Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsShapesSizeColorHairDischargeBleedingSmellWhen to Call a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Shapes Size Color Hair Discharge Bleeding Smell When to Call a Provider While they may perform the same functions, no two vaginas are alike. Together, your vagina and vulva have unique traits that define their shape, color, and size. Factors such ashormones, childbirth, and age can cause these traits to change during your lifetime....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPurposeConditionsRisksWhat to ExpectHow to PrepareHow to Give Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose Conditions Risks What to Expect How to Prepare How to Give A prostate massage is when a finger is put into the rectum to stimulate theprostate glandto help release fluid. It’s usually done during sex to enhance pleasure. It is sometimes also called “prostate milking.” Healthcare providers do not recommend prostate massage to treat medical conditions, but some people say it helps with symptoms of anenlarged prostate,erectile dysfunction, and difficulty urinating....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCongestionRed HepatizationGrey HepatizationRecovery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Congestion Red Hepatization Grey Hepatization Recovery A bout of pneumonia happens in four stages. The names of each stage (congestion, red hepatization, grey hepatization, and resolution) refer to how the infection develops over time. Signs that pneumonia is improving usually occur in the last resolution stage. The exact symptoms may depend on your age, overall health, and the type of germ responsible (bacterial, viral, or fungal)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPossible StagesEpisodes of DepressionTypes of DepressionTreatmentGetting Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Possible Stages Episodes of Depression Types of Depression Treatment Getting Help Depression is a serious mental health condition with variable symptoms. Some people describe its progress in stages. However, there is no research to support depression in stages. This article will discussdepressionand how some people have tried to develop stages of depression....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPros and ConsHow to TellTomato SubstitutesSummary Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Pros and Cons How to Tell Tomato Substitutes Summary People often get confused as to whethertomatoesare bad for you if havegout. Tomatoes have traditionally been considered gout-friendly—rich in nutrients and low in purine—but some research suggests that they can increaseuric acid levelsand trigger gout in some people. This article weighs the pros and cons of whether tomatoes are bad for gout, including what the current research says....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsLong-Acting vs. Slow-ReleasePills That May Not DissolveAbsorption ProblemsImproper Medication Use Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Long-Acting vs. Slow-Release Pills That May Not Dissolve Absorption Problems Improper Medication Use Seeing undigested pills in your stool can be normal for certain types of medication and doesn’t necessarily mean there is something wrong with yourdigestive tract.However, it could be a concern in some instances, such as impaired intestinal absorption or abnormal gastrointestinal (GI) motility....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIn SchoolsIn the WorkplaceTravelIn the MilitaryACIP RecommendationsChallengesOpting OutShortcomingsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents In Schools In the Workplace Travel In the Military ACIP Recommendations Challenges Opting Out Shortcomings Frequently Asked Questions There is a lot of confusion—even among doctors—about whether certain vaccines arerecommendedormandated. So it’s not unfair to question if your child should get every vaccine theirpediatriciansays they should....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionVaginal OrgasmHow Vaginal Orgasms OccurFrequencyHaving More OrgasmsAbsence of OrgasmsHow to Orgasm Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Vaginal Orgasm How Vaginal Orgasms Occur Frequency Having More Orgasms Absence of Orgasms How to Orgasm Vaginal orgasms are a real thing. However, not everyone has this type of orgasm—and that’s completely normal, too. In fact, research continues to find evidence that different types of female orgasm (like vaginal and clitoral) are actually related, and there are other types, too....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is It?CausesSymptomsIs It Serious?Testing to Diagnose Ventricular EctopyWhen to Seek Medical CareVentricular Ectopy Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is It? Causes Symptoms Is It Serious? Testing to Diagnose Ventricular Ectopy When to Seek Medical Care Ventricular Ectopy Treatment This article discusses what ventricular ectopy is, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. The Good Brigade / Getty Images What Is Ventricular Ectopy?...

Key TakeawaysExperts say that many vitamin and mineral supplements don’t offer any benefits when it comes to protecting against cancer or cardiovascular disease.Beta carotene supplements may actually increase lung cancer risk for certain individuals.Vitamin and mineral supplements can interact with certain medications and you should speak with a trusted healthcare provider before starting a supplement routine. Key Takeaways Experts say that many vitamin and mineral supplements don’t offer any benefits when it comes to protecting against cancer or cardiovascular disease....

Key TakeawaysIt is not dangerous to eat watermelon seeds.Watermelon seeds are a good source of some vitamins and minerals.Not all seeds and pits from fruits are safe to eat. In fact, some can be poisonous if consumed in excess. Key Takeaways It is not dangerous to eat watermelon seeds.Watermelon seeds are a good source of some vitamins and minerals.Not all seeds and pits from fruits are safe to eat. In fact, some can be poisonous if consumed in excess....

Key TakeawaysTHC-infused beverages are being marketed as healthier alternatives to alcohol.Marijuana is classified in the U.S. as a Schedule I drug, which makes it challenging to conduct randomized controlled trials on this substance.Experts say without these studies, it’s hard to know the health effects of THC-infused beverages. Key Takeaways THC-infused beverages are being marketed as healthier alternatives to alcohol.Marijuana is classified in the U.S. as a Schedule I drug, which makes it challenging to conduct randomized controlled trials on this substance....

Key TakeawaysGLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic aren’t recommended for use during pregnancy.New data found these medications may be safe during pregnancy for people with type 2 diabetes.Doctors say that more data is ultimately needed. Key Takeaways GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic aren’t recommended for use during pregnancy.New data found these medications may be safe during pregnancy for people with type 2 diabetes.Doctors say that more data is ultimately needed. As more people take popular diabetes and anti-obesity injectable medications, more questions about their lifestyle impact are bound to emerge....