Scleroderma is a condition in which a type of connective tissue in the body called collagen is overproduced. It can be localized, leading to hardened patches or bands of skin, the tissue that lies immediately below the skin and sometimes the muscles of the arms, legs or forehead.
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Earache may occur on its own or as a common side effect of ear infection (otitis media). While the treatments for ear infection are varied, the pain may be easily remedied with ear drops. There are many brands of ear drops on the market, both over-the-counter and prescription.
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Earwax candling, also called candling, coning or auricular candling, involves inserting a specially designed candle into the ear canal. The candle is made of unbleached linen or cotton soaked in beeswax or paraffin, explains Lisa Roazen, M.D.
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Natural Calm is a supplement developed through Peter Gillham’s Natural Vitality line of products. Natural Calm contains both calcium and magnesium in order to provide the user with a natural stress reliever. Natural Calm is also purported to keep the heart healthy.
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Gluten is a protein found in many different grains, including wheat, rye, oats and barley. Individuals who develop an allergy to gluten -- a condition called celiac disease -- are unable to consume foods containing this protein without enduring gastrointestinal pain, including diarrhea in some cases.
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Pain in the lower right side of you stomach that occurs with bloating may be related to more than one condition. Although pain on the lower right side is commonly associated with an infection in your appendix, it is not accompanied with bloating. Call your doctor for further evaluation to rule out appendicitis.
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Coumadin is a brand-name for the drug warfarin and is prescribed to patients at risk for blood clots. It is an anticoagulant and designed to thin the blood.
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Abdominal bloating occurs when your stomach area feels full and tight. You may notice some swelling in the abdomen. Common causes include PMS, overeating, lactose intolerance, constipation and irritable bowel syndrome. Along with dietary changes, exercises can help relieve bloating symptoms.
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Many health benefits are associated with drinking a moderate amount of alcohol each day -- such as lowering blood pressure, improving insulin sensitivity and reducing risk of developing cancer and heart disease. However, excessive alcohol intake can have negative health effects, such as liver disease and cancer.
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Also commonly known as your collarbone, your clavicle is the bone that rests across your shoulder and connects to the top of your arm bone and shoulder blade.
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While many people relate chest pain to cardiac problems, this may not be the case. If you experience a burning pain in your chest post workout, the cause is often not serious, and can be treated safely at home. However, if the pain is severe or you are uncertain about its cause, consult your physician immediately.
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Earwax buildup can easily block the ear canal and result in uncomfortable ear pressure. A small amount of hydrogen peroxide, or a simple mixture of hydrogen peroxide and water, can usually relieve this condition by breaking up the earwax and allowing the blockage to drain from the ear.
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The plantar fascia is a thick fibrous band of connective tissue that originates at the heel bone and runs the entire length of the sole. It helps maintain the arch system of the foot and plays a role in your balance and phases of your gait.
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Nasal irrigation with saline solution may be used to treat allergies, sinus discomfort, colds or congestion. Typically, nasal irrigation requires a small pot, called a Neti pot or a device called a pulsatile irrigator.
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Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is one of the most common digestive complaints, making up between 20 and 50 percent of all digestive-related visits to the doctor in the U.S., according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
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Anesthesia may worsen cold symptoms, and having a cold may increase the likelihood of developing breathing-related complications during or after anesthesia.
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Blood pressure is determined by the amount of blood your heart pumps and the amount of resistance to blood flow in arteries. The higher the blood volume and the narrower your arteries are, the greater your blood pressure will be.
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Stomach polyps, also called gastric polyps, are small growths that collect along the interior lining of the stomach.
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There are numerous causes of upper right chest and neck pain. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health, or NIH, many people with chest and neck pain fear a heart attack, although there are many other possible causes of discomfort in these areas.
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Co-codamol is a pain killer used to treat mild to moderate pain in adults and children over 12 years of age and it has side effects that affect several body systems. It is made up of a combination of codeine phosphate, an opioid, and paracetamol, or acetaminophen.
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