For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
The Mayo Clinic website explains that infant acid reflux, more accurately known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a very common problem that typically resolves on its own around 12 to 18 months of age.
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The diaphragm and longitudinal muscles of the stomach play an important role in everyday functions. The diaphragm is responsible for supplying the force behind every breath you take; your longitudinal muscles help stabilize your body when you are moving around.
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Beta-sitosterol is a plant sterol -- a chemical found in all plant foods -- that appears to offer a number of health benefits. Even though it naturally occurs in foods, you'd need to eat foods fortified with sterols or use them in supplement form to achieve therapeutic benefit.
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Nosebleeds remain one of the common side effects of taking fish oil supplements, especially in high doses. The omega-3 essential fatty acids found in fish oil affect platelets in your blood and clotting time.
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Acidophilus, a healthy bacterium that lives in your digestive system, cannot prevent the stomach flu but can help treat symptoms from the stomach flu. The stomach flu is a viral infection that occurs in your digestive tract and causes vomiting, nausea and diarrhea.
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Abdominal pain can have many sources, ranging from normal female monthly discomfort to more serious conditions requiring a physician's attention. Evaluating your pain in terms of frequency, time of day, and activities that may trigger it will help you determine if you need medical intervention.
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Having white spots or patches in your throat can be disconcerting, especially if you are experiencing other symptoms. White areas located in a throat can indicate a number of medical conditions, ranging from the development of oral yeast to bacterial infections.
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Taking care of your body means being aware of sudden changes that can occur β especially in the feet. If your toe is showing signs of redness and pain, you may have a blood clot. This can be caused by an array of medical problems and conditions.
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Albuterol sulfate is a medication used primarily to treat bronchospasm for patients with obstructive airway disease such as asthma. It is approved for patients 2 years of age and older, according to the National Institute of Health.
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Moles are clusters of pigmented cells that look like small, brown spots. Some moles are or have the potential to be cancerous, so all moles should be examined by a doctor. According to the Mayo Clinic, unusual-looking or irregular-shaped moles are cause for more concern and more likely to turn cancerous.
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A triceps or elbow injury may result when your elbow is forced to bend while you are actively straightening your arm. An injury can also occur when you're constantly landing or pushing with your elbow in sports like football or wrestling.
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Detox diets have been around since the "grapefruit diet" of the 1930s. The typical modern detox diet lasts anywhere from two days to three weeks and usually involves restricted food consumption in terms of both quantity and variety.
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After your hip replacement, you may be anxious to return to your normal daily activities. Using a cane will allow you to walk more safely and reduce your risk of falls. See a physical therapist to ensure proper technique before you attempt to walk with a cane after surgery.
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Inflamed and infected hair follicles are the defining features of a medical condition formally called folliculitis. Hair follicles become irritated when something damages them, according to MedlinePlus.
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Erythropoietin injections (Procrit, Epogen) are used to treat anemia in patients with chronic kidney disease, cancer patients receiving chemotherapy and HIV patients taking certain medications.
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Stretch marks may appear on a womanβs stomach when she becomes pregnant, because of the rapid stretching of skin from the baby growing and developing -- but stretch marks can occur on almost any part of your body.
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A vast number of skin conditions are possible in someone with HIV/AIDS. From a painless red rash after initial HIV infection to dark purple blotches that signify life-threatening cancer related to AIDS, many different HIV-associated skin conditions are possible.
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Muscle twitches and spasms are both uncontrollable muscle movements, but their symptoms, treatment and causes are very different. While a twitch is a minor annoyance you may hardly notice, a spasm occurs quickly, without warning and is typically quite painful.
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A joint's range of motion is the angle through which a joint moves from the anatomical position to the extreme limit of the motion in a particular direction. Having an optimal range of motion allows you to move freely without pain or stiffness and perform activities and work without injuries.
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Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause an infection known as salmonellosis. In many cases, the infection is mild, causing gastrointestinal distress. However, some cases require immediate treatment with antibiotics. Foods made with ingredients from animal sources, such as eggs, can contain salmonella.
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