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A toothache is a pain in or around a tooth that may be caused by: Tooth decay, Abscessed tooth, Tooth fracture, A damaged filling, Repetitive motions, such as chewing gum or grinding teeth, or Infected gums.

Whether it’s sharp and sudden or dull and constant, tooth pain is hard to ignore.A toothache or tooth pain is caused when the nerve in the root of a tooth or surrounding a tooth is irritated. Dental (tooth) infection, decay, injury, or loss of a tooth are the most common causes of dental pain. Pain may also occur after an extraction (tooth is pulled out). Pain sometimes originates from other areas and radiates to the jaw, thus appearing to be tooth pain. The most common areas include the jaw joint (temporomandibular joint or TMJ), ear pain, sinuses, and even occasional heart problems.

Bacteria growing inside your mouth can contribute to gum disease and dental decay, both of which can cause pain. Often, gum disease will not result in any pain.

You can prevent the majority of dental problems by flossing, brushing with fluoride toothpaste, and having your teeth professionally cleaned twice a year. The dentist may apply sealants and fluoride, which are especially important for children’s teeth.

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Shingles is a rash that turns into red, fluid-filled blisters. They usually dry out and crust over within 7 to 10 days.

Shingles is a rash that is caused by the same virus as chickenpox (varicella-zoster), and is characterized as a painful rash that appears on one side of your body in a band. The chickenpox virus can get reactivated by physical or emotional stress and present itself as shingles. Those with a weakened immune system are at a greater risk of experiencing shingles. If you experience numbness or burning in an area that is followed by a rash, it may be shingles and should be treated as soon as possible, as early treatment yields the best results. If you experience shingles in the eye, go to the hospital right away.

What Are Risk Factors for Shingles?

A weakened immune system might wake up the virus. After you’ve had chickenpox, you’re more likely to get shingles if you:

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Head lice is a parasitic insect that is commonly seen among school-age children and adults living under the same roof. It is very contagious and spread by direct contact. Head lice is found in the head, near the scalp and is not related to personal hygiene. Head lice is typically accompanied by lots of itching of the scalp, and visible eggs and insects which are very small and white in color. It is best to seek treatment as soon as head lice is noted to be present to minimize contagiousness and discomfort.

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Most of the time, vaginal discharge is perfectly normal. The amount can vary, as can odor and color (which can range from clear to a milky white-ish), depending on the time in your menstrual cycle. For example, there will be more discharge when you’re ovulating, breastfeeding, or sexually aroused. It may smell different when you’re pregnant or you’ve been letting your personal hygiene slide.

None of those changes is cause for alarm. However, if the color, smell, or consistency seems quite different than usual, especially if you also have vaginal itching or burning, you could be dealing with an infection or other condition.

What causes abnormal discharge?
Any change in the vagina’s balance of normal bacteria can affect the smell, color, or discharge texture. These are a few of the things that can upset that balance:

Male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) happens as hormone levels change over time. Finasteride is an FDA approved treatment for male pattern baldness. The American Hair Loss Association also recommends Finasteride as a first line treatment for men experiencing baldness. The way Finaseride works is by lowering Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) levels in the scalp. DHT is responsible for miniaturizing hair follicles, which eventually leads to baldness. Finasteride can reduce DHT by 60% which has proven in clinical trials to stop the progression of hair loss by 86% with men taking the Finasteride 1mg daily dose. Participants (65%) in the trial had substantial increase of hair growth. Contact our office or simply use our Telemedicine application to get your prescription of Finasteride today!

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Sexually transmitted diseases, commonly called STDs, are diseases that are spread by having sex with someone who has an STD. You can get a sexually transmitted disease from sexual activity that involves the mouth, anus, vagina, or penis.

According to the American Social Health Association, 1 out of 4 teens in the United States become infected with an STD each year. By the age of 25, half of all sexually active young adults will get an STD.

STDs are serious illnesses that require treatment. Some STDs, like HIV, can’t be cured and are deadly. By learning more, you can find out ways to protect yourself from the following STDs.

Three things cause sexually transmitted diseases:

If you’re sexually active, there’s a chance that you can catch an STD. That chance can go up if you:

Sometimes there are no symptoms of STDs. If you have symptoms, they may include one or more of the following:

If you don’t have symptoms, your doctor might order different screening tests, depending on your age and health.

You may have ones for:

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Dandruff — those dry, white flakes of skin you brush off your collar or shoulders — is harmless. But it can be embarrassing and itchy. Dandruff really isn’t about your hair, or how often you wash it. Instead, it’s about the skin on your scalp. Learn more below.

Skin cells that grow and die off too fast are the problem. Exactly why that happens isn’t clear. A very common fungus called malassezia may contribute to dandruff. This fungus lives on the scalp of most healthy adults without causing any problems. One theory is that the immune system of someone with dandruff may overreact to that fungus.

Dandruff may get worse when you’re stressed or sick. Cold, dry winters can trigger dandruff or make it worse, too.

One common cause is seborrheic dermatitis, or seborrhea. Some people with dandruff may also have seborrheic dermatitis in other areas of the body, such as their ears, the center of the face, and the center of the chest.

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If a follicle has closed, disappeared, scarred, or not generated a new hair in years, then a new hair wouldn’t be able to grow,” Fusco says. But if the follicle is still intact, yes, it is possible to regrow the hair.

Generally, hair loss has been considered a male issue, but it’s becoming more of a concern for women also. Anyone experiencing thinning hair on the scalp is a good candidate for PRP Therapy for Hair Restoration. Researchers have been able to re-grow hair in balding patients with a series of injections known as Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP). Studies have noted that PRP has been found to have a positive effect on male and female pattern hair loss without major adverse side effects.

Male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) happens as hormone levels change over time. Finasteride is an FDA approved treatment for male pattern baldness. The American Hair Loss Association also recommends Finasteride as a first line treatment for men experiencing baldness. The way Finaseride works is by lowering Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) levels in the scalp. DHT is responsible for miniaturizing hair follicles, which eventually leads to baldness. Finasteride can reduce DHT by 60% which has proven in clinical trials to stop the progression of hair loss by 86% with men taking the Finasteride 1mg daily dose. Participants (65%) in the trial had substantial increase of hair growth. Contact our office or simply use our Telemedicine application to get your prescription of Finasteride today!

Comprehensive Acne Treatment Solutions

Acne may be treated with a combination of remedies including over-the-counter skin care, acne medications, and chemical or laser procedures. Learn safe ways to banish blackheads, whiteheads, and cystic acne, and get the clear skin you want. Learn more below.

Acne is seen in many people including adults, though it is most commonly seen in teenagers and young adults. Acne has various triggers, with the most common being hormonal changes or conditions, medications, and intolerance to certain products used on the face or body. Acne is most commonly seen on the face, but can also be present on the body, most often seen on the back. Acne can be treated by oral or topical antibiotics and medications.

Understanding Allergy Symptoms Overview

An allergy is a hypersensitive reaction by the immune system to substances that are typically harmless, such as pollen, pet dander, or certain foods. When an individual with allergies encounters these allergens, their immune system overreacts, causing symptoms that can range from mild, like sneezing and itchy eyes, to severe, like difficulty breathing or anaphylaxis. At TNC Walk-In Clinic, we specialize in diagnosing and treating various types of allergies. Our comprehensive approach includes identifying triggers, managing symptoms, and providing personalized treatment plans to improve your quality of life and help you navigate your allergic reactions effectively.