Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Treatment Sleep-related laryngospasm is a vocal cord spasm that takes place during sleep. The muscles and soft tissues surrounding thelarynx, or voice box, contract or swell and narrow the passage, interrupting airflow. An individual experiencing sleep-related laryngospasm may suddenly awaken with a choking sensation, breathing difficulties, andstridor, a high-pitched sound associated with a blocked airway....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPrevalenceSymptomsCauses and Risk FactorsDiagnosis and Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Prevalence Symptoms Causes and Risk Factors Diagnosis and Treatment Sleepwalkinginvolves walking or engaging in other complex behaviors while asleep. The condition is more common in children, but adults can also experience it. Sleepwalkers tend to remain indeep sleepduring sleepwalking episodes. It may be difficult to wake the sleepwalker, and they likely will not recall the incident when awake....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment A spinal lesion describes any area of abnormal tissue on the spinal cord, whether it isbenign(non-cancerous) ormalignant(cancerous). Also known as a central lesion because of its impact on thecentral nervous system, spinal lesions have many different causes and, depending on their location, can cause different neurological (nerve-related) symptoms. This article looks at the possible symptoms and causes of spinal lesions and provides an overview of how spinal lesions are commonly diagnosed and treated....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentA Word from Verywell Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment A Word from Verywell Spinal synovial cysts are benign fluid-filled sacs in the joints of the spine. They form because of degeneration or injury (as a way to protect the injury). These cysts are not uncommon. They may cause pain and lead to other spinal conditions. Spinal synovial cysts typically develop in thefacet joints, which are the junctions that keep the vertebrae (spinal bones) interlocked....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSubtypesStagesSymptomsRate of SpreadCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Subtypes Stages Symptoms Rate of Spread Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Coping Squamous cell carcinoma(SCC) in the lung is one form ofnon-small cell lung cancer. Non-small cell lung cancers account for about 85% of lung cancers, many of them associated with smoking. Of these, roughly 30% aresquamous cellcarcinomas. Squamous cell carcinoma begins in the tissues that line the air passages in the lungs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Status epilepticusis a dangerous situation historically defined as aseizureor a cluster of seizures lasting longer than 30 minutes without improvement in consciousness. When seizures do not improve, on their own or with medication, they can cause brain damage or even death. Therefore, this 30-minute definition is not used in clinical practice; instead, any continuous seizure lasting five minutes or more, or two or more successive seizures without recovery of consciousness is considered status, requiring immediate treatment with anti-seizure medications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Status migrainosus (sometimes calledintractable migraines) affect less than 1 percent of people with migraines. What differentiates them from other migraines is that theylast for 72 hours or longer, are often resistant to typical migraine medications, and have symptoms that are especially debilitating. PhotoAlto/Frederic Cirou/Getty Images The symptoms of status migrainosus are similar to those of some othertypes of migrainesand include:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentWhen to Call a ProviderPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment When to Call a Provider Prevention Steam burns can happen on any exposed area of skin. They can also affect the eyes ormucous membranesin your mouth, nose, andwindpipe. This article discusses the symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of steam burns. It also looks at the steps to take after you or someone else has been burned....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Asubareolarnippleabscessis a pus-filled sore found on the breast below the nipple or areola. Theareolais the ring of darker (pigmented) skin that circles the nipple. An abscess forms when bacteria enter the skin, and the immune system sends white blood cells to fight the infection. The area becomes inflamed and swells, forming a pocket ofpus—a thick, whitish-yellow fluid made up of degenerating white blood cells, dead/living bacteria, and tissue debris....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Coping Subcutaneous emphysemais a rare condition in which air becomes trapped under the skin. While the condition often resolves on its own, sometimes it is an indication that you have a serious injury or illness requiring medical intervention. Sopone Nawoot / Getty Images Plus This article explains the symptoms and causes of subcutaneous emphysema....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhere Problems OccurSigns and SymptomsCauses in ChildrenCauses in AdultsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Where Problems Occur Signs and Symptoms Causes in Children Causes in Adults Diagnosis Treatment Accidentally swallowing glass, metal, plastic, or another foreign object is not unusual, especially for children. In some cases, the object can pass through the body without causing any problems. However, if something is sharp, gets lodged in youresophagus(food pipe), or contains dangerous materials (like battery acid), it can cause serious injury....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSinusitisSwimmer’s EarTension HeadacheMigraineCompression HeadacheSupraorbital NeuralgiaPrimary Exercise Headache Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Sinusitis Swimmer’s Ear Tension Headache Migraine Compression Headache Supraorbital Neuralgia Primary Exercise Headache Swimming-related headaches have a few different causes with similar symptoms. One common cause is swimmer’s ear, which can lead to headaches due to a bacterial infection that follows from water entering the ear canal. Other causes include pressure from wearing goggles, irritation to chemicals, changes in pressure from diving, dehydration, or simply exercise itself....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Teeth Polishing?Types of Teeth PolishingBenefitsCostPrecautionsAftercareFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Teeth Polishing? Types of Teeth Polishing Benefits Cost Precautions Aftercare Frequently Asked Questions Teeth polishing is a common dental procedure, often performed following a dental cleaning. Using specialized equipment, dentists or hygienists remove stains and discolorations from your teeth and smooth them out to provide a glossy, attractive finish....