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Pericarditis is a condition in which the sac-like covering around the heart (pericardium) becomes inflamed. The cause of pericarditis is unknown or unproven in many cases. It mostly affects men ages 20 to 50 years. Pericarditis is often the result of an infection such as: The condition may be seen with diseases such ...
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Pericarditis is a condition in which the sac-like covering around the heart (pericardium) becomes inflamed. The cause of pericarditis is unknown or unproven in many cases. It mostly affects men ages 20 to 50 years. Pericarditis is often the result of an infection such as: The condition may be seen with diseases such ...
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Ewing sarcoma is a malignant bone tumor that forms in the bone or soft tissue. It affects mostly teens and young adults. Ewing sarcoma can occur anytime during childhood and young adulthood. But it usually develops during puberty, when bones are growing rapidly. It is more common in White children than in Black or Asia...
What is (are) Ewing sarcoma ?
Ewing sarcoma is a malignant bone tumor that forms in the bone or soft tissue. It affects mostly teens and young adults. Ewing sarcoma can occur anytime during childhood and young adulthood. But it usually develops during puberty, when bones are growing rapidly. It is more common in White children than in Black or Asia...
What causes Ewing sarcoma ?
Ewing sarcoma is a malignant bone tumor that forms in the bone or soft tissue. It affects mostly teens and young adults. Ewing sarcoma can occur anytime during childhood and young adulthood. But it usually develops during puberty, when bones are growing rapidly. It is more common in White children than in Black or Asia...
What are the symptoms of Ewing sarcoma ?
Ewing sarcoma is a malignant bone tumor that forms in the bone or soft tissue. It affects mostly teens and young adults. Ewing sarcoma can occur anytime during childhood and young adulthood. But it usually develops during puberty, when bones are growing rapidly. It is more common in White children than in Black or Asia...
How to diagnose Ewing sarcoma ?
Ewing sarcoma is a malignant bone tumor that forms in the bone or soft tissue. It affects mostly teens and young adults. Ewing sarcoma can occur anytime during childhood and young adulthood. But it usually develops during puberty, when bones are growing rapidly. It is more common in White children than in Black or Asia...
What are the treatments for Ewing sarcoma ?
Ewing sarcoma is a malignant bone tumor that forms in the bone or soft tissue. It affects mostly teens and young adults. Ewing sarcoma can occur anytime during childhood and young adulthood. But it usually develops during puberty, when bones are growing rapidly. It is more common in White children than in Black or Asia...
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Ewing sarcoma is a malignant bone tumor that forms in the bone or soft tissue. It affects mostly teens and young adults. Ewing sarcoma can occur anytime during childhood and young adulthood. But it usually develops during puberty, when bones are growing rapidly. It is more common in White children than in Black or Asia...
What is the outlook for Ewing sarcoma ?
Ewing sarcoma is a malignant bone tumor that forms in the bone or soft tissue. It affects mostly teens and young adults. Ewing sarcoma can occur anytime during childhood and young adulthood. But it usually develops during puberty, when bones are growing rapidly. It is more common in White children than in Black or Asia...
What are the complications of Ewing sarcoma ?
Ewing sarcoma is a malignant bone tumor that forms in the bone or soft tissue. It affects mostly teens and young adults. Ewing sarcoma can occur anytime during childhood and young adulthood. But it usually develops during puberty, when bones are growing rapidly. It is more common in White children than in Black or Asia...
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Liver transplant is surgery to replace a diseased liver with a healthy liver. The donated liver may be from: The donor liver is transported in a cooled salt-water (saline) solution that preserves the organ for up to 8 hours. The necessary tests can then be done to match the donor with the recipient. The new liver is re...
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Brachytherapy is a procedure to implant radioactive seeds (pellets) into the prostate gland to kill prostate cancer cells. The seeds may give off high or low amounts of radiation. Brachytherapy takes 30 minutes or more, depending on the type of therapy you have. Before the procedure, you will be given medicine so that ...
