A sinus infection during pregnancy can make you miserable. The yellow or green nasal discharge, congestion, fever, headache, facial tenderness, cough and sore throat that are classic symptoms will make you want to take medication and make it all go away.
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Food allergies affect approximately 2 percent of adults, and between 4 and 8 percent of children, reports the University of Maryland Medical Center. While cherries are not one of the top eight food allergens, they do cause allergic reactions in some people, particularly those with pollen allergies.
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Many people have experienced the pain of an earache. Whether it comes from the middle ear or the outer ear, an earache can be very painful, though most of the time it is not a medical emergency.
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Most women occasionally skip a menstrual period. This is most often due to having an anovulatory cycle, or a menstrual cycle during which an egg is not released. Irregular menstrual cycles can also be a symptom of perimenopause, which is the period of time directly preceding menopause.
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A toothache is usually caused by dental decay, sometimes called dental caries or dental cavities. You may experience a sharp or throbbing pain after eating something cold or if you are also suffering from a sinus infection. An ear infection or a heart attack can cause referred pain to your tooth.
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Although a fever can be frightening to parents, a high temperature by itself is not a cause for concern; it is simply the body's way of fighting off a virus or bacteria. Many times, a fever is accompanied by other symptoms, including a loss of appetite. According to MayoClinic.
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Most women experience a vaginal irritation or infection at some point. Symptoms include itching, swelling, pain and redness. You may also experience mild bleeding, unusual discharge and pain when urinating or having sexual intercourse.
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Unintentional weight loss, especially if accompanied by abdominal or side discomfort, could be a warning sign of a potentially serious health problem. Some of the organs on your right side include your liver, pancreas, gallbladder and right kidney.
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If you experience a rapid change in weight or appetite or suffer from bloating, you should consult with your doctor to test for serious health problems. Keep track of any other symptoms you experience, any changes in your diet and any medications you take to help rule out or confirm potential causes.
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While most people are familiar with the dangers of spending too much time in the sun, some feel as though tanning beds are a safe way to gain an attractive tan, and may even think that there are some health benefits to using tanning beds.
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Tiny, red bumps on your fingers could stem from one of several causes. If you notice a rash or symptom that does not respond promptly to a home remedy or an over-the-counter anti-itch ointment, you should seek medical advice.
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If you have a special occasion coming up, such as a high school reunion or a family gathering, you may be tempted to try to lose weight in a hurry to fit into a smaller clothing size. The amount of time that it will take you depends on your current size, as well as how dedicated you are to losing weight and toning up.
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Your red and swollen fingernail may be caused by an infection or an injury. If you have an infection, you may have an ingrown nail. Other causes of fingernail infection include exposure to irritants, nail-biting or a torn-off hangnail.
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During your reproductive years, many life events can alter your menstrual cycle, including pregnancy, breastfeeding and perimenopause. Your hormones fluctuate as you get older, and you may find that your periods gradually or suddenly become closer together or further apart.
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Your gallbladder is a small organ near your liver that releases bile, a digestive fluid, into your bile duct, which supplies it to the small intestine.
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Your appendix is a small organ that is attached to the right side of your large intestine. Most of the time, the appendix does not cause any problems, but occasionally it gets blocked with feces or becomes infected and inflamed. This inflammation is called appendicitis, and constitutes a medical emergency.
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If your tresses are looking frizzy, dull, dry or out-of-control, you may have damaged hair. Common culprits that cause damage are chemical processes, such as bleaching or straightening, and mechanical causes, including excessive blow-drying, sun, wind and teasing.
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The American Academy of Pediatrics discourages the use of over-the-counter cough medications, including expectorants and cough suppressants, for children under the age of 6. Medications carry a risk of serious side effects in this age group and may not be effective for young children.
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For the first year of a baby's life, baby formula or breast milk should be the mainstay of her diet. Once your baby is six months old, she is ready for pureed baby foods.
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Parenting styles differ from family to family, and may even vary from day to day within one family. All parents make decisions for their children that may be more strict or more indulgent on occasion. For the most part, however, the way that one parents falls into one of three general parenting methods.
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