Columbus, OH

Have you ever found yourself gasping for air, struggling with nasal congestion, or waking up with a dry mouth? These could be signs that you're suffering from a deviated septum. This common condition can cause a range of issues, from difficulty breathing to frequent nosebleeds. So, how to get relief...

Trouble breathing due to a deviated septum? Here’s the Solution

Chicago, IL

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Foodie in Chicago

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?

What to Expect

Knowing your risk factors and keeping these symptoms in mind could help you catch this rare condition early.

What is Preeclampsia? Signs to Watch For

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A recent study found people with carpal tunnel syndrome tend to develop cardiac amyloidosis, also known as “stiff heart syndrome,” about 10 to 15 years later. Experts say the presence of carpal tunnel syndrome may be an early warning sign for cardiac amyloidosis, as amyloid deposits can affect both the wrist’s connective tissue and the heart.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome May Triple Your Risk of Developing Stiff Heart Syndrome

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Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, is a common condition that affects many people worldwide. It involves the clenching or grinding of teeth, often unconsciously, and can occur during the day or night. While occasional teeth grinding may not cause harm, chronic bruxism can lead to various dental and health issues. Understanding the causes, recognizing the symptoms, and seeking appropriate treatment can help manage this condition effectively.

Teeth Grinding: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Virginia State

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

One potential symptom of congestive heart failure is a cardiac cough. This may occur because of fluid building up in the lungs, and it may be a sign that the condition is worsening. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately. Americans have heart failure. This means...

Does Congestive Heart Failure Make You Cough?

Removing drops improves adherence and comfort for most patients. Cataract surgery has undergone transformational advancements in recent years, and one notable innovation is the adoption of dropless cataract surgery. This technique aims to eliminate the need for postoperative topical eye drops, streamlining the recovery process and potentially improving patient adherence. This article reviews the principles behind dropless cataract surgery, explores its advantages in the postoperative period, and discusses its implications for patient satisfaction and overall surgical outcomes.

Dropless cataract surgery: Revolutionizing postoperative care for enhanced patient outcomes

Diverticulitis and colon cancer share some similar symptoms, risk factors, and diagnostic tests. Research suggests there may be a link between the two conditions, and having diverticulitis may increase the risk of colon cancer. Diverticulitis and colon cancer both involve the colon, which forms part of the large intestine. Colon...

Is there a connection between diverticulitis and colon cancer?

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Anyone with gallstones can tell you that it’s an excruciating pain which sometimes only surgery to remove the gallbladder will bring relief. But what if you’re already suffering from another condition that prevents you from having surgery?. Now there’s an option available...

No surgery, no problem: New endoscopic procedure in RGV can drain gallbladder infections

A new case has been reported of a 28-year-old man who presented with kidney stones, hematuria, dark urine, and jaundice, eventually obtaining a diagnosis of paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) with renal involvement. The report, published in Cureus, noted the diagnosis was delayed due to potential confounding conditions, inconclusive results of...

A Case of PNH Leading to Kidney Failure

Sebring, FL

Floaters are small specks or particles that float within the vitreous humor, which is the gel-like substance that fills the back portion of the eye. These floaters can appear as dots, circles, lines, or cobweb-like shapes that move or drift around as your eyes move. They are particularly noticeable when looking at a plain, bright background such as a clear sky or a white wall.

Doc, What Are These Floating Things I Am Seeing?

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If you ever seek quality advisors for your career, relationship, finances, or other personal affairs, there are certain zodiac signs that you should look for. Such signs are thoughtful, logical, selfless, and willing to listen to the plight of other people. Going by their inherent personality traits, they tend to offer the best guidance.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are The Best Advisors

Symptoms of mitral valve prolapse may cause or increase anxiety for some people. Stress and anxiety may contribute to the development of heart problems but aren’t a common cause of mitral valve prolapse. The heart’s mitral valve consists of two flaps of tissue called cusps. It’s located between the...

Mitral Valve Prolapse and Anxiety: What Is the Link?

Contrast-enhanced cardiac CT (CECT) can help localize fatty tissue in the heart, a study published July 24 in JAMA Cardiology found. Researchers led by Saman Nazarian, MD, PhD, from the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Pavilion in Philadelphia found that CECT achieved high accuracy in their study that focused on fatty tissue insulating the atrioventricular node and the proximal specialized conduction system (AVCS) from surrounding muscle. This capability could pave the way for better heart treatment strategies.

Cardiac CECT localizes fatty tissue in heart

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Emily Standley Allard

We often run across people in our lives who either have a natural healing and calming energy to them and those who seem bent on ruining everything you set out to do whether they mean to or not. Astrology offers a complex and nuanced understanding of personality traits associated with each zodiac sign, attributing both positive and negative aspects to individuals' characters. Among these characteristics, some signs are often hailed for their healing abilities, bringing comfort, peace, and rejuvenation to those around them. Conversely, other signs may possess more destructive tendencies, challenging relationships and personal growth. This article explores the zodiac signs that are traditionally considered the most healing and the most destructive, offering insights into the dual nature of certain astrological influences.

The 6 Zodiac Signs That Can Either Heal or Destroy You

You’ve Heard of ‘Chillaxin,’ Now Meet ‘Stresslaxing’. If you live with anxiety, then you know it’s an ever-present struggle. The constant ruminating that never relents. The familiar feeling of dread that seeps into your mind when you wake up in the morning. The Sundays spent going over the coming week so you’re prepared for anything.

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Patients with sarcoidosis may be at an increased risk for developing chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) following surgery, according to a case report published in the journal Cureus. The 61-year-old male patient presented with 15 years of chronic lumbar pain and a history of sarcoidosis. He had a strength score...

Patients With Sarcoidosis May Develop CIDP After Lumbar Spine Surgery

West Virginia State

Norfolk, VA

Four Virginians were confirmed to be onboard when the Titanic sank on April 14, 1912. Phillip Acts and Selini Decker, who lived a few blocks apart in Norfolk, died when the ship sank. Richmond native Robert Decker and Eloise Smith, who later moved to Richmond from West Virginia, survived.

There's a reason no remains from the Virginia Titanic victims will ever be found

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3 Options for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Management

In the previous two columns, I discussed aneurysms that occur in the aorta situated in the chest cavity. In this article, I will explain the various...

3 Options for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Management

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