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TMJ: A Disorder of the Jaw The Jaw Is Not Properly Aligned TMJ Temporomandibular joint disorderis a condition in which the temporomandibular joint, where the skull attaches to the jawbone, is not aligned or functioning properly. This results in extra pressure on the joint. The cartilage cushion wears away, leading to a popping sound when …
Restless Legs Syndrome Uncomfortable Sensations in the Legs Restless legs syndrome is a condition that few people know about, including many who suffer from it but have never had their symptoms properly diagnosed. Patients with restless legs syndrome describe a “crawling,” “burning,” or “tightening” sensation in their legs that is temporarily relieved by moving around …
Pulmonary Embolism Blockage of an Artery in the Lung A pulmonary embolism, is a blood clot that breaks off from the walls of a vein and travels through the circulation to the heart and eventually the lungs. The clot blocks the flow of blood to the lung tissue, which can result in serious complications and …
Perimenopause A Decline in Hormones Perimenopause is the period of time before menopause when menopausal symptoms are first noticed; it extends until one year after menopause occurs. Women who experience menopausal symptoms often notice them slowly increasing for several years before their menstrual period stops completely. Menopause is marked by a full 12 months without …
Using a Metered Dose Inhaler Drugs Go Directly to the Lungs Metered dose inhalers (MDIs) are used to treat asthma or other lung diseases. The inhalers deliver medication directly to the lungs, where it can be absorbed quickly and completely at the site where it is needed. MDIs are designed to deliver an exact amount, …
Mammography Best Way to Detect Breast Cancer Mammography is a process of photographing (imaging) the breast tissue. It does this by use of a special type of film and low-dose x-ray. This process is used to screen for or help diagnose breast diseases, especially breast cancer. A screening mammogram should be done every one or …
Lyme Disease Avoid Tick Bites Lyme disease is caused by the bite of a deer tick. The bite may result in the appearance of a small red area on the skin (about the size of a quarter) that fades in a day or so. When recognized and diagnosed in the early stages of infection, Lyme …
Types of Lupus Systemic Lupus Can Be Serious Lupus is a chronic, inflammatory disease characterized by the body’s immune system attacking its own cells and tissues. The cause is unknown, and there is no cure. Currently, more than one million Americans suffer from the disease, and more than 16,000 new casesare diagnosed each year. There …
Lung Cancer Symptoms Appear in Advanced Stages Cancer of the lung is the leading cancer killer in both men and women in the United States, causing more deaths than colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined. Over 350,000 people in the U.S. are currently living with lung cancer. In 2005, it is estimated that more than …
Kidney Stones Stones Often Cause Severe Pain Kidney stones can form when a high concentration of chemicals or minerals in the urine separate from the liquid and form small crystals. These substances, usually calcium oxalate, or uric acid, are waste products of the body. Small crystals are often able to pass through the urinary tract …