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Abdominal & Urinary Conditions Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are ones that occur in any organs that make up the urinary tract. The kidneys filter waste products from the blood and make urine. Ureters connect the kidney to the bladder. This holds urine until it is passed. Signs & Symptoms * A strong need to pass […]
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Skin Conditions Exposure to the sun’s UV rays causes most skin cancers. Even a few serious sunburns can raise the risk. Limit exposure to the sun. When in the sun, wear sun screen and lip balm with a sun protective factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation comes in three forms: UVA, UVB,
Dental & Mouth Concerns As you age, changes occur with your teeth and mouth. Common changes are: * Fewer taste buds on your tongue, especially for sugary and salty foods, but not for bitter tasting foods * Drier mouth. The tissues in your mouth get thinner and tend to hold less moisture. This makes your
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Bone & Muscle Problems If you’re a tennis player with a hard, single-handed backhand shot, you can end up with a painful condition known as tennis elbow. Pain originates in the outer portion of the elbow and works its way down the forearm. Tennis players who are new to the game or use their forearms
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Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions The thyroid is in front of the windpipe. It helps control your metabolism. An easy blood test can help diagnose thyroid problems. Be sure to tell your doctor if you have any symptoms. Low thyroid is called hypothyroidism. With this, body functions slow down because the thyroid gland does not
General Health Conditions The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the lower front of the neck, below the voice box (larynx), and above the collarbone. It makes hormones that help convert food to energy. It regulates growth and fertility. It also maintains body temperature. Signs & Symptoms Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland does
Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions Tinnitus is hearing ringing or other noises in the ears when no outside source makes the sounds. Almost everyone gets “ringing in the ears” at one time or another. This may last a minute or so, but then goes away. When hearing these sounds persists, suspect tinnitus. The noises can
Eye Conditions Look cool and protect your eyes at the same time! * Anytime your eyes are exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light, wear eyewear that protects your eyes. Do this when it is sunny and even on cloudy days. Choose sunglasses that block 99 to 100% of both UVA and UVB rays. * Pick the
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Skin Conditions Signs & Symptoms * An opening near the skin where the splinter entered. * Pain may not be felt and the splinter may or may not be visible. * Bleeding, swelling, and/or pain at the wound area, especially for splinters stuck deep under the skin. Causes Splinters are pieces of wood, glass, metal,
First Aid Signs & Symptoms For Sprains A sprain happens when you overstretch or tear a ligament. (This is fibrous tissue that connects bones.) A joint is affected, but there is no dislocation or fracture. Symptoms are rapid pain, swelling, bruising, and a warm feeling at the injured site. For Strains A strain is an
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