Disease Guide: Diagnosis, Symptoms & Clinical Treatment Protocols

For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.

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Side Effects of Crest Whitestrips

Crest Whitestrips is a type of tooth whitening product. A strip of flexible material is coated on one side with a peroxide-based gel that bleaches dark stains on your teeth.

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How to Use Dr. Scholl's Wart Remover

Dr. Scholl's Wart Remover is made with salicylic acid, which is described as a peeling agent by Drugs.com. Using this type of drug to treat a wart is effective because it encourages the outer layer of skin to shed, which eventually causes the wart to fall off, revealing healthy skin. Dr.

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Home Remedies for a Sore Throat With Post-Nasal Drip

The glands in the nose and throat produce mucus on a continuous basis. The American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery points out that the secretions typically amount to between one and two quarts per day.

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Ways to Delay a Menstrual Period

The modern woman gets to choose if and when she menstruates, thanks to medicine's understanding of the human hormonal systems. This means that should you have an important event like a wedding or vacation, you can use hormones to delay your menstrual cycle.

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Side Effects for Hydrochlorothiazide

Hydrochlorothiazide is the most commonly prescribed diuretic, or "water pill," in the United States. It is used to treat conditions such as high blood pressure, heart failure and edema -- excess fluid accumulation.

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Side Effects of Drinking Water With High Haloacetic Acids

Haloacetic acids are chemical compounds that contain chlorine and bromine. They are formed through the disinfection process of drinking water. Drinking water contaminated with haloacetic acids may cause irritation to your eyes and skin and increase your risk of cancer.

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How Much Potassium Do You Need for Leg Cramps?

Almost everyone experiences at least one painful leg cramp at some point in life, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Potassium, a mineral which, if you have a deficiency, could cause leg cramps, plays an important role in muscle contraction.

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Testosterone & Hyperthyroidism

Testosterone is a steroid hormone secreted from the adrenal glands, ovaries and testes. The hormone plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy libido, preserving bone structure and muscle mass and maintaining energy levels. The thyroid gland plays an important role in maintaining natural testosterone levels.

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Can I Take Creatine With High Blood Pressure?

Creatine supplementation is popular among people wanting to increase muscle mass, with Americans spending an estimated $14 million on the supplement annually. (Reference 2) Creatine is safe and beneficial for you to use if you have naturally low creatine levels in your body. One example is if you are a vegetarian.

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A Fever After Excessive Exercise

Working your muscles during exercise generates heat. The more intense and prolonged the exercise, the more heat your muscles generate. Your body dissipates this heat primarily by sweating. As the sweat evaporates, body heat is lost.

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How Much Dry Oatmeal Daily to Lower Cholesterol?

A bowl of oatmeal a day keeps the doctor away -- that new twist on the old adage may have some truth to it. An excellent source of whole grains, fiber-rich oatmeal has a long history as a nutritious, filling morning meal option.

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Exercises to Strengthen the Colon Wall

The colon is a muscular organ located at the end of the digestive tract. The primary function of the colon is the reabsorption of water, minerals and electrolytes, and the elimination of waste. The colon, rectum and anal sphincter muscles control normal bowel movement.

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Tamarind for Diabetes

Diabetes is a growing worldwide epidemic. Approximately 29.1 million people in the U.S. are living with diabetes, according to a 2014 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report. Increased blood sugar levels that occur with diabetes can damage vital organs and nerves.

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Swimming and Knee Pain

The swimming pool is generally a safe environment when it comes to knee injuries, because most strokes cause minimal impact on the bones and joints. However, certain strokes can cause knee injuries if performed repetitively or improperly.

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Can I Exercise When I Have a Stuffed Nose?

Regular, moderate-intensity exercise can boost your immune system, reducing your frequency of colds and infections. Exercising with a stuffy nose is not likely to make your condition worse and may even make you feel better by relieving nasal congestion.

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How to Get Rid of a Champagne Headache

Champagne is a part of many special occasions, from weddings to New Year's Eve celebrations. Although it can be enjoyable to drink, it can also cause headaches after the fact. Headaches after drinking champagne may be caused by dehydration, mineral depletion or even an allergy to the sulfites in champagne.

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Why Is Swimming Good for Asthma?

Regular exercise offers many benefits for people with asthma, including less frequent asthma symptoms, and improved heart and physical fitness. Swimming is a healthy form of aerobic exercise for people with asthma, especially for those whose symptoms are triggered by outdoor allergies or cold temperatures.

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