Clammy, moist skin is a common symptom of hyperhidrosis, a condition in which the body sweats excessively. In addition to the general discomfort and embarrassment of hyperhidrosis, there are also more serious effects to consider. Persistent,...
Though many people believe ulcers occur from eating acidic foods or stress, most ulcers are caused by a Helicobacter pylori bacteria. Stomach or gastric ulcers are sores in the stomach's lining. Some foods may aggravate ulcers and worsen...
Conditions such as motion sickness, migraines, viral gastroenteritis, strong odors and peptic ulcers can trigger nausea. Nausea is often the result of a situational stimulant or a common virus, but watch for signs that indicate a more serious...
When the heart muscle contracts, it sends blood throughout the body and produces a pressure known as a pulse. Because your pulse is lower at rest and increases during exercise, knowing the maximum heart rate will you find the target heart rate...
According to AABB, a professional organization of blood banks, approximately 40,000 units of blood are used daily in the United States. People undergoing surgery, accident victims, cancer patients and others with decreased blood volume often need...
A type of opioid medication, fentanyl reduces moderate to severe pain experienced by cancer patients. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration notes that people who have a tolerance to opioids can also use fentanyl. Patients can use fentanyl orally...
Knowing how to lower body temperature quickly after exercise can save a life. Every year young athletes die of heat related illness, an August 2011 "USA Today" article reports. Acclimating to hotter weather gradually and exercising at cooler times...
In many cases, when you feel ill, you also don't feel like eating. However, certain symptoms can actually improve when you eat something. Nausea, dizziness and other ill feelings might get better if you eat something. When in doubt, eat a few soda...
Narcotic pain relievers are useful for treating severe and chronic pain. Fentanyl is an extremely potent narcotic medication that can be delivered using patches, which cause the medication to be absorbed through the skin. If used improperly,...
The illegal drug heroin derives from the same opium poppy plant as legal but controlled narcotics such as morphine, oxycodone and codeine. Called an opiate because of its origins, heroin once was legal in the United States until the Harrison...
Whether you spend too much time lounging on the beach or working in the sun, heat exhaustion is a common illness associated with prolonged exposure to heat and direct sunlight. Seniors are especially at risk. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include...
When people have pain, they can take a medication like oxycodone or codeine. Both medications are opiate drugs and work by binding to the opioid receptors in the brain, which change how a person perceives pain. MedlinePlus points out that...
Wilderness activities like camping and hiking can make for relaxing vacations, but can also result in accidents, even for careful participants. Getting basic first aid and CPR training before you head out into the wilderness can help you to stay...
Dizziness is one of the most common reasons that adults visit the doctor each year, according to MayoClinic.com. Although dizziness that occurs by itself does not usually indicate the presence of a serious medical condition, dizziness that occurs...
Hypoglycemia is a condition in which your blood glucose levels, also known as blood sugar, fall too low. People suffering from hypoglycemia often suffer from chills, clammy skin, dizziness, nausea, a rapid heart rate, fatigue, blurred vision,...
There are three types of burns, according to MayoClinic.com. First degree burns are where the outer layer of skin is burned. Second degree burns are where the outer layer and the second layer of skin are burned all the way through and blisters...
Darvon, the brand name for propoxyphene, is a narcotic medication used to control mild to moderate pain. The medication is available by prescription only in a 65mg tablet form, and is administered as needed for pain. According to RxList.com, if...
A heart attack is a life-threatening condition that warrants emergency medical attention. While some heart attacks are noticed suddenly, most come on gradually, according to the American Heart Association. If you have any warning signs of a heart...
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. A variety of infectious agents cause this illness, including viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites. Kids Health, a consumer information website operated by the Nemours Foundation, explains that pneumonia...
Pneumonia in toddlers can bring about much apprehension in parents. A generally healthy toddler will recover from pneumonia without complications and minimal medical intervention. The illness can cause much discomfort and may last up to three...
The spleen is an abdominal organ that is part of the lymphatic system. It is located on the left side of the abdomen, just above the stomach. The organ is approximately the size of a person's fist, according to MedlinePlus. The spleen helps...
An abdominal, or aortic, aneurysm is a weakened section of the aorta that balloons or bulges. The aorta is the largest blood vessel in the body, and a rupture of this artery can cause life-threatening internal bleeding. According to VascularWeb,...
An aortic aneurysm can be described as a "bulge in a blood vessel." If this bulge ruptures, blood escapes through the hole in the vessel and cannot reach vital organs. Because the aorta is the main vessel supplying blood to the body, an aortic...
Approximately one person in every 1,000 people between the ages of 60 and 65 develops an abdominal aortic aneurysm, according to UpToDate.com. This type of aneurysm occurs when a specific region of the aorta, a large blood vessel that transports...
Low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, is considered to be less than 90 mm/Hg systolic or 60 mm/hg diastolic. In most cases hypotension is ideal, however, it can result in severe complications for some people. Low blood pressure may cause...
Cardiac ischemia is a lack of blood flow in the vessels that supply blood to the heart muscle--the coronary arteries. Transient, or brief, ischemia involves spasmodic attacks of intense pain; doctors often refer to this as angina. If the ischemia...
While people who drink only occasionally will rarely have alcohol withdrawal symptoms, those who suffer from alcohol addiction can experience many unpleasant and potentially dangerous symptoms when they stop drinking. The American Academy of...
The spleen is an organ located in the upper left portion of the abdomen. Functions of the spleen include helping the body fight infections, destroying damaged cells and helping regulate the amount of blood in the body, according to MedlinePlus....
Medical shock is a serious circulatory condition not to be confused with emotional shock or surprise. Learn more about shock health in this health video.