For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
An abnormally high number of platelets in pregnancy is far less common than low platelet levels. High platelet levels are either essential, or primary, meaning that an excess of platelets are being made in the bone marrow.
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Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa, a fluid-filled sac where muscles or tendons must glide over bony surfaces. The most familiar locations include the knee, shoulder, hip and elbow. Excessive use of the joint can cause an acute attack, which manifests as extreme pain and limited range of motion.
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Diverticulitis occurs when small pouches in your intestines called diverticula become infected or inflamed. Diverticula most commonly occur in the large intestine or colon. Weak spots in the wall of the colon give way under pressure and small pouches protrude through the colon wall.
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A child may develop pain in a finger for many different reasons. Talking children will be able to describe the specific features and location of the pain. Infants and toddlers may only be fussy, and identifying the source of pain may take some detective work.
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The number of bowel movements you have each day depends on a variety of individual factors, and normal bathroom habits are different for each person. Diarrhea is defined as loose, watery stools occurring more than three times in one day.
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Exercises to relieve strained muscles under your right arm will improve the health of your axilla, otherwise known as the underarm, area underneath where your shoulder joint connects your arm. Exercises need to be done using smooth movements and no sudden jerking motions.
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If you have gallbladder disease or gallstones also called cholelithiasis, you should eat a healthy diet, low in fat and high in fiber with the avoidance of some foods in order to treat any symptoms you may have including right upper-quadrant gastric pain, nausea, vomiting, pain following meals and intolerance of fatty
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Discolored perspiration can be unsightly, embarrassing and expensive to remove from your clothing. There are many different causes of sweat discoloration, and therefore different treatments and solutions for the problem.
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If you suspect you have an ear infection, talk to your doctor. Infections need to be treated with antibiotics as soon as possible to prevent complications.
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For sufferers of traction alopecia, the key to curing it begins with changing hairstyling methods. Pulling hair tightly into ponytails or braided hairstyles may trigger permanent hair loss. Dermatologist Dr. Jeffrey Benabio says traction alopecia causes scarring of the hair follicle.
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If you've got tingly fingers and toes, you may wonder whether they indicate something serious. That prickly sensation can have a variety of causes, from benign to sinister. Once the tingling spreads to your face, it's time to find out what you're dealing with. Consult a medical professional for a full diagnosis.
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The rectus abdominis is a large muscle in the center of your abdomen that extends from your ribs to the front of your pubic bone. Injuries to this muscle result in varying degrees of abdominal strain.
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Black tongue is a condition in which the tongue has a black appearance. The tongue could also have a brown or yellow discoloration. It is a condition that is not dangerous and usually goes away without medical attention.
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Omega-3 is an essential fatty acid known for its heart benefits, which include a reduction in blood triglyceride levels, a more regular heart beat, lowered inflammation and decreased formation of atherosclerotic plaques.
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Warm compresses are useful for temporarily relieving discomfort caused by dryness, irritation and redness in the eye area. Some causes of eye discomfort are bacterial infections, viral infections, sinusitis, conjunctivitis, dermatitis, rosecea, styes, blepharitis and allergies.
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Nothing is more engaging than a pretty smile and white teeth. If youβre concerned about unusual white areas on your teeth, however, see your dentist to determine the cause, so that together you can find a solution.
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Poor circulation is a common problem that is experienced in extremities such as your feet. Because your feet are so far away from your heart, they are a common place to experience poor circulation.
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A sore throat can be caused by many things. It can occur during a cold, flu or other illness or be from exposure to some type of irritant such as pollution or cigarette smoke. Before trying any remedy for a sore throat, it is important to have the cause of the pain properly diagnosed.
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Anal itching, or pruritus ani, is a common yet embarrassing problem. Anal itching is usually an isolated symptom in a healthy individual. People are able to treat many causes of anal itching at home.
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Coal tar shampoo is a keratolytic agent, meaning it softens the skin protein keratin. This makes it easier to remove thickened, dead, dry skin cells. Coal tar shampoo is effective at relieving skin dryness, flaking, itching, redness and scaling caused by eczema, psoriasis and seborrhea, according to Drugs.com.
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