Signs of Shingles: Herpes Zoster
Shingle is an infection that usually produces a painful skin rash, but the painful tingling sensations which characterize the condition can also occur when no rash is present. Shingles are caused...
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What is Trigeminal Neuralgia?
...facial pain * Pain that lasts from a few seconds to minutes * Episodes that can occur multiple times a day * Pain that typically affects either the right or...
Keyhole Surgery
...any of the following symptoms are experienced following a laparoscopy:110 Fever or a temperature of 38 C / 100 F Severe pain that keeps getting worse Any pain, redness, swelling,...
What is Unstable Angina Pectoris?
...People with chest pain should take GTN (spray, tablet or capsule) under the tongue. If the pain continues or gets worse, the person needs to urgently go to the emergency...
What is Nephrolithiasis (Kidney Stones)?
...inpatient and outpatient treatment of kidney stones. Painkillers, such as morphine may be used to control severe pain; moderate or mild pain can be controlled with acetaminophen or codeine. Antibiotics...
What is Kyphoplasty: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...cause the following symptoms: Sudden onset of back pain Severe back pain that seems to get worse over time Pain that gets worse when standing up or walking Pain that...
Aortic Valve Replacement
...be performed using minimally invasive methods or those that do not require a huge incision in the chest. Who Should Undergo and Expected Results Aortic valve replacement surgery is recommended...
What is Pericardial Effusion?
...there is a large amount of fluid. Signs of pericardial effusion may include:[1][2][3] Chest pain Rapid heartbeat Feeling lightheaded Fainting Pericardial effusion can be caused by almost any disease or...
What is Decortication: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...fever, shortness of breath, dry cough, and chest pain. When pneumonia does not improve with treatment, empyema is usually suspected. In some cases, the formation of fibrous peel overlaying on...
What is Nonbacterial Prostatitis?
...a diagnosis of exclusion. **Symptoms of NBP** * Pelvic pain and discomfort * Painful or frequent urination * Difficulty starting or stopping urination * Testicular pain or tenderness * Painful...