Disease Guide: Diagnosis, Symptoms & Clinical Treatment Protocols

For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.

Overview

11 Bizarre Stress Relievers Taking the World by Storm

There’s no doubt we’re living in stressful times. According to the American Psychological Association, as many as two-thirds of Americans are stressed about the future of our country. And between August 2016 and January 2017, the overall reported stress level of Americans rose from 4.8 to 5.1 on a scale of 1 to 10.

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Cardio Exercises & Sinus Pressure

Cardio Exercises & Sinus Pressure

Sinus pressure can be a pain, but in most cases it won't prevent you from doing cardio. You may need to adjust the intensity based on your symptoms.

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End-Stage Ovarian Cancer Symptoms

Each year about 20,000 women in the United States are newly diagnosed with ovarian cancer, reports the [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention](https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/ovarian/statistics/index.htm). According to the [American Cancer Society](https://www.cancer.org/cancer/ovarian-cancer/about/key-statistics.

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What Are the Causes of Abdominal Cramping & Period Lateness?

Few women experience their periods at exactly the same time each month. Although menstrual cycles normally range between 21 and 35 days, stress, illness and change in routine can affect cycle length in a given month. A late period combined with abdominal cramping may occur for several reasons.

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What Are the Causes of Adult Bed Wetting?

At least 1 percent of adults suffer from a bed wetting problem, which is also known as nocturnal enuresis. The cause of bed wetting in adults is not always clear, but an array of medical, physical or emotional problems may contribute to this condition.

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The Best Foods to Eat If You Have Acid Reflux

If you have [acid reflux](https://www.livestrong.com/sscat/acid-reflux/), it may sometimes feel like you can't eat anything without it triggering a painful flare-up. But rest assured, there are plenty foods you can eat.

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What Are the Causes of Postmenopausal Spotting?

Spotting or bleeding after menopause can be surprising and concerning, especially if your last period was many years ago. The most common causes of spotting after menopause include thinning of the reproductive tract tissues and hormone therapy.

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Itchy Nose Remedies

Nasal itchiness caused by allergies, irritants or a cold can usually be treated with home remedies and over-the-counter medicines.

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Vitamins for Opioid Withdrawal

Opioid withdrawal symptoms are typically managed with medications. Vitamins are sometimes added to ease withdrawal, but their effectiveness remains uncertain.

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