For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
A handful of almonds is a healthy snack rich in nutrients and antioxidants. Almonds are also high in vitamin E and magnesium, as well as a good source of fiber, which can help keep your digestion healthy. For some people, however, almonds can cause gastrointestinal problems, including the feeling of being bloated.
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Your risk for heart disease, kidney disease and stroke increases if you have high blood pressure, or hypertension. No single food can lower your blood pressure, but mustard seed, oil and greens can all contribute to a balanced diet for controlling blood pressure.
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Retinol, the popular ingredient found in drugstore and high-end antiaging skin products, promises to turn back time on your skin, or so as the cosmetic industries claim. It’s not difficult to obtain retinol as you can get them from your foods, specifically animal products.
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Beta blockers are conventional drugs that block the stress hormones that trigger the “flight or fight” response. These hormones place demands on the heart muscles, nerves and blood vessels throughout your body and can contribute to disorders such as anxiety, hypertension, glaucoma, angina and cardiac arrhythmias.
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Salt often gets a bad rap when it comes to health and diet. Most people think of salt as the enemy, due to numerous reports that indicate the health dangers of high sodium.
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Hives -- raised, itchy welts on your skin -- can develop as an allergic reaction to exercise. If exercise-induced hives don't resolve within 10 minutes, call your doctor.
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The adage of "no pain, no gain" does not apply to any sharp or sudden pain that occurs during exercise. In fact, any pain that lasts beyond a day or so, or occurs with no change in your workout, should be evaluated by a health care provider.
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Hemorrhoids, a painful condition that causes swelling and inflammation in the veins of your lower rectum and anus, can occur as the result of pregnancy or straining during a bowel movement.
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Autism is a developmental disorder that begins early in childhood. Symptoms vary for each person, as does the severity of symptoms. Hyperactivity is one symptom associated with this condition.
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Yawning is often a mild characteristic of sleeplessness and fatigue. But when this semi-involuntary reflex becomes chronic because of a continual shortness of breath, it may be cause for concern. Excessive yawning may be a symptom of a number of adverse conditions, some more serious than others.
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A hip replacement is major surgery in which your eroded or otherwise damaged hip joint is replaced with a synthetic ball and socket. Arthritis is a common cause for hip damage that leads to total joint replacement. Walking after a hip replacement is painful and difficult at first, but will get easier as you recover.
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Acid reflux, also called gastroesophageal reflux disease, is the third most common gastrointestinal disorder in the United States. Symptoms can worsen while you are sleeping and cause you to wake up coughing or choking. Because acid reflux is so disruptive, it’s essential to understand how you can treat it at bedtime.
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Relora is a weight loss supplement consisting of proprietary extracts of two traditional Chinese herbs: Magnolia officinalis and Phellodendron amurense. According to its manufacturer, Next Phamaceuticals, Relora works by reducing stress, attenuating sweet cravings and improving sleep quality.
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Noticing a red mole on your skin can be worrisome. What is it? Is it dangerous? While it's good to pay attention to growths and spots on your skin, don’t panic. A mole -- what medical professionals call a nevus -- is a type of skin growth that occurs when color-producing cells in your skin grow in a cluster.
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The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology states that approximately 10 percent of people report having a penicillin allergy -- but greater than 90 percent might not be truly allergic. A true penicillin allergy is caused by antibodies that the immune system has formed against the antibiotic.
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Anemia is a condition marked by inadequate oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. An insufficient number of red blood cells or an abnormally low amount of oxygen-transporting hemoglobin within the red blood cells can cause anemia. Anemias are commonly grouped according to the appearance of the red blood cells.
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Many of the home remedies used for removing skin tags may not be suitable for all areas of the body, particularly sensitive areas such as the armpits or groin. Some of the methods used for removing the tags involve pinching or cutting the skin, causing intolerable pain and irritation when used on sensitive areas.
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Esomeprazole, known by the brand Nexium, is a prescription medication that reduces stomach acid production.
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Vicks VapoRub is one of the oldest and best selling cold remedies on the market. Consumer marketing company Nielsen reports that the ointment is the number one cold treatment for children by overall sales in 2009.
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The gallbladder is a small organ that is located near the upper right quadrant of the stomach under the ribcage. It stores bile that is produced by the liver and later secretes this bile into the intestines, where it assists in digesting fats.
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