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Erectile dysfunction (impotence) is the inability to get and keep an er****on firm enough for s*x.

Having er****on trouble from time to time isn't necessarily a cause for concern. If erectile dysfunction is an ongoing issue, however, it can cause stress, affect your self-confidence and contribute to relationship problems. Problems getting or keeping an er****on can also be a sign of an underlying health condition that needs treatment and a risk factor for heart disease.Causes
Male s*xual arousal is a complex process that involves the brain, hormones, emotions, nerves, muscles and blood vessels. Erectile dysfunction can result from a problem with any of these. Likewise, stress and mental health concerns can cause or worsen erectile dysfunction.

Sometimes a combination of physical and psychological issues causes erectile dysfunction. For instance, a minor physical condition that slows your s*xual response might cause anxiety about maintaining an er****on. The resulting anxiety can lead to or worsen erectile dysfunction.Physical causes of erectile dysfunction
In many cases, erectile dysfunction is caused by something physical. Common causes include:

Heart disease
Clogged blood vessels (atherosclerosis)
High cholesterol
High blood pressure
Diabetes
Obesity
Metabolic syndrome — a condition involving increased blood pressure, high insulin levels, body fat around the waist and high cholesterol
Parkinson's disease
Multiple sclerosis
Certain prescription medications
To***co use
Peyronie's disease — development of scar tissue inside the p***s
Alcoholism and other forms of substance abuse
Sleep disorders
Treatments for prostate cancer or enlarged prostate
Surgeries or injuries that affect the pelvic area or spinal cord
Low testosterone
Psychological causes of erectile dysfunction
The brain plays a key role in triggering the series of physical events that cause an er****on, starting with feelings of s*xual excitement. A number of things can interfere with s*xual feelings and cause or worsen erectile dysfunction. These include:

Depression, anxiety or other mental health conditions
Stress
Relationship problems due to stress, poor communication or other concerns

Adrenal cancer is a rare cancer that begins in one or both of the small, triangular glands (adrenal glands) located on top of your kidneys. Adrenal glands produce hormones that give instructions to virtually every organ and tissue in your body.
Adrenal cancer, also called adrenocortical cancer, can occur at any age. But it's most likely to affect children younger than 5 and adults in their 40s and 50s.
When adrenal cancer is found early, there is a chance for cure. But if the cancer has spread to areas beyond the adrenal glands, cure becomes less likely. Treatment can be used to delay progression or recurrence.
Most growths that form in the adrenal glands are noncancerous (benign). Benign adrenal tumors, such as adenoma or pheochromocytoma, also can develop in the adrenal glands.

Symptoms

Signs and symptoms of adrenal cancer include:

Weight gain

Muscle weakness

Pink or purple stretch marks on the skin

Hormone changes in women that might cause excess facial hair, hair loss on the head and irregular periods

Hormone changes in men that might cause enlarged breast tissue and shrinking testicles

Nausea

Vomiting

Abdominal bloating

Back pain

Fever

Loss of appetite

Loss of weight without trying

Causes

It's not clear what causes adrenal cancer.
Adrenal cancer forms when something creates changes (mutations) in the DNA of an adrenal gland cell. A cell's DNA contains the instructions that tell a cell what to do. The mutations can tell the cell to multiply uncontrollably and to continue living when healthy cells would die. When this happens, the abnormal cells accumulate and form a tumor. The tumor cells can break away and spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body.

