These Common Diseases Have Some Very Unusual Symptoms

Most of us are familiar with the symptoms that illnesses like colds, Asthma, and other commonly-seen diseases present with. However, there are a few symptoms that may occur that resemble symptoms of other illnesses, or are rare enough that they are unlikely to be noticed or connected to the ailment you may actually have. 

 

With over 400 million people worldwide suffering from diabetes, 300 million suffering from Asthma, and 35 million a year being treated for Sinusitis, these diseases, though not always fatal, are widely prevalent and can lead to more serious health issues. 

 

So here are a few lesser-known symptoms of some common ailments seen across the globe, that you can keep an eye out for.  

 

1. Jaw Pain

Angina is a form of heart disease, usually associated with symptoms like chest pain, tightness in the lungs and heavy breathing. But the symptoms can extend beyond this, and can result in pain in the joints. 

 

This disease can also affect the joints connected to the jaw, resulting in pain and discomfort to the area. Pain extending beyond the arm and chest to the jaw and teeth can also be a symptom of a heart attack. 

 

 2. Excessive Salivation

Saliva has long since been a very helpful tool for doctors in recognizing symptoms and diagnosing illnesses, such as bronchitis (since the early 19th century), and even measles, rubella and HIV. An excessive production of saliva by the body has also been associated with acid reflux.

 

Saliva plays a very important role in keeping our esophageal tract clear of stomach acid, most of which is removed with the saliva when swallowing food. For people suffering from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), it indicates a high level of stomach acid which causes intestinal distress and heart-burn. 

 

The body instinctively produces abnormally high amounts of saliva to act as a lubricant and protect the throat from being affected by the acid which can cause pain and irritability. Unfortunately, it may also be a sign that you’re about to throw up due to esophageal irritation, so it’s best to stay vigilant. 

 

While excessive saliva can be a bit annoying, it is far better than struggling with low amounts of the fluid.  

 

3. Dry Cough

Asthma is a chronic illness affecting the lungs and is usually associated with symptoms like wheezing, heavy breathing or shortness of breath, and exhaustion. However, in certain forms of asthma, the usual symptoms aren’t present. Instead, the illness presents itself in the form of a persistent dry cough. 

 

A dry cough is the type of cough you experience that doesn’t help get rid of mucus lodged in your respiratory tract, and is essentially considered to be non-productive. This cough-variant asthma is more prevalent in children with asthma, though even for adults, this cough has been known to last for up to six weeks and counting. 

 

4. Extreme thirst or hunger

Though these symptoms aren’t always associated with this disease, one of the many symptoms of Type 2 diabetes is excessive thirst and hunger. This is because of the fluctuating blood sugar levels in diabetics. 

 

When blood sugar levels reduce, energy levels also reduce which creates a craving for anything sweet and a high carb diet, to get a quick burst of strength. Unfortunately, this burst dissipates faster than anticipated and within hours, the exhaustion returns, often with a vengeance, the cravings promptly follow suit. 

 

While this symptom is typically seen in diabetics above the age of 40, it can also affect young patients. The best way to manage fatigue as a diabetic is to stick to a high protein diet, heavy in nutritional content.  

 

5. Fruity Breath

Much like how kidney diseases can cause one’s breath to smell like ammonia, diabetes can also cause halitosis and result in one’s breath taking on a fruity but foul scent. 

 

This disease raises the glucose level in the body, which can increase the growth of bacteria in the body causing inflammation. Damage to blood vessels can further exacerbate the infection, due to reduced blood flow to the gums, which slows down the healing process. 

 

This can lead to gum diseases like periodontitis and gingivitis, which is the major cause of bad breath. In cases of low blood sugar, the body burns fat to compensate for the lack of glucose, which increases the production of ketones in the body. 

 

High ketone levels cause diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a major symptom of which is a pungent fruity odor.  

 

 

6. Tooth pain

The sinuses are essentially just a connection of cavities (holes) in the skull, present behind the nose and eyes. Sinus infections are most commonly recognized by a runny nose, fever and sometimes halitosis as well. However, that stuffy nose can put an immense amount of pressure on the maxillary sinuses, which are the cavities located behind the cheekbones. This pressure can result in an immense pain in the mouth and of the teeth. Sinusitis can also reduce the amount of saliva produced which causes dry mouth. Dry mouth can have a negative effect on dental hygiene, as the lack of saliva to get rid of the bacteria can cause tooth decay and gum diseases, which (as I mentioned before), is a major contributor to bad breath.  

