We know what pain feels like, but what actually is pain? Cancer pain typically pops up if cancer spreads and affects nerves and other organs. When this happens, your healthcare provider may prescribe medication to help you manage your pain. FatCamera / Getty Images Read on to find out more about the different kinds of pain you may experience with cancer. If you notice any new or other types of pain, let your healthcare provider know immediately....
Silver Amalgam Fillings This is the most widely known throw in of filling. Silver amalgam has disadvantages though. It’s not aesthetically pleasing, so it isn’t a good choice for a highly visible tooth. Pakorn Polachai / EyeEm / Getty Images The material also can expand and contract over time, causing a tooth to crack. Composite fillings don’t last as long as some other types. They typically need to be replaced every five to 10 years....
Paranoia is the feeling of being threatened or persecuted in the absence of proof showing thats the case. It is not a standalone diagnosis, but a symptom that warrants evaluation. People who experience paranoia believe they are being lied to, stolen from, or cheated on without evidence. Joerg Steffens / Getty Images In extreme cases, they may think they are being poisoned or had a tracking equipment implanted. This article discusses paranoia....
Symptoms and Sources of Infection Millions of Americans are affected by parasites. From protozoa toroundworms, tapeworms to flukes, there are four main classifications of parasites that infect humans. Unlike other kinds of parasites, they reproduce very rapidly. Kateryna Kon / Science Photo Library / Getty Images Protozoa have an indefinite life span. These organisms include: Roundworms and Hookworms These are unsegmented worms. They produce eggs that require incubation in soil or in another host before parasitizing humans....
This article describes the symptoms and causes of breathing allergies. It also explains how these respiratory allergies are diagnosed and treated. Symptoms of hay fever include: How Common Is Hay Fever? Illustration by Theresa Chiechi for Verywell Health Hay fever can be seasonal or year-round, depending on the cause. In 2021, hay fever affected 26% of all U.S. adults and 19% of children. Symptoms of allergic asthma include: Unmanaged allergic asthma can be life-threatening....
Typically, swallowing is a process people doreflexively,without thought. You want to know the cause and how it can be fixed. You may also wonder if difficulty swallowing is a sign of cancer. RUBEN BONILLA GONZALO / Getty Images Although cancer is one possible cause of difficulty swallowing, it is not the most likely. This article will review the causes of swallowing difficulty, as well as what symptoms to be concerned about....
There are two separate mechanisms by which diffusing capacity may be reduced. Testing Diffusing Capacity Testing for diffusing capacity is often done along with otherpulmonary function tests. In this test, a mask is placed over your face. Thomas Barwick / DigitalVision / Getty Images The gas you breathe in will contain carbon monoxide as well as a tracer gas such as helium. This test is often referred to as DLCO which stands for diffusion across the lungs of carbon monoxide....
Some post-op issues can appear years later Many people don’t have issues followinggallbladder surgery(cholecystectomy). However, problems after gallbladder removal may occur years later or could occur immediately after the procedure. Symptoms of problems include nausea, abdominal pain after eating, and diarrhea. Verywell / Cindy Chung Symptoms after gallbladder removalare collectively known as postcholecystectomy syndrome. They are due to the changes in how bile once stored in the gallbladder now moves through the body....
Adigestive diseasedisrupts digestion in one way or another, causing health problems that range from mild to serious. This may include something as common as acid reflux to celiac disease or cancer. This article discusses common diseases of the GI tract and when they might be considered serious. Illustration by Mira Norian for Verywell Health It reviews the risks of an untreated digestive condition and what to eat if you have a digestive problem....
Manual Relief of Severe Constipation Digital disimpaction is the use of fingers to manually remove stool from the rectum. Digital disimpaction is used whenlaxativesorenemasare unable to resolve fecal impaction. For this procedure, a single finger of a gloved hand is lubricated and inserted into the rectum. Kar-Tr / Getty Images The stool is gently broken up and removed in pieces until the rectum is cleared. This article explains how digital disimpaction is done and the cases in which it’s most often helpful....
Digital retinal imaging is fast becoming an additional part of having an annual wellness eye examination. However, the retinal imaging can provide the doctor with additional information than just dilation alone. Most eye doctors charge a nominal fee that ranges from $15-$50. UHB Trust / Getty Images However, most eye examinations include a part of the examination where dilating drops are instilled into the eye. Some of these subtle changes can be better seen by digital retinal imaging....
DIP PsA can ultimately become a condition that is serious enough to cause marked disability. What Are the Symptoms of DIP PsA? Stiff and inflamed fingers make it harder to perform simple tasks like zipping a jacket or opening a jar. Illustration by Brianna Gilmartin, Verywell Stiff and swollen toes make walking and standing for long periods painful. Swelling associated with DIP PsA usually affects the entire finger or toe....
What Is Diphenhydramine? Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine. Histamines are chemicals naturally produced by the body that enhance wakefulness. TinPixels / Getty Images Diphenhydramine blocks h1 receptors, histamine pathways in the brain that are crucial for these wake-promoting effects. In doing so, diphenhydramine can cause sleepiness. This effect is beneficial for those who turn to over-the-counter sleeping pills to treat insomnia. Diphenhydramine for Insomnia The efficacy of diphenhydramine as a sleep aid is not well studied....
