A stroke is an interruption of blood flow to a portion of your brain, caused by blockage or opening of an artery or blood vessel. Depending on the area of the brain that is affected, a stroke can cause cognitive problems, physical impairment or difficulty speaking.
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Lisinopril is a prescription mediation used to treat conditions such as high blood pressure and heart failure. Doctors also prescribe it to help improve the odds of survival after someone suffers a heart attack, MedlinePlus reports.
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Dairy intolerance is a general term used to describe adverse reactions that occur when you consume products that contain milk. Back and buttock pain is most likely related to a milk allergy, which can cause tension and pain in any part of your body.
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People with diabetes can eat small amounts of molasses as part of an overall healthy diet. According to the American Diabetes Association, the amount of carbohydrate consumed has a greater impact on blood sugar than does the type of carbohydrate consumed -- in this case, molasses.
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The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck, below the larynx. The gland consists of follicular cells that produce the hormones — thyroxine and triiodothyronine — which play an important role in metabolism.
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Aromatherapists have used essential oils for healing a variety of physical and mental complaints since ancient times. Peppermint essential oil was used by the ancient Greeks, Egyptians and Romans and is currently used for a myriad of purposes.
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Between-meal snacks may play a crucial role in your diet plan if you feel hungry and need an energy boost during the day. The calories in these foods, however, can quickly add up if you are not careful. With a considerable amount of fat, sesame sticks are no exception and should be eaten in small portions.
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Shellfish and other seafood have been previously classified as high cholesterol foods. However, according to Yale New Haven Hospital, those claims don't entirely stand up. Much of the excess cholesterol from seafood comes from polyunsaturated fats, which are actually beneficial to heart health.
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If you have become light-headed or felt tingling in your arms during exercise, you are probably concerned about your health. Although you may not have a health condition if you experience these symptoms, you should treat them seriously.
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Mucinex, whose generic name is guaifenesin, loosens up phlegm or mucus in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough it out. The expectorant is used to treat congestion due to infection, allergies or colds.
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Parasite invasion usually occurs from the consumption of contaminated food or liquid. Bites from pests such as tics and mosquitoes is another common origin. Infection is common in young children, who tend to interact with parasite-infested environments such as gardens and playgrounds.
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Anxiety is described as a general feeling of worry, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
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Estradiol is the most common form of a type of hormone known as estrogen. This hormone is present in both men and women but has most of its function in women. Estradiol helps drive the menstrual cycle and is also involved in bone strength and in puberty.
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Hip replacement surgery is also called a total hip arthroplasty. Included in the hip is a ball and socket joint, which is made of bone. In hip replacement surgery, the ball and socket joint is replaced with ball and joint components made of synthetic material.
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Pinched nerves can cause much discomfort, especially in the hip where the nerve is used in movement. According to the National Institutes of Health, a pinched nerve is defined as damage or injury to the nerve, such as through compression, constriction or stretching.
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Asthma is the result of inflammation and constriction of the bronchial tubes. Allergens, environmental irritants and even stress can cause symptoms of asthma. If untreated, asthma can start with mild symptoms such as a cough or wheezing, and then escalate into an asthma attack.
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If you are struggling with dry eyelids, your first step should be a trip to the eye doctor or dermatologist to make sure there is no underlying problem.
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Dental veneers consist of thin, customized, tooth-colored coverings that qualified dentists bond to the outer surface of teeth. Dental veneers can correct problems related to the color, length, size and shape of teeth when properly constructed and attached.
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Knowing when to switch birth control pills can be fairly obvious for some women. Other women may not realize the effect her pills are having on her and continue taking them. Annual appointments with a health-care professional are important in helping a woman identify potential reasons to change birth control pills.
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Cedar allergy, or cedar fever, is a form of seasonal allergic rhinitis that shares the usual hay fever symptoms.
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