For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Fish oil supplements such as cod liver oil capsules contain concentrated doses of omega-3 fatty acids. These healthy fats provide anti-inflammatory and cholesterol-lowering benefits that can help reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, arthritis and other chronic diseases.
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Melanin is what makes up your natural skin tone. Produced by cells called melanocytes, melanin also provides you with natural hair color. When melanin production slows, your hair and skin lighten, which sometimes forms a condition known as vitiligo.
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No matter how nutritious, your favorite foods won't do you any good in their natural, whole state. The nutrients your body gets from food must be small enough to absorb easily into your bloodstream.
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Swelling of the feet and ankles is normal after a long day standing or sitting, such as waitressing or sitting at a desk all day. When swelling occurs for no apparent reason and the legs and feet become reddened, it can indicate a problem.
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Emphysema is a form of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, which occurs when there is damage to the alveoili air sacs in the lungs, MedlinePlus says. The air sacs are usually deformed and do not inflate like those in healthy lungs.
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A number of different injuries and types of pain can affect the knee of a runner. This is due to the shock absorbed by the knee joint when running--the knee, along with the back, are two locations on the body where injuries are common due to the stress placed on them by running.
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The pancreas, a small organ located behind your stomach, produces digestive enzymes that flow through the pancreatic ducts to the small intestine, where they help break down food particles into usable nutrients.
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Many women have a small amount of vaginal discharge, especially during their childbearing years. This discharge is usually a clear, white or slightly yellow fluid secreted by glands in the cervix and vaginal lining.
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The fear of flying is a common phobia. Phobias are classified as an anxiety disorder and a specific fear that individuals experience, according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR).
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Puncture wounds are caused by a sharp object, such as a nail, that penetrates skin layers and leaves behind a piercing in the skin. These wounds are prone to infection, as bacteria can be driven deep inside skin, and can be difficult to clean thoroughly.
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Unfortunately, mental abuse receives far less attention than physical abuse. Mental abuse can be just as devastating as physical abuse, however, particularly in the context of an intimate relationship that relies on trust and respect to function properly.
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Hives occur when specialized immune system cells in the skin, called mast cells, activate. Activated mast cells release inflammatory chemicals, including histamine and others. This causes dilation of nearby blood vessels and leakage of fluid into the superficial skin layer, resulting in hives.
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Low blood pressure or hypotension can refer to any blood pressure below the established normal of 120/80 mmHg as per the American Heart Association.
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Patricia Chan and Mark Zuckerberg have set the goal of curing all diseases in our children’s lifetime
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A herniated or bulging disc is the protrusion of a disc in the spine between two vertebrae, such that it compresses a nerve and creates pain. Herniated disc is the most commonly diagnosed chronic back problem. Certain bodybuilding exercises that put strain on the lower back can aggravate a herniated disc.
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Staph, or staphylococcus, is bacteria with more than 30 different types, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Staphylococcus aureus is one specific type of staph that causes most staph infections like skin infections, pneumonia, food poisoning, toxic shock syndrome, and blood poisoning.
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Gout is a form of arthritis that is often characterized by severe and sudden pain. Most commonly, symptoms of gout are felt in the big toe but can also affect other joints. According to the Purine Research Society, gout is one of the oldest known metabolic diseases and is caused by an overproduction of uric acid.
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Bone spurs and calcium deposits can form after an injury or as a part of aging. Both bone spurs and calcium deposits can cause significant pain and affect joint mobility if they are located in or around joints. When symptoms are severe or interfere with daily activities, medical treatment may be needed.
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Your pancreas secretes enzymes into the small intestines to help you digest food, it also secretes the hormones insulin and glucagon into your bloodstream to help you regulate blood sugar. Chronic pancreatitis is a prolonged inflammation of the pancreas.
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Muscle pain can be caused by starting a new exercise, pregnancy or by simply going about your daily activities. Pain in the upper leg or buttocks often results from muscle pain in the hamstring or glute muscles.
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