Unusual leg heaviness can occur suddenly while you are climbing up stairs, making it virtually impossible to continue to the top. Because heaviness in the legs can sometimes signal a serious medical condition, understand why it occurs and how it can be treated.
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Sports and abdominal exercises can help strengthen and improve the appearance of your stomach muscles. However, too much exercise can be a bad thing. In fact, serious injury can occur if you overwork the abdominal muscles.
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Hard bumps beneath the skin, especially when they appear on the face, can be embarrassing and difficult to conceal. There are a variety of causes responsible for the formation of these bumps. Some of these causes can even be dangerous if left untreated.
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Irritated, puffy eyes can be a sign that your baby is suffering from allergies. Many things can trigger an allergic reaction, including pollen, dust mites and milk. It can sometimes be difficult to tell allergy symptoms from that of pink eye or the common cold.
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Acid reflux, also called gastroesophageal reflux disease, is the third most common gastrointestinal disorder in the United States. Symptoms can worsen while you are sleeping and cause you to wake up coughing or choking. Because acid reflux is so disruptive, it’s essential to understand how you can treat it at bedtime.
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Good nutrition does not just affect the exterior of your body. A steady supply of minerals, vitamins and antioxidants help keep your immune system strong and healthy as well. Several foods can help ease a sore throat and cold as well as fight off the infection causing your symptoms.
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Irritated, itchy skin in the area below the knees can range from mildly uncomfortable to downright disruptive. A persistent itch can lead to continuous scratching that may damage the skin.
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One in 18 children experience food allergies before age 3, according to pediatrician and author Dr. Alan Greene. Food allergies can trigger a variety of symptoms, including diarrhea.
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A cough is your 2-month-old baby’s natural way of clearing away phlegm, mucus and other fluids from her throat, lungs and nasal passages. However, as Evan Forster states in "American Baby"
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Exercise-related muscle shakiness can happen to anyone, no matter your fitness level, age or gender. It can be caused by a variety of factors and poor choices.
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Bicycling is a healthy and safe form of exercise enjoyed by tens of millions of people yearly. Unfortunately, bicycle riding does not come without risks. Falling off of a bicycle can result in severe pain in the shoulder and neck area.
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The shoulder area works hard during virtually every type of upper-body weightlifting exercise, flexing or helping your upper body remain motionless throughout your workout. This makes your shoulder and shoulder blades particularly susceptible to injury while weightlifting.
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Red bumps on the forearms can appear for a variety of reasons. Among them are certain medical conditions or contact with specific items and substances. These bumps, which can also appear on other areas of the body, can be painful, irritating and may even be a symptom of a serious medical problem.
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Although soccer can be an entertaining form of exercise, the running and jumping involved can put you at risk for injuries and conditions that cause heel pain. It can vary in severity, ranging from a mild ache to a debilitating pain that keeps you from playing or practicing.
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Heartburn is a symptom of a digestive condition called gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as acid reflux. Symptoms can be both extreme and painful and affect your quality of life.
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Postpartum swelling in your feet and hands, also called edema, occurs when fluid and blood becomes trapped in the tissues of your body. Although swelling can be frustrating, it typically subsides several weeks after giving birth.
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When a child is short of breath, it can be difficult for him to get the oxygen his body needs to operate correctly. Symptoms may include nostril flaring, grunting and rapid or shallow breaths. MayoClinic.com warns parents to take breathing problems seriously, no matter the cause.
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Spots on the feet can be unsightly and irritating, especially if they are inflamed or sensitive to the touch. They can develop on the underside of the feet due to several medical conditions and illnesses—some that must be treated by a doctor.
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Achiness in the ankles while playing basketball can occur abruptly from a sudden injury or develop gradually over time, and it can result from a variety of conditions and errors. Ankle achiness may not only affect the way that you play basketball, it can halt your game prematurely and dissuade you from future play.
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Because an infant can’t simply tell you, it can be difficult to figure out if a baby has a stomach ache. However, common symptoms include fussiness, gas, vomiting and diarrhea. Whether caused by indigestion, gas, colic or allergy, an upset baby can disrupt the entire family.
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