- 21. Hashimoto's disease
- (Hashimoto's disease)
- ... Although generally not uncomfortable, a very large goiter can affect your appearance and may interfere with swallowing or breathing. Heart problems. Hashimoto's disease also may be associated with ...
- 22. Goiter
- (Goiter)
- ... swallowing Difficulty breathing Your thyroid gland produces two main hormones — thyroxine and triiodothyronine (T-3). These hormones circulate in your bloodstream and help regulate your metabolism. ...
- 23. Thyroid cancer
- (Thyroid cancer)
- ... to the nerves connected to your vocal cords, which can cause vocal cord paralysis, hoarseness, soft voice or difficulty breathing. Thyroid hormone therapy After thyroid cancer surgery, you'll take ...
- 24. Thoracic outlet syndrome
- (Thoracic outlet syndrome)
- ... vessels and nerves in the thoracic outlet. Relaxation. Techniques that help you relax, such as deep breathing, can keep you from tensing your shoulders and remind you to maintain good posture. Medications. Your ...
- 25. Tetralogy of Fallot
- (Tetralogy of Fallot)
- ... low in oxygen (cyanosis) Shortness of breath and rapid breathing, especially during feeding Loss of consciousness (fainting) Clubbing of fingers and toes — an abnormal, rounded shape of the nail ...
- 26. Tetanus
- (Tetanus)
- ... cause lasting brain damage, ranging from minor mental deficits to cerebral palsy. Death. Severe tetanus-induced (tetanic) muscle spasms can interfere with your breathing, causing periods in which ...
- 27. Tension headache
- (Tension headache )
- ... fingertips. Or have someone else do the massage for you. The American Massage Therapy Association can provide referrals to licensed practitioners. Deep breathing, biofeedback and behavior therapies. A ...
- 28. TMJ disorders
- (TMJ disorders)
- ... or teeth grinding and may help alleviate TMJ symptoms. Beneficial techniques include: Deep breathing. To practice deep breathing, sit comfortably with your feet flat on the floor. Breathe in through ...
- 29. Tuberculosis
- (Tuberculosis)
- ... usually attacks your lungs. Signs and symptoms of TB of the lungs include: Coughing that lasts three or more weeks Coughing up blood Chest pain, or pain with breathing or coughing But tuberculosis ...
- 30. Tapeworm infection
- (Tapeworm infection)
- ... difficulty breathing. Surgery or organ transplantation may be needed in severe cases. For a tapeworm infection, you might first see your primary physician. However, in some cases, he or she may ...
- 31. Herniated disk
- (Herniated disk)
- ... your pain isn't imaginary and make necessary adjustments to accommodate it. Manage stress. Stress magnifies pain. Try doing deep-breathing exercises and practicing other relaxation techniques when ...
- 32. Kyphosis
- (Kyphosis)
- ... the condition. Back pain. In some cases, the misalignment of the spine can lead to pain, which can become severe and disabling. Breathing difficulties. In severe cases, the curve may cause ...
- 33. Understanding Birth
- (Featured Classes)
- Your personal journey through prepared childbirth. Bring your partner along on this five-week adventure or weekend journey through childbirth including labor and delivery, breathing and relaxation, hospital ...
- 34. Childbirth Classes
- (Childbirth and Early Parenting)
- ... on this adventure through childbirth, including labor and delivery, breathing and relaxation, hospital procedures and cesarean birth. The Gift of Motherhood - Online Childbirth Education Program: If ...
- 35. Rickets
- (Rickets)
- ... Dental defects Breathing problems and pneumonia Seizures You'll likely start by seeing your family doctor or a pediatrician. Depending on the cause of your child's symptoms, you may be referred ...
- 36. Broken ribs
- (Broken ribs)
- ... deep breaths or hinders your breathing. If you experience pressure, fullness or a squeezing pain in the center of your chest that lasts for more than a few minutes, pain that extends beyond your chest ...
- 37. Reye's syndrome
- (Reye's syndrome)
- ... such as a cold. Initial signs and symptoms For children younger than age 2, the first signs of Reye's syndrome may include: Diarrhea Rapid breathing For older children and teenagers, early ...
- 38. Rett syndrome
- (Rett syndrome)
- ... Breathing problems. These include breath-holding (apnea), abnormally rapid breathing (hyperventilation), and forceful exhalation air or saliva. These problems tend to occur during waking hours, ...
- 39. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
- (Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV))
- ... of the small airway passages entering the lungs. Signs and symptoms may include: High fever Severe cough Wheezing — a high-pitched noise that's usually heard on breathing out (exhaling) Rapid ...
- 40. Bile reflux
- (Bile reflux)
- ... under stress, digestion slows, possibly worsening reflux symptoms. Relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing, meditation or yoga, may help. Many people with frequent heartburn use over-the-counter ...
