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Types of Pain Medications
Drugs for controlling pain exist in a variety of forms. How do different types of pain medications work?
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Overview of Voice Disorders
There are several conditions that can affect the ability to use one's voice.
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Management of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease frequently seen in older adults.
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Evaluation of Vertigo
How does a physician handle a patient who presents with vertigo?
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Evaluation of Tinnitus
How does a physician handle a patient who presents with tinnitus?
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How Liposuction Works
Liposuction is a well known surgical procedure with a primarily aesthetic purpose.
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Causes and Treatment of Lymphedema
What is lymphedema and how is it treated?
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Evaluation of Hemoptysis
How does a physician manage a patient who is coughing up blood?
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Evaluation of Dysphagia
How does a physician manage a patient who complains of difficulty with swallowing?
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Components of a Neurological Evaluation
What are the steps involved in a neurological evaluation?
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Vitamin B12 Deficiency
What happens when an individual has a deficiency in vitamin B12?
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Overview of Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary embolism is a common but potentially life-threatening condition. How do physicians manage this disease?
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Treatments for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Among middle-aged and elderly men, benign prostatic hyperplasia is a relatively common condition. How is it treated?
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Dysfunctions of Antidiuretic Hormone
Antidiuretic hormone is an important means of regulating water balance in the body. What happens when this hormone becomes inadequate or excessive?
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Intraocular Pressure and Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a frequently reported eye problem and one of the most common causes of blindness.
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Effects of Hypertension
What are the various things that can result from high blood pressure?
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Diagnosis and Treatment of Meniere's Disease
Meniere's disease is an inner ear condition with a specific pathophysiology and group of symptoms
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Overview of Seizures
Seizures are a neurological problem that can appear in several different ways.
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Lipid Metabolism and Associated Disorders
How are the different types of lipids metabolized in the body? How do abnormal lipid conditions occur?
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The Formation and Consequences of Gallstones
In susceptible individuals, gallstones can form and cause certain problems in the body.
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Rhinoviruses and the Common Cold
What are the facts behind the mild sickness known as the common cold?
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Types of Antihypertensive Medications
There are several types of medications that are available to treat high blood pressure.
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Disorders of Potassium
Potassium is an important electrolyte in the body that can be problematic in excessive or inadequate amounts.
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Overview of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
What are the major sexually transmitted diseases that one should know about?
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Causes and Treatment of Constipation
Constipation is a symptom that many people experience. How does one address this issue?
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Evaluation of Hearing Loss and Deafness
What are the different causes of hearing loss? How does a physician manage this problem?
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Tuberculosis and Infection Control
Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that can be worrisome for anyone around the world.
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Pathophysiology and Management of Tetanus
Tetanus is one of the conditions that a person can be vaccinated for. What exactly is it?
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Occupational Lung Disease
What is occupational lung disease, and how does one manage the condition?
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Acute and Chronic Sinusitis
How does a physician evaluate and treat sinusitis?
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Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle cell disease can result in complications for individuals who inherit it.
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Types of Arthritis
What kinds of arthritis are there and how is each type managed?
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Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a unique form of therapy for certain medical problems.
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The Process of Clinical Diagnosis
Clinical diagnosis, the process of collecting information from patients and determining their problem, is the essence of medicine. How exactly does this work?
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Causes of Abdominal Pain
Abdominal pain is a common symptom that people report to doctors. What conditions can produce this sensation?
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Introduction to Blood Transfusions
Blood transfusions are a helpful treatment for certain hematological conditions. What are some basic concepts of this therapy?
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The Facts About Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a common bone condition that can lead to fractures. What should one know about this disorder?
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Types of Medical Imaging
Various imaging tests are available for diagnostic purposes. What are the different types of medical imaging?
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Implanted Electrical Cardiac Devices
For some patients with heart rhythm issues, two types of devices are available to provide functional backup.
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Peptic Ulcer Disease
Peptic ulcer disease is a condition that involves upper abdominal discomfort.
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Colon and Rectal Cancer
Colon and rectal cancer affects many individuals, typically those who are middle-aged and elderly. What should people know about this common form of cancer?
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Cardiac Stress Testing
Patients who are at risk for coronary artery disease and heart attacks usually undergo testing to determine their risk. What are some of these tests?
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Infective and Noninfective Endocarditis
Endocarditis, whether or not pathogens are involved, can have serious consequences. How do physicians manage this condition?
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Classification of Anemia
Anemia is a blood disorder that has many causes. How are they usually categorized?
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Infection and Sepsis
Sepsis is a potentially life-threatening clinical phenomenon in response to a massive infection.
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Management of Appendicitis
Appendicitis is a medical emergency that can be fatal without treatment. What makes this condition so serious, and how is it managed?
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea is a problem with breathing and sleeping that can have serious consequences.
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Causes, Consequences, and Treatment of Dementia
Dementia is a progressive decline in cognition that afflicts the elderly. How does it manifest itself?
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Hyperglycemic Emergencies
Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus can result in dangerously high levels of blood glucose that require immediate medical attention.
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The Two Types of Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes mellitus, whether it is type 1 or type 2, can have many consequences. What are the effects of and the treatments for elevated blood sugar?
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Acute Management of Stroke
When a person suddenly suffers from a stroke, a series of actions are performed in a race against time.
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Natural History of HIV
The human immunodeficiency virus causes an infection that slowly leads to acquired immune deficiency syndrome. What happens along the way?
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Overview of Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism is a functional disorder of the thyroid gland that results in hyperactivity. How does one manage this condition?
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Overview of Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism is a functional disorder of the thyroid gland that results in hypoactivity. How does one manage this condition?
