For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
In prediabetes and diabetes, blood sugars need to be kept as close to a normal range as possible. Monitoring your own blood sugar is the only way to tell if you are keeping your day-to-day readings -- both before and after meals -- within an acceptable range.
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Botulism is a rare but serious foodborne illness most commonly caused by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. Eating foods infected with this nerve toxin can cause paralysis and death if not treated, but there are steps you can take to avoid consuming foods contaminated with botulinum.
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The skin plays a critical role in protecting the body, and provides important clues to overall health. A skin rash, for instance, may simply indicate the skin is irritated -- or may signal a more serious health problem.
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Despite the name making it sound like a simple bruise, a bone bruise is a lot more painful and the pain lasts longer than the giant swelling of a bruise on the skin or in the muscle.
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The top surface of the tongue is covered with small pink bumps called papillae. Sometimes these papillae become inflamed, producing white bumps called lie bumps. At other times, small white bumps on the tongue are caused by other conditions, such as canker sores or thrush.
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Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is a common condition that everyone experiences. There are a number of causes of dry mouth. Most produce a dry mouth during both the day and night, but the dryness is often most noticeable when waking up in the morning.
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A peptic ulcer is an open sore in the lining of the digestive tract. Although diet does not cause ulcers, certain foods and beverages may worsen your pain, and a diet rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of ulcers and promote healing.
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Spicy foods can trigger stomach discomfort, particularly in people who already have gastrointestinal disorders. Understanding why the pain occurs can provide insight into strategies to prevent or ease this pain.
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The poison ivy plant can be found in many parts of the United States; approximately half of the population will have an allergic reaction or develop a rash upon exposure.
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While the accumulated safety record for Lipitor is excellent, as with all drugs there are associated side effects in susceptible patients that may become apparent only after long-term usage.
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The antibiotic is chosen based on the bacteria present. Oral antibiotics are taken by mouth, while IV antibiotics are administered through a needle directly into the bloodstream.
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With the help of a nutritionist, we reveal the foods that could be causing your unpleasant body odor.
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If you have too much uric acid in your blood, changing your diet may help. Limiting specific purine-rich foods is one step to lowering uric acid levels, and including certain foods and beverages can also help reduce serum levels of this compound.
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If staying alert and energized is your goal, the same foods might best suit your "avoid" list. Gaining understanding of sleep-related foods can help guide you toward making wise dietary decisions.
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Wearing clothing treated with the insecticide permethrin may protect against tick bites, confirms a new study by researchers at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Who doesnβt want thick, shiny, bouncy hair? While we are typically concerned with the aesthetic look of our manes, the state of our hair can be an indication of overall health. Hair serves a biological purpose. Like our skin, hair helps to regulate body temperature and keep our heads warm.
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Soreness, localized swelling or bruising, decreased mobility and muscle spasms are signs of a pulled chest muscle.
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After a shoulder pull, ice the shoulder, wrap it in an athletic bandage and rest until the pain has subsided.
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When muscle cramps are severe or occur frequently, they may be a sign of a mineral or vitamin deficiency. Toe cramps may be caused by a deficiency of potassium, calcium, magnesium or vitamin D.
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Pain in the neck and back of the head is a common combination of symptoms. There are many causes of pain in the neck and back of the head, ranging from muscle strain to arthritis to uncommon conditions such as meningitis or cancer.
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