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Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, typically in the legs. Treating a DVT is crucial, as the clot can break loose from the affected vein, move through the bloodstream to the heart, and lodge itself within the lung's main artery. This complication—what's known as pulmonary embolism—can be fatal.

How to Dissolve Blood Clots in Legs

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Medically reviewed by Danielle Weiss, MDMedically reviewed by Danielle Weiss, MDA thyroid storm is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when you get a surge of thyroid hormones that speed up your metabolism. The most common trigger of this condition is untreated hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), or thyrotoxicosis.If you're experiencing a thyroid storm, you may develop symptoms such as a fever, rapid heartbeat, and high blood pressure. Because this condition is serious, it's essential to receive treatment as soon as possible to avoid complications.Symptoms of a Thyroid StormA thyroid storm puts your body’s metabolism into overdrive. Symptoms can often...

What Happens During a Thyroid Storm?

Visual hallucinations are a significant issue for many patients with Parkinson’s disease. A recent study published in the journal Brain reveals that these hallucinations are associated with a marked deficiency of cholinergic activity in specific regions of the brain, particularly the left ventral visual stream and the left superior temporal lobe. This research highlights the importance of cholinergic denervation in visual hallucinations, offering new insights into the underlying mechanisms and potential treatment options.

Visual hallucinations in Parkinson’s disease linked to cholinergic deficiency

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Managing glucose levels is crucial for maintaining overall health, but many people are unaware of the joint pains associated with glucose health issues. These pains can range from mild discomfort to severe, life-altering conditions. Understanding these pains, their causes, and how to manage them is essential for anyone with glucose-related health problems.

Common pains linked to glucose health issues

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Salt Life Beer, a beloved brand synonymous with ocean enthusiasts and craft beer lovers, is facing turbulent times as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Known for its crisp and refreshing lager inspired by the sea, Salt Life Beer has become a staple for those who cherish the ocean's allure.

Another famous beer brand is going bankrupt and will file for Chapter 11

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	There’s no doubt that women’s healthcare has been seriously understudied and underfunded for far too long. Many of us have heard terms like uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts, but few of us — unless we’ve personally experienced them — know how to identify symptoms or understand treatment options.Cancer Specialist Reveals a Rough Timeline for When Kate Middleton May End Her Preventive Chemotherapy




	When it comes to fibroids, cysts, lumps, and tumors, knowledge is power. When our health is compromised, it’s easy to feel powerless. Knowing when to see a doctor, what questions to ask, and being clear about options is crucial...

How to Tell the Difference Between Cysts, Fibroids, Polyps, & Tumors, According to Doctors

Rapid advances in computational and genetic tools have allowed researchers to delve into the mystery that is the human gut microbiome. There are trillions of microbes in the human gastrointestinal tract that are intimately connected to various aspects of our physiology. While that is well established, scientists have been working to determine exactly which species of bacteria (or fungi, or viruses, for example) are associated with specific disorders. They have also been looking for reliable ways to modify the microbiome to alleviate some of those disorders.

Specific Bacterial Strains are Linked to Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Graves’ disease occurs when the thyroid overproduces thyroid hormones, causing hyperthyroidism. Hashimoto’s disease includes an underactive thyroid that does not produce enough thyroid hormones, causing hypothyroidism. These are two different types of thyroid disease. Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s disease are both autoimmune conditions that affect the thyroid gland....

Graves' disease vs. Hashimoto's disease: What to know

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For all women, estrogen is essential for sustaining the hair growth phase and boosting hair density on the scalp. But owing in large part to genetics, the follicles of some women are particularly dependent on the hormone, says endocrinologist Geoffrey Redmond, MD. This means even slight declines can set off shedding. And for women whose follicles rely heavily on estrogen, problems tend to crop up around perimenopause, when the hormone breaks its predictable monthly pattern and begins a downward trend.

Low Estrogen Levels Can Be Linked To Thinning Hair: Here’s What Can Help

Denver, CO

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A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Infections and neurodegenerative diseases cause inflammation in the brain. But for unknown reasons, patients with brain inflammation often develop muscle problems that seem to be independent of the central nervous system. Now, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have revealed how brain inflammation releases a specific protein that travels from the brain to the muscles and causes a loss of muscle function.

Brain inflammation triggers muscle weakness after infections

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

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A new study reveals a link between gut microbiota and Parkinson's disease, finding that people may have fewer bacteria that produce riboflavin (vitamin B2) and biotin (vitamin B7).

Study suggests 2 vitamin B deficiencies may play a role in Parkinson's disease

Treatment-induced neuropathy of diabetes (TIND) is a rare but potentially painful complication of diabetes caused by high blood sugar and nerve damage. Treatment-induced neuropathy of diabetes (TIND) is a little-known complication of diabetes that may affect up to 10% of individuals with diabetes. This acute condition occurs due to aggressive...

What to Know About Treatment-Induced Neuropathy of Diabetes (TIND)

A new study emphasizes the importance of controlling hypertension early in diabetes, even before the onset of diabetic retinopathy. Photo: British Heart Foundation. Calcium channel blockers (CCB) are commonly prescribed to treat hypertension, but the literature suggests that these drugs may increase the risk of primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG). Since both of these often comorbid conditions are highly prevalent in Black populations, researchers turned to the NIH All of Us dataset, a cohort known for its demographic, geographic and medical diversity as well as its inclusion of historically underrepresented groups. They found that certain CCBs are associated with a significantly higher risk of developing POAG.

Blood Pressure Medication May Increase POAG Risk

Medically reviewed by Andrew Greenberg, MDMedically reviewed by Andrew Greenberg, MDGlaucoma refers to a group of eye conditions that can gradually make you lose some or all of your eyesight. Glaucoma develops due to damage to your optic nerve, a place in the back of the eye responsible for carrying signals between your eye and brain.The way the optic nerve is damaged depends on the type of glaucoma. In most cases of glaucoma, it's damaged by pressure due to excess fluid buildup in the eye. The fluid buildup usually occurs because the eye can't drain properly. Blind spots can develop...

What Causes Glaucoma?

1. Carriers of the E280A variant of presenilin 1 (PSEN1E280A) who were heterozygous for the apolipoprotein E3 Christchurch variant (APOE3Ch) had a lower median age of onset of cognitive impairment and dementia compared to those without APOE3Ch. 2. Carriers of PSEN1E280A with APOE3Ch heterozygosity had limited tau pathologic findings and...

APOE3 Christchurch heterozygosity may delay cognitive impairment in Alzheimer’s disease

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Secondary symptoms of PD can be as debilitating as the primary motor symptoms, often leading to increased disability, reduced independence, and a higher burden on caregivers. Parkinson disease (PD), a progressive neurodegenerative disorder involving multiple neurotransmitter pathways in the brain and autonomic nervous system, has been typically characterized by motor symptoms including tremor, bradykinesia, rigidity, and postural reflex disturbance. Although these dopaminergic motor symptoms are a major part of the clinical management of the disease, a growing number of patients have expressed that the nonmotor, secondary symptoms affect their quality of life even more.

Understanding the Significant Role of Secondary Symptoms of Parkinson Disease

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Neurofilament light, nerve damage marker, high in AHP patients

Blood levels of neurofilament light (NfL), a marker of nerve cell damage, are 68 times higher during an acute attack in people with acute hepatic porphyria...

Neurofilament light, nerve damage marker, high in AHP patients

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