For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
For runners experiencing pain in the joint of a big toe, the likely cause is hallux rigidus. A type of osteoarthritis, this injury can temporarily stop a runner's training regimen or, in serious instances, can mean a permanent end to running.
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Although, as a runner, you might expect to feel soreness or pain in the legs or abdominal muscles, experiencing ovarian pain after a run can cause you to feel concerned. Pain in the ovaries might indicate an ovarian or another gynecological disorder, a medical issue unrelated to the ovaries or a dietary problem.
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Although fever is common with strep throat, it is not always present. Other common signs and symptoms include throat discomfort, painful swallowing and swollen neck lymph nodes, among others.
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Almost every man will experience pain somewhere in the abdomen at some time during his life. Pain in the lower left side of the abdomen in men may be due to several causes. Digestive tract disorders, such as ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis or colorectal cancer, may be the culprit.
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Your kidneys serve a vital role in removing waste and excess fluid from your body through urination. Sometimes one of the kidneys becomes swollen. A swollen kidney is generally due to a serious disorder that requires medical attention.
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Lteral hamstring tendinopathy is a condition where the lateral muscle in the hamstring is inflamed where its tendon inserts into the bone.
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A tight heel cord, known as the Achilles tendon, and tight hamstrings limit your range of motion. Learn how to alleviate the discomfort.
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When hamstring tendons are strained or torn, they can really wreak havoc on not only your workout or athletic performance, but also on your everyday life.
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The quadriceps are a set of four muscles on the front of your thighs. Keep them strong to maintain function in your legs and knees.
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If you find your legs continue to hurt after exercising, it’s possible you may have an underlying blood vessel disorder.
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If you feel a knot in your hamstring after an injury, you might have a severe tear in your muscle and need medical attention.
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Tenderness and pain in your quads could be due to an injury, DOMS or, in rare cases, a serious medical condition.
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Various conditions can cause pain in the lower left side of the abdomen, also known as left lower quadrant (LLQ) pain. It is sometimes difficult to determine the cause of LLQ pain, as a number of structures are found in this part of the body. The possible causes can vary depending on a person’s age and sex.
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Getting pregnant if you have polycystic ovary syndrome -- commonly known as PCOS -- can present a challenge. PCOS occurs in as many as 5 to 10 percent of women of childbearing age, according to a [March 2008 "Fertility and Sterility" article](http://www.fertstert.org/article/S0015-0282(07)03661-8/pdf).
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Trauma from a gunshot or knife wound, or high force blunt trauma like a car accident, can all lead to a punctured lung. A lung may also be unintentionally punctured when a doctor is attempting to insert an intravenous line into a large blood vessel in the chest or neck.
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Torn lenses should be removed right away, because they can scratch and irritate the eye. This process is similar to removing an intact contact lens but requires additional care and precision.
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Although antibiotics are often effective and safe, adverse reactions can occur, with rashes being the most common side effect.
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Getting used to a new pair of glasses is not always easy. Sometimes adjusting to a new prescription, or even different frames, can take a little time.
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If a child's feet are peeling, the cause is usually not serious. Skin dryness or damage, athlete’s foot, or skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis are the most common causes of this symptom, which may be associated with redness, itching, pain or oozing.
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Call it a goal, an intention or (the more traditional term) a [resolution](https://www.livestrong.com/article/1011687-6-easy-new-years-resolutions-can-actually-keep/), the beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity to start fresh and to think about big-picture changes or accomplishments you want to aim for.
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