For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
When you eat a chili pepper, a substance called capsaicin gives you that hot, spicy sensation. Capsaicin is so potent that it's even used in anti-bear sprays. However, far from irritating the stomach, as you might expect, some evidence suggests that capsaicin can help with digestion.
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A stomach burn after you eat oranges is most likely associated with a digestive condition that is irritated by the acid in oranges. It’s important to see your health care provider to determine the cause of the burning sensation.
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Whether you are an athlete or participate in regular exercise, your lower extremities endure a tremendous amount of stress with each move you make. As a result, pain along your shin bones may occur. While pain may seen unexplained at times, there are numerous causes of shin pain.
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The word "muscle" comes from the Latin for "little mouse." In its overview of how the nervous system works and acts upon other bodily systems, the University of Michigan's Medical School emphasizes that all aspects are always fully coordinated and interrelated. For this reason, subdivisions into "central," "
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Walking is generally considered a safe and accessible form of exercise that can be part of a healthy, active lifestyle.
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Progesterone is a steroid hormone that plays a role in maintaining the female menstrual cycle, pregnancy and human development. Progesterone is produced in the ovaries, adrenal glands and placenta. During the menstrual cycle, estrogen stimulates growth of the endometrium, which is the inner lining of the uterus.
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Anal itching and burning is a symptom associated with a variety of causes. A variety of self-care measures can often relieve the symptoms. However, medical attention is required if home treatments do not relieve symptoms because they may be a sign of a more serious condition.
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Your nasal cavity is filled with tiny blood vessels that can become swollen when triggered by pollen, dust, pet dander, irritants or other illnesses, according to the Mayo Clinic. The result is a stuffy or congested nose—characterized by difficulty breathing, nasal discharge or an itchy nose.
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Having red skin on your face may embarrass you, especially when it’s around your mouth and eyes. A number of things can cause red skin from birth marks to viruses or skin reactions.
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Almost everyone has some experience with fatigue and muscle aches as many conditions can cause these to symptoms to occur, including a new exercise routine.
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Teenage years are a stressful time as your body goes through a number of changes. The hormones your body begins to produce allow you to procreate, but they also change your appearance and behavior.
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Blisters are painful. For the competitive or recreational runner, even a small blister can turn a record-breaking race into a slow, uncomfortable walk. Caused by friction, blisters can be the result of new shoes, improperly laced shoes, wet, sweaty socks or hot and humid weather.
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Sinusitis describes inflammation of lining of the sinuses, air-filled spaces in the facial bones around the nose and eyes. Thirty million cases of sinusitis are diagnosed annually in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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There are numerous causes of jaw and arm pain. According to MedlinePlus, jaw and teeth pain, along with arm pain, may signal a serious medical condition or event such as a heart attack. On the other hand, the pain may be indicative of less serious problems.
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Bad breath is one of the potential symptoms of a tooth infection, explains the National Institutes of Health. The foul or offensive odor is usually a result of a tooth abscess, which is often characterized as a collection of pus caused by tooth decay.
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Sulfites are used in the food industry to prevent oxidation and spoilage of food, preserve flavor, control bacterial growth and bleach food starches. Sulfites are metabolized by the enzyme sulfite oxidase.
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Vascular dementia, according to the Mayo Clinic, is the term for cognitive impairments that result from a problem with the brain’s blood supply. There are many different types of vascular dementia, and as many as one to four percent of those over the age of 65 will experience some form of the condition.
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Dental implants are a popular choice for people who have lost teeth, but who might not want dentures. Because these "teeth" are attached to the jaw with surgically implanted posts, implants can improve a person's nutrition as they make eating more comfortable, much in the same way as real teeth.
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Ammonia is a toxic by-product that results when the body breaks down proteins. A healthy person's liver converts ammonia into urea, a nonpoisonous substance excreted in urine.
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Hives, or urticaria, is a skin condition in which raised red welts, also called wheals, appear on the surface of your skin and is often accompanied by itching, according to Pubmed Health. If you are prone to hives, you know that some foods can trigger their apparition.
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