Echocardiography
Echocardiography is one of the most important non-invasive techniques used in the diagnosis of heart disease today. Echocardiograms are obtained by reflecting high frequency sound waves (ultrasound) off various structures of the heart, then ... [... more]
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Diaper Rash
Diaper rash is found on the skin under a diaper. It is caused by several factors, including microorganisms (that can sometimes spread to other parts of the body if conditions are favorable), excessive moisture and warmth, or happen when the skin ... [... more]
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Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the conjunctiva (the membrane that lines the eyelids and covers the exposed surface of the eyeball). Conjunctivitis can be caused by allergies, bacteria, viruses, chemicals, or underlying health ... [... more]
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Depression (Bipolar Disorder)
Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention of Depression (Bipolar Disorder) Questions To Ask Your Doctor About Depression (Bipolar Disorder) Depression is a medical disorder characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, pessimism, and a general ... [... more]
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Radial Keratotomy
Radial keratotomy corrects myopia (near sightedness) with tiny incisions that flatten the cornea to change the way it focuses. Keratotomy literally means "cutting the cornea." Radial keratotomy is similar to, but different from, newer forms of . [... more]
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Addison's Disease
Addison's Disease is an uncommon disease, caused by partial or complete failure of the outer layer of the adrenal glands (the adrenal cortex). The adrenal gland produces hormones that control many body functions. In Addison's disease, there is a ... [... more]
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Definition of Insomnia
Insomnia is the perception or complaint of inadequate or poor-quality sleep because of: difficulty falling asleep; waking up frequently during the night with difficulty returning to sleep; waking up too early in the morning and/or unrefreshing sleep. [... more]
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Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis
Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention of Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis Questions To Ask Your Doctor About Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis Polymyositis and dermatomyositis are connective tissue diseases in which there is muscle weakness and ... [... more]
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Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a disease of the bones characterized by a decrease in bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue, leading to bone fragility and increased susceptibility to fractures of the hip, spine and wrist. Osteoporosis and low ... [... more]
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The Immune System
It is the business of the immune system to recognize "self" (the body's own cells) and "non-self" (an antigen - a virus, fungus, bacterium, or any other cell or piece of foreign tissue). To deal with antigens, the system manufactures [... more]
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Fibrocystic Breast Disease
Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention of Fibrocystic Breast Disease Questions To Ask Your Doctor About Fibrocystic Breast Disease Also called fibrocystic condition, fibrocystic change or cystic mastitis, fibrocystic breast disease is more a ... [... more]
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Chronic Pain Syndrome
Chronic pain syndrome consists of chronic anxiety and depression, anger, and changed lifestyle, all with a variable but significant level of genuine neurologically based pain. Rare is the person who has not experienced pain and misery from a ... [... more]
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