Nervous breakdown: What does it mean? - Mayo Clinic Nervous breakdown isn't a medical term What some people call a nervous breakdown may indicate a mental health problem that's causing a mental health crisis and needs attention Two examples are depression and anxiety, which can be treated by medicines, talk therapy, also called psychotherapy, or both
Bedsores (pressure ulcers) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo . . . - Mayo Clinic People need enough fluids, calories, protein, vitamins and minerals every day to maintain healthy skin and stop the breakdown of tissues Medical conditions affecting blood flow Health problems that can affect blood flow can raise the risk of tissue damage such as bedsores
Bipolar disorder - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Prevention There's no sure way to prevent bipolar disorder But getting treated as soon as you notice a mental health disorder can help stop bipolar disorder or other mental health conditions from getting worse
Osteoarthritis - Symptoms causes - Mayo Clinic Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide It happens when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones wears down over time
Anxiety disorders - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Overview Experiencing occasional anxiety is a normal part of life However, people with anxiety disorders frequently have intense, excessive and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations
Emphysema - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Emphysema is a long-term lung condition that causes shortness of breath Over time, the condition damages the thin walls of the air sacs in the lungs called alveoli
Polymyositis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Symptoms The muscle weakness associated with polymyositis involves the muscles closest to the trunk, such as those in your hips, thighs, shoulders, upper arms and neck
Pregnancy weight gain: Whats healthy? - Mayo Clinic Let's say your baby weighs in at 7 or 8 pounds (about 3 to 3 6 kilograms) That accounts for some of your pregnancy weight gain What about the rest? Here's a sample breakdown: Larger breasts: 1 to 3 pounds (about 0 5 to 1 4 kilogram) Larger uterus: 2 pounds (about 0 9 kilogram) Placenta: 1 1 2 pounds (about 0 7 kilogram)