Health 2024, December

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Inflammation of the tissues in the mouth can be caused by a variety of things, from injury, fluid-filled sores due to herpes virus infection, to gingivitis. However, inflammation caused by mouth ulcers and other conditions can be treated in several ways.

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Constipation can make you feel uncomfortable, painful, and even cause gastrointestinal obstruction if left unchecked. If you can't have a bowel movement for several days, some of the following methods may be of use to you. The treatments that are most beneficial for constipation may vary according to how long and how often you experience it, as well as other factors such as time, stress, and bowel obstruction.

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Swimmer's ear, also known as acute otitis externa, is a painful infection of the canal between the outer ear and the eardrum. This condition is known as swimmer's ear because it generally occurs when dirty water gets into the ear canal when people swim or bathe.

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Swelling or thickening of the ankle (the area where the calf muscles meet and the ankle joint) can be caused by a variety of factors and diseases, including genetics (perhaps the most common), obesity, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and lymphedema.

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If you've been constipated lately, don't be shy. According to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, which is part of the American National Institutes of Health, constipation is the condition of having bowel movements less than three times a week, and the stools are hard, dry, and small so that they are painful and difficult to pass.

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A person has a fever if his body temperature reaches more than 38°C. This occurs when the body is fighting an infection or disease, and is usually beneficial. Although you can often relieve symptoms at home, fever should always be monitored carefully, especially if it occurs in children, who are at risk for seizures or convulsions due to high body temperature.

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Gout or gout is often considered an ancient disease or "not a big problem", but it turns out that this disease afflicts the wider community and can cause serious illness if not treated immediately. Although the main cause of gout is high levels of uric acid in the bloodstream, the body's ability to produce and process uric acid involves a number of different substances.

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Improving cholesterol levels not only means lowering LDL, but increasing HDL. By working to improve your cholesterol levels, you will be able to reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. Since the body can produce sufficient amounts of its own cholesterol, dietary cholesterol must be controlled.

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Cold weather, use of irritating facial care products, and some skin problems (such as eczema or mucus discharge from the nose during a cold) can cause the layer of skin under the nose to dry out. Dry skin is usually not a serious health problem, and can be treated at home with simple treatments.

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Gastric cancer is one of the common causes of death. There is no effective way to detect this cancer early, but paying attention to the condition of the body can help you recognize it. Early diagnosis will greatly help the cancer healing process, but unfortunately many people do not realize the symptoms in the body until the cancer spreads.

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Injuries from a painful torn meniscus can happen to anyone. The meniscus is the medical term for the layer of cartilage that covers the knee joint. During strenuous activity or high-intensity exercise, the cartilage is at risk of tearing so that the joints become stiff, painful, or experience other unpleasant symptoms.

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Almost everyone has experienced the uncomfortable feeling that occurs when the legs tingle. This layman's explanation is medically called Paresthesia. It was a normal but uncomfortable experience. There are also those who call it numb. Whatever it is called, this tickling sensation is avoided by everyone.

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Normally, the liver produces bile which is used by the small intestine to digest fatty foods and absorb important vitamins. Bile is stored in the gallbladder. However, sometimes bile is filled with cholesterol. When that happens, cholesterol gallstones form (cholelithiasis).

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Nosebleeds are a very embarrassing and unpleasant occurrence. Nosebleeds often occur in the cold and dry transition season. This means that one of the best ways to prevent nosebleeds is to keep the mucous membranes of the nose from drying out.

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Fish eye is a small, thick, benign growth on the skin caused by HPV (human papillomavirus). Fish eyes appear on the bottom of the foot which makes you feel uncomfortable when walking (like a stone in your shoe). Fisheyes usually appear in the areas of the feet that are under the most pressure, which can cause them to grow flat, but deeper under the skin.

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Constipation is a common condition that affects all ages. People who are constipated rarely have a bowel movement, such as maybe once every three days. Or, their stools are hard, dry, small, painful, or difficult to pass. Usually, constipation is harmless and most people experience it even for a short time.

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Rosacea is a common skin problem that causes redness and swelling of the face and is often accompanied by the formation of small red bumps filled with pus. This problem is most commonly experienced by white middle-aged women. If left unchecked, rosacea can get worse over time.

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If you've ever had a migraine, you know it's very painful and lasts for hours, even days. A throbbing pain on one side of the head, possible nausea and vomiting, blurred vision, and high sensitivity to light and sound can sometimes make us unable to function.

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Nasal congestion occurs when a cold or allergy causes the nasal passages to swell and produce mucus, making it difficult to breathe. Nasal congestion isn't just a nuisance; but it can also weaken your body. Fortunately, there are many ways to clear blockages and improve comfort when a cold or allergy strikes.

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You may be worried if you feel dizzy, but usually the condition is not serious and easy to find the cause. Step Part 1 of 2: Coping with Dizziness with Medical Treatment Step 1. Know the risk factors There are certain factors that make you more prone to feeling dizzy.

