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Peripheral neuropathy is a condition in which the peripheral nerves are damaged.
These nerves are responsible for sending signals from the body to the brain. When they are damaged, they don't work properly and can cause a range of symptoms, including pain, numbness, and weakness.
The exact cause of peripheral neuropathy is often unknown, but it can be the result of diabetes, an infection, or another underlying health condition. There is no cure for...
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Are you or someone you know suffering from the debilitating pain of coccydynia, commonly known as tailbone pain? This condition, often caused by injuries to the coccyx, can be incredibly challenging to manage, disrupting daily life and causing frustration for those seeking relief.
"Relief from Coccydynia" is your essential beginner's guide to understanding and addressing tailbone pain. This comprehensive book provides you with valuable insights into...
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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a group of disorders that affect connective tissues. Connective tissues are proteins that support the skin, bones, and joints. EDS can cause joint dislocations and fragile skin and tissue.
There are different types of EDS, each with its own set of symptoms. The most common type is hypermobile EDS (hEDS), which is marked by increased joint flexibility and fragile skin. Symptoms usually affect each person differently,...
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Hiatal hernia syndrome refers to the symptoms that result from a hiatal hernia, which is when part of the stomach protrudes up through an opening in the diaphragm called the esophageal hiatus.
The two most common types are sliding and paraesophageal hernias.
While a hiatal hernia itself is not dangerous, it can lead to a condition called gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which can cause symptoms like heartburn, chest pain, and difficulty swallowing....
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Trigeminal neuralgia, also known as tic douloureux, is a condition that affects the trigeminal nerve, which is one of the cranial nerves.
This nerve provides sensation to the face and controls many of the muscles in the face. Trigeminal neuralgia is caused by damage to the trigeminal nerve. This can be due to several things, including infection, a tumor, or trauma.
Symptoms of trigeminal neuralgia include sudden, sharp pain in the face that may...
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Polymyalgia Rheumatica, or PMR, is a condition that causes inflammation in the muscles and joints, and in the United States alone, about 0.5 to 0.7% of the US population of adults aged 50 and older have this. That's approximately 52.5 cases in 100,000 Americans recorded annually. Usually, PMR peaks in adults ages 70 and 80.
The exact cause of PMR is unknown, but it is thought to be related to the immune system. People who have them usually experience...
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Bronchiectasis is a lung condition that lasts for a long time and is chronic. In the United States alone, it's believed that about 500,000 of the population suffer from it. As for the older demographic, out of 150 people aged 75 and older, one of them has bronchiectasis. It creates inflammation in the airways and can damage them. It may then become difficult to breathe as a result of the accumulation of mucus that this may cause. Bronchiectasis has...
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If you suffer from vestibular migraines, you know how debilitating they can be. The constant spinning, vertigo, and nausea make it difficult to function normally.
Vestibular migraines are a type of migraine that affects the vestibular system, which is responsible for balance and eye movement. These types of migraines are often triggered by certain foods, stress, and changes in hormones. There is no cure for vestibular migraines, but there are ways...
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The term "Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease," usually abbreviated as "CMT," refers to a group of inherited conditions that affect the nerves in the extremities and can lead to nerve damage.
Jean-Martin Charcot, Pierre Marie, and Howard Henry Tooth were the physicians who originally characterized the sickness in 1886. The condition was given their names in honor of their contributions. According to mda.org, there are around 19 cases of CMT for every...
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Central pain syndrome is a neurological condition caused by damage to or dysfunction of the central nervous system (CNS), which includes the brain, brainstem, and spinal cord. This can result from a variety of injuries or diseases, such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, and cerebral palsy.
Symptoms vary depending on the person and the extent of the damage to the CNS but can include burning or aching pain, hypersensitivity to...
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Pulmonary hypertension is a condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries of your lungs (pulmonary arteries) is too high. This can make it hard for your heart to pump blood through your lungs and may eventually lead to heart failure.
Pulmonary hypertension is a progressive, debilitating lung disorder that can significantly reduce the quality of life and lead to early death. There is currently no cure for pulmonary hypertension, but with...
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People are often baffled by different health conditions and they often seek various ways to deal with them. Just as expected, most of them seek the help of medical professionals-which is just as it should be because they know best, most of the time. Then, there are those who seek answers via alternative ways, either by completely changing their surroundings, lifestyles, or diet.
Do you ever wish to find an alternative treatment or therapy that will...