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Feb 12, 2026
Radiofrequency nerve ablation uses targeted radiofrequency energy to gently heat specific sensory nerves and block pain signals coming from the facet joints in the neck or back. It’s usually recommended after diagnostic medial branch blocks confirm facet‑mediated chronic pain. The procedure is done on an outpatient basis with fluoroscopic...
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Feb 8, 2026
Many people use the term adrenal fatigue to describe prolonged, unexplained tiredness that follows long periods of stress. It isn’t an official medical diagnosis, but the most helpful recovery approaches build steady routines: consistent sleep (an earlier bedtime plus regular morning light), evenly timed meals to keep blood sugar stable,...
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Feb 4, 2026
Treatment for atrial fibrillation focuses on three practical goals: control the heart’s rate, restore or preserve a normal rhythm, and prevent stroke. Common medications include beta‑blockers or nondihydropyridine calcium‑channel blockers for rate control, antiarrhythmic drugs to help maintain rhythm, and anticoagulants such as DOACs or...
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Feb 1, 2026
A gastric balloon is a temporary, soft silicone device placed into the stomach through the mouth using an endoscope and sedation. Once in place it’s filled with saline so it takes up space, reduces stomach volume, and helps you feel full sooner so meals are smaller. The procedure is minimally invasive, usually done as an outpatient visit, and...
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Jan 28, 2026
A heavy or pressured feeling low in the belly usually points to a pelvic or abdominal issue. Common causes include menstrual bloating, constipation, urinary tract infections, fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, early pregnancy, and weakened pelvic‑floor muscles. You might feel anything from a dull, dragging ache to sharp, focused pain, often...
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Jan 25, 2026
The best approach depends on the person. Care usually begins with non‑surgical treatment: acetaminophen or NSAIDs, graded physical therapy, gentle aerobic activity, heat and pacing, and stress‑reduction. Short, carefully supervised courses of opioids or neuropathic medicines may be used for severe flares. When conservative care fails, targeted...
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Jan 21, 2026
Shorter, darker days and colder weather shift your internal clock, increasing melatonin and making mornings tougher. Reduced morning light and lower vitamin D production blunt alertness and can drag down mood. People also move less, favor heavier comfort foods, and pick up more minor illnesses — all of which sap energy. Late sleep timing and...
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Jan 18, 2026
A practical winter immune plan starts with nutrient-rich foods, steady sleep, stress management, proper hydration, and thoughtful supplements. Focus on vitamin C (citrus, broccoli), vitamin A (sweet potatoes, dark greens), vitamin E (nuts, avocado), omega‑3s (fatty fish, walnuts), and a daily source of protein to support immune cell production....
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Jan 14, 2026
Eye strain headaches most often come from prolonged near focusing and reduced blinking during long periods of screen or close-up work. That constant focus tires the ciliary muscle and can irritate the eye’s surface. People usually describe a dull, spread-out ache behind or around the eyes, sometimes with blurred vision, dryness, or soreness...
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