Risk factors

Adrenal cancer happens more often in people with inherited syndromes that increase the risk of certain cancers. These inherited syndromes include:

Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome

Carney complex

Li-Fraumeni syndrome

Lynch syndrome

Multiple endocrine neoplasia, type

DEFINITION

A Pheochromocytoma (fee-o-kroe-moe-sy-TOE-muh) is a rare, usually noncancerous (benign) Tumor that develops in cells in the center of an adrenal gland. You have two adrenal glands, one above each kidney. Your adrenal glands produce hormones that give instructions to virtually every organ and tissue in your body.
If you have a Pheochromocytoma, an adrenal gland releases hormones that cause persistent or episodic high blood pressure. If left untreated, a Pheochromocytoma can result in severe or life-threatening damage to other body systems, especially the cardiovascular system.
Most people with a Pheochromocytoma are between the ages of 20 and 50, but the Tumor can develop at any age. Surgical treatment to remove a Pheochromocytoma usually returns blood pressure to normal.

SYMPTOMS

Signs and symptoms of Pheochromocytomas often include:

High blood pressure

Rapid or forceful heartbeat

Profound sweating

Severe headache

Tremors

Paleness in the face

Shortness of breath

Less common signs or symptoms may include:

Anxiety or sense of doom

Abdominal pain

Constipation

Weight loss

These signs and symptoms often occur in brief spells of 15 to 20 minutes. Spells can happen several times a day or less often. Your blood pressure may be within the normal range or remain elevated between spells.

Triggers of symptomatic spells

Spells may occur spontaneously or may be triggered by such factors as:

Physical exertion

Anxiety or stress

Changes in body position

Bowel movement

Labor and delivery

Foods high in tyramine, a substance that affects blood pressure, also can trigger a spell. Tyramine is common in foods that are fermented, aged, pickled, cured, overripe or spoiled. These foods may include:

Some cheeses

Some beers and wines

Dried or smoked meats

Avocados, bananas and fava beans

Pickled fish

Sauerkraut or kimchi

Certain medications that can trigger a symptomatic spell include:

Decongestants

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), such as phenelzine (Nardil), tranylcypromine (Parnate) and isocarboxazid (Marplan)

Stimulants, such as amphetamines or co***ne

When to see a doctor

The signs and symptoms of Pheochromocytoma can be caused by a number of different conditions. Therefore, it's important to get a prompt diagnosis.
Although high blood pressure is a primary sign of a Pheochromocytoma, most people with high blood pressure don't have an adrenal Tumor. Talk to your doctor if any of the following factors are relevant to you:

Difficulty controlling high blood pressure with current treatment plan

A family history of Pheochromocytoma

A family history of a related genetic disorder: multiple endocrine neoplasia, type II (MEN II); von Hippel-Lindau disease; familial paraganglioma or Neurofibromatosis 1 (NF1)

CAUSES

Researchers don't know exactly what causes the development of a Pheochromocytoma. They do understand that the Tumor develops in specialized cells, called chromaffin cells, located in the center of an adrenal gland. These cells produce and release certain hormones, primarily adrenaline (epinephrine) and noradrenaline (norepinephrine).

The role of hormones

Adrenaline and noradrenaline are hormones that normally function as the trigger for your body's fight-or-flight response to a perceived threat. The hormones prompt higher blood pressure, a faster heart rate and a boost in other body systems that enable you to react quickly with a burst of energy. A Pheochromocytoma results in the irregular and excessive release of these hormones.

Related Tumors

While most chromaffin cells reside in the adrenal glands, small clusters of these cells are also located in the heart, head, neck, bladder, back wall of the abdomen and along the spine. Tumors in these chromaffin cells, called paragangliomas, may result in the same effects on the body.

RISK FACTORS

People with rare inherited disorders have an increased risk of developing a Pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma, and Tumors associated with these disorders are more likely to be Cancerous. These genetic conditions include the following:

Multiple endocrine neoplasia, type II (MEN II) is a disorder resulting in Tumors in more than one part of the body's hormone-producing (endocrine) system. The locations of other Tumors associated with MEN II include the thyroid, parathyroid, lips, tongue and gastrointestinal tract.

Von Hippel-Lindau disease can result in Tumors at multiple sites, including the central nervous system, endocrine system, pancreas and kidneys.

Neurofibromatosis 1 (NF1) results in multiple Tumors in the skin (Neurofibromas), pigmented skin spots and Tumors of the optic nerve.

