For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Stinky morning breath--it happens to everyone. Bad breath comes with the sun, even when you brushed and flossed your teeth before bed and regardless of what you ate the previous day. Foul morning breath results from natural processes while you sleep.
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A panic attack is the sudden onset of great fear that produces a bodily response. Common panic responses include sweating, shaking and choking. Panic attacks may be caused by psychological distress or medicinal drugs. When these episodes occur during sleep, they are called nocturnal panic attacks.
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Gallbladder infection is a serious, potentially life-threatening complication of gallstone disease. Infection most commonly occurs due to persistent gallstone obstruction of one of the ducts that transport bile from the gallbladder to the intestine.
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Severe acne can be a painful, embarrassing condition that may cause scarring. If other medications fail to control your acne, your doctor may recommend isotretinoin (Absorica, Amnesteem, Claravis, Myorisan, Zenatane).
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Coughing with constant phlegm is typically caused by an infection present somewhere in the respiratory tract. According to MayoClinic.com, coughing with phlegm can be caused by the common cold. People who suffer from tuberculosis or bronchitis can also experience coughing with phlegm.
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Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that affects individuals who have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. If you suffer from too much sleep, or oversleeping, it can be a confusing condition.
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Endometriosis is the migration of endometrial tissue, the tissue that lines the inside of the uterus, to areas outside the uterus.
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Smoking tobacco is part of many societies and cultures. It is also a major cause of many diseases, including cancers.
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For those who experience anxiety and insomnia, the supplement called GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is generally safe and effective. According to the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, GABA is a type of amino acids called "neurotransmitters," and it is produced naturally in the human brain.
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Your daily balanced nutrition should include proteins as well as healthy fats and carbohydrates. Your body needs essential amino acids from the proteins you eat in order to build and repair every cell in the body. The Harvard School of Public Health notes that most adults need a minimum of 0.
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Whey supplements provide high-quality dietary protein with little or no fat. However, in addition to their benefits, they carry drawbacks, including digestive problems, depending on how you use them and on your personal physiology.
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Your liver contains thousands of enzymes that carry out chemical reactions required for proper metabolism, digestion and to help detoxify your body. Elevated liver enzymes in your bloodstream indicate the presence of liver damage that causes the enzymes to leach from your liver cells into your bloodstream.
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Caffeine is a stimulant found in many beverages, such as coffee, soda and energy drinks. Antidepressants are a specific class of prescription medication designed to improve mood.
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When chicken pox hit, the sores appear anywhere on the body, including under the hairline. Chicken pox is a viral infection. The resulting blisters are tiny, red areas that itch. The scalp is a primary target for a breakout, and the skin in this region is no different from skin on other parts of the body.
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Whole grains are generally healthier for you than refined grains. Polishing and milling brown rice into white rice not only changes its appearance, but also eliminates many of the natural vitamins and minerals.
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Surgical removal of the tonsils and adenoids is one of the most commonly performed operations in the United States. In many cases, having them removed can help prevent throat and ear infections, the National Library of Medicine reports.
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Low-carbohydrate diets can lead to weight loss, but they are not without risk. If you cut your carb intake too low or you eliminate certain food choices completely, you may find yourself struggling with muscle aches, pains or cramps. Tweaking your diet to address the reasons behind aching and cramping can help.
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Food allergies or sensitivities to gluten, soy, dairy and egg are relatively common and can make meal planning a complicated endeavor. Reading the food labels and the ingredients list is crucial to avoid any traces of the foods you are trying to avoid.
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Red bumps along the nape of the scalp are likely the result of folliculitis, an infection of the hair follicle. Most forms of folliculitis are caused by bacteria, namely Staphylococcus aureus, but you may also develop this skin condition from a virus or fungus.
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Rat poison contains a variety of ingredients that work together to kill rodents; however, these substances are also lethal to humans if ingested. The amount of time it takes for symptoms to appear depends upon the amount of rat poison ingested and the number of days it is ingested.
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