For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Amenorrhea rarely poses any immediate threat to your health, but sometimes it may signify a significant underlying condition that may affect your reproductive health. Amenorrhea is a condition in which there is an absence of a menstrual period.
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We think about bacteria as harmful, disease-causing, invisible creatures. But actually, only a few species are dangerous. The majority of bacteria are good, and without them, life on Earth wouldn’t be possible.
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C-reactive protein, or CRP, is a complex set of proteins produced by the liver. Your body makes more CRP when a major infection or trauma occurs in any area affecting the immune system. Along with an underlying medical cause, lifestyle habits and genetics regulate the amount of CRP produced.
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Your ankles carry a lot of force and weight everyday, especially if you work in a job where you are on your feet all day or if you perform high-impact exercises like running or competitive sports. The ankle bone connects the shin bone to the 28 bones and 30 joints of the foot.
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When you have menstrual cramps, sometimes all you want to do is lie down and hope they go away; most days, you don’t have that luxury. If you relax with a hot cup of ginger tea, you might find relief from the herb's healing properties. However, you should talk to your doctor before using ginger as a treatment method.
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What you eat affects every system in your body, with the most obvious being the digestive system. Diets heavy on fat and sugar but low on nutrients can lead to some unpleasant gastrointestinal consequences.
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The facet joints in the spine help you to move and twist. The cervical spine facet joints are located in the back and side of the neck. When you injure this area -- such as after experiencing whiplash -- you may feel pain not only in the neck, but also in the shoulders and arms.
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The stench of the durian fruit stands in direct contrast to the smooth, creamy taste of its flesh. Often called the "King of Fruit" in Asian countries, the tropical durian is not a common find on United States grocery store shelves. You might be able to find it in specialty ethnic markets, however.
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Nitrates, naturally occurring compounds consisting of oxygen and nitrogen, are found in soil, water and a number of foods, such as vegetables. Nitrates themselves are not harmful. Cured meats may contain nitrates as preservatives. Once eaten, nitrates convert to nitrite.
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There are many hormone creams on the market that promise weight loss. The most common hormonal cream available for weight loss as of 2010 is progesterone cream. Perhaps the primary reason this is so popular is that it can be bought over the counter at most drug stores.
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Most of the time, hair loss is a gradual process that occurs because of genetics. Genetics, however, is usually not to blame when hair loss occurs suddenly or progresses rapidly. This type of hair loss most often occurs because of stress, a medical condition or even something as simple as excessive shampooing.
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When they become chronic, excessive gas and heartburn are serious quality-of-life issues that may inspire you to re-evaluate your diet and your overall lifestyle. It's possible that losing weight will reduce or eliminate unpleasant symptoms of gas and heartburn -- it's even likely in some cases.
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Magnesium aids in calming the nerves and relaxing the muscles, which in turn can help individuals to fall asleep. Similarly, a deficiency of the mineral is sometimes responsible for the nervousness that prevents sleep.
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Sinusitis is a rather irritating and in some cases even debilitating ailment. It can cause headaches and dizziness, as well as trouble breathing and feeling sick to your stomach. It is not uncommon to experience problems with the skin, particularly in the areas surrounding your sinuses, with sinusitis.
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Fibromyalgia, or FM, is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by a dull, aching pain throughout the body. According to MayoClinic.com, fibromyalgia is difficult to diagnose and is often mistaken for other conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis.
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Omeprazole, a drug sold under the brand name is Prilosec, is a medication used to suppress the production of acid in the stomach.
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Spinal compression is characterized by excessive strain on the disks that serve as cushions between the vertebrae of the spine. This condition can produce symptoms such as back stiffness and pain and cause nerve problems that can affect emotional and cognitive processes.
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The Vicks V400 Cool Mist Humidifier is an impeller humidifier and differs from a standard evaporation device. Evaporation humidifiers use a fan to blow air through a saturated filter. Impeller humidifiers do not have a fan, but instead use a rotating disk to break water into droplets.
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Shin splints occur when stiff or overworked muscles in the lower leg must move beyond their natural range of motion while you run or perform other high-impact exercise. These muscles begin to pull on the tibia bone, causing the pain along your shin. Strength-training exercises can help you prevent shin splints.
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The elderly are susceptible to problems maintaining a stable blood pressure. While high blood pressure is more common, some elderly adults suffer from chronic or intermittent low blood pressure.
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