Eye surgery, while once a tricky procedure that required working with microscopic structures, is now performed on a regular basis. Eye surgery ranges from corrective procedures to vision-saving surgeries that correct cataracts, glaucoma or eye tumors.
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Running is supposed to increase how far you can go before losing your breath. However, beginners may find that they've hit a wall where they get winded before running far enough to start getting into better shape. There's no one simple solution to this problem, because different causes can lead to this symptom.
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Hyperextension of your toe can result in a sprain, causing pain and a limp with walking and running. You might also experience swelling, decreased range of motion and bruising.
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Malabsorption is the medical term for not digesting and absorbing your food properly. Many types of medical conditions can lead to malabsorption, which typically comes to light when you experience signs and symptoms. Your digestive system is the primary site for many of the signs and symptoms of malabsorption.
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Cholesterol is vitally important to a number of human functions including the production of several hormones and is used in cell membranes. However, high cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease, the nation’s number one cause of death. There are two types of cholesterol.
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Beer does not cause diarrhea in healthy adults. Certain ingredients may cause an allergic reaction in some people that results in diarrhea. The Auckland Allergy Clinic states that barley, hops and yeast may be the cause of some allergic reactions to beer.
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Hemorrhoids are caused by swollen veins within the rectum that cause bulging, burning and pain at the site. Hemorrhoids can be brought about by straining during bouts of constipation as well as excess pressure on the lower extremities during pregnancy.
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Raw oysters might put you in the mood for romance, but if you're not careful they may also put you in the bathroom. If you suffer from diarrhea after eating raw oysters, it may be the result of a shellfish allergy or food poisoning, causing the gastrointestinal tract to quickly rid itself of an unwanted substance.
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Blood clots occur when your blood transitions from a liquid to a solid. This is a dangerous occurrence because a blood clot can break off from a vein and travel to the heart or lung, which can result in death. Exercising frequently is vital to blood clot prevention and treatment.
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Nighttime acid reflux can bring on symptoms of coughing, snoring and burning pain that can disrupt sleep and have a strong negative impact on quality of life.
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Allergic reactions occur when the body's immune system reacts abnormally to a drug, food, or other substance called an allergen. While some allergic reactions require immediate medical attention, minor allergic rashes can often be treated at home -- and typically resolve within a few days.
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The liver is the biggest organ in the human body, weighing about three pounds, states American Liver Foundation. It sits on the right side of your body under your ribs and serves several functions. For instance, it acts as the main detoxifying organ in the body, metabolizes food, stores energy and helps build muscle.
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Diverticular disease affects approximately 30 million Americans each year, according to the Rochester Health website. Diverticulosis occurs when little pockets, which are known as diverticula, form along the colon wall. When these pockets get inflamed or infected, the condition is called diverticulitis.
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Ear infections, also called otitis media, can become severe and cause distress, particularly in infants and children. Infants are more susceptible to ear infections because their auditory canals are more horizontal compared to older children and adults, and this leads to trapped fluids in the ear.
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Topiramate (Topamax) is a medicine used to treat epilepsy and prevent migraines. It decreases overly active brain signaling and is used alone or combined with other antiepileptic medicines to treat seizures. Topiramate is also used to prevent migraine headaches.
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Tobacco use is the major cause of preventable and premature death and disease worldwide, according to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC reports that 46 million Americans age 18 years and older smoke cigarettes, 443,000 smoking-related deaths occur annually in the U.S.
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An antidiuretic is a substance that helps the body retain water. It prevents the kidneys and bladder from removing and eliminating water from the body too quickly. Antidiuretic medicines are used to treat bed-wetting, incontinence and similar conditions. Some herbs have natural antidiuretic properties.
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The differences between Percocet, generically known as oxycodone, and Vicodin, generically known as hydrocodone, are in their chemical compound, purpose and side effects.
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As most women can attest, getting a period during certain situations is very inconvenient. Whether it be due to a tropical vacation, special date or athletic event, many women wish they could skip getting their period for a month.
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Disease pathology encompasses the causes, processes and changes in body organs and tissues that occur with human illness.
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