Disease Guide: Diagnosis, Symptoms & Clinical Treatment Protocols

For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.

Bronchitis Symptoms With Allergies

Bronchitis symptoms, such as wheezing, chest tightness and difficulty breathing associated with allergies are the result of allergy-induced asthma. Allergy induced asthma is the most common type of asthma in the United States, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.

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Humidifier Mold Prevention

Humidifiers are used to help ease nasal and chest congestion due to allergies or the common cold, but if not maintained properly, they can lead to health complications, according to MayoClinic.com. Humidifiers create extra moisture in the air and can encourage the growth of mold and mildew.

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Metamucil & Bloating

Increasing your fiber intake can have a positive impact on your health, but initially you may develop digestive side effects. Metamucil is brand of soluble-fiber products, including powder supplements, pills and wafers, that contain psyllium husk.

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Meningitis Flu Symptoms

In the early stages, meningitis appears to have similar symptoms to that of the flu, according to KidsHealth. Meningitis is an infection in the brain and spinal chord caused by a bacteria or virus.

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The Symptoms of Allergies to Sesame Oil

If you’re taking sesame oil in supplement form and you develop adverse reactions, stop using the oil and call your doctor. Sesame seed allergies are on the rise in the United States and they have been included by Canada and the European Union as a highly allergic food.

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Itchy Inner Ears & Food Allergies

Food allergies seem common but only affect around 4 percent of adult Americans, according to the Mayo Clinic. Food allergies are more common in young children, who often outgrow the allergy by the age of 5. Common food allergens include fish, nuts, peanuts, eggs, milk, soy and wheat.

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Intestinal Gas From Boiled Eggs

If you develop intestinal gas along with other gastric symptoms after you eat boiled eggs, you may have a dietary intolerance to eggs. Egg intolerance is a condition that causes digestive complications anytime you ingest eggs. An egg intolerance is different from an egg allergy.

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Stool-Firming Diets

Watery or excessive stool may be a sign of a condition that needs to be diagnosed by a medical doctor. Diarrhea and loose stools may be a symptom of irritable bowel syndrome, a food allergy or food intolerance. There are certain foods you can eat that will help you get more-solid stools.

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Gas Pains in Upper Back After Eating

Gas is a common occurrence on a daily basis. You may not notice how much you pass gas in a single day because it is so normal. The average person passes gas about 10 times in one day.

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Rash After Taking Probiotics

A rash that develops after taking a probiotic supplement may be a sign of an allergic reaction. Because a rash is not a common side effect of taking probiotic supplements, you need to call your doctor and discontinue use of the product.

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Grilled Cheese and an Upset Stomach

If you notice that you develop an upset stomach every time you eat grilled cheese, you should avoid eating that food until you can be seen by your doctor. FamilyDoctor.org states that the most common causes of dyspepsia, the medical term for upset stomach, are peptic ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease.

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A Sore Throat With a Lump

A sore throat with the feeling of a lump is associated with post nasal drip, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology.

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Stomach Pains: Tofu and Soy

Soy products are used as a safe alternative to diary products, but for some people, eating soy can be an unpleasant experience. Stomach pains from tofu and soy are most likely related to a soy allergy. Tofu is textured soy protein that is used for cooking and substituting for cream, eggs and butter in various recipes.

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Health Symptoms: Flushed Face After Eating

Facial flushing is an alarming symptom that may worry you, but with an evaluation from your health-care professional, a diagnosis can alleviate your concern. Most cases of facial flushing from eating are related to food intolerances or a food allergy.

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Spinach & Stomach Cramps

Spinach is a common vegetable used in casseroles and salads and as a side dish. Stomach cramps that occur after consuming spinach may be a sign of a more serious condition, or they may be related to food poisoning.

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Blueberries & Severe Abdominal Pain

Blueberries are a popular berry used in desserts, cereals and as a healthy snack, but for some people eating blueberries can cause severe abdominal pain. Severe abdominal pain is an alarming symptoms that will need to be evaluated by your family doctor or gastroenterologist.

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Food Allergies Causing Swollen Eyelids

A food allergy is a mistake of the immune system, according to Kids Health. The immune system protects the body from harmful substances, such as viruses and bacteria. During a food allergy reaction, the immune system mistakes the food as a harmful substance and attempts to fight it off.

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