Welcome S.C.T.C, here are Medical News Today's headlines for June 29, 2018. |
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Asthma |
Causes of shortness of breath during pregnancy Shortness of breath is a common problem during pregnancy. Doctors often attribute respiratory symptoms to the growing uterus pushing upward on the lungs and making it difficult to breathe. In this article, we look at several other potential causes. We also cover treatments and home remedies. |
Biology / Biochemistry |
Parkinson's may soon be treated with blood pressure drug New research shows that isradipine protects the neurons that are affected in Parkinson's disease. The findings pave the way for human trials. |
Blood / Hematology |
What is the normal chloride level? The chloride levels in the blood should be 96 and 106 milliequivalents per liter (MEq/L). High levels indicate hyperchloremia, while low levels indicate hypochloremia. These conditions can have many causes including severe dehydration. Treatment depends on the individual cause but may involve rehydrating. Learn more. |
Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine |
Why is there a pimple on my neck? A pimple can occur almost anywhere on the body, including the neck. Causes of a neck pimple include poor hygiene, rubbing the area, and hormone fluctuations. There are many over-the-counter treatments, but some people may need prescription medications. Learn more about pimples on the neck and how to prevent them, here. | Low B-12 and folate levels in mature adults 'of concern' Many mature adults have vitamin B-12 and folate deficiencies, a large study has found. Policymakers should address this issue and shield public health. |
Crohn's / IBD |
What is a gastrointestinal fistula and what causes one? A gastrointestinal fistula occurs when part of the digestive tract connects abnormally to the skin or another organ in the body. This severe condition often occurs after surgery and can cause complications such as malnutrition and severe pain. Learn about the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal fistulae here. |
Dermatology |
Why is there a pimple on my neck? A pimple can occur almost anywhere on the body, including the neck. Causes of a neck pimple include poor hygiene, rubbing the area, and hormone fluctuations. There are many over-the-counter treatments, but some people may need prescription medications. Learn more about pimples on the neck and how to prevent them, here. | What causes bellybutton pain during pregnancy? Bellybutton or navel pain is a common occurrence during pregnancy and has a variety of potential causes. Possible reasons for experiencing bellybutton pain include skin stretching, pressure from the growing uterus, and umbilical hernias. In this article, learn how to get relief and when to see a doctor. |
Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness |
Why is there a pimple on my neck? A pimple can occur almost anywhere on the body, including the neck. Causes of a neck pimple include poor hygiene, rubbing the area, and hormone fluctuations. There are many over-the-counter treatments, but some people may need prescription medications. Learn more about pimples on the neck and how to prevent them, here. |
GastroIntestinal / Gastroenterology |
What causes bellybutton pain during pregnancy? Bellybutton or navel pain is a common occurrence during pregnancy and has a variety of potential causes. Possible reasons for experiencing bellybutton pain include skin stretching, pressure from the growing uterus, and umbilical hernias. In this article, learn how to get relief and when to see a doctor. | What to know about annular pancreas An annular pancreas occurs when a rare congenital disorder affects the organ's development. This disorder causes the pancreas to grow in a ring around part of the small intestine, which can lead to blockages. In this article, we describe the symptoms, causes, and treatments, including surgery, for an annular pancreas. | What is a gastrointestinal fistula and what causes one? A gastrointestinal fistula occurs when part of the digestive tract connects abnormally to the skin or another organ in the body. This severe condition often occurs after surgery and can cause complications such as malnutrition and severe pain. Learn about the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal fistulae here. |
Immune System / Vaccines |
Inflammation: Old drug offers new hope When inflammation is out of control, it can cause significant damage to healthy tissue. A new study looks at how inflammation might one day be controlled. |
Mental Health |
How to regain pleasure in just about anything Are you bored of eating, drinking, and doing the same old things? There might be an easy way to enhance your enjoyment, a new study argues. |
Neurology / Neuroscience |
Parkinson's may soon be treated with blood pressure drug New research shows that isradipine protects the neurons that are affected in Parkinson's disease. The findings pave the way for human trials. | What causes a headache with nausea? Headaches and nausea are common complaints. When the two symptoms occur together, a range of health issues may be responsible, including migraines, the flu, a cold, dehydration, food allergies, or too much caffeine, nicotine, or alcohol. Here, we explore the causes, treatment, and prevention of a headache and nausea. |
Nutrition / Diet |