 

 

7. Yellowing of the eyes and skin

This particular symptom is normally associated with liver disease. As it turns out, jaundice, which is when the skin and eyes take on a yellowish hue, can also occur as a result of gall bladder diseases. 

 

Inflammation of the gall bladder can lead to an obstruction of the bile duct. Because of this obstruction, the bladder is unable to normally process bilirubin, which is a yellow fluid present in the body that is vital to the break-down of waste during excretion. 

 

 When bilirubin is blocked from leaving the body, it accumulates in the skin to compensate for the sudden build-up, which is a condition known as hyperbilirubinemia. This build-up of bilirubin is the main cause of skin turning yellow, and discoloration of the eyes. 

 

 

8. Wrinkled Sock syndrome

You know that uncomfortable feeling you get when the sole of your foot tightens, and it can seem like its the pressure of a sock wrinkling under your feet? This sensation is also known as Morton’s neuroma and has nothing to do with your socks. 

 

It is a condition by which the nerves in the feet and toes become compressed and can cause sensory deprivation to the toes, which is what results in that numb, almost pins-and-needles-like sensation. 

 

This nerve entrapment often occurs in people suffering from hernias. The most predominant cause is herniated discs present in the spine, which can put an immense amount of pressure on the nerves of the lower legs. 

 

Morton’s neuroma is most commonly seen in women, and has been linked to excessive use of high heels.

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Here's why cold induces tooth pain, hypersensitivity; some remedies for it

A team of researchers from Boston University have uncovered a new function for odontoblasts, the cells that form dentin, the shell beneath the tooth's enamel that encases the soft dental pulp containing nerves and blood vessels.

The results of the study were published in the journal of Science Advances.

"We found that odontoblasts, which support the shape of the tooth, are also responsible for sensing cold," says pathologist Jochen Lennerz, MD, PhD, one of the paper's senior authors and medical director of the Center for Integrated Diagnostics at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). "This research contributes a new function to this cell, which is exciting from a basic-science standpoint. But we now also know how to interfere with this cold-sensing function to inhibit dental pain."

Teeth that hurt from exposure to cold can occur for many reasons. Many people have experienced intense pain from cold when they have a hole in a tooth from an untreated cavity, for example. But teeth can also become very sensitive to cold from gum erosion due to aging. Some cancer patients treated with platinum-based chemotherapies have extreme cold sensitivity all over their bodies. "A breeze on the face registers as extreme pain in the teeth, which may even cause some patients to stop therapy," says Lennerz.

Tooth pain has been notoriously difficult to study. A tooth's hardness makes it a challenging tissue to study and inducing tooth pain in humans requires opening the tooth. The team of researchers, therefore, conducted experiments on mice whose molars were drilled under anaesthesia. Mice with dental injuries manifest pain with their behaviour; they drink up to 300 per cent more sugar water than their littermates without dental injuries, for example. In previous research, the team of investigators had discovered TRCP5, a protein encoded by the TRCP5 gene that is expressed in nerves in many parts of the body. Their earlier discovery allowed the researchers to zero in on TRCP5 as a mediator of pain from cold.

By studying genetically altered mice that did not have the TRCP5 gene, the researchers found that the mice with injured teeth did not manifest the increased drinking behaviour and behaved like mice without dental injuries.

"We now have definitive proof that the temperature sensor TRCP5 transmits cold via the odontoblast and triggers nerves to fire, creating pain and cold hypersensitivity," says Lennerz. "This cold sensitivity may be the body's way to protect a damaged tooth from additional injury."

Specifically, in response to cold, the TRCP5 protein opens channels in the membrane of odontoblasts, enabling other molecules, such as calcium, to enter and interact with the cell. If the tooth's pulp is inflamed from a deep cavity, for example, TRCP5 is overabundant, causing increased electrical signaling via the nerves emerging from the root of the tooth and running to the brain, where pain is perceived. When gums recede from ageing, teeth can become hypersensitive because the odontoblasts are sensing cold in a newly exposed region of the tooth. "Most cells and tissues slow their metabolism in the presence of cold, which is why donor organs are put on ice," says Lennerz. "But TRPC5 makes cells more active in cold, and the odontoblasts' ability to sense cold via TRPC5 makes this discovery so exciting."

