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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDevelopmentFunctionComplications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Development Function Complications Amniotic fluid is a clear to slightly yellow liquid that cushions a fetus within the amniotic sac. The developing fetus floats in amniotic fluid for the duration of a pregnancy. At around 34 weeks gestation, roughly 800 milliliters (mL) of amniotic fluid surround the fetus. At a full-term pregnancy of 40 weeks gestation, roughly 600 mL of amniotic fluid remain....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Causes ALS?Who Gets ALS?Symptoms of ALSDiagnosis of ALSALS TreatmentFuture Research Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Causes ALS? Who Gets ALS? Symptoms of ALS Diagnosis of ALS ALS Treatment Future Research Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also called Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a disease that attacks the nerve cells (motor neurons) that control muscles. ALS is progressive disease, meaning it gets worse over time....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPurpose of TestRisks/ContraindicationsBefore the TestDuring the TestInterpreting Results Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose of Test Risks/Contraindications Before the Test During the Test Interpreting Results An abdominalultrasound(orsonography) is a non-invasive way to see the organs in the abdominal cavity. Unlike other types of medical imaging tests, ultrasounds don’t use ionizing radiation.Instead, they use sound waves to create digital images of the abdominal organs, which can then be stored and shared with other healthcare providers....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesCausesTreatmentWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Causes Treatment When to See a Healthcare Provider This article will cover what you need to know about skin abrasions, including how to treat skin abrasions at home and when to consider speaking with a healthcare provider. kali9 / Getty Images 20 Types of Skin Lesions and What They Look Like...

Each esthetician has their own style, but acne treatment facials generally follow the same basic procedure. Here’s what you can expect during your first acne facial. 1Pre-Facial: The Consultation FormStock Planets / Getty ImagesThe very first thing you’ll do when you arrive at at the dermatology office, salon, or spa is fill out a client consultation form. And these can be very detailed!Your skin care therapist will need to know about your skin, as well as your health history and any medications you’re using—whether they’re for the skin or not....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of Acute StrokeSymptomsCauses and Risk FactorsDiagnosisTreatments Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Acute Stroke Symptoms Causes and Risk Factors Diagnosis Treatments Learning more about the signs, symptoms, and prognosis of any type of stroke can prepare you in the event you or a loved one experiences this medical event for handling the situation in the moment and dealing with life afterward....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnatomySizeFunctionChanging the SizeShaving the Adam’s AppleEnhancement Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Anatomy Size Function Changing the Size Shaving the Adam’s Apple Enhancement An Adam’s apple is a visible bump at the front of a person’s throat made up of cartilage in front of thelarynx, or voice box. It protects the voice box. This article explains the location, development, anatomy, and function of the Adam’s apple, and the hormone treatments and surgical techniques that can alter it....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis An air embolism is a bubble of air that enters your arteries or veins, most often as a complication from a medical procedure. When these bubbles travel, they can block blood supply in different parts of the body, like the heart, lungs, or brain. This can lead to serious problems, such as astroke....

Alleles are copies of genes that influence hereditary characteristics. Each person inherits at least two alleles for a particular gene—one allele from each parent. They are also called allelomorphs. A good example of how alleles are expressed is eye color; whether we have blue or brown eyes depends on the alleles that are passed down from our parents.Because they help determine what our bodies look like and how they’re structured, alleles are considered an important part of the blueprint for all living organisms....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTreatmentWhen to See a ProviderPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment When to See a Provider Prevention An allergy cough happens when you breathe in a substance (allergen) that your immune system recognizes as dangerous, though it’s not. Tree and grass pollen, pet dander, dust mites, or mold are just a fewallergensthat can cause an allergy cough. The cough is typicallydry and non-productive, meaning it doesn’t bring up mucus....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderTreatmentPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms When to See a Healthcare Provider Treatment Prevention Frequently Asked Questions An alpha-gal allergy—also referred to as alpha-gal syndrome (AGS)—is an allergic reaction to red meat, such as beef, pork, lamb, or other mammal products. It is believed up to 3% of the population have an alpha-gal allergy, but it’s possible there are more misdiagnosed or undiagnosed cases....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisCopingNext in Anal Fissure GuideHow Anal Fissure Is Treated Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Coping Next in Anal Fissure Guide The anus is the opening in the bottom where stool passes out of the body. When the skin in the anus develops a tear or a crack, it is called an anal fissure. Anal fissures may cause both bleeding and pain....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPurpose of an Anal Pap SmearBefore the TestDuring the TestInterpreting Anal Pap Smear ResultsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose of an Anal Pap Smear Before the Test During the Test Interpreting Anal Pap Smear Results Frequently Asked Questions If the lab finds abnormal cells, further testing is necessary. The anal Pap does not test for colon or rectal cancer....