A swollen breast is a common condition that occurs in babies, both male and female. One or both of a baby's breasts may become swollen, firm and lumpy within a week after birth. Although this condition may seem peculiar, the swollen breasts usually shrink within a few weeks or months of life.
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According to Princeton University Health Services, approximately 85 percent of the population is sensitive to urushiol, the active ingredient in poison ivy, and will break out in a vesicular rash within 48 hours of exposure. Home remedies may be helpful for relieving symptoms.
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Uric acid is a byproduct of the body breaking down purines in the body. If the body has too much purine, due to natural disposition or from eating purine-rich foods, the level of uric acid in the blood rises.
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The skin of the eyelids is the thinnest of the body, making this area highly vulnerable to irritation. Eyelid irritation commonly provokes itchiness, which can be intensely aggravating and potentially vision-endangering.
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Pine tar, derived from pine trees, is actually impure turpentine, originally obtained by distilling the resins from the split fatwood of pine tree roots. Modern methods of obtaining the resins also include using steam pressure. Pine tar is a thick, brown liquid that carries the scent of pine.
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The knee joint connects the upper leg to the lower leg and is used during many physical activities throughout the day. Overuse, however, makes the knee joint prone to inflammation, which can cause pain in a patient.
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Cerebral palsy describes a neurological disorder in which damage to the brain affects the ability to control muscles and coordinate movement. Most cases of cerebral palsy are classified as congenital, meaning present at birth, caused by brain damage sustained during fetal development or delivery.
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The evaporation of sweating from the skin’s surface cools the body to maintain a normal body temperature. Nerves of the sympathetic nervous system control the output of sweat glands to regulate how much sweat they produce. Eccrine glands, found all over the body including the armpits, secrete a watery, cooling sweat.
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You expected your baby’s gummy smile to transform into a toothy toddler grin but were surprised to discover that his baby teeth weren’t exactly pearly whites. While baby teeth are usually off-white or ivory, a variety of factors can cause babies’ teeth to grow in--or eventually become--discolored, says the Mayo Clinic.
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Dry mouth, also called xerostomia, can cause serious problems that affect the enjoyment of food and the condition of the mouth. Without saliva, food and bacteria linger in the mouth, accelerating tooth decay. In addition, lack of saliva alters the taste of food and prevents the start of digestion.
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There’s a saying that “blood is thicker than water,” but blood that is too thick can be a serious medical issue.
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Catchphrases about milk abound in popular culture, thanks to advertising, and while many point out that milk is good for you, they're sometimes vague about the facts.
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A baker's cyst, also called a popliteal cyst, occurs when synovial (joint) fluid forms behind the knee and creates a visible swelling. You can develop a baker's cyst because of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, a meniscal cartilage tear or other damage to the knee.
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Family history, poor diet, and obesity are just a few of the causes of high blood pressure. Aside from prescription medications, there’s not much a physician can do to reverse or reduce high blood pressure. However, one alternative is the incorporation of coconut oil into your diet.
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Bowel surgery may be necessary if you have polyps, colon cancer, ulcerative colitis or diverticular diseases. Bowel surgery requires colon cleansingand fasting before surgery and dietary progression to allow your digestive tract to heal after your surgery.
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Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that is caused by a spirochete -- a type of bacteria that looks like a corkscrew. Syphilis-causing spirochetes may be passed between individuals via direct contact during sexual intercourse, although this infection may be passed from a mother to her child during pregnancy.
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Your gallbladder is an organ that aids in digestion. Located beneath your liver, it’s a small sac that holds bile, bilirubin, bile salts, fats, proteins and cholesterol. After your liver has filtered out any toxins that you may have ingested, the contents are then transported and stored in your gallbladder.
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Fatigue can be a feeling of sleepiness or lack of energy. Many of you have experienced it for a short while, or maybe for a long period of time. Fatigue can be caused by a number of reasons such as stress, lack of sleep, a medical disorder, intense exercise or even your diet.
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The theory behind a colon cleanse is that it gives your digestive tract a break from its normal functions of breaking down the food you eat so that trapped toxins can be flushed from your system. One of the most popular colon cleanses is based on lemons and is known as the master cleanse.
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Blood glucose levels and potassium share a complex relationship. Certain complications of diabetes, including diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperglycemia, involve both high blood glucose levels and abnormal potassium levels. Some medications can also cause both elevated blood glucose levels and potassium imbalances.
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