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When a parent's cancer treatment has stopped working, you may wonder how to tell your child. Talking openly and honestly is an important way to help ease your child's anxiety. You may wonder when it is the right time to talk to your child about death. In truth, there might not be one perfect time. You can give your chi...
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Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or pressure on the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a symptom of a medical problem. It is not a medical condition by itself. Sciatica occurs when there is pressure on or damage to the sciatic nerve. This nerve starts in the lower b...
What is (are) Sciatica ?
Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or pressure on the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a symptom of a medical problem. It is not a medical condition by itself. Sciatica occurs when there is pressure on or damage to the sciatic nerve. This nerve starts in the lower b...
What causes Sciatica ?
Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or pressure on the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a symptom of a medical problem. It is not a medical condition by itself. Sciatica occurs when there is pressure on or damage to the sciatic nerve. This nerve starts in the lower b...
What are the symptoms of Sciatica ?
Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or pressure on the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a symptom of a medical problem. It is not a medical condition by itself. Sciatica occurs when there is pressure on or damage to the sciatic nerve. This nerve starts in the lower b...
How to diagnose Sciatica ?
Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or pressure on the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a symptom of a medical problem. It is not a medical condition by itself. Sciatica occurs when there is pressure on or damage to the sciatic nerve. This nerve starts in the lower b...
What are the treatments for Sciatica ?
Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or pressure on the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a symptom of a medical problem. It is not a medical condition by itself. Sciatica occurs when there is pressure on or damage to the sciatic nerve. This nerve starts in the lower b...
What is the outlook for Sciatica ?
Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or pressure on the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a symptom of a medical problem. It is not a medical condition by itself. Sciatica occurs when there is pressure on or damage to the sciatic nerve. This nerve starts in the lower b...
What are the complications of Sciatica ?
Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or pressure on the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a symptom of a medical problem. It is not a medical condition by itself. Sciatica occurs when there is pressure on or damage to the sciatic nerve. This nerve starts in the lower b...
Do I need to see a doctor for Sciatica ?
Sciatica refers to pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the leg. It is caused by injury to or pressure on the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a symptom of a medical problem. It is not a medical condition by itself. Sciatica occurs when there is pressure on or damage to the sciatic nerve. This nerve starts in the lower b...
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Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can come from any event or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous. Stress is your body's reaction to a challenge or demand. In short bursts, stress can be positive, such as when it helps you avoid danger or meet a deadline. But when stress last...
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Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can come from any event or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous. Stress is your body's reaction to a challenge or demand. In short bursts, stress can be positive, such as when it helps you avoid danger or meet a deadline. But when stress last...
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Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can come from any event or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous. Stress is your body's reaction to a challenge or demand. In short bursts, stress can be positive, such as when it helps you avoid danger or meet a deadline. But when stress last...
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Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can come from any event or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous. Stress is your body's reaction to a challenge or demand. In short bursts, stress can be positive, such as when it helps you avoid danger or meet a deadline. But when stress last...
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Autosomal recessive is one of several ways that a trait, disorder, or disease can be passed down through families. An autosomal recessive disorder means two copies of an abnormal gene must be present in order for the disease or trait to develop. Inheriting a specific disease, condition, or trait depends on the type of ...
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This article discusses the health problems that might occur when someone swallows watercolor paints. This can happen by accident or on purpose. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to treat or manage an actual poison exposure. If you or someone you are with has an exposure, call the local emergency numbe...
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The main treatments for heart failure are making lifestyle changes and taking your medicines. However, there are procedures and surgeries that may help. A heart pacemaker is a small, battery-operated device that sends a signal to your heart. The signal makes your heart beat at the correct pace. Pacemakers may be used: ...
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A herniated (slipped) disk occurs when all or part of a disk is forced through a weakened part of the disk. This may place pressure on nearby nerves or the spinal cord. The bones (vertebrae) of the spinal column protect nerves that come out of the brain and travel down your back to form the spinal cord. Nerve roots ar...
What is (are) Herniated disk ?