Lennerz confirmed the presence of the TRPCS protein in extracted human teeth, which was a technical tour de force. "Our teeth aren't meant to be cut into ultra-thin layers so they can be studied under the microscope," says Lennerz, who first had to decalcify the teeth and put them in epoxy resin before slicing them and identifying the TRPC5 channels in the odontoblasts.

The research team also identified a pharmacological target for minimizing tooth sensitivity to cold. For centuries, oil of cloves has been used as a remedy for tooth pain. The active agent in the oil of cloves is eugenol, which happens to block TRCP5. Toothpaste containing eugenol are already on the market, but the findings of this study may lead to more potent applications to treat teeth that are hypersensitive to cold. And there may be novel applications for eugenol, such as treating patients systemically for extreme cold sensitivity from chemotherapy. "I'm excited to see how other researchers will apply our findings," says Lennerz. 

 

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8 Lesser-Known Symptoms of Commonly Known Diseases

Most of us are familiar with the symptoms that illnesses like colds, Asthma, and other commonly-seen diseases present with. However, there are a few symptoms that may occur that resemble symptoms of other illnesses, or are rare enough that they are unlikely to be noticed or connected to the ailment you may actually have.
With over 400 million people worldwide suffering from diabetes, 300 million suffering from Asthma, and 35 million a year being treated for Sinusitis, these diseases, though not always fatal, are widely prevalent and can lead to more serious health issues.
So here are a few lesser-known symptoms of some common ailments seen across the globe, that you can keep an eye out for.       
1. Jaw Pain

Angina is a form of heart disease, usually associated with symptoms like chest pain, tightness in the lungs and heavy breathing. But the symptoms can extend beyond this, and can result in pain in the joints.
This disease can also affect the joints connected to the jaw, resulting in pain and discomfort to the area. Pain extending beyond the arm and chest to the jaw and teeth can also be a symptom of a heart attack. 

2. Excessive Salivation 

Saliva has long since been a very helpful tool for doctors in recognizing symptoms and diagnosing illnesses, such as bronchitis (since the early 19th century), and even measles, rubella and HIV. An excessive production of saliva by the body has also been associated with acid reflux.
Saliva plays a very important role in keeping our esophageal tract clear of stomach acid, most of which is removed with the saliva when swallowing food. For people suffering from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), it indicates a high level of stomach acid which causes intestinal distress and heart-burn.
The body instinctively produces abnormally high amounts of saliva to act as a lubricant and protect the throat from being affected by the acid which can cause pain and irritability. Unfortunately, it may also be a sign that you’re about to throw up due to esophageal irritation, so it’s best to stay vigilant.
While excessive saliva can be a bit annoying, it is far better than struggling with low amounts of the fluid.    

3. Dry Cough 

Asthma is a chronic illness affecting the lungs and is usually associated with symptoms like wheezing, heavy breathing or shortness of breath, and exhaustion. However, in certain forms of asthma, the usual symptoms aren’t present. Instead, the illness presents itself in the form of a persistent dry cough.
A dry cough is the type of cough you experience that doesn’t help get rid of mucus lodged in your respiratory tract, and is essentially considered to be non-productive. This cough-variant asthma is more prevalent in children with asthma, though even for adults, this cough has been known to last for up to six weeks and counting.  

4. Extreme thirst or hunger 

Though these symptoms aren’t always associated with this disease, one of the many symptoms of Type 2 diabetes is excessive thirst and hunger. This is because of the fluctuating blood sugar levels in diabetics.
When blood sugar levels reduce, energy levels also reduce which creates a craving for anything sweet and a high carb diet, to get a quick burst of strength. Unfortunately, this burst dissipates faster than anticipated and within hours, the exhaustion returns, often with a vengeance, the cravings promptly follow suit.
While this symptom is typically seen in diabetics above the age of 40, it can also affect young patients. The best way to manage fatigue as a diabetic is to stick to a high protein diet, heavy in nutritional content.           

5. Fruity Breath 

Much like how kidney diseases can cause one’s breath to smell like ammonia, diabetes can also cause halitosis and result in one’s breath taking on a fruity but foul scent.
This disease raises the glucose level in the body, which can increase the growth of bacteria in the body causing inflammation. Damage to blood vessels can further exacerbate the infection, due to reduced blood flow to the gums, which slows down the healing process.
This can lead to gum diseases like periodontitis and gingivitis, which is the major cause of bad breath. In cases of low blood sugar, the body burns fat to compensate for the lack of glucose, which increases the production of ketones in the body.
High ketone levels cause diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a major symptom of which is a pungent fruity odor.        

