For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Herniated discs can result in varying amounts of pain and inflammation. While acupuncture can't cure the degenerative disc disease that is often associated with this condition, at the very least, it can help with the associated discomfort that frequently accompanies disc herniations.
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Multivitamins can be great additions to your diet, but if you are on Coumadin or other blood thinning medications, avoid multivitamins that contain vitamin K and high doses of vitamin E. These vitamins can interfere with how Coumadin works.
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Often referred to as heartburn, acid reflux is a burning sensation in the chest that occurs when stomach contents back up into the esophagus. While acid reflux may limit what foods can be tolerated, whole grain and fiber-rich oatmeal may benefit individuals who suffer from these symptoms.
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Developing diarrhea after eating foods that contain seeds, such as sesame, poppy or sunflower seeds, is a symptom that needs to be assessed by a doctor. The most common reason for having diarrhea after eating foods with seeds is a seed allergy.
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Coloring is often added to foods and other items to make them more visually appealing. The U.S Food and Drug Administration has approved two types of yellow dyes for use in food products: Yellow No. 5 and Yellow No. 6. Both of these are used in a range of food products and have come under scrutiny.
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If your scalp is extremely dry, you might notice a buildup of flakes on your scalp, in your hair and even on your clothes, especially after scratching. Dandruff is a very common condition that many people suffer from at some point in their lives.
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Diabetes mellitus type 2 is typically a chronic, adult-onset disease that is caused when production of the hormone insulin is inadequate or the body becomes insensitive to it. Insulin is needed to transport dietary glucose from the blood into the body cells, where it is stored or converted to energy.
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Stress not only causes emotional strain, but the body may physically react to stress as well. In response to significant or long-term stress, a person will have a greater risk for serious health problems such as heart disease, obesity, difficulty sleeping or depression, states MayoClinic.com.
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A humidifier transforms water into airborne moisture to help add humidity to the air surrounding it. This can have several benefits to your health, including relieving irritated respiratory systems, eyes and skin caused by excessively dry air. But using a humidifier is not without its potential cons and drawbacks.
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Many babies--especially Caucasian infants--have blue eyes when they enter the world, even though most of them will not have blue eyes when they grow up. Through a quirk of gene regulation and pigment production, a baby’s eyes may change or darken as he passes through infancy, explains by Dr.
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Muscle pain is a common health complaint that occurs not only due to damage and inflammation of the affected muscle but also the structures around that muscle such as tendons and ligaments. Muscle pain in the hands and feet is usually the result of overuse, strain or injury of the specific muscle.
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Eczema, also called dermatitis, refers to variety of skin conditions, according to Medline Plus. Eczema is not a dangerous or contagious skin condition, but it typically causes red, swollen and itchy skin. The most common type of eczema is atopic dermatitis, an allergic condition that makes the skin dry and itchy.
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Molars are the largest teeth. Their sizable chewing surface makes them ideal for crushing and grinding food, which is their primary function. The permanent teeth include 12 molars located in groups of 3 at the back of the mouth.
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Ticks commonly carry disease-causing bacteria, parasites and viruses. Bites from these spider-like pests often transmit infectious diseases to humans.
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Hip and groin pain can turn even a highly active person into a couch potato in a hurry. Many conditions cause pain in the frontal hip and groin area, referred to medically as anterior hip pain. Pain in this area occurs in people of all ages and activity levels.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, affects 4 percent to 12 percent of American school-aged children, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Although ADHD is most commonly diagnosed after children enter school, most experts agree that the tendency to develop ADHD is already present at birth.
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Head lice when left untreated multiply and spread when the lice fall on furniture, bedding and clothing. Lice also transfer through ordinary physical contact, including hugging.
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Most open wounds heal spontaneously if kept clean and dry. Sometimes the use of topical medications such as peroxide or bacitracin may aid in wound healing. However, an open wound may easily become infected and require medical care. It's very important that you know the signs and symptoms of infection.
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Heart palpitations have a variety of causes, including nutritional deficiencies, stress, heart disease, high blood pressure and allergic reactions, among others. Bananas are a good source of potassium, a primary electrolyte in your body essential for normal heart contraction and rhythm.
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Underactive thyroid, or hypothyroidism, is a condition that commonly affects women in their 40s and 50s. Hypothyroidism can reduce your metabolism, making weight management and weight loss difficult without a healthy dietary lifestyle.
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