A herniated (slipped) disk occurs when all or part of a disk is forced through a weakened part of the disk. This may place pressure on nearby nerves or the spinal cord. The bones (vertebrae) of the spinal column protect nerves that come out of the brain and travel down your back to form the spinal cord. Nerve roots ar...
What causes Herniated disk ?
A herniated (slipped) disk occurs when all or part of a disk is forced through a weakened part of the disk. This may place pressure on nearby nerves or the spinal cord. The bones (vertebrae) of the spinal column protect nerves that come out of the brain and travel down your back to form the spinal cord. Nerve roots ar...
What are the symptoms of Herniated disk ?
A herniated (slipped) disk occurs when all or part of a disk is forced through a weakened part of the disk. This may place pressure on nearby nerves or the spinal cord. The bones (vertebrae) of the spinal column protect nerves that come out of the brain and travel down your back to form the spinal cord. Nerve roots ar...
How to diagnose Herniated disk ?
A herniated (slipped) disk occurs when all or part of a disk is forced through a weakened part of the disk. This may place pressure on nearby nerves or the spinal cord. The bones (vertebrae) of the spinal column protect nerves that come out of the brain and travel down your back to form the spinal cord. Nerve roots ar...
What are the treatments for Herniated disk ?
A herniated (slipped) disk occurs when all or part of a disk is forced through a weakened part of the disk. This may place pressure on nearby nerves or the spinal cord. The bones (vertebrae) of the spinal column protect nerves that come out of the brain and travel down your back to form the spinal cord. Nerve roots ar...
What is the outlook for Herniated disk ?
A herniated (slipped) disk occurs when all or part of a disk is forced through a weakened part of the disk. This may place pressure on nearby nerves or the spinal cord. The bones (vertebrae) of the spinal column protect nerves that come out of the brain and travel down your back to form the spinal cord. Nerve roots ar...
What are the complications of Herniated disk ?
A herniated (slipped) disk occurs when all or part of a disk is forced through a weakened part of the disk. This may place pressure on nearby nerves or the spinal cord. The bones (vertebrae) of the spinal column protect nerves that come out of the brain and travel down your back to form the spinal cord. Nerve roots ar...
Do I need to see a doctor for Herniated disk ?
A herniated (slipped) disk occurs when all or part of a disk is forced through a weakened part of the disk. This may place pressure on nearby nerves or the spinal cord. The bones (vertebrae) of the spinal column protect nerves that come out of the brain and travel down your back to form the spinal cord. Nerve roots ar...
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Getting medical help right away for someone who is having a medical emergency can save their life. This article describes the warning signs of a medical emergency and how to be prepared. According to the American College of Emergency Physicians, the following are warning signs of a medical emergency: BE PREPARED: If ...
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Many sweetened drinks are high in calories and can cause weight gain, even in active people. If you feel like drinking something sweet, try to choose a beverage that is made with non-nutritive (or sugar-free) sweeteners. You can also add flavor to plain water or seltzer with fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, or a splash...
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A cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) culture is a laboratory test to look for bacteria, fungi, and viruses in the fluid that moves in the space around the spinal cord. CSF protects the brain and spinal cord from injury. A sample of CSF is needed. This is usually done with a lumbar puncture (also known as a spinal tap). The samp...
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Short bowel syndrome is a problem that occurs when part of the small intestine is missing or has been removed during surgery. Nutrients are not properly absorbed into the body as a result. The small intestine absorbs much of the nutrients found in foods we eat. When two-thirds of the small intestine is missing, the bod...
What is (are) Short bowel syndrome ?
Short bowel syndrome is a problem that occurs when part of the small intestine is missing or has been removed during surgery. Nutrients are not properly absorbed into the body as a result. The small intestine absorbs much of the nutrients found in foods we eat. When two-thirds of the small intestine is missing, the bod...
What causes Short bowel syndrome ?
Short bowel syndrome is a problem that occurs when part of the small intestine is missing or has been removed during surgery. Nutrients are not properly absorbed into the body as a result. The small intestine absorbs much of the nutrients found in foods we eat. When two-thirds of the small intestine is missing, the bod...
