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Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
#benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, #BPPV, #dizziness, #vertigo, #vestibular system, #semicircular canals, #canalith repositioning, #ear, #balance, #feeling dizzy, #spinning sensation, #unsteadiness, #feeling faint, #nausea, #feeling like vomiting, #vomiting, #ringing in the ear, #tinnitus, #hearing loss, #difficulty hearing
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) occurs when tiny particles called otoconia become dislodged from the balance organ of the inner ear (the vestibular system) and enter the semicircular canals. Otoconia are small crystals made of calcium carbonate, sometimes described as "ear stones." The main symptom is a spinning sensation that occurs with changes in head position. If you experience dizziness, please consult an ENT specialist.2026-06-26
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Breast Cancer
#Breast cancer, #Breast cancer surgery, #Breast reconstruction, #Robotic surgery, #Lymph nodes, #Breast cancer screening, #Inconclusive result, #Lymphedema, #Body swelling, #Face swelling, #Leg swelling, #Swollen hands and feet
Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in breast tissue, and it is one of the more common cancers in women. Surgical and reconstruction techniques continue to advance, and outcomes are generally good when the cancer is found early. If a breast screening shows an abnormal result, or if you notice a lump or a change in the skin, please see a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
#COPD, #chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, #airway obstruction, #smoking, #pulmonary function test, #bronchodilator, #smoking cessation, #emphysema, #dry cough, #persistent minor cough, #cough that will not stop
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung disease in which the airways (the passages through which air travels) gradually narrow, making breathing difficult. The leading cause is smoking. Airways that have narrowed are mostly not restored, so early detection and smoking cessation are especially important. If cough, sputum, or shortness of breath persists, please consult a pulmonology and allergy specialist.2026-06-26
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Osteoporosis
#osteoporosis, #bone density, #compression fracture, #menopause, #calcium, #vitamin D, #bisphosphonates, #fall prevention, #vertebral fracture, #femoral fracture, #dry cough, #persistent cough, #cough that won't stop
Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become weaker and can break easily even from a minor impact. There are often no symptoms, and it is frequently discovered only after a fracture occurs. The risk is higher in postmenopausal women and older adults, so regular bone density testing and preventive lifestyle habits are important. Please be sure to discuss treatment options with a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Osteoporosis in Patients with Asthma
#asthma, #osteoporosis, #steroids, #vertebral compression fracture, #bone density, #calcium, #vitamin D, #dry cough, #persistent cough, #cough that won't stop
Long-term use of steroid medications used to treat severe or chronic asthma can lead to osteoporosis. When osteoporosis becomes severe, a vertebral compression fracture can occur even with minor impact, so caution is needed. Please have regular bone density testing and follow up with a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Skin Aging
#skin aging, #photoaging, #wrinkles, #ultraviolet radiation, #aged skin, #dry skin, #hyperpigmentation
Skin aging refers to changes that occur in the skin over time, including wrinkles, reduced elasticity, and pigmentation changes. Sun protection and consistent skin care can help slow this process. If any new abnormality appears on the skin, please consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Statin-Associated Immune-Mediated Necrotizing Myopathy
#statin, #myopathy, #IMNM, #hyperlipidemia, #muscle weakness, #immunosuppression, #autoantibody, #CK
In rare cases, people taking a statin (a medication for hyperlipidemia) can develop immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy, in which muscle weakness continues even after the medication is stopped. If weakness in both thighs or shoulders continues for a week or longer while taking a statin, please be sure to consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26
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Structure and Function of the Kidneys
#kidney, #renal, #glomerulus, #renal tubule, #erythropoietin, #renin, #water balance regulation, #salt balance regulation, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swelling of the hands and feet
The kidneys are vital organs that filter the blood and remove waste products through urine. Beyond waste removal, the kidneys perform a range of functions, including regulating water and salt balance, controlling blood pressure, and stimulating red blood cell production. Understanding the structure and function of the kidneys can help you protect your kidney health. If a problem with kidney function is suspected, please be sure to consult a medical specialist.2026-06-26