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  2. Calcific tendinitis - Wikipedia

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    Calcific tendinitis is a common condition where deposits of calcium phosphate form in a tendon, sometimes causing pain at the affected site. Deposits can occur in several places in the body, but are by far most common in the rotator cuff of the shoulder. Around 80% of those with deposits experience symptoms, typically chronic pain during ...

  3. Calcific bursitis - Wikipedia

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    Calcific bursitis refers to calcium deposits within the bursae. This most occurs in the shoulder area. The most common bursa for calcific bursitis to occur is the subacromial bursa. A bursa is a small, fluid-filled sac that reduces friction, and facilitates movements between its adjacent tissues (i.e., between tendon and bone, two muscles or ...

  4. X-ray shows calcium buildup in shoulder may be cause of ... - AOL

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    Calcium can build up in many places in the body, include the shoulder causing calcific tendonitis there. Initial treatment is usually with NSAIDs. X-ray shows calcium buildup in shoulder may be ...

  5. Calcification - Wikipedia

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    Calcification is the accumulation of calcium salts in a body tissue. It normally occurs in the formation of bone, but calcium can be deposited abnormally in soft tissue, [1] [2] causing it to harden. Calcifications may be classified on whether there is mineral balance or not, and the location of the calcification. [3]

  6. Hydroxyapatite - Wikipedia

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    Carbonated calcium-deficient hydroxyapatite is the main mineral of which dental enamel and dentin are composed. Hydroxyapatite crystals are also found in pathological calcifications such as those found in breast tumors , [ 8 ] as well as calcifications within the pineal gland (and other structures of the brain) known as corpora arenacea or ...

  7. Shoulder impingement syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Shoulder impingement syndrome is a syndrome involving tendonitis (inflammation of tendons) of the rotator cuff muscles as they pass through the subacromial space, the passage beneath the acromion. It is particularly associated with tendonitis of the supraspinatus muscle. [1] This can result in pain, weakness, and loss of movement at the ...

  8. Ectopic calcification - Wikipedia

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    Ectopic calcification is a pathologic deposition of calcium salts in tissues or bone growth in soft tissues. This can be a symptom of hyperphosphatemia. Formation of osseous tissue in soft tissues such as the lungs, eyes, arteries, or other organs is known as ectopic calcification, dystrophic calcification, or ectopic ossification. [1]

  9. How to drink less during the holidays: 5 expert tips to help ...

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    Embracing mocktails, having an accountability buddy and delaying your first drink can help you curb your drinking during festive gatherings.