A hernia develops when an organ bulges through a weak part of a muscle. Genetic muscle weakness and activities that lead to strains and sprains, such as heavy lifting, can contribute to their development. Inguinal hernias are the most common form, according to the National Institutes of Health, and affect your groin.
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A hernia develops when one of your organs bulges through a hole or weak area in a nearby muscle or connective tissue.
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Most men experience prostate enlargement as they grow older, which can cause bladder and urination problems. Also called benign prostatic hyperplasia, an enlarged prostate gland is not cancerous and does not raise your risk for prostate cancer.
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All foods containing carbohydrates break down into sugar. Sugar derived from pasta differs from sugar in candy and soft drinks, however. For overall wellness, the "Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010"
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Gout is the most common form of inflammatory arthritis among men, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It develops when excess uric acid forms crystals in a single joint. Pain and swelling might come on suddenly and last for days, weeks or longer.
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Inflammation is a process by which your body’s chemicals and white blood cells work to protect you from foreign substances, such as viruses and bacteria. Diseases, such as arthritis and bursitis, trigger inflammation when no cause is present, causing pain, swelling, stiffness and fever.
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The thyroid gland produces hormones important for many aspects of your wellness, including metabolism, energy, body temperature and mood. When you have hypothyroidism, your thyroid produces too few hormones, making way for depression, sleep problems, fatigue, constipation and sensitivity to cold.
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The term brain damage, or brain injury, refers to the destruction or degeneration of brain cells. Roughly 1.7 million people in the United States sustain a traumatic brain injury each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which may result from a jolt or blow to the head.
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Over 20 percent of women and 10 percent of men experienced migraines or other severe headaches within a three-month period in 2009, according to a National Health Interview Survey.
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Most people require between 10mg and 15mg of iron per day. If you have diabetes, getting proper amounts of iron in your diet is important. According to The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, anemia, or iron deficiency, is a considerable risk for those who have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.
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Sugar-free foods can be helpful if you have diabetes. In many cases, they serve as alternatives to conventional sweetened foods that are limited or restricted from your diet. According to the Joslin Diabetes Center website, the illness is not managed by eliminated sugar, but by managing blood sugar.
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For the millions of people who experience pneumonia each year in the United States, proper treatment and rest are important. Caused by bacteria, viruses or fungi, the illness attacks your respiratory tract, triggering coughing, bloody mucus, fever, chills and shortness of breath.
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Although corticosteroid medications are the primary treatment for polymyalgia rheumatica, a healthy diet, limited in certain foods, could help reduce your symptoms.
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Estrogenic foods contain substances that mimic estrogen, a hormone that plays an important role in female sexual health and reproduction.
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Up to 5 percent of the population has or will develop a brain aneurysm, or a weak area in a blood vessel that usually enlarges, according to the American Heart Association. While most do not produce symptoms, up to 3 percent bleed, which can lead to severe brain damage or death if left untreated.
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Neuropathy, also known as peripheral neuropathy or neuritis, is a condition caused by nerve damage that may result from illnesses such as diabetes, injuries, infections or exposure to various toxins. Common symptoms include tingling, burning and/or numbness and pain in the hands and feet.
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Yogurt that has been stored long past its sell-by date can cause a range of bothersome side effects. Yet, according to a HealthDay News report published on February 2, 2009, Americans commonly consume expired foods, such as yogurt, simply because they own it and may consume expired foods that still appear to be edible.
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Cortisol is a hormone that regulates blood pressure and glucose, or blood sugar, levels. It also helps the body heal from illness and infection. If your adrenal glands don't release adequate amounts of cortisol, all of these important functions can be hindered.
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