What are the symptoms of Short bowel syndrome ?
Short bowel syndrome is a problem that occurs when part of the small intestine is missing or has been removed during surgery. Nutrients are not properly absorbed into the body as a result. The small intestine absorbs much of the nutrients found in foods we eat. When two-thirds of the small intestine is missing, the bod...
How to diagnose Short bowel syndrome ?
Short bowel syndrome is a problem that occurs when part of the small intestine is missing or has been removed during surgery. Nutrients are not properly absorbed into the body as a result. The small intestine absorbs much of the nutrients found in foods we eat. When two-thirds of the small intestine is missing, the bod...
What are the treatments for Short bowel syndrome ?
Short bowel syndrome is a problem that occurs when part of the small intestine is missing or has been removed during surgery. Nutrients are not properly absorbed into the body as a result. The small intestine absorbs much of the nutrients found in foods we eat. When two-thirds of the small intestine is missing, the bod...
What is the outlook for Short bowel syndrome ?
Short bowel syndrome is a problem that occurs when part of the small intestine is missing or has been removed during surgery. Nutrients are not properly absorbed into the body as a result. The small intestine absorbs much of the nutrients found in foods we eat. When two-thirds of the small intestine is missing, the bod...
What are the complications of Short bowel syndrome ?
Short bowel syndrome is a problem that occurs when part of the small intestine is missing or has been removed during surgery. Nutrients are not properly absorbed into the body as a result. The small intestine absorbs much of the nutrients found in foods we eat. When two-thirds of the small intestine is missing, the bod...
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Blue nightshade poisoning occurs when someone eats parts of the blue nightshade plant. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to treat or manage an actual poison exposure. If you or someone you are with has an exposure, call the local emergency number (such as 911), or the local poison control center can b...
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You were in the hospital after having a stroke. Stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain stops. At home follow your health care provider's instructions on self-care. Use the information below as a reminder. First, you received treatment to prevent further damage to the brain, and to help the heart, lungs, an...
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You were in the hospital after having a stroke. Stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain stops. At home follow your health care provider's instructions on self-care. Use the information below as a reminder. First, you received treatment to prevent further damage to the brain, and to help the heart, lungs, an...
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You were in the hospital after having a stroke. Stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain stops. At home follow your health care provider's instructions on self-care. Use the information below as a reminder. First, you received treatment to prevent further damage to the brain, and to help the heart, lungs, an...
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Bruxism is when you grind your teeth (slide your teeth back and forth over each other). People can clench and grind without being aware of it. It can happen during the day and night. Bruxism during sleep is often a bigger problem because it is harder to control. There is some disagreement about the cause of bruxism. Da...
What is (are) Bruxism ?
Bruxism is when you grind your teeth (slide your teeth back and forth over each other). People can clench and grind without being aware of it. It can happen during the day and night. Bruxism during sleep is often a bigger problem because it is harder to control. There is some disagreement about the cause of bruxism. Da...
What causes Bruxism ?
Bruxism is when you grind your teeth (slide your teeth back and forth over each other). People can clench and grind without being aware of it. It can happen during the day and night. Bruxism during sleep is often a bigger problem because it is harder to control. There is some disagreement about the cause of bruxism. Da...
What are the symptoms of Bruxism ?
Bruxism is when you grind your teeth (slide your teeth back and forth over each other). People can clench and grind without being aware of it. It can happen during the day and night. Bruxism during sleep is often a bigger problem because it is harder to control. There is some disagreement about the cause of bruxism. Da...
How to diagnose Bruxism ?
Bruxism is when you grind your teeth (slide your teeth back and forth over each other). People can clench and grind without being aware of it. It can happen during the day and night. Bruxism during sleep is often a bigger problem because it is harder to control. There is some disagreement about the cause of bruxism. Da...
What are the treatments for Bruxism ?
