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Diagnosis of Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is identified through a careful clinical evaluation rather than through a single definitive laboratory or imaging test. It is a chronic pain disorder characterized by altered pain processing, often involving heightened sensitivity in…
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Causes of Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is caused by a disruption in how the nervous system processes pain, along with changes in stress regulation, sleep control, and sensory signaling. It does not arise from a single lesion or infection…
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Symptoms of Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is associated with a characteristic cluster of symptoms dominated by widespread pain, abnormal sensitivity to pressure or touch, fatigue, unrefreshing sleep, and cognitive difficulty. These symptoms do not arise from tissue damage in…
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FAQ about Gum disease
This FAQ explains what gum disease is, why it develops, how it is diagnosed, and what treatment can do to protect the teeth and supporting tissues. It also covers common concerns about long-term effects,…
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Prevention of Gum disease
Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, can often be prevented in its early stages and its risk can usually be reduced even when complete prevention is not guaranteed. The condition develops when bacterial biofilm…
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Diagnosis of Gum disease
Gum disease is usually identified through a combination of clinical examination, patient history, and in some cases imaging or laboratory testing. The condition exists on a spectrum, from early gingivitis to more advanced periodontitis,…
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Treatment for Gum disease
What treatments are used for gum disease? The main treatments are professional plaque and calculus removal, deep cleaning procedures such as scaling and root planing, antimicrobial therapies, surgical interventions in advanced cases, and long-term…