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The science of smell may be too complex to categorize. The science of smell may be too complex to categorize. As per researchers, the scent receptors in the human nose are designed to help us identify the foods we need for a healthy body and the foods that need to be avoided. A few smells …

CRPS pain usually starts in the arm or leg and may spread to other body parts. The exact cause of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is not completely understood. Researchers believe that it may be caused by an injury or abnormality of the nervous system. CRPS usually presents after a trauma, infections, a major surgery, a stroke, or a heart attack. The mechanism of …

Urinary incontinence is a loss of bladder control. There are six types of urinary incontinence; the clinical presentation and causes vary with each type: Stress incontinence: Urine leaks involuntarily when there is increased pressure exerted on the abdomen and bladder while straining, exercising, coughing, sneezing, laughing, or lifting heavy objects. Overflow incontinence: Patients have frequent and/or constant dribbling of urine because the …

Untreated arrhythmia in some individuals may increase the risk of stroke, heart attack, dementia, and heart failure. Untreated arrhythmia in some individuals may increase the risk of stroke, heart attack, dementia, and heart failure. It may lead to the inadequate blood supply to multiple organs because the heart may not function properly. Patients may exhibit symptoms such as dizzy spells, …

Most individuals with myasthenia can lead a normal or nearly normal life Most individuals with myasthenia can lead a normal or nearly normal life if treatment is started on time. Myasthenia gravis or grave muscle weakness is a neuromuscular disorder that causes gradual progressive weakness in the muscles that allow the body to move (skeletal muscles). This condition is more common in …

If you have tendonitis/tendinitis symptoms, the best treatment is RICE protocol. If you have tendonitis/tendinitis symptoms, the best treatment is RICE protocol. It means that you should immediately follow rest, ice, compression, and elevation. Rest: To provide rest to that tendon and limit the movements of that limb to expedite the healing process. Avoid heavy or any activity that causes …

Almost everyone must have experienced a headache at some point in their life. You should call your doctor or visit the nearest emergency room for your headache if This is the severe and worst headache you have ever had in your life.  The headache that develops immediately after activities such as coughing, sneezing aerobics, bending, or sex. Your headache develops …

The FDA has not approved cryotherapy as a safe and effective to treat any medical conditions. Treating a medical condition, such as cancer, with extreme cold to freeze the abnormal cells is called cryotherapy. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved cryotherapy as a safe and effective to treat any medical conditions. Side effects of cryotherapy …

How is it diagnosed? Tendons are flexible bands of thick tissue that connect your muscles to bones. Your orthopedic doctor may ask you about the details of the injury, history, and initiation of pain and physically examine your affected leg or hand for  Inflammation at the joint and surrounding. Tenderness of the tendon and sheath at a specific point on …

Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in all the cells of the body. Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in all the cells of the body. It is a type of fat that is produced by the liver. Cholesterol also comes from animal-derived foods, such as meat and dairy products. It is an essential substance needed by the body for various …