For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Yeast infections are fairly common in children, especially after a round of antibiotics. According to babycenter.com, antibiotics kill off all bacteria, even the "good" kind that keeps yeast from overproducing.
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If you notice a strong smell to your urine, your first thought may be that something is wrong. If you are a typically healthy adult, however, the cause may be as simple the foods you're eating or not drinking enough fluids.
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If you or your child has been diagnosed with ADHD, you may be looking for an alternative treatment to drugs. While it seems a bit counter-intuitive?after all, people with ADHD have more than enough hyperactive energy, while coffee drinkers often want more of it?
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Tylenol 3 is known generically as acetaminophen with codeine phosphate. It delivers 300 mg of Tylenol and 30 mg of codeine in a tablet form. Tylenol 3 is indicated for the relief of mild to moderate pain and is a C-II controlled substance.
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Metamucil is the brand name of a fiber supplement that comes in several different forms, including capsules, powder and wafer products that you can add to water or food, or eat on their own. Metamucil products contain psyllium fiber, which is a soluble fiber that comes from a shrub-like herb called Plantago ovata.
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Episodes of depression appear to last between 6 and 9 months in adolescents indicating that depression is a serious disorder in this group. Adolescent depression leads to serious problems in behavior, thinking, and of course mood at school, home, and in social situations; however, depression is treatable.
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A food allergy develops when the body has an abnormal response to a certain food or ingredient. In the case of white bread, the allergen is typically wheat. Because symptoms can be extreme and affect the quality of life, itβs important to understand why an allergy to white bread occurs and how you can treat it.
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There are several old wives tales for curing wart, including spreading butter on your wart, then letting the dog lick the butter off; sleeping on your favorite quilt for 30 days; and even piercing the wart with a needle until you see blood, then burying the needle in the dirt.
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Purported to boost the immune system and help ward off disease, wheatgrass is a staple on many health-conscious menus.
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Feeling full and bloated after eating can be due to the foods you consume or eating too fast, but if you experience it consistently after every meal, regardless of what you eat, an underlying gastrointestinal problem could be the cause.
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Due to its rising popularity, coconut oil has been the subject of various health claims. Meanwhile, millions of Americans each day experience heartburn -- a symptom of acid reflux. So you may wonder if coconut oil and acid reflux are related in some individuals.
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Despite the name, you do not necessarily have to be a swimmer to get swimmer's ear. The risk of developing this condition goes up when water sits in your ear, but anything that irritates the canal may lead to an infection. Whether it affects the outer ear and jaw depends on a number of factors.
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Testosterone is commonly associated with men because it is a male sex hormone called an androgen that is responsible for masculine characteristics and the male reproductive system; however, women also produce testosterone, albeit to a lesser extent.
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Pulmonary tuberculosis is an airborne infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The infection can spread from person to person through coughing, sneezing or even talking. The symptoms of active disease include cough, blood in sputum, night sweating, fatigue and severe weight loss.
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Carbohydrates are the body's preferred source of energy. They are readily converted into glucose, a form of sugar, which is transported around the body to be used as energy. An excess of quickly digested carbohydrates in the diet can lead to weight gain and increased risk of adult-onset diabetes.
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The digestive system includes the following: mouth, throat, esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and anus. All these organs need proper nutrients to function properly.
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Running is an exercise that benefits almost every system in your body -- it helps you lose or maintain body weight, strengthens your leg muscles and improves your cardiovascular fitness.
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Even if you donβt have an exceptionally active lifestyle, your calf muscles still get quite the workout during a normal day. They become strong, and unless stretched regularly, tight, and prone to injuries.
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Photochromic eyeglass lenses darken when you wear them outdoors, removing the need for sunglasses or clip-ons. Color-changing lenses are available from many companies, though the technology behind the most popular brands is owned by Transitions Optical, Inc., according to Gary Heiting, O.D.
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The purpose of a flu shot is, of course, to prevent you from developing this potentially serious seasonal illness. The shot, however, might cause soreness at the injection site.
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