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Nutcracker Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Nutcracker syndrome occurs when the left renal vein is compressed, causing blood in the urine, flank or pelvic pain, and enlarged veins. Diagnosis uses urine tests and imaging, while treatment ranges from monitoring to stenting or surgery. .

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Thyroid Nodules: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Thyroid nodules are lumps in the thyroid gland that may cause neck swelling, pressure, pain, trouble swallowing, or voice changes. Most are benign, but some may affect hormone levels or indicate cancer and require ultrasound, biopsy, medication, radioactive iodine, or surgery.

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Cyclosporiasis & Foods to Avoid (Complete List w/ Food Prep Guide)

Cyclosporiasis foods to avoid include recalled or outbreak-linked raw produce. Learn which fruits, vegetables and herbs have been associated with Cyclospora, safer food choices, produce washing tips and what to eat during recovery.

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Lactose Intolerance Test: How It's Done & Results

A lactose intolerance test may include a hydrogen breath test, blood test, stool acidity test, genetic testing, or intestinal biopsy. Preparation, fasting requirements, testing methods, and possible results vary depending on the type of test.

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Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Rocky Mountain spotted fever is a tick-borne infection that can cause high fever, severe headache, rash, and serious complications. Early treatment with doxycycline is essential, along with prompt diagnosis and tick prevention.

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Traumatic Brain Injury: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Traumatic brain injury can cause loss of consciousness, memory problems, confusion, severe headache, seizures, and other complications. Common causes include falls, car accidents, and sports injuries, with treatment based on severity.

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Lung Infection: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

A lung infection may be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi and can lead to cough, fever, chest pain, mucus, and shortness of breath. Common types include pneumonia, bronchitis, bronchiolitis, COVID-19, and tuberculosis.

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Trench Foot: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Prevention

Trench foot develops after prolonged exposure to cold, wet conditions and can cause numbness, swelling, skin color changes and pain. Treatment focuses on gentle warming, drying the feet and preventing infection, while dry socks and proper footwear help reduce risk.

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Pitted Keratolysis: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

Pitted keratolysis is a bacterial skin infection that causes small pits, strong foot odor and softened skin on the soles. Treatment includes topical antibacterial products, sweat control and keeping the feet clean and dry.

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Chickenpox: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Chickenpox is a contagious viral infection that causes an itchy rash, fluid-filled blisters, fever, and scabs. It can affect people of any age and may lead to complications, especially in babies, adults, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems.

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Presbyopia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Presbyopia is an age-related loss of near vision that usually begins after age 40. Symptoms include blurry close-up vision, eye strain, and headaches, while treatment may involve glasses, contact lenses, eye drops, or surgery.

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Ankylosing Spondylitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic inflammatory condition that primarily affects the spine, causing back pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, and, in some cases, complications involving the eyes, lungs, or heart.

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Tietze Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Tietze syndrome is a rare condition that causes chest pain, tenderness, and swelling near the upper ribs. Symptoms may worsen with coughing or deep breathing and often improve over time with rest, warm compresses, and pain relief.

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Hernia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

A hernia occurs when tissue pushes through a weak muscle area, causing a bulge. Inguinal hernia is common and may cause groin swelling or pain. Hernia symptoms in men may also include scrotal swelling or discomfort, with treatment ranging from observation to surgery.

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Coccidioidomycosis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Coccidioidomycosis, or Valley fever, is a fungal infection caused by inhaling spores from soil. It may cause fever, cough, chest pain, shortness of breath, skin changes, or more serious complications when the infection spreads.