Milk blisters occur when small bit of skin overgrows the opening of the milk duct and milk backs up behind it. It is characterized by a white, clear or yellow dot on the nipple that causes pain. The pain is focused on the spot and behind it. If applying compression on the breast, the milk […]
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Blood blisters are due to skin trauma such as forced pinching that result to a red, bump filled with fluid and pain when touched. When the outer layer or epidermis is damaged blood, blisters are formed. Fluid builds up under the damaged skin to provide support for the tissues below. The processes of fluid build
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Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchi which is the main passageways in the lungs. Generally, the inflammation is usually caused by bacterial, virus, allergies or autoimmune diseases. It is characterized by prolonged severe coughing which can last for several weeks. Young infants and the elderly are susceptible to this condition. Causes of bronchitis Smoking or
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A bone spur on top of the foot is a bony projection along a normal bone. These spurs develop when the bone repair itself by forming additional bone. They can also form due to pressure and stress that happen for long periods of time. These bone spurs are smooth and cause discomfort when it brushes
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Side cramps or “side stitch” is severe pain felt below the rib cage due to a strained ligament. It can also happen on both sides of the abdomen. This pain can happen during vigorous exercises such as running and usually common among at a starting level. Treatment of side cramps While running and side cramps
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A bulging disc injury is a spine injury persistent in the intervertebral disc of the spine. Generally, it can happen in the lumbar spine or the lower back, thoracic spine or the upper and middle back or the cervical spine. A bulging disc is also called a slipped or bulging disc, but when the bulge
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A pinched nerve in the shoulder blade is a condition where excess pressure is placed on the tissue surrounding the nerve and the muscle, bone and cartilage. A pinched nerve is painful and uncomfortable especially if it affects the shoulder blade. Causes of pinched nerve in the shoulder blade Women with large breast are susceptible
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Tennis leg involves a tear that is usually caused by a sudden muscular action such as reaching forward to hit a ball while playing tennis. The plantaris is a thin cord with a long tendon found along the Achilles tendon on the back area of the calf. It functions in flexing the knee and the
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Tailbone pain can be caused by anomalies in the structure and by falling. The area between the buttocks that lies above the anus is the tailbone or coccyx and when this bone becomes inflamed there is tenderness and pain in the area. This can also be caused by prolonged sitting. Sometimes, a severe pain can
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Wheezing is a high-pitched whistling sound while inhaling or exhaling which is a symptom of an illness or other conditions. Wheezing can be caused by respiratory conditions such as lessened flow of air due to a narrow airways or congestion in the lungs. Generally, if there is difficulty breathing, there is a need to seek
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