Everything You Need to Know About Angina

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Angina?TypesSymptomsTreatmentsCausesRisk FactorsDiagnosisComplications and Outlook Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Angina? Types Symptoms Treatments Causes Risk Factors Diagnosis Complications and Outlook Angina pectoris, or angina for short, is chest discomfort that occurs when the heart doesn’t get enough oxygen. It can feel like pressure, squeezing, or pain in the chest. Angina can be stable, occurring chronically in people withcoronary blockages, particularly during exercise or exertion....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1612 words · John Walker

Everything You Need to Know About Anorectal Manometry

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy it’s DoneHow it WorksPreparationProcedureIs Anorectal Manometry Painful?Balloon Expulsion TestRisks and Side EffectsResultsEffective Diagnosis and Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why it’s Done How it Works Preparation Procedure Is Anorectal Manometry Painful? Balloon Expulsion Test Risks and Side Effects Results Effective Diagnosis and Treatment Anorectal manometry is a non-invasive procedure that measures muscle contractions in the anal and rectal muscles to determine if they activate and coordinate correctly....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1793 words · Richard Silva

Everything You Need to Know About Barbiturates

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat They TreatExamplesRisks of UseSide Effects Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What They Treat Examples Risks of Use Side Effects Barbituratesare a type of drug that slows down brain activity.Barbiturates have been used for several conditions, including insomnia, anxiety, muscle spasms, and seizures. However, this drug class has several potential side effects, such as sleepiness and irritability.There might also be problems with coordination, memory, and judgment....

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 1013 words · James Ray

Everything You Need to Know About Blood Sugar Tests

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBlood Sugar and DiabetesHigh Blood SugarBlood Glucose TestsResultsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Blood Sugar and Diabetes High Blood Sugar Blood Glucose Tests Results Frequently Asked Questions Diabetes is a chronic condition that you are either born with or develop over time that affects the way your body processes the food you eat. Nearly 35 million Americans have some form of diabetes....

January 17, 2025 · 14 min · 2841 words · Brett Kim

Everything You Need to Know About Cardamom

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPotential BenefitsSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageInteractionsHow to StoreSources & What to Look ForSimilar SpicesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Potential Benefits Side Effects Precautions Dosage Interactions How to Store Sources & What to Look For Similar Spices Frequently Asked Questions Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) is a perennial herb native to parts of Asia, including Indonesia, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. It has white flowers and is part of theZingiberaceaefamily of plants, which also includes ginger....

January 17, 2025 · 13 min · 2603 words · Mary Beltran

Everything You Need to Know About Children and Excedrin Migraine Medicine

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsTreatmentRisks and Side EffectsPreventionSeeking HelpFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Treatment Risks and Side Effects Prevention Seeking Help Frequently Asked Questions It’s never easy to see your child in pain, especially migraine pain. You may want to turn to Excedrin Migraine medicine to provide your child with some relief, but you should always speak with a pediatrician or healthcare provider before doing so....

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 935 words · Peter Smith

Everything You Need to Know About Citrus Allergies

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentWhat to AvoidFood AlternativesWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment What to Avoid Food Alternatives When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Citrus allergies are uncommon but possible. Allergies have been reported to grapefruit and oranges. This article discusses the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and alternatives of citrus allergy....

January 17, 2025 · 10 min · 1921 words · Susan Cooper

Everything You Need to Know About Conjoined Twins

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesTypesDiagnosisSeparation SurgeryFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Types Diagnosis Separation Surgery Frequently Asked Questions Conjoined twins occur when identical twins have fused bodies before they are born. This condition has also been known as “Siamese twins,” named after the first world-recognized set of conjoined twins born in 1811 in Siam, present-day Thailand.“Siamese twins” is now an inappropriate, outdated term....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1226 words · Jeffrey Wright

Everything You Need to Know About Constipation

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesIn BabiesIn PregnancyTreatmentsHome RemediesDiagnosisComplicationsWhen to See a ProviderDanger SignsPreventionNext in Constipation GuideHow Constipation Is Diagnosed in Adults Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes In Babies In Pregnancy Treatments Home Remedies Diagnosis Complications When to See a Provider Danger Signs Prevention Next in Constipation Guide Constipation is when bowel movements are dry, hard, sometimes painful, and occur infrequently (less than three times a week)....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1864 words · John Dean

Everything You Need to Know About Coping With Chemo-Induced Anemia

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCopingSummary Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Summary Chemo-induced anemia isn’t something we hear about as often as, say,hair loss, but it is a very common and undertreated side effect of chemotherapy. Anemia can result in fatigue and lightheadedness as well as other symptoms, but fortunately, it is relatively easy to diagnose with a complete blood count....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1850 words · Christopher Dickson

Everything You Need to Know About Egg Intolerance

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEgg Intolerance vs. Egg AllergySymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentFoods to AvoidEgg SubstitutesRisks of Egg IntoleranceWhen to Seek Medical CareFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Egg Intolerance vs. Egg Allergy Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Foods to Avoid Egg Substitutes Risks of Egg Intolerance When to Seek Medical Care Frequently Asked Questions Egg intolerance is a digestive condition that occurs when a person has difficulty digesting egg whites, egg yolks, or both....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1298 words · Micheal Cooper

Everything You Need to Know About Female Orgasms

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is It?PhasesAssociated ConditionsTreatmentAchieving Orgasm Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is It? Phases Associated Conditions Treatment Achieving Orgasm The female orgasm (female climax) is an intense physical and psychological experience that happens during sexual stimulation. During the female orgasm, muscles in the pelvis contract; some areas of the brain slow down, while others have greater activity. Unlike the male orgasm, female orgasm isn’t necessary for pregnancy or procreation....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1318 words · Brandy Esparza

Everything You Need to Know About Fifth Disease

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It Looks LikeSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentIn AdultsContagious PeriodOutlookPreventionSimilar RashesWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Looks Like Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment In Adults Contagious Period Outlook Prevention Similar Rashes When to See a Provider Fifth disease occurs following exposure toparvovirus B19. The disease is sometimes called slapped-cheek disease because it presents with a bright red facial rash. Fifth disease is more common in children....

January 17, 2025 · 13 min · 2589 words · Melissa Alvarado