For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Hemorrhoids are varicose veins that occur in your rectum. Hemorrhoids form right inside your anus and sometimes extrude through the anus, causing external hemorrhoids, which can be very painful. If you experience pain of bleeding after a bowel movement, you may have hemorrhoids.
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Severe stomach pain after eating wheat may be the result of a wheat allergy, celiac disease or a wheat intolerance. The three conditions are commonly confused because they each exhibit common symptoms. If you experience severe stomach pain after eating wheat-based products, call your doctor.
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Women commonly experience uterine fibroids and cysts, particularly during childbearing years. In general, these conditions don't cause discomfort, although for some women, hormonal fluctuations can cause significant pain and bloating.
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According to a June 2011 report by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, an estimated 5 million to 10 million women worldwide have breast implants. Used for cosmetic reasons or to augment breast tissue after cancer surgery, these devices are filled with saline or silicone gel.
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An inflamed scalp can be a sign of infection or irritation. It can also occur from a reaction to allergens on the scalp. The condition tends to localize to certain parts of the scalp, but it may cause widespread breakouts.
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Allergic reactions occur when a person’s immune system produces antibodies called IgE against the allergen. The next time the person encounters the substance, IgE tells the white blood cells to produce histamine, which rapidly produces allergic symptoms such as itching, rash, wheezing and edema.
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The prostate is a gland that creates some of the fluids found in semen, according to the American Cancer Society. Prostate cancer causes the second-highest number of cancer deaths among men.
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Although chicken is not a common food allergen, some people experience an allergic reaction to this food. The Internet Symposium on Food Allergens notes that approximately 0.6 percent to 5 percent of people may have allergies to chicken meat.
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All cleanses tend to have some kind of detox symptoms, as the body works to remove toxins and impurities. Liver cleanses, in particular, often include intense symptoms. Though the list is varied, side effects include headache, fatigue, irritability, and nausea.
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The thyroid gland affects every tissue in your body. Positioned at the front of the throat over the windpipe, this wing-shaped gland regulates the body's metabolism and calcium balance, according to UMM.edu.
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According to the University of Michigan Health System, a colonoscopy is a test that allows the gastroenterologist to examine the interior lining of the colon. Colonoscopy is used to diagnose colon abnormalities such as colon cancer, colon polyps, ulceration and areas of inflammation and bleeding.
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According to KidsHealth, about 1 to 2 percent of boys and 8 percent of girls contract at least one urinary tract infection or UTI. A UTI is a bacterial infection that affects the kidneys, ureter tubes, the bladder and the urethra, according to the information website babycenter.
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Lumbar scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that occurs in the lower back. Most cases of scoliosis are mild, but can be severe if the curvature begins to affect the heart and the lungs. Scoliosis can also cause misalignment in bones of the body and chronic pain in the back.
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Cortisone is a prescribed steroid medication that can be injected into the shoulder to relieve pain and inflammation. Cortisone reduces chemical signals the body’s immune system releases that cause pain and inflammation.
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ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, affects from 3 to 7 percent of all school-aged children, estimates the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Children who suffer from ADHD often have trouble paying attention, being calm and socializing, so disciplining a child with ADHD can be a challenge.
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Lyrica is a prescription medication used for the treatment of pain associated with fibromyalgia, a condition of chronic, wide-spread pain in the joints, muscles and soft tissues of the body. It is also used as a treatment for pain associated with nerve damages of the hands, feet, legs and arms in diabetic patients.
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Gallbladder disease can be a painful and disrupting illness. Pain in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen just below the ribs is a common symptom of gallbladder disease.
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Large facial pores can really pull the spotlight away from your natural beauty. Compounding the problem, these pores are often located right in the middle of the face around the nose, cheeks and chin areas.
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The knee joint is not immune to sprains, strains and other running-induced injuries. If you have a knee bone bruise following a run, it could signify a problem. Training too hard, twisting motions -- like a sudden turn while running -- and improper stretching technique can all contribute to knee injuries in runners.
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Health-care professionals recommend physical activity as a key ingredient to any stress-management initiative. They suggest that playing sports and getting regular exercise can calm your worries and clear your mind, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of American.
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