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
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
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
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
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