For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Vegetables add bright colors, flavors and textures to your diet. They are rich in vitamins, minerals, water, dietary fiber, phytochemicals and antioxidants and contribute to a healthy diet. Vegetables are generally low in calories and carbohydrates, making them an excellent option for diabetics.
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Cortisol is a stress hormone released by the adrenal glands during a fight-or-flight emergency situation. It is responsible for several functions in the body including blood pressure regulation, glucose utilization and anti-inflammatory properties.
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Eating liver will raise your cholesterol levels, at least temporarily, but the important point is this: You don't need that boost. Cholesterol fills such vital roles that your body produces all it needs.
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A broken arm is a common injury; about one in 20 broken bones involves the upper arm bone, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
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High blood pressure or hypertension is a common condition. In fact, in the U.S. about one third of adults have been diagnosed with this disease, which is linked to heart attack, heart disease, stroke, kidney impairment and other conditions.
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During the healing period of a piercing and after the piercing is healed, you may encounter a keloid on and around your new piercing.
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A pinched nerve in the leg can cause pain, weakness or numbness in the affected extremity. Pinched nerves result from overuse, obesity, nerve disorders or injury, according to the Mayo Clinic.
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The adrenal glands, also known as the suprarenal glands, are small hormone-producing organs located just above each kidney. The adrenal glands produce several hormones, including adrenalin, cortisol and aldosterone. Adrenal gland enlargement is most commonly detected with diagnostic imaging tests, such as a CT scan.
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Blood circulation is vital for your body's survival. Blood transports oxygen, fuel and nutrients to all organs of the body, including the brain. It also moves toxins and waste products to the appropriate organs for excretion. When blood flow to your brain is disrupted, you can succumb to a stroke.
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A light skin burn would be classified as first-degree and affect only the outer layer of skin. Symptoms of a first-degree burn include reddening, some swelling and pain. If your burn blisters, it has moved beyond the first-degree stage into second-degree.
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Irritable bowel syndrome, also known as IBS, is a syndrome or cluster of symptoms that includes abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, gas, passing mucous and other irregularities. Although pregnancy does not increase the risk of developing IBS, according to Dr.
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Low blood circulation usually indicates arteriosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. Atherosclerosis dominates as the most common type of arteriosclerosis. This disease involves stiffening and narrowing of medium and large arteries due to fat-rich deposits called plaques.
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Children suffering from gas pain are not happy campers. Watching your child experience the cramping and discomfort gas can cause isn't easy. You can try numerous safe treatments to help your child experience relief from gas.
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An artery becomes clogged when a buildup of plaque forms on the inner walls. Plaque consists of calcium, fat, cholesterol and cellular waste. If you have clogged arteries due to poor diet and lifestyle choices, you are at an increased risk of having a heart attack, stroke or suffering from heart failure.
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As a parent, few experiences are more distressing than seeing your child in pain. Chances are a sore throat will occasionally be the cause of such suffering. The majority of sore throats in adults and children are viral infections that require no medication for treatment.
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Having normal range of motion in your neck is important for carrying out the activities of daily living. Neck movements include flexion, extension, bending and rotation. Soft tissue injuries and bony immobility can restrict your range of motion.
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Multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis are both chronic and crippling diseases that affect the quality of a patient's life. Rheumatoid arthritis affects the joints, while multiple sclerosis affects the brain and spinal cord.
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Lower back pain can stem from your spine and the sacroiliac joint that connects the bottom of your spine with your pelvis. At its most painful, your back can feel locked in place, as if it wonβt rotate easily from your right-turning position.
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Encountering a lump anywhere on your child's body can be frightening. Do not panic if you find a lump in your child's groin area. Arm yourself with the necessary information to address the concern before allowing worry to set in.
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Fevers, while not typically dangerous in their own right, can make children uncomfortable. If you have a child with a fever -- whether it's because of an illness or is a normal response to vaccination -- you may wish to give antipyretic, or fever-reducing, medication.
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