Hereditary paraganglioma syndromes are inherited disorders that result in either Pheochromocytomas or paragangliomas.

COMPLICATIONS

High blood pressure can damage multiple organs, particularly tissues of the cardiovascular system, brain and kidneys. If left untreated, high blood pressure associated with Pheochromocytomas may result in a number of critical conditions, including:

Heart disease

Stroke

Kidney failure

Acute respiratory distress

Damage to nerves of the eye

Cancerous (malignant) Tumors

Rarely, a Pheochromocytoma is Cancerous (malignant), and the Cancerous cells spread to other parts of the body (metastasize). Cancerous cells from a Pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma most often migrate to the lymph system, bones, liver or lungs.

PREPARING FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT

You're likely to start by seeing your family doctor or a general practitioner. However, you may then be referred to a doctor who specializes in hormonal disorders (endocrinologist).

What you can do

Before your appointment, make a list that includes the following:

Signs or symptoms — or any changes from normal— that may be causing concern

A record of the frequency and duration of symptoms

Recent changes or stresses in your life

All medications — including over-the-counter drugs and dietary supplements — and doses you take

A log of typical food and beverage consumption

Family history of medical conditions

What to expect from your doctor

Your doctor will take a history of your symptoms and conduct a general medical examination. Questions that you should be prepared to discuss include the following:

When did you begin experiencing symptoms?

Have your symptoms been continuous or intermittent?

Does anything seem to improve your symptoms?

What, if anything, appears to bring on or worsen your symptoms?

Are you taking medications for high blood pressure? Do you take the medication as prescribed?

Have you been diagnosed with any other medical conditions? If so, do you follow the treatment plan for these?

TESTS AND DIAGNOSIS

Your doctor may order a number of tests.

Laboratory tests

Your doctor will likely order the following tests that measure levels of adrenaline, noradrenaline or byproducts of those hormones in your body:

24-hour urine test. You will be asked to collect a urine sample every time you urinate during a 24-hour period. Ask for written instructions about how to store, label and return the samples.

Blood test. You will have blood drawn for laboratory work. Talk to your doctor about special preparations, such as fasting or skipping a medication. Do not skip a dose without specific instructions from your doctor.

Imaging tests

If the results of laboratory tests indicate the possibility of a Pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma, your doctor will order one or more imaging tests to locate a possible Tumor. These tests may include:

Computerized tomography (CT), a specialized X-ray technology

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), a technology that uses radio waves and a magnetic field to produce detailed images

M-iodobenzylguanidine (MIBG) imaging, a scanning technology that can detect tiny amounts of an injected radioactive compound that is taken up by certain Tumors

Positron emission tomography (PET), a scanning technology that can also detect radioactive compounds taken up by a Tumor

Incidental discovery

A Tumor in an adrenal gland may be discovered incidentally during imaging studies conducted for other reasons. In such cases, your doctor would order additional tests to determine the nature of the Tumor.

Genetic testing

Your doctor may recommend genetic tests to determine if a Pheochromocytoma is related to an inherited disorder. Information about possible genetic factors can be important for a number of reasons:

Because some inherited disorders can cause multiple conditions, test results may indicate the need to screen for other medical problems.

Because some disorders are more likely to be recurrent or Cancerous (malignant), your test results may affect treatment decisions or long-term plans to monitor your health.

Results from your tests may indicate that other family members should be screened for Pheochromocytoma or related conditions.

Ask your doctor about genetic counseling services that can help you understand the benefits and implications of genetic testing.

