For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
An intrauterine device, or IUD, is a long-term form of contraception. The small, T-shaped device is placed into the uterus by a health-care provider to prevent pregnancy. An IUD is a highly effective method of birth control that can remain in place for 3 to 10 years and is reversible upon removal.
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Eighty percent of adults have some form of gum disease, according to the Colgate World of Care website. Gum disease can range from mild, simple gum inflammation to a more serious form where tissue is damaged and teeth are lost.
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Brushing your hair a hundred strokes a day won't give you healthier hair. In fact, over-brushing encourages hair damage and hair loss, says the American Academy of Dermatology. Your hair brush is a simple, necessary tool to tame tresses into the right style as you blow-dry.
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Discover the common treatments for Mycoplasma infections, including antibiotics and home care. Learn how to prevent and manage symptoms of Mycoplasma pneumonia, a bacterial infection that affects the respiratory system and genital tract.
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Air purifiers and humidifiers have different functions. Air purifiers are clean indoor air, but do nothing for indoor humidity levels. They remove dust and smoke from the air, as well as allergenic substances like animal dander and pollen. Humidifiers add water into the air, but do not clean it.
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The liver is the largest internal organ in your body. It is a very complex, vital organ that has many functions. Some include breaking down fats from the foods you consume and filtering out disease-causing toxins from your bloodstream.
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Papayas are known as medicinal fruit and also for their ability to tenderize meat. All the parts of this tropical fruit -- pulp, seeds, latex and leaves -- contain a number of enzymes that may help aid digestion, improve blood sugar levels and speed skin healing in some cases.
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A person who is considered to be a sociopath has developed behaviors that violate the rights of others. Often these are criminal in nature. The "Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition"
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Diabetes is a serious health condition which involves an inability of the body to naturally regulate its blood sugar levels.
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It’s normal for colds and infections to result in a cough, but if your toddler’s cough persists, it may be the symptom of another medical condition.
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Your back is especially vulnerable to injury while skateboarding because it absorbs much of the impact during falls and landings, and it is also involved in maintaining balance and twisting motions. Lower back pain can stem from different types of injuries and can be prevented by strengthening exercises and stretching.
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Events caused by sleep apnea and atrial fibrillation, two disorders that share many of the same risk factors and symptoms, can wake you up to a pounding heart. Unless you have an emotional condition, such as anxiety, your increased pulse rate may have these physical causes.
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Though rarely used in men, female hormones such as estrogen and progesterone can be taken by males for medical conditions such as testicular cancer, prostate enlargement and aromatase deficiency. Female hormone treatment in men carries a number of risks, because it suppresses the production of testosterone.
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Physicians divide the abdomen into quadrants to evaluate symptoms such as pain. While you may be unable to pinpoint exactly which internal organs are causing you pain, you can usually distinguish among the quadrants.
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If your blood pressure is higher than normal, a mineral imbalance in your diet may be at least partially responsible. Most Americans consume improper amounts of the potassium and sodium that regulate the force exerted on the walls of your arteries by blood pumped from the heart.
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Hernias are a common affliction that can occur in men, women and children. More than 70 percent of all hernias are called inguinal hernias. Inguinal hernias cause the intestines to bulge through an opening near the groin, according to Teens Health.
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Suffering from sciatic nerve pain can affect your whole life as it limits your ability to be active.
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Creatine is an amino acid that is produced by your body through normal pancreas, kidney and liver function. Creatine makes protein in your body to help build muscle and supply energy.
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Ear wax is a substance made in your ear to protect the skin from water and infection, according to the American Hearing Research Foundation. The wax can trap bacteria, dust and foreign particles from getting in your ear. Sometimes, this wax builds up and gets trapped in your ear.
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High acid in the stomach can lead to gastroesophageal reflux disease. The condition is characterized by persistent heartburn, a burning in the chest or abdomen and tissue damage due to prolonged exposure of the lining of the esophagus to stomach acid.
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