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Hiatus hernia is a condition where the stomach herniates into the thoracic cavity through the oesophageal opening in the diaphragm

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Panic attacks

Panic attacks are sudden, discrete periods of intense anxiety, fear and discomfort that are associated with a variety of somatic and cognitive symptoms. These episodes are typically abrupt, and usually have triggering factors.

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Treatment of glaucoma

The treatment of glaucoma is mainly to decrease the intraocular pressure by improving the aqueous flow, decreasing the production of aqueous. Glaucoma cannot be cured. Bu the treatment helps to prevent the visual loss.

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Uveitis

Uveitis is the inflammation of the middle layer of the eye, uvea. Uveitis needs urgent treatment to control the inflammation.

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Overview and facts about sleep apnea

Sleep apnea is a life threatening condition. It is a breathing disorder which is characterized by cessation of breathing during sleep

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Hypertensive retinopathy

Hypertensive retinopathy is the damage of the retina of the eye due to high blood pressure. In hypertensive retinopathy the high blood pressure over long time causes damage to the small blood vessels of the eye.

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Cardiac arrest

A cardiac arrest is also called as cardiopulmonary arrest or circulatory arrest. It is the sudden stoppage of circulation of the blood due to failure of the heart to contract effectively during systole

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First aid for minor wounds and abrasions

Any break in the continuity of skin is called a wound. A sharp force trauma like a tear, cut or puncture causes open wound. A blunt force trauma causes a closed wound.

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Pneumococcal vaccines

Pneumococcal vaccines are given to protect against severe infections caused by the bacteria like streptococcus pneumoniae. This bacteria causes meningitis and pneumonia in children, Adults and in those who has chronic medical illness

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Ovarian cyst

Ovarian cyst is the collection of fluid covered by a thin wall inside the ovary. Most ovarian cysts are harmless or benign. It can be seen in all ages in women but it is more common in women of reproductive age.

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