For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
According to the Mayo Clinic, the average person produces up to two quarts of saliva every day. This seemingly large amount of liquid in the mouth goes unnoticed most of the time due to the constant swallowing that most people are able to accomplish.
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Open wounds to the skin are a type of trauma; sometimes the trauma is serious enough that skin tissue in and around the wound begins to die, a condition called necrosis.
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Splinter removal must be done with care and patience to avoid leaving pieces behind in a personโs skin. Fragments of splinters can lead to painful infections that may require professional medical attention.
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Coughing and a stuffy nose are usually signs of the common cold; these symptoms tend to run full force all day long until the virus runs its course. When coughing and nasal congestion appear only after eating, you may have a mystery on your hands to determine the cause.
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Gastritis is the irritation and inflammation of the lining of your stomach due to bacterial infection, use of certain medications or injury.The condition can come on suddenly in an acute attack or can be more chronic in nature.
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Bug bites are an annoying and common occurrence, especially during the warm spring and summer seasons. Common culprits include mosquitoes and flies. Unlike stings, most bug bites do not involve injection of venom into the skin. Instead it's saliva from the bug's mouth that causes local irritation and swelling.
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Bell's palsy is a type of nerve damage that can temporarily paralyze the muscles in the face. People who have Bell's palsy may be unable to generate facial expression--their faces may look droopy on one side or asymmetrical. Steroid medications are sometimes used to reduce the inflammation that may occur.
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A wet cough is also called a productive cough because each cough produces mucus from the respiratory tract. Wet coughs are often seen in people who have asthma, bronchitis or other conditions that cause mucus and other fluids to settle in their lungs.
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Nicotine is an addictive substance that is found in the tobacco plant and is an active ingredient in chewing tobacco, cigarettes and cigars. Nicotine is also found in smoking-cessation products, including gum and wearable patches. Nicotine poisoning can occur when very large amounts of nicotine are orally ingested.
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The abundance of iron in the earth's core means that the mineral can sometimes seep into the water in which you bathe and wash your hair. The Illinois Department of Public Health states that very small amounts of iron as low as 0.
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Miliaria is the medical term that describes the rash you might get when your sweat pores are blocked. Intense heat and humidity and friction from your clothing can contribute to the blockage of your sweat ducts, according to the New Zealand Dermatological Society's Dermnet NZ information center.
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Your circulatory system constantly keeps blood flowing throughout your body. Circulation that become compromised, sometimes due to inactivity during travel or bedrest, can lead to a potentially harmful condition called deep vein thrombosis, or DVT.
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Testosterone is a male hormone, yet both males and females alike have some flowing through their bodies. According to Australia's Jean Haile Foundation for Women, testosterone levels fall during menopause, which can contribute to emotional and physical side effects.
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Inner ear problems can affect many areas of your life, including your vision and balance. You can develop an inner ear disorder after catching a cold, sustaining a head injury, having a stroke or contracting another degenerative medical condition, states the National Institutes of Health.
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DHEA is an abbreviation for dehydroepiandrosterone, a hormone produced by your adrenal glands. Your adrenals are located above your kidneys.
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Labyrinthitis is an inner-ear condition that can cause balance problems. The inner ear swells, generally after you've had a cold or respiratory infection, and interferes with the normal signals your brain receives concerning balance.
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Everyone feels anxious and stressed out at times. This is normal behavior that often goes hand-in-hand with a busy life.
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