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Polycythemia vera, a myeloproliferative neoplasm, results from a genetic mutation which leads to the production of too many red blood cells (erythrocytosis).The white blood cell and platelet counts may also be elevated. This increase in the number of blood cells (without an increase in the liquid portion of blood) increases the risk of clot development. Martin Barraud / Getty Images Learning you have beendiagnosed with polycythemia veracan be distressing and naturally, you may wonder, “How can it be treated?...

Tetra Images / Getty Images Symptoms Associated With Snoring Snoring occurs when the tissues of the upper airway vibrate due to turbulent airflow through the nose and throat. It is, quite simply, the sound of vibration. Nevertheless, it can become quite loud when the airway is especially unstable during sleep. If the soft tissues more fully collapse into the airway—leading to obstruction, drops in blood oxygen levels, and sleep fragmentation with awakenings—this issleep apnea....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment Recovery Exercises Golfer’s elbow, also known asmedial epicondylitis, is a painful condition that occurs when a tendon near the elbow is subjected to repetitive forces. While this issue may occur in golfers, it can happen to anyone and cause pain that spans from the wrist to the elbow on the inside of your arm. This article will explain this common condition and will outline the steps to take to get back to normal....

Arthritis is a condition that causes inflammation and cartilage loss within the joint. There are several types of arthritis. The most common type—osteoarthritis, or wear-and-tear arthritis—occurs commonly in the joint at the base of the thumb, where the thumb meets the wrist. This joint, called the carpometacarpal (CMC) joint or the basilar joint, is important when trying to grip or pinch. Thumb arthritis is more common in women than men and increases in frequency over the age of 50 years....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTherapiesAssistive DevicesPrescriptionsSurgeriesFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Down Syndrome GuideWhat Is Down Syndrome? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Therapies Assistive Devices Prescriptions Surgeries Frequently Asked Questions Next in Down Syndrome Guide Down syndrome(trisomy 21) isn’t a disease or condition that can be managed or cured with medication or surgery. The goal of treatment, therefore, is not to address the disorder itself, but rather the variety of health issues, medical conditions, and physical, developmental, and intellectual challenges that people with Down syndrome may experience throughout their lives....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAt-Home TreatmentsOTC TreatmentsPrescriptionsPhysical TherapyDental TreatmentsProceduresCAM TherapiesNext in TMJ Disorder (TMD) GuideTemporomandibular joint (TMJ) Surgery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents At-Home Treatments OTC Treatments Prescriptions Physical Therapy Dental Treatments Procedures CAM Therapies Next in TMJ Disorder (TMD) Guide TMJ is often a short-term problem that lasts no longer than three weeks. First-line treatments include over-the-counter drugs and lifestyle changes. Stronger drugs and special treatments are often reserved for longer, more severe cases....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHome RemediesOver-the-CounterPrescription Herpes MedicineComplementary/AlternativeFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Herpes GuidePrevention of Herpes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Home Remedies Over-the-Counter Prescription Herpes Medicine Complementary/Alternative Frequently Asked Questions Next in Herpes Guide Herpesis not curable, but it is treatable.Antiviral drugs, like Valtrex (valacyclovir) and Zovirax (acyclovir), not only heal herpes sores faster than other options, but they work to prevent recurrences.When herpes is treated properly, the risk ofinfecting othersis greatly reduced....

Lori Rotko / Getty Images Interventions to Prevent Snoring Before the Plane Takes Off In addition, tissue filters callednasal turbinates(or nasal polyps) may also obstruct the nose. These turbinates are often enlarged in association with untreated allergies. The tissue can be removed with a procedure called radiofrequency ablation that melts them away. Soft palate surgeriesmay also remove or tighten up these tissues and minimize vibration. Last-Minute Treatments for Snoring If you are packing your bags for your trip, it may be too late to consider surgical treatment for snoring....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewSymptomsRisk FactorsTypes of Tree NutsAllergies to More Than One Tree NutFoods Made With Tree NutsDiagnosisEating OutFood Labeling LawsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Symptoms Risk Factors Types of Tree Nuts Allergies to More Than One Tree Nut Foods Made With Tree Nuts Diagnosis Eating Out Food Labeling Laws Frequently Asked Questions In the United States, about one in every 200 people have a tree nut allergy, making it one of the most common food allergies amongst both adults and kids....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptoms of TremblingCausesTreatmentDiagnosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms of Trembling Causes Treatment Diagnosis Trembling is the involuntary, rhythmic shaking of one or more parts of the body. This symptom—which is technically referred to as tremors—can occur temporarily (such as after you’ve had a lot of caffeine) or as part of an underlying health condition.Tremorsmost commonly affect the hands but can also affect the legs, head, trunk, or vocal cords....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns and SymptomsCausesTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs and Symptoms Causes Treatment Coping Tremor—shaking that you can’t control—is a common symptom ofmultiple sclerosis(MS) that usually develops after at least five years of having the disease, though this isn’t a hard-and-fast rule.Tremors can occur when you’re trying to do something with your hands, whether you’re standing or sitting, and their severity can range from being barely noticeable to significantly interfering with your daily tasks....

If your child sometimes has shaking hands during everyday activities or makes repetitive motions or sounds, it could be a sign of atremoror tic. These are sometimes associated with serious medical conditions, but they’re often not. That’s especially true if your child is otherwise healthy, growing, and developing normally. This article looks at what causes tremors and tics in children, when you should be concerned, and how they’re diagnosed and treated....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Trench mouth, also known as acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis, is a severe form ofgum disease. It’s also sometimes referred to as Vincent disease or Vincent’s stomatitis. While it’s more common in people under 24, it’s a fairly rare condition overall. The name for the disease, trench mouth, originated during World War I, when the condition was common among soldiers in the trenches....