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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsLoss of TasteSymptomsCausesComplicationsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Loss of Taste Symptoms Causes Complications Diagnosis Treatment Dysgeusia is a taste disorder that causes foods to taste weird. In most cases, this altered sense of taste goes away on its own. A virus like COVID-19 or the common cold can trigger dysgeusia. It can also be a side effect of chemotherapy or other medication....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Some people developpain in the genital area before, during, or after sexual intercourse. That pain is referred to medically as dyspareunia. Though it is more likely to occur in cis women, anyone can experience dyspareunia. This article discusses the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for those with dyspareunia. Jose Luis Pelaez Inc / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentManagement Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Management “Dysphagia” means “difficulty swallowing.” It has many possible causes, including an underlying nerve or muscle disorder or obstructive issues like an abnormal growth within the throat oresophagus(food pipe). Pinpointing the cause of and managing dysphagia is paramount to ensuring your health and preventing complications likemalnutrition, dehydration, and social isolation. This article will discuss what dysphagia feels like, how it’s diagnosed, and its treatment options....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsTypes and CausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Types and Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Dyspnea is shortness of breath that is often described as a feeling of being “hungry for air.” Anyone can become dyspneic with strenuous exercise, and it can also occur as a result of medical problems like lung or heart disease, obesity, or anxiety. Dyspnea is uncomfortable and it can even be painful....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Coping Dystoniais a type of involuntary movement that can be a symptom of neurological disease or a side effect of certain medications. The movements can interfere with daily life and cause physical discomfort. For some people with dystonia, the appearance of the movements can be embarrassing or distracting. Dystonia is not dangerous or life-threatening, but it can interfere with the quality of life....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Ear Cancer?Skin Cancer of the EarCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Ear Cancer? Skin Cancer of the Ear Causes Diagnosis Treatment Earcanceris exceptionally rare. When it does occur, different types of cancer can affect different parts of the ear. Certain skin cancers may occur on or in the ear. In other cases, tumors can appear in themiddle earor ear canal....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCauses of Early Pregnancy BleedingDiagnosisComplicationsSummary Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes of Early Pregnancy Bleeding Diagnosis Complications Summary Earlypregnancybleeding refers to vaginal bleeding during the first trimester, or the first three months of pregnancy. It usually occurs after fertilization when the fertilized egg implants in the lining of youruterus. This type of bleeding is also sometimes called implantation bleeding. While bleeding during pregnancy may seem like a problem, it’s actually very common early on....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisWhen to Seek CareCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis When to Seek Care Coping Earlysatietyis when you feel full shortly after eating only a small amount of food. People with early satiety are often unable to eat a full meal.Gastroparesisis a common cause of early satiety, a condition in which there is a delayed emptying of the stomach....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentHow To CopeFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment How To Cope Frequently Asked Questions This article discusses the symptoms and causes of osteoarthritis, as well as treatment options and how to cope with the condition. Krisanapong Detraphiphat / Getty Images Osteoarthritis Symptoms Osteoarthritis can affect any joint, although it’s most common in the back and spine, hips, knees, neck and shoulders, and fingers and hands....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentRisk FactorsCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Risk Factors Coping Eclampsia may occur during pregnancy (most commonly in the third trimester), labor, or in the days after giving birth. The treatment for preeclampsia and eclampsia is the delivery of the fetus, but a medication called magnesium sulfate reduces the risk of seizures in women with preeclampsia with severe features or eclampsia....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosisPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Prevention While many cases are mild with flu-like symptoms, the infection can be severe; it can even cause death. Treatment with antibiotics is needed to prevent complications. The History of EhrlichiosisThe first human case of ehrlichiosis was identified in 1986. From 2000 to 2011, there were hundreds of reported cases ofEhrlichia chaffeensis(the most commonly reported type of ehrlichiosis) each year....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignificance of LVEFHow LVEF Is MeasuredInterpreting Results Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Significance of LVEF How LVEF Is Measured Interpreting Results The measurement reflects the proportion of blood the ventricle is strong enough to move and most often is expressed as a percentage. For example, if 60% of the blood in the ventricle is pushed out, then the EF is expressed as either 60% or written as a decimal—0....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNutritionUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityInteractionsHow to StoreSources & What To Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Nutrition Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Interactions How to Store Sources & What To Look For Elderberry is a dark purple berry that grows on the European or black elder tree, also known as the Sambucus nigra plant. It is a rich source of antioxidants known asanthocyaninsand is often used to support the immune system....