The term neuralgia refers to a combination of two words "neuro" meaning relating to nerves and "algesia" meaning sensitivity to pain. Neuralgia therefore describes pain
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Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition that affects the production and flow of mucus within the lungs and digestive system. As a result, the passage
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Fibromyalgia has a worldwide presence affecting nearly 1 in 20 people globally. In the United States nearly 2–10% of the general population of all ages
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Breath-holding spells are an involuntary reflex that commonly occurs among children, especially those aged under six years. They occur in around 5% of otherwise healthy
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Exercise or other physical activity can trigger asthma-related symptoms. Symptoms usually occur during or right after physical activity. However, if asthma is under control, exercise
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Scarlet fever, unlike a century ago, has reduced in its severity and intensity. In the 1800’s for example there were severe epidemics of this disease
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Social phobia, or social anxiety disorder, is an often overlooked but very common mental disorder. Incepting from shyness, the disorder can affect the performance of
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Dystonia refers to a range of movement disorders characterized by muscle spasms and contractions. The contractions may be sustained or intermittent and are often awkward
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Patients who are diagnosed with repetitive strain injury or RSI need to work towards early detection and prevention of the activity that aggravates their condition
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Vomiting may lead to several complications, especially if it is recurring over a period of hours or days. Some of the complications associated with repeated
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