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Medical infographic with male enlarged prostate disease problems

Enlarged Prostate (BPH): Symptoms, Causes, and BPH Treatment Options

| Key Highlights Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia is a common condition among aging men, with prevalence increasing with age. By age 50, over 50% of men will have BPH, and this increases to over 80% by age 80. BPH is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland without an increased risk of malignancy,…

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focal seizure symptoms adults epilepsy types treatment options explained

Neurology Seizure Disorder

Focal Seizure Symptoms in Adults – Epilepsy Types, Treatment Options, and More

Key Highlights Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder with recurrent seizures and is caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Focal seizure symptoms in adults and children differ; focal seizures originate in one brain area while generalized seizures involve widespread electrical disturbances. Diagnosis of epilepsy involves a thorough evaluation…

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Chronic Diseases Heart Health

Cardiomyopathy – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Implantable Devices

Highlights of Cardiomyopathy Cardiomyopathy affects the heart muscle, making it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body. There are different types of cardiomyopathy, including dilated, hypertrophic, and restrictive. A variety of factors, including genetics, infections, autoimmune diseases, certain medications, and lifestyle factors, such as alcohol abuse…

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Glaucoma eye drops side effects and optic nerve damage illustration

Eye Health Glaucoma

Glaucoma – Eye Drops Side Effects, Symptoms, Types, Treatment, and Surgery

Highlights Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases affecting the optic nerve, leading to vision loss and blindness. It can affect people of all ages but is commonly seen in the elderly above 60 years old. Increased intraocular pressure is a major risk factor for glaucoma, but it can develop…

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Thalassemia iron overload in red blood cells – types, symptoms, and treatments

Anemia Inherited disorder

Thalassemia Iron Overload – Types, Symptoms, Treatments and Risk Factors

Highlights of Thalassemia A thalassemia is a group of inherited hemoglobin disorders that affect red blood cells’ ability to transport oxygen due to insufficient production of alpha or beta-globin proteins. Symptoms of thalassemia vary based on severity, ranging from none to severe anemia, fatigue, enlarged organs, and bone deformities, with severe…

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Parkinson's disease motor symptoms — tremor, rigidity and bradykinesia in an elderly patient

Muscle problem Neurology Parkinsons Disease

The Best PD Treatment – Parkinson’s Disease Motor Symptoms, Risks and Diagnosis

Key Highlights of Parkinson's Disease 1. Parkinson’s disease is caused by degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons. 2. Common Parkinson's disease motor symptoms include resting tremors, bradykinesia (slowness of movement), muscle rigidity, and postural instability, impacting a person’s ability to move and perform daily activities. 3. Parkinson’s disease is typically diagnosed in…

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Doctor explaining untreated prostate cancer risks to a male patient

Cancer Men's Health

Understanding Prostate Cancer – Causes, Risks, Diagnosis, and Treatment

What is Prostate Cancer? Prostate cancer develops in the prostate, an important part of the male reproductive system. The prostate gland lies below the bladder, surrounds the urethra, and is in front of the rectum. The prostate gland secretes fluid that mixes with semen during ejaculation. Prostate cancer, besides…

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Senior female patient during an eye exam before modern cataract surgery, showing cataract clouding that causes blurry vision, light sensitivity and poor night vision

Eye Health

Modern Cataract Surgery: Causes, Symptoms & Recovery

What is a Cataract? Cataract is a common eye condition characterized by the clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which is responsible for focusing light on the retina to produce clear vision. This clouding effect is similar to looking through a foggy or frosted window and can significantly impair one’s ability to…

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IBS triggers and symptoms shown in a woman with abdominal pain and bloating

Digestive Health Health & Wellness

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Triggers and Symptoms: Causes, Treatment

Highlights of Irritable Bowel Syndrome Irritable Bowel Syndrome(IBS) is one of the most commonly diagnosed gastrointestinal diseases and is seen in 10% to 15% of people in the United States. IBS triggers and symptoms include recurring abdominal cramping, changes in bowel habits, and variations in stool consistency (diarrhea, constipation, or both).…

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Gallstone treatment without surgery options for cholelithiasis explained

Digestive Health Gall Bladder

Gallstones (Cholelithiasis) – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Without Surgery

What is Gallstones? Gallstones are small, solid particles or formations that develop in the gallbladder, a small organ located just beneath the liver. These formations are primarily composed of cholesterol or bilirubin. These are two substances found in bile, a digestive fluid produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder. Cholelithiasis…

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