Your Body's Heat Defense

A fever signifies your body's defense to an invading organism. It's a natural system designed to combat infections and enhance healing. When your core temperature climbs, it creates an inconvenient environment for many pathogens. This spike in temperature also stimulates your immune system, helping it to successfully target the origin of the illnes

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Understanding Compensated Liver Cirrhosis

Compensated cirrhosis of the liver is a chronic condition where scarring progresses in the liver. This scarring impairs the liver's function to operate properly. In compensated cirrhosis, the organ can still compensate for these injuries and keep normal amounts of liver operation. However, it is important to note that compensated cirrhosis is no

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Understanding Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS)

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is a potentially serious side effect that sometimes develops in women undergoing fertility treatments. It happens when the ovaries become overstimulated to fertility medications, causing a rapid increase in size and fluid build-up. Symptoms of OHSS can range to moderate and include abdominal pain, bloating,

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