Columbus, OH

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that damages the nerves of the central nervous system. This damage disrupts nerve impulses and can lead to ataxia — a condition that affects coordination, balance, and speech. This article outlines the symptoms of ataxia. It also considers the prevalence of this condition...

What to know about ataxia in multiple sclerosis

Boston, MA

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Doctors are concerned that a small number of patients on semaglutide are coming in with a form of sudden blindness called NAION.

Patients on Ozempic are developing a rare form of sudden blindness, doctors say

Everyday Health

Learn about the potential discomfort of mammograms and discover effective strategies to ease the pain.

Do Mammograms Hurt?

Walking requires a huge number of signals between your brain and the muscles in your arms, chest, back, abdomen, pelvis and legs. Something that looks relatively straightforward is in fact incredibly complex. And the pace and smoothness of your walk can be an indicator of your health and how well you are ageing.

Your Walking Style Says a Lot About Your Health And Aging. Here's Why.

Deseret News

Plus the difference between heart attack symptoms for men and women.

Why is arm pain a common heart attack symptom? Here’s what you should know

Virginia State

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Cheryl E Preston

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

A man was diagnosed and treated for a rare infection that caused a mass in the lateral pterygoid muscle after temporomandibular disorder (TMD) treatment failed to ease his persistent jaw pain. The case report was published in the Cureus Journal of Medical Science. Ultimately, the man was diagnosed with cysticercosis,...

The real cause of jaw pain imitating TMD revealed

Ocular tuberculosis is an eye infection caused by the same bacteria that cause tuberculosis (TB) in the lungs. Treatment usually involves a 6-month course of antibiotics. It can lead to vision loss, but early treatment is usually effective. In this article, learn more about ocular TB, why it happens, and...

What to know about ocular or eye tuberculosis

Rubella, rubeola, and roseola are distinct viral infections that cause characteristic rashes. However, they also have unique characteristics and causes. Rubella, rubeola, and roseola are viral diseases with some overlapping symptoms. However, each infection presents distinct challenges and health implications. Rubella, or German measles, poses significant risks during pregnancy, potentially...

What is the difference between rubella, rubeola, and roseola?

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	Uterine fibroids, though usually non-cancerous, have a profound impact on a your body. They can cause pelvic pain, heavy menstrual bleeding, and weight gain in the abdomen. For many people, noticing an unexpected increase in weight can be puzzling and distressing, particularly when the scale seems to climb without a clear reason. The relationship between uterine fibroids and weight gain is complex, rooted in the physical presence of these benign tumors, which can grow as large as a melon, or even a basketball, according to Dr. Mache Seibel, a board-certified gynecologist and expert in reproductive medicine. Can Uterine Fibroids Cause...

Yes, Uterine Fibroids Can Cause Weight Gain — Here’s What You Can Do About It

Doctors may use a variety of tests and examinations to diagnose fertility issues in females. These can include gathering a detailed medical history, and imaging and hormone tests. Fertility challenges affect females and males, although doctors use different methods of diagnosis for each. If a female is unable to conceive,...

How do doctors diagnose infertility in females?

Alagille syndrome (ALGS) is a rare genetic condition affecting different parts of the body, such as the liver, kidneys, and heart. Lifestyle changes, medications, and surgery can help manage the condition. ALGS affects a person’s bile ducts. The liver secretes bile and bile ducts carry it from the liver to...

What to know about Alagille syndrome

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Medically reviewed by Marla Anderson, MDMedically reviewed by Marla Anderson, MDLung cancer is hardly what comes to mind when you experience back pain. However, evidence indicates that the back is one of the most common sites in the body where people with lung cancer experience pain. While it’s not often listed as a common symptom of lung cancer, the American Cancer Society notes that lung cancer can cause pain in the back, especially when the tumor has spread to other parts of the body.When lung cancer spreads to the spine—in about 19% of spinal metastasis—pain can occur in the back. If...

Why Does Lung Cancer Cause Back Pain?

Healthline

R-ICE is a treatment for non-Hodgkin's and Hodgkin's lymphoma. It combines four chemotherapy drugs that kill cancer cells and is often used prior to a stem cell transplant. Learn more.

What Is the R-ICE Chemotherapy Protocol?

The Week

Many women are uninformed about this little-discussed stage of life

Why perimenopause is being called the second puberty

Woman's World

The condition affects women five times more than men and can be triggered by hormone changes

What Doctors Want Women Over 50 to Know About Thyroid Eye Disease Symptoms and the Link to Menopause

Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a disorder that causes a person’s heart to beat abnormally fast. Certain foods may trigger a person’s SVT, while others may help to prevent SVT symptoms. The sinoatrial (SA) node is a mass of tissue located above the right upper chamber (atria) of the...

What dietary pattern may be beneficial for those living with SVT?

Medical News Today

A newly published study contradicts the notion that moderate drinking could help lengthen a person's lifespan. The research found that moderate alcohol use brings no health benefits at all.

Moderate drinking does not boost longevity, new evidence warns

A new study links using agricultural pesticides such as glyphosate, atrazine, and dicamba to various cancers such as bladder, colon, lung, and pancreatic cancers.

Study links specific pesticides to increased risk of over 6 types of cancers

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

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What is conjunctivochalasis, and how do doctors treat it?

Conjunctivochalasis (CCH) is a condition where the conjunctiva, a thin membrane covering part of the white of the eye, becomes loose and wrinkled. People with CCH...

What is conjunctivochalasis, and how do doctors treat it?

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