Since then, LMBBS has been recognized as inaccurate. Complications from other symptoms, such as kidney problems, can become life-threatening. Like BBS, LMS is an inherited disorder. Corbis via Getty Images / Getty Images Causes of BBS and LMS Most cases of BBS are inherited. It affects both men and women equally but is not common. Typically, the parents themselves do not have LMS but carry the gene from one of their own parents....
What makes LDL so concerning? Why is it bad? High levels can causeplaqueto form in your arteries. Verywell / Jessica Olah Learning more about cholesterol and LDL helps you understand your health overall. The acute clogging can cause a heart attack or stroke, depending upon which artery is clogged. Constriction or blockages of blood flow lead to a veritable cascade of serious health conditions. This is measured using a blood test called a lipoprotein profile....
At the time, people feared that the health impact of radiation exposure fromX-rayscould pass down to their children. But after decades of research, theres no evidence to confirm this concern. Over the years, what weve seen is that really has not held up in human populations. Juan Algar / Getty Images The ADA isnt the first major association to recommend discontinuing the use of lead aprons. The American Association of Physicists in Medicine shared a similar position in 2019....
Can changing your diet ease pain, gas, constipation, diarrhea, and more? Leaky gut syndrome is not an official medical diagnosis. This can lead to digestive problems, nutrient deficiencies, autoimmune disorders, and other health issues. hxyume/Getty Images Fortunately, research shows making dietary changes can help to heal a leaky gut. This process is regulated by the size of the gaps (junctions) in the wall of your intestines. If the intestinal wall is damaged, cracks or holes can develop....
Leaky gut syndrome is not a recognized medical condition. There is no approved diagnosis or treatment method for it. The gut lining can become more permeable in various gastrointestinal conditions. skynesher / Getty Images. This permeability might be linked to abdominal pain, bloating, and diarrhea. Defining Leaky Gut Syndrome and Gut Permeability The organs of thedigestive systemhave an inner lining. That lining has many roles, including absorbing nutrients and other substances from foods and drinks....
Typically, you will see these codes on your Explanation of Benefits and medical bills. It’s important to understand these codes so you confirm that no mistakes were made in the billing process. This can potentially save you money, depending on your health coverage. DNY59 / E+ / Getty Images Your EOB is a window into your medical billing history. For example, millions of Americans have jot down 2 diabetes along with high blood pressure and high cholesterol....
Epinephrine auto-injectors don’t have a long shelf life It’s common for people with severefood allergiesto carry anEpiPen. The injection immediately opens the airways and relieves potentially life-threatening symptoms of severe allergic reactions likeanaphylaxis. EpiPens don’t last forever and need to be disposed of if used orexpired. Maskot / Getty Images If this happens, you’ve got the option to’t just toss them into the wastebasket. The devices need to be disposed of properly to prevent harm to others....
Receiving a diagnosis of Crohns disease during high school wasnt the best news I ever got. I wasnt too surprised, though, when my doctor told me why I was having severe digestive problems. Both myfather and older sister have Crohns. JJ Courtney The confirmation kicked off years of navigating ups and downs that led to where I am now. Crohns diseaseis an autoimmune disease, so my body mistakenly attacks its own tissues....
Most of the time, healthcare providers and their patients agree on when it is time toleave the hospital. Sometimes, though, you may have different ideas about what is best for you or a loved one. Sometimes a person decides to leave the hospital against a provider’s advice. Huntstock / Getty Images When this happens, the case is labeled a discharge “against medical advice” (AMA). This label is used in part to protect providers and the hospital from liability....
What Is a LEEP? This procedure takes around 20 minutes and is performed in your healthcare provider’s office underlocal anesthesia. Contraindications Severecervicitis(inflammation or infection of the cervix) is a contraindication to a LEEP. Verywell / JR Bee A LEEP is also not performed during pregnancy unless there is a high suspicion of cervical invasive cancer. While a LEEP can remove abnormal cervical cells, it is not a cure for HPV....
Instead, enhanced skills or difficulties have more to do with how the two sides of thebrainwork together. vm / Getty Images Left and Right Brain Differences The two hemispheres of thecerebrumserve different purposes. Neither side of the brain is more or less intelligent than the other, though. vm / Getty Images They each focus on different roles, such as creativity or logic. Additionally, they both work together to perform tasks and carry out functions....
What happens if the dominant side of your brain is affected by a stroke? A left-sidedstrokeis a stroke that damages the left side of thebrain. A stroke can beischemic(because of an obstruction) orhemorrhagic(because of bleeding in the brain). Verywell / Daniel Fishel A stroke is an emergency that requires immediate medical attention. Recovery may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Additionally, the accumulation of blood can cause further damage in nearby areas....
What Causes Leg Length Discrepancy? The downside of placing these larger implants is the lengthening of the limb. Computer-guided surgery is the operating room equivalent to driving with the help of a GPS system. Fertnig / Getty Images It shows your anatomy on a screen to help guide the positioning of the implants. Interestingly, many people with severe degenerativearthritis of their hip jointdevelop a leg length discrepancy over time. Your surgeon may correct this when a total hip replacement is performed....