The rate of kidney failure and disease are increasing among young people. Here are the ways to protect the kidney free of charge. The kidney are like the body's cleaners they need to work as well as they should.
When the kidneys are damaged they can't fitter blood the way they should, they might not clean the blood to get rid of waste like they're supposed to.
Here are the ways to help protect the kidney .
Drinking water is essential for overall health including kidney health. Water helps to flash toxin part of the body and keep the kidney functioning properly avoid smoking smoking can damage your kidney and make it harder for them to function properly don't abuse Penn medicine especially ibuprofen felvin
NSAIDs can be safe when use as directed but can also be harmful to the kidney if they are abused it can lead to acute kidney injury which is a sudden Decline in the kidney function get regular exercise at least 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise most days of the week maintain a healthy weight being overweight obese can extra strain on your kidney manage your BP and blood sugar high blood sugar and BP can damage your kidney over time
Avoid abuse of herbal medicine tea made with combination of herbs rude and darks many of which contains tozen which can damage the kidney

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Eat them

Somethings you need to avoid if you have ulcer,
1. Minerals
2. Coffee ☕
3. Spicy 🥵 and peppery food 🌶️
4. Citrus fruits 🍊🍋
5. Chocolate 🍫
6. Alcohol 🍷
7. Smoking 🚬
8. NTC drugs 💊
9. Too much stress 😬
Talk to your doctor if need some solutions to your health. remember health first, DM for more help we always available

Let's talk about Adenomyosis this is when tissue similar to the lining the uterus (endometriosis),( the uterus is a pear-shaped organ in the reproductive system of people assigned female at birth). It's where a fertilization egg implant during pregnancy and where the baby develops until birth. It's also responsible for the menstrual cycle).(the female reproductive system is the part that help woman or people are find female at birth)( menstruation is a monthly shedding of the lining of the uterus. Migration also known as me**es, menstrual periods, menstrual cycle, and periods. Menstrual blood which is partly blood partly tissues from the inside of your uterus close from the uterus through the cervix and out of the body through the va**na. Menstrual is driven by hormones. Hormones are chemical messengers in the body. The pituitary gland and ovaries ( part of the reproductive system) Mets and release certain hormones at certain time during the menstrual cycle. It's almost caused the lining of the uterus 2 chicken this happens so that if a pregnancy with alcohol and egg can impact into the uterus lining. Hormones also cause your ovaries to release an egg also known as ovulation the egg moves down the fallopian tube where its words for s***m. If a s***m doesn't fertilize the egg, pregnancy doesn't occur the lining of the uterus breaks down and sheds. This is the period).starts to grow into the muscles wall of the uterus. It causes the uterus to thicken and enlarge sometimes double up or triple is usual size adenomyosis can cause painful periods or prolonged menstrual bleeding with clothing and abdominal or pelvic pain. About one in three people with adenomyosis don't have signs or symptoms. Some people experience painful menstruation, heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain with or without several cramping, abnormal menstruation, painful in*******se, infertility, inlargement uterus, fullness in your belly (adenomyosis). 🤔 Research don't know why some people developed adenomyosis or what causes it. However, some research suggests hormones genetic or inflammation or trauma may contribute to adenomyosis. And symptoms of adenomyosis tend to get worse over time. Heavy menstrual bleeding from adenomyosis increase the risk of anemia. Anemia occurs when the body doesn't have enough iron-rich red blood cells. Anemia may cause you to feel fatigued or cold.

Let's talk about Endometriosis it's a condition that developed when endometeriel tissues grows where is not supposed to. this misplaced tissue typically grows in the Pelvic region an effect organ near uterus like the ovaries and the fallopian tube
Umbilical endometriosis, also called Villars node it's a very rare type of endometriosis. It happen when endometrial tissue which is meant to grow inside uterus starts growing in or around the belly button. When endometeriel tissue growth outside the uterus it behaves the same ways as a does inside the uterus.in other words, Changes in your hormones levels caused it to thicken, break down,and bleed. But this excess blood and tissue get trapped.leading to pain and swelling. Some signs and symptoms may include pain around the belly button, swelling, a nodule,bump or mass in or around the belly button, discoloration, bleeding or reddish brown discharge sometimes symptoms of umbilical endometriosis syne up with the menstrual cycle. how ever, one may also experience constant issues that don't come and go. Umbilical endometriosis sometimes occur alongside typical endometriosis symptoms. This may include :very painful period, irregular bleeding, infertility, digestive issues, pain during s*x, pain during urination or bowel movement.

