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Calcific tendonitis results from the buildup of calcium in the shoulder, causing pain and limited range of motion. Symptoms can often be treated with physical therapy to restore the shoulder’s range of motion and improve rotator cuff strength. This article reviews physical therapy exercises for calcific tendonitis and the general recovery timeline. Location and Pain Sensation of Calcific Tendonitis Calcific tendinitis most commonly causes a dull ache in the shoulder that worsens with movement of the arm and limits the range of motion of the shoulder....

Cardene (nicardipine) is a calcium channel blocker that is used most often to treat hypertension, stable angina, and Prinzmetal’s angina caused by spasm of the coronary arteries. Nicardipine is a member of the dihydropyradine family of calcium channel blockers, which means its major effects are concentrated on the blood vessels rather than on the heart itself. It is available in capsule form and intravenous form. Uses Nicardipine is a member of a large class of drugs known as the calcium channel blockers....

Awareness has been growing about the potential risk of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a chronic brain illness. CTE seems at least partly to be caused by various forms of repeated head injury. Such repeated injuries may result from military service or from contact sports, like American football. There is much that researchers still do not understand the exact causes of CTE, and the particular factors that put people most at risk....

Crohn’s disease is an immune-mediated condition that causes inflammation in the body, primarily in the digestive system. Some hallmark symptoms are fatigue, diarrhea, unintended weight loss, and abdominal pain. There can be many other symptoms too, and people with Crohn’s disease are at risk of developing other conditions. It’s estimated that nearly 790,000 people live with Crohn’s disease in the United States. Once thought of as a disease that affects primarily White populations, it is increasingly being understood to be a global disease, affecting people of all nationalities and ethnicities....

Schizophrenia is a heterogeneous condition characterized by a range of different symptoms. One very challenging symptom to manage is disorganization. Disorganization impairs a person’s ability to collect and organize their thoughts. It also greatly disrupts speech, making it very difficult to communicate. Disorganization can also manifest as inappropriate or unpredictable behavior. These symptoms can make it very challenging for people with schizophrenia to work with others and interact in social settings....

What Is Doxil? Doxil (doxorubicin liposome) infusion is an intravenous (IV) chemotherapy medication used to treat different types of cancer, including: Ovarian cancer AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma Multiple myeloma Doxil is a type of chemotherapy in which the chemotherapy particles are covered in a fatty (liposomal) coating. This causes the medication to be broken down more slowly once it enters the body, allowing the chemotherapy to be more effective in reaching the cancerous tumor....

Imagine you’re the executive in charge of a project team. Your job is to think about the overall goals of the project and the objectives required to achieve the goals. Then, you’ll have to work with your team to put together a timeline and put your plans into action. It will be up to you to have all the supplies and personnel in place when you need them so that the process will flow seamlessly — meeting deadlines on time and on budget....

Pain in the hands and feet can result from problems with the joints, tendons, ligaments, or nerves. The symptoms can range from deep aches and sharp pains, to joint stiffness or burning sensations. There are a number of possible causes for these types of pain in the absence of trauma or sudden injury. Conditions including neuropathy, arthritis, fibromyalgia, and lupus are among them. This article explains what each of these conditions mean and why they can lead to pain in your extremities (feet and hands)....

Anxiety is a normal reaction that occurs when we experience stress. However, if it consistently and negatively impacts your life, it can be diagnosed as a mental health disorder. High-functioning anxiety isn’t a clinical mental health condition, but it is a form of anxiety. It can be difficult to spot high-functioning anxiety. From the outside, a person with high-functioning anxiety may appear driven, hardworking, and perfection-seeking. Unlike many people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), people with high-functioning anxiety are able to get things done and seem to handle situations well....

Chemotherapy and radiation are two of the most common and effective treatments for cancer, but they can weaken your immune system for months after treatment. That makes you vulnerable to illness and infection. This article will go over changes to the immune system after chemo and radiation, the risks of these treatments, what to do about treatment effects, and when to seek medical help. How Does Cancer Treatment Affect the Immune System?...

