For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Fresh fruit juice is a healthy treat packed full of healthy vitamins and minerals. As long as itβs low in sugar and not filled with unhealthy fillers, juice can be a beneficial addition to any healthy diet.
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Meniscus tears typically occur with twisting forces or degenerative wear on the knee. Some tears may heal on their own with rest and treatment. Others caused by significant trauma to the knee may require surgical repair or removal of the meniscus itself.
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Cortisol is a hormone used in stabilizing metabolic processes in your body. It is secreted by your adrenal glands in response to heightened stress levels. However, there are several food sources that can potentially increase natural cortisol levels.
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A rash, also called dermatitis, can cause small red bumps to develop on the chest. Some rashes may just be an embarrassing annoyance, while others, especially when combined with additional symptoms such as a fever, can be the sign of a serious condition.
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Most people pass gas between 14 and 23 times a day, the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disorders states. While passing gas is embarrassing and often slightly odorous, truly foul-smelling gas is more uncommon.
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The human body is made up of cells, each one of which needs to be able to provide for its energy needs by taking up nutritional molecules from the bloodstream and chemically burning them as part of cellular metabolism.
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Fluid in the ear can lead to painful infection, hearing loss, balance disruption and even vomiting or diarrhea, according to MedlinePlus, a service of the U.S. National Institutes of Health.
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There are several hormones that are considered "female" hormones, though some of them are naturally produced in a man's body as well. What gives them the characteristic of being a female hormone is the role they play in a woman's fertility, and the fact that they are more predominant in women than in men.
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Smoking damages your body and good health in numerous ways. In addition to the adverse health effects on the smoker, smoking harms a fetus and the people around a smoker. The cost of smoking in terms of health-care resources and other economic costs cannot be underestimated.
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Children as young as 6 or 7 can have hands that sweat excessively. This symptom can cause discomfort and social embarrassment. Several conditions have symptoms that include sweaty hands, but measures are available to provide relief.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevent reports that an estimated 45 million Americans smoke tobacco. Smoking also happens to be one of the leading causes of preventable and premature death, according to the American Heart Association.
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Oxygen saturation is a clinical measurement that determines what percentage of a patient's red blood cells are saturated with oxygen after passing through the lungs. It is a result that reflects not only how well a patient's lungs are working but also how effectively oxygen is being delivered to all parts of the body.
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Your body uses calcium not only to keep teeth and bones strong, but also to enable muscles to contract, to assist in the transmission of neural impulses and to maintain cell membrane stability and permeability.
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Pollution from car exhaust, factory emissions, fuel combustion and other sources can hang a brown cloud over some cities. Air pollution not only contributes to respiratory diseases in humans and damages buildings, it can also affect plants. The effects of air pollution on plants develop over time and can't be undone.
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When tendons become tight or inflexible, they can affect your movement, causing discomfort, pain and injury. Every muscle in your body is attached to bone by tendons.
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Learn how to detox the lymphatic system with these simple and beneficial steps. Discover natural foods, herbs, and exercises that promote a healthy immune system response.
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Chemical burns occur when skin comes into contact with chemicals resulting in irritation, bumps or blisters. Longer exposure to chemicals can cause a reaction in the body. First aid is the first line of defense in treating minor chemical burns. There are home remedies that can minimize the damage and treat the burns.
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The homeopathic remedy Lycopodium clavatum is generally used for a variety of acute and chronic conditions. Lycopodium is a great remedy for healing liver and gallbladder problems, and helps all kinds of digestive disorders. It is also used to help people suffering from issues of self-esteem.
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It is common to experience weaknesses and discomfort in your legs at night. This causes the desire to constantly stretch and test your legs, which inhibits a restful sleep. Several issues can lead to these symptoms.
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A perforated bowel is a serious condition, and immediate action such as surgery needs to be taken to prevent infection and death, according to the Merck Manual. Bacteria from the bowel can spill into the abdominal cavity, causing peritonitis, an infection of the abdominal lining.
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