Emergency Medicine

Pain in chest when smoking: What to know
Smokers may experience chest pain due to the smoke's effect on the lungs or heart. Learn more here.
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What to know about scaphoid fractures
A scaphoid fracture is a break of the scaphoid bone in the hand, which sits on the inside of the wrist. It is one of the most common fractures of the…
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What to know about locked-in syndrome
Locked-in syndrome is a rare neurological disorder. It causes total paralysis in all voluntary muscles, except the eyes. Learn about causes and…
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What to know about mango allergy
People experiencing an allergic reaction to mangoes may experience symptoms such as a rash and itching. Learn more.
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What to know about pineapple allergy
A pineapple allergy is an allergic reaction. Symptoms include skin rashes, itching, and a person's mouth, lips, or tongue swelling.
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Cerebellar stroke: What to know
A cerebellar stroke occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain called the cerebellum is interrupted. It is rare and may have life threatening…
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Broken arm: Symptoms, causes, pictures and treatment
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What to know about arachnoid cysts
Arachnoid cysts are fluid-filled sacs that occur in the brain or spinal cord. Most cysts do not cause symptoms or require treatment.
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Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC): What to know
Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is a serious condition that causes high amounts of blood clotting, followed by bleeding.
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Rehabilitation for stroke: What to know
Stroke rehabilitation helps people relearn important skills they may have lost. It focuses on physical therapy alongside many other therapy types…
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What to know about cyanide poisoning
A person may accidentally inhale or ingest cyanide. Cyanide poisoning is a medical emergency, and immediate treatment is essential. Learn more here.
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What to know about decompression sickness
Decompression sickness occurs due to a rapid reduction of pressure following exposure to high pressure. Learn more here.
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What to know about diffuse axonal injury
Diffuse axonal injury (DAI) is a severe type of traumatic brain injury. Learn more about DAI, including its symptoms and grading.
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What is cauda equina syndrome (CES)?
CES is a medical emergency resulting from the compression of the cauda equina. It can cause paralysis in the lower body. Learn more about CES here.
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Lacunar stroke: What to know
Lacunar stroke affects the small blood vessels, or arteries, deep in the brain. They can have serious health implications. Learn more here.
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All about autonomic dysreflexia
Autonomic dysreflexia (AD) is a life threatening condition resulting from a spinal cord injury. Learn more about autonomic dysreflexia here.
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What are the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke?
Heat exhaustion and heatstroke are both serious heat-related illnesses that cause similar symptoms. Learn about how they differ here.
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What to know about corneal abrasion
A corneal abrasion, or scratched eye, is an eye injury caused by a scratch or scrape on the cornea's surface. Contact lenses, fingernails, and foreign…
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What to know about diabetic shock
Diabetic shock occurs when a person’s blood sugar levels become dangerously low. Learn more about this condition and its treatment.
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What is the normal range for troponin levels?
Troponin levels in the blood are usually very low. Very high levels usually indicate that a person has recently had a heart attack. Learn more here.
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What is the difference between diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state?
Diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state are two serious complications of diabetes. Learn more about the similarities and…
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Diabetes and COVID-19: When to go to the hospital
At what point should a person with diabetes go to the hospital with COVID-19? Learn more about the two conditions and when a person may require…
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What is a HEART score?
Doctors use a HEART score as a diagnostic tool to identify people with an increased risk of experiencing a major cardiac event. Physicians developed…
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What can cause a bump on the back of the head?
A bump or lump on the back of the head is often due to an injury. Other possible causes include cysts, fatty growths, inflamed hair follicles, and…
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What to know about drugs and liver damage
More than 1,000 medicines, compounds, and herbal and dietary supplements can cause liver damage. This process is known as drug-induced liver injury…
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Pyloric stenosis: Symptoms and treatment
Pyloric stenosis occurs when the valve connecting the stomach to the intestines narrows, preventing food and water from getting through. Learn more…
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Erythrodermic psoriasis: What you need to know
Erythrodermic psoriasis is an inflammatory type of psoriasis that can cause a red, peeling rash to spread across the body.
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What is neurogenic shock? Symptoms, causes, and more
Neurogenic shock is a life threatening condition that can happen after a spinal cord injury. Learn more about neurogenic shock here.
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What is brain herniation, and how do doctors treat it?
Brain herniation happens when brain tissue changes position in the skull, increasing the pressure in this part of the body. Learn more here.
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10 common poisonous plants and how to identify them
Poisonous plants can cause rashes if a person touches them. They can also cause gastrointestinal symptoms if a person eats them. Learn more here.
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Nicotine poisoning: What are the symptoms, and can you overdose?
Nicotine poisoning can cause dizziness, vomiting, and severe cases respiratory failure. Learn more about its causes, effects, and treatment.
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What is dry drowning and what are the symptoms?
Dry drowning is an outdated term. It refers to breathing problems that result when liquid causes the voice box to spasm. The condition can be…
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Ovarian torsion: Everything you need to know
Ovarian torsion is when an ovary twists around its own ligaments. People should seek urgent medical care for ovarian torsion. Learn more here.
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What to know about cardiac tamponade
Cardiac tamponade is a fluid buildup around the heart that constitutes a medical emergency. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of cardiac…
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What causes Fournier's gangrene?
A look at Fournier's gangrene, a potentially life-threatening form of necrotizing fasciitis. Included is detail on diagnosis and the outlook.
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What to know about the warning signs of stroke in males
Strokes tend to be more common in younger males than females. Read on about the signs and symptoms, when to call a doctor, risk factors, and more.
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Western vs. Eastern medicine: What to know
Western medicine treats symptoms, while Eastern medicine refers to methods that focus on the person, not just the symptoms. Read more about the…
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What is the difference between a cardiac arrest and a heart attack?
Cardiac arrest and heart attack are two distinct conditions that people may confuse. They affect the heart in different ways. Learn more.
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How to treat a broken toe, and how to know if it is broken
Click here to learn how to recognize the symptoms of a broken toe, find out what treatments can help, and get some tips for preventing injury to the…
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How can physical therapy help?
Physical therapy aims to help people maintain, recover, or improve their physical ability. Learn more.
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Emergency Medicine

Pain in chest when smoking: What to know

What to know about scaphoid fractures

What to know about locked-in syndrome

What to know about mango allergy

What to know about pineapple allergy

Cerebellar stroke: What to know

Broken arm: Symptoms, causes, pictures and treatment

What to know about arachnoid cysts

Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC): What to know

Rehabilitation for stroke: What to know

What to know about cyanide poisoning

What to know about decompression sickness

What to know about diffuse axonal injury

What is cauda equina syndrome (CES)?

Lacunar stroke: What to know

All about autonomic dysreflexia

What are the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke?

What to know about corneal abrasion

What to know about diabetic shock

What is the normal range for troponin levels?

What is the difference between diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state?

Diabetes and COVID-19: When to go to the hospital

What is a HEART score?

What can cause a bump on the back of the head?

What to know about drugs and liver damage

Pyloric stenosis: Symptoms and treatment

Erythrodermic psoriasis: What you need to know

What is neurogenic shock? Symptoms, causes, and more

What is brain herniation, and how do doctors treat it?

10 common poisonous plants and how to identify them

Nicotine poisoning: What are the symptoms, and can you overdose?

What is dry drowning and what are the symptoms?

Ovarian torsion: Everything you need to know

What to know about cardiac tamponade

What causes Fournier's gangrene?

What to know about the warning signs of stroke in males

Western vs. Eastern medicine: What to know

What is the difference between a cardiac arrest and a heart attack?

How to treat a broken toe, and how to know if it is broken

How can physical therapy help?