Sore swelling gums are caused by poor oral hygiene that leads to dental condition. Swelling gums is a symptom of some underlying diseases that needs to be treated. Unhealthy gums can bleed and will release pus caused by certain infections. In most cases, it is usually bacterial in nature. Causes of sore swelling gums Gingivitis […]
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Ankle swelling or edema is caused by fluid accumulation in the body, usually in an area around the ankles, legs and feet. It happens due to consumption of foods high in sodium and carbohydrate contents, trauma or injury to the area of the ankles, retention of water and pregnancy. When there is bumping, twisting and
Gout is a form of arthritis that triggers intense abrupt pain, redness and swelling in the involved joint and usually affects the great toe, ankle and the knee. In some cases, it can also affect the fingers, elbow and other joints in the body. Gout is caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals. Once
Restless leg syndrome is a condition with unpleasant sensations of tingling, crawling and prickling felt in the lower leg and can be relieved when walking and strolling. This syndrome is considered as a common sleep disorder because it usually happens during night time and can cause disruption while sleeping. Elderly people particularly women are highly
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Barometric pressure is also known as the air pressure or atmospheric pressure which can change on the weather condition or altitude. Barometric pressure headaches occur due to changes in the atmospheric pressure and classified into non-migraine and migraine type of headaches. The pain tends to vary from person to person and usually depends on the
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Anybody can experience pain and fatigue in the legs and usually common when engaging in extensive activities, standing for long periods of time, doing physical exercise and walking long distances. Normally, this condition can be relieved after taking some time to rest. If there is fatigue and pain in the legs for a long period
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Hangnails are small torn pieces of skin near the nail and it is a common problem and anyone has experienced it. Hangnails cause pain especially when they tangle in the clothing. Hangnails happen when the skin found around the nails becomes dry and is common during winter months. There are factors that can cause hangnails
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The skin sensation of numbness, “pins and needles” or a “burning”, “creeping” or “tingling” sensation that can be felt on the skin is called “paresthesis”. The sensations begin with tingling and changes to numbness and these symptoms are caused by damaged, certain conditions or an injured sensory nerve. Causes of burning pain in the forearm
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The upper back is composed of the thoracic spine, two scapulas, ribs and the muscles that are connected to them. Pain felt in the upper back is called thoracic pain which is the area where the thoracic spine is located and the area between the lower back and the neck are affected. Pain that is
Tightness in the lower back is a common issue experienced by many individuals all over the world. Some people can experience backache at some point in their lifetime. Tightness in the lower back is caused by spasm of back muscles. Tightness in the lower back can be caused by strain, overuse and back muscles that
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