Bruxism is when you grind your teeth (slide your teeth back and forth over each other). People can clench and grind without being aware of it. It can happen during the day and night. Bruxism during sleep is often a bigger problem because it is harder to control. There is some disagreement about the cause of bruxism. Da...
What is the outlook for Bruxism ?
Bruxism is when you grind your teeth (slide your teeth back and forth over each other). People can clench and grind without being aware of it. It can happen during the day and night. Bruxism during sleep is often a bigger problem because it is harder to control. There is some disagreement about the cause of bruxism. Da...
What are the complications of Bruxism ?
Bruxism is when you grind your teeth (slide your teeth back and forth over each other). People can clench and grind without being aware of it. It can happen during the day and night. Bruxism during sleep is often a bigger problem because it is harder to control. There is some disagreement about the cause of bruxism. Da...
Do I need to see a doctor for Bruxism ?
Bruxism is when you grind your teeth (slide your teeth back and forth over each other). People can clench and grind without being aware of it. It can happen during the day and night. Bruxism during sleep is often a bigger problem because it is harder to control. There is some disagreement about the cause of bruxism. Da...
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The following organizations are good resources for information on chronic pain: Pain - resources; Resources - chronic pain Updated by: Jennifer K. Mannheim, ARNP, Medical Staff, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, WA. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Direc...
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Erythroderma is widespread redness of the skin. It is accompanied by scaling, peeling, and flaking of the skin, and may include itching and hair loss. Erythroderma may occur due to: Sometimes the cause is unknown. It is more common in males. Symptoms may include any of the following: There may be secondary infections o...
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Erythroderma is widespread redness of the skin. It is accompanied by scaling, peeling, and flaking of the skin, and may include itching and hair loss. Erythroderma may occur due to: Sometimes the cause is unknown. It is more common in males. Symptoms may include any of the following: There may be secondary infections o...
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Erythroderma is widespread redness of the skin. It is accompanied by scaling, peeling, and flaking of the skin, and may include itching and hair loss. Erythroderma may occur due to: Sometimes the cause is unknown. It is more common in males. Symptoms may include any of the following: There may be secondary infections o...
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Laparoscopic gallbladder removal is surgery to remove the gallbladder using a medical device called a laparoscope. You had a procedure called a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Your doctor made 1 to 4 small cuts in your belly and used a special instrument called a laparoscope to take out your gallbladder. Recovering from ...
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Separated sutures are abnormally wide spaces in the bony joints of the skull in an infant. The skull of an infant or young child is made up of bony plates that allow for growth. The borders where these plates come together are called sutures or suture lines. In an infant only a few minutes old, the pressure from delive...
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Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a form of radiation therapy that focuses high-power energy on a small area of the body. Despite its name, radiosurgery is not actually a surgical procedure -- there is no cutting or sewing, rather it is a radiation therapy treatment technique. More than one system is used to perform r...
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Chiropractic care dates back to 1895. The name comes from the Greek word meaning "done by hand." However, the roots of the profession can be traced back to the beginning of recorded time. Chiropractic was developed by Daniel David Palmer, a self-taught healer in Davenport, Iowa. Palmer wanted to find a cure for disease...
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An aural polyp is a growth in the outside (external) ear canal or middle ear. It may be attached to the eardrum (tympanic membrane), or it may grow from the middle ear space. Aural polyps may be caused by: Bloody drainage from the ear is the most common symptom. Hearing loss can also occur. An aural polyp is diagnosed...
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An aural polyp is a growth in the outside (external) ear canal or middle ear. It may be attached to the eardrum (tympanic membrane), or it may grow from the middle ear space. Aural polyps may be caused by: Bloody drainage from the ear is the most common symptom. Hearing loss can also occur. An aural polyp is diagnosed...
What causes Aural polyps ?
An aural polyp is a growth in the outside (external) ear canal or middle ear. It may be attached to the eardrum (tympanic membrane), or it may grow from the middle ear space. Aural polyps may be caused by: Bloody drainage from the ear is the most common symptom. Hearing loss can also occur. An aural polyp is diagnosed...
