For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Complaints about the menstrual cycle usually center around irregular cycles, the discomfort of premenstrual syndrome, or painful, heavy periods. Light or scanty periods don't get as much attention, although these are also a menstrual abnormality.
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Ovarian cysts are sacs of fluid that grow inside or on the ovary. There are different types of ovarian cysts, many of which are normal. In fact, before women reach menopause, a small ovarian cyst forms each month as part of the normal menstrual cycle.
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Hair loss can be caused by a number of factors, including hereditary thinning, medical conditions, prescription drugs, psychiatric disorders and over-processing of the hair. Some of the medical conditions that lead to hair loss directly affect the skin of the scalp.
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Fluid on the elbow is known as elbow bursitis or olecranon bursitis. This condition is the result of fluid accumulating in the bursa, which is a saclike structure located at the point behind the elbow. This sac allows smooth movement in the elbow, making it easier to pick up, throw and hold objects.
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Sacs of fluid that grow in or on the ovaries are referred to as ovarian cysts. These cysts are usually benign and many cause no symptoms. However, large cysts or cysts that are bleeding into surrounding structures may cause symptoms that affect the reproductive system, urinary tract and digestive system.
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Protozoa are one-celled organisms that can cause diseases ranging in severity from mild to deadly. These organisms can be classified as parasitic or free-living. Parasitic protozoa are found in organisms such as ticks, flies and mosquitoes.
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Creatinine is a waste product that forms when creatine is broken down. The kidneys are responsible for eliminating this waste product from the body, so blood creatinine levels are an important indicator of kidney function. If blood creatinine levels are too high, it can indicate a decline in kidney function.
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Blood infections, also known as sepsis, are very serious medical conditions that require prompt treatment. While the main cause of blood infections is an infectious organism in the blood, these organisms can enter the bloodstream in many ways. As a result, there are several causes of blood infections.
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Seroquel is the brand name of a drug known as quetiapine. This drug is used to treat psychiatric disorders such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Because Seroquel changes the way chemicals in the brain work, it can have a number of side effects.
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Impacted bowels is an uncomfortable condition that can result from chronic constipation. Also known as fecal impaction, this condition is the presence of solid masses of dry stool in the rectum. These masses block the rectum and make it difficult to have normal bowel movements.
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Night sweating causes bedding and pajamas to become damp. This is not the result of a warm room or heavy blankets but a medical condition that is caused by several medical disorders and medications.
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Skin rashes are relatively common and can occur due to skin disorders, allergic reactions or exposure to chemicals and rough fabrics. If a skin rash does not go away with over-the-counter treatment methods, it should be evaluated by a physician to determine its cause.
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Metoprolol succinate is an extended-release version of metoprolol. This drug is a beta blocker that is used to treat high blood pressure and other heart conditions.
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When toxins enter the body, they are metabolized by the liver or kidneys. After long-term exposure to toxins or short-term exposure to high amounts of toxins, these organs can sustain damage, allowing toxins to build up in the blood and cause severe symptoms.
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Blood pressure levels fluctuate throughout the day, with the lowest readings usually occurring when a person is asleep. Once a person rises in the morning, blood pressure levels begin to increase. Several medical conditions and lifestyle factors can also cause increases in morning blood pressure readings.
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The 10-panel drug screen test is a drug test method that screens for 10 drugs. This type of test can detect several illegal drugs as well as high levels of prescription drugs that have the potential for abuse.
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Corticosteroids are a type of steroid hormones that are produced in the adrenal cortex. When the adrenal cortex does not produce enough of these hormones, synthetic versions of the hormones may be administered to prevent unwanted symptoms.
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White blood cells, also called leukocytes, help the body fight infection. Leukopenia is a medical condition in which there are not enough white blood cells circulating in the blood.
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Constipation can cause the stool in the colon and rectum to become dry and hard, making it uncomfortable to have a bowel movement. Stool softeners can be used to soften the stool and make it easier to pass out of the digestive tract.
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