Discomfort, aching or stiffness concentrated in the lower back, resulting in the impairment of
At least once in their lives, about 80 percent of all Americans will experience low back pain that can range from a dull, annoying ache to absolute agony. On any given day, over 6.5 million Americans are under some sort of treatment for low back pain.
Low back pain is one of the most common ailments in the U.S., and it is preceded only by colds and
Virtually all types of anxiety, from Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) to Panic Disorder, include physical symptoms, such as stomach... Read more »
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Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder ranging from mild to severe. It is characterized by problems with speech... Read more »
The third day of the American Diabetes Association’s convention in the so-called Windy City blew me away in more ways than one. While... Read more »
We know, of course, that COPD can result in life-altering changes for both patients and their caregivers. From lack of energy to difficulty... Read more »
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Dialysis-associated peritonitis is inflammation of the lining of the abdominal cavity (peritoneum) that occurs in someone who receives peritoneal... Read more »
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Dialysis-associated peritonitis Prevention Careful sterile technique when performing peritoneal dialysis may help reduce the risk of... Read more »
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Dialysis-associated peritonitis Symptoms Abdominal tenderness Distended abdomen Nausea and... Read more »
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Dialysis-associated peritonitis Treatment The goal of treatment is to cure the infection. Antibiotics are given into a vein (intravenous... Read more »
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A herniated (slipped) disk occurs when all or part of a spinal disk is forced through a weakened part of the disk. This places pressure on nearby... Read more »