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.

Contact Lenses

Can You Take Showers Wearing Contacts?

Contact lenses are very safe if worn properly. While contacts are designed to be worn for long periods every day, there are certain times when you should remove them. Contact lenses should be removed before coming into contact with any water, including shower water.

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Woman having manicure

Am I Allergic to Acrylic Nails?

Acrylic nails are glued onto real nails with adhesive. While acrylic nails are generally safe, some people may have an allergic reaction to the components of the acrylic nails or the adhesive used to apply them. If you are allergic, your fingers can become red, itchy and swollen around the nail bed.

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sliced kiwi on a plate with a fork

Kiwi Fruit for Constipation

Constipation is a common gastrointestinal problem, especially among women and adults age 65 and older. In many cases, you can reduce and prevent constipation by consuming more fiber, which is found in fruits such as kiwis.

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Diamond Ring

Allergic Reaction to Platinum on the Ring Finger

An allergic reaction to your wedding ring, a condition officially known as wedding ring dermatitis, causes the skin underneath to become red, itchy and dry. Wedding ring dermatitis can happen with rings made from various metals, including platinum.

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