Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMenstrual CycleSexPregnancyBirth ControlInfectionsUterine FibroidsEndometriosisPCOSCervical CancerOther Discharge ColorsWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Menstrual Cycle Sex Pregnancy Birth Control Infections Uterine Fibroids Endometriosis PCOS Cervical Cancer Other Discharge Colors When to See a Provider A pink discharge from the vagina commonly occurs with spotting before your period. Seeing a little pink after wiping may also be a sign ofovulation(the release of an egg) orimplantation bleedingthat can occur with early pregnancy....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNatural Home RemediesWill Strep Throat Go Away on Its Own?FAQ Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Natural Home Remedies Will Strep Throat Go Away on Its Own? FAQ This article discusses 10 home remedies for strep throat self-care that can ease symptoms of a sore throat. LaraBelova/Getty Images Ways to Treat Strep Throat Naturally Symptoms of strep throat typically improve pretty quickly once antibiotics are started....

South_agency / Getty Images What Is a Pragmatic Speech Delay? The American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) describes pragmatic speech as having three components: Using languagefor different purposes, such as Changing languageaccording to the needs of a listener or situation, such as Of course, the rules of speech and communication vary from community to community and may be completely different from nation to nation. But the ability to observe, make sense of, and use these rules (and make appropriate changes in different social settings) is the key to pragmatic speech and communication....

It’s a common problem—one person in your family gets sick and illness quickly spreads to other family members. While it isn’t always possible to avoid getting sick when someone in the house is contagious, there are steps you can take to help you not get sick. Likewise, there’s much you can do to keep your family well ifyouare sick. This article provides tips for you and others in your household to avoid getting sick and when to see a healthcare provider....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefitsWhat Is Strength Training?Tips to Get StartedFrequencySafety Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits What Is Strength Training? Tips to Get Started Frequency Safety Strength training is one of the best types of exercise for improving your overall health. In addition to building strength, it can help improve flexibility, boost metabolism, and improve the health of your organs. Strength training can also help decrease your risk of falls or injury, boost your mood, and improve your overall quality of life....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of OilsHow to Choose an OilHow to Use OilsPossible Side Effects Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Oils How to Choose an Oil How to Use Oils Possible Side Effects Oils are a great way to restore moisture to dry skin. Some plant oils possess anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, which can help improve the health of yourskinbarrier—the outermost part of the top layer of your skin....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSports CausesHip ConditionsPinched NerveUrinary Tract InfectionsAppendicitisEnlarged Lymph NodesKidney StonesPelvic CausesWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Sports Causes Hip Conditions Pinched Nerve Urinary Tract Infections Appendicitis Enlarged Lymph Nodes Kidney Stones Pelvic Causes When to See a Healthcare Provider Often, related symptoms can help to identify the cause of groin pain, such as joint stiffness in older adults experiencing hiposteoarthritis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTreatmentDiagnosisWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment Diagnosis When to Seek Care Bumps on the skin describe any abnormal raised areas, including lumps and swelling. Their causes can lead to different symptoms and treatments. Most skin bumps arebenign(noncancerous) and not a cause for concern. Some are temporary and will go away on their own, while others are permanent but harmless....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAs a SymptomOther CausesIs Treatment Needed?Cosmetic Solutions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents As a Symptom Other Causes Is Treatment Needed? Cosmetic Solutions White eyelashes can also occur as a symptom of a health problem, a side effect of certain drugs, or the result of smoking. These factors can impact how your body makesmelanin, the natural pigment that affects the darkness of your skin and hair....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAt-Home RemediesSelf-Care MethodsOTC MedicationsWhen to Seek Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents At-Home Remedies Self-Care Methods OTC Medications When to Seek Medical Care Heat rash remedies include oatmeal baths, baking soda, and other at-home treatments to deal with symptoms of itching and burning. Over-the-counter (OTC) medications and environmental changes, like using fans or taking cool showers, also can help. Sweattrapped under the skin blocks sweat glands and causes heat rash, often in armpits or the groin....

Grapefruit, a type of citrus fruit, can be consumed as food, juice, or a dietary supplement. However, it can interact with many types of medications.These interactions usually occur due to grapefruit’s effects on naturally occurring proteins in your body. This may lead to inappropriate medication levels in the body.If there is too much of an active substance, you may experience side effects. If there is too little of an active substance, the drug cannot do its job....

A natural appetite suppressant is a food, herb, nutrient, or supplement that helps curb hunger or increase the rate of metabolism.High-fiber foods, lean proteins, and certain vitamins and minerals are examples of natural appetite suppressants. It’s important to discuss targeted diet changes and supplement use, even those touted as natural, with a healthcare provider, as many supplements either act as bulk-forming laxatives or come with warnings. Moreover, many supplements marketed for weight loss (commonly known as diet pills) have been found to be contaminated with dangerous substances....

Some natural home remedies are touted as treatments for fungal infections of the nails, also known asonychomycosis. While the preferred treatments are an oral medication called terbinafine or medicated creams applied to the skin, there’s some evidence to support tea tree oil and other natural antifungal options. Still, research to support these remedies is limited. Further, fungalnail infectionscan be mistaken for another condition, or they may mean that another health condition needs treatment, like diabetes or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)....