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Causes include ill-fitting contact lenses, infections like keratitis, and chemical injury. In some cases, this may be just a mild issue. In others, it may be severe enough to warrant treatment that may even require transplantation. mixetto / Getty Images mixetto / Getty Images Symptoms: How Does Corneal Pannus Look? This is a clear area that is usually free of blood vessels. So, with this, you may see branches of blood vessels in unexpected places....

The coronaryarteriessupply blood to the myocardium (heart muscle). This article will go over the anatomy of the coronary arteries. You will also learn about the coronary artery’s blood supply and how it helps the heart keep pumping. Patrick J. Lynch, medical illustrator:Licenses Why Are The Coronary Arteries Important? The coronary arteries have a very important job. This is called amyocardial infarction, or heart attack. The coronary arteries arise from the aorta (the bodys main artery) just beyond the hearts aortic valve....

Is a Calcium Scan Right for You? If youre uncertain about whether to undergo a calcium scan, begin by assessing your risk for heart disease. And ask your healthcare provider to help you. Cholesterol or blood pressure medication also might be options. A coronary calcium scan can give you an early heads-up that you are at risk. How the Test Is Performed Having a calcium scan is very much like having an X-ray....

Cortisol belly refers to the accumulation of belly fat brought on by chronic exposure to high levels of cortisol. Yet for some people, high levels ofcortisolcan lead to overeating and weight gain, notably in the abdomen. Stress, steroid use, and tumors can all cause cortisol levels to increase. Maria Korneeva / Getty Images Among other things, it helps regulate metabolism and your body’s response to stress. Excess cortisol stimulates glucose production....

Cortisone acne shots work quickly. Instead, they are reserved for large and/or deep acne nodules orcystsand work by shrinking tissues. The needle used for intralesional cortisone injections is much smaller than what is used forvaccinationsor blood draw. Andrew Brookes / Getty Images Discomfort during the injection typically only occurs if the pimple is very large and painful. To reduce pain, your dermatologist may numb the area with topical lidocaine before getting started....

Corydalisis an herbal supplement that some claim can help with pain and relaxation (sedation). Its scientific name isCorydalis yanhusuo.The corydalis plant has five to 15 purple-blue-hued flowers clustered together that curve outward. Its in thePapaveraceaefamily (commonly known as poppies). Verywell / Anastasia Tretiak That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says. What the Research Says Scientists have studied using corydalis for different health reasons. Often, it’s paired with other herbal supplements that claim to have health benefits....

This article discusses costochondritis, its symptoms, and how physical therapy can help you recover. Different modalities and maneuvers may be used to improve the way you move. These may include: Other treatments may be used to help decrease pain and inflammation. Verywell / Zoe Hansen These may includeheatto improve circulation and ice to decrease pain and swelling around inflamed tissues. Performing these procedures near your cardiac structures is not recommended....

Chest pain near thesternum(breastbone) is the primary symptom. It is sometimes severe enough for people to seek emergency care because it can mimic a heart attack. The cause of costochondritis is often unknown but may be the result of repetitive microtrauma to the chest wall. Verywell / Gary Ferster In their totality, symptoms like these are easily mistaken for aheart attack. These tiny breaks and cracks, called microtraumas, can cause scar tissue that makes joint cartilage less flexible....

Coughing can be a reflex, or an involuntary response. Most of the time, coughing is not something to worry about. It can, however, be a sign that you should probably see a doctor. nensuria / Getty Images This can be an effect of several health conditions, includingstroke,Parkinson’s disease, andmultiple sclerosis. Recap Your central nervous system and respiratory muscles work together to keep your airways clear. Cough Triggers There are several things that can activate your coughing reflex....

Coughing up blood from the lower respiratory tract, which is known ashemoptysis, can be a distressing symptom. But its important to understand that there are many reasons for this symptom besides serious illnesses like cancer. Hemoptysis should be discussed with a healthcare provider if experienced. Osobystist / Getty Images It can be life-threatening if large amounts of blood are being coughed up. In most cases of hemoptysis, no exact cause is ever found....

Hepatitis B Gua sha may be effective forhepatitis B, a virus-induced liver inflammation. Research has found that a two-day course of gua sha treatment decreased liver enzyme levels. Those participants reported a betterrange of motionafter using the technique. OLEKSANDRA TROIAN / Getty Images Sinus Pressure Gua sha may help movelymph fluidin the body, reducing inflammation and supporting immune system function. Fatigue and Insomnia Experts believe gua sha may help combatfatigueand sleep disorders likeinsomnia....

Heres what experts say about the potential untapped role of melatonin for eye health. What Is AMD? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common progressive eye disease people can get as they get older. Photo Illustration by Joules Garcia for Verywell Health; Getty Images It blurs yourcentral vision, which can make it harder to read, drive, and tell objects apart. AMD is the leading cause of vision loss in adults aged 65 and older....

Her workinvestigating how substances like nicotine interact with the bodys systemswas confined to the realms of academia. Ultimately, Moen joined a growing cohort of patients experimenting with nicotine patches as a treatment for long COVID. However, the smoking cessation aid is offering a glimmer of hope for many long COVID patients. Igor Alecsander / Getty Images But its also fraught with uncertainty. The potential benefits are intriguing, but the science is still very much in its infancy....