For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Mayonnaise is a thick, creamy emulsion, which means that it consists of two liquids that do not mix well together under normal conditions. An emulsifier binds the liquids together. In the case of mayonnaise, the emulsifier is egg yolks.
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A baby in the womb hears many sounds from the outside world, but one type of noise that gets a lot of attention from moms-to-be is music.
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If your ribs are cracking while stretching, pain is likely present as well. A rib fracture, costochondritis and sprain can all result in cracking if the rib cage is stretched. Consult your doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment.
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An unexpected bee sting may cause serious allergic reactions in some people. Besides avoiding bees, there may be foods you should not include in your diet. These foods may cause the same allergic reaction as a bee sting, according to Michael Murray’s “The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods”.
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High cholesterol itself usually does not cause any symptoms, including headaches or dizziness. But elevated levels of cholesterol can indirectly produce symptoms, especially the so-called bad cholesterol known as low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).
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Amlodipine, sold under the brand name Norvasc, belongs to a class of medications called calcium channel blockers. Amlodipine is mainly used to treat high blood pressure and angina caused by coronary heart disease. Amlodipine relaxes blood vessels so the heart does not have to pump as hard.
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L-Arginine is an amino acid normally produced by the body in the amounts needed for proper functioning. Most people do not need any more L-arginine than what their bodies naturally supply.
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Pulse strength direct indicates how efficiently your heart is able to work. Experts usually classify pulse types by their strength and pattern. A specific pattern of strong or weak pulses can aid in diagnosis of heart and arterial problems, because it shows exactly how your heart pumps blood.
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Freckles, small accumulations of melanin or pigment, appear anywhere on the skin and sometimes in the eye, accounting for the majority of eye spots. In most cases, an eye freckle can only be seen by an opthalmologist. This is especially true if the freckle occurs inside the colored portion, or the iris, of the eye.
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Mayo Clinic experts state that excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) occurs when the sweat glands produce more perspiration than necessary to cool the body. In some cases, this may be the side-effect of taking certain medications. But there are also specific medical conditions that can cause excessive sweating.
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Lunch hour is long over and 5 o'clock is still far away. You know what's coming--your daily afternoon headache. Mild or severe, many people suffer from an aching cranium in the second half of the day. However, you can take steps to prevent that temple-thudding annoyance and enjoy your afternoons a great deal more.
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Leg pain can strike anytime. Specific pain below the knee may be caused by factors such as anatomical weakness, daily activity and stress, and individual levels of fitness. The entire knee joint is susceptible to accidents and overuse, so knowing the exact cause of pain is helpful in controlling it.
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Headaches begin due to various causes. Some individuals experience a headache every once in awhile, while others suffer from frequent, sometimes daily, painful headaches. The frequency of recurring headaches may be reduced if sufferers can target the specific causes of their headaches.
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Right lower abdominal pain is common and may or may not represent serious disease. This kind of pain may originate from the gastrointestinal, urinary, cardiovascular or reproductive system.
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The femoral nerve is one of the largest nerves in the leg. The nerve and its branches supply sensation to the upper thigh and control the quadriceps muscle, which is responsible for straightening the knee. Femoral nerve pinching, or impingement, can cause various symptoms.
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For transgendered individuals, the start of hormone therapy can be exciting and anxiety-provoking. Because a trans man's genetic gender does not match his brain gender, testosterone therapy is administered to help masculinize his body.
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If that chicken sandwich tasted or smelled slightly off, you could be in for a world of gastrointestinal hurt. Food poisoning affects some 76 million Americans each year, according to MedlinePlus. Food poisoning occurs because what you put in your mouth has been contaminated by bacteria, viruses or parasites.
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Your "normal" bowel movement may not be normal for someone else. While bowel movements vary from person to person, the signs of constipation are not normal. These include difficulty moving stool and hard or dry stools.
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Antibiotics are powerful medications used to treat illness caused by bacterial infections. Some of the most common bacterial infections in children include strep throat, skin infections and ear infections.
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Calf swelling occurs for a variety of reasons. When it develops in only one leg, the cause is likely a localized problem rather than a systemic disorder. Poor circulation, a blood clot, and a bacterial skin infection are among the most common causes of one-sided calf swelling.
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