For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Pain is common immediately after anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, reconstruction surgery. With time and active rehabilitation, this pain should decrease and eventually disappear. There are several causes of pain that starts days to years after surgery.
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Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths that develop outside or inside the uterus during a woman's childbearing years, according to Medline Plus. Medically, they are sometimes referred to as leiomyomas, myomas or fibromyomas.
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You are attempting to amp up your running program when you feel it: a sharp pain on your right side, just under your ribs. You may wonder if this pain is a sign of something serious or just a side effect of pushing yourself. If you frequently experience running-related pain, this could be a cause for concern.
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Stretching your leg muscles before strenuous activity can help to avoid shin splints, but even the most staunch stretcher may fall victim to the condition. In very severe cases, surgery may be necessary to correct the tissue damage around the lower leg bone.
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Your thyroid gland is small structure in the front of your neck, just above your collarbone. Its importance for your health and well-being is far out of proportion to its size. The thyroid makes hormones that regulate the rate at which your cells burn nutrients and perform various functions.
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A monthly period is just part of life for women of child-bearing age. The amount and type of menstrual blood can vary from one woman to another and, in some cases, the flow can include blood clots. This can be normal, especially when it only occurs on and off for a few days.
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The first months of a baby's life are filled with smiles and joy, but they're also filled with plenty of tears. There are many reasons why babies cry, but two of the most common causes of suffering in infants are teething and acid reflux.
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Urine odors, whether from a fresh accident or a lingering stain, can challenge even the most diligent housekeepers. Pet or child accidents can occur on anything from carpet to bedding or clothes. Home remedies to control urine odor should be your first line of defense in treating the smells.
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Most people want a full, healthy head of hair and hair loss can be a traumatic experience. Discovering the cause of the problem can help to reverse or prevent further hair loss. Dry hair is another undesired but common problem for both women and men, and can lead to hair loss.
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Many patients who take pharmaceutical drugs for various conditions report excessive sweating as a side effect. For instance, the International Hyperhidrosis Society reports that up to 19 percent of patients taking SSRI and SNRI antidepressants report that the drugs cause excessive sweating.
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Although hair loss is commonly associated with the head, it does not just occur on the scalp. Alopecia, the medical term for gradual hair loss, can occur on any part of the body as well. Hair loss can be disconcerting for cosmetic reasons, but it can also signal that something is wrong inside the body.
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The website, Healthy Women states that heavy menstrual bleeding (also called menorrhagia) is defined as soaking a pad and/or tampon every hour during each menstrual cycle. According to Dr. Marina Johnson, endocrinologist, a normal menstrual period lasts 2 to 7 days within a cycle that ranges from 21 to 35 days.
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Eyebrow loss can occur as a result of overplucking, genetics, nutritional deficiencies or accidents such as burns. Medical treatments such as chemotherapy or changing hormones that occur during menopause and pregnancy can cause eyebrow loss as well.
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The liver functions as a filter for your blood by removing toxins and harmful bacteria. Maintaining liver function is vital to your overall health in order to keep disease at bay. Flushing the liver after illness or just on a monthly basis keeps it at optimum performance.
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Cyclobenzaprine is a medication used to manage pain from muscle injuries, sprains and strains, says MedlinePlus. It is a muscle relaxant that works on the neurotransmitters, or chemicals, in your brain so you perceive less pain.
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Food manufacturers use a chemical process called fat hydrogenation to alter some of the monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats in the products they make. Hydrogenated fats are what the food industry calls functional ingredients because they serve a purpose other than improved product quality or nutrition.
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Hiking can provide a relaxing outdoor experience, but if you overdo it, you may experience soreness. A sore calf from hiking could result from trying to do too much, too quickly. The soreness is usually a sign of your body adjusting to the new activity.
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Vyvanse is a medication used to treat attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, commonly known as ADHD. According to the FDA, Vyvanse is a controlled substance approved for children 6 to 12 years old, designed to reduce symptoms including hyperactivity, impulsiveness, poor concentration and restlessness.
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Getting enough fiber in your diet -- ideally anywhere from 20 to 35 g a day -- can help with numerous health issues, including improved digestion, more moderate blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol.
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Energy drinks have evolved in diverse directions from the original sports drinks that were made to help an athlete recover from physical exertion. These beverages claim to work by altering blood sugar levels with the purpose of increasing endurance, energy and performance.
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