For example, muscular pain may feel achy, tight, or like a spasm. Nerve pain may cause stabbing, burning, or shooting pain, while pain in the bones may feel deep and dull. Some back issues can ...

Objective: To investigate the effects of low-level auricular vagus nerve stimulation (LL-aVNS) on blood pressure and heart rate in patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. Methods: A total of 22 ...

Cervical screening tests save thousands of lives each year in the UK, but many women do not take up invitations for screenings A knowledge gap around cervical screenings is currently "costing ...

A knowledge gap around cervical screenings is currently "costing lives", a cancer charity says. The Eve Appeal says more women need to know they can ask for adjustments to their cervical ...

Vitamin D levels can be measured with a blood test. This test can indicate whether you have adequate levels, are at risk of a vitamin D deficiency, or have levels that are too high. Levels that are ...

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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder that causes the immune system to attack its own tissues, especially the lining of joints, leading to joint damage and pain. When RA attacks the ...

This year, cytotechnologists have much more to reflect upon than the history of screening for early detection of cervical cancer, as new technologies portend major changes in the field.

The cervical nerve roots C5, C6, and C7 are most commonly affected and involvement results in characteristic signs and symptoms in the upper extremities. The prevalence of nontraumatic neck pain ...