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Sports Drinks

Q: Everyone at my gym seems to be drinking energy drinks. Do they really give you more "oomph?" And are they healthy? A: Energy drinks are all the rage among not just athletes but also young adults. And hundreds of varieties are currently available, including Rage, Pimp Juice, Red Bull, and Monster. These drinks claim to make you more alert or boost your sports performance -- or both. But here’s the danger: Most energy drinks get their kick from stimulants, such as caffeine, guarana, Read more [...]
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Muscle Disorders medical terminology definition

Also called: Myopathy
Your muscles help you move and help your body work. Different types of muscles have different jobs. There are many problems that can affect muscles. Muscle disorders can cause weakness, pain or even paralysis.

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Personality Disorders medical terminology definition

Personality disorders are long-term patterns of thoughts and behaviors that cause serious problems with relationships and work. People with personality disorders have difficulty dealing with everyday stresses and problems. They often have stormy relationships with other people. The exact cause of personality disorders is unknown. However, genes and childhood experiences may play a role.Read more to view related video clips[tubepress mode='tag', tagValue='Personality Disorders medical'] Read more [...]
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Brain Diseases medical terminology definition


The brain is the control center of the body. It controls thoughts, memory, speech and movement. It regulates the function of many organs. When the brain is healthy, it works quickly and automatically. However, when problems occur, the results can be devastating.

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Smoking and Youth medical terminology definition

Also called: Teen smokingNearly a quarter of high school students in the U.S. smoke cigarettes. Another 8% use smokeless tobacco. Smoking has many health risks for everyone. However, the younger you are when you start smoking, the more problems it can cause. For example:Read more to view related video clips[tubepress mode='tag', tagValue='Smoking and Youth medical'] Read more [...]
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E. Coli Infections medical terminology definition

Also called: Escherichia coliE. coli is the name of a type of bacteria that lives in your intestines. Most types of E. coli are harmless. However, some types can make you sick and cause diarrhea. One type causes travelers' diarrhea. The worst type of E. coli causes bloody diarrhea, and can sometimes cause kidney failure and even death. These problems are most likely to occur in children and in adults with weak immune systems.Read more to view related video clips[tubepress mode='tag', tagValue='E. Read more [...]
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Blood Pressure Medicines medical terminology definition

Also called: Antihypertensive Medicines, High blood pressure medicinesHigh blood pressure, also called hypertension, usually has no symptoms. But it can cause serious problems such as stroke, heart failure, heart attack and kidney failure. If you cannot control your high blood pressure through healthy lifestyle habits such as losing weight and reducing sodium in your diet, your doctor may prescribe medicines.Read more to view related video clips[tubepress mode='tag', tagValue='Blood Pressure Medicines Read more [...]
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Sjogren’s Syndrome medical terminology definition

Sjogren's syndrome is a disease that causes dryness in your mouth and eyes. It can also lead to dryness in other places that need moisture, such as your nose, throat and skin. Most people who get Sjogren's syndrome are older than 40. Nine of 10 are women. Sjogren's syndrome is sometimes linked to rheumatic problems such as rheumatoid arthritis.Read more to view related video clips[tubepress mode='tag', tagValue='Sjogren's Syndrome medical'] Read more [...]
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Hearing Problems in Children medical terminology definition

Most children hear and listen from the moment they are born. They learn to talk by imitating the sounds around them and the voices of their parents and caregivers. But not all children - about 2 or 3 out of every 1,000 children in the U.S. are born deaf or hard-of-hearing. More lose their hearing later during childhood.Read more to view related video clips[tubepress mode='tag', tagValue='Hearing Problems in Children medical'] Read more [...]
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Molds medical terminology definition

Also called: FungiMolds are fungi that can be found both outdoors and indoors. They grow best in warm, damp and humid conditions. If you have damp or wet spots in your house, you will probably get mold. Mold can cause health problems. Inhaling or touching mold or mold spores may cause allergic reactions or asthma attacks in sensitive people. It can cause fungal infections. In addition, mold exposure may irritate your eyes, skin, nose, throat and lungs.Read more to view related video clips[tubepress Read more [...]