For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Sleep apnea is a disorder that causes you to stop breathing repeatedly during sleep. An estimated 18 million Americans have sleep apnea, according to the National Sleep Foundation -- a daunting statistic since in addition to reducing your sleep quality, it raises your risk for heart attack, stroke and heart failure.
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The pectoralis major is the large muscle that forms the front of your chest. You may strain this chest muscle while performing chest weightlifting exercises such as the bench press. Pain from a strained chest muscle may develop gradually or suddenly at the front of your arm or shoulder.
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The two types of fiber in plant-based foods help digestion by dissolving easily or passing quickly through the digestive system. Soluble fiber forms a soft gel, while insoluble fiber moves through the stomach and colon, and keeps other food or waste moving too.
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Skin tags are harmless, and you don't need to remove them unless they bother you. Skin tags on the breast might pose an irritation risk because they commonly occur along bra lines or under breasts where there's regular friction. Doctors most commonly cut off skin tags.
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Almost any department store has at least one cream claiming to fade stretch marks. Many of these products contain shea butter or cocoa butter as an active ingredient. Both are considered emollients, which help to moisturize the skin by replacing lost fatty acids.
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Many conditions can cause chronic knee and leg pain. According to MayoClinic.com, knee pain, including chronic or long-standing knee pain, can be caused by traumatic injuries, overuse injuries and certain medical conditions.
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According to the Mayo Clinic, the average male's testosterone level drops by one percent each year after the age of thirty. By the time you are 60 years old, your testosterone level has probably dropped about 30 percent.
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More than 200 viruses can cause the common cold, according to MedlinePlus. Colds are prevalent during the winter, and symptoms can be quite uncomfortable, especially at night. Sneezing, stuffy nose and sore throat are common features.
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Approximately 180,000 people are diagnosed with a brain tumor each year, according to the American Brain Tumor Association. A brain tumor is simply a mass of abnormal cells that grows in the brain. The temporal lobe processes sounds and spoken words as well as memory and emotion.
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The trigeminal nerve is the main nerve controlling sensation in the face. Trigeminal neuralgia occurs on one side of the face and manifests as excruciating, intermittent pain in the cheek, gums, chin or lips. Conventional medical treatments are available, but none is guaranteed.
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Approximately 5 percent of women will develop at least one kidney stone before reaching age 70, according to health officials at UpToDate, a peer-reviewed medical information website for patients. Kidney stones are small, rock-like masses composed of excess minerals within the urine.
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The average person loses about 100 hairs per day through the natural shedding process. Anything more than 100 hairs is considered excessive. While some hairs get stuck to clothing and furniture, most get tangled up in the hair until they are freed, resulting in a small mass of loose hair each time you brush.
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Historically, dementia has been used as a catch-all phrase for symptoms of degenerative disorders of the brain. Several of these disorders are associated with vivid dreams and sleep disturbances as well as the more common symptoms of confusion, daytime hallucinations and progressive loss of mental functioning.
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Rogaine (topical minoxidil) is approved by the FDA to treat androgenic alopecia, also known as pattern baldness, which is caused by hereditary factors.
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Hair loss, or alopecia, can be a side effect of toxic chemicals and metals. Hair loss does not usually occur with acute poisoning, which can be lethal. But in cases of chronic poisoning, when the poison is taken in small doses over a long period of time, hair loss is a common symptom.
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Cirrhosis is defined as the presence of large amounts of scar tissue in the liver due to many years of liver inflammation and injury, according to the Mayo Clinic. Any liver disease in which scarring remains persistent, continuing for years, may eventually lead to liver cirrhosis.
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Dopamine is a neurotransmitter -- a molecule that neurons release to communicate with each other -- that is synthesized from the amino acid tyrosine.
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If your child has a dry, itchy scalp, it is important to address the issue. Excessive scratching could introduce bacteria, but choosing a harsh, medicated shampoo could make the situation worse as well. Wisely choosing a shampoo for dry, itchy scalp can bring your child relief without compounding the problem.
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Pistachios are small tree nuts that belong to a mango nut family together with cashews. Pistachio allergies typically develop early in life and often persist throughout a personโs lifetime. Even the smallest amount of pistachios can cause symptoms. Itchy skin and rash is a common reaction associated with food allergy.
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Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that is stored in the liver and is responsible for calcium absorption. Chronically low vitamin D levels can lead to brittle bones in adults and children. Direct sunlight is crucial for natural vitamin D synthesis in the skin.
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