For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
The human digestive system is the organ system responsible for extracting nutrition from consumed food items and absorbing the nutritional molecules into the bloodstream. Doing this requires breaking food into smaller pieces mechanically and chemically, so that nutritional molecules are isolated and can be absorbed.
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Many conditions can cause abdominal pain with palpation. The abdomen is a part of the body that is easily examined by palpation or touch. Certain abdominal conditions cause tenderness when a specific point in the abdomen or the entire abdomen is palpated.
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Muscle spasms are involuntary contractions of a muscle. They are a common components of neck pain and injuries and can be the result of many different conditions. In most cases, muscle spasms are minor annoyances that improve quickly on their own or with conservative treatments.
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When the stomach cannot digest food, indigestion occurs. This usually happens due to several different conditions as the digestive liquid is mainly responsible for indigestion.
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Nyquil is an over-the-counter medication used to treat cough, cold and flu symptoms. The product, available as liquid capsule or in liquid form, contains dextromethorphan, acetaminophen, doxylamine and pseudoephedrine as active ingredients.
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Cymbalta is a brand name prescription medication containing duloxetine hydrochloride. Although it is classified as an anti-depressant, Cymbalta is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat diabetic nerve pain, fibromyalgia and generalized anxiety disorder, as well as major depressive disorder.
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Although stomach pain is usually the first sign of appendicitis, there are several other symptoms that can signal this medical emergency.
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The health of an infant is assessed in various ways, including observation and measurement of important blood components. Measurement of oxygen saturation provides information about a child's respiratory, heart and circulatory health.
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Beta blockers are a class of medications that work by blocking a type of cell receptor known as a beta receptor.
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Genetic diseases result from mutations or abnormalities on chromosomes or genes. Some ethnic groups are at higher risk for some genetic diseases than others, but the diseases can occur in any group, according to the Genetic Disease Foundation.
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The symptoms of seasonal allergies -- excessive mucus production, runny nose and congestion -- are caused by allergens, such as pollens or molds. Seasonal allergies do not directly cause swollen lymph nodes.
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Red pepper can refer to many types of capsicums ranging from mild bell peppers eaten cooked or raw to the fiery chili peppers ground as a spice to add heat to food. While these fruits originated in the tropics, they can now be found in the food of many cultures.
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Although it does not always get a lot of attention, the liver has many essential functions for the body. The liver might become damaged based on the types of foods you eat each day over long periods of time.
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There's a common misconception in the general public that weight gain is a result of digestive disorders and, more specifically, of digestive enzyme deficiencies. This is not the case; if anything, such a disorder would have the opposite effect.
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Leg cramps can be a passing annoyance or a cause of severe pain. While occasional cramps are common and typically harmless, this symptom may also be a side effect of a medication or associated with an underlying condition.
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The ulnar nerve is located just below your elbow and a blow to that area can result in a contusion. A contusion occurs when blood flows from the damaged capillaries to the nerve itself. The results are painful and can lead to numbness in your hands and fingers and a complete loss of feeling.
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There are a number of reasons people choose to eliminate gluten -- a protein found in wheat, barley and rye - from their diets. Celiac disease is an allergy to gluten that causes irritation in the small intestine and can lead to more serious consequences including skin rash, diarrhea and depression.
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A high altitude brings with it beautiful scenery and what feels like thinner air. You may be on vacation at a high altitude or be participating in rock climbing or hiking and find you are struggling for breath. Your body increases your respiration rate in an effort to bring in more oxygen.
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Squats are designed to strengthen your legs, abdominals and back. When completed correctly, squats are an effective strengthening workout. However, like all types of exercises, when completed incorrectly squats can be dangerous.
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Experiencing heart palpitations while running can be scary, especially if the feeling is new to you or continues for several minutes. Heart palpitations while running or resting are rarely dangerous, and the cause can often be diagnosed by considering your lifestyle choices.
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