It is important to note that chronic low back pain is a common issue and can affect family, work and even recreational activities. Even though there is no specific cure for low back pain, there are a number of measures to consider in managing the symptoms originating from the back. Slouching A usual cause of […]
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The key in order to survive a heart attack is to distinguish that you might be experiencing one and seeking medical help as quickly as possible. An acute heart attack is triggered by a sudden obstruction of a coronary artery which causes some of the heart muscles that supply the artery to die. Since many
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Eczema is considered as a chronic, recurrent skin condition that usually occurs during infancy and early childhood but can persist up to adulthood. Just like with other allergies and asthma, atopic dermatitis typically run in families. Always bear in mind that atopic dermatitis is not a rash that causes itchiness. It is described as an
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When it comes to respiratory distress, it is something that many want to avoid. Luckily, as long as the individual follows the recommendations by the doctor, he/she can keep the asthma under proper control. Nevertheless, since poor asthma control can eventually lead to respiratory distress, it is essential that you are familiar with all the
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Otitis media is basically an ear infection affecting the middle ear. This ear infection is quite common among infants and young children, but can also affect adults. In most cases, the infection can be instigated by bacteria or viruses and the treatment is based on the symptoms, age and other connected factors. Take note that
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Once the conservative treatment options for arthritis could not satisfactorily reduce the pain in the affected ankle, it is best to consider joint surgery. It is vital that you are familiar with various types of joint surgery and fully understand the possible options. One of these surgical options is ankle fusion. Close look on ankle
Always bear in mind that splinters can become infected if allowed to stay under the skin for a long period of time. You have to watch out for signs of infection before attempting to remove the splinter. Swelling Redness Severe pain even without movement Drainage of pus from the wound In case a splinter became
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After sustaining an injury to the chest or forceful coughing, there is the possibility of broken ribs if the individual has any of the following: Intense pain while taking a breath Crepitus or “crunch-like” sensation under the skin Tenderness to the chest area or back over the rib area The ideal way to identify a
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Chicken pox is one of the common childhood infections but no longer prevalent upon the availability of the chicken pox vaccine which was added to the childhood immunization schedule in 1995. Symptoms of chicken pox The following are the usual signs and symptoms of chicken pox to watch out for. Fever up to 104 or
Fever blister or cold sores are considered as common skin conditions that affect many individuals all over the globe. Fever blisters are actually triggered by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) and the usual manifestation of a herpes simplex virus infection. Connection of fever blisters and herpes simplex virus It is important to note that fever
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