Shingles can form in any part of the body. If an individual had chicken pox, the varicella-zoster virus responsible for it is still present in the body but in a dormant state for years. Once the virus is reactivated, it manifests as a local rash. The rash starts as a reddened area of skin, yet […]
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Head trauma among infants might be accidental or intentional in nature. Early in life, the head of an infant is very tender due to the soft spots or fontanels. Take note that a soft spot is a region in the skull that has not yet fused fully to allow for rapid growth after birth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEm_zZGLUb4
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An infected wound is marked by pain and swelling. The presence of bacteria on the tissues prevents wound healing from starting. If the bacteria enter the bloodstream, it can trigger a severe case of infection or sepsis. The antibiotic that is given is dependent on the strain of bacteria that is present. Depending on the
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A cortical stroke occurs once the blood supply to the outside or cortex of the brain is diminished or blocked which leads to brain damage. It is important to note that the cortex is the chief processing center of the brain which processes sensation, movement and language. The main risk factors for ending up with
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Beta blockers are drugs given to control high blood pressure with an added benefit of providing protection against heart disease. These drugs work by blocking the signal that the brain utilizes to make the heart beat more rapidly. As an outcome, individuals who are using the drug have a heart that beats slowly which lowers
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An individual with type 1 diabetes could not produce enough insulin. Due to the lack of insulin, the blood sugar could not be used by body cells for energy. As a result, the blood sugar rises and sugar overflows to the kidneys into the urine. Once sugar enters the urine, water is drawn from all
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A diabetic emergency requires prompt medical attention. If an individual is suspected of experiencing one, call for emergency assistance right away. Diabetes is a becoming a prevalent ailment and can affect both children and adults. There are different forms of diabetes and once diagnosed with one, the doctor will educate the individual and closely monitor
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High blood pressure or hypertension has only a few evident symptoms on its own. The initial phase of high blood pressure only causes a few symptoms but as it progresses over time and reaches the advanced or dangerous stages, one of the signs of chronic high blood pressure include headaches and other related issues. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2pPGKjYF_4
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Various forms of liver disease can cause elevated liver enzymes. The tests that assess the liver function include a variety of enzymes present in the heart, red blood cells and skeletal muscle. The highest concentration of ALT (alanine aminotransferase) or sometimes called SGPT and aspartame aminotransferase (ALT or SGOT) is in the liver. If the
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Almond and other tree nuts are known to trigger allergic reactions. The reactions that might arise can range from a minor rash to severe breathing issues. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3E0xxHb5W5A These reactions generally arise within minutes up to 2 hours after consumption. Even though outgrowing an allergy is possible, it is not likely when it comes to tree
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