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This article will review the various causes and features of chest pain. Read on to learn about when to be concerned. These conditions may be life-threatening and require emergency attention. dragana991 / Getty Images Heart Attack Pain Perhaps the most worrisome cause of chest pain is a heart attack. People experience heart attacks differently, but the most common symptom is chest discomfort. It’s often in the center or left side of the chest....

A chest wall recurrence is when breast cancer returns after receivingtreatment. In some cases, the term “locoregional"is used. If a chest wall recurrence is localized, it is referred to as a nonmetastatic breast cancer recurrence. FatCamera / Getty Images Lisa Fought Breast Cancer for 8 Years. Always discuss any new or worrisome symptoms with your healthcare provider. Medically, this is referred to as discordance of a tumor. It will also be prescribed if the tumor has metastasized to distant areas of the body....

Black peppers contain terpenes, a throw in of aromatic compound found incannabisand other plants. However, the research on the link between peppercorns and weed-induced anxiety is limited. These studies have generally been carried out in animal populations. Photo Illustration by Amelia Manley for Verywell Health; Getty Images I imagine it would be very unpleasant to eat very many. What Causes Cannabis-Induced Anxiety? Sera said that the amount of THC in the products may also contribute to how much anxiety someone feels....

Both varieties have much to offer regarding their nutrients, health benefits, and culinary versatility. Fiber is a critical nutrient that supports heart health,digestive health, and blood sugar regulation. Absorption Chia seeds and flaxseed are both sold in whole and ground form. CasarsaGuru / Getty Images Research has found that both seeds are better absorbed when consumed ground. Ground seeds may also be more easily digested than whole seeds for some people....

Chickenpoxis a viral infection sparked by thevaricella zostervirus (aherpesvirus). It causes symptoms like blisters, rashes,fever, and more. It is transmitted easily through contact with other people who have an active chickenpox infection. FatCamera / Getty Images The infection lasts between five and 10 days and is normally mild. However, some people with chickenpox experience serious health issues. FatCamera / Getty Images What Is the Chickenpox Vaccine? There are several types of vaccines....

It resulted in the largest uncontrolled release of radiation (iodine-131, cesium-134 and cesium-137) in history. This article discusses them and their health impacts in adulthood. Weather patterns played a role in how the radioactive particles dispersed. Yuri Kozyrev / Getty Images About 60% of it fell on Belarus. It affected parts of Russia and northwest Ukraine before drifting into Poland and other European nations. That led to heightened radiation doses....

Children’s cold medicines won’t help your child get over a cold faster but may help ease symptoms. They also won’t keep a cold from turning into anear infection, asinus infection, orpneumonia. Children’s cold medicines are used for symptom relief and increased comfort. Imgorthand/E+/Getty Images Accidental overdoses of OTC cold medicines have led to death in children under 2. If your child has a cough, use a cough suppressant. If they have a fever, use a fever reducer, and so on....

Though both treatments have the same goals, there are key differences between them. This article highlights the differences between chiropractic treatment and surgery for a herniated disc. Practiced by chiropractorstrained and licensed professionalsthis nonsurgical approach is a longstanding therapy for chronic pain and mobility issues. May_Chanikran / Getty Images How Does It Work? At its core, the goal of chiropractic therapy is to encourage and support the bodys natural healing processes....

However, their services may differ in the scope of techniques and treatments. For example, a chiropractor can help recover from acute back orneck painthrough joint manipulation. The reasons for seeing one over the other depend on the nature of your injury. leezsnow / Getty Images A PT also assesses and treats acute spinal problems, but they may not approach treatment the same way. Your therapist can work with you to improve your ability to perform your day-to-day work and recreational activities....

Chlamydiais asexually transmitted infection (STI)that often presents without symptoms. People between the ages of 15 and 24 are the most likely to contract the infection. Roughly two-thirds of chlamydia cases are found in people that belong to that age group. Ashley Cooper/Getty Images This article discusses facts and statistics that you should know about this STI. People may be unaware that they have symptoms, making it easier to spread. How Common Is Chlamydia?...

Chlamydiasymptoms typically depend on the parts of the body where the sexually transmitted infection (STI) occurs. In some cases, the infection can be present for months or years before it is finally detected. During this time, other partners may become infected. © Verywell, 2018 Annual Screening for Chlamydia Most people who have chlamydia feel fine. Such complications are largely preventable through regular screening and prompt treatment. Delaying PID treatment increases the risk of infertility and ectopic pregnancy by nearly threefold....

The infection may also be passed vertically (from the pregnant person to the baby) during delivery. It is sometimes referred to as a silent infection for this reason. Studies suggest that 5% to 30% of females with chlamydia will have symptoms. FatCamera / Getty Images It may take weeks from exposure to chlamydia for symptoms to develop. They will be able to arrange tests to confirm if you have the infection....

Even though chlorthalidone and hydrochlorothiazide are structurally similar compounds, they are quite different. They differ in their dosing regimen, potency (strength), duration of action, and side effects. There is also a huge difference in the prescription ratio of these drugs. Getty Images / Fiordaliso HCTZ is the preferred choice in most cases. Thiazide diuretics have been commonly used as first-line agents for the treatment of hypertension. They have proven effective at lowering blood pressure, being safe, and being low cost....