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How to Increase Platelet Count: 6 Strategies

You can increase your platelet count with strategies like diet changes and taking supplements or medications as recommended by your doctor. A severely low platelet count may require treatment with a blood transfusion or even a splenectomy. Read more about ways to increase platelet count your doctor may consider.

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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a rare genetic disease that affects the production and functioning of collagen in the body. It can affect the joints, blood vessel walls and skin and lead to symptoms like loose joints and thin skin. Learn more about what cause EDS, symptoms it presents with, and how it is diagnosed and treated.

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Addison's Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

Addison's disease is characterized by a decrease in the production of cortisol and aldosterone hormones. It causes symptoms such as generalized fatigue, weakness and nausea. Learn more about Addison's disease, its symptoms, what causes it and how it's treated.

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Ataxia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Ataxia is a group of neurological disorders that cause symptoms like lack of coordination, loss of balance and, slurred speech. Causes include neurodegenerative conditions, cerebral palsy, and infections. Treatment includes medications, physical therapy, and speech therapy. Learn about different types of ataxia.

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Popcorn Lung: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

Popcorn lung, or bronchiolitis obliterans, is a chronic lung disease caused by the destruction and total or partial narrowing of the bronchioles in the lungs. It is associated with symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing, and wheezing. Learn more about what causes it and how it's diagnosed and treated.

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Black Urine: 8 Main Causes & What to Do

Black urine is typically caused by the ingestion of foods with natural or artificial coloring but can also be caused by medications like levodopa or phenol. Black urine can also be caused by more serious health conditions like Haff disease, liver problems, or rhabdomyolysis. Learn more about black urine and what to do.

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ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis): Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) is a neurodegenerative disease that destroys the motor neurons responsible for movement. It causes symptoms such as muscle weakness or loss of motor coordination. Learn more about what ALS is, the symptom.

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Arachnoid Cyst: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

An arachnoid cyst is a collection of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the arachnoid membranes of the brain or spinal cord that may be asymptomatic but can also cause headaches, back pain, weakness, paralysis, or seizures. Treatment may require observation or surgery. Read about primary and secondary arachnoid cysts.

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E. Coli Treatment: 6 Treatment Options & Natural Remedies

E. coli treatment may involve a combination of antibiotics, rest, and hydration. More severe cases may even require hospitalization. Learn more about the 6 treatment options your doctor may consider, including natural remedies to treat an E. coli infection.

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Arthrosis: Symptoms (w/ Online Quiz), Diagnosis, Types & Treatment

Arthrosis is the wear and tear of cartilage in a joint in the body, such as the knee, spine, shoulder or hip. Symptoms include pain, swelling, joint deformation and stiffness, and can be caused by normal aging, reptitive movements, trauma or obesity. Read about the types of arthrosis and how it's diagnosed and treated.

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Sciatica Pain Relief: 7 Methods (Meds, Stretches, Compresses & More)

Sciatica pain relief can involve methods, like applying anti-inflammatory cream or using a warm compress to relieve inflammation of the sciatic nerve and can reduce symptoms of sciatica. Learn more about the methods you can utilize to relie.

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Left Bundle Branch Block: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

A left bundle branch block, or an LBBB, is the interruption or delay in the conduction of electrical impulses on the left side of the heart. It can lead to a prolongation of the QRS interval on an ECG. Read more about what causes a left bundle branch block, the symptoms it can lead to, and how it's diagnosed and treated.

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Why Do I Have A Headache? (Online Quiz & 11 Causes)

Headache can be caused by poor posture, stress or anxiety, vision problems, bruxism (teeth grinding), and hormonal changes during menstruation or pregnancy. Red flag symptoms include fever, neck pain, and difficulty seeing or walking. Read more about the main causes of headache and when to see a doctor.

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Erysipelas: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Erysipelas is an infection of the superficial layer of the skin caused by Group A β-hemolytic Streptococcus bacteria. Symptoms include fever, chills, and redness and blistering of the skin. Possible causes include chronic venous insufficiency and uncontrolled diabetes. Read more about treatments and complications.

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Types of Shock: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Types of shock include septic shock, anaphylactic shock, hypovolemic shock, cardiogenic shock, and neurogenic shock. Shock is a potentially life threatening condition in which blood flow to vital organs in the body, like the brain or the heart, is compromised. Learn more about symptoms, causes, and treatment.