Low cholesterol can be a good thing, depending on the type of cholesterol. One cholesterol type is the exception -- your high-density lipoprotein, or HDL. Unlike your low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, and your total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol must be high to reduce your risk of heart disease.
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Autism spectrum disorders -- ASDs -- are a group of developmental disorders that begin in childhood. Symptoms range from mild to severe. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ASD affects 1 out of every 88 children in the United States.
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IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, is a common problem affecting the large intestine. Its symptoms include constipation, abdominal pain, cramping, bloating and diarrhea. Although some of the more common causes of pelvic pain are gynecological, IBS and its symptoms may also contribute to this condition.
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Learn about the causes and treatment options for diarrhea lasting two weeks, including diet plans for managing C. difficile.
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High cholesterol itself usually does not cause any symptoms, including headaches or dizziness. But elevated levels of cholesterol can indirectly produce symptoms, especially the so-called bad cholesterol known as low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).
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High cholesterol affects your health in more than one way. In most cases it shows no signs and has no symptoms. There is an exception, however -- a condition by the name of familial hypercholesterolaemia.
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Maybe you're ready to start a family and have been trying for months to conceive a baby. But your efforts have fallen to the wayside. At this point you may be wondering if there is something wrong with your manhood, yet you're not ready to visit your doctor.
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Cardiomegaly is the medical term used to describe an enlarged heart. While usually detected by an X-ray, this condition is considered a symptom of an underlying disease, such as coronary artery disease. In some cases, however, it may be a temporary condition due to stress placed on your body due to pregnancy.
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Low blood pressure, medically known as hypotension, is a rare condition, according to Cleveland Clinic. The more common health problem is hypertension, high blood pressure, for which millions of Americans take medication to manage.
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For those who suffer from anxiety disorders such as panic anxiety or anxiety caused by depression, your doctor may prescribe Xanax to help relieve you of the symptoms you experience. Xanax belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines, or tranquilizers.
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Lemons are a tasty addition to many dishes and can add life to a glass of water. You can use lemon juice in place of traditional salad dressings for a healthier salad. A member of the citrus family, lemon has many health benefits.
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End stage breast cancer is also known as stage IV breast cancer, the most advanced stage of the disease. According to Imaginis, a women's health resource, during this stage, the cancer has spread to other organs of the body. The three most common areas affected are the liver, bones and lungs.
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Approximately 17 percent of adult Americans have high cholesterol, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If you are among them, you face a greater risk of heart disease, heart attack and stroke than those with healthy cholesterol levels.
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A colonoscopy is used to detect any changes or abnormalities in your colon and rectum, and it is considered highly effective for colon cancer screening. You must take time to prepare; doing so makes the test easier to perform and ensures the most accurate results.
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Although some diet pills might be effective, there is one thing they are unable to do, and that is spot reduce fat from a specific area of your body. If you want to lose weight from your belly, thighs and neck, you must focus on decreasing fat stores throughout your body by burning calories.
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Nausea is a common problem with a wide range of causes, most of them fairly minor. Nausea often leaves you with an urge to vomit -- and it sometimes makes you wish you could.
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Adipex, also known as Adipex-P, a brand name for phentermine, is a prescription diet pill doctors use to treat overweight patients with health problems, such as high blood pressure or diabetes. It suppresses your appetite, aiding in weight loss, and is meant for short-term use -- only a few weeks.
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Weight gain can be a side effect of atenolol, a beta blocker prescribed to treat high blood pressure, heart failure or migraines, in some people. Dr. Sheldon G.
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Statins, bile acid sequestrants, cholesterol absorption inhibitors, fibrates and niacin are all types of cholesterol medications your doctor can prescribe. Each of these drugs has its own side effects, some more common than others. Although weight loss is rare, it is a possible side effect you should be aware of.
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Pregnancy is a happy time for most women. While most expectant mothers experience an average pregnancy, there are certain dangers associated with this condition which can result in health complications for both you and your baby. Knowing what these complications are can help reduce your risk of experiencing them.
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