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| Abrasion | Abrasions are minor skin wounds in which the skin's surface is worn or torn by rubbing or scraping. |
| Allergy | An allergy is an immune reaction in which an individual becomes hypersensitive to a foreign substance (allergen) such as pollens, mold spores, or dust. |
| Arthritis | Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints. |
| Backache | Backache is a pain or stiffness that may be caused by physical exertion. It can also occur for apparently no reason at all. |
| Bee Sting | Depending on the victim's sensitivity, the reaction to the sting of a bee, wasp, or yellow jacket may vary from a small area of redness that swells and itches to a life-threatening allergic reac |
| Bites, Insect | Reaction to an insect bite (from a bee, wasp, flea, or mosquito) may range from a temporary localized area of redness, swelling, or itching to a generalized severe reaction that requires immedia |
| Bladder Inflammation (Cystitis) | Cystitis is a bladder inflammation usually caused by bacterial infection. A frequent desire to urinate and burning urine are common symptoms. |
| Bunion | A bunion is a small sac of fibrous tissue that forms on the base of the big toe. |
| Burn | A burn is tissue damage caused by agents such as heat, chemicals, electricity, sunlight, or radiation. |
| Calluses | A callus is a hard, thick area of skin. |
| Canker Sore | A canker sore is an ulceration that occurs primarily on the mouth or lips. |
| Carpal Tunnel Syndrome | Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when repetitive motion inflames the tissue surrounding a nerve in the wrist. |
| Chicken Pox | Chicken pox is a relatively mild, highly contagious disease caused by a virus and spread through the air. |
| Chronic Pain | Pain persisting for several months can be classified as chronic pain. |
| Cold | A cold is a mild viral disease that may inflame the mucous membranes of the nose, throat, and bronchial tubes. |
| Cold Sore | A cold sore, a skin inflammation caused by the herpes simplex virus, is characterized by patches of small painful blisters. |
| Constipation | Constipation is a condition in which bowel movements become infrequent and difficult. |
| Corn | A corn is an area of hardened or thickened skin on or between the toes. |
| Cystitis (Bladder Inflamation) | Cystitis is a bladder inflammation usually caused by bacterial infection. |
| Dentures, Slipping | Slipping dentures are caused by improper fit. |
| Diaper Rash | An area of raw, painful skin around the anus of babies, diaper rash may be caused by contact with stool or urine-soaked diapers. |
| Dysmenorrhea (Menstrual Pain) | Dysmenorrhea is the pain that may accompany the first several days of menstruation. |
| Ear Infections | An inflammation of the middle or inner ear, ear infections are usually caused by a bacteria or virus. |
| Earache | Pain in the inner ear may result from increased pressure caused by a blocked Eustachian tube. |
| Earwax | The ear canal produces a wax (cerumen) that coats the canal and protects the inner ear from foreign particles. |
| Fever | A fever is a rise in body temperature above the average normal of 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. |
| Flu | Flu is a viral infection that affects the upper respiratory tract. |
| Food Poisoning | Food poisoning is caused by eating contaminated food. |
| Gastroenteritis | Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and intestinal tract, usually caused by a viral or bacterial infection or by food poisoning. |
| Gout | Gout is a form of arthritis in which the improper metabolism of uric acid causes it to build up in the blood and joints. |
| Hay Fever | Hay fever is a seasonal allergic reaction caused by breathing the pollen from grasses, plants, and trees. |
| Headache | A tension headache is the result of decreased blood flow to the brain. |
| Heartburn | Heartburn is a burning pain felt behind the breastbone and rising from the abdomen into the throat. |
| Hemorrhoids | Hemorrhoids are enlarged veins in the wall of the anus, usually caused by prolonged constipation or straining at the stool. |
| Indigestion | Indigestion is pain or discomfort in the lower chest or abdomen which occurs after eating. |
| Infection | An infection is the disease caused by the invasion of a bacteria or virus. |
| Inflammation | Inflammation is a sign the body is responding to injury. It may involve pain, heat, redness, or swelling. |
