A dislocated shoulder can occur downwards, backwards and completely or partially. It is important to note that the shoulder is one of the most flexible joint in the body which makes it vulnerable to dislocations. A dislocation arises if the upper arm bone moves out of the socket positioned in the shoulder blade. In most […]
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A hairline wrist fracture can affect any bones in the forearm or wrist. The usual causes of the injury include sports injuries, falls, vehicular accidents and repeated force without rest. Individuals with osteoporosis or other bone conditions face the highest risk for ending up with a hairline wrist fracture. A doctor should be consulted if
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The flexor mass muscle is found in the forearm. This is a group of muscles responsible for holding objects, throwing a ball as well as flexing and extending the hand at the wrist. If the individual has a torn flexor mass muscle, the symptoms can be evident. If an individual is suspected with a damaged
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Elbow joint pain might be an indication of tennis elbow, tendinitis, bursitis or a muscle strain. Generally, discomfort arises if the tendons, muscles and joints are strained or overly used. The initial treatment aimed on relieving the elbow joint pain is the same, regardless of the specific condition present. Measures to alleviate elbow joint pain
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Yellow fever is a critical infection that is spread by mosquitoes. It is reported in various regions of Africa, Central America, South America as well as the Caribbean. Luckily, there is an available vaccine that prevents one from acquiring the condition if travelling to these areas. Overview on the vaccination The vaccine for yellow fever
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Subarachnoid hemorrhage is an infrequent form of stroke brought about by bleeding on the brain surface. Remember that it is a critical condition and can be deadly. In most cases of subarachnoid hemorrhage, it is caused by a ruptured brain aneurysm. A brain aneurysm is a protrusion in a blood vessel due to weakening in
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A perforated eardrum is an opening that generally heals in a few weeks and might not necessitate treatment. A doctor should be consulted if an individual is suspected with the injury since it can lead to ear infections. What are the causes? Having a hole in the eardrum might be caused by the following: Ear
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Leptospirosis is a form of bacterial infection transmitted by animals. It is brought about by a variant of the leptospira bacteria. Generally, most cases of leptospirosis only trigger mild flu-like symptoms such as muscle pain, headache and chills. Nevertheless, there are cases where the infection is severe and can lead to dangerous issues including internal
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Constipation is a prevalent condition affecting individuals of all ages. This condition is characterized by not passing stools regularly or unable to fully empty the bowel. This condition can also cause the stools to harden and become lumpy as well as unusually small or large. The severity of the condition tends to vary from one
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Ulcerative colitis is an enduring condition in which the colon and rectum is swollen. Generally, small-sized ulcers form on the lining of the colon and might even bleed and drain pus. Indications The main indications of ulcerative colitis include: Abdominal pain Recurring episodes of diarrhea might include mucus, blood or pus Urge to empty the
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