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Biliary Tract Obstruction
There are many causes of obstruction of the bile ducts, but their effects are generally similar.
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Artificial Lens for Cataracts
Patients with cataracts or other conditions of the lens that require surgical removal are given an artificial lens implant. What types of intraocular lenses are there?
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Varicose Veins and Venous Insufficiency
Varicose veins may be undesirable for one's appearance, but they may actually be a sign of a problem beyond the surface.
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Herpes Simplex and Varicella Zoster
Herpes simplex and varicella zoster are associated with their own clinical manifestations.
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The Pathophysiology of Multiple Myeloma
Multiple myeloma is a type of cancerous growth of cells produced in the bone marrow. The condition is also associated with excessive production of antibodies.
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Overview of Bell's Palsy
Bell's palsy is characterized by paralysis of the seventh cranial nerve. How does a physician address this condition?
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Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome
Wolff-Parkinson White syndrome is an uncommon heart rhythm abnormality. What makes this condition unique?
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Asbestos and Mesothelioma
Asbestos is a substance strongly linked to a rare cancer called mesothelioma.
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Fractures of the Hip
Hip fractures are a type of fracture with some unique characteristics.
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Vitamin D Abnormalities
Vitamin D can be harmful whether it is inadequate or excessive in the body.
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Effects of Botulinum Toxin
Botulinum toxin is a substance that causes a certain disease and also treats others.
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Intracranial Hemorrhage
Epidural hematomas, subdural hematomas, and subarachnoid hemorrhages are types of bleeding that require urgent attention.
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Hepatocellular Carcinoma
The diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of this liver cancer can be burdensome for patients.
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Overview of Brain Tumors
Brain tumors, especially malignant brain cancer, are a challenge for both doctors and patients.
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Management of Pressure Ulcers
Wound care for pressure ulcers is a major issue for many patients.
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Complications of Liver Cirrhosis
When the liver becomes cirrhotic, a variety of clinical abnormalities result.
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Principles of Critical Care
Management of a patient in the intensive care unit involves two treatment modalities that are unique to this clinical setting.
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Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Lower GI bleeding requires several steps for management.
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Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Upper GI bleeding requires several steps for management.
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Franklin House Discusses Writing
Here is an interview with Dr. Franklin House, MD, in which he talks about diabetes mellitus and provides advice for health writers.
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Franklin House Discusses His Book
Here is an interview with Dr. Franklin House, MD, in which he discusses diabetes mellitus, the Lifestyle Center of America, and his experiences with writing a book
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Methicillin-Resistant Staph Aureus
MRSA is becoming a major health issue in the hospital and the community. What exactly is this infectious pathogen?
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Issues With Organ Transplants
Organ transplantation may be a life-saving option, but they are not without their challenges and risks.
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Pleural Effusions
Certain conditions may result in pleural effusion, the accumulation of fluid in the lung cavity. How does a physician manage this?
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Heart Murmurs and Valvular Disease
Heart murmurs are often a sign of diseased heart valves or other cardiac disease. What does a physician hear when evaluating murmurs?
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Glucocorticoid Hormones
The body produces cortisol for many purposes, which has led to clinical applications of synthetic glucocorticoids. However, too much can be problematic.
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Iron Deficiency Anemia
Anemia related to iron deficiency can easily be treated, but it can also be a sign of another more serious condition.
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Pituitary Gland Tumors
Tumors of the pituitary gland can present in various ways. Their clinical manifestations and treatment can easily take a toll on a patient.
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Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary tract infections can be mild or serious with symptoms that depend on the portion of the urinary tract involved.
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Pectus Excavatum
The congenital musculoskeletal disorder known as pectus excavatum can be mild or serious and requires surgical intervention.
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Peripheral Vascular Disease
Leg pain may actually be a sign of disease in the peripheral arteries if certain risk factors are present.
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Management of Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is a concern among men past middle age. A physician takes multiple steps to handle this common male malignancy.
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Causes of Jaundice
Jaundice is a symptom that usually warrants medical attention. What are the various ways the eyes and skin can turn a characteristic yellow color?
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Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
Living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease requires medications and other treatments to overcome its limitations.
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Breast Cancer Imaging
The evaluation of breast cancer includes at least one imaging study. What are the modalities for imaging breast cancer and when are they used?
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Options for Cancer Treatment
Individuals with cancer are naturally desperate to find the best treatment possible. The available options for cancer therapy have their own risks and benefits.
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Treatment for Major Depression
Major depressive disorder is a devastating, disabling psychiatric condition. Fortunately, various treatments can help those who suffer from it.
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Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation is a heart condition that is more common than people may realize. What should individuals with this condition know with regards to management?
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Risks and Complications of Surgery
Whether it is abdominal surgery, plastic surgery, or any other invasive surgical treatment, it is dangerous to assume 100% safety.
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Long-Term Manifestations of Stroke
Stroke can be associated with permanent neurological changes and disability. The nature of the impairment depends on the location of the stroke in the brain.
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Continuing Medical Education
Physicians in practice may be licensed and board certified, but learning never stops. What exactly does this involve?
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Residency and Fellowship
Upon earning a Doctorate of Medicine degree, a new physician embarks on a journey to master clinical knowledge and skills, facing many challenges along the way.
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Blood Clotting Disorders
Once in a while, a person may have a condition where blood clot formation or bleeding occurs easily. What are the various causes of these disorders?
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Escherichia Coli Infections
E. coli is often associated with serious food poisoning and other conditions. What exactly can this bacteria do?
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Bariatric Surgery for Obesity
Obesity that cannot be treated successfully with diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes may need to be corrected surgically. What should you know about bariatric surgery?
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition often associated with use of the hands, can be mild or severe, but it can be treated in various ways.
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