Astronaut Images / Getty Images What Is Arousal? As it sounds, arousal is when a person becomes ‘aroused’ or more alert to some extent during the sleep cycle. It is a change in brain wave activity. Arousal typically represents a shift from sleep to a state of being awake. Change in Brain Wave Activity Alpha Waves and Your Sleep Arousal Signifies Changes in the State of Sleep Arousal typically represents a shift in sleep states....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview How Common Is It? Causes and Risk Factors Complications and Mortality Rates Diagnosis Arrhythmiasare abnormalities in the heart’s rhythm that can lead to complications like palpitations, fainting, stroke, and death. The most common sustained arrhythmia isatrial fibrillation, which affects up to 2% to 9% of people in the United States.This number is expected to increase in the coming years. Read on to learn more about the different types of arrhythmias and important facts and statistics about atrial fibrillation....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy(ARVC) is a genetic condition in which normal cardiac muscle becomes replaced with fibrous, fatty tissue, mainly in the right ventricle, one of thefour chambersof the heart. ARVC is one of the cardiac conditions associated with sudden death, especially inyoung athletes. ARVC is uncommon, but not rare. It would be found in 1 out of every 2,000 to 5,000 adults if they were evaluated for it....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is the ABG Test?What It Looks ForDuring the TestResultsRisks Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is the ABG Test? What It Looks For During the Test Results Risks An arterial blood gas (ABG) test measures the oxygen andcarbon dioxidebalance in your blood. It also measures the pH or acid-base balance in your blood. ABG tests are used to evaluate lung and kidney functions and the body’s metabolic state....

The vascular system is an intricate web of vessels that move blood to and from theheartandlungs.Arteriessend oxygen-rich blood out to different parts of the body, while veins bring oxygen-depleted blood and waste products back to your heart to be replenished. The largest artery in your body is theaorta, which stems from the heart’s left ventricle and branches out into smaller arteries throughout the body. Arterial diseases affect the arteries of your body....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsArteries and the HeartMajor ArteriesAnatomy of ArteriesClogged ArteriesImproving Artery Health Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Arteries and the Heart Major Arteries Anatomy of Arteries Clogged Arteries Improving Artery Health Arteries can be thought of as a system of pipes that branch into narrower blood vessels, called arterioles, until reachingcapillaries, where oxygen exchange occurs. Arteries also have muscles that allow them to constrict and widen to regulate blood passage and blood pressure....

pixelfit / E+ / Getty Images Because arthritis is so common, it’s important for people with IBD to pay attention to aches and pains. While a certain amount of pain is going to be typical, it should still be brought up at appointments with your physicians. Keeping joints as healthy as possible and avoiding activities that do damage, as well as staying on top of any problems if they crop up, is vital....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsConnection Between Arthritis & OsteoporosisRisksTreatment and ManagementPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Connection Between Arthritis & Osteoporosis Risks Treatment and Management Prevention This article explores the connection between arthritis and osteoporosis, including how to treat and manage the conditions together. SDI Productions / Getty Images Arthritis and osteoporosis are chronic, progressive conditions, meaning symptoms worsen over time. Arthritis means “joint inflammation,” and evidence suggests that inflammation can destroy bone tissue and lead to bone loss associated with osteoporosis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsArthritis TypesSystemic SymptomsRheumatoid ArthritisSystemic LupusJuvenile ArthritisPsoriatic ArthritisSjögren’s Disease Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Arthritis Types Systemic Symptoms Rheumatoid Arthritis Systemic Lupus Juvenile Arthritis Psoriatic Arthritis Sjögren’s Disease Arthritisis a disease of the joints. But many types of arthritis go beyond the joints and affect other parts of the body. When that happens, it’s called “systemic disease,” especially when it impactsmultiple organ systems....

Key TakeawaysA common medication used to treat rheumatoid arthritis was effective at treating severe hair loss.Olumiant helped up to one in three patients with alopecia areata regrow their hair after several weeks of use.Researchers are hopeful that the FDA will approve Olumiant to treat alopecia areata. Key Takeaways A common medication used to treat rheumatoid arthritis was effective at treating severe hair loss.Olumiant helped up to one in three patients with alopecia areata regrow their hair after several weeks of use....

You’ve probably heard that some types of arthritis can lead to joint deformities. Hand deformities with rheumatoid arthritis are especially common, as there are 25 joints that can be susceptible to damage from the disease. 1:43An Overview of Rheumatoid Arthritis 1:43 An Overview of Rheumatoid Arthritis What Does Arthritis in the Hand Look Like? This gallery of pictures ofarthritis in the handscan help you understand what arthritis in the hand looks like; however, you shouldn’t wait until you have visible hand deformities before seeing your healthcare provider....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsTypes and CausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Types and Causes Diagnosis Treatment Arthritis in the toes is chronic inflammation of the joints in theforefoot. The joint most often affected is themetatarsophalangeal(MTP) joint, which connects the big toe to the rest of the foot. Symptoms of toe arthritis are similar to those ofarthritisthat affects other joints: tenderness, swelling, stiffness, and pain....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPhysical ActivityHeat, Ice, or BothOver-the-CounterComplementary RemediesPrescriptionsAssistive DevicesArthritis Surgery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Physical Activity Heat, Ice, or Both Over-the-Counter Complementary Remedies Prescriptions Assistive Devices Arthritis Surgery Arthritisrefers to the swelling in one or more joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness. Additional symptoms might include tenderness, redness, and decreased range of motion. Treatment for arthritis will depend on the arthritis type and aims to reduce pain, improve quality of life, and prevent joint damage....