According to The College of Family Physicians of Canada, vomiting and diarrhea can be caused by a number of things, including bacteria, viruses, eating too much or too fast, eating too many sweets and even motion sickness.
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An infected pimple occurs when the follicle under your skin’s surface clogs from excess oil, dirt buildup or dead skin cells, which allows bacteria to form and cause the infection. Pimples, or acne, can develop on any area of the skin, but the common areas include the face, chest, shoulders, neck and upper back.
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A "charlie horse" is a muscle spasm that can affect any muscle, but they are most common in the legs. The muscle forcefully contracts without your control and it forms a knot and becomes very tight. These can come about when you are least expecting them to happen and they can cause a lot of pain and discomfort.
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Humidifiers help restore moisture to dry indoor air, but without proper care and maintenance they can pose a potentially serious risk to health.
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Mid-back pain typically arises due to a muscle strain caused by poor posture, lifting an object improperly, or sudden twisting, often during sports such as basketball, golf or softball. You can normally alleviate the pain caused by minor strains quickly if you follow a conservative treatment plan.
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Herbal Life is a company that produces a wide range of nutrition products, from vitamin supplements and diet pills to protein snacks and digestive health supplements. While these supplements may be beneficial to your health, you should research the ingredients in each supplement to avoid possible side effects.
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The symptom of water retention indicates that fluid is pooling in the tissues of the body. Water retention, also called swelling or edema, occurs for several reasons. Anyone with persistent swelling should seek the advice of a licensed medical professional.
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The urinary system consists of two kidneys, two ureters to connect the kidneys to the bladder, the bladder to hold the urine and the urethra to connect the bladder to outside the body.
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A keloid is scar tissue that grows and rises in or around a cartilage piercing. Keloids are commonly confused with hypertrophic scarring in ear cartilage piercings. Hypertrophic scarring is a temporary condition and is treated by changing the jewelry and subjecting the ear piercing to sea salt soaks.
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NBC Nightly News revisits the story of Zion Harvey, who a year ago became the first child ever to receive a double hand transplant.
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Puberty can be an awkward time of life. Hormone changes during puberty may cause your child to gain some weight.
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Antisocial personality disorder is the more acceptable term used to describe behaviors that are sometimes called psychopathic or sociopathic. One of the most perplexing factors of sociopaths is that they are often charming and seemingly normal.
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Beets are root vegetables that belong to the chenopod family, which also includes chard, spinach and quinoa. Beets contain unique pigments classified as betalains that display numerous properties beneficial to your health.
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Hormonal contraceptives, including the classic birth control pill, shot, ring, patch and "minipill," are very popular methods for preventing unplanned pregnancy. In general, hormone-based birth control methods are safe and associated with few side effects or drug interactions.
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The gluten found in wheat, barely and rye can cause a variety of gastrointestinal problems for people who are diagnosed with gluten sensitivity, including nausea and vomiting.
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Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus, which is highly contagious. A baby who come in direct contact with her mother’s cold sore may get the virus. While cold sores generally aren’t dangerous for adults, the virus may be dangerous for infants.
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High cholesterol has various effects on your body, one of which is fatigue. When plaque builds in the walls of your arteries, it leads to conditions such as coronary heart disease, CHD, and coronary microvascular disease, CMD.
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Almonds provide crunch and flavor, good for a snack on the go. You can also add almonds to salads and other dishes. Small quantities of almonds usually fit well into most diets, but eating too many can cause side effects. Understanding the risks helps you appropriately plan your diet and avoid pitfalls.
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Discover the benefits of using evening primrose oil while breastfeeding, but talk to your doctor first. Evening primrose oil is considered safe during lactation and may alleviate breast pain, eczema, and other symptoms.
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As humans ascend higher into the atmosphere, air density declines. While air composition remains similar, the drop in air pressure, and in return, air volume, effectively makes the respiratory system work much harder in order to supply the same levels of oxygen to the blood stream.
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