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What Are Tonsilloliths?

Angelica Giron, MD Lymphatic & Endocrine system

It is not unusual for some people to experience a dull sore throat or a lump in their throat or tonsils. The tonsils are a pair of glandular organs found on each side of the back of the throat, and sometimes people find some white debris lodged in these tissues. Some people cough out the white

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What Causes Red Spots On Legs?

Angelica Giron, MD Skin & Hair problems

There are many possible causes of red spots on the legs. Insect bites are a common cause, as well as allergic rashes and dermatitis. Depending on the underlying cause, various symptoms may accompany the appearance of red spots. If the spots are few and localized, they are probably not harmful

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Fluid Leaking From The Ears

Dhruv Gupta, MD Ear, Nose, Throat, and Dental problems

Any kind of fluid that leaks from the ear is referred to as otorrhea. Various conditions can cause this fluid discharge. Depending upon the underlying cause, the kind of fluid from the ears will also vary. The most common type of discharge is actually the wax that is built up inside the ear as a

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What Causes Non-Cardiac Chest Discomfort?

Angelica Giron, MD Gastrointestinal Disorders

There are many symptoms to describe non-cardiac pain or discomfort and different people may experience them in various ways. Some may describe their condition as a pressure/pain in the chest, pressure/pain in the upper abdomen, pressure/pain in the ribs, and so on. Some people complain that their

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What Causes Muscle Cramps?

Angelica Giron, MD Gastrointestinal Disorders

Muscle cramps are very common among adults and even for some children. Any muscle that is under voluntary control (called skeletal muscles) can experience a cramp, but those of the extremities, especially the legs and feet, are most commonly involved. A muscle cramp occurs when a muscle experiences

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What Causes Throat Pain?

Angelica Giron, MD Ear, Nose, Throat, and Dental problems

Sore throats are a common ailment that can be painful and annoying, but seldom serious in nature. Most sore throats are caused by minor illnesses that go away with minimal treatment. There are several conditions that can cause a sore throat. These include: Viral infections, such as a common cold

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Sudden Tachycardia Has Numerous Causes

Irfan Tariq, MD Cardiovascular Disorders and Diseases

The cause of an extremely rapid heartbeat, or tachycardia, can be any of the following disorders. Panic Attack A panic attack is a form of anxiety disorder, in which an individual experiences episodes of extreme and intense panic and fear. Any disturbances or changes in their usual routine can

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Post-Op Adhesions Are Shockingly Common

Irfan Tariq, MD Gastrointestinal Disorders

What Are Adhesions? Adhesions are fibrous bands usually formed due to injury during the surgery. These fibrous bands tend to create a sticky bond within the organ or between different organs. This adversely affects the normal functioning of the organs. Mechanism - How Are Adhesions Formed? The