Schizoid personality disorder is characterized by a marked distancing from social relationships and preference for carrying out other activities alone, feeling little or no pleasure in carrying out these activities, in addition to a reduction in the change of expressions in social situations. Thus, it is common for people with this disorder to be described […]
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Selective eating disorder is a relatively common childhood eating disorder, which occurs when a child always eats the same foods, rejecting all other options outside of their acceptance pattern. Thus, it is common for children to always like to eat the same meals, rejecting new foods, and having difficulty eating in restaurants and at other […]
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Sinusitis during pregnancy is an inflammation of the nasal sinuses that leads to the accumulation of secretions in the cavities of the nose, eyes and face, resulting in symptoms such as headache, runny nose and a feeling of pressure in the face. Sinusitis during pregnancy can be caused by viral, bacterial or fungal infections, or […]
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Osteopenia is the gradual decrease in bone mass, which makes bones more fragile and increases the risk of fractures. Furthermore, when osteopenia is not identified and treated correctly, it can develop into osteoporosis, where the bones are so weak and can break with just movements or small blows. Osteopenia is more common in postmenopausal women […]
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The endometrial polyp is a benign tumor in the wall of the uterus, which can cause symptoms such as vaginal bleeding, abdominal pain and, in some cases, difficulty getting pregnant. Although an endometrial polyp is not always considered a serious problem, there is a risk of it developing into a malignant polyp. This risk is […]
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Hydrops fetalis is the accumulation of fluid in two or more tissues or organs of the baby during pregnancy, such as the lungs, heart, abdomen or skin, causing skin swelling, pleural effusion, pericardial effusion or ascites. Hydrops fetalis is normally diagnosed during prenatal ultrasound examination, and can be caused by a complication due to blood […]
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Submucosal myoma is a benign tumor that develops within the muscular wall of the uterus (myometrium), and close to the endometrium, due to the proliferation of cells in the myometrium, leading to the formation of nodules inside the uterus and which can cause pelvic pain and excessive bleeding. The exact cause of submucosal fibroids is […]
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Uterine fibroid, also known as uterine myoma, is a benign tumor formed by muscle tissue, which is located in the uterus and can have different sizes. Fibromas generally do not cause symptoms, but in some cases they can lead to abdominal pain, heavy bleeding and even cause complications during pregnancy. Treatment varies greatly depending on […]
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Lactose intolerance causes symptoms such as a bloated belly, gas, poor digestion and/or diarrhea, shortly after eating foods with lactose, whether milk or its derivatives, such as cheese, yogurt or butter. The intensity of symptoms can vary according to each person’s degree of intolerance, being more frequent and more intense in those with greater sensitivity. […]
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What are the symptoms and causes of a urinary tract infection? Burning when peeing, dark and strong-smelling urine, among other warnings, may be signs of a urinary tract infection. Learn to identify the signs. Any problem with the urinary system is usually very uncomfortable, causing a lot of pain. One of the most common is […]
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