For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Laboratory blood tests can help doctors to diagnose problems in their patients. While there is no such thing as a "standard blood test," there are several common blood test panels that your doctor may recommend. These can be ordered as part of a routine checkup, or may be ordered if the patient complains of symptoms.
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You may wake up hungry in the morning, or you might have a less hearty appetite upon waking. If you normally eat breakfast, however, and suddenly have a decreased appetite in the morning or if you are suffering from nausea when you wake up, you may have an underlying health problem.
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Overeating can cause indigestion, heartburn, abdominal bloating and general discomfort. If you have certain health conditions or if you overindulge on certain foods, you may also experience diarrhea.
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Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, appear in the late teen and early adult years. When they grow improperly, cause crowding or donβt emerge and become trapped within the jaw, removal may be recommended.
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Robitussin is an over the counter cough medicine. The medication comes in different types of formulas, including a cough suppressant, an expectorant, a cough and cold remedy, a cough cold and flu remedy and children's formulas.
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If you have a dry mouth, you may feel as though it's full of cotton. Sometimes a common cold can cause a dry mouth. Other causes include medications, cancer therapy and health conditions such as depression, stroke or diabetes. If your dry mouth is severe, you may find relief in artificial saliva products.
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Food allergies can cause swelling and itching of the face, lips, mouth, tongue and extremities, and may be accompanied by hives. Symptoms range from mild to severe, and represent a response by your body's immune system.
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An enlarged heart, or cardiomegaly, is often a symptom of one of several underlying conditions. Some conditions that can cause an enlarged heart include high blood pressure, heart failure, coronary artery disease, a heart valve problem, and pregnancy.
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During pregnancy, your gums might tend to swell due to hormonal changes. You also might be prone to dental decay during this time, which can lead to a tooth infection.
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The common cold and sinusitis may cause nasal and throat congestion. You may have trouble breathing through your nose and may find yourself clearing your throat a lot. This may lead to a headache or a sore throat. Treat mild symptoms of congestion with home remedies.
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A sinus infection during pregnancy can make you miserable. The yellow or green nasal discharge, congestion, fever, headache, facial tenderness, cough and sore throat that are classic symptoms will make you want to take medication and make it all go away.
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Food allergies affect approximately 2 percent of adults, and between 4 and 8 percent of children, reports the University of Maryland Medical Center. While cherries are not one of the top eight food allergens, they do cause allergic reactions in some people, particularly those with pollen allergies.
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Most women occasionally skip a menstrual period. This is most often due to having an anovulatory cycle, or a menstrual cycle during which an egg is not released. Irregular menstrual cycles can also be a symptom of perimenopause, which is the period of time directly preceding menopause.
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A toothache is usually caused by dental decay, sometimes called dental caries or dental cavities. You may experience a sharp or throbbing pain after eating something cold or if you are also suffering from a sinus infection. An ear infection or a heart attack can cause referred pain to your tooth.
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Although a fever can be frightening to parents, a high temperature by itself is not a cause for concern; it is simply the body's way of fighting off a virus or bacteria. Many times, a fever is accompanied by other symptoms, including a loss of appetite. According to MayoClinic.
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Most women experience a vaginal irritation or infection at some point. Symptoms include itching, swelling, pain and redness. You may also experience mild bleeding, unusual discharge and pain when urinating or having sexual intercourse.
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