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Respiratory conditions Avian influenza is called “bird flu,” because it naturally occurs in birds. Viruses that cause this do not usually infect humans and other animals, but sporadic human infections with avian influenza have occurred. Outbreaks of “bird flu” could lead to widespread infection in humans. Signs & Symptoms The viruses usually cause no or […]
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Heart & Circulation Problems Angina is chest pain or discomfort. It occurs when the heart muscle does not get as much blood and oxygen as it needs for a given level of work. Signs & Symptoms * Squeezing pressure, heaviness, or mild ache in the chest (usually behind the breastbone) * Aching in a tooth
Bone & Muscle Problems Signs & Symptoms * Pain ranging from dull to severe. Increased pain with movement. * Numbness. Weakness. Tenderness. * Stiffness. Swelling. Causes There are many causes of arm and/or hand pain. Common causes are: * Arthritis. Repetitive motion injuries (RMIs), such as carpal tunnel syndrome. * Circulation problems, such as angina
Bone & Muscle Problems Arthritis refers to over 100 disorders that affect the joints or areas around the joints. It is a common chronic health problem and occurs in people of all ethnic groups. In the U.S., arthritis is the most common cause of disability. The risk for arthritis increases with aging. More than 1
Respiratory conditions Asthma is a chronic disease that causes the airways to narrow. Airflow is limited due to inflammation in the airways. General Information Symptoms * A cough lasts more than a week. Coughing may be the only symptom. It often occurs at night or early in the morning. * Shortness of breath. Breathing gets
Children’s Health Signs & Symptoms A lot of children get asthma. Asthma cuts down the air flow in the lungs. This makes it hard to breathe. These are all symptoms of asthma: * Chronic coughing. * Trouble breathing. * Tight feeling in the chest. * Wheezing. (Note: Other things can cause wheezing, too. Something may
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Skin Conditions Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection. It usually affects the skin between the toes. Signs & Symptoms * Moist, soft, red or gray- white scales on the feet, especially between the toes. * Cracked, peeling, dead skin areas. * Itching. * Sometimes small blisters on the feet. Causes People usually pick up the
Skin Conditions Age spots are skin blemishes that come with aging. All age spots are generally harmless. They are more a cosmetic issue than a medical one. It is important, though, to distinguish them from skin cancer. Signs & Symptoms * Small or large, flat, freckle-like marks that are different shades of brown (liver spots).
Brain & Nervous System Many people are afraid that growing old means losing the ability to think, reason, or remember. Some short-term memory loss does come with aging. You may, for example, forget where you put your keys or not remember the name of a person you just met. This is normal. Memory lapses that
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Skin Conditions Oh, that winter itch! Your skin feels as rough and dry as sandpaper. If your skin is chapped, cracked, and inflamed during the coldest months of the year, take heart. Relief is a simple matter of water conservation. The basic problem is lack of moisture. Anything that steals moisture from the skin will
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