Symptoms, diagnostic markers, and specialized nutritional protocols are critical components in managing cardiovascular health, organ function, and psychological well-being across the lifespan.
The first menstrual period, also called menarche, begins at different times for young girls. While no one can precisely predict the exact timing of a first period, there are some biological signs that may indicate when it will likely occur.
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Hormonal birth control suppress other hormones that are needed for female fertility. Both oral contraceptives and other forms of hormonal birth control use either a combination of synthetic estrogen and progesterone or progesterone alone.
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Baby rashes are common and usually nothing serious. Rashes may appear on the face or head due to normal conditions, such as cradle cap or milia. A red rash on the baby's buttocks is likely diaper rash.
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A painful shoulder paired with red skin may mean you need medical attention. However, the cause could be something simple like a sunburn that may resolve on its own. Several other possible unrelated conditions could cause such symptoms. Consult your doctor for a diagnosis and proper treatment.
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Many health conditions, including a cold, the flu, allergies or a sinus infection, can cause a runny nose and sneezing. These conditions stimulate increased nasal mucus, causing stuffiness and a runny nose. In addition, irritation of the lining the nasal passages often triggers sneezing.
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Blueberries are a tasty fruit that have recently gained fame for their numerous health benefits. While some people may prefer to eat fresh blueberries, blueberry juice is also a healthy option.
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If you enjoy herbal teas, flaxseed tea could be a flavorful choice. Also called linseeds, flaxseeds are harvested from the flax plant and have been part of traditional medicine for hundreds of years.
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Blood pressure, the pressure at which the blood flows through the vessels of the body, needs to remain at a healthy level. The normal pressures for the average adult are around 120/80. Hypertension begins when the numbers rise above the normal reading.
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Nasal congestion occurs when nasal tissues become swollen with excess fluid. It can be caused by a cold, influenza or allergies. If your Eustachian tube becomes blocked due to cold or infection, ear congestion can result.
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When it comes to making babies, women do the heavy lifting. The parts of the female reproductive system work together in a symphony of function that starts with fertilization and culminates in the birth of a baby.
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Mucinex, an expectorant, is designed to break up mucus in the sinuses and throat. Children should only take Children's Mucinex, which provides the proper dosage. The U.S.
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Gold is more than just an expensive yellow metal. It has been exploited by physicians for decades to treat rheumatoid arthritis, asthma and a variety of other disorders.
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The wrist is the location at which the two forearm bones — the ulna and radius — make contact with the various carpal bones of the hand. A break or fracture is caused by a large fall or excessive force against the bone.
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If you feel bloated and gassy regularly, you’re not alone -- 10 to 20 percent of adults complain of gas in the form of belching or flatulence, and it’s normal to emit flatus 12 to 25 per times day, according to Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
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When Jared Fogle began appearing in television commercials for Subway in 2000, its reputation as a healthier fast food restaurant became widespread. Jared lost 245 lbs.
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Most doctors are affiliated with one or more hospitals where they can perform procedures on the patients they see in their offices.
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The ability of aloe-vera to treat burns is well known, making it a common plant to grow in a kitchen window for emergency treatment of minor burns. However, aloe vera gel, found in the inner meaty part of the thick leaves, has many other health benefits as well when taken orally.
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Water retention occurs when fluid builds up in the body. In most cases, fluid retention does not cause serious problems. But sometimes, fluid retention causes dangerous effects on the body.
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Although you might think of all dietary fats as unhealthy, consuming certain types called omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids might help lower your risk for some chronic diseases.
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According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 40 percent of Americans report using alternative medicine therapies for pain control when prescribed medications prove to be ineffective.
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