart muscle due to clogged arteries.
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Colon cleansing is an alternative medicine practice used to eliminate the build up of wastes and toxins in the colon. While there are many purported benefits to cleansing, there are several side effects as well. Some of the most common side effects include nausea, vomiting, bloating, cramping, constipation and fatigue.
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Implantation occurs about six to 12 days after conception, according to the American Pregnancy Association. Implantation is the term used to describe the attaching of the fertilized egg to the woman's uterus, an important first step in the process of developing the fetus into a baby.
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The scary-sounding "sensory deprivation tanks" have gotten a modern makeover and now "floating" is the hot new thing. I tried it out -- this is what happened.
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Whiplash is the term for the sudden jerking of the head in one direction and then in another. Whiplash is most common experienced after a car accident, however rough amusement park rides or severe shaking can also cause it.
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Premenstrual syndrome is more of a grouping of symptoms that occurs in relation to a woman's menstrual cycle than an actual condition all on its own.
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Understand that post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is the result of the inflammation of the skin. It is most commonly a result of the healing process in the skin. As skin tissue heals, cells secrete chemicals called cytokines that help cause new skin to form in the healing area.
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Surgical scars are a constant reminder of illness that has been conquered through a surgical procedure. Some scars are more prominent than others, however, and often do not diminish much after surgery. Treatments are available not only to fade surgical scarring but also to help heal the underlying tissue.
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Sperm are produced in the male testicle (testis). The testis is filled with tiny coiled tubes (seminiferous tubules) through which sperm move as they are produced. Each seminiferous tubule is lined with sperm nurse cells (Sertoli cells) and sperm stem cells (Spermatagonia).
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Instant face-lift tape sounds too good to be true. In a nutshell, you apply it to your forehead to pull the skin up for a smoother appearance. While reviews are fairly mixed for the results, knowing how to use the product properly can increase your chances of a good result.
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Thyroid disease affects millions of people in the United States, according to MedLine Plus. If your thyroid produces too much or not enough hormone, it can lead to problems ranging from weight changes and temperature sensitivity to cardiovascular issues.
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The peripheral, sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems in your body are responsible for calming the nervous system.
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Inflammation is one of your body’s primary defenses against trauma or foreign invasion. Swelling, redness and other signs of inflammation represent part of an automatic reaction to a wide variety of insults, ranging from a minor scratch to a life-threatening infection.
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Most people find that fatty liver disease is "silent" -- it doesn't usually produce any symptoms you particularly notice. A given patient might feel a bit tired, or report a pain in her upper right side, right around her liver. But in most cases, she won't feel any adverse health effects from a fatty liver.
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Your body speaks volumes about your nutrition and health. If you are not getting adequate nutrients from your diet or if you are unable to absorb certain vitamins effectively, you may experience a sore, cracked tongue.
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According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 6.7 percent of American adults suffer from major depressive disorder, or severe depression. For many of these patients, physicians will prescribe the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor sertraline, or Zoloft, to treat their symptoms of depression.
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Choosing food for a diabetic diet can be confusing, especially when it comes to deciding which starches you can safely consume. Diabetics are discouraged from consuming white flour because of its impact on blood sugar, but semolina flour may be permissible in small servings for some diabetic patients.
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You may not be able to enjoy foods that contain tomatoes because you develop joint pain and other symptoms. Tomatoes are considered by the University of Maryland Medical Center to be one of the most common food allergens that may trigger joint pain.
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Stomach pain after eating yogurt is not normal and should be evaluated by your physician. The most common causes of stomach pain after eating yogurt is lactose intolerance, which causes cramping, and a milk allergy, which can cause inflammation in the digestive tract.
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