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A Noticeably and Persistently Unstable Sense of Self Identity disturbance describes an inconsistent or incoherent sense of self. It is associated withborderline personality disorder, as identity disturbance is one of the criteria for the condition. Research on identity disturbance is ongoing. Verywell / Nez Riaz This article discusses identity disturbance, what it is, and what causes it. It also looks at the treatments that are available for people with the condition....

FatCamera / Getty Images Is There a Cure for Hepatitis B? The long and short answer is that there is not yet a cure for hepatitis B. Understanding why requires insight into the virus itself and the challenges cure researchers face. FatCamera / Getty Images Hepatitis B is an infectious disease due to the hepatitis B virus (HBV). Many of these infections areasymptomatic, meaning without symptoms. Chronic hepatitis Boccurs when the immune system does not erase the virus....

Low levels of mature granulocytes may suggest a health issue that may be serious. High IG counts suggest an infection or may point to a bone marrow condition. This article will help you to understand granulocytes and what low or high levels can mean. JOSE LUIS CALVO MARTIN & JOSE ENRIQUE GARCIA-MAURIÑO MUZQUIZ / Getty Images It also explains the conditions associated with high or low granulocytes, and how they are diagnosed and treated....

The short and simple answer is yes, although the treatment options will vary based on the underlying cause. Measuring Hypertension The time during a heartbeat is known as systole. This is when blood is being actively pushed into your arteries. Verywell / Nusha Ashjaee During systole, the pressure in the arteries increases. The peak blood pressure during a heart contraction is calledsystolic. The pressure exerted on the blood vessels between heartbeats is calleddiastolic....

Vaccinesstimulate your body to produce immunity against an infection. This is done to spur animmune systemresponse, typically without causing illness. This article explains what that means and why there is little evidence to support this view. Blend Images - ERproductions Ltd / Getty Images Live vaccines have saved lives. The process works against many threats, from chickenpox to cholera. But some people say that live vaccines can causeviral shedding. Get our printable guide for your next doctor’s appointment to help you ask the right questions....

Liver enzymes are proteins in your liver that speed up chemical reactions. To determine if elevated levels are directly related to liver damage, other tests need to be done. Normal Levels Liver enzymes are measured in international units per liter (U/L). Verywell / Elise Degarmo AST Levels A test of AST levels can help diagnose liver problems. Elevated levels can indicate: Low ranges are not a concern. Low levels of ALT in the blood could indicate a vitamin B6 deficiency or chronic kidney disease....

Lymph is the fluid in your lymphatic system, also called lymphatic fluid. Is there any truth to this? Claims are made that certain foods improve lymphatic circulation, but no evidence is cited. Universal Images Group / Getty Images Detoxification remedies receive mention, and related products are advertised in the margins. It’s also true that scientists have a lot more to learn about the lymphatic system. For instance, for decades it was common knowledge in medicine that the brain has no lymphatic vessels....

Magnetic resonance venography (MRV) is an imaging test that is used to visualize veins in the body. Sometimes an MRI is used to view tumors, traumatic injuries, and diseases such as stroke. In general, diseases of the veins are less common than diseases of the arteries. Echo / Getty Images Lastly, conditions such asintracranialhypertensioncan cause neurological symptoms, which can be evaluated with an MRV. A Word From Verywell MRV is not a common diagnostic test....

Your metatarsal bones are the long bones that link your mid/rear foot to your toes. In other words, metatarsophalangeal joints connect your toe bones to your foot bones. These joints are surrounded by a thin joint capsule and have ligaments that support them. amana productions inc / amana images / Getty Images Even so, the most common source of pain in this area is the metatarsophalangeal joint. Bunion Abunionis a bony bump that forms on the outside edge of the first MTP joint....

A lesion occurs because of some sort of damage to the part of the brain where it’s located. White matter hyperintensitiesare lesions that appear bright white on certain sequences of MRI scans. These abnormalities can also be seen in older people and people with stroke and dementia. Illustration by Cindy Chung, Verywell Various studies have looked at the characteristics of people with migraine who have WMH. The authors suggest that the effects of migraine itself may be the direct cause of the brain lesions....

Mitral valve regurgitation can be definitively diagnosed with a noninvasive imaging study called anechocardiogramand other diagnostic tests and procedures. Milder cases may be treated with medications and lifestyle changes, while advanced cases may require surgery. It lies between the two chambers of the heart called the left atrium and the left ventricle. SDI Productions / Getty Images Types of Mitral Regurgitation Mitral regurgitation can either be acute or chronic. Acute MRis when an injury to the mitral valve causes it to suddenly become leaky....

Not knowing can make matters worse, addinganxiety and depressionto the long list of possible symptoms. However, this doesn’t mean that all symptoms will disappear. In addition, the current attack must be separated from a prior attack by at least 30 days. AJ_Watts/Getty Images When Symptoms Aren’t Due to a Relapse Not all flare-ups mean that your disease is progressing. Once your body temperature returns to normal, the neurological symptoms subside....

Muscle problems related to these medical conditions are usually mild. Treatment of your thyroid disorder can help ease the symptoms. However, in some rare cases, myopathy related to thyroid disease can be severe and debilitating. Verywell / Laura Porter This article will talk about thyroid disease and how it can cause pain and weakness. It will discuss thyroid muscle disease symptoms and how a healthcare provider can diagnose and treat the disease....