What to know about annular pancreas An annular pancreas occurs when a rare congenital disorder affects the organ's development. This disorder causes the pancreas to grow in a ring around part of the small intestine, which can lead to blockages. In this article, we describe the symptoms, causes, and treatments, including surgery, for an annular pancreas. | Low B-12 and folate levels in mature adults 'of concern' Many mature adults have vitamin B-12 and folate deficiencies, a large study has found. Policymakers should address this issue and shield public health. |
Pain / Anesthetics |
What causes bellybutton pain during pregnancy? Bellybutton or navel pain is a common occurrence during pregnancy and has a variety of potential causes. Possible reasons for experiencing bellybutton pain include skin stretching, pressure from the growing uterus, and umbilical hernias. In this article, learn how to get relief and when to see a doctor. | What causes a headache with nausea? Headaches and nausea are common complaints. When the two symptoms occur together, a range of health issues may be responsible, including migraines, the flu, a cold, dehydration, food allergies, or too much caffeine, nicotine, or alcohol. Here, we explore the causes, treatment, and prevention of a headache and nausea. | What do different types of contractions feel like? It can be difficult to know what to expect from labor contractions, especially during a person's first pregnancy. In this article, we provide a guide to help soon-to-be-parents understand what types of contractions to expect as pregnancy progresses. We also cover how to cope with the pain and when to see a doctor. |
Parkinson's Disease |
Parkinson's may soon be treated with blood pressure drug New research shows that isradipine protects the neurons that are affected in Parkinson's disease. The findings pave the way for human trials. |
Pharma Industry / Biotech Industry |
Prostate cancer: New drug for aggressive, resistant cases Enzalutamide reduced metastasis or death risk by 71 percent in phase III trial of castration-resistant nonmetastatic prostate cancer with escalating PSA. |
Pregnancy / Obstetrics |
What causes bellybutton pain during pregnancy? Bellybutton or navel pain is a common occurrence during pregnancy and has a variety of potential causes. Possible reasons for experiencing bellybutton pain include skin stretching, pressure from the growing uterus, and umbilical hernias. In this article, learn how to get relief and when to see a doctor. | Causes of shortness of breath during pregnancy Shortness of breath is a common problem during pregnancy. Doctors often attribute respiratory symptoms to the growing uterus pushing upward on the lungs and making it difficult to breathe. In this article, we look at several other potential causes. We also cover treatments and home remedies. | What do different types of contractions feel like? It can be difficult to know what to expect from labor contractions, especially during a person's first pregnancy. In this article, we provide a guide to help soon-to-be-parents understand what types of contractions to expect as pregnancy progresses. We also cover how to cope with the pain and when to see a doctor. |
Prostate / Prostate Cancer |
Prostate cancer: New drug for aggressive, resistant cases Enzalutamide reduced metastasis or death risk by 71 percent in phase III trial of castration-resistant nonmetastatic prostate cancer with escalating PSA. |
Psychology / Psychiatry |
How to regain pleasure in just about anything Are you bored of eating, drinking, and doing the same old things? There might be an easy way to enhance your enjoyment, a new study argues. |
Respiratory |
Causes of shortness of breath during pregnancy Shortness of breath is a common problem during pregnancy. Doctors often attribute respiratory symptoms to the growing uterus pushing upward on the lungs and making it difficult to breathe. In this article, we look at several other potential causes. We also cover treatments and home remedies. |
Seniors / Aging |
Low B-12 and folate levels in mature adults 'of concern' Many mature adults have vitamin B-12 and folate deficiencies, a large study has found. Policymakers should address this issue and shield public health. |
Surgery |
What to know about annular pancreas An annular pancreas occurs when a rare congenital disorder affects the organ's development. This disorder causes the pancreas to grow in a ring around part of the small intestine, which can lead to blockages. In this article, we describe the symptoms, causes, and treatments, including surgery, for an annular pancreas. | What is a gastrointestinal fistula and what causes one? A gastrointestinal fistula occurs when part of the digestive tract connects abnormally to the skin or another organ in the body. This severe condition often occurs after surgery and can cause complications such as malnutrition and severe pain. Learn about the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal fistulae here. |
Women's Health / Gynecology |
Causes of shortness of breath during pregnancy Shortness of breath is a common problem during pregnancy. Doctors often attribute respiratory symptoms to the growing uterus pushing upward on the lungs and making it difficult to breathe. In this article, we look at several other potential causes. We also cover treatments and home remedies. | What do different types of contractions feel like? It can be difficult to know what to expect from labor contractions, especially during a person's first pregnancy. In this article, we provide a guide to help soon-to-be-parents understand what types of contractions to expect as pregnancy progresses. We also cover how to cope with the pain and when to see a doctor. |
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