6. Tooth pain 

The sinuses are essentially just a connection of cavities (holes) in the skull, present behind the nose and eyes. Sinus infections are most commonly recognized by a runny nose, fever and sometimes halitosis as well. However, that stuffy nose can put an immense amount of pressure on the maxillary sinuses, which are the cavities located behind the cheekbones. This pressure can result in an immense pain in the mouth and of the teeth. Sinusitis can also reduce the amount of saliva produced which causes dry mouth. Dry mouth can have a negative effect on dental hygiene, as the lack of saliva to get rid of the bacteria can cause tooth decay and gum diseases, which (as I mentioned before), is a major contributor to bad breath.    

7. Yellowing of the eyes and skin 

This particular symptom is normally associated with liver disease. As it turns out, jaundice, which is when the skin and eyes take on a yellowish hue, can also occur as a result of gall bladder diseases.
Inflammation of the gall bladder can lead to an obstruction of the bile duct. Because of this obstruction, the bladder is unable to normally process bilirubin, which is a yellow fluid present in the body that is vital to the break-down of waste during excretion.
When bilirubin is blocked from leaving the body, it accumulates in the skin to compensate for the sudden build-up, which is a condition known as hyperbilirubinemia. This build-up of bilirubin is the main cause of skin turning yellow, and discoloration of the eyes.    

8. Wrinkled Sock syndrome 

You know that uncomfortable feeling you get when the sole of your foot tightens, and it can seem like its the pressure of a sock wrinkling under your feet? This sensation is also known as Morton’s neuroma and has nothing to do with your socks.
It is a condition by which the nerves in the feet and toes become compressed and can cause sensory deprivation to the toes, which is what results in that numb, almost pins-and-needles-like sensation.
This nerve entrapment often occurs in people suffering from hernias. The most predominant cause is herniated discs present in the spine, which can put an immense amount of pressure on the nerves of the lower legs.
Morton’s neuroma is most commonly seen in women, and has been linked to excessive use of high heels.   

 

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The Many Advantages of Using Salt

There are more than 14,000 ways to use salt, and some are still in use today. Before you are some of the best advice for efficient use of salt to resolve a number of different problems. 

Important! If you are sensitive to salt, you must consult a doctor about the proper way of using it.

* There is a great Russian folk medicine: In case of food poisoning - drink vodka with salt. If you don't drink alcohol - drink a few glasses of water well salted, and then try to vomit them out. (This is NOT an alternative to medical treatment!)

* In case of a cold - Drink a bit of vodka with salt.

* If your blood pressure is down, quickly drinks a very salty glass of water.

* A good way to increase the amount of stomach acids for digestion: 5-30 minutes after eating, put 1-2 grams of sea or cooking salt on the edge of your tongue. After the salt melts, swallow the salty saliva in your mouth. Such a small amount of salt won't harm you but will cause an extra release of stomach acids.

* Salt is a great disinfectant - If you clean wounds with salt water soaked materials, they won't become inflamed.

* Granulomas of the tooth will be gone after 2 weeks of being cleaned with salt water.

 

* For tooth ache - Wash your mouth with salt water after every meal and before going to sleep.

* With pneumonia and strong coughing, place a washcloth soaked in salt water on the back of the person, in the area of the infection.

* Adenomas can be treated by holding down a cotton washcloth folded to four layers and soaked in salt water for 2 weeks time.

* Salt helps treat acne and boils. Use a little salt to put on a bandage and put it on the area for an hour. You can repeat the process a few times a day.

* When you have bruises, put compresses of salt and vinegar on them. They are also useful for treating headaches.

* To treat varicose veins - Use a compress of salt water on the problematic vein, and on that an elastic bandage. If you do this regularly, morning and evening, the veins will slowly return to normal.

* To treat foot fungus - Soak your feet for 5-10 minutes in a mixture of 2 table spoons of salt for every 0.5 liter of hot water. You can add some ground garlic to the mix. Repeat this until fully healed.

* After getting stung by a bee - Smear a bit of wet salt on the stung area, it will calm down the pain and the swelling.

* If you want smooth, healthy skin - Before showering, rub your body with a salt stone. In addition to a cosmetic treatment, you will also gain a medical benefit while ions of salt penetrate the skin and energize the body.

* A salt massage also helps to treat low blood pressure, chronic digestive problems, diabetes, and regular colds. That said there are also NEGATIVE side effects: Open wounds on the skin, rash or Eczema are possible.

 

 

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