Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012 cramp Powerful, sustained and painful contraction of a muscle or a group of muscles. The pain persists until the contraction eases off. Cramp may be caused by salt deficiency. The cause of the common night cramps is obsc...
Venous insufficiency is described as abnormal blood flow through veins that can cause local damage, damage to affected legs, or death. Description Syndromes related to venous insufficiency are caused by valve incompetence. Venous insufficiency is a chronic (long term) condition. The number of new an...
In today’s world, where stress levels are soaring, and chronic illness is more common than ever, the need for sustainable well-being has never been greater. The good news? Building long-term vitality isn’t about perfection. It’s about consistency, balance, and understanding what your body...
Sure, a massage chair may seem like a significant investment up front, but consider the long-term benefits. How much do you spend on yearly massages, chiropractor visits, or physical therapy sessions? A high-quality massage chair could save you thousands over time by reducing the need for th...
Spondyloarthritis is a term used to include a group of arthritis-associated conditions. One of the associated conditions include axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA), which is a potentially disabling inflammatory arthritis that typically affects the spine; however, may also affect joints in the arms and le...
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But let me quickly assure you that by the time you finish reading this article, you would have been able to come to term with what exactly the problem is. Coughing up phlegm could represent so many things. While some could be potentially life-threatening, others are nothing to worry about...
Treatment options: Physicians may be concerned with selecting the most appropriate treatment options for their patients, taking into account the severity of the condition, the patient’s medical history, and their overall health. Prognosis: Physicians may be interested in understanding the long-term pr...
PAST MEDICAL/SURGICAL HISTORY: Significant for term delivery 8 weeks ago and above D and C. Delivery was by C-section. ALLERGIES: No known drug allergies. MEDICATIONS: Vicodin. SOCIAL HISTORY: The patient denies tobacco, alcohol, or recreational drug use. ...
[5]. PTS is a long-term complication of DVT that can cause pain, swelling, heaviness, and cramping in the legs. It is reported that 20% to 50% patients with DVT would develop PTS despite adequate anticoagulation [6–8]. Previous studies have confirmed the negative effect of PTS on ...