For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
If you're living with a snoring roommate, your sleep may be compromised. If you've tried earplugs, putting a pillow over your head, and sleeping in the living room, you may feel that your only other option is moving out. Instead, open up the communication and discuss the problem with your roommate.
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Itchy hands may be caused by a variety of skin conditions including psoriasis, poison ivy, chickenpox, winter itch, dry skin or eczema. Scratching your hands may feel satisfying, but dirt and bacteria underneath your fingernails can cause an infection on the skin.
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Dry scalp occurs when the skin on the scalp loses moisture, which can cause skin to itch and flake. A dry scalp and dandruff can also be the cause of seborrheic dermatitis, which occurs when oil builds up on the scalp, according to the Mayo Clinic.
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Eating within two hours of your workout is imperative, even if you usually exercise at night. When you exercise, your body depletes its glycogen stores. Eating replenishes these stores, helping your body recover and repair itself more quickly.
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If you have developed a red or flesh-colored lump under the skin that seems like acne but won't go away, you may have a sebaceous cyst, according to MayoClinic.com in the article "Sebaceous Cysts." Sebaceous cysts grow slowly and usually are not painful, but in some cases, they may become infected.
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Muscle tension in your neck can make your day unbearable. A tight muscle in the neck can occur by twisting your neck, exercising too vigorously, sleeping with your neck in an uncomfortable position or slouching while you work or watch TV.
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Canker sores aren't only for grown-ups. If your toddler complains of pain in her mouth or has difficulty eating, have her open wide. If you notice a small white or reddish ring on the inside of her lips or on her gums, your child may have a canker sore.
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If your child has a runny nose, a sore throat, a cough and congestion, she might have the common cold, according to Children's Hospital Boston in the article "Upper Respiratory Infection." There is no cure for the common cold, and the symptoms usually do not require a doctor's care.
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If you notice a red, itchy area around your neck, you may have a rash. Rashes like poison ivy and hives may go away without treatment, while other rashes like dermatitis and scabies may require prescription medication, according to the Mayo Clinic. See a doctor to determine the cause of your itchy skin.
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When you're sick with a sore throat, the simple act of swallowing can be excruciating. Whether you're suffering from strep throat or the common cold, you can soothe your throat and make healing time more bearable by drinking lots of liquids, like hot soup.
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If you have a white or red, painful sore on your tonsil, you may be suffering from a canker sore. Canker sores, known medically as aphthous ulcers, are legions that can form anywhere in the mouth. Generally, canker sores can be treated using home remedies, if your doctor approves.
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If you have been diagnosed with a mold allergy, recovery may not be as simple as removing all sources of mold from your house and environment. Some of the foods you eat may include mold and cause an allergic reaction. Check all food for visible mold before eating it, recommends the Cleveland Clinic.
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When the skin on your scalp is flaky and dry, it's tough to get through the day without itching and having flakes of dead skin fall on your shoulders. If your doctor approves, use olive oil as a natural home remedy to moisturize the scalp and prevent the flaking skin associated with dandruff and cradle cap.
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Dandruff is a condition that creates white, itchy flakes on the scalp. These flakes may fall into hair and on shoulders, making an embarrassing and unsightly mess.
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If you notice a rough, round bump on your finger that seemed to appear out of nowhere, you may have a wart. Warts that appear on the fingers are known as common warts and are caused by the human papillomavirus, says the Mayo Clinic. In most cases, warts on the fingers are not a serious medical condition.
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Skin that has been burned becomes red, and blisters may form in the case of a second- or third-degree burn, says the Mayo Clinic. Third-degree burns are the most severe burns and may be accompanied by black or white, charred areas of the skin. If you are suffering from third-degree burns, see a doctor immediately.
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After a strenuous workout, your body may feel worse than when you started. Muscle soreness is normal, especially if you're doing an exercise that's different or more strenuous than usual. Muscle soreness usually occurs a day or two after exercising and goes away within a week.
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If you've ever woken up in the middle of the night with pain and tension in your leg muscle, you know what it means to experience a leg cramp. Leg cramps are contractions that occur involuntarily in the muscles of the calf, thigh or feet.
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If you've recently eaten chicken and you're suffering from symptoms of diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, appetite loss, fever and fatigue, food poisoning may be the culprit, says the Mayo Clinic.
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If you notice flaky, dry skin in or around your ears, don't brush your hair over your ears and ignore it. The flakes may be caused by seborrheic dermatitis, a dermatological condition that causes scaly skin flakes, or an allergic reaction that may cause flaking and dryness of the skin in the ear area.
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