For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Rosacea, a chronic inflammation of the skin, can cause facial redness, visible blood vessels and breakouts, especially on the skin of the cheeks, nose and chin. Skin care products can make a big difference for those with rosacea. The best products can actually soothe the skin, helping to calm redness and bumps.
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Blood carries oxygen to every cell in your body to allow them to live and function properly. Low blood oxygen levels -- known as hypoxemia -- typically refer to an oxygen level in your arteries less than 80 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg).
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People who have dandruff can be more likely to develop acne, according to the University of Michigan Health Services. The dry skin flakes that are often the most salient symptom of dandruff can clog pores, causing pimples to form on your face and body.
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Shampoos and conditioners are marketed as being formulated to keep hair healthy, shiny and free of dandruff and tangles. Despite this, many shampoos on the market contain ingredients that may actually damage hair and irritate the scalp. In extreme cases, some of these ingredients may even cause or exacerbate hair loss.
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Protein is an essential nutrient needed to build muscle, repair and maintain connective tissue, and synthesize enzymes. Most Americans are not protein deficient, although extreme poverty, old age and vegetarianism are significant risk factors.
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Vomiting occurs frequently in infants and small children. Viral and bacterial infections most often cause vomiting, but acute allergic reactions and chronic conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux can also cause vomiting in an 9-month-old baby.
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Weighing an average of four pounds, the liver is your largest internal organ. It plays a vital role in numerous physiological processes, including metabolic function and blood detoxification.
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If you use dye to color your hair, you might be among the 5 percent of people that develop an allergy to the product. ParaPhenyleneDiamine, or PPD, is found in most commercially produced hair dyes, as is peroxide.
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Melatonin is a natural sleep supplement often used for those with jet lag or other disorders related to circadian rhythms. However, it is possible that in addition to regulating sleep, it may be a useful treatment for some chronic conditions, including high blood pressure.
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Tobacco cigarettes are widely known to be harmful to your health, and their nicotine content makes them addictive. Some of the most common dangers are an increased risk of stroke, coronary artery disease and various lung diseases, including cancer.
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The International Normalized Ratio, or INR, gauges the effectiveness of blood thinning medication such as warfarin. People that are at high risk of blood clot formation, such as those that have suffered heart attacks or strokes, need an INR of about 2.5 to 3.5. However, people with an INR of 2.0 to 3.
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The market for carbonated soft drinks, diet and nondiet, was worth nearly $73 billion in the United States in 2008, according to “Beverage Digest.” Many of these beverages contain phosphoric acid, a substance that has a possible link to several health problems.
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Facial redness after you eat or when it’s hot is called facial flushing. Skin flushing causes your skin to turn bright red in various parts of your body, and the face is a common place to develop flushing.
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The acid/base balance is expressed in terms of pH. An acidic environment has a pH of less than 7.4, whereas a basic or alkaline setting has a pH of greater than 7.4. Molecules that give off hydrogen maintain an acidic pH. In contrast, alkaline molecules attract hydrogen.
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Insulin is a hormone produced by your pancreas to help regulate blood sugar levels. High insulin, or hyperinsulinemia, is when insulin levels remain elevated as opposed to the normal fluctuations of insulin necessary to lower blood sugar in relation to eating.
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Menopause is a natural, hormone-related condition that marks the end of a woman’s childbearing years. Changes associated with this condition can lead to weight gain and make it noticeably more difficult for you to drop unwanted pounds.
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Bipolar disorder is a medical and mental illness that impacts your mood, behavior and daily level of functioning. This illness causes mild to severe bouts of depression and mania or mixed episodes of both.
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Degenerative disc disease (DDD) can be a confusing diagnosis, says Dr. Peter Ullrich, Jr., at Spine-Health.com. Not truly a disease or necessarily progressive in nature, DDD, is a degenerative process that affects the discs between your spinal vertebrae.
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Thumb tendinitis can make daily tasks that are normally taken for granted difficult. You may have pain while writing, typing or texting on your phone. Thumb tendinitis is typically caused by overuse of the muscles that move your thumb.
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Gastroesophogeal Reflux Disease (GERD), also known as Acid Reflux or "heartburn," is a common problem affecting 10 to 20 percent of the population in the United States.
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