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Symptoms of Patellofemoral pain syndrome
What are the symptoms of Patellofemoral pain syndrome? The condition most often causes pain around or behind the kneecap, especially during activities that load the joint, along with sensations such as stiffness, aching, grinding,…
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What is Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Patellofemoral pain syndrome is a condition in which pain arises from the patellofemoral joint, the contact area between the kneecap (patella) and the groove at the front of the thigh bone (femur). The disorder…
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What is Ovarian cyst
An ovarian cyst is a fluid-filled or semi-fluid sac that develops within or on the surface of an ovary. The ovaries are part of the female reproductive system and normally produce eggs and hormones…
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FAQ about Ovarian torsion
This FAQ article explains ovarian torsion, a gynecologic emergency that happens when an ovary twists around the tissues that support it. That twist can reduce or cut off blood flow to the ovary and…
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Diagnosis of Peritonsillar abscess
Peritonsillar abscess is usually diagnosed by combining the patient’s symptoms, a careful throat examination, and, when needed, imaging or needle aspiration. It is a localized collection of pus that forms beside the tonsil, typically…
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Causes of Peritonsillar abscess
Peritonsillar abscess is caused by a localized bacterial infection that produces a pocket of pus in the tissue beside the tonsil. In most cases, it develops after inflammation and infection spread beyond the tonsillar…
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Symptoms of Peritonsillar abscess
Peritonsillar abscess produces a characteristic cluster of symptoms centered on severe throat pain, fever, muffled speech, difficulty swallowing, and swelling near one tonsil. These symptoms arise because a localized bacterial infection creates a pocket…