For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Different areas of the breast can become irritated or inflamed, leading to red bumps over the area. However, sometimes normal anatomy and skin changes can cause the same features. It's good to understand when red bumps on the breast are worrisome and when they are not.
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Tendonitis is a condition marked by swelling tendons, which are connective tissues that attach muscles to bones. Finger tendonitis is characterized by pain and swelling in the finger tendons.
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A Morton's neuroma is a mass that normally occurs between the third and fourth toes at the ball of the foot. The tissue in this area creates pressure on the nerves, which can be extremely painful. Proper support of the arch can help to alleviate this problem, as well as exercises that can reduce stress.
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Numbness is a symptom associated with a plethora of diseases and disorders. Transient numbness not accompanied by pain or changes in skin color may be a normal response to cold temperatures or other benign conditions. Persistent or recurrent numbness, however, always requires medical attention.
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The liver performs many vital functions in the body including detoxification, metabolization of nutrients and creation of blood-clotting factors.
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The best walking shoe for someone who needs arch support is, like all walking shoes, one that is comfortable and fits properly, so be sure that any walking shoe you try on provides stability, is flexible in the mid-sole, and fits the length and width of both of your feet.
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Propranolol is a medication in a class of drugs known as beta blockers. Beta blockers work by decreasing the contractility of the heart and dilating the blood vessels. Propranolol is used to treat tremors, angina, high blood pressure, heart rhythm disorders and other heart or circulatory conditions.
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The life expectancy of people with lung cancer depends on several factors, including the type of lung cancer, stage of disease, race and gender. When discussing life expectancy numbers, keep in mind that recent statistics may not take into consideration the newest treatment options.
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The DOT 5 panel drug screen is a screen for five classes of drugs. The test is mandated by the Department of Transportation to be given to employees of commercial driving companies.
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A colonoscopy is a procedure that enables a gastroenterologist to examine the colon for tumors, ulcers, inflammation and sites of bleeding. Colonoscopy preps are medications prescribed to remove fecal matter from the colon to facilitate a clearer view of the lining of the colon.
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Mental fatigue is a condition characterized by excessive mental tiredness. While most people have experienced symptoms of mental fatigue from time to time, true mental fatigue can potentially lead to serious problems, including reduced productivity, poor job performance and impaired physical functioning.
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Chronic abdominal pain describes persistent or recurrent pain anywhere in the abdomen, which includes the area from the lower edge of the rib cage to the pelvic bone. The digestive organs, including the stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, small intestine and colon, occupy the abdominal cavity.
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The AMA classifies restless leg syndrome (RLS) as a sleep disorder, despite the fact that the symptoms appear when the sufferer is wide awake.
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Erin Andrews has revealed that she battled cervical cancer in 2016, undergoing two surgeries to remove the cancer.
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When a man discovers that one or both of his testicles, or testes, is swollen and his scrotum has become enlarged, he might become extremely concerned. Several problems can cause testicular or scrotal swelling. Fortunately, most of these conditions can be successfully treated, especially if diagnosed early.
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If you are trying to quit smoking, you know that it won't be an easy task. There are lots of resources available now to help you in your journey.
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Fatty liver disease is a condition caused by excessive fat within liver cells. The result is an overgrown liver, which causes pain or discomfort on the upper, right-side abdominal area. Fatty liver is the most common liver disease caused by alcohol abuse, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
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Recurring fevers occur at least three times in a six-month period. They might happen regularly or with no pattern at all, and they may or may not be accompanied by other symptoms. If your child has a recurring fever without the symptoms of a common illness, or if the fever is high or persistent, call your pediatrician.
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Improperly performed situps or doing too many situps before the lower back is sufficiently developed can indeed cause back pain. One common method of the exercise involves placing feet under a bar to make it easier to complete a situp.
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An allergic reaction that causes bumps on the skin is often from allergic contact dermatitis. Direct contact with an allergen causes the area to become inflamed. A systemic allergic reaction can also cause hives on the skin. Consult with your doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment of the bumps on your skin.
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