What are the symptoms of Aural polyps ?
An aural polyp is a growth in the outside (external) ear canal or middle ear. It may be attached to the eardrum (tympanic membrane), or it may grow from the middle ear space. Aural polyps may be caused by: Bloody drainage from the ear is the most common symptom. Hearing loss can also occur. An aural polyp is diagnosed...
How to diagnose Aural polyps ?
An aural polyp is a growth in the outside (external) ear canal or middle ear. It may be attached to the eardrum (tympanic membrane), or it may grow from the middle ear space. Aural polyps may be caused by: Bloody drainage from the ear is the most common symptom. Hearing loss can also occur. An aural polyp is diagnosed...
What are the treatments for Aural polyps ?
An aural polyp is a growth in the outside (external) ear canal or middle ear. It may be attached to the eardrum (tympanic membrane), or it may grow from the middle ear space. Aural polyps may be caused by: Bloody drainage from the ear is the most common symptom. Hearing loss can also occur. An aural polyp is diagnosed...
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Naphthalene is a white solid substance with a strong smell. Poisoning from naphthalene destroys or changes red blood cells so they cannot carry oxygen. This can cause organ damage. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to treat or manage an actual poison exposure. If you or someone you are with has an exp...
What is (are) Naphthalene poisoning ?
Naphthalene is a white solid substance with a strong smell. Poisoning from naphthalene destroys or changes red blood cells so they cannot carry oxygen. This can cause organ damage. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to treat or manage an actual poison exposure. If you or someone you are with has an exp...
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Naphthalene is a white solid substance with a strong smell. Poisoning from naphthalene destroys or changes red blood cells so they cannot carry oxygen. This can cause organ damage. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to treat or manage an actual poison exposure. If you or someone you are with has an exp...
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Naphthalene is a white solid substance with a strong smell. Poisoning from naphthalene destroys or changes red blood cells so they cannot carry oxygen. This can cause organ damage. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to treat or manage an actual poison exposure. If you or someone you are with has an exp...
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An episiotomy is a minor incision made during childbirth to widen the opening of the vagina. A perineal tear or laceration often forms on its own during a vaginal birth. Rarely, this tear will also involve the muscle around the anus or the rectum. Both episiotomies and perineal lacerations require stitches to repair an...
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Methemoglobinemia is a blood disorder in which the body cannot reuse hemoglobin because it is damaged. Hemoglobin is the oxygen-carrying molecule found in red blood cells. In some cases of methemoglobinemia, the hemoglobin is unable to carry enough oxygen to body tissues. Acquired methemoglobinemia results from exposur...
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Methemoglobinemia is a blood disorder in which the body cannot reuse hemoglobin because it is damaged. Hemoglobin is the oxygen-carrying molecule found in red blood cells. In some cases of methemoglobinemia, the hemoglobin is unable to carry enough oxygen to body tissues. Acquired methemoglobinemia results from exposur...
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Diazepam is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety disorders. It is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. Diazepam overdose occurs when someone takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medicine. This can be by accident or on purpose. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to tr...
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Diazepam is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety disorders. It is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. Diazepam overdose occurs when someone takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medicine. This can be by accident or on purpose. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to tr...
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Diazepam is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety disorders. It is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. Diazepam overdose occurs when someone takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medicine. This can be by accident or on purpose. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to tr...
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Diazepam is a prescription medicine used to treat anxiety disorders. It is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. Diazepam overdose occurs when someone takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medicine. This can be by accident or on purpose. This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to tr...
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A buccal (pronounced "buckle") smear is the painless removal of a sample of cells from the inside of your mouth (cheek) for study. The health care provider will gently scrape the inside of the cheek with a small spatula to collect cells for testing. Sometimes, you can do this yourself. Follow the collection instruction...
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Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that can damage the optic nerve. This nerve sends the images you see to your brain. Most often, optic nerve damage is caused by increased pressure in the eye. This is called intraocular pressure. Glaucoma is the second most common cause of blindness in the United States. There are ...
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