What is Rheumatic Fever?
...can cause many different symptoms, but the most common symptoms are fever and pain, and swelling of the joints. Other symptoms are chest pain, cough, shortness of breath, involuntary movements...
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What is Acute Otitis Media?
...to suffer from middle ear infections. Other conditions that cause swelling in the nose (such as allergies or swelling of the tonsils) may also make middle ear infections more likely...
Can You Get Sinusitis from Smoking?
...reduce the risk of sinusitis and other infections. Can smoking cause sinusitis or a sinus infection? Sinusitis is a sinus infection caused by sinus swelling. Viral, bacterial, or fungal infections...
What is Upper Arm Lift – Breast: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...swelling in your upper arms. The dressing and bandages will reduce the swelling, but there will still be a bit of discomfort. You will also be given medications to control...
What is Total Knee Replacement Surgery: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...in the joints and the underlying bone. Patients experience stiffness and pain in the major joints, including the knee. Over time, the swelling of the joint, the significant decrease in...
What is Asthma?
...a short time. In the body, an asthma attack is caused by swelling of the bronchial tubes, causing a sudden narrowing of the airways, which prevents air from entering the...
What is Systemic Lupus Erythematosus?
...severe symptoms than other people. Common symptoms are joint pain and swelling, tiredness, fever and a rash seen over cheeks and bridge of the nose (butterfly rash) which worsens with...
What is Liposuction: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...from sagging. The skin over the treated area will continue to sag even after a few days. It will take several months before the skin tightens. You can expect swelling...
What is Total Shoulder Replacement: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...complications. Common side effects and risks of total shoulder replacement include: Infection Pain Stiffness Swelling Nerve damage Tendon, ligament, or muscle damage Fracture Loose or malpositioned implants Recovery After Total...
Fasciotomy Purpose, Procedure, Effectiveness, and Side Effects
...herniation swelling recurrent ulcers discolored wounds itchy skin dry skin altered sensation around your wound People who require a fasciotomy have a high risk of rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney failure...