Let's talk about this pink eye or conjunctivitis.
Here is what you need to know about the conditions in children and adults.
Pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis can affect everyone globally from children to adults.the conditions gets its name from causing a bloodshot red hue in the eyes.
Pink eye can be caused by virus, bacteria, allergens,and other irritant and it can spread in various ways.
Hand washing, washing contaminated items and not sharing contaminated items are some of the ways to prevent pink eye inflammation.the cause and type of Pink eyes, as well as your age will determine what treatment are needed or can be used. There are few causes of pink eyes the most common cause eye infection viral or bacterial allergens.other irritant (smoke, chemical,dust)also pink eye can results from change in bacteria that live in the conjunctivitis.(the clear film covering the inner eyelid and the white part of the eye).note that all causes of pink eye are not contagious,you should treat any cause as being contagious until you determine the type of infection you have.. remember health is life. For any health issues contact us today

Let's talk about common thing that leads to serious sickness it's called meningitis

What is meningitis?
Meningitis is an inflammation of the fluid and three membranes (meninges) surrounding your brain and spinal cord.

Illustration by Sophia Smith
The most common causes of meningitis are viral and bacterial infections. Other causes may include:

cancer
fungi
drug-induced reactions
Some viral and bacterial meningitis are contagious. They can be transmitted by coughing, sneezing, or close contact.
What are the symptoms of meningitis?
The symptoms of viral and bacterial meningitis can be similar in the beginning. However, bacterial meningitis symptoms are usually more severe. The symptoms also vary depending on your age.

Viral meningitis symptoms
Viral meningitis in infants may cause:

decreased appetite
irritability
vomiting
diarrhea
rash
respiratory symptoms
In adults, viral meningitis may cause:

headaches
fever
stiff neck
seizures
sensitivity to bright light
sleepiness
lethargy
nausea and vomiting
decreased appetite
altered mental state
Bacterial meningitis symptoms
Bacterial meningitis symptoms develop suddenly. They may include:

altered mental status
nausea
vomiting
sensitivity to light
irritability
headache
fever
chills
stiff neck
purple areas of skin that resemble bruises
sleepiness
lethargy
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience these symptoms. Bacterial and viral meningitis can be deadly. There’s no way to know if you have bacterial or viral meningitis just by judging how you feel. Your doctor will need to perform tests to determine which type you have.

Fungal meningitis symptoms
Symptoms of fungal meningitis resemble the other types of this infection. These may include:

nausea
vomiting
sensitivity to light
neck stiffness
fever
headache
a general sense of being unwell
confusion or disorientation
Chronic meningitis symptoms
You’re diagnosed with chronic meningitis when your symptoms last for longer than 4 weeks.

The symptoms of chronic meningitis are similar to other forms of acute meningitis, but can sometimes develop slower

What is a heart attack?
A myocardial infarction (commonly called a heart attack) is an extremely dangerous condition that happens because of a lack of blood flow to your heart muscle. The lack of blood flow can occur because of many different factors but is usually related to a blockage in one or more of your heart’s arteries. Without blood flow, the affected heart muscle will begin to die. If blood flow isn’t restored quickly, a heart attack can cause permanent heart damage and death.What are the symptoms of a heart attack?
Heart attacks can have a number of symptoms, some of which are more common than others. Men and people assigned male at birth (AMAB) are likely to have different heart attack symptoms than women and people assigned female at birth (AFAB).

