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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIs It CFS?SymptomsCausesDiagnosisComplicationsTreatmentSupport and ResourcesOutlookNext in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome GuideSymptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Is It CFS? Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Complications Treatment Support and Resources Outlook Next in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Guide Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)is a condition that involves profound, long-term fatigue, brain fog, and other symptoms. Diseases commonly associated with CFS include anxiety and depression,fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and allergies or drug sensitivities....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Coping Inflammation is the body’s way of responding to threats such as infection. But sometimes the body’s inflammatory response can go haywire, attacking healthy, non-diseased tissues. Researchers believe that the immune system may play a role in inflammatory diseases. However, the cause of many inflammatory conditions is poorly understood....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It Affects YouTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentComplicationsSupportCopingNext in COPD GuideSymptoms of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Affects You Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Complications Support Coping Next in COPD Guide Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a long-term inflammatory lung condition that causes shortness of breath and breathing problems. COPD is a collective group of conditions, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, that develops over time from damage to the lungs from smoking and environmental pollution....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAcute vs. ChronicDevelopmentTypesUnusual TypesTriggersSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Acute vs. Chronic Development Types Unusual Types Triggers Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Coping Chronic pain is pain that last a long time. It extends beyond the usual recovery period, such as after an injury, or results from a chronic health condition, such as arthritis. Pain is one of the most common complaints people go to the healthcare provider with....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Chronicsinusitis(sinus infection) is sinus inflammation lasting three months or longer. Your sinuses are hollow spaces in your cheekbones, around your eyes, and behind your nose. These areas are moist with mucus that help filter, warm, and moisten the air you breathe. Inflammation and infection can occur if something prevents the mucus from draining properly....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentWhen to Seek Medical CarePreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment When to Seek Medical Care Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Chronicurticariais the medical term for long-termhives, or red, itchy welts on the skin, lasting six weeks or longer.This condition affects about 1% of people in the United States (U.S.). Chronic idiopathic urticaria (CIU), also known as chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU), is the medical term for long-term hives when the cause of hives is unknown....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCopingFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Frequently Asked Questions Congenital insensitivity to pain andanhidrosis(CIPA) is a rare disease that causes a person to not be able to feel pain or sweat. CIPA is also known ashereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathy type IV(HSAN IV). Here is what the name means: This article will go over what causes CIPA....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPreventionCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Coping Here, we will explain CKM syndrome symptoms, the organs affected, risk factors, causes, and staging of the condition. Kobus Louw / Getty Images CKM Syndrome: Understanding Symptoms Heart CKM syndrome significantly affects the cardiovascular system, leading to a range of issues such as: Symptoms related to these conditions may includechest pain or discomfort, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat, fatigue, and swelling in the legs, ankles, or feet due to fluid buildup....

Key TakeawaysThe American Heart Association has named a new multi-system form of heart disease called cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome.The designation recognizes the interconnectedness of conditions like diabetes, obesity, kidney disease, and cardiovascular disease.The new guidelines may help providers to recognize and treat underlying causes of cardiovascular disease at an earlier stage, helping to reduce premature deaths. Key Takeaways The American Heart Association has named a new multi-system form of heart disease called cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCopingPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Prevention This article provides an overview of claudication, including its symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment. PixelsEffect / Getty Images What Are the Symptoms of Claudication? These symptoms involve one or more of the major muscle groups of the legs—the calves, the thighs, the buttocks, or the feet. Most often affecting the legs, the most prominent signs of it are:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWith MDDCharacteristicsCausesHospitalizationTreatmentsMedicationsMedication AdjustmentsSelf-CareComplementary TherapiesSupport and Resources Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents With MDD Characteristics Causes Hospitalization Treatments Medications Medication Adjustments Self-Care Complementary Therapies Support and Resources Everyone has off days. When you feel off more than on, this could be a sign of a bigger problem. About 10% of all people experiencedepressionin their lifetime, but a clinical depression diagnosis requires you to meet a particular set of criteria....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPurposeBefore TakingHow to TakeSide EffectsRisks Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose Before Taking How to Take Side Effects Risks Clomiphene citrate is a nonsteroidal oral medication that stimulates ovulation in women and is used to treat some types of infertility. Although Clomid—a brand name of clomiphene—has been discontinued in the United States, the generic version is still available. PixelsEffect / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Diagnosis Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Clonusis an abnormal reflex response that produces involuntary, repetitive, and rhythmic muscle contractions when a muscle is stretched.This abnormal reflex is typically a sign of an upper motor neuronlesion. These neurons originate in the brain’s cerebral cortex and travel down to the brain stem or spinal cord. They are responsible for motor function, muscle tone,reflexstrength, and more....