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.

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How to Stop Sinus Drainage in the Throat

Sinus drainage occurs when excess mucus drains down the back of the throat. This post-nasal drip tends to trigger coughing, and contributes to the misery of allergy and cold symptoms.

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How to Ease Swelling of a Cheek Due to a Toothache

If you have swelling of the gums, face or cheek related to tooth pain, you may have an infection and should see your dentist right away for assessment and treatment. To complement your dentist's treatment plan, there are also some home strategies that can ease your pain and swelling.

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How to Get Rid of Cold in 1-Month-Old Baby

It can be challenging to care for a baby when he is sick with a cold. Although there is no cure for the common cold, you can take steps to help your baby feel more comfortable and reduce the risk of a more severe infection.

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Natural Remedies for Underarm Odor

Natural Remedies for Underarm Odor

Body odor can often be curtailed by using deodorants and antiperspirants. Effective natural solutions include good hygiene and wearing smart clothing choices.

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How to Stop a Toddler's Diarrhea

Most cases of diarrhea in toddlers are caused by viral infections. Bacteria, parasites, food allergies and medication side effects are other possible causes.

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How to Tie Off a Skin Tag

Skin tags, or acrochordons, are benign, skin-colored growths that develop primarily in areas where the skin folds, such as under the arms or on the neck or eyelids.

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How to Recover From Bad Running Leg Cramps

Leg cramps from running are typically caused by overuse, muscle strain or dehydration. Running too far too quickly and without sufficient training or warming up can quickly lead to thigh and calf cramps.

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How To Clean Humidifier Mold

Humidifiers help restore moisture to dry indoor air, but without proper care and maintenance they can pose a potentially serious risk to health.

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How to Fix Chronic Postnasal Drip in Children

Postnasal drip is the sensation of accumulated or dripping mucus from the back of the nose. Chronic postnasal drip persists longer than two months and often occurs in conjunction with allergies, chronic sinusitis or gastroesophageal reflux disease.

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How to Decrease the Swelling With an Infected Toe

Toe infections typically cause pain, redness, warmth and swelling and may result from a cut, injury, ingrown toenail or other problem. The swelling may be severe enough to interfere with walking and daily functioning.

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Taping Technique for Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a type of tendonitis that affects the tendons that join the outside of the elbow with the muscles of the forearm. It typically develops in response to overuse of the elbow and may cause significant pain, explains the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

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How to Get Rid of Bunions Without Surgery

Bunions are a common and progressive deformity caused by a structural abnormality in the foot. Over time, they appear as an increasingly large bump on the side of the foot or at the base of the big toe.

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Zyrtec for Infants

Zyrtec, or cetirizine, is an antihistamine medication available over the counter to treat allergies and hives. In infants, Zyrtec is the only Food and Drug Administration-approved medication to treat perennial allergic rhinitis and chronic urticaria.

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What Causes Numbness in Fingers and Feet?

Numbness is a symptom associated with a plethora of diseases and disorders. Transient numbness not accompanied by pain or changes in skin color may be a normal response to cold temperatures or other benign conditions. Persistent or recurrent numbness, however, always requires medical attention.

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Nose Problems in Dry Climate

To function effectively, the nasal passages must be kept moist at all times, according to the American Academy of Otolaryngology. While this is not generally a problem, prolonged exposure to dry climates can dry out the nose and lead to a variety of problems.

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How to Treat Precancerous Sun Damage to Skin

The American Cancer Society states that skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, with more than 1 million new cases diagnosed in the United States each year. Most skin cancers are caused by excessive exposure to the sun's UV rays.

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How to Get Nicotine Stains Off of Dentures

Although dentures resemble real teeth and are equally prone to staining, they require special care and cleaning methods. Yellow and brown stains on dentures from smoking are difficult to remove with routine brushing.

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How to Clean Out Nose

Nasal congestion is a common ailment that occurs in response to viruses, such as the cold and flu, allergies, sinus infections and other problems. Cleaning out your nose can improve your breathing, help you sleep and reduce your discomfort.

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How to Care for a Bruised Knee

Knee bruises occur when small blood vessels beneath the surface of the skin break, allowing blood to leak into the soft tissue. This leads to discoloration, swelling and discomfort. The amount of pain and length of recovery depend on the severity and location of the bruise.

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