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There are a wide variety of medical conditions that cause discomfort which can be minimized through recognition of common symptoms. Discover symptoms for medical conditions and diseases with tips from a family practice physician in this free video series on health and family medicine.
There are 20 videos in this series:

Some symptoms of acid reflux include a burning sensation in the chest, a dry cough and a hoarseness in the throat. Learn about symptoms of acid reflux from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions, and consider seeing a primary care physician.

Early symptoms of a heart attack include a left-sided chest pain that radiates to an upper extremity or the neck, in addition to palpitations and shortness of breath. Learn about early warning signs of heart attacks from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical symptoms, and seek medical attention.

Meningitis symptoms include severe fatigue, malaise, headaches, a stiff neck, pain behind the eyes and a loss of motor functions. Learn about symptoms of meningitis from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions; and seek medical attention immediately as meningitis can be a very dangerous and deadly condition.

Symptoms of eczema include flaky skin, callouses and abnormal pigmentation, but these symptoms can be minimized with hypo-allergenic lotions, detergents and soaps. Learn how to naturally minimize eczema symptoms from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Most blood clots happen in the lower extremities as a result of someone sitting for a long period of time, oftentimes when someone is bedridden. Recognize symptoms of blood clots, which can block the flow of blood to the heart, with tips from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Symptoms of urinary tract infections include pressure, a change in urine consistency and fevers. Recognize symptoms of bladder infection and seek medical attention with tips from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

The symptoms of alcohol poisoning include severe nausea, vomiting, changes in mental status and a difficulty in reacting to stimuli. Recognize symptoms of alcohol poisoning to avoid seizures, heart arrhythmias and death with tips from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Symptoms of heat rash include skin inflammation, redness, itchiness and clusters or bumps on the skin. Recognize symptoms of heat rash, which can be caused by hot environments and friction, with tips from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Hernias commonly happen in the groin or belly button area and are accompanied by severe pain. Learn about symptoms of hernias, which are caused by bowel tissue poking into the abdominal cavity, from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Symptoms of high blood pressure include dizziness, headaches, flushing, blurry vision and stomach aches. Regularly check blood pressure and learn about symptoms of high blood pressure from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Symptoms that indicate liver disease include changes in skin coloration, hyper-pigmentation, jaundice and a yellowing of the eyes. Learn about symptoms of liver disease, such as difficulty clotting blood, from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Symptoms of stomach, or gastric ulcers include excreted blood and reflux blood. Learn about symptoms of stomach ulcers and seek medical attention from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Symptoms of hepatitis C include jaundice, water pooling in lower extremities and blood clotting problems. Learn about late symptoms of hepatitis C, which can cause liver damage if untreated, from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Some symptoms of mesothelioma include shortness of breath, a cough and pressure on the chest. Learn about symptoms of mesothelioma, a form of cancer, from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Symptoms of a stroke include weakness on one side of the face and weakness on the opposite side of the body, headaches, blurred vision and trouble speaking. Learn about symptoms of strokes and when to seek medical attention from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Symptoms of DVT, which is a blood clot in the vein, include swelling, redness and hotness in the affected area. Learn about symptoms of DVT, or deep vein thrombosis, from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Gastric reflux symptoms hoarseness, dry cough and irritation in the esophagus. Learn about symptoms of gastric reflux and appropriate medication from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Heartburn starts in the upper abdomen and symptoms include upset stomach, indigestion, irritated bowels and hoarseness. Recognize symptoms of heartburn, a condition that can irritate the voice box, with tips from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, has symptoms that include dizziness, ringing of the ears, confusion and headaches. Learn about symptoms of hypertension and potentially serious complications from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

Symptoms of poor circulations include pale discoloration, a sensation of pins and needles a purplish type of coloration. Learn about symptoms of poor blood circulation, also known as peripheral vascular disease, from a family practice physician in this free video series on health care and medical conditions.

A symptom is a departure from normal function or feeling which is noticed by a patient, indicating the presence of disease or abnormality. A symptom is subjective, observed by the patient and not measured. Symptoms may be chronic, relapsing or remitting. They also may progressively worsen or progressively become better. Some symptoms occur in a wide range of disease processes, whereas other symptoms are fairly specific for a narrow range of illnesses. Some symptoms can be misleading to the patient or the medical practitioner caring for them. In this free video series, a family practice physician provides information on symptoms for a variety of medical conditions. Discover symptoms for acid reflux, alcohol poisoning, liver disease and hypertension. Detect heart attacks early, prevent heartburn and minimize eczema symptoms with these health tips.
Ken Savage Ken Savage is a graduate of the Kansas City University school of medicine and bioscience. He completed his internship at Suncoast Hospital, and is now in private practice in Tampa, Fla. as a family practitioner.dkdk
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