Symptoms of a heart attack that people describe most often include:

Chest pain (angina). This can be mild and feel like discomfort or heaviness, or it can be severe and feel like crushing pain. It may start in your chest and spread (or radiate) to other areas like your left arm (or both arms), shoulder, neck, jaw, back or down toward your waist.
Shortness of breath or trouble breathing.
Fatigue.
Trouble sleeping (insomnia).
Nausea or stomach discomfort. Heart attacks can often be mistaken for indigestion or heartburn.
Heart palpitations.
Anxiety or a feeling of “impending doom.”
Sweating.
Feeling lightheaded, dizzy or passing outWhat does a heart attack feel like?
When a heart attack happens, blood flow to a part of your heart stops or is far below normal, which causes injury or death to that part of your heart muscle. When a part of your heart can’t pump because it’s dying from lack of blood flow, it can disrupt the pumping sequence for your entire heart. That reduces or even stops blood flow to the rest of your body, which can be deadly if it isn’t corrected quickly.What causes a heart attack?
The vast majority of heart attacks occur because of a blockage in one of the blood vessels that supplies your heart. This most often happens because of plaque, a sticky substance that can build up on the insides of your arteries (similar to how pouring grease down your kitchen sink can clog your home plumbing). That buildup is called atherosclerosis.

Sometimes, plaque deposits inside the coronary (heart) arteries can break open or rupture, and a blood clot can get stuck where the rupture happened. If the clot blocks the artery, this can deprive the heart muscle of blood and cause a heart attack.

Heart attacks are possible without a blockage, but this is rare and only accounts for about 5% of all heart attacks. This kind of heart attack can occur for the following reasons:

Coronary artery spasm.
Rare medical conditions: An example of this would be any disease that causes unusual narrowing of blood vessels.
Trauma: This includes tears or ruptures in the coronary arteries.
Obstruction that came from somewhere else in your body: A blood clot or air bubble (embolism) that gets trapped in a coronary artery.
Electrolyte imbalance.
Eating disorders: Over time, these can damage your heart and ultimately result in a heart attack.
Takotsubo or stress cardiomyopathy.
Anomalous coronary arteries (a congenital heart defect you’re born with where the coronary arteries are in different positions than normal in your body. Meet you in our next lesson

Let's start with pneumonitis is general inflammation in the lungs tissue that affect how you breathe and cause other bodily symptoms.it occur when a foreign substance (irritant) inflames the small air sacs in the lungs 🫁 (aveoli).
There are different types of pneumonitis inflammation. The ACUTE inflammation develops suddenly and only lasts a little while.SUB ACUTE. Inflammation progress gradually and steadily.and CHRONIC inflammation unfolds over a long period and becomes ongoing.and long term exposure to irritant that causes pneumonitis may cause permanent lungs damage. Chemical pneumonitis.develop after inhaling chemicals in imaging tests, chlorine gas, pesticide, gasoline and smoke. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis.this develop when you breathe in antigens which includes bacteria,dust,molds and skiva hair or feathers.Radiation pneumonitis this may occur after radiation therapy to treat cancer. Some symptoms includes cold, shortness of breath (dyspnea),chest pain,a cough that doesn't bring up mucus (dry cough), fatigue,fever, sweating, breathing in short, shallow sport, cyanosis, unintentional weight loss.the best way to lower the risk of developing pneumonitis is to avoid substance that cause lungs inflammation, wearing personal projective equipment like mask 😷 that filters irritant from the air, Regular cleaning and sanitizing heating and cooling system. Regular vacuuming rags carpet and other surface to remove dost. Running a high_effeicieny particulate air filter in your home to remove air Born allergens.lastly remember that pneumonitis can cause pneumonia.the bacteria,viral or fungi infection in your lungs

Let talk about this
What is uterine prolapse?

Uterine prolapse occurs when the muscles and tissue in your pelvis weaken. The weakness lets the uterus drop down into your va**na. Sometimes, it comes out through your va**nal opening. Nearly half of all women between ages 50 and 79 have this condition.

What causes uterine prolapse?