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Nosebleeds can be caused by injury, but also by dryness and irritation inside the nose. Nosebleeds can be prevented by not irritating the nose by picking, scratching, or rubbing it. You can keep the inside of your nose moist by increasing the humidity of your home, and applying petroleum jelly in your nostrils.

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Sometimes people accidentally swallow a small amount of gasoline while trying to suck up the gas tank. The experience may feel very scary and unpleasant, but does not require a visit to the hospital if handled properly. However, ingesting large quantities of gasoline is extremely dangerous:

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Mono, technically mononucleosis, is caused by either the Epstein-Barr virus or the cytomegalovirus-both are strains of the herpes virus. The disease is spread through direct contact with the saliva of an infected person, so it is often referred to as "

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Headache is a condition that can be experienced by everyone. Headaches can be triggered by things like noise, stress, dehydration, certain foods or skipping meals, and even sex. If you have a very severe headache, you can try treating it at home or going to the doctor if the pain is interfering with your normal activities.

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Hernias can occur in various parts of the body. This disease also causes pain and discomfort. During a hernia, the contents of one part of your body are pushed into the surrounding tissue and muscles, causing pain. Hernias can occur in the abdomen, around the navel (umbilicus), groin area (femoral or inguinal) or in the abdomen.

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Dead toenails can make you painful and uncomfortable wearing sandals or showing your toes. Toenails can die from a variety of things, including injuries (such as repeatedly pinching the front of a shoe) and toenail fungus. Even if your toenail has died and has stopped growing, you can still remove it and treat the infection that caused it.

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According to the "National Stroke Organization" in the US, every year nearly 800,000 people will have a stroke. Every four minutes someone dies of a stroke, whereas 80% of stroke cases can actually be prevented. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and the leading cause of disability in adults in the US.

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Hoarseness or complete loss of your voice is caused by a condition called laryngitis in which the voice box (larynx) becomes inflamed. Laryngitis has many causes, so if you are aiming to eliminate your voice on purpose, you have a variety of potential options.

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Any warm-blooded animal can transmit the rabies virus. However, most humans are infected with or contracted rabies from dogs. This disease can be deadly if the symptoms are ignored, but this disease can also be easily prevented by following the right steps.

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PCOS or polycystic ovary syndrome (polycystic ovary syndrome) affects premenopausal women characterized by the emergence of hormonal imbalances. PCOS is an endocrine disorder that causes irregular menstruation, hair growth as in men, and ovaries that have a distinctive appearance when undergoing ultrasound.

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As many as 70% of children are estimated to have experienced an ear infection at least once by the age of three. In addition, many adults also experience ear infections and pain. Although serious ear pain requires medical attention because it can cause permanent hearing loss, minor ear problems can often be treated at home using medical advice, or home remedies that have been used for centuries.

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Two percent of all cancers diagnosed each year in the US are mouth and throat cancers. This detection and timely treatment of oral cancer is very important because it greatly increases the chances of survival of the sufferer. For example, the 5-year survival rate for people with oral cancer that has not spread is 83%, but only 32% after the cancer has spread to other parts of the body.

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Infectious diseases can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or other organisms that enter the body in various ways. Because the disease can be easily passed from person to person, it is relatively easy to spread disease outbreaks within a community.

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Heel spurs are small, raised calcium deposits that form near the base of the heel bone. Heel spurs can be caused by repetitive activities (such as dancing and running), or they can form due to plantar fasciitis. If the bottom of your foot near your heel hurts, you may have a heel spur.

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Almost everyone has experienced this scenario. You are fine one day, but suddenly the throat starts to itch. Then, you start to wonder if you have a cold. How could a seemingly trivial itchy throat develop into a cold? There are many reasons behind this development, but by acting quickly, you can overcome the development and prevent colds.

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Gamma-glutamyltransferase, or GGT, is a type of enzyme that is present in the blood. High levels of GGT may be a sign of a disease that causes damage to the bile ducts, such as gallstones, or the liver. High GGT levels can also be a sign of liver damage due to excessive alcohol consumption.

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Narcolepsy is a rare chronic condition that causes changes in normal sleep patterns so that you experience extreme drowsiness and sudden sleep attacks during the day. Narcolepsy can be a very uncomfortable or even dangerous condition, so you need to treat it as soon as possible.

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Depression can change the way you view life. You may have lost your relationships, your job, your hobbies, your health, your dreams and goals, and your confidence. After a period of depression, you can reclaim your life by setting achievable goals, adding and strengthening positive relationships, maintaining physical health, and dealing with life in healthy ways.

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Feeling good about yourself means that you love yourself, both mentally and physically. You'll also have to work hard and make some important adjustments to learn to accept yourself and deal with the unhappiness in life. If you want to feel good about yourself, start by identifying the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that might be holding you back from achieving it.

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Rape is a traumatic event that can have a profound effect on a person, both physically and emotionally. Effects after sexual assault include rape trauma syndrome, fear and suspicion, relationship problems, memory of unpleasant events, irritability, and eating disorders.