For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Decreased kidney function is a common medical condition. The causes of decreased kidney function fall into two categories, acute and chronic. A sudden decrease in kidney function, within hours to days, is called acute kidney injury or AKI.
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Anal skin tags are non-cancerous growths of excess skin appearing near the opening of the anus. They are sometimes associated with other anorectal problems, including hemorrhoids. Typically, anal skin tags don't present with any other symptoms.
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On the average, 0.2 percent of ELISA tests give a false positive HIV test result that are then proven incorrect by a Western Blot test, notes Goaskalice.com, the Columbia University student health website.
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Constipation is a common problem characterized by infrequent or hard, difficult to pass stools. Causes vary, however increasing both dietary fiber and physical activity can often help prevent and relieve this gastrointestinal complaint.
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Lymph nodes are small rounded or bean-shaped masses of lymphatic tissue surrounded by a capsule of connective tissue. You have some 600 of them throughout your body, with the majority in your head and neck.
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The bulk of a lettuce head’s weight -- almost 95 percent, according to caloriefacts.org -- comes from water, with the remainder primarily from carbohydrates. Lettuce also contains nominal amounts of protein and fat, although these nutrient levels are so small they do not contribute greatly to your nutrition.
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Overeating can cause indigestion, heartburn, abdominal bloating and general discomfort. If you have certain health conditions or if you overindulge on certain foods, you may also experience diarrhea.
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Gout is a painful inflammatory condition affecting small joints, particularly the big toe. Gout was called the “rich man’s disease” for generations because it usually affected men who over-indulged in expensive foods, such as organ meats, steak, mushrooms and red wine.
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Approximately 90 percent of hair is in the growth phase, while 10 percent is in a resting or dormant stage at any given time. After the resting phase, hair strands fall out and new ones grow in. Daily hair loss of around 50 to 100 hairs per day is typical.
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Probiotic are supplements that are often taken to help treat problems with the digestive tract, such as diarrhea. Although probiotics are generally safe, they can cause some gastrointestinal symptoms, particularly if they are used improperly or in high doses.
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If you are a diabetic or a dieter who is familiar with low-carbohydrate dieting, you might be familiar with the glycemic index. You probably know that vegetables such as carrots are "good" for you.
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Shiitake mushrooms, a traditional food also used as a medicine in Asian cultures, are the third most popular mushroom in the United States, according to ScienceDaily. The mushrooms, which grow on oak logs, are low in calories but high in minerals such as potassium and zinc.
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According to the National Headache Foundation, about 29.5 million people in American suffer from migraine symptoms, including soreness in the temples. Temple soreness can be painful and debilitating, interfering with daily activities and relationships.
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"Excruciating" is the word that best describes the pain from bone spurs on the heel and the related condition of plantar fasciitis. This intense burning sensation originates in front of the heel and can spread to the entire sole of the foot as the plantar fascia become progressively more inflamed.
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If you have insulin resistance, you’re not alone -- this disorder of the body’s endocrine system affects up to 80 million Americans, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. If untreated, insulin resistance can develop into serious health problems like type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
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It can be hard enough to stay motivated to work out regularly without the added hassle of back pain caused by your workout. Back pain from treadmill workouts can range from annoying to serious and debilitating. As with other kinds of pain, the solution comes once you've determined what is initially causing the pain.
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Depression in a friend or family member can be a tricky situation to contend with, since it often leads to social withdrawal. Your depressed loved one will likely avoid activities she previously enjoyed. She'll lack the energy to do much of anything. She might not be sleeping well.
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Jock itch, also referred to as ringworm of the groin or tinea cruris, is a fungus-caused condition that affects the groin area. It is often triggered by prolonged wetness in the groin area and clothing friction. Symptoms typically include scaly patches of skin, itching, and abnormally light or dark skin.
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Many conditions can cause tingling in the left arm. According to the MedlinePlus website, tingling sensations in the body, especially the extremities, may indicate a serious underlying health problem, or the tingling may be a temporary phenomenon that resolves itself over time.
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Apples and other fruits are widely recognized as part of a nutritious diet. But if you have diabetes, you may be concerned about fruit's impact on your blood glucose levels. Like all fruits, apples are rich in sugar, a form of carbohydrates which the body converts into glucose.
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