| Influenza | Influenza is a viral infection that affects the upper respiratory tract. It is spread by sneezing and coughing. |
| Ingrown Toenail | An ingrown toenail is one that has grown into the foot. This usually occurs on the big toe. |
| Lactose Intolerance | Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest milk products. |
| Laryngitis | An inflammation of the larynx and vocal chords, laryngitis is usually caused by bacterial or viral infection or by overuse of the voice. |
| Menstrual Cramps | Menstrual cramps involve pain that may accompany the first several days of menstruation. |
| Menstrual Pain (Dysmenorrhea) | Dysmenorrhea is the pain that may accompany the first several days of menstruation. |
| Mouth Infection | The mouth always contains lots of bacteria, so minor sores in the mouth may become infected. |
| Muscle Cramps | Painful spasms that usually occur in the legs, muscle cramps occur when muscles contract but do not relax. |
| Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, and Poison Sumac | Poison ivy, oak and sumac contain a chemical called uroshiol oil on the surfaces of their leaves. When uroshiol comes in contact with the skin, a severe inflammatory response may occur. |
| Poisoning | Poisoning is the exposure to a toxic substance. Treatment varies according to the substance ingested or inhaled. |
| Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) | PMS is a group of symptoms that may occur in women in the days prior to the onset of their period. |
| Repetitive Motion Injuries | Repetitive motion injuries occur when a repetitive motion inflames the tissue surrounding a nerve in the finger, wrist, or other joints. |
| Shingles | Shingles is caused by the herpes zoster virus. Initially, the herpes zoster virus causes chicken pox. |
| Sinusitis | Sinusitis is the inflammation of one or more sinus cavities. |
| Sore Muscles | A buildup of lactic acid in the muscles causes sore muscles. Lactic acid accumulates when exercise is too severe or too long or when either the warm-up or cool-down period is insufficient. |
| Sore Throat | A sore throat is pain in the back of the mouth commonly caused by a bacterial or viral infection. |
| Sprain | When a joint is forced beyond its normal range of motion, ligaments can tear or stretch. |
| Sunburn | Sunburn is the injury that occurs when skin is overexposed to the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays. |
| Swimmer's Ear | Swimmers' ear is the irritation of the outer ear canal. The name is derived from the fact the condition can be caused by swimming in polluted water. |
| Teething | Teething occurs when a baby's new teeth cut through the gums. |
| Tendinitis | Tendinitis is the inflammation of the tough whitish chord that secures muscle to bone. |
| Tennis Elbow | Tennis elbow is a painful inflammation of tendons near the elbow. |
| Tenosynovitis | Tenosynovitis, a repetitive motion injury, is the inflammation of a tendon sheath. |
| Tooth Sensitivity | Tooth sensitivity can result from the wearing away of the tooth's enamel. This leads to pain when exposed to hot, cold, or sweets. |
| Toothache | Toothache is the pain that results when the nerves of a decayed tooth become infected and swollen. |
| Ulcer, Duodenal | A duodenal ulcer is a break in the membranes (mucosa) that line the duodenum. |
| Ulcer, Gastric | A gastric ulcer is a break in the protective membranes (mucosa) that line the stomach. |
| Ulcer, Peptic | Peptic ulcer is a broad term for any breakdown of stomach membrane (mucosal layers) caused by stomach acid or pepsin (an enzyme created by the stomach to aid digestion). |
| Urethritis | The urethra is the tube that conducts urine from the bladder to the exterior. Urethritis is inflammation of the urethra usually caused by infection. |
| Urinary Tract Infection | The urinary tract consists of the bladder, urethra, and kidney. An inflammation of any of these organs caused by infection is called a urinary tract infection. |
| Vaginal Atrophy | Vaginal atrophy is characterized by painful sex and increased susceptibility to vaginal infections. |
| Vaginitis | A vaginal inflammation, vaginitis may be caused by an infection of parasitic, fungal, or bacterial origin. |
| Vomiting | Vomiting is the violent process of ejecting stomach content through the mouth. |
| Wound Infection | When skin is injured by either cutting or scraping, it becomes susceptible to bacterial and fungal infection. |
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