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TachycardiaA–Z Health · Cardiovascular
Recommended Care

Rest & Vagal Maneuvers

Preparation & Use

Sit down and rest. Try deep breathing or coughing gently to slow heart. Avoid caffeine.

Safety & Precautions

CAUTION: If persistent, needs ECG.

When to See Doctor

Heart rate >100 bpm at rest, dizziness, or chest pain.

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TB (Tuberculosis)A–Z Health · Infectious Disease
Recommended Care

DOTS Treatment & Nutrition

Preparation & Use

Take full course of antibiotics (6-9 months) under DOTS program. Eat high-protein diet. Wear mask to prevent spread.

Safety & Precautions

CRITICAL: Curable but needs strict adherence. Highly contagious.

When to See Doctor

Cough >2 weeks, weight loss, night sweats, or blood in sputum.

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TetanusA–Z Health · Infectious Disease / Emergency
Recommended Care

Vaccination & Wound Care

Preparation & Use

Clean wound thoroughly. Get Tetanus Toxoid injection if last dose was >5-10 years ago.

Safety & Precautions

PREVENTABLE: Vaccination is key. Fatal if untreated.

When to See Doctor

After any deep/dirty wound if vaccination is not up to date.

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ThalassemiaA–Z Health · Blood & Immunity / Genetic
Recommended Care

Blood Transfusions & Chelation

Preparation & Use

Regular blood transfusions if severe. Take iron chelation therapy to remove excess iron. Folic acid supplements.

Safety & Precautions

CRITICAL: Needs lifelong hematologist care.

When to See Doctor

Pale skin, fatigue, slow growth in children.

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Thrush (Yeast Infection)A–Z Health · Infectious / Women's Health
Recommended Care

Antifungal Medication

Preparation & Use

Use prescribed antifungal cream/suppository. Keep area dry. Wear cotton underwear.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE treatment. CAUTION: Recurrent thrush needs diabetes check.

When to See Doctor

Itching, burning, or thick white discharge.

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Thyroid (Overactive)A–Z Health · Endocrine Health
Recommended Care

Medication & Stress Management

Preparation & Use

Take prescribed anti-thyroid meds. Avoid iodine-rich foods (seafood). Practice relaxation techniques.

Safety & Precautions

CAUTION: Can affect heart rhythm.

When to See Doctor

Rapid heartbeat, weight loss, tremors, or bulging eyes.

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Thyroid (Underactive)A–Z Health · Endocrine Health
Recommended Care

Medication & Diet

Preparation & Use

Take Levothyroxine on empty stomach. Eat selenium-rich foods (nuts). Avoid raw cabbage/soy in excess.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE management. CAUTION: Needs lifelong monitoring.

When to See Doctor

Fatigue, weight gain, cold sensitivity, or hair loss.

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TonsillitisA–Z Health · ENT Health
Recommended Care

Salt Water Gargle & Rest

Preparation & Use

Gargle with warm salt water. Drink warm fluids. Take antibiotics if bacterial.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE home care. CAUTION: Recurrent cases may need surgery.

When to See Doctor

Difficulty breathing, swallowing, or high fever.

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ToothacheA–Z Health · Oral Health
Recommended Care

Clove Oil & Dentist Visit

Preparation & Use

Apply clove oil on cotton to painful area. Rinse with warm salt water. See dentist for filling/root canal.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE temporary relief. CAUTION: Pain indicates underlying issue.

When to See Doctor

Persistent pain, swelling, or fever.

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Torticollis (Wry Neck)A–Z Health · Musculoskeletal Health
Recommended Care

Heat & Gentle Stretch

Preparation & Use

Apply warm compress. Gently stretch neck to opposite side. Massage tight muscles.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE relief. CAUTION: If sudden after injury, see doctor.

When to See Doctor

Pain after trauma, fever, or inability to move neck.

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Tourette SyndromeA–Z Health · Neurological
Recommended Care

Behavioral Therapy & Support

Preparation & Use

CBIT therapy helps manage tics. Reduce stress. Educate family/school for support.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE management. CAUTION: Needs neurological evaluation.

When to See Doctor

Frequent motor/vocal tics affecting daily life.

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ToxoplasmosisA–Z Health · Infectious Disease
Recommended Care

Hygiene & Medical Care

Preparation & Use

Wash hands after handling cat litter. Cook meat thoroughly. Pregnant women should avoid cleaning litter boxes.

Safety & Precautions

CAUTION: Dangerous for unborn babies.

When to See Doctor

Flu-like symptoms in pregnant women or immunocompromised people.

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TrachomaA–Z Health · Eye Health / Infectious
Recommended Care

Antibiotics & Hygiene

Preparation & Use

Keep face clean. Use prescribed antibiotic ointment. Improve sanitation.

Safety & Precautions

PREVENTABLE: Leading cause of infectious blindness.

When to See Doctor

Itchy eyes, discharge, or eyelashes turning inward.

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TremorsA–Z Health · Neurological
Recommended Care

Identify Cause & Therapy

Preparation & Use

Reduce caffeine/stress. Check for thyroid/Parkinson’s. Use weighted utensils if needed.

Safety & Precautions

CAUTION: Needs diagnosis to treat underlying cause.

When to See Doctor

Tremors interfering with eating/writing or worsening over time.

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TrichomoniasisA–Z Health · STD / Women's Health
Recommended Care

Antibiotic Treatment

Preparation & Use

Take prescribed metronidazole. Treat partner too. Avoid sex until cured.

Safety & Precautions

CAUTION: Common STD. Curable with meds.

When to See Doctor

Itching, burning, or foul-smelling discharge.

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Trigger FingerA–Z Health · Musculoskeletal Health
Recommended Care

Rest & Splinting

Preparation & Use

Rest hand. Wear splint at night. Gentle stretching. Steroid injection if severe.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE conservative care.

When to See Doctor

Finger locks in bent position or is painful.

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Tubal Pregnancy (Ectopic)A–Z Health · Women's Health / EmergencyUrgent information
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Recommended Care

Immediate Surgery/Medication

Preparation & Use

Go to ER immediately. Cannot continue pregnancy. Needs methotrexate or surgery.

Safety & Precautions

EMERGENCY: Life-threatening if tube ruptures.

When to See Doctor

IMMEDIATELY: Sharp abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, shoulder pain.

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Turner SyndromeA–Z Health · Genetic / Child Health
Recommended Care

Hormone Therapy & Monitoring

Preparation & Use

Growth hormone therapy in childhood. Estrogen therapy at puberty. Regular heart/kidney checks.

Safety & Precautions

CAUTION: Needs pediatric endocrinologist care.

When to See Doctor

Short stature, delayed puberty, or heart defects.

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