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Experience Suzanne Dixon, MPH, RD, is a former writer for Verywell Health covering cancer. Suzanne developed and taught nutrition science coursework at University of Michigan Medical School. In addition, she developed and taught alternative medicine coursework for Eastern Michigan University. Suzanne has written numerous articles for both scholarly and popular publications. She obtained her registered dietitian license at the University of Michigan Health Systems. We reach more than 300 million readers annually....

Swai fish, scientifically known asPangasianodonhypophthalmus, is a river-farmed catfish native to the Mekong River in Southeast Asia. It is also known aspangasius,basa, andtraa. However, swai fish is not labeled as catfish in the United States. Angelika Heine / Getty Images This is to protect the sales of American catfish. Like other types of fish and seafood, swai fish provides a healthy source of protein and fats. It is well-liked for its mild flavor, flaky texture, and low cost....

Clinically known asedema, swelling is when fluid collects in bodily tissues. It often occurs in the feet, ankles, or legs, though it can affect any body part. Swelling is a common issue that varies in severity. Marina113 / Getty Images Mild cases typically arise due to standing for a long time or minor injury. This article discusses the symptoms of swelling and its potential causes. It also covers complications and risk factors and discusses when to seek tests or treatment for this condition....

That’s the passage leading from the outer ear to the eardrum. Talk with your healthcare provider about self-care and whether antibiotic treatment is needed. Prevention Managing ongoing swimmer’s ear infections can be painful and frustrating. chameleonseye / Getty Images This complication is more concerning in older adults or those with diabetes or weakened immune systems. Treating malignant otitis externa involves high-dose antibiotics given intravenously to fight the severe infection. Centers for Disease Control and Infection....

Some people with ME/CFS may have lowered pain thresholds as well. It could also mean your body is having a harder time than usual overcoming longer-term pathogens. Longer-Term Pathogens? Science Photo Library / Getty Images What Are Lymph Nodes? In FMS, the lymph that should easily pass through seems to get backed up. Have you been sick recently or exposed to someone who was sick? Are you more tired than usual?...

It may be due to an injury, infection, or, in rare cases, cancer. It is often difficult to tell what the underlying cause is until you are examined by a healthcare provider. The testicles, also called thetestes, are an important part of themale reproductive system. Tetra Images / Getty Images Swollen testicles can affect anyone with testicles or testicular implants. It also describes when swollen testicles are a sign of a medical emergency needing immediate care....

In many systems, there is a debate about which treatment modality is preferred. Either way, the patient is said to have symptomatic bradycardia. Chest pain and shortness of breath can accompany either hemodynamically stable or unstable bradycardia. Deagreez / Getty Images In unstable bradycardia, the lack of perfusion could be the cause of chest pain or dyspnea. In stable bradycardia, other cardiac conditions could be leading to both the symptoms and the bradycardia....

It also describes possible complications of ET and the current survival rates for those diagnosed with the disease. Abnormal bleeding is a common feature of ET. Additional complications include an increased risk of pregnancy loss and other complications of pregnancy in people with ET. Science Photo Library - STEVE GSCHMEISSNER / Getty Images What Causes Essential Thrombocythemia? It is unclear what causes MPNs like essential thrombocythemia, although genetics is thought to play a central role....

Gonadotropins are hormones that stimulate the production of the sex hormones estrogen and testosterone. The condition affects both males and females. The Good Brigade / Getty Images Symptoms HH symptoms look different in children and adults. The Good Brigade / Getty Images Both conditions cause the underproduction of sex hormones. These hormones signal the sex organsfemale ovaries or male testesto release estrogen or testosterone. Testosterone levelsshould be checked in the morning for accuracy....

Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria(PNH) is a rare disease that develops when your blood cells are formed. It can lead to the abnormal destruction of blood cells, resulting in various symptoms. The rare disorder causes your blood cells to develop incorrectly and malfunction. Krisanapong Detraphiphat/Getty PNH symptoms are the noticeable effects that occur when these blood cells are not working properly. In some cases, more severe symptoms can develop suddenly and cause life-threatening complications....

Symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, and a frothy discharge. In people with a terminal illness, the condition is often fatal. In others, pulmonary edema is treatable, with as many people surviving for several years or more. KATERYNA KON / SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Getty Images It also discusses survival rates, life expectancy statistics, and ways to reduce your risk. What Is Pulmonary Edema? Under normal circumstances, alveoli are where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged as you inhale and exhale....

It causes leg pain and instability of the knee. This is one of the most common injuries among recreational athletes of all ages. A physical examination diagnoses an ACL tear. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin Often, rehabilitation is part of recovery after surgical treatment. This article will discuss the symptoms and causes of ACL tears along with diagnosis and treatment. What Are ACL Tears? A ligament is a strong band of connective tissue that attaches bones, providing stability....

Damage to the frontal lobe, also called frontal lobe syndrome, can cause a range of symptoms. These can include behavioral problems, depression, and a loss of strength in the muscles. A variety of conditions can damage the frontal lobe, includingstroke,head trauma, anddementia. It also discusses how frontal lobe damage is diagnosed and treated. Thebrainhas two hemispheres, or halves: the left and right. The hemispheres are divided into three sections: the forebrain,midbrain, and hindbrain....