Foods containing fiber can provide a range of health benefits that can help manage type 2 diabetes. This important nutrient, found mainly in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes, plays a role in regulating blood sugar levels and can help prevent possible complications from diabetes, such as heart disease. Benefits of Fiber for Managing Diabetes Incorporating fiber-rich foods into a diet can help manage diabetes and decrease symptoms. For those with diabetes, an adequate amount of fiber may:...

Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) can be challenging to diagnose. Since it’s slow-growing, this condition may not cause symptoms for years. For that reason, the diagnosis of PMP often occurs during tests or treatments intended to diagnose other conditions. While a physical examination is never enough to diagnose PMP, it can be a helpful starting point to point your healthcare provider in the right direction. Moreover, if your healthcare provider suspects you have PMP, you will undergo diagnostic tests, such as computed tomography (CT) scan or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)....

Gluten sensitivity is a common problem involving an adverse reaction to gluten—a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. The primary treatment for gluten sensitivity from any cause is a change in diet. Several dietary recommendations have been used for gluten sensitivity treatment, including the gluten-free diet, FODMAPs, or a restricted α-amylase/trypsin inhibitors (ATI diet). Gluten sensitivity can be severe (as in celiac disease) or mild, as in non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS)....

When hypertension symptoms are present, they include dizziness, shortness of breath, headaches, and nosebleeds. But often, these and other symptoms of high blood pressure are often absent entirely. This and the potential severity of complications has given rise to hypertension’s reputation as a “silent killer.” Hypertension can cause heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure when not adequately treated—in some cases before it’s ever diagnosed. A hypertensive emergency, which is an uncommon and dangerous event, may cause blurry vision, nausea, chest pain, and anxiety....

Lactose is the natural sugar in milk and dairy foods. Your small intestine produces an enzyme called lactase to break this sugar down for digestion. When you don’t have enough of this enzyme to digest lactose, you can experience abdominal discomfort and digestive issues after eating dairy products like milk, ice cream, yogurt, and cheese. This is known as lactose intolerance. Lactose intolerance is not the same as a lactose allergy....

Meditation is a set of mental techniques that help train your attention and awareness. Meditation often involves concentrating on your breathing or on a particular phrase, object, or idea to create a calm, focused, and relaxed mental state. Meditation is an ancient practice with a rich cultural history. It has been used for thousands of years in Eastern medicine and traditions. Nearly every major religion—Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Judaism—incorporates some form of meditation into its religious practices....

Multiple sclerosis (MS) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are autoimmune diseases, conditions in which the immune system malfunctions and attacks healthy tissues. In MS, those attacks are directed at the myelin sheath that protects nerve cells. In RA, immune system attacks target the synovium—the lining of the joints. In MS, attacks on the myelin sheath cause damage that disrupts brain and spinal cord connections and leads to a wide range of symptoms....

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an inflammatory infection that affects the uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes. It is usually caused by the spread of a vaginal or cervical infection. Having an untreated sexually transmitted disease (STD) is one of the most common risk factors. PID symptoms aren’t always noticeable but can include vaginal discharge or pelvic discomfort. In some cases, it can lead to infertility or a fertilized egg implanting outside of the uterus (ectopic pregnancy)....

The use of cell phones has become an integral part of society. While cell phones have many benefits, many people have developed what some researchers consider an addiction to their phones that can have negative effects on well-being. According to some research, roughly 27.9% of young adults are addicted to their cell phones. Read on to find out more about how cell phone addiction is defined, the risks involved, and how to treat it....

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women aside from lung cancer. It is estimated that one in every eight women will develop invasive breast cancer in their lifetime. While there are certain risk factors that can’t be changed, such as genetics, studies published in 2014 have shown that certain lifestyle habits combined with other healthcare strategies can lower your risk. Lifestyle Changes Get Physical Physical activity may reduce your risk of breast cancer....