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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of CrystalsCausesSymptoms and ComplicationsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Crystals Causes Symptoms and Complications Diagnosis Treatment Both diseases have variable manifestations, ranging from asymptomatic disease to severe debilitating illness. Regardless, the diseases are treatable, but the specific approach will vary from person to person. powerofforever / Getty Images Monosodium Urate Crystals Monosodium urate crystals come fromuric acid, a substance that occurs naturally in the blood as a result of the metabolism of purines....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDangersAllergiesToo Many May Increase RiskChoking HazardInteractionsDecreased Nutrient AbsorptionDigestive IssuesProstate Cancer RiskKidney IssuesSide Effects in FemalesAre They OK Daily?Chia Seed Nutrition Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Dangers Allergies Too Many May Increase Risk Choking Hazard Interactions Decreased Nutrient Absorption Digestive Issues Prostate Cancer Risk Kidney Issues Side Effects in Females Are They OK Daily? Chia Seed Nutrition Chia seeds (Salvia hispanica) come from anherbaceousplant native to South America....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRisksDangersOverdoseWho Shouldn’t Use ItWhen to Get HelpHow to Use Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Risks Dangers Overdose Who Shouldn’t Use It When to Get Help How to Use Voltaren(diclofenac) gel is generally safe when used as directed. In some people, however, Voltaren gel can lead to dangerous side effects, such as heart attack, stroke, and gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding. Milder side effects have also been reported, including skin dryness and irritation....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of Contents1. Lung Cancer2. Colorectal Cancer3. Pancreatic Cancer4. Breast Cancer5. Prostate CancerThe Fastest-Killing Cancer Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Lung Cancer Colorectal Cancer Pancreatic Cancer Breast Cancer Prostate Cancer The Fastest-Killing Cancer The deadliest cancer types include lung cancer, colon cancer, and pancreatic cancer. However, assessing the most aggressive types depends on many factors including the stage of cancer at diagnosis, the treatment you receive, and any genetic variations of the cancer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of BDDifferencesHypomanic vs. ManiaMania and Hypomania SymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of BD Differences Hypomanic vs. Mania Mania and Hypomania Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping The bipolar 2 state is typically associated with less severe, hypomanic symptoms. Keep in mind that each person diagnosed with a bipolar disorder is affected differently. However, the length and intensity of manic, hypomanic, or depressive episodes will determine the type of bipolar diagnosis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentWhen to See a ProviderPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment When to See a Provider Prevention Understanding the differences between achalazionversus astyecan help you figure out which one you may have. A chalazion is a redbump on the eyelidthat develops when there is a blocked oil gland. A stye, orhordeolum, develops where your eyelashes start or under your eyelid....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsClasses of ObesityRisksBMIOther Influencing FactorsTreatmentNext in Obesity GuideObesity Symptoms Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Classes of Obesity Risks BMI Other Influencing Factors Treatment Next in Obesity Guide Overweight andobesitymeans weighing more than what is thought to be healthy for a person of that height.Body mass index (BMI), which estimates your level of body fat based on your height and weight, is often used to determine if a person has overweight or obesity....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsTypesWho Should Go?Other TypesFinding a TherapistTelehealth Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits Types Who Should Go? Other Types Finding a Therapist Telehealth Therapy (talk therapyor psychotherapy) takes place when you work with a mental health provider to improve yourmental health.There are many benefits of therapy, such as learning specific skills or coping strategies. This article will discuss the different types of therapy, the benefits, who should go to therapy, and some tips for finding the right therapist for you....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesPrevalenceSymptomsComplicationsPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Prevalence Symptoms Complications Prevention Type 1 and 2 diabetes are common conditions, but other types of diabetes are less known. Despite different causes, the results are the same: your body cannot produce enough or properly use insulin to keep blood sugar levels from getting too high or too low. Uncontrolled blood sugar can cause severe health problems....

There are many different types of doctors. Some specialize in diagnosing and treating the whole body, while others focus on a particular part or system, such as the skin or the eyes.Common types of doctors you might see include:Allergist/immunologistAnesthesiologistCardiologistDermatologistEndocrinologistFamily physicianGastroenterologistGeneticistHematologistHospice and palliative medicine specialistInfectious disease physicianInternal MedicineNephrologistNeurologistObstetrician/gynecologist (OBGYNs)OncologistOphthalmologistOrthopedistOtolaryngologistOsteopathPathologistPediatricianPhysician executivePlastic surgeonPodiatristPsychiatristPulmonologistRadiologistRheumatologistSleep medicine specialistSurgeonUrologistThis article explains more about each of these 32 common physician specialties. It’s meant for those who want to know what different doctors do, as well as those considering the choice of specialties in a career as a physician....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommon Primary HeadachesCommon Secondary HeadachesHow To Identify Your TypeWhen to Contact a Healthcare ProviderPreventionOther ComplicationsNext in Headache GuideSymptoms of a Headache Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Primary Headaches Common Secondary Headaches How To Identify Your Type When to Contact a Healthcare Provider Prevention Other Complications Next in Headache Guide Over 95% of people experience at least one headache in their lifetime....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsTypesRisk FactorsPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Types Risk Factors Prevention Meningitisis inflammation or infection of the meninges andcerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Meninges are three layers of protective tissue surrounding the brain andspinal cord. CSF is a special fluid between the layers of the meninges that nourishes the brain. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the worldwide incidence of meningitis is approximately 82 million cases per year....

Muscular dystrophy(MD) is an inherited disorder that causes muscle weakness and atrophy. There are nine main types of muscular dystrophy, some with subtypes. Muscular dystrophy symptoms are similar through all types. The most common type of MD is Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Typically, Duchenne MD becomes apparent during the toddler years as children begin to walk. Other types of MD, like Becker MD, may appear later in childhood or even in people up to the age of 25....