For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Sore throats are common for adults and children alike. Though they seem to occur most often in the winter, people can get sore throats year round, whenever they are sick or have overused their voice. Other medical conditions and treatments like chemotherapy for cancer can also cause a person to have a sore throat.
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Earaches can affect people of any age. Children often suffer earaches stemming from infections because of an accumulation of too much water from a day in the pool. No matter the age or the cause, earaches are always unpleasant. A common method of relief is the use of hydrogen peroxide.
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Sitting up, crawling, standing and walking are all exciting milestones in your infant's life. With each new milestone, your little one is getting stronger and developing. Help him grow by including exercises in your routine that help encourage muscle strength and nervous system adaptations that lead to development.
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Acupuncture is a practice derived from traditional Chinese medicine, in which needles are inserted through the skin for therapeutic effect. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, acupuncture is generally accepted as a safe treatment.
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Red blood cells are used by the blood to transport oxygen and nutrients throughout the body. These cells die every 120 days, and new cells are made to replace them. Without this constant cycle of cellular birth and rebirth, our tissues, bones and organs would not get adequate oxygen and would begin to deteriorate.
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Many people ingest caffeine on a daily basis, whether through coffee, tea or soft drinks. Energy drinks, chocolate and some medications may also be sources of caffeine. While this habit may not create any problems for most people, caffeine can have an impact on your blood pressure.
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If you spend a significant amount of time at the pool or beach, you have probably suffered from ear pain because of swimmer's ear at some point. Swimmer’s ear, also known as otitis externa, is an infection of the ear canal resulting from a buildup of water.
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Lactaid milk contains enzymes that break down lactose, the sugar in milk that breaks down into two other sugars, glucose and galactose. People with lactose intolerance don’t produce enough lactase enzymes, which break down lactose in simple sugars so it can be digested and used in the body.
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Lumbar fusion is surgery in which your surgeon fuses two vertebrae in the lumbar region -- the lower back. If you have a spinal misalignment, tumors or weakness that is causing pain or discomfort, your doctor might recommend a lumbar fusion to treat the problem.
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Many bodybuilders take Tylenol and other painkillers on a regular basis to counteract pain after working out. Bodybuilders need to consider two types of side effects before taking acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, or other painkillers.
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Fungus belongs to the kingdom Fungi, bacteria to Monera and protists to Protista. Although these organisms are often thought to be detrimental to human health, many of them actually exist in the foods you enjoy, as well as on the body itself.
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Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a type of tendonitis that affects the tendons that join the outside of the elbow with the muscles of the forearm. It typically develops in response to overuse of the elbow and may cause significant pain, explains the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
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Species of Turnera, commonly called damiana, have traditional uses for increasing sex drive, relieving depression and calming anxiety. People harvest Turnera leaves throughout Mexico and Central America, and in parts of South America and the southwestern United States.
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Pain killer drugs, also commonly known as analgesics, come in many forms, each with a different potency and mode of action. The choice of pain killer typically depends on tolerability as well as the severity of the pain.
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Acid reflux can occur by itself or with a variety of other symptoms. Complaints of heartburn, coughing, bloating or nausea are possible in people who experience acid reflux. While any severe or frequent reflux-associated symptoms should be brought to your doctor’s attention, this is especially true for stomach pain.
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Klebsiella bacterial infections cause symptoms that vary depending on the site of the infection. People often develop klebsiella infections because they have impaired immunity from being sick or required medical interventions.
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Coughing is nature's way of removing unwanted particles from the airway. Often, a cough produces mucus, which aids in eliminating the intruder. When the cough is dry and non-productive, it can be due to irritation in the upper respiratory system.
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Although the wear-and-tear type of arthritis, or osteoarthritis, is much more common than rheumatoid arthritis, both frequently affect the hands.
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The statins, also known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, are prescription medications used along with diet and exercise to lower cholesterol. The statins include Lipitor (atorvastatin), Crestor (rosuvastatin), Lescol (fluvastatin), Mevacor or Altoprev (lovastatin), Zocor (simvastatin) and Pravachol (pravastatin).
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People commonly confuse the terms amyl nitrate and amyl nitrite, as both substances are used as street drugs for recreational purposes. Amyl nitrate is a chemical often used as a fuel additive, while amyl nitrite is a prescription medication commonly prescribed for treating angina.
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