Learn about the various diseases that affect the tendons, including tendinosis, tenosynovitis, and enthesopathy. Understand their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options to manage tendon pain effectively.
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Bacteria are the oldest and most abundant life form on Earth. These microscopic, single-celled organisms live in all environments -- including in and on the human body. A study published in May 2016 in the "Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the U.S.A."
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Approximately 14.8 million American adults suffer from depression, according to the National Institutes of Health. Sometimes the condition is temporary. The mother of a newborn, for example, may have short-term post-partum depression. But depression can be severe and persistent.
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Ibuprofen is a Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID) that is used to treat pain and fever. It is also sold under the brand names Advil and Motrin and is available over the counter in grocery stores, drugstores and other retail outlets.
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Some conditions that can cause headaches accompanied by dizziness and nausea include concussions and other head injuries, meningitis and vertigo, according to the Mayo Clinic. Medline Plus recommends that anyone with a headache who has been vomiting stay away from solid food for six hours.
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While eggs, milk, nuts, fish, shellfish, wheat and soy account for 90 percent of food allergies, kiwi allergy is not rare -- especially in people with other allergies. Among older children and adults, an allergic reaction to kiwis usually represents cross reactivity to another allergy-provoking substance, or allergen.
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Pau d’Arco is a supplement derived from the bark of the Tabebuia avellanedae tree. It contains the compounds lapachol and beta-lapachone, and has been used traditionally to treat fungal infections, inflammation and certain cancers.
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Essential oils for aromatherapy can be mixed with several substances, including other “carrier” oils, lotions, certain vinegars and even alcohol. Isopropyl alcohol, more commonly known as "rubbing alcohol," is a denatured substance, meaning it cannot be consumed. It is safe to apply to skin, however.
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The breasts are hormonally regulated organs made up of a range of tissue types: lobules, which make and secrete milk; ducts, which carry the milk from the lobules to the nipple; fat and connective tissue, which support the shape of the breast; lymph nodes and blood vessels; and the nipple, which secretes milk during la
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Your skin's pigment is important to helping protect your skin from the sun's rays. Pigment levels can vary among individuals and ethnicities. They can also form discolorations on parts of the skin where pigment clusters, coagulates or disperses from.
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Sore throats are common for adults and children alike. Though they seem to occur most often in the winter, people can get sore throats year round, whenever they are sick or have overused their voice. Other medical conditions and treatments like chemotherapy for cancer can also cause a person to have a sore throat.
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For people with allergies, colds or sinus problems the use of a homemade sinus rinse may bring relief. Delivered to the sinuses by using a neti pot, a small ceramic pot similar to a teapot; a bulb syringe; or irrigation bottle, a homemade sinus rinse can help clear nasal passages and make breathing easier.
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Earaches can affect people of any age. Children often suffer earaches stemming from infections because of an accumulation of too much water from a day in the pool. No matter the age or the cause, earaches are always unpleasant. A common method of relief is the use of hydrogen peroxide.
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Sitting up, crawling, standing and walking are all exciting milestones in your infant's life. With each new milestone, your little one is getting stronger and developing. Help him grow by including exercises in your routine that help encourage muscle strength and nervous system adaptations that lead to development.
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Acupuncture is a practice derived from traditional Chinese medicine, in which needles are inserted through the skin for therapeutic effect. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, acupuncture is generally accepted as a safe treatment.
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Red blood cells are used by the blood to transport oxygen and nutrients throughout the body. These cells die every 120 days, and new cells are made to replace them. Without this constant cycle of cellular birth and rebirth, our tissues, bones and organs would not get adequate oxygen and would begin to deteriorate.
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Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant that is sometimes used to treat epilepsy. It also may be used to lessen symptoms of postherpetic neuralgia, a complication of shingles that affects your nerve fibers and skin and causes burning pain.
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Many people ingest caffeine on a daily basis, whether through coffee, tea or soft drinks. Energy drinks, chocolate and some medications may also be sources of caffeine. While this habit may not create any problems for most people, caffeine can have an impact on your blood pressure.
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If you spend a significant amount of time at the pool or beach, you have probably suffered from ear pain because of swimmer's ear at some point. Swimmer’s ear, also known as otitis externa, is an infection of the ear canal resulting from a buildup of water.
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If the laboratory results of your most recent blood work revealed a total cholesterol level of 225 mg/dL, your doctor will probably tell you that 225 is higher than she prefers to see, even though a total cholesterol level of 225 is just 25 points over what doctors consider safe.
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