For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
A bulging disk refers to a protrusion in the soft pad that separates the vertebrae in your spine. The term is often used interchangeably with other disk problems, such as a slipped or ruptured disk, though the conditions arenβt the same.
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Eczema, also known by the medical name atopic dermatitis, is a skin condition that causes red, ithcy, flaky skin, according to the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Eczema is most often found in infants and young children, though it may also persist into adulthood.
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Most people can enjoy chocolate in moderation without experiencing any unpleasant health effects. However, some people are sensitive to one or more ingredients in chocolate.
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Tooth pain while walking or running can be caused by several dental problems. Anytime you experience oral pain upon impact of your foot hitting the ground, make an appointment with your dentist. If no problem is found, a sinus infection is most likely the cause of the pain.
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Several different conditions can lead to arthritis, or painful inflammation of your joints. In gout, a metabolic problem can cause joint pain because the body has difficulty getting rid of a waste product in blood called uric acid.
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Constipation is a fairly common condition during the baby years and typically occurs when you transition from breast milk to cow's milk or formula or when you begin giving solid foods or table foods around a baby's first birthday. Make a few dietary changes to help alleviate the problem.
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Armpit boils arise from an infection of the hair follicle under the arm. The infection creates large lesions that form under the armpit and are usually filled with a clear fluid called pus. The infected area may become red and inflamed; it may also easily become irritated when clothes rub across the surface.
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Tylenol, a brand name for acetaminophen, is an over-the-counter pain medication. Tylenol is also an ingredient in cold and sinus preparations and prescription narcotics. Doses of up to 4,000 mg a day are considered safe for most people, but people with existing liver damage should take less.
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Physicians may prescribe the generically named drug escitalopram in the treatment of GAD or generalized anxiety disorder, or to help people with mental depression, MayoClinic.com reports.
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Capsaicin is a medication, available over the counter and with a prescription, that helps relieve pain associated with shingles, rheumatoid arthritis and muscle sprains. Available as a topical patch, cream or ointment, capsaicin is also the same substance that makes chili peppers hot.
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Typically derived from the herbs peppermint, eucalyptus and pennyroyal, menthol is a compound made from herbal volatile oils that has many potential health benefits. Applied topically or taken orally, menthol has been shown to help treat gastrointestinal problems, pain, inflammation and congestion.
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Millions of people throughout the world commonly take ibuprofen for minor aches and pains without thinking about the side effects the medication can have on the heart.
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Bulging discs, also known as herniated discs, can result in lower back pain and radiating pain to the buttock and legs. According to the Cleveland Clinic, most pain associated with a herniated disc can be managed with rest, physical therapy and exercise.
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A stuffy nose is one of the more uncomfortable symptoms of a cold or the flu. Decongestants are over-the-counter medications used to relieve nasal congestion. Some are taken by mouth, while others are sprayed into the nose. Afrin is a brand of oxymetazoline spray, a topical nasal decongestant.
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Nausea can be a debilitating symptom that accompanies IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome. Researchers have tried to pinpoint the causes, but the exact reasons it occurs are elusive. Nausea can be persistent and difficult for your doctor to treat.
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Disease has always plagued living things. Some diseases are passed from one person to the next through infections such as influenza. Others develop because of environmental problems such as smoking or through cellular mutation. The medical community works to understand and treat all forms of human disease.
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Anemia often results in a lower than normal level of red blood cells due to a deficiency in iron. Without iron, the body struggles to make hemoglobin, a protein that transports oxygen from the lungs to circulate in the body.
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Degenerative diseases refer to medical problems that worsen over time. These degenerative diseases may affect the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord), bones, blood vessels or heart. Sometimes, certain medications and therapies can treat these degenerative diseases.
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Numbness and shock-like electrical sensations in the fingers can cause discomfort and lead to difficulty picking things up or weakness in the fingers. Nerve problems generally cause these symptoms. The burning, tingling or prickling sensations, called paresthesias, need evaluation if they last more than a few minutes.
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Low body temperature is normally a less serious condition than high body temperature, particularly in pregnant women. The average human body temperature is 98.6 degrees F, but can range anywhere from 97.5 to 98.8 degrees and still be considered healthy.
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