For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Eating regular meals is beneficial for physical and gastric health, but many people skip meals due to lack of time or out of an erroneous belief that it will help bolster a weight-loss diet. Skipping meals can lead to a number of negative health consequences, including painful stomach cramps.
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Cordyceps is a medicinal fungus, or mushroom, (See Ref 1) with a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine. People take it for a variety of purposes, including to promote healthy blood sugar levels, reduce fatigue and for anti-aging.
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Broiling and grilling do not have many differences. In fact, an oven broiler is essentially a grill flipped upside down. Although you don't get the charcoal flavor that can be provided by some types of grills, broiling is a much easier method of cooking meat and can be done without any extra equipment.
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Pain above your left breast may be a sign of a serious underlying health problem or a minor one. That is why if you experience pain above your left breast following exercise you should seek medical attention. Timely medical intervention can prevent potentially life threatening complications.
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Pressure in the eyes is a condition that can have serious consequences if left unattended. When eye pressure increases, ocular nerves can become damaged, leading to a loss of peripheral vision as well as the possibility of contracting glaucoma.
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There is little extra space around the spinal cord in the thoracic spine. Hence, a herniated disc in the thoracic spine can be serious. Sometimes, the first sign of the herniated disc is paralysis below the waist. Fortunately, a herniated disc in the thoracic spine is not as common as in the lumbar spine.
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Refined carbs and sugar can be very addictive. A review of the research published in the "Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care" reported that lab rats, as well as humans, can find sugar even more rewarding than cocaine.
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The "fight or flight" response is a normal reaction to physical danger, according to Dr. James Balch and Mark Stengler, authors of "Prescription for Natural Cures." It triggers brain chemicals you need to fight off or run away from danger.
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A torn muscle in the upper back can be caused by overuse, poor posture, or a sports injury. Learn about the signs and symptoms of rhomboid muscle strain, how to treat it, and prevention tips.
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Nexium and Prilosec are drugs that belong to a class of medications known as proton pump inhibitors. Proton pump inhibitors are drugs that decrease production of acid in the stomach in order to allow sores in the lining of the stomach and esophagus to heal.
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A man's mustache grows just like scalp hair--from hair follicles situated in your skin. Some men grow a mustache that's thick and full, while others' are sparse and thin, just like the variations of scalp hair from one person to the next.
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High blood glucose may be the signal of a developing medical condition or may simply be a short-term response to recent eating or stress. Diabetes, including gestational diabetes associated with pregnancy, is a prevalent cause of high blood glucose test results.
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An abdominal muscle tear, or strain, can occur from overstretching or overusing the muscle and is a common injury among tennis players. A violent, poorly performed movement of the trunk can also strain the abdominal muscles, suggests the Better Health Channel.
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Clenbuterol is a drug designed for use as an antihistamine in veterinary medicine. In humans, it provides stimulant effects similar to amphetamines, such as increased heart rate, body temperature and blood pressure. According to the U.S.
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Most sports played in America require hand-eye coordination. Soccer, more than any other sport, requires foot-eye coordination. Research done at the Institute for Neurology in London confirms vision controls the movement of the foot.
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The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body that runs from your lower back to the back of your foot. Sciatica is a description of symptoms associated with an irritated sciatic nerve. These symptoms include pain, weakness, numbness and tingling in the leg, according to Medline Plus.
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Diarrhea causes more missed days of work and school than any health problem other than the common cold, according to the Cleveland Clinic. This common malady usually goes away on its own, and fasting won't help resolve it more quickly. In fact, fasting during a bout of diarrhea may be counterproductive.
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Broken blood vessels may occur under the skin or in the eye. When they are under the skin, they may be called ruptured capillaries or bruises. In the latter case, they are called subconjunctival hemorrhage.
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Initial symptoms of most food poisoning substances include gastrointestinal reactions, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal cramping. Onset of symptoms varies with the source, but most often begin within a few hours to up to a couple of days.
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If your child’s illness has passed and then a rash appears, this can be cause for concern among most parents. Roseola and fifth disease are common childhood illnesses that first cause a fever that’s followed by a rash. Always consult with your child’s doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment.
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