Exercise-Induced Urticaria Description Urticaria is another name for hives, which most people know as an itchy, allergy-related skin reaction. Exercise-induced urticaria describes hives that are brought on by physical activity,…
Exercise-Induced Headache (Effort Migraine) Description Effort migraine is a severe, intense, incapacitating headache, often accompanied by other symptoms, that occurs after all-out physical effort in various sports, such as running,…
Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm Description Exercise-induced bronchospasm is a condition marked by narrowing of the airways to the lung. It is most often seen after short periods of high-intensity exercise. The amount…
Exercise-Induced Asthma Description Asthma is a lung condition in which the airways constrict or spasm and cause wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. Exercise-induced asthma is a form…
Exercise During Pregnancy Precautions for the expectant mother Before starting any exercise program, discuss it with your doctor to find a program appropriate for you. If you are having problems…
Bunion (Hallux Valgus) Description A bunion is a bony protrusion (bump) from the inside edge of the joint at the base of the big (first) toe. The first toe points…
Boxer’s Knuckle Description Boxer’s knuckle is characterized by pain and weakness over the knuckle of the hand resulting from injury of the tendon that straightens the joints of a finger….
Ephedrine (Ma-Huang) Description Ephedrine is a widely available medication often used as a decongestant in cold remedies and as a second-line medication to improve breathing in people with asthma. It…
Eating Disorders Anorexia and Bulimia Description People with anorexia nervosa have an intense fear of gaining weight despite being very thin; by definition, such individuals weigh less than 85% of…
