Low back pain is extremely common and can affect people across the lifespan. Most episodes are not caused by a serious underlying disorder and may improve within several weeks. Pain may develop following muscular strain or mechanical stress. Other causes include intervertebral disc disorders and nerve irritation, such as sciatica. In many patients, however, no
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Insulin resistance occurs when cells in the muscle, adipose tissue, and liver become less responsive to the effects of insulin. As a result, the body may require higher insulin levels to maintain normal glucose regulation. Importantly, insulin resistance usually does not produce recognizable symptoms. It can remain clinically silent for years, while progressive metabolic dysfunction
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Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a bacterium that colonizes the gastric mucosa. Many infected individuals remain asymptomatic, but the infection can cause gastritis and is strongly associated with peptic ulcer disease. It is also an established risk factor for certain forms of gastric cancer. When symptoms occur, they may include upper abdominal pain or burning,
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Losing weight steadily and then seeing the scale stop changing can be frustrating. However, a weight-loss plateau is a common part of weight management and does not necessarily mean that your dietary plan has failed. As body weight decreases, a smaller body requires less energy to maintain itself. Weight loss can also trigger metabolic adaptations
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