For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurvedic medicine both take into consideration the hot or cold element of foods and beverages. Ayurvedic medicine advises to drink hot water in the morning to stimulate digestion.
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Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that sits near your vocal cords and produces the T3 and T4 hormones that control your metabolism. To make these hormones, your body uses iodine -- about 80 percent of the iodine you consume is used by your thyroid.
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With more than 50 million Americans suffering from some type of allergy, according to Dr. Arthur Schoenstadt, allergy medications make up a high proportion of both prescription and over-the-counter drug sales.
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Your liver, one of the largest organs in your body, stores energy and nutrients, makes proteins and enzymes, breaks down and removes harmful substances and produces cholesterol.
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Leaking urine while performing your daily activities, including walking, can be a cause of embarrassment and concern. If this occurs on a regular basis, you may begin to feel trapped, as it may become difficult to go anywhere without needing a bathroom nearby.
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Iron is an essential metal the body needs to transport oxygen through the blood. When the concentrations of iron drop, you can become anemic. Exercising increases the amount of oxygen your body needs and being iron deficient can interfere with that process.
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A blood taste or metallic taste in your mouth after exercise can be caused from a variety of things, although the precise cause -- unless it is tied to some underlying health condition -- may largely remain a mystery.
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C-reactive protein, or CRP, is produced by the liver as part of an inflammatory response. Your physician may order a CRP test if he suspects you have an inflammatory disease such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis, or to determine if anti-inflammatory medication is working.
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One of the primary ways you can manage your irritable bowel syndrome symptoms and fatigue is through your diet. Certain foods may trigger you IBS symptoms that can cause stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation and fatigue.
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Grapefruit and grapefruit juice is nutritious and contains many important nutrients, including vitamin C, soluble fiber and potassium. In some cases, not getting enough potassium can cause your blood pressure to rise, so eating grapefruit may help you lower your blood pressure.
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The pain of kidney stones -- painful mineral deposits in the urinary system -- often can be enough to make you hang up your running shoes until the stone passes. However, you don't necessarily have to give up exercise until you're feeling better.
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Tendons are the tough tissue that connects your muscles to your bones and allow your limbs to move. Tendonitis occurs when the tendon becomes inflamed, usually as a result of overstretching, an impact injury or overuse.
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Cold sores result from infection with one of two types of the herpes simplex virus, usually type one. There is no cure for herpes, so people who contract the virus carry it for life, according to National Institutes of Health dermatologists Stephen E. Straus and Adriana R.
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Benadryl is the brand name given to the drug diphenhydramine, most commonly used as an antihistamine for those suffering from allergy symptoms such as runny nose, itchy eyes and a sore throat. However, the drug is also used to help reduce dizziness, nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness (e.g.
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Children experience tiredness from time to time, especially during their developmental years when they have growth spurts. Generally a nap and some rest will help to cure fatigue. If your child has an overwhelming need to sleep even after adequate rest, it could become problematic.
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Rehabilitation after hip replacement surgery is a gradual process. You’ll begin some strengthening exercises as soon as the day after your replacement to prevent muscle atrophy and promote circulation, but will tackle more strenuous exercises as you heal and gain more strength.
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The tendon that runs down the back of your lower leg to your heel is your Achilles tendon. You use your Achilles tendon every time your walk, run, play sports or otherwise move your legs and feet. Overuse or pushing your tight calf muscles too hard can cause injury to the tendon, bringing with it pain and swelling.
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Fluid in the ear can cause pain, dizziness and make it difficult for individuals to participate in daily activities. Most often children are the ones who are diagnosed with ear infections; however, it can occur in adults.
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The intricate neuromusculoskeletal system of the forearms, hands and wrists consists of numerous bones, ligaments, muscles, tendons and nerves. These interdependent structures provide us the ability to perform gross and detailed movements needed in daily life, sports and emergency situations.
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Bromhexine is used to treat respiratory disorders that are caused by excessive or overly sticky mucus. Bromhexine, which is sold under the brand names Bisolvon or Barkacin, acts as a mucolytic agent that increases the water content of mucus, making the mucus thinner and less sticky.
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