Uterine prolapse is caused when the muscles and tissue of the pelvic floor are weakened and can’t support the weight of the uterus. This lets it drop into your va**na.

What are the risk factors for uterine prolapse?

Risk factors include:

Giving birth (highest risk)

Vaginal delivery (vs. C-section)

Menopause

Being Caucasian

Being overweight

Smoking

What are the symptoms of uterine prolapse?

Many women with this condition have no symptoms. However, if symptoms start, they may include:

Leakage of urine

Inability to completely empty your bladder

Feeling of heaviness or fullness in your pelvis

Bulging in your va**na

Lower-back pain

Aching, or the feeling of pressure, in your lower abdomen or pelvis

Constipation

Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more of the joint. The main symptoms which typically worsen with age. The most common type of arthritis are OSTEOARTHRITIS which is cause change in the bone and deterioration of the connective tissue that muscle 💪 to bone 🦴 and hold the joint together. If the cartilage in joint is severely damaged the joint lining may become inflammated and swollen.
The second one is RHEUMATOID in this case, the body immune system attack the lining of the joint capsule. The lining becomes inflamed and swollen.
Although many people knows about Arthritis is an inflammation that leads to radiation pain and swelling of all joint although swelling of joints may be caused by different condition including chronic type of arthritis called ankylosis spondylitis, paining type of arthritis caused by buildup of uric acid crystals in a joint arthritis caused by wear and tear of joint. If not carefully treated leads to deformity and untold sorrowful pain and older people with severe arthritis can be cripple!.
Causes
Age :the ability of cartilage to heal decrease as a person gets older
Weight: ever pound of weight you again add three to four pounds of extra weight to the knees increasing pressure to the joint
Heredity; this sometimes maybe due to in heredity abnormalities in shape of the bones that surrounds the knee joint.
Gender: in most cases women from 55 above mostly develop joint problem
Repetitive stress.
Symptoms
Some symptoms include
Pain
Stiffness
Swelling
Redness
Decrease range of motion. Although most common signs and symptoms of arthritis depends on the type of arthritis.
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What’s the Difference Between HDL and LDL Cholesterol?
HDL vs. LDL cholesterol
There are two main types of cholesterol: high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL). Lipoproteins are made of fat and proteins. Cholesterol moves through your body while inside lipoproteins.

HDL is known as “good cholesterol” because it transports cholesterol to your liver to be released from your body. HDL helps rid your body of excess cholesterol so it’s less likely to end up in your arteries.

LDL is called “bad cholesterol” because it takes cholesterol to your arteries, where it can collect in your artery walls. Too much cholesterol in your arteries may lead to a buildup of plaque known as atherosclerosis. This can increase the risk of blood clots in your arteries.

If a blood clot breaks away and blocks an artery in your heart or brain, you may have a stroke or heart attack.

Plaque buildup may also reduce blood flow and oxygen to major organs. Oxygen deprivation to your organs or arteries may lead to kidney disease or peripheral arterial disease, in addition to a heart attack or stroke.
Total blood cholesterol. This includes your HDL, LDL, and 20 percent of your total triglycerides.
Triglycerides. This number should be below 150 mg/dL. Triglycerides are a common type of fat. If your triglycerides are high and your LDL is also high or your HDL is low, you’re at risk of developing atherosclerosis.
HDL. The higher this number, the better. It should be at least higher than 55 mg/dL for females and 45 mg/dL for males.
LDL. The lower this number, the better. It should be no more than 130 mg/dL if you don’t have heart disease, blood vessel disease, or diabetes. It should be no more than 100 mg/dL if you have any of these conditions or high total cholesterol.
Causes of high cholesterol
Lifestyle factors that may cause high cholesterol are:

obesity
a diet high in red meat, full-fat dairy products, saturated fats, trans fats, and processed foods
a large waist circumference (over 40 inches for men or over 35 inches for women)
lack of regular exercise