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Signs and symptoms of hernia

Signs and symptoms of hernia may vary. It could be mild where one presents with a swelling which is usually not painful, appears during standing or coughing or straining and dissappears when lying down or pushed back with hand. Other may present with severe features like painful swelling to some extent cannot be touched,

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What Is Hernia

Do you know what is hernia? A hernia is the protrusion of an organ or the lining of an organ through the wall of the cavity, commonly abdomen that normally contains it. The common contents are part of intestine or abdominal fat tissue, lined by a thin membrane which will form hernial sac. It will [...]

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What is lockjaw disease?

Lockjaw diseaseĀ or trismus refers to any condition with reduced ability to open the mouth. A person with lockjaw temporarily (in some cases, permanently) loses the ability to open and/or close the mouth. Some cases of lock jaw can cause extreme pain and discomfort. When left untreated, lock jaw can permanently impair the motor functions of [...]

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The main cause of periodontal disease

The main cause of periodontal disease is bacteria in the form of a sticky, colorless plaque that constantly forms at the gum line of your teeth. Many other factors however can cause periodontal (gum) disease or influence its progression. Signs and Symptom Of Periodontal Disease Periodontal diseases range from simple gum inflammation to serious disease [...]

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What is Parkinson Disease

Parkinson Disease is one of the commonest neurological diseases affecting the elderly. Definition: It is due to damage to the brain cells resulting in the reduction of specific brain chemical (dopamine). Epidemiology: The prevalence of the disease increases with age. 4 key signs and symptoms for Parkinson disease *Tremor (trembling of hands, arms, legs, jaw [...]

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