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Palliative care is derived from the word “palliate” which means “to allay or moderate.” What Is Comfort Care? Comfort care does not involve the treatment of an illness or disease. Brad Wilson / Getty Images Comfort care may also include providing emotional or spiritual support. In contrast, comfort care can be delivered even if the condition isn’t necessarily life-limiting. With comfort care, insurance coverage can continue as long as the treatment is deemed medically necessary....

The procedures aren’t your first line of defense against acne. Rather, they’re used to treat stubborn breakouts that aren’t improving with other treatments. In most cases, you’ll still use an acne treatment medication in addition to your acne surgery procedure. John Burke / Getty Images All of these treatments can be done at your dermatologist’s office as well as somemedical spas. In this case, your dermatologist may decide that blemish excision will be helpful....

Obstructions can develop over time, or quicklyas in an acute ruptureand cause potentially fatal heart attacks. It is very serious because brain cells deprived of oxygen begin to die very quickly. There are two types of strokes. Hero Images / Getty Images The most common is called anischemic strokeand is because of any lack of blood flow to the brain. A blood clot blocking a vessel, or embolic stroke, is one pop in of ischemic stroke....

This article explains the side effects ofantibiotics that are prescribedto children. It will also suggest ways to avoid some of these side effects. Boonchai Wedmakawand / Getty Images What Are Common Side Effects of Antibiotics in Children? Boonchai Wedmakawand / Getty Images Common antibiotic side effects may include: This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing. Reproduced with permission from DermNet New Zealandwww.dermnetnz.org2023. Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea Gettingdiarrhea after taking antibioticsis a common side effect in children....

Erythema migrans occurs in about 72% of people infected with Lyme disease. These symptoms occur in approximately 10% to 12% of people and often last for weeks or months. These can develop days to months after you’ve been bitten by a tick. Illustration by Joshua Seong. © Verywell, 2018. Arthritis After several months ofB. Meningitis WhenBorreliabacterium spreads through thelymphatic systemto the brain and spinal cord, it can lead tomeningitis. Lyme meningitis can cause fever, headache, stiff neck, and extreme sensitivity to light....

Blood tests are part ofroutine health screenings. Needing a blood test doesn’t necessarily mean that your healthcare provider suspects something is wrong. In many cases, blood tests are used to confirm that your health is good. TEK IMAGE / SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Getty Images This article breaks down common blood tests and explains what they mean. Thethyroid stimulating hormone(TSH) test is typically done first. High TSH typically means you havehypothyroidism....

We were surprised to find similar changes in those who only underwent radiation or surgery, Carroll told Verywell. They focused on cellular senescence, a process where cells stop dividing but dont die. Carroll emphasized that treatment effects vary greatly between individuals. Maskot / Getty Images These are factors that could be very protective long-term. If you are concerned about aging effects, talk to your healthcare provider about ways to manage side effects....

Itching refers to an unpleasant sensation that causes the need to scratchthe medical term for itching is pruritus. For some people, there is no visible rash associated with itching. Itching can be debilitating, especially at night when you are trying to sleep. Laura Porter / Verywell Laura Porter / Verywell Why Does Itching Occur? Itching and pain are closely-related sensations because the same nerves transmit both types of sensory signals to the brain....

Low back pain is about twice as common asneck pain. This article presents some of the reasons why your back and neck may hurt. Some common ones include: Acute vs. Stephanie Horrocks/Getty Images Pain lasting longer than three to six months is known as either chronic or persistent pain. Treatment can be important in preventing a transition from acute to chronic pain. Back pain can occur in the following areas:...

Anal burning and itching can be painful and interfere with work or daily activities. Treatments will depend on the cause but can include medications and lifestyle adjustments. boonchai wedmakawand / Getty Images 1. boonchai wedmakawand / Getty Images Hemorrhoids (Piles) Hemorrhoids, sometimes called piles, are a common condition. Stool Sometimes the cause of burning in and around the anus is brought on by stool. After a bowel movement, if the stool isn’t completely removed, it can irritate the skin....

Generalized weakness is one of the most commonmedical complaints of seniorsin the U.S. It is characterized by muscle weakness throughout the body. We call itruling outthe problems. NuriaE / Getty Images Causes Generalized weakness is most often related to fatigueor low blood pressure. It can be also be related to endocrine problems. The only way to fix the weakness is to treat the underlying cause. Usually, that means moving the patient out of the house....

Lower abdominal pain is commonly because of trapped gas or indigestion. Lower abdominal pain is a symptom, not a condition. If you are experiencing it, pay close attention to any other symptoms you may have. Verywell / Jessica Olah For example, pain felt on the lower right side of the abdomen is often associated withappendicitis. Acute vs. Acute pain may last several weeks. Anything that can’t be broken down, digested, or absorbed is excreted in bowel movements....

“Moon face” describes swelling that makes the face puffy and round, like a full moon. Moon face isn’t painful, but it can be stressful and affect self-esteem. When brought on by steroids, the swelling should go away if the medication is stopped. Illustration by Lara Antal for Verywell Health Corticosteroids Prednisoneand other corticosteroids can increase appetite, leading to weight gain. Fat deposits can also shift as a result of using these drugs....