For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Pain from an abscessed tooth is like no other kind of toothache pain. While mild toothache pain may come and go, the pain from an abscess is constant and severe. Ignoring severe toothache pain from an abscess can result in serious complications if the infection spreads throughout your body.
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Sinus infections, referred to as sinusitis, are one of the most common reasons why people seek medical treatment. Symptoms include facial pressure and pain, congested and runny nose and sometimes fever. Sinusitis is typically due to either a virus associated with the common cold or a bacterial infection.
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Shortness of breath, often described as suffocating or starving for air, is one of the most unpleasant sensations a person can experience. Mayo Clinic physicians list more than two dozen causes. In severe chest congestion, mucus plugs the air passages making it difficult for fresh air to get in.
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Bug bites are an annoying and common occurrence, especially during the warm spring and summer seasons. Common culprits include mosquitoes and flies. Unlike stings, most bug bites do not involve injection of venom into the skin. Instead it's saliva from the bug's mouth that causes local irritation and swelling.
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Lumbar support pillows help to ease back pain and offer support--allowing the spine to remain in a natural position, when sitting or lying on the back. Support pillows are available in several forms, including some with memory foam.
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Beta blockers are a type of medication that is commonly used to treat high blood pressure and have an added benefit of sometimes protecting against heart disease. Beta blockers work by blocking the signal that the brain uses to make the heart beat faster.
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Shoulder shrugs target your upper trapezius muscles, also known as the traps. In colloquial gym language, well-developed upper traps are often called a yoke.
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Passing hard stools is usually as a result of constipation or the infrequent movement of the bowels. Most healthy people have at least three bowel movements per week, according to MedlinePlus. If you are unable to have a bowel movement or are having difficulty passing stool, contact your doctor.
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Tendonitis is the inflammation of the muscle tendon, occurring because of age, overuse or repetitive use of the joint tendon. The wrist, elbow heel, and shoulder are common areas for tendonitis, according to U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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Allergies are a common condition that effects nearly everyone at some point in their lives. An allergic response is the result of the immune system's overreaction to an unknown particle or substance. Paint allergies can result from the inhalation of strong vapors or contact with the skin.
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Whey protein is a type of nutritional supplement made from cow's milk and is used by athletes to aid in muscle recovery following intense bouts of resistance training. Whey is also promoted as a general health supplement to help prevent or correct a protein deficiency in your diet.
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In most cases, sweating is not a reason you should be concerned about your toddler. When you sweat, perspiration is released from your pores to keep the body cool during periods of stress such as exercise and heat exposure.
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It's easy not to think twice about popping a couple of aspirin for pain relief because it's such an old, well-known medication. Although many people can take aspirin with no problem, the drug does have certain risks and it isn't for everyone -- especially if you have gastrointestinal health concerns.
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Indigestion and shortness of breath while eating may be signs of various conditions. Make an appointment with your doctor to discuss your symptoms and treatment options. A clinical diagnosis should be made before you attempt to self-treat your symptoms.
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Low blood pressure, medically known as hypotension, is a rare condition, according to Cleveland Clinic. The more common health problem is hypertension, high blood pressure, for which millions of Americans take medication to manage.
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Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, can occur anywhere along the urinary tract. For example, infections of the bladder, kidneys and urethra are classified as UTIs. Common symptoms of UTIs include fever, inflammation of the urinary tract, pain in the pelvic area and burning during urination.
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Beer is an alcoholic beverage made by fermenting grains, such as barley and wheat, and is usually flavored with hops. It typically contains a lower amount of alcohol by volume than wine or hard liquor.
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The organs work together to keep the body healthy. If one organ becomes dysfunctional, it can affect the others. Congestive heart failure can lead to elevated liver enzymes. However, liver enzymes can become elevated for other reasons independent of heart failure.
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Your diet during pregnancy provides the fetus with its main source of nutrients. Eating the proper nutrients in adequate amounts ensures that both your and the fetus' needs are met. An inadequate diet will result in the fetus taking the nutrients from your body stores.
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Although many people find relief from chronic headaches by undertaking a healthy eating and exercise schedule, an unlucky few find that working out causes sharp head pain. Rather than ignoring this symptom and powering through the pain, consult your doctor to rule out serious causes.
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