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.

Soccer player

Your Knee Hurts After Playing Soccer

Every time you walk, run or stand, you're putting stress on your knee joints, and soccer players put more stress on their knees than non-athletes. The supporting elements of the knee joint are composed almost exclusively of soft tissues, such as tendons, ligaments, cartilage and small muscles that are prone to injury.

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Running injury, knee pain

Pain Above the Knee Cap With Running

Chondromalacia patellae refers to a dull pain in the area of the knee cap. Many athletes, especially runners and cyclists, suffer from the syndrome. Determine the cause of the pain in your knee to get the appropriate treatment and and take steps to prevent future knee pain and injury.

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How to Stop Throat Swelling

Throat swelling, or pharyngitis, can cause pain or itching in the throat that may worsen when you swallow. Most cases of throat swelling are caused by viral infections, such as the cold or flu, but if your symptoms are caused by a bacterial infection, antibiotics may be required.

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Korean kimchee

Is Kimchi Fattening?

Kimchi is a popular Korean side dish made from fermented vegetables and chili paste and served with nearly every meal. While most varieties of kimchi are made from fat-free and low-calorie vegetables, some preparations are more caloric and fattening than others.

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