For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Obesity is a known risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes (T2DM). The reasons for this are complex but include insulin resistance -- a problem with how the body responds to insulin, the hormone that normally helps metabolize blood sugar for energy.
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Fish oil provides many well-documented emotional, behavioral and physical health benefits. Unless you eat fish a couple of times a week, you probably don’t get enough omega-3 fatty acids. Fish oil restores the imbalance in omega-6 versus omega-3 fatty acids created by the typical Western diet.
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If you are suffering from gout, there are steps you can take to reduce your symptoms. Gout is a painful form of arthritis that affects a small number of the population. It’s transferred through genetics, but it is often manageable if the proper steps are taken.
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Stevia is a zero-calorie artificial sweetener that can be used as a sugar substitute. Stevia is derived from an herb native to South America and has been connected to hypertension and hyperglycemia prevention and treatment. Although side effects are uncommon, they may include intestinal gas and pain.
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When you eat food, you take in large molecules called macromolecules that are made up of building blocks that you can absorb into the bloodstream, and that your cells can burn for energy. Your digestive tract breaks down these macromolecules to liberate their building blocks so that the small intestine can absorb them.
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Your doctor may require you to spend time in bed while recovering from an illness or injury. Bed rest is also often prescribed for women having difficulties with their pregnancies. There are a number of complications that can come from an extended period of inactivity.
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Peppermint tea can serve as a natural digestive aid and as a remedy for a variety of ills, from sinus congestion to irritable bowel syndrome.
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Hyperextension is an injury that occurs when a joint is extended beyond its normal range of motion. While commonly referred to as a sports injury, hyperextension can be a result of both athletic and non-athletic activities.
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Leg lifts can be performed in a variety of ways, with each variation working a different set of muscles. But all leg lifts involve the muscles and tendons of the hip joints, so if you're having pain from leg lifts it could be caused by an unrelated injury or because your form is putting too much stress on your hips.
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Bell’s palsy is a condition characterized by facial paralysis. It is usually one-sided and comes on abruptly. Typically, the face feels stiff and pulled to one side, and it may be difficult to close your eye.
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You may choose to remove gluten from your diet in hopes that it will clear up some of your digestive complaints or even your neurological symptoms. Other people may choose to remove all grains from their diet to improve digestion during a complete detoxification.
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The thyroid is a small gland located in the lower part of the neck that secrets hormones, mainly triiodothyronine, or T3; and thyroxine, or T4. When the thyroid malfunctions, hormone levels, metabolism, energy and weight can fluctuate.
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Colonic hydrotherapy is a holistic health treatment meant to clean out your colon. While it is often performed for this purpose, other people might pursue colonic hydrotherapy in an effort to lose weight.
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Here it comes again -- that tingling feeling in your lip signaling the beginning of yet another cold sore. Unfortunately, there is no quick cure and once a cold sore begins, it usually has to run its course.
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Psoriasis is a skin condition that's characterized by thick, scaly patches that are often itchy and/or painful, as well as unsightly. This is of particular concern to sufferers with psoriasis outbreaks on the face, as it may make them shy away from daily activities with friends or family.
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While the number of people newly diagnosed with HIV infection in the world has fallen by about a third since 2000, HIV remains a significant health problem. According to the United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS, there were almost 37 million people around the world living with HIV/AIDS in 2014.
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Swelling caused by a toothache often leads to swelling of the gums around the tooth. There are plenty of home remedies to reduce the swelling. It's a good idea, though, to see a dentist. While a home remedy can alleviate the swelling, it doesn't treat the cause.
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Dizziness is a symptom of many conditions. It can cause feelings of light-headedness, weakness and unsteadiness. Some people may feel as if the room is spinning. MayoClinic.
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An infection involves the colonization of tissues in the body by bacteria, viruses or fungi. During the infection process, the infectious agent enters the body, identifies cells containing specific factors that facilitate infection, and then colonizes cells or tissues, leading to disease.
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The 26 bones, 33 joints and 100-plus ligaments, tendons and muscles in your feet take a beating over the years. Some of the most common foot disorders you may suffer at some point are calluses, corns and foot pain.
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