Arteries supply leg muscles with the oxygen and nutrients essential for proper function. Atherosclerosis narrows or blocks the vessels, and the diminished blood supply produces symptoms, the earliest of which is pain or cramping during walking.
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Ann Louise Gittleman, Ph.D. is a holistic nutritionist who developed the Fat Flush Plan to increase metabolism, cleanse and support the liver, flush your system and lose fat. The Fat Flush diet has three phases and allows only specific foods and beverages.
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You can measure the severity of road rash by degree, much like you measure burns. First-degree road rash presents with skin redness and needs no treatment. Second-degree road rash results when the outer layer of skin breaks but can heal itself with minimal scarring.
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Some people seem to get stretch marks at the slightest sign of weight gain, while others have resilient skin that resists all stretching.
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Walking or jogging on a treadmill presents the body with the stress of a weight-bearing exercise, which can lead to hip pain as a result of inflammation, sprains or tendonitis. Overuse of your hip muscles and the ensuing pain is usually possible to alleviate with rest, ice packs and ibuprofen.
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Fatty liver disease occurs when excessive fat builds up in the cells of the liver and makes up 5 to 10 percent of the total weight of the organ. Conditions such as alcohol abuse, diabetes, high blood cholesterol levels and obesity increase the risk of fatty liver disease.
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Gas and bloating are possible symptoms of a food allergy, but there is no one food, or group of foods, that specifically causes those issues. However, symptoms of a food allergy can vary from person to person, so it's possible that gas and bloating are the only symptoms that you experience if you have a food allergy.
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Chest congestion in an infant is not an illness in itself but a sign of underlying illness. Chest congestion and runny noses are common in infants, because of the immaturity of their immune systems and exposure to other children with respiratory illnesses.
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Puberty in men and women is due in part by the production and release of testosterone. Contrary to popular belief, this hormone is also produced by women, yet men produce significantly more testosterone than women.
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Lettuce can cause some digestive and bowel complications. Lettuce contains fiber, which is good for avoiding constipation, but it also can cause diarrhea and irritate certain conditions of the digestive tract. Before you decide to omit lettuce from your diet, consult with your physician.
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Stomach ulcers are caused by a certain type of bacteria called Helicobacter pylori, or H. pylori, according to FamilyDoctor.org. H. pylori causes an infection, which leads to the development of ulcers. Acid mixed with other stomach juices contribute to the burning sensation that is often associated with stomach ulcers.
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The body creates scar tissue as a kind of glue to hold damaged tissues together after an injury or surgery. While immensely helpful in the recovery process, scar tissue can build excessively following an ankle injury or surgery, restricting mobility in your ankle.
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When the liver is injured or inflamed, it will release higher than normal amounts of enzymes into the bloodstream which can be detected during routine blood exams. Many prescription medications can cause an elevation in liver enzymes, including a variety of antibiotics.
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Congestive heart failure effects about 5 million people in the United States and is responsible for more than 300,000 deaths annually, according to the website MedlinePlus.
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The cells in your body can’t absorb glucose, the body’s primary source of energy, without insulin. When glucose enters the bloodstream, the pancreas releases insulin. If cells become insulin-resistant, they no longer respond to insulin release by absorbing glucose.
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Acute HIV refers to the 6-to-12-week period when HIV infection first occurs. It is during this time that HIV antibodies develop, creating the virus that attacks the immune system. Over time and without treatment, HIV can lead to AIDS.
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Depo-Provera is the only injectable contraceptive approved for use in the United States, according to the Mayo Clinic. It contains a high dose of progestin, a synthetic form of progesterone. After receiving the shot, a woman should not become pregnant for up to three months.
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High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious cardiovascular condition present in one in three adults in the U.S., according to the American Heart Association. However, various medications can help reduce your readings to a normal level.
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Posture is an important part of preventing problems ranging from back pain to fatigue. When the back is straight, the spine is supported and stabilized, but as you slouch or practice other methods of poor posture, your spine no longer has the support it needs to stay balanced, leading to many health problems.
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Stomach swelling and pain can be very uncomfortable. The swelling makes your clothes tighter and can even cause difficulty breathing. Pain can accompany the swelling and add to the anxiety. Stomach swelling and pain can occur when we least expect it.
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