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The goal is to help increaserange of motionand flexibility. Ultrasound therapy should not, however, be used in certain situations or on particular parts of the body. There is also some some debate in physical therapy aboutwhether ultrasound really worksto help improve healing. UpperCut Images / Getty Images Ultrasound should not be the only treatment that you receive for your condition. In general, your rehab should focus on active movements like exercise....

This includes external (male) condoms and the less-commonly usedinternal (female) condoms. This article explains how condoms are used and their effectiveness. Both external and internal condoms can significantly reduce the risk of unintended pregnancy. Illustration by Zoe Hansen for Verywell Health They also have varying degrees of effectiveness in preventing different STIs, including HIV. Effectiveness in Preventing Pregnancy Short of abstinence, nomethod of birth controlis 100% perfect. However, when used correctly and consistently, condoms come pretty close....

Based on the nominal width, the manufacturer will assign a condom to one of five size groups. With that said, condom length tends to be less important than the condom width. (Theaverage erect penis lengthis between 5.1 and 6 inches.) Verywell / Alex Dos Diaz If you happen to have a very long penis, there are brands available like Caliber 3X. Condom Sizes There is no industry standard for how condom sizes are labeled....

Common symptoms include small, skin-colored bumps or clusters that may be itchy or cause discomfort. This article will explain genital wart symptoms, what they mean, and how to treat them. Thomas Barwick / Getty Images Could I Have Genital Warts? Thomas Barwick / Getty Images They can help differentiate between genital warts and other conditions. Symptoms in Women This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing....

Other times, confusion occurs suddenly and in response to an immediate medical problem. Confusion is a way to describe a symptom or group of symptoms. Recognizing Signs in Someone Else Recognizing confusion in others is straightforward when symptoms are severe. Frazao Studio Latino / Getty Images Signs include beingdisorientedand not knowing their name, where they are, or the correct month and year. Some forms may be reversible, such as dementia from B12 deficiency or a thyroid hormone imbalance....

Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a group of hereditary disorders that disrupt healthyadrenal glandfunctions. Thesalt-wastingform of congenital adrenal hyperplasia can be life-threatening if not treated immediately. What Causes Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia? Edwin Tan / Getty Images Congenital adrenal hyperplasia is resulting from a genetic mutation. Most people with CAH have a deficiency of the enzyme 21-hydroxylase. This deficiency leads to lower cortisol levels. This results in the overproduction of androgens and subsequentvirilization....

Congenital conditions and diseases are present before or at the time of birth. Causes In most cases, the cause of a congenital condition is unknown. When the cause is determined, it may be environmental, genetic, or a combination of both. JGI/Tom Grill/Blend Images Sometimes even with the right number of chromosomes, a gene on the chromosome is abnormal. For some conditions, likecystic fibrosis, a child gets the same defective gene from both parents....

Congenital hypothyroidism refers to a deficiency or lack of thyroid hormone that is present at birth. Usually,newborn screening testsidentify congenital hypothyroidism. This is due to the presence of some maternal thyroid hormone or residual thyroid function. Illustration by Emily Roberts for Verywell Health Congenital hypothyroidism is more common in infants who have congenital heart problems or Down syndrome. The routine test is usually followed up within two to six weeks after birth....

Pregnancy rhinitis isn’t linked to an infection or allergy and lasts for at least six weeks. This common condition is also called non-allergic rhinitis. Nasal symptoms because of pregnancy typically resolve within two weeks after you have your baby. baona / Getty Images It also looks at the prescription medications that are available to treat severe congestion during pregnancy. Rhinitis of Pregnancy It is common to have congestion during pregnancy....

KatarzynaBialasiewicz / Getty Images What Is Pathophysiology? Pathophysiology is the study of functional changes that happen with a particular disease or condition. What Is the Pathophysiology of Heart Failure? KatarzynaBialasiewicz / Getty Images What Is Ejection Fraction? The ejection fraction represents the percentage of blood pumped out of the left ventricle when the heart contracts. In a healthy heart, the ejection fraction ranges from around 52%74%. What Causes Congestive Heart Failure?...

Congestive heart failure (CHF) and heart failure are the same thing. This includes right-sided heart failure and left-sided heart failure. Verywell / Theresa Chiechi What Does Heart Failure Mean? Verywell / Theresa Chiechi The four stages of heart failure simply indicate how early or advanced the disease is. With that said, there are different types of heart failure characterized by the part of the heart affected. These can cause different symptoms and require different treatments....

Conjoined twins occur when identical twins have fused bodies before they are born. This condition has also been known as “Siamese twins,” now considered an inappropriate, outdated term. However, there are two theories about the possible causes of conjoined twins. Edwin Tan / Getty Images Conjoined twins are alwaysidentical twins. The main theory for conjoined twins is that this splitting process isn’t complete. The second theory for conjoined twins suggests that two separate embryos fuse together while they are developing....

In most cases, they are not co-occurring conditions, either. This article will explain the similarities and differences between BD and NPD, including their symptoms and underlying causes. It discusses treatment and self-care options for these conditions. martin-dm /E+/Getty Images martin-dm /E+/Getty Images What Are Bipolar Disorder and Narcissistic Personality Disorder? The mood changes may last weeks or longer. People diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder often demonstrate a sense of entitlement and a lack of empathy toward others....