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Positively identifying a caffeine allergy requires an allergy test; however, after consuming a food or beverage containing caffeine, an individual may experience some signs of an allergic reaction or intolerance, says About.com. These symptoms include insomnia, nausea, diarrhea, headaches, hives and fast heart rate.
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Q: What is third-stage kidney failure?
A: In the third stage of kidney failure, an individual has a moderate amount of damage to the kidneys due to chronic kidney disease. DaVita Health Care Partners lists these symptoms as including fatigue, fluid retention, changes in urination, kidney pain and sleep problems. -
Q: What is a list of protozoan diseases?
A: Protozoan diseases include amoebiasis, African sleeping sickness and toxoplasmosis among many more. These diseases vary in intensity, source and duration and may affect the health of humans, plants and other living organisms. Some diseases caused by protozoa are relatively benign, while others are malignant and may be life threatening. -
Q: How does dyslexia affect math skills?
A: According to the International Dyslexia Association, dyslexia harms the ability of students to learn and apply math skills due to the effect of dyslexia on a person's verbal cognitive processes. According to the National Center for Learning Disabilities, dyslexia that affects mathematical skills can also be called dyscalculia. -
Q: What do spider veins look like?
A: Spider veins can look like the branches of a tree, a starburst pattern or individual thread-like streaks. They are web-like networks of blood vessels that appear on the feet or legs. Spider veins are caused by previously unseen veins near the surface of the skin becoming stretched out. -
Q: What happens when the body shuts down?
A: When a person's body shuts down, the person dies. Sleeping a lot, incontinence, disorientation, decreased body temperature, changes in breathing patterns, congestion and restlessness are some of the signs of the body shutting down. -
Q: How do you treat a slipped disc in the back?
A: According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, a slipped herniated disk is treated with nonsurgical or surgical methods. Nonsurgical treatments, such as bed rest, are most common. Other nonsurgical treatments that help to alleviate back pain are medication, injections and physical therapy. A small percentage of people with a slipped disk require spine surgery after nonsurgical methods fail to relieve severe discomfort. - See More Conditions & Diseases Questions
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Q: How long does a toothache last?
A: A toothache can cause severe pain indefinitely if it is not treated, according to the National Health Service of Britain. A toothache typically is caused by tooth decay and may progress to a dental abscess without treatment. -
Q: Why is popcorn bad for braces?
A: According to the University of Rochester Medical Center, patients with orthodontics need to avoid hard foods like popcorn because it can become lodged in the braces. Popcorn is even capable of breaking braces. -
Q: Where can I find dentists that accept Blue Cross Blue Shield?
A: Blue Cross Blue Shield provides an online national doctor and hospital finder on its website, which includes the ability to search for dentists, according to Blue Cross Blue Shield. This service conducts searches by proximity and by specialty, allowing users to find providers in the nearby community. -
Q: How long does dry socket pain last?
A: Dry socket pain typically lasts for five to six days and is treated using over-the-counter pain relievers, according to WebMD. Typically appearing a couple days after having a tooth removed, a dry socket means that the blood clot formed in the hole where the removed tooth had been becomes dislodged. This leaves the sensitive nerves and bone inside the tooth exposed to food, fluids and air entering the mouth. -
Q: What are front teeth partial dentures?
A: Front teeth partial dentures are removable dentures that consist of replacement teeth attached to a pink or gum-colored base, according to WebMD. Connected to the mouth by a metal plate framework, partial dentures are used when one or more of the natural front teeth are still in place on the upper or lower jaw. -
Q: Why do my teeth hurt?
A: According to the American Association of Endodontists, tooth pain can be a symptom of a wide variety of dental problems including decay, injury or infection. While mild sensitivity can be linked to receding gums and poses little harm, other dental pain can signify a more serious problem and requires a trip to the dentist for a diagnosis and treatment plan. - See More Dental Questions
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Q: How does a CAT scan machine work?
A: According to the FDA, CAT scans rotate an x-ray source mounted opposite a detector around a patient, producing a thin, fan-shaped beam of x-rays that pass through patients' bodies one small section at a time. The detectors register the x-rays as they pass through a patient's body and transmit them to a computer that reconstructs them into one or multiple cross-sectional images of the internal organs and tissues. -
Q: What do blood tests show?
A: The most common blood test, the complete blood count, or CBC, measures red blood cells, white blood cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit, platelets and mean corpuscular volume of the blood, according to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. This test is often used to check symptoms and diagnose a wide variety of conditions, such as anemia, infections, blood cancers, clotting problems and immune system disorders. -
Q: How can you check your blood pressure at home?
A: To check blood pressure at home, roll up one sleeve, sit down for a few minutes and place the cuff of a heart monitor around the upper arm. Inflate the cuff until it reads 30 points above the expected systolic pressure and look at the pressure reading on the screen or dial. It is a good idea to take multiple readings and record each reading with the time and date, according to the American Heart Association. -
Q: What is a stereoscope used for?
A: A stereoscope is a tool used for viewing images three-dimensionally. It has two removable eyepieces so that both eyes can be used to view an object at the same time. A stereoscope is used in various fields, such as police work, education, archeology, biology, government services, health and medical research. -
Q: What does a CT scan show?
A: According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, a CT scan shows body parts such as organs, bones, fat and muscle in greater detail than a usual X-ray can provide. A CT scan does use X-rays, but the beam circles the area to be scanned and allows for more views and angles. -
Q: What is an annual physical exam?
A: According to WebMD, an annual physical exam does not have a set structure and is simply a yearly physical exam that a person undertakes to check on her health. It is also a good way to ensure early detection of any unnoticed health problems. - See More Diagnostics & Imaging Questions
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Q: What's the biggest wave ever surfed?
A: As of 2013, the largest wave ever successfully surfed was a 100-foot wave ridden by professional surfer Garrett McNamara. McNamara caught this wave while big wave surfing in Nazaré, Portugal. Prior to this, McNamara had set the world record in 2011 by surfing a 90-foot wave in Nazaré. -
Q: When is it safe for a child to begin lifting weights?
A: Strength training exercises with weights should not be undertaken before a child has developed appropriate balance and posture control, which typically happens around age 7 or 8. Parents whose children are of appropriate age and have the desire to lift weights can take some steps, including consulting with a pediatrician and finding an educated and knowledgeable trainer, to ensure that their child will be undertaking this activity safely. -
Q: What are rhythmic activities?
A: Rhythmic activities are a series of movements in which individuals can take part during any steady and prominent beat. Professionals use these activities as therapeutic treatments for those who suffer from dementia. -
Q: How do you lose weight in your thighs?
A: Two of the most effective methods for losing weight in the thighs are exercise and eating the right foods, reports MDhealt.com. These methods not only shed weight in the thigh area, but improve overall health as well. -
Q: How big are the waves in big wave surfing?
A: In order to qualify as "big wave" surfing, a surfer needs to tackle waves that are at least 20 feet high. Surfers who wish to surf big waves can either paddle out into the wave on a larger board or be towed in on a smaller board with the help of a jet ski. -
Q: What is the heaviest bench press?
A: The heaviest weight ever bench pressed is 1,075 pounds by Ryan Kennelly in November 2008, according to Strongest Man. Kennelly holds the official World Powerlifting Organization's record and was the first man to exceed an 800-pound bench press. - See